Aspen/Snowmass, anywhere else this would be four separate vacations. It's not just one mountain. It's Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk. Decide which mountain fits your passion. Four choices and nearly 5,000 acres. Snowmass, so many runs, so much variety - cruisers, steeps, glades, off-piste, terrain parks, superpipe and the longest lift-served vertical rise in the United States. Rising out of the heart of downtown Aspen and famous for its steeps, bump and incredible views, Aspen Mountain and its double-black and tree runs are fun for skiers and snowboarders alike. Known as the locals' favorite mountain, Aspen Highlands features extreme terrain, groomed cruisers and breathtaking views of the Maroon Bells. For the ultimate ski/snowboarding experience, hike up and drop into Highland Bowl. Home of the ESPN Winter X Games through 2007 (for an unprecedented six consecutive years!), Buttermilk is also a premier mountain for beginners. While experts frolic in the X Superpipe and terrain park, the rest of the family can cruise on the wide, rolling trails. Aspen/Snowmass. Experience the Power of Four. Aspen/Snowmass - Aspen Skiing Company Annabelle Inn Aspen/Snowmass - Four Mountain Sports Aspen Square Hotel The Crestwood Condominiums Frias Properties of Aspen The Gant Gems of Aspen Hotel Lenado Limelight Lodge Molly Gibson Lodge - Hotel Aspen Silver Tree Properties Timberline Condominiums Viceroy Snowmass Resort Information: Snowmass: 3,010 acres; easiest - 7%, More difficult - 55%, most difficult - 18%, expert - 20% Ajax: 675 acres; easiest - 0%, more difficult - 48%, most difficult - 26%, expert - 26% Highlands: 790 acres; easiest - 20%, more difficult - 33%, most difficult - 17%, expert - 30% Buttermilk: 400 acres; easiest - 35%; more difficult - 39%, most difficult - 26%, expert - 0% SkiTops University - Resource links down this page: Transportation Resort Misconceptions Top Selling Points Best Client Type Recommendations / Highlights Other Resort Activities Unique Resort Features Take The Test Consumer Info Page Trail Maps General Information - As provided by the resort: Air Service to Resort: Aspen/Snowmass is truly one of the most accessible Rocky Mountain resorts. With 150 nonstop and connecting flights weekly into Aspen/Sardy Field, you can start from either coast and be here in half a day, give or take. Aspen/Sardy Field Airport Located just three miles from the town of Aspen and six miles from Snowmass, Sardy Field is the most conveniently located ski-resort airport in the world. Nearly 150 flights per week ensure connections from points across the globe. www.aspenairport.com · United Airlines/United Express: Frequent service from Denver, plus one daily nonstop from Los Angeles. · Northwest Jet Airlink: Nonstop service from Minneapolis/St. Paul and weekend nonstop flights from Memphis. · America West Express: Nonstop service from Phoenix. Additional Airports to consider when booking Aspen/Snowmass · Eagle County Regional Airport - presently served by five airlines with nonstop flights from 12 cities during the winter and connecting service from cities throughout North America and the world. Airlines: American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Northwest Airlines and United Airlines/United Express. · Grand Junction - Daily shuttles from America West Express, Sky West, The Delta Connection and United Express. · Denver International - Over 400 daily flights are offered into Denver from over 80 cities on 14 airlines, plus new daily nonstop service from London/Gatwick on British Airways. Ground Transportation Options: Aspen and Snowmass Village are easily accessible from all regional airports. From Denver: 220 miles west via 1-70 and Colorado 82. From Grand Junction: 125 miles east via 1-70 and Colorado 82. From Eagle County Airport: 70 miles west via 1-70 and Colorado 82. Snowmass Village is located 4 miles off Colorado 82 via Brush Creek Road. Aspen is located 5 miles past Brush creek road via Colorado 82. Local Bus Service City buses provide transportation service on a year-round basis. Free buses operate within the towns of Aspen and Snowmass Village, and fare buses transport passengers to other points in the Roaring Fork Valley. Free shuttle service connects all four mountains during the winter season from 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. The RFTA Transportation Center is located at Rubey Park in downtown Aspen. Coach, Limousine and Rental A number of coach, limousine and van services and car rental companies are available (for contact information, visit the transportation section of aspensnowmass.com): · Amtrak, 800-USA-RAIL · Colorado Mountain Express, 800-525-6363 · High Mountain Taxi/Limousine, 970-925-TAXI · Snow Limo Taxi, 877-859-5466 · All major car-rental companies Common Misperceptions: Many people think Aspen/Snowmass is just for movie stars and is too expensive. Not true. Aspen/Snowmass has something for everyone, including lodging and lift-ticket programs. So if you're a budget-minded traveler, you'll find plenty of affordable options. Aspen/Snowmass is also one of the most accessible mountain resorts. There are 150 nonstop and connecting flights daily to the Aspen airport. And the fun doesn't stop once you're off the mountain; with more than 150 restaurants and bars, there are dining and entertainment options to suit everyone. Top 5 Selling Points: 1. With four mountains, every type of terrain, and the world's longest terrain park, you can expect to have epic runs every day in Aspen/Snowmass. 2. Aspen/Snowmass is a little harder to get to but the rewards are worth it - less crowded slopes (3 people per acre) than other resorts and a feeling like you're really getting away from it all. 3. Aspen/Snowmass is the most exciting resort in North America. You'll feel an energy the moment you arrive, and you'll definitely never get bored. Aspen is consistently ranked #1 for night life! 4. Aspen/Snowmass offers the total package like no other resort - great skiing, nightlife, ski school, restaurants, entertainment and shopping. 5. An Aspen/Snowmass lift-ticket offers you a variety of terrain on 4 mountains - Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands & Buttermilk - located within a 12-mile radius and connected by FREE ground shuttles. Best Resort Client: · Families · Young aggressive athletes · "Empty nest" parents · Ski clubs & groups Recommendations / Highlights: Whether you're planning your 20th annual visit, or considering your first trip to Aspen/Snowmass, you'll find plenty of excitement here. Aspen/Snowmass offers a mix of skiing, fun, nightlife, and culture that you can't find in any other resort, anywhere. Four mountains mean epic runs, no matter what type of terrain you like. The extremists in your group will find plenty of challenge - Highland Bowl at Aspen Highlands, for starters. With some of the steepest terrain in the state, it's known as the locals' proving ground. Beginners? No worries - we can handle them, too. With one of the best learning programs in the country, and lots of gentle slopes, they'll be on their feet (or skis, or snowboard…) in no time. And there are plenty of options for getting here… the Aspen Airport (ASE) is only three miles from Aspen and six miles from Snowmass Village. And Eagle Airport (EGE), only 70 miles away, is another convenient alternative. Other Activities: You certainly won't get bored in Aspen/Snowmass. You can try cross-country skiing on miles of untouched nature, go dogsledding, take a guided snowshoe tour, have a luxurious massage at the Aspen Club & Spa, go hot-air ballooning or ice skating in the open air. And there are countless cultural activities such as films, dance, theatre, music and art galleries. Still looking for things to do? · Brush up your culinary skills at the Aspen Cooking School · Tour our extensive backcountry huts/trail system · Take a Fresh Tracks nature tour with a trained naturalist · Ride in a horse-drawn carriage or take a sleigh ride · Go snowmobiling · Have some family fun at Tube Town There are also a number of free activities to keep the kids happy. Aspen/Snowmass throws a winter carnival and slopeside BBQ party with free food, music, games and giveaways. You can roast marshmallows, drink hot chocolate and listen to tales of the old West at Storytelling by the Campfire. There are snow games with Burnie the Bear, a piñata bash, scavenger hunts and snowcat rides up Snowmass. There's so much to do, you will have a hard time deciding what to do! What's New This Year: Aspen Highlands -- Highland Bowl terrain will be expanded by 46%. That's more fresh tracks on some of the steepest terrain in the state. Why This Resort is Special or Unique: · Four mountains on one lift ticket · Not as crowded as other resorts because there are no day-trippers. You spend time on the slopes, not in lift lines. · More fun, excitement, and things to do than other resorts. · Aspen/Snowmass offers unforgettable guest service · FREE mountain tours are provided daily by mountain Ambassadors, and FREE concierge services at all mountains · FREE inter-mountain ski/snowboard transfers and storage with equipment rented from D & E Ski and Snowboard Rentals and Pro Mountain Sports · FREE Colombian coffee to kick start your day Take the SkiTops University Test - Click Here SkiTops Contact / Web Site at Aspen: Click Here For the Supplier Membership List P.O. Box 191981 - Sacramento, California, U.S.A. 95819 info@skitops.com | Back | Members Home | Site Home | Contacts SkiTops.com: