2011-2012 WINTER NEWS
At Beaver Creek, rated the No.1 resort in North America by
Condé Nast Traveler, you leave the world behind. Enter
the resort through our welcome gate and find a secluded
village in an intimate mountain setting that offers
arguably the best guest service in the world with the
promise of "Not Exactly Roughing It."
Explore three unique mountain experiences with European
style village-to-village skiing while reforming your form
with "the Ivy League of Ski Schools", the Beaver
Creek Ski & Snowboard School. See why the resort is a
favorite for families with complimentary activities and
programs, and don't miss the legendary Cookie Time -
one of the many little surprises you'll find waiting
for you at Beaver Creek.
The Story
Condé Nast Traveler Readers Rate Beaver Creek No. 1
Resort
Condé Nast Traveler has recognized Beaver Creek Resort as
the No. 1 ski resort in North America in its 16th annual
Reader Survey, which was released in December. Rated on the
best experiences a ski resort can offer, readers
acknowledge the mountain's terrain, chairlifts, après
activities and luxurious hotels. This great honor offers a
nod to the resorts' relentless commitment to providing
award-winning guest service and an experience of a lifetime
for guests.
Beaver Creek Food & Wine Culinary Weekend
Beaver Creek
Resort and
FOOD &
WINE have teamed up for a three-day winter culinary
celebration on the slopes: the Beaver Creek FOOD & WINE
Weekend, Jan. 26-28, 2012. Chef's John Besh, Tim
Love, Marc Murphy, Stephanie Izard, Lachlan Mackinnon
Patterson and Richard Sandoval will join local host chefs
to produce a palate-pleasing culinary extravaganza
featuring casual, yet interactive and fun events from
après-ski to First Tracks on the slopes to exclusive
dinners with menus meticulously prepared by celebrity
chefs. Individual event tickets to exclusive VIP Packages
are available.
EpicMix. Now with Photo
Vail Resorts' award winning and popular ski and
snowboard application EpicMix, has new added functionality
that revolutionizes the vacation photo experience.
EpicMixlaunched during the 2010-2011 season, providing
skiers and riders with hands- and hassle-free tracking of
vertical feet skied, number of days skied and digital pin
accomplishments thanks to a RF-enabled chip embedded in
smart card passes. This season, Vail Resorts has
implemented something that no other resort or ski mountain
is doing - taking and giving free on-mountain photos for
guests to easily share on Facebook, Twitter and other
social sites. Guests are now able to
have photos taken and combine them with their vertical
feet, digital pins and memories of special moments of their
visit through the new EpicMix platform. Additionally,
EpicMix has expanded its program to nearly all guests this
year through an upgrade to "smart" RF-enabled
lift tickets by replacing single day paper tickets, with
"hard card" media that are RF-enabled. For more
information and to watch a video of EpicMix, visit
http://www.epicmixphoto.com.
New High Speed Quad Chairlift for Beaver Creek
The much-anticipated Rose Bowl high speed Doppelmayr quad
chairlift opened in December and has forever changed the
ski experience at
Beaver
Creek. Transporting 2,400 people per hour, the new
side-load chair's ride time is now just over five
minutes. For skiers and snowboarders, this means more slope
time as guests can better spread out across the entire
mountain, reducing the
density impacts on the Cinch
Express (Chair 8) and Centennial Express Lifts (Chair
6). Increased grooming operations in Rose Bowl, including
some of the bowl's black diamond runs, are providing
skiers and riders with a wider variety of terrain options
accessed from the new lift and further capitalizing on the
gentle, as well as extreme terrain in the area.
Investments such as this demonstrate Beaver Creek's
ongoing commitment to continually deliver upon top-notch
guest experiences on and off the slopes.
