For Xmas,

1. Buller's 'Xmas Special' on 2010 season passes is ending. $1114 for an adult only takes 12 days to pay its way;

2. The Kirkwood early bird season pass at about $US250 ends in hours;

3. AAC's Niseko Lodge is offering kids/youth members at 2/3rds the adult rate and an instalment plan. Members get booking rights at AAC's other lodges in Oz.