# $80,000 Ski Passes Exclusive Canadian Heli-Skiing By Pearl | Published 2008-11-09 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/80000-ski-passes-great-canadian-heli-skiing References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2008/11/03/the-worlds-most-expensive-ski-pass-for-80-000/) & [canadianheli-skiing](http://www.canadianheli-skiing.com/) Do you hate wasting oodles of time waiting for [ski lifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-ski)? Well, the most expensive ski pass in the world not only lets you forget about the lines but will also get you to the top [deep powder skiing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-destination) areas in the world for unparalleled skiing experiences. If you're a powder addict with money to burn, this is the ski pass for you. The British Columbia based Great Canadian Heli-Skiing's [Platinum Pass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingle-pass) guarantees unlimited daily access via A-Star B2 helicopters to the famous deep powder of the Purcell and Selkirk mountain ranges (part of the North American Rockies). It'll cost you $80,000 which includes the services of a personal powder concierge who will keep you abreast of local conditions and forecasts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **$80,000 Ski Passes:** Exclusive ski passes offer unparalleled skiing experiences and less waiting through access to deep powder skiing areas via helicopter. - **Powder Concierge Services:** Luxury ski experiences such as Great Canadian Heli-Skiing's Platinum Pass include personalized powder concierge services to keep guests informed of local conditions and forecasts. - **Helicopter Skiing:** Helicopter skiing offers an exclusive and premium way to access deep powder skiing areas, giving guests a once-in-a-lifetime ski experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Travel:** Luxury travel companies can offer exclusive access and services for premium ski experiences like Great Canadian Heli-Skiing's Platinum Pass. - **Outdoor Adventures:** Outdoor adventure companies can incorporate helicopter skiing into their offerings, appealing to affluent customers seeking unique ski experiences. - **Winter Sports Equipment:** Winter sports equipment companies can develop specialized equipment for helicopter skiing, creating a new market for premium skiing gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haute Hotel-Branded Travel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-seasons-private-jet-experience.md) - [All Terrain Electric Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skwheel-one.md) - [Social Winter Sports Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-friend-tickets.md) - [Ski-Thru Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boursin-aprsski-thru.md) - [$1000 Bourbon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-most-expensive-bloody-mary.md) - [Pop-Up Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niseko-confidential.md) - [Snow-Themed Winter Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-massif-de-charlevoix.md) - [Aftermarket Air-Spring Skier Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shredshox.md) - [Premium Travel Access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingle-pass.md)