*Rose Bowl Lift video
NewMax 3 Coaching Clinics
New for 2011-2012, Beaver Creek's Adult
Ski and Snowboard School is offering alpine skiing
lessons and on-mountain adventures with custom coaching
sessions geared towards skiers who are looking to take
their skills up a notch. Whether wanting to learn how
to carve through fresh powder, effortlessly pound over
bumps or twist through the trees, qualified pro instructors
will help skiers and boarders confidently navigate all of
the mountain's terrain. These customized coaching
lessons are offered for strong intermediate to advanced
alpine skiers with a maximum of
three people per
group in order to provide a more personalized learning
experience. Max 3 is available afternoons only Nov.
23, 2011-April 8, 2012 from 12:45-3:45 p.m. each day and
the cost is $180 per person.
New Ripperoo's Rockin' Registration
Beaver Creek Kids' Ski School offers a new,
guest-focused, registration program designed to let parents
register and prep kids for their lessons the night of
arrival, eliminating the first morning frenzy felt by many.
During peak times, the Kids' Ski School staff will host
Ripperoo's Rockin' Registration until 7 p.m. in the
children's Ski School lobby to accommodate families
arriving from out of town. We recommend registering online
for ski school in advance of arrival, and let the dedicated
Kids' Ski School staff and Ripperoo the Ski School
mascot entertain your children with face painting, snacks,
music, balloons, high fives and hugs while mom and dad
simply complete paperwork, ask questions and get the gear
set up in advance, ensuring the first day on snow is
all about learning and fun. Ripperoo's Rockin'
Registration is offered on specific dates; including: Feb.
18-19, 2012; March 10-11, 17-18, and 31, 2012; and April 1,
2012. Visit
www.beavercreek.com.
New Talons Kids Rounds Out Talons Weekend
Beaver Creek's signature Talon's Challenge event
returns March 3, 2012, tackling nearly 24,000 vertical feet
and showcasing the mountain's toughest 13 black and
double-black diamond runs in one day. Participants return
year after year and come from all over to earn a spot on
the electronic wall of fame at Red Tail Camp. And now,
Talons is a draw for young rippers, too. The new Talons
Kids event will be held March 4, 2012. For details,
visit
http://www.beavercreek.com/events-and-activities/talons-challenge.aspx*Talon's video
New Nordic Adventures
Known for its scenic 32km dedicated Nordic and Snowshoe
track located at the top of Strawberry Park,
Beaver Creek's Nordic Center has three new products
for the 2011-2012 season: Fit Tours, Nature Tours and the
Nordic Adventure Pass. The new Snowshoe Fit Tours will
focus on fitness at 10,000 feet. Families with kids ages 6
and older can enjoy new Guided Family Nature Tours in McCoy
Park, exposing younger generations to the beauty of
surrounding mountain peaks and also teaching them a fun,
new outdoor sport. Finally, the new 2011-2012 Nordic
Adventure Pass is a three-day discounted pass that allows
enthusiasts to mix and match cross country skiing,
telemarking, nature snowshoe tours and the new Snowshoe Fit
Tours. All snowshoe participants may rent the latest in
technology from Atlas Snowshoes at the Nordic Center. For
more details, visit
http://www.beavercreek.com/ski-and-snowboard-school/nordic-center.aspx#overview#Top
* Nordic Center &
McCoy Park video
New Black Diamond Bistro Restaurant at The Charter
The Charter at Beaver Creek is home to the new Black
Diamond Bistro which debuted in November. The restaurant
serves contemporary American fare in a friendly, relaxed
setting, seating 70 people in the dining room and 55 in the
bar/lounge area. Chef Andy Buechel's menu features
steaks and seafood, and includes a variety of classic
favorites and nightly specials. Guests here can après at
the bar, grab a burger or catch the big game, all while
enjoying the great views of Beaver Creek Mountain.
