The Antlers at Vail “Good Snow Guarantee”

When you’re planning your winter ski trip what’s the best possible thing that could happen while you’re there?  A fresh 12 inches of powder of course!  Unfortunately, more often than not this is not the case, particularly in the earlier months of the winter season.  Most winter ski trips are planned during the holiday months because that’s when people have the vacation time available to enjoy some actual vacation.  During the early months of the year (November, December and sometimes even January) the snow can be very unpredictable.  There’s nothing more disappointing than making winter vacation plans for 6 months and arriving at your destination to have a slushy mess of man-made snow.  On the other end of the season, it’s so unpredictable that they end up opening the slopes for special weekends because the snow just keeps coming.  During the spring of 2013, mountains like Vail and Arapahoe Basin were open through may and even some weekends in June.  Needless to say we had some REALLY late snow that spring.  Weather in the mountains is the epitome of unpredictable.  It can change in the blink of an eye.

Hotels and lodges often charge hefty cancellation fees should the weather be poor.  So if you find out the snow is in bad conditions, even a month out, your faced with a fee to cancel your reservations.

So how do you plan a ski trip if you can’t guarantee good conditions or even snow?  Well, today is your lucky day!  The Antlers at Vail (condominiums and conference center) offers a “Good Snow Guarantee”  that’s almost too good to be true!

“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 time frame 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 $495 per person.”

So who determines what “good snow” is? You do!  It’s completely up to you to determine what “good snow” is.  If conditions aren’t what you’re looking for, or even if something else comes up, cancel your trip with no fees.

Aside from this amazing deal, the Antlers is an incredible condo location.  They offer free parking, membership to the Vail athletic club, full kitchens and NO resort fees!  Most resorts won’t offer a zero cancellation fee policy like this one and Vail is a top winter destination in Colorado.  Don’t miss this amazing opportunity because it will fill up fast!  Click the links below for more information!

Antlers at Vail Good Snow Guarantee

Antlers at Vail

Wedding SPOTlight: Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort

Planning a wedding is a TON of work.  Where will you have your wedding? Where do the guests stay? Where do you eat? There are so many options to sort through for your special day.  The first decision you must make is where your wedding will be held.  We would like to simplify that choice by directing you to the Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort in Vail, Colorado.

Let’s start with the obvious; Vail, Colorado is one of the most beautiful places on the planet.  The mountainous views coupled with the luxurious lifestyle make for an ideal wedding location.  Aside from that, this is a bit of a tourist town, meaning everything your guests need from shopping, restaurants, accommodation and activities are all within city limits.  Not to mention the world class skiing, hiking, mountain biking and climbing that you can find in the area.

The Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort is a notorious wedding location in Colorado for several different reasons.  They offer 3 different ceremony venues that offer expansive, scenic mountain views while maintaining the privacy of your event.  The venues vary in size ranging from a 17,000 square foot lawn to an 1,100 square foot indoor venue.  The indoor venue seats up to 100 while the outdoor venue does not list a seating limit—it will more than likely be big enough for your wedding.  Both of these venues include incredible views and 20 acres of scenic private grounds for your guests to enjoy.  Both of these venues are options for your ceremony and your reception.  Have one indoor and one outdoor, depending on the time of year and the weather you can enjoy the best of both worlds!

Of course the resort offers a tremendous value on condos and townhomes year round for your guest’s accommodations.  Each condo and townhome is privately owned and individually decorated making for a true mountain feel.  “All are complete with amenities such as fully equipped kitchens, decks or patios with electric barbecue grill, and cozy fireplaces or wood stoves with complimentary firewood.  Guests enjoy full access to our private club, pool & fitness center as well as Wi-fi in public areas in club house and wireless in condos.”

As I stated at first, planning your wedding is a lot of work.  The Racquet Club Mountain Resort features a special website dedicated to helping you plan your special day, the wedding planner!  The wedding planner features everything from venue selections, dining options, on-site lodging and the option for condos and townhomes for all of your guests!  This resort touts a modest list of accomplishments including; Gold Property Award, Platinum Service Award, Expedia Insiders Select Award and a 4.5 star guest rating!  You’re encouraged to come and visit and take a tour of the grounds and resort.

Besides the obvious, (Colorado is the most beautiful state there is, duh!) this resort offers extensive venue, dining and lodging options for your guests.  With luxurious accommodations for your event it’s no wonder this place receives so many good reviews.  When considering where you want your special day to be held, remember this; plan your wedding in Vail and everyone will want to show up.  Sure the wedding will be spectacular, but after that your guests can enjoy the wonders of Vail.  From hiking to shopping to fine dining this town is a tourist’s dream come true to experience all that Colorado has to offer!

http://www.vailracquetclub.com/

Wedding Planner: http://www.eastvailweddings.com/

Lodging Options: http://www.vailracquetclub.com/lodging/

Planning a Meeting? Pick a Venue that will Wow Your Guests!

A common task among hotels is playing host to various business meetings and conferences.  Given the higher levels of formality in the business world, hotels are expected to provide a top-notch experience for your event and all of its attendees—after all, the functionality of your event reflects on your organization, not the hotel which is hosting it.

