While heavy-hitters like Aspen, Jackson Hole, and Vail might immediately come to mind when thinking up winter travel destinations, there’s a lot to be said for the more underrated mountain vacation spots. For one, the mainstays tend to get very crowded, especially around the holidays (if you’ve ever been to Aspen during New Year’s, then you know what I mean). Secondly, there’s something so special about experiencing a place off the beaten path, not to mention the warm, fuzzy feelings that typically come with discovering a best kept secret. If you’re looking to pound some serious powder, you might think that the more well-known destinations offer better skiing and snowboarding,…