About Richard Sandoval Restaurants
Richard Sandoval Restaurants is a leading
international restaurant group with outlets in Denver, Las
Vegas, New York City, Santa Monica, Washington DC, Mexico,
Dubai and Qatar. Owned by acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval,
the group includes Tamayo in Denver; Zengo in Denver,
Washington DC, New York City and Santa Monica; La Sandia in
Denver, Washington DC metro area and Santa Monica; Maya in
New York City and Dubai; Pampano in New York City and
Qatar; El Centro D.F. and Masa 14 in Washington DC; and
Venga Venga in Snowmass Village. Chef Sandoval has
developed custom menus for American Airlines First Class
dining, as well as Raya at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel;
Ketsi and Bahia at the Four Seasons, Punta Mita; La
Hacienda at the Fairmont Princess, Scottsdale; Brasserie La
Moderna at Hotel Brick, Mexico City; T&T at the Luxor, Las
Vegas; DohYO and TERRACE at Yotel, New York; Toro Toro at
Grosvenor House, Dubai; and Cima at The Westin Riverfront
Resort & Spa, Avon at Beaver Creek Mountain. For more
information visit
www.richardsandoval.com.
The Metropolitan
Over 80 wines come from across the United States and around
the world including Australia, New Zealand, Germany,
France, Italy and Spain. These wines are handpicked
by owner John Shipp with Managers Darryl Slate and Jeff
Anderson, who between them have over 70 years of
restaurant, fine dining and wine experience.
Be sure to experience our Enomatic Wine Dispenser, one of
three in Colorado and only one of two of the Elite Enomatic
line in the state. Enjoy our "Sweet
Sixteen" wines that are perfectly stored using
controlled temperatures and Argon gas surrounding them, in
a 1.5 oz taste, a 3 oz 1/2 glass or a 6 oz full
glass. Wines are subject to change throughout the
year.
Our extensive Tapas menu is created by Executive Chef Mike
Bickelhaupt with the traditional Spanish tapas in
mind. Enjoy our Albondigas, scallops, lobster stuffed
mushrooms, and so many more delectable treats including
soups, charcuterie, and of course, chocolate.
Enjoy coffee from Colorado's own Dazbog Coffee Company
- roasted slowly in small batches in their authentic
Italian brick ovens for the most even roast and the most
delicious beans you can find. We serve a dark, light
and decaf coffee daily and in our delicious espresso drinks
made with the finest Italian machines from La Marcozza -
only the best for our customers! Our breakfast
service includes sandwiches using Wolferman's English
Muffins and real Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese, breakfast wraps,
yogurt parfaits and stone cut oatmeal. We have an
offering of fresh fruit, juices and waters available for
the light breakfast eater as well.
$1 Million Wellness Center Expansion at the Westin
Riverfront Resort & Spa
The award-winning Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa at Beaver
Creek Mountain recently completed a $1 million renovation
and expansion of its fitness center, now named the Athletic
Club at The Westin. The state-of-the-art club features more
than 27,000 square feet of wellness offerings, including
the Spa Anjali, a full-service salon, a spa boutique and a
25-yard saline-based outdoor lap pool. The expansion will
include 4,000 square feet of new exercise studio space and
additional enhancements to the facility will include a new
pilates studio and cycling studio, a larger yoga studio
allowing for more class times and class styles, and a
redesign of the movement studio to provide a wider variety
of unique strength and conditioning programs.
The Deals: Book/ Buy Early and Save
Ski
Free Stay Free at Beaver Creek. When you buy two nights
of lodging and two days of skiing, get the third night and
day for free. Rates vary according to dates and timeframe.
Offer is based on availability and is valid all season.
Taxes, surcharge and gratuity not included. Book online at
www.beavercreek.com
or call 877.204.7883
.
