Recent snow blankets the fall colors in Vail. Photo courtesy Vail Resorts and Andrew Taylor.
Whether it’s a dinner party with friends or a Chamber mixer, sometime around October 1 every year, one of the most common lines of small talk in Vail (right behind the perennial “Aren’t we lucky to live here?”) is … “So, are you ready for winter?”
Mother Nature has blessed us with some fresh snow the past two weeks and is predicted to do the same again over the coming days. Arapahoe Basin is already open for the season. And, Vail Mountain officially opens for ski season on Friday, November 22.
Photo courtesy Vail Resorts, Dan Davis
While the snow was so good in Vail last April that Vail Mountain had to reopen the slopes the weekend after its big season-closing bash, but there’s no guaranteeing snow. Or is there? Antlers at Vail hotel’s new early season Good Snow Guarantee* promises a zero cancellation fee policy from November 15 – December 13, 2013, to ensure guests get the snow they want. And on top of just-right snow conditions, the Antlers is offering a new Value Vail Package for the same timeframe that puts four people in a spacious two-bedroom condominium suite for four nights, with two days of lift tickets – plus unlimited snowshoe use – for $449 per person.
“We’re really embracing the snowshoeing as an add-on to our usual ski adventures this year,” says Antlers General Manager Rob LeVine. “Whether you take a beginner Vail Golf Course trek or hoof it up the pass, having snowshoes at your disposal just offers a whole new level of spontaneity for enjoying Vail’s snow and scenery.”
And as for the skiing? With good snow guaranteed and a great early season lodging deal, “Great skiing’s a given,” says LeVine.
Creekside snowshoeing conveniently located to the Antlers
Snowshoeing is fun for all ages and athletic abilities, and the Antlers staff is happy to recommend trails to fit your mood and group. Antlers snowshoes are available on a first-come, first-served basis to registered guests.
The Antlers at Vail hotel offers a unique Vail lodging experience in a relaxed mountain setting and was recently awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for consistently outstanding traveler reviews. With condominiums ranging from studio suites up to four-bedroom penthouses, every unit at the Antlers enjoys a fully-equipped kitchen, fireplace, private balcony, daily maid service, free wi-fi and free parking. The Antlers has an A+ location on the banks of Gore Creek, just steps from restaurants, galleries, shops, free Vail town shuttle and the Lionshead Gondola. And Antlers’ staff is always ready to help with – and offer an insider expert take on – dinner reservations, activities or any other guest request. For more information, call 1-800-843-8245 or visit www.antlersvail.com.
*You may be wondering how we determine what good snow is. Well, it is completely up to you. So, book now to guarantee your early-bird rates with no risk!
