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Apres-Ski Activities Booked through Complimentary Concierge Lure
Travelers of Every Type to Mountain Destinations This Winter
ASPEN, Colo., Dec. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- With the explosion of apres-ski
activities available at resort destinations, more and more non-skiers are
taking mountain vacations, and Ski.com is there to help travelers customize
their getaway. From romantic weekends to family reunions to therapeutic
retreats, Ski.coms concierge and mountain travel specialists alleviate
booking anxieties, invite off-slope discovery, and add depth to any mountain
vacation.
"Apres ski has always been part of a skiers day, but non-skiers are also
finding culture, community, adventure and reprieve at these mountain
destinations," said Mark Uhlfelder, senior vice president, Ski.com. "The
apres-ski mentality has expanded beyond a happy hour or bonfire at the bottom
of the slopes. Todays travelers are demanding customized and fulfilling
options for the entire mountain experience, such as theater, cooking classes,
snowmobile tours and all-inclusive family programming."
Recognizing the evolving demographics of mountain-bound travelers include
more than just skiers, Ski.coms Concierge service offers unbiased, expert
guidance that gives visitors unique, fresh and exciting alternatives to the
slopes -- often exactly what they need to achieve the ideal vacation.
Recommendations are free and actual bookings are delivered at-cost by
contacting the Ski.com Concierge at 1-800-525-2052, ext. 3500, or by visiting
http://www.ski.com .
"Ski.com understands that booking mountain vacations can be a very complex
process, but they dont have to be," said Francesca MacPherson, concierge,
Ski.com. "My job at Ski.com is to be at travelers beck and call, helping
them identify their needs and wants outside of lift tickets, to meet their
needs and exceed their expectations."
Broad agent knowledge coupled with Ski.coms concierge provide travelers
with a more complete experience, on and off the slopes. Below is a sampling
of Ski.coms time-tested insight:
ITEM LOCATION TOWN DETAILS
Resort with Utah Ski School - Deer Valley, Known throughout the ski
Lowest Ski Deer Valley Utah industry for the lowest
School Ratio teacher-to-student
ratio, the Utah Ski
School at Deer Valley
offers beginner,
intermediate and
advanced lessons
starting at $140 per
person/per day.
Best Explor- Park City Park City, For 15 years, Ski Utah
ation of the Mountain Resort Utah has been offering its
Back Country one-of-a-kind tour to
expert skiers. The
Interconnect Tour offers
advanced skiers the
opportunity to ski back-
country routes with
experienced guides. The
daylong (eight hour)
tour leads through five
ski resorts and
showcases some of the
most beautiful scenic
area of the Wasatch
Mountain Range. Cost is
$175 per person.
Most Romantic The Inn at Telluride, The Inn at Lost Creek in
Request Lost Creek Colo. Telluride rents out its
rooftop Jacuzzi for
couples wanting an
unforgettably romantic
escape.
Fastest Dog- Jackson Hole Jackson Hole, Owner Frank Teasley has
Sledding Team Iditarod Sled Wyo. competed eight times in
for Rental Dog Tours the world-renowned
"Iditarod Race," and is
a Leonard Seppala
Humanitarian Award
winner for the best
cared for dog team. His
signature ride to
Granite Creek Canyon in
the Bridger Teton
National Forest offers a
full-day trip that ends
in the warm Granite Hot
Springs. Prices range
from $135 for the half-
day tour to $185 for the
full day.
Best Location Sun Valley Resort Sun Valley, Pack a picnic and take
for a Winter Idaho one of Sun Valleys
Picnic Nordic ski trails to the
cozy 1930s Trail Creek
Cabin.
Feel Like an Utah Olympic Park Park City, Park Citys Utah Winter
Olympian Utah Sports Park offers the
same facilities used by
Olympic athletes. All
visitors will enjoy
watching Olympic
athletes train on the
worlds fastest ice
track or a visit to the
Olympic museum. Thrill
seekers can take an
exhilarating ride down
the bobsled course or
receive jumping
instruction in the
ski/play area (18- and
38-meter jumps!). Prices
start at $200.
Most Unique Grand Tetons and Wyoming View the majesty of the
View by Yellowstone Park Grand Tetons and
Snowmobile Yellowstone Park at dusk
for one of the most awe-
inspiring experiences in
the west. Prices range
from $150-$200 per
person.
Most Difficult The Sneaker Ball Aspen, Colo. For 19 years, Aspens
Event Ticket largest party has
to Locate required black-tie
formal wear and
mandatory footwear:
sneakers. Held March 17,
2006, at Aspens St.