The Slopes
New Kids' Adventure Attractions
Parents of young skiers and riders know that despite the
lure of all of the incredible terrain offered at Beaver
Creek, the little ones or those young-at-heart still make a
beeline for the
Adventure Zones. From Jack Rabbit Alley to
Ripperoo's Retreat, no child's ski day is complete
without making "pizza" turns through
teepee's, across bridges, waving at the hand carved
animal statues or high-fiving one another at Ripperoo's
(the Kids' Ski School mascot) Retreat. New for
2011-2012, Beaver Creek Children's Ski School has
constructed a beginner teepee trail located in the
Buckaroo Bowl area on the lower mountain in order to
introduce lower-level children and families to Kid's
Adventure Zones.. The four new ski-through teepees are
located adjacent to the always popular Buffalo Bumps.
Another addition to the lower mountain is the all new
Ske-Cology trail, where kids can follow signs down the
mountain to learn about the porcupine. Already a hit
on the upper mountain, Ripperoo's Retreat is be back
this season with some additional tree clearing that
provides kids and families with secret stashes.
3 Mountains of Adventure
A
mountain
laid upside down, Beaver Creek is in fact three
distinct mountains comprised of Beaver Creek, Bachelor
Gulch and Arrowhead, offering a European style
village-to-village experience. At 1,815 acres, adventure
awaits every turn. Known for its commitment to high quality
grooming, Beaver Creek caters to intermediates with freshly
groomed corduroy spread across its three mountains each
day. And for those who may not have gotten past carving
buttery turns in perfect snow, what lies beyond is a
mountain full of challenge and adventure. Stone Creek
Chutes and Black Bear Glade thrill powder tree skiers. Bump
mavens and experts only head to Grouse Mountain, where
perfectly formed steep bumps can hold fresh powder for
days. Signature trail Golden Eagle transforms from the
World Cup downhill, to an expert's leg-burning
challenge. Insider's Tip: It's groomed every Friday
night. Bachelor Gulch to the west has long green and blue
runs named after area settlers. The top of the main
mountain features amazing beginner terrain with expansive
views of surrounding peaks and is also home to Jack Rabbit
Alley, a kids' Adventure Zone that winds its way down
the top part of the mountain through trees and in and out
of manmade obstacles such as teepee's, bridges and
more. Arrowhead, the western most portion of the area, has
some pitches and gullies that are great for families. Its
long trails end at Broken Arrow, home to one of the
resort's sunniest outdoor decks, where servers treat
your thirst with pitchers of water and more. No matter
which trail you and your family choose, Beaver Creek offers
something for every whim.
Birds of Prey World Cup
Beaver Creek's incredible early season snow conditions
earned the resort three additional
Birds of Prey World Cup
World Cup races due to a lack of snowfall in Europe in
early December. In addition to the regularly scheduled
races Dec. 2-4, FIS officials also added a men's giant
slalom, slalom and for the first-time ever, the women raced
Super G on the Birds of Prey. Reigning World
Championship gold medalist and overall giant slalom
champion from 2010, Ted Ligety showed he's still the
man to beat in this discipline with two podiums at Beaver
Creek in 2011. Hometown hero Lindsey Vonn attacked the
course for her first victory on U.S. soil in the
women's first-ever Super G race on Birds of Prey. Every
race counts leading up to the 2015 World Alpine
Championships being held at Beaver Creek/ Vail, and the
U.S. men's alpine
team is hunting for gold.
2015 FIS World Alpine Ski Championships
Just a few short years away, the
2015
FIS World Alpine Championships will blanket the slopes
of Beaver Creek Feb. 3-15, 2015 as the fastest men and
women in the world vie for top honors in all alpine
disciplines. Planning is well underway for the event and
permitting and approvals with the U.S. Forest Service are
ongoing. Venue plans call for a new women's downhill, a
new finish stadium and a new Red Tail Camp Restaurant, all
pending U.S. Forest Service approval. Already established
as one of the toughest stops on the men's World Cup
Tour, 2015 promises to be filled with great athleticism and
camaraderie among athletes from 70 nations. The event
expects to draw an estimated 1 billion television viewers
from around the world. This will be the third FIS World
Championships for Beaver Creek and Vail, which previously
hosted the 1989 and 1999 Championships.
