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Ice Castles is a 1978 American romantic drama film directed by Donald Wrye and starring Lynn-Holly Johnson and Robby Benson. It is the story of Lexie Winston, a young figure skater, and her rise and fall from super stardom.
Experience winter magic at Ice Castles, a stunning display of icicles, sculptures, slides and fountains. Choose your adventure in four cities across North America and book your tickets online.
- Sandi Barrett
- New England (Massachusetts)
- Dress For The Cold. The ice castles are open-air structures that envelop you in icey beauty, but remember, you are outside wandering around enormous piles of ice and snow.
- Go Before Sundown And Stay After Dark. The Ice Castles are beautiful before sunset. The brilliant winter sun dances off the crystalline surface, creating an ever-changing play of lights and shadows.
- Wear The Right Gloves. In addition to being in the moment, you will want to take photos, lots and lots of photos. The when-the-sun-goes-down temperatures are necessary for the ice; however, it is not so finger-friendly.
- Take A Hike. Strolling hand-in-hand, or glove-in-glove, down the well-traveled quarter-mile trail through the woods is romantically whistful. As you stroll along the path, you will discover snow-covered grounds lit with dancing orbs, a curtain of hanging decorations, and trees wrapped in twinkling lights.
- Kim Knox Beckius
- What Lies Inside These Icy Walls? After several years in Lincoln, Ice Castles, New Hampshire relocated to 24 Clark Farm Road in North Woodstock, NH, and that's where you'll find this unique attraction for the 2020 season.
- A Frozen Wonderland. Don’t worry. Once you’re inside this frozen kingdom, its size, detail and sheer beauty will melt away any doubts you had about ice artisans’ ability to create a world made completely of solid water.
- How Do They Do It? So, how does Ice Castles build these one-of-a-kind environments? The short answer is with icicles… and magic. The construction process is patented, but if you'e lucky, you might catch a glimpse behind the curtain.
- The Best Time to Visit New Hampshire’s Ice Castle. Because Mother Nature is both Ice Castles’ collaborator and its nemesis, it’s best to plan your trip to North Woodstock, New Hampshire, for deep winter: mid-January through early February.
- Stratton Ice Castle. WHERE: Sun Bowl Lodge, Stratton Mountain Resort, Vermont. Featuring tunnels, 31 towers, waterfalls, and arches that reach up to 20 feet in height, this acre-sized ice castle was constructed by “icicle farmers” from thr Utah-based company Ice Castles, which has been creating ice structures throughout the U.S. since 2009.
- SnowCastle of Kemi. WHERE: Kemi, Finland. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the SnowCastle of Kemi is the biggest snow fort in the world. The castle is redesigned each year with a new theme but always contains a chapel, hotel, and restaurant.
- Lincoln Ice Castle. WHERE: Lincoln, New Hampshire. Double the size of last year’s New Hampshire ice castle at the Loon Mountain Adventure Center (also created by Ice Castles), the Lincoln Ice Castle is made up of towering 50-foot walls, a frozen throne, 63 ice towers, and an ice slide that visitors are welcome to try.
- Jungfraujoch Ice Palace. WHERE: Jungfraujoch, Switzerland. Travel by electric railway and high-speed lift to reach the secluded Jungfraujoch Ice Palace (or Eispalast), which is open year-round to visitors.
Feb 9, 2010 · Ice Castles is a drama romance sport film about a blind figure skater who pursues her dreams with the help of her boyfriend. The film is a remake of the 1978 classic and features stunning winter scenery and music.
Experience the magic and wonder of Ice Castles, a handcrafted display of ice sculptures, lights, and slides. Learn how to visit, what to expect, and what to wear at this award-winning winter wonderland.
