This winter season in Aspen and Snowmass Village began with two amazing hotels opening for business. Viceroy Snowmass and The Little Nell both cater to the Aspen traveler looking for fantastic ski-in/ski-out access and luxurious accomodations. (more…)
The I-Phone offers a slew of applications, including two that will bring Aspen to your hand. These are a must have for the ski season.
Aspen Shines at www.aspenshines.com/iphone
Vacationing in Aspen and want to know what to do off of the slopes? Download the Aspen Shines app on your I-phone and have direct access to the local restaurants, hot spots and events for Aspen.
Alpine Trail Maps by www.appsafari.com
Alpine Trail Maps has numerous maps of ski resorts, including all four of the Aspen/Snowmass ski areas. Never fumble with a large map again! You will always know where you are on Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk or Aspen Highlands.
These two applications are very easy to use and a must-have for the ski season.
Like many resort destinations, Aspen and Snowmass Village experience a lull between seasons. Many locals revere the “off-season” because the line at the grocery store is shorter, no reservations are needed at the restaurants, and the whole town is wonderfully quiet.
This doesn’t mean that nothing is happening, though. Below is a calendar of events to enjoy this off-season in Aspen and Snowmass Village. (more…)
Aspen Skiing Company has posted the season pass prices for 2009-2010 ski season with some surprises. Some of the old favorites are gone, but the cost of the Premier Pass has been reduced by almost $300.
No one in America is completely insulated from the recession, and that includes Aspen Skiing Company and its clients. Aspen Skiing Company is doing its part to make sure that skiers still find their way to the 4 mountains by lowering the price of the Premier Pass $270.
Also, there are 2 new types of passes to choose from–the Flex and Escape Passes. The Flex pass offers one day of skiing/riding each week and additional days can be purchased for $49. The Escape pass offers a pay-as-you-go option for $299 up front and $49 per day. See bel0w for pass pricing valid for purchase before September 18, 2009.
Premier Pass $1,499
Flex Pass $ 819
Escape Pass $ 299*
Classic Pass $ 249
*Escape Pass is only sold until December 18, 2009.
The very popular 2-day a week pass is not available for this season, much to the dismay of locals. David Perry, Senior Vice President of SkiCo, explained that the new pricing was a reflection of last year’s passholder’s ski use. “Literally 95 percent of all our season passholders will either pay less for the same amount of skiing or get more skiing and more flexibility for the same amount,” Perry said to the Aspen Chamber board of directors in a meeting last week.
Join friends and family for all of the excitement on the 4th of July in Aspen. Below is a schedule of not-to-miss events while here for this patriotic holiday.
The old-fashioned 4th of July celebration starts off Thursday in Snowmass Village. A free concert performance by Karl Denson and his Tiny Universe starts at 6:15pm on Fanny Hill with fireworks to follow at 9pm.
On Friday night, a free concert at Cooper Street Mall is scheduled and Boogie’s Bash for the Buddy Program will be held on Mclain Flats. Tickets can be purchased and more information can be found by clicking here.
Saturday begins with an 8:00am start for the Boogie’s 5-mile race. There is also the family/canine 1-mile walk that happens at 9:15am. All proceeds go to The Buddy Program.
The Kid’s Carnival is in full tilt from 10am-2:30pm at Paepke Park, complete with a silent auction and lots of games.
The 4th of July Parade starts at high-noon. Click here for a route map for the parade, but one of the best places to see the parade is near the judging platform in front of The Hotel Jerome.
Not one, but TWO, picnics are held for the Aspen public starting around 1pm. The 14th Annual AVSC picnic will be held in Koch Park and the 5th Annual 4th of July picnic hosted by the Aspen Art Musuem will be held at the museum next to Rio Grande Park.
Starting at 4pm, the Aspen Music Festival will be playing at Benedict Music Tent located in the West End. They will play patriotic tunes to keep you in the mood for this wonderful holiday.
Another free concert will be played on Saturday evening at Cooper Street Mall starting at 8pm, and fireworks will be lit from Aspen Mountain starting at 9:15pm.
The 4th of July in Aspen is a great time for everyone. Enjoy!
It is that time again–The Food & Wine Classic is coming to Aspen! Every year in June for the past eleven years, Aspen has played host to the hottest vendors in the food and wine world. Featured speakers include Giada De Laurentis, Mario Batali, Bobby Flay, and Jose Andres, famed chef behind Bazaar inside the new SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
This event is a don’t miss on the “Aspen social calendar” and is the real kick-off to summer in Aspen. Not only is there a fantastic array of food and beverages to indulge in, this is one of the prettiest times to be in the Colorado Rockies. The amazing fields of wildflowers are in full bloom, and the snow-capped peaks are in the background.
Aspen’s famous Independence Pass is now open for the summer season. Independence Pass climbs up over 12,000 feet and offers spectacular views, along with snowfields, throughout the summer.
The wildlife and topography offer numerous photo opportunities. Independence Pass is located in the White River National Forest, and there are many day hikes and picnic areas to investigate and a ghost town named Independence is a great rest stop.
Locals enjoy the easy access to Denver and Colorado Springs, typically cutting 1/2 hour off of their drive time by going over the pass. But Independence Pass is not for the novice driver. There are two locations on the Aspen side of the pass where there is no yellow line to separate the two-way traffic.
Independence Pass is only open during the summer. Enjoy it while you can!
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One of the biggest differences between Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley and other ski resort destinations is Aspen’s ability to attract very exclusive presentations and events. One of these great events will happen May 7th through the 10th in Carbondale–the 5Point Film Festival. (more…)
A large group of Aspen’s second homeowners are from California. Now, a “local” Aspenite has found a home in California. Govenor Arnold Schwarzenegger came to Aspen in March on a work/leisure trip, and went home with a BIG memento.
Jazz Aspen
Jazz Aspen has announced its lineup for the 2009 festival season. Performances include a wide range of genres including hip-hop, jazz, classic rock, jam bands and more. (more…)