The Village
Lovely Little Surprises
Ski vacations are special and create long-lasting memories.
Beaver Creek takes it a step further with lovely little
signature treats and surprises throughout the day that are
not to be missed. Start your day with cocoa and corduroy,
where complimentary cocoa and grooming reports are served
by resort Ambassadors, continue on to our complimentary
Mountain Welcome Tour with friendly guides who share
history and insiders' knowledge, and don't
forget Cookie Time, the signature program where Cookie Time
Chefs serve nearly 400,000 warm chocolate chip cookies
annually at 3 p.m. daily.
And if you feel like sending a memento, choose from three
signature scenic postcards that are distributed in the
Village daily and mailed free of charge anywhere in the
world. Legend Helmut Fricker has been entertaining guests
in Beaver Creek Village since the resort opened in 1980.
Experience his amazing "Edelweiss" played on his
alpenhorn or join him in a tune on his accordion.
Discovering these little surprises along your journey is
what makes your day at Beaver Creek unlike any other resort
experience.
Intimate Village
Beaver Creek's "beachfront" boasts an array
of amenities that meet the slopes. At the base of the
mountain's main Centennial Express Chairlift, skiers
and riders are met with dining options such as Foxnut
Slopeside Sushi or the Beaver Creek Chophouse to the west
and restaurant 8100 at the Park Hyatt hotel to the east. In
between, convenience is key. With kids' ski school
registration and meeting areas just steps from the snow,
comfortable couches to lounge on and the Park Hyatt's
s'mores and fire pit for afternoon snacking, signing up
for lessons is a luxury. The Village views are amazing and
the area bustles with activity. Escalators handle the heavy
lifting at Beaver Creek and carry guests to and from a
variety of Village levels off the "beachfront"
including: adult ski school, rentals, lift tickets,
restaurants, shops, galleries and a year-round outdoor ice
rink. At the end of the day, be sure to sip an après-ski
beverage from one of the many great outdoor decks with heat
lamps. No matter where the ski day ends, the cozy
pedestrian Village is easy to navigate, and kids are free
to roam about and explore the magical children's
fountain, ice skating rink, statues and more, while parents
can relax knowing they are safe.
Kids and Family
U4
Kids' Ultimate 4, the popular Ski School program is
in its third season. Featuring a semi-private lesson for up
to four kids, advance online reservations are strongly
recommended to guarantee your child a spot. More focused
instruction is the key, along with a focus on skill
improvement by Beaver Creek's top kids' pros.
2011-2012 pricing is $295 for lesson and lunch, and $315
for lesson, lift and lunch.
Opening Day and Cookie Competition
Celebrate opening day at Beaver Creek Nov. 23, 2011 and
round out the day before Thanksgiving by munching on warm
chocolate chip cookies. The eighth annual
Beaver Creek Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition takes
place opening day of the 2011-2012 winter season, where the
top five recipes compete for bragging rights as the
official cookie of Beaver Creek. Five finalists chosen from
a number of fall entries bake and serve 1,000 cookies each
on Nov. 23. Hungry skiers and riders vote for the top
cookie recipe, which is then designated as the official
Cookie Time recipe for the season. For details on the
Cookie contest which takes place in October, visit
www.beavercreek.com.
Beaver Creek Loves Kids and 1st Annual Prezfest
Beaver
Creek Resort presents the 1st annual PrezFest
celebration this President's Day week as part of the
popular family program,
Beaver Creek Loves Kids. PrezFest will take place from
Feb. 18, 2012 - Feb. 25, 2012 and will be a celebration of
nation's presidents and as well as a Mardi Gras
celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 21. The weeklong event will
feature historical elements and decoration, and interactive
family events and activities that are designed to animate
Beaver Creek Village and bring the President's Day and
Mardi Gras fun to visiting families.
In addition to Prezfest, Beaver Creek Loves Kids takes
place during other holidays throughout the season
including: Winter Holiday Weeks Dec. 19-31, 2011, Spring
Break March 10-31, 2012 and Easter week April 1-7, 2012.
