ASPEN

Aspen Snowmass, located in the Roaring Fork Valley, 200 miles west of Denver, is one of those special places to visit, whether it be in winter or summer. Most skiers who visit Aspen Snowmass return again, for the uncrowded feel to the slopes, the great choice of terrain, prefect grooming and a great snow record. Aspen is located 2400m above sea level and Snowmass Village, 20 minutes drive away, is at 2500m. These compare to the very highest European ski resorts, but the Rockies have a higher tree line, so are more sheltered in windy conditions. Snowmass Village is purpose built and offers the most choice of ski-in, ski-out accommodations and is very family friendly, with an excellent ski school for kids and adults.

Spend all day exploring Highland Bowl, a cruising day around Buttermilk, a week at Aspen Mountain, or a whole season discovering Snowmass — no matter how long you stay, you will never have the same experience twice. Aspen Snowmass is a place where the mountains challenge and excite you - a place where just as much devotion is reserved for a perfect groomer, as for perfect tracks on a powder day.

Evenings offer a vibrant cultural scene in cosmopolitan downtown Aspen or in the new Snowmass base village. Many of the country's best restauranteurs are located in Aspen and Snowmass and there is a great choice of places to eat. There is a good apres ski scene and regular live music by well known bands at the Belly Up in Aspen.

Aspen Snowmass can also be combined in a ski safari or twin centre holiday, as there are other major resorts close by. Vail, Beaver Creek and Telluride offer great options to combine with Aspen Snowmass, for an extended trip in Colorado. The high country scenery is stunning when driving between resorts in the Rockies. Vail and Aspen are also connected by a door to door, daily shuttle bus service, if not hiring a car.