Each of the five Alta Lodges is historic and has a story to tell. Although we stayed at the Alta Peruvian Lodge in early December, I visited each of the other lodges. Here's what I learned.

Family friendly? You bet. Of the five lodges, the Alta Lodge caters most specifically to families with young children, with their kids' program and "kids stay free" promotion. A shuttle takes little skiers to and from ski school each day. An apres ski program, including games, arts, crafts and sledding begins at 4:30 p.m. each day, with a kids' dinner at 5:30 (although children are always welcome to dine with their parents). More activities follow dinner and children between 4 and 12 are welcome to stay and play until 8:15. Younger children may participate with a parent present.