HOUSTON, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- While winter has traditionally been the time for "snow birds" to travel to sunnier climates, residents in the warmer states can find themselves longing for snow, frosty air and cold-climate activities. As blooming flowers foreshadow the coming of spring, it is not too late to enjoy winter's fun. Reasonable fares and ideal wintry destinations bring one last winter hurrah within easy reach. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080221/NYFNSN01LOGO) Reno/Lake Tahoe, Colorado Springs, and Spokane offer cold-weather fun to those already missing winter. Whether skiing, snowboarding, sledding, sipping a steamy cup of hot cocoa, or relaxing in front of a fire, these three destinations offer all the celebrations of the season. Airfare to a winter adventure can cost less than $100 each way non-stop to these locations with ExpressJet Airlines. Experts recommend that spring may be the best time to fully enjoy activities at winter destinations. Fewer crowds and longer days make spring the ideal time to enjoy activities such as skiing and snowboarding. Renowned ski filmmaker, Warren Miller explains, "Very few people ever experience the wonderful snow and almost deserted runs that are available in the spring. There's no standing in line for five, ten, or twenty minutes just to get a seat on a chairlift." Popular destinations also offer a variety of non-ski winter amusement. Ski guide, Mike Doyle, recommends, "If you're going to take a ski vacation, it's always a good idea to consider other activities that the ski resort or the ski resort town has to offer." Recently ranked by Orbitz as the number one ski destination in the U.S. for the 2007-08 winter season, Lake Tahoe climbed from the number three spot in 2006, based on gross hotel and vacation package bookings. Surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, non-ski winter festivities include: snowmobiling, dogsledding, snowshoeing, and kayaking. After a fun-filled day, visitors can play into the night in Reno's "little Las Vegas." Gambling, shows, shopping, and fine dining make this an ideal city for a well-rounded winter getaway. For more information go to http://www.visitrenotahoe.com/. With Pike's Peak as a backdrop, Colorado Springs' visitors can hike, bike, ski, snowmobile, or hit the rapids for a white water rafting adventure. Popular for its scenery and diversity of activities, Colorado Springs hosts a variety of events, from art and music to festivals and special events -- year round. For more information visit http://www.peakradar.com/. Not as famous, but every bit as exciting, beautiful Spokane offers skiing, sledding, shopping, excellent restaurants, and entertainment that is unforgettable and affordable. This quaint town whose name means "Children of the Sun" has no shortage of outdoor fun. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings and European-influenced architectural settings. For information on the city and winter specials visit http://www.winterinspokane.com/. By constantly looking for ways to make travel more convenient, ExpressJet Airlines offers non-stop service to these popular destinations from several different cities across the Southwest and Western U.S. For more information or to book your winter getaway visit http://www.xjet.com/. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080221/NYFNSN01LOGO http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: ExpressJet Airlines CONTACT: Kristy Nicholas of ExpressJet Airlines, +1-832-353-3333, 1-877-958-NEWS Web site: http://www.expressjet.com/ http://www.visitrenotahoe.com/ http://www.peakradar.com/ http://www.winterinspokane.com/

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