With that understanding, it comes as no surprise that many hotels offer spectacular meeting and conference rooms.  Since we’re so fortunate to be living in Colorado, we get to experience these high quality venues in a unique way: most hotels are located among or near the mountains, which provides some of the most amazing scenery Colorado has to offer.  Most of the time this scenery can be as simple as a mountain view, but given the nature of Colorful Colorado, most of them provide upper scale landscaping and beautiful surroundings to truly bring the essence of Colorado to life.  Aside from the obvious opportunity of getting to see this scenery for yourself, it often proves beneficial for an organization when your attendees show up and the view that accompanies there long day of meetings and networking takes their breath away.  One thing is for sure; it’s much easier to sit through a long day of meetings when you’re treated to high-end venues, incredible locations and amenities to satisfy all of your (and your guests) needs.

So when planning your next meeting in Colorado, where will it be? We’re going to detail a few venues we’ve experienced first-hand that couldn’t have provided a better experience.

As I write this blog, I’m sitting in an all-day conference at the Manor Vail Lodge in Vail.  The meeting room they’ve provided has surpassed any expectations.  “Offering 12,000 square feet of total Colorado meeting space, Manor Vail Lodge is pleased to customize your next Vail meeting, conference, or event to your specific needs.”  They provided everything necessary including A/V needs, seating/dining needs and a coffee bar to keep your guests alive!  Aside from this place being excellent hosts, upon stepping out the front door you’re greeted with this spectacular view.  A meeting here will make your guests excited to show up!  Click here for mor info on the Manor Vail Lodge meeting rooms!

This summer, the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA) will be hosting our annual summer meeting at the Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Crested Butte.  “The Lodge at Mountaineer Square, (just the name of the conference center) accommodates groups from 20 to 500 with the latest technology for all your meeting and conference needs.”  As the CHLA, if there’s one thing we know, it’s Colorado hotels.  There’s a reason we picked this location to host our summer meeting.  Crested Butte in itself is incredible.   You can truly experience the wonders of this Colorado ski town reaching deep into the Rocky Mountains.  The town is a quaint, Victorian, national historic district with everything you need to enjoy a little escape while getting some work done!  Click here for more info on the Crested Butte Mountain Resort meeting rooms!

In the fall, the CHLA will be hosting its annual conference and tradeshow at The Broadmoor hotel in Colorado Springs.  The hotel in itself is enough reason to plan your meeting here.  The Broadmoor is simply legendary in this state and they have the recognition to prove it!  “The Broadmoor is the longest-running consecutive winner of both the AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star awards.”  Offering 185,000 square feet of meeting space in 62 separate venues, indoor and outdoor, this hotel is guaranteed to have everything you need for your meeting.  Aside from the incredible amenities, the historic town of Colorado Springs has endless activities for your guests to explore.  Everything Colorado has to offer can be experienced in Colorado Springs from fine dining and bars to outdoors activities of all kinds. Click here for more info on The Broadmoor meeting room!

http://www.thebroadmoor.com/

http://www.manorvail.com/

http://www.skicb.com/cbmr/index.aspx

SPOTlight: The Osprey at Beaver Creek

Looking for your next luxurious mountain getaway?  Look no further.  The Osprey at Beaver Creek is the ultimate in Beaver Creek lodging.  “The Osprey creates unforgettable vacation experiences by coupling luxurious, stylish accommodations and a superior level of comfort with exemplary service from a friendly, welcoming staff.” The Osprey was recently awarded the #1 Top Resort in the Continental United States by the 2012 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards readers survey.”

In the winter months, it’s obvious why people travel to Beaver Creek.  This world class ski resort is a winter wonderland that’s perfect for riders of all skill levels.  People come from all over the world to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and snow shoeing.   In the summer months, “this area is a mecca for hiking, mountain and road biking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, fly fishing, and golf.”  The surrounding area is stocked with mountain biking and hiking trails for all skill levels.  With a list of activities this long, there’s no doubt Beaver Creek has something for everyone!

Of course people come to Beaver Creek for the outdoors activities, but just because you’re no the outdoors type doesn’t mean we don’t have something for you too!  The Osprey is the premier luxury hotel in Beaver Creek.  For those who just want to relax, this luxury hotel offers a heated deck and hot tub, fitness center, a steam room and sauna and often functions as an incredible wedding destination.  When traveling to Beaver Creek for the relaxing atmosphere, you’ll also want to explore the endless dining and shopping opportunities that are offered.  This area (the Vail Valley) is home to some of the most exclusive restaurants and shopping in the country.

Some of the unique features of The Osprey at Beaver Creek include ski-in/out access to Beaver Creek Resort, exclusive access to Beaver Creek Golf Club and Red Sky Golf Club, and The Osprey lounge which features an exceptional hand-picked wine list.  “Experience the supremely stylish side of Beaver Creek ski resorts with The Osprey. Elegant amenities, exceptional service, and ski in/ski out convenience will have you coming back to The Osprey again and again for years to come.”

http://ospreyatbeavercreek.rockresorts.com/