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Colorado. The name alone conjures images of majestic mountains,
outdoor adventure, healthy living, divine dining, music festivals, and
exceptional shopping. To the world, Aspen means, "The Good Life." And
yes, our town has everything the good life has to offer. But we have
even more. Aspen's got soul.
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1.The
city of Aspen has approximately 70 restaurants, 235 shops/boutiques,
and 47 lodging properties within 3.66 miles, all at the elevation of
7,908 ft. Many restaurants in Aspen/Snowmass offer bar and prix-fixe
menus, often at substantial discounts from their regular menus. Enjoy
gourmet food at a portion of the price.
2. Catch the world's only internet-connected taxi, The Ultimate Taxi.
Take a guided joy ride through downtown Aspen and send your friends
images over the web right from the taxi! www.ultimatetaxi.com.
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NEW Silver Queen Gondola travels 2.5 miles and more than
3,000 vertical feet from the heart of Aspen to the 11,212-ft. summit
of Aspen Mountain. At the top, bask in the spectacular panoramic views
of Aspen and the Elk Mountain Range and take in the many activities
that the high altitude has to offer: dine at the Sundeck, take a free
mountain-orientation tour with an ambassador, or step up your technique
with Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/ Snowmass. 800.525.6200 www.aspensnowmass.com.
The Maroon Bells
Among the most-photographed peaks in North America, the Maroon Bells
are one of Aspen/Snowmass' grand attractions and can be reached by guided
snowmobile tours in the winter.
Independence and Ashcroft
Tour the ghost towns of Independence and Ashcroft. A "resident ghost"
leads tours and shares stories about the towns' raucous history. Call
Aspen Historical Society for more information, 970.925.3721.
Snowshoeing
Enjoy a two-hour snowshoe adventure led by a naturalist from Aspen Center
for Environmental Studies on top of Aspen Mountain, Snowmass and Ashcroft
daily. 970.925.5756.
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Day at Aspen Mountain - November 27, 2008
Bud
Light Hi-Fi Concert Series Nov. 2008 - March 2009
This free, season-long concert series is free and open to the public,
featuring top national music acts ranging from rock to hip-hop, appealing
to all age groups. Past acts include Blues Traveler, Big Head Todd,
De La Soul and many others.
Aspen
Winternational FIS Alpine World Cup - Nov. 28-29, 2008
World Cup racing returns with the Aspen Winternational FIS Alpine ski
races, highlighting women's giant slalom and slalom races. This festive
weekend, free and open to the public, features race-stadium access,
fireworks, awards ceremonies and an outdoor nighttime concert in downtown
Aspen. For details, call 800.525.6200 x4595.
Wintersköl™
- January 8-11, 2009
Wintersköl, Aspen's annual "toast to winter," dates back to a quiet
January in 1951 when local Aspenites decided to celebrate Aspen's unique
Nordic lifestyle with an eclectic weekend of festivities. The four-day
celebration features on-mountain activities, a parade, a canine fashion
show and much more.
ESPN
Winter X Games 13 January - 22-25, 2009
The world's premier winter action sports event returns to Aspen/Snowmass
for its eighth year in a row. Watch as snowsports' greatest athletes
battle for glory in events like ski and snowboard slopestyle, superpipe,
snowmobile freestyle and snocross, big air and many more! For details,
visit www.expn.com.
Aspen/Snowmass
Ski & Snowboard Open - Feb. 5-8, 2009
Held on the world-renowned Winter X Games slopestyle course and superpipe,
this event is open to all competitors from around the world. With ski
and snowboard categories for men and women, the Open gives up-and-comers
a chance to compete against a notable field of pros, with everyone vying
for part of the total $50,000 prize purse.
Bud
Light Spring Jam - March 20-22 & 27-29, 2009
The ultimate spring celebration! The 10th annual Spring Jam features
two weekends of events in Aspen and Snowmass, blending music, athletic
competition and art. From a live outdoor, nighttime concert, art and
booths, this weekend has something for everyone.
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