Snow Ski holiday

[x5fromOz]

Hey all,

We are trying to plan a trip to the US xmas / New Year. Starting with LA (usual Disneyland, fun parks and abit of shopping (we have 2 boys 15 & 17yo)....then we hire a class A motorhome for about 7-8 days to cruise up to Denver (yes.... I have seen the movie and it is very close to home) and then we plan on spending a week in Vail/Aspen about 8th Jan. Any suggestions on the following would be MOST appreciated;

1. Great places to stay(picturesque) with the RV between LA and Denver (off track is fine).
2. The best place to stay in the snow in CO. We like to snowboard and my boys love to go anywhere there are girls!!!!!! Is the snow in CO still good in January?

Looking forward to your suggestions.
Rod