Sentence:  Yes, getting up the mountain is more of a hassle — <WSD>powder monkeys</WSD> will probably yelp in frustration because of the extra minutes involved each morning. But if you want a more laid-back holiday, ... you'll love it. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  A skier or snowboarder who avidly seeks out the “powder” (light, dry, fluffy snow).