Vail

Spread over a massive 5,289 acres, Vail in the Colorado Rocky Mountains is the largest ski mountain in North America. Its reputation is world class and a winter vacation in Vail is the ultimate winter vacation for many.

Vail has been a ski resort since the early 1960’s and has developed into a classy European style resort welcoming visitors from around the globe.

It has terrain to suit all ability levels although 53% of it is for expert/advanced users. The wide open basins, superb powder, tree skiing and an enviable annual snowfall will keep the most ardent skier and boarder happy. It has great lift infrastructure with 31 lifts to get skiers around the mountain quickly.

If you’re keen to mix with celebrities, then you could be lucky in Vail.

After a day on the slopes join with others in the colourful town area and enjoy après ski drinks, superb dining, a quick eat or stay out awhile and enjoy the excellent nightlife.

If you want a change from skiing, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy which include white water rafting, trout fishing, hunting, tennis or taking a relaxing spa. Vail is known for its elegant shopping. Another option is to spend some time uncovering the fascinating past of this historical area.

Terrain: 18% beginner, 29% intermediate, 53% advanced/expert. Extreme skiing is also a possibility here. There are193 trails. The longest run is 4 miles or 6.41 kilometers.

1 Review

1. Stunning but Expensive Summer Location

   KatieAnne September 8, 2011 (Sweden)
   I visited Vail during the summer on the way to Denver. Although known as a winter playground, I was surprised to see that the resort town allows summer visitors to use the ski lifts to travel up the mountain and then return to the base. The Rocky Mountains create a spectacular backdrop to the ride. Prices at the base of the mountain were expensive but otherwise it was a great place to stop.