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970.925.5757, 888.648.1368
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| Aspen,
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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Opening
Day at Aspen Mountain Nov. 26, 2009
Bud
Light Hi-Fi Concert Series Nov. 2009 – March 2010
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, Robert Randolph
& the Family Band, Pennywise, Rusted Root and many more!
Aspen Winternational FIS Alpine World Cup Nov. 28 –
29, 2009
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.
Winterskol™ Jan. 14 – 17, 2010
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 14 Jan. 28 – 31, 2010
The world’s premier winter action sports event returns to Aspen/
Snowmass for its ninth 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. 11 –
14, 2010
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 19 – 21 & 26 –
28, 2010
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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1.The
city of Aspen has approximately 70 restaurants, 235 shops/boutiques,
and 40 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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ASPEN
MOUNTAIN – and its famous black-diamond terrain –
has kept the town of aspen on the map since 1947, serving up glades,
bumps and steeps for anyone who dares step off the lift. more than 60
years later, the only changes guests might notice are a shiny new gondola
and great Sundeck cuisine at the summit. Insider tip: Keep your eyes
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Towns:
Aspen
Snowmass Village
Basalt
Carbondale
Glenwood
Springs
Season:
Nov. 26, 2009 to April 11, 2010
Hours:
9am-4pm
ELEVATION
Peak - 11,212 ft.
Base - 7,945 ft.
Vertical Rise - 3,267 ft.
TERRAIN & SERVICES -
Beginner - 0%
Intermediate - 48%
Advanced/Expert - 52%
Skiable Acres - 673
Number of Trails - 76
Longest Trail - 3 miles
Terrain Parks - 0
Total Lifts - 8
Avg Annual Snowfall - 300 inches
Avg
Days of Sun Year - 300 days
Phone:
800.525.6200 / 970.925.1220
Snow Report: 888.277.3676
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www.aspensnowmass.com
LODGING
| CENTRAL RESV
800.494.6395
www.aspensnowmass.com
ADDRESS
Aspen/Snowmass
Aspen Skiing Company
P.O. Box 1248
Aspen, CO 81612 |
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Mountain - view from Aspen Elementary
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Great
Deals
Ask about our latest offers including family packages, ski/snowboard
school promotions, multi-day ticket deals and more – call Stay
Aspen Snowmass at 800-494-6395 or visit www.aspensnowmass.com. And,
don’t miss our Last-Minute Lodging Specials – visit www.aspensnowmass.com/lmls
to sign up for weekly updates and to receive the best deals around!
on-MoUntaIn DInInG q Ride the gondola and dine at 11,212 feet at the
Sundeck, one of the most environmentally responsible on-mountain restaurants
in the world. Join the festivities on designated Friday nights, and
enjoy live music and a great selection of food. Call 970-429-6974 for
more information.
Lessons
Ski & Snowboard Schools of aspen/Snowmass: Private lessons, group
lessons and specialized programs. (Sorry, no beginner programs on Aspen
Mountain.) Visit www.aspensnowmass.com
or call 877-282-7736 for more information.
FYI
Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) will invest nearly $8 million in on-mountain
improvements this year and has invested more than $130 million over
the previous six seasons, giving guests the most seamless skiing/riding
experience in the industry. This includes 11 new lifts with two new
gondolas, the industry-leading Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center,
three new restaurants, additional terrain plus the new Snowmass base
village. In addition, the first phase of the $18 million room renovation
at The Little Nell Hotel (Aspen’s only five-star, five-diamond
hotel) was completed in the fall.
Biggest Event
Aspen Winternational Audi FIS Alpine World Cup; November 28-29, 2009.
In an Olympic year, WorldCup racing returns with the Aspen Winternational
Audi 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.
Apres
Spots
Ajax Tavern, The Bar at The Little Nell, La Cantina, 39 Degrees at the
Sky Hotel, Mezzaluna and the J-Bar at The Hotel Jerome.
Alternate
Day
Try a naturalist-guided snowshoe tour on top of Aspen Mountain, 970-925-5756.
Cross-country ski on the largest groomed trail system in North America,
970-925-2849. Relax with the Alpine Rejuvenator at the Aspen Club and
Spa, 970-925-8900.
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ASPEN
HIGHLANDS, celebrating over 50 years as the locals’ favorite,
boasts breathtaking vistas of the surrounding maroon bells and an abundance
of expert terrain and groomed cruisers. Hike to the 12,392 ft. summit
of Highland bowl for colorado’s ultimate in-bounds backcountry
rush. With the addition of the Deep temerity lift and over 237 acres
over the last three seasons, we’re proud to offer some of the
most challenging big-mountain terrain in North America. |
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Towns:
Aspen
Snowmass Village
Basalt
Carbondale
Glenwood
Springs
Season:
Dec . 12, 2009 to April 4, 2010
Hours:
9am-4pm
ELEVATION
Peak - 11,675 ft.
Base - 8,040 ft.
Vertical Rise - .3,635 ft.
TERRAIN & SERVICES -
Beginner - 18%
Intermediate - 30%
Advanced/Expert - 52%
Skiable Acres - 1,010
Number of Trails - 118
Longest Trail - 3.5 miles
Terrain Parks - 0
Total Lifts - 5
Avg Annual Snowfall - 300 inches
Avg
Days of Sun Year - 300 days
Phone:
800.525.6200 / 970.925.1220
Snow Report: 888.277.3676
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www.aspensnowmass.com
LODGING
| CENTRAL RESV
800.494.6395
www.aspensnowmass.com
ADDRESS
Aspen/Snowmass
Aspen Skiing Company
P.O. Box 1248
Aspen, CO 81612 |
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Great
Deals
Ask about our latest offers including family packages, ski/snowboard
school promotions, multi-day ticket deals and more – call Stay
Aspen Snowmass at 800-494-6395 or visit www.aspensnowmass.com.
And,
don’t miss our Last-Minute Lodging Specials – visit www.aspensnowmass.com/lmls
to sign up for weekly updates and to receive the best deals around!
On-Mountain
Dining
Eat lunch at your favorite alpine bistro, Cloud Nine. In addition
to its quirky décor, the European-style eatery serves up views
of the Maroon Bells along with wild game, stews, strudels, pastas and
breads. Or dine at Merry-Go-Round, the bustling mid-mountain lunch spot
with an exciting menu and the largest outdoor deck in the valley. 800-525-6200.
Lessons/Daycare
Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass for kids: Helmets
are required for children ages 12 and under. Children’s ski/snowboard
schools is offered at Aspen Highlands for ages 5 to 17, levels 5 and
up. Kids who ski or snowboard at a lower level may be transported to
Buttermilk in the morning and shuttled back to Aspen Highlands at the
end of the day. Ski & Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass for adults:
Skiing, snowboarding and telemark private and group lessons are offered.
Visit www.aspensnowmass.com or call 877-282-7736 for more information.
FYI
Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) will invest nearly $8 million in
on-mountain improvements this year and has invested more than $130 million
over the previous six seasons, giving guests the most seamless skiing/riding
experience in the industry. This includes 11 new lifts with two new
gondolas, the industry-leading Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center,
three new restaurants, additional terrain, plus the new Snowmass base
village. In addition, the first phase of the $18 million room renovation
at The Little Nell Hotel (Aspen’s only five-star, five-diamond
hotel) was completed in the fall.
Biggest
Event
the Inferno endurance race takes place in February and consists
of an 800-vertical-foot uphill climb and a 1,500-foot downhill ski or
snowboard plunge in the famed Highland Bowl. Racers dub it their worst
cardiovascular nightmare. The second annual Helly Hansen Battle in the
Bowls (March 29, 2010) is hosted by Aspen/Snowmass athlete Chris Davenport
and features teams of two using GPS devices to track how skilled each
duo is at skiing the many bowls of Aspen Highlands. Open to any skier
or snowboarder who enjoys riding Aspen Highlands. Call 800-525-6200
for more information.
Apres
Spots
Check out the base village at Aspen Highlands for exciting après
activities. Browse the Aspen Artists Cooperative before relaxing at
ZG Grill or the Willow Creek Bistro at the Ritz Carlton Club.
Alternate
Day
Take a two-hour snowmobile ride to the base of the world-famous Maroon
Bells, or a half-day snowmobile tour to the ghost town of Independence;
T-Lazy-7, 970-925-4614, www.tlazy7.com |
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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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DIRECTIONS
BY CAR
220 miles from Denver via I-70 and Highway 82; 130 miles from Grand
Junction via I-70 and Highway 82.
DIRECTIONS BY BUS
Free skier shuttles serve all four Aspen/Snowmass areas from 8 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. All buses within the towns of Aspen and Snowmass Village
are free. Bus service runs between Snowmass Village and Aspen until
2 a.m. [$3], 970.925.8484.
DIRECTIONS BY AIR
Several airlines offer direct flights to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
(ASE) [3 miles from downtown]. In addition, Eagle County Airport (EGE)
[70 miles], Denver
International Airport (DEN) [220 miles] and Grand Junction Regional
Airport (GJT) [125 miles] offer flights to and from numerous destinations. |
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