Vail Ski Resort

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Ask any traveler to name the perfect winter destination, and the Vail Ski Resort will likely be at the top of his or her list.

After all, this gem of Eagle County is one of North America’s largestski spots together with Beaver Creek, the areaoffers more than 7,000 acres of skiable terrain with nearly 350 trails and sixindividual parks. What’s more, though the region is known for its star-studdedvillages and luxurious properties, it’s not difficult to track down deals and discountprices on skirentals, lift tickets and Vail ski packages during any season. To put it bluntly, Vail skiing utterly epitomizes the sport.

Of course, all ski vacations areslightly different. If you’re interested in getting away from it all, focusyour attention on Beaver Creek ski resort. This elegant resort is home toBachelor Gulch, Arrowhead, and Beaver Creek Village, and its ski vacation packages give you access togentle hills, steep drops and intermediate trails. You can even take a privatelesson at the renowned ski school orsign up for one of the regional ski tours. 

The Vail, Colorado Ski Resort,on the other hand, is where most of the action happens. 370 inches of snow blanket the area each year, so both the weatherand powder are perfect for cruising runs. Head to the Back Bowls to revel inthe wide-open spaces, check out the cornices and glades in Blue Sky Basin, ortake a pass at one of the night skiing or heliskiing opportunities. Vail snowboarding is also beyond popular here theBack Bowls are ideal for it, but don’t discountthe manicured Front Side. Book your tickets,reserve your rentals, and make abeeline for your favorite runs this COmasterpiece is calling your name.

Reviews of Vail Ski Resort

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler
Jul 24, 2019

Parking is a problem in Vail. The centralized parking garage requires a long walk to some of the shops. That is why we didn't visit the cute shops. They should provide some free shuttles for visitors to ride to and from the shops. That would improve retail sales.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 28, 2019

Be prepared for switchbacks and cat tracks. There is a way to avoid most of them. Also some of the lift exits were flat so you really had skate ski to get out of the way of the next chair.

5/5 - Excellent

Jessica
Jan 6, 2019

The gondola to the tubing area is free after 3:30. Get there a bit before because a line does form.

3/5 - Okay

Chris
Oct 27, 2018

Season had not started, so most shops / restaurants are closed. However most restaurants are half price.

4/5 - Good

MikeCO
Sep 18, 2018

If you sleep with the windows open, try to book a forest room so your not hearing the highway noise.

5/5 - Excellent

Jenny
Sep 7, 2018

Sitzmark Lodge is really close to the Vail ski runs

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