Yellowstone: 3-night winter lodge package from $411

Why Go:

Winter in Yellowstone, when the park is blanketed in snow and the buffalo and elk mince over the steaming crust of the geyser basin and the silence is complete, is a very exciting time to visit.  The park has just announced its winter 2010 packages (available from January 3 through March 5) and they look like a terrific way to experience the winter magic.  There are several different packages, ranging from active (skating and cross-country skiing) to wildlife viewing, so check them out and see if one lights your winter fire.  Here's one:

Trail of the Wolf package includes:

• 3 nights' accommodations at Old Faithful Snow Lodge and Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel
• A round-trip guided snowmobile tour between Old Faithful and Mammoth
• A "Wake up to Wildlife” tour of the Lamar Valley
• 2 breakfasts per person
• Welcome gift
• A one-hour hot tub rental
• Unlimited ice skating and skates and a Snow Card.

Rates start at $411 per person for double occupancy for two nights at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel and one night at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge. Rates start at $546 per person for double occupancy for two nights at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge and one night at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel.