Snow conditions ahead of Spring are looking magnificent following fresh snowfalls and additional snowmaking runs. At this rate, with almost one metre of snow falling over the past ten days, the term 'Spring is King' may ring true in the mountains this year.

Skiers and riders wanting to make the most of the snow can 'Save in Spring' with the two resort Spring Pass, valid at Falls Creek and Hotham Alpine Resorts in North-East Victoria.

On sale today from 5pm (25 August 2013), the Spring Pass offers great value for adults and kids with access to over 750 hectares of terrain and more than 150 trails.

Francis Jackson, General Manager of Falls Creek Ski Lifts said; "The Spring Pass is a great way to enjoy our mountains as adults only need to ski or ride for 5 days and they are already ahead. Every other day is a bonus."

For 2013 it's a price freeze with the Spring Pass at $499 for adults and $299 for children, the same price as 2012. The pass is valid for access at both resorts from Saturday 31 August through to the end of the season on 29 September 2013.

General Manager of Hotham Skiing Company, Belinda Trembath, said, "We encourage everyone to head up and enjoy Spring in the mountains. All our lifts are open across both the resorts and conditions are excellent for everyone from the seasoned skier to a family taking their first snow holiday."

The Spring Pass is available online at the resort eStores -head to www.snowpass.com.au

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jessica Theakstone
Hausmann Communications

(02) 8353 5781

Jessica.theakstone@hausmann.com.au

Gina Woodward
Head of Sales & Marketing - Ski
Merlin Entertainments Group

(03) 5759 4464

Gina.woodward@merlinentertainments.com.au

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS is the leading name in location-based, family entertainment, and has seen the most successful and dynamic growth of any company in the sector over the last five years. Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates 98 attractions, eight hotels/three holiday villages in 22 countries and across four continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its 54 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and more than 21,000 employees.

Merlin currently has thirteen attractions in Australia and New Zealand including the stunning Hotham and Falls Creek Alpine Resorts in Victoria; WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and WILD LIFE Hamilton Island; Madame Tussauds, Sydney; Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures and Otway Fly Treetop Adventures & Zip Line; the Sydney Tower Eye & SKYWALK; SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, Underwater World in Mooloolaba, Queensland; Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium in Auckland - underlining the company's position as the world's biggest global aquarium operator. Visit www.merlinentertainments.biz  for more information.