Surprisingly, a handful of places around the world will let you get your downhill adrenaline rush sans the white stuff. That's right: Ski without snow. It's no secret that skiing and snowboarding ...

For those who haven't yet tried it, downhill skiing or snowboarding is a fun experience ... a lift ticket plus Rental Gear (skis, ski boots, poles, or snowboard and boots, along with a helmet), and/or ...