Regis Hotel, the Sneaker
Ball has been known to
lure attendees from near
and far. Tickets are
$125, and sell out
quickly.
Foamiest Between the Telluride, Nestled in the heart of
Cappuccino Covers Colo. Telluride, Between the
Covers offers a friendly
and cozy coffeehouse
atmosphere with a range
of warm liquid goodness.
Coziest Nook Empire Lodge Deer Valley, Try the fireside fondue
for Canoodling Utah for two at this quaint
mountain-side venue.
Bearfoot Bistro Whistler, Warm atmosphere,
Vancouver, with jazz every night.
Canada
Most Bizarre Doggie Birthday Aspen, Colo. With balloons, candles,
Task Asked of Bash cake and the works,
Ski.com Agents Cesar, a small terrier,
celebrated his birthday
in style with his
biggest fans, two four-
year-old co-owners.
Best Live The Pan Pacific Whistler, The slope-facing Dublin
Music at a Bar Hotel Vancouver, Bar plays Irish and
Canada Celtic music, and is
always packed with
animated apres-skiers.
The Mangy Moose Jackson Hole, An eclectic mix of
Wyo. music, rap, rock and
jazz, The Mangy Moose
has long been acclaimed
as the "Best Apres-ski
bar in North America" by
skiers and magazines
alike.
Most Popular Four Seasons Jackson Hole, Full service spa known
Massage Resort Wyo. for their "Native Stone"
massages.
The Peaks Telluride, Also known for their
Colo. "Native Stone" massages.
Spiciest Taos Taos Ski Chile is the national
Chalet Chili Valley, N.M. spice of New Mexico,
which Taos takes to a
new level with their
electric Southwestern
and Mexican cuisine.
Location Most Steamboat Steamboat Steamboats Kids
Conducive to Springs, Adventure Club is a
Finding a Pen Colo. kids paradise, serving
Pal as kids capital for
skiing, tubing and, most
importantly, making
friends. The Kids Ski
Free Program in
Steamboat, valid for the
entire season, enables
kids 6- to 12-years-old
to ski free*.
Tastiest Brew House Pub Whistler, Carries six different
Microbrew Vancouver, home brews, including:
Canada -- Franks Nutbrown Ale
-- Red Truck Pale Ale
-- Northern Lights Lager
-- Lifty Lager
Snake River Jackson Hole, A local favorite - house
Brewery Wyo. specialty is the Snake
River Pale Ale.
Breckenridge Breckenridge, Stop in and taste some
Brewery & Pub Colo. of their handcrafted
small batch beers
including:
-- Scotts London Brown
-- Brecks Best Bitter
Sun Valley Brewing Sun Valley, House specialties
Company Idaho include:
-- White Cloud Ale
-- Holiday Ale
Friendliest Gros Ventre Nature Jackson Hole, Showcasing the Grand
Wildlife Area Wyo. Tetons as well as
breathtaking views of
Yellowstone Park.
Take a snow coach or a
private guided tour for
as little as $100 per
day. Photography is
encouraged throughout
the tours, and there are
plenty of opportunities
to photograph wildlife
in their winter habitat.
Resort Town Aspen Aspen, Colo. There are 24 childcare
with Most providers listed in the
Childcare Aspen phone book ranging
from child care services
to babysitting services.
* The Kids Ski Free Program in Steamboat is valid for the entire season
and enables kids 6-12 years old to ski free for the same number of days
as their parents when they purchase a five-day or more lift ticket.
Mountain travelers still can enjoy the traditional hot toddy (or hot
chocolate) apres-ski happy hour from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at mountain bases, but
they wont want to miss out on all the other great activities available. For
more information about Ski.com and the vacation packages it offers, visit
http://www.ski.com or call 1-800-525-2052 to speak with a Ski.com agent.
About Ski.com
Headquartered in Aspen, Colorado, Ski.com offers personalized service from
experienced travel specialists and one-stop-shopping for worldwide year-round
mountain and sport vacations. Founded in 1971 as Aspen Ski Tours, the company
operated under that name until purchasing the Ski.com domain name in 2000.
Aspen Ski Tours as well as recently acquired Lynx Vacations, GoWest Tours,
Adventures on Skis, Sportours, and Any Mountain Tours now operate under the
Ski.com brand.
Ski.com Edelman Public Relations
Mark Uhlfelder Lauren Cohen, 312-297-7432
800-525-2052 ext. 3300 Lauren.Cohen@Edelman.com
Mark@ski.com Jen Elving, 312-240-2813
Jennifer.Elving@Edelman.com
