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Peak 1 Express: Airport Transportation that Fits Your Schedule

With roots in Colorado’s mountains and over 10 years of transportation experience, Peak 1 Express understands mountain travel like no other. When it comes to calling the Vail Valley home, we recognize the difficulties of arranging airport transportation for yourself, or for out of town family and friends. We also understand that winter and holiday...

Book Early for Winter Lodging Savings

The change of seasons is in full swing with snow blanketing the peaks! Secure savings on lodging for the winter season by booking your trip early. CHRISTIANIA Save 10% off stays 2 nights or longer in any queen room at Christiania at Vail, or save 10% off stays 2 nights or longer in a 2-...

Locals’ Favorite Non-Ski Activities

Need an off-day during your ski week? Or perhaps you don’t ski at all. There’s more to enjoy in the winter than skiing and snowboarding. Here are the locals’ favorite non-ski activities. “Outdoor ice skating in Vail Village, Lionshead Village, or Beaver Creek is a great alternative to going up on the mountain. Snowshoeing on...

Summer Savings are in Bloom

The Vail Valley is blooming in summer! Colorful wildflowers, exciting events and endless activities make summer a glorious time to visit the Vail Valley. Here are the lodging deals available if you book lodging on Visit Vail Valley between May 1 – June 30, 2023, for travel between June 1 – September 15, 2023. Blackout...

Mountain Wonderland for Events

With top-notch venues and enthusiastic organizers, Vail Valley’s annual event calendar is brimming with music, cinema, art, food, beverage, Americana and seasonal celebrations.  WORLD-CLASS VENUES Conveniently situated at the ski area base in Beaver Creek, Vilar Performing Arts Center is an intimate 530-seat theater that delivers an impressive array of jazz, comedy, dance, film, Broadway...

Moe’s Original BBQ Hot Summer Nights return to Vail this summer with 8 free concerts at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater

Vail, Colo., April 18, 2023 — What’s better than an outdoor summer concert in Vail, Colorado? A free summer concert – or better yet, eight of them! The Moe’s Original BBQ Hot Summer Nights annual free concert series returns this summer to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail. Featuring eight without-charge concerts June 20 –...

Postcard from Vail: My winter getaway in pics

Laura Motta, senior director of content at Lonely Planet, shares a snapshot of a dreamy – and ski-free! – winter trip to Vail, Colorado. Here’s what to see, do and eat in this mountain paradise. See the article on Lonely Planet here. I don’t ski. I don’t particularly like winter or cold weather. I have...

Experience the American West in the Vail Valley

When exploring the Vail Valley, you will find that the legacy and history of both the American West along with the Valley itself surrounds you. While visiting our small towns, you may see original architecture that nods to the Bavarian ski villages Vail was modeled after. Or when you stop by a local restaurant, you’ll...

The Best Things to Do in Vail

From Sarah Kuta, Lonely Planet Writer.  See the article on Lonely Planet here. While Vail is justly beloved for its skiing and snowboarding terrain, there’s much more to this Colorado mountain town than just snow sports. Whether you crave a big, bold adventure in the Rockies or prefer an afternoon of posh pampering, the Vail Valley offers vacationers a...

Second Favorite Ski Runs (Because Who Would Share Their First)

Ask any local what their favorite ski run is and you’ll get some variation of “my favorite run is… and there’s no way I’m sharing it on a blog post!” Because it is unlikely that any true ski town local will ever honestly share their favorite – we’re going to explore our staff’s second favorite...