Colorado ski country is the perfect place for a snowy vacation. The state of Colorado, in fact, has the perfect conditions to make great snow: high elevation and low humidity. Plus, Colorado ski country is home to twenty-six ski resorts. And seven out of the ten most popular ski resorts are located in Colorado, so why would you go anywhere else to ski on that beautiful powdery stuff?
Whether you’re a novice skier or an old pro, cautious or adventurous, prefer cross-country skiing to downhill, are a snowboarder, or just like to ride in the lifts, you’ll find a slope in Colorado ski country that is just right for you. And if you’d rather just sit back at the lodge and sip hot cocoa by the fireplace, by all means, that is a wonderful way to while away your days on your Colorado get-away.
While you’re in Colorado, be sure to stop by the Colorado Ski and Snowboard Museum/Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in Vail. Yes, of course, there is a museum dedicated to skiing in Colorado. Many famous skiers and their coaches come from Colorado, which is home to some of the best snow, and therefore, skiing opportunities in the entire world.
What will you see at the museum? Antique skiing equipment, for one thing. Who would think that leather boots and wooden skis would be a thing of lore someday? Well, today is that day. Nowadays, skiers use plastic boots that have internal warmers for their feet. The museum also houses more than 1,500 pieces of old equipment, photographs, and pieces of ski clothing that show the evolution of such gear through the years.
And while you’re in Vail, why not ski there? Vail is the most popular ski resort in Colorado ski country and in the entire United States, actually. Skiers love this beautiful village in the Rocky Mountains, and you’ll see your share of famous people there, too. So if you’re not a skier, be sure to spend plenty of time people watching. You just might get a glimpse of Paris Hilton or Brangelina. Maybe baby Suri is up on skis already. Well, that’s doubtful, but Tom and Katie might be hitting the slopes.
According to tripadvisor.com, the best hotel in Vail to stay at is the Sonnenalp Resort, which will set you back about $500 per night. This four-and-a-half-star hotel has 90 rooms and all the usual amenities.
If two stars is more in your price range, try the Tivoli Lodge, which was rated the best two-star hotel in Vail by tripadvisor.com visitors. This hotel’s rate is around $264 per night, about half that charged by the Sonnenalp Resort, but it received a high rating among previous guests.
Yes, Vail is rather expensive, even at the lower end of the spectrum. And if celebrities and their prices aren’t for you, maybe you would prefer a vacation in Steamboat Springs, which is known for less glitz and glamour and more cows and ranches, oh, and lovely hot springs.
Whatever you’re looking for, Colorado ski country has the perfect vacation get-away for you.