For a full schedule of events and activities visit
www.beavercreek.com.
Family programming new additions for 2011-2012
Families know that Beaver Creek can't be beat when it
comes to experiencing a wide range of activities once the
ski day is done. Hosting a different activity each night,
the resort showcases fun for all ages with disco skate
night, rail jams, storytelling, family snowshoe tours with
cocoa and cookies, and the family-favorite Thursday Night
Lights fireworks. New this winter, kids can enjoy Ripperoo
Sightings at Ripperoo's Retreat on the slopes, a Friday
Family Afternoon Club (FAC) and Saturday's Family Fun
Fest. The best part is most activities are
complimentary. Most programming begins mid-December and
runs through late-March.
Afternoon Adventures
Haymaker Tubing Hill provides four lanes of sliding fun
for tubers 36 inches and taller each afternoon from 1 p.m.
to dusk. Post-ski lessons or a day on the slopes, kids and
parents alike can enjoy the lift-served tubing hill. And if
mom and dad choose not to partake, they can sit on the deck
at The Ranch, sipping adult beverages and watch the kids
slide down the hill.. It's just one more reason
families love Beaver Creek.
* Family Fun video
Vilar Performing Arts Center (VPAC) in the Heart of the
Village
The
Vilar Performing
Arts Center is an intimate, state-of-the-art facility
located in the heart of the Beaver Creek Village, directly
beneath the outdoor ice skating rink. VPAC hosts a variety
of acclaimed artistic performances throughout the season.
Its inviting performance space was designed to exact
specifications to create perfect acoustics and unobstructed
views from each of its 530 seats. Littman's
Kunstler theatre in Munich provided inspiration for the
wood-paneled columns, walls and ceilings that are combined
with the curved horseshoe seating layout also found in many
traditional European halls. The natural wood and stone in
the lobby are highlighted by carpets and fabrics woven with
autumnal colors. The walls are painted in the muted
tones of the sky at dusk which completes the theater's
harmonious complement to the Rocky Mountain environment
that surrounds it.
To Note
Rentskis.com Gold Club
The
Rentskis.com
Gold Club offers premier guest service and ski and
snowboard rentals in a personal setting.
Complimentary overnight ski and boot storage is available
with rentals along with boot-drying and daytime shoe
storage. Visit their location near Starbucks and
Beaver Creek Ski School.
M.Beavercreek.com/ @beavercreekmtn
Non-stop Flights Means More Ski Time
The
Eagle Airport, located just 30 minutes west of Beaver
Creek, offers convenient non-stop flights from 11 major
markets including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver,
Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York (JFK and
LGA) and Newark. Flights begin Dec. 15, 2011 and run
through April 1, 2012. Expedite your trip to Beaver Creek
and book your non-stop flight at
www.flyvail.com or call
800-404-3535.
Fly In Ski Free
Guests flying into the Eagle Airport on flights from
Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Miami and
Newark may enjoy a free day of skiing at Beaver Creek or
Vail on the afternoon of their arrival through the
Fly In Ski Free program. Passengers may ski for free
the same day of arrival by showing a valid boarding pass
and Vail Valley lodging confirmation. This offer is valid
Nov. 18, 2011- April 15, 2012 and additional restrictions
may apply. For details about direct flights to Beaver Creek
regional airport visit www.beavercreek.com/air or call
800-404-3535.
Leave the Driving to Us
Colorado
Mountain Express, Vail Resorts-owned and operated
transportation company, offers standard and premier
door-to-door airport transportation service from Denver
International Airport, downtown Denver and Eagle Airport.
Upon arrival in Beaver Creek, our complimentary shuttle
service whisks guests around the resort and features
on-demand service that operates approximately every 10
minutes.
Refueling Ideas on the Slopes
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Chuckwagon- Grab and go items at The Ranch include: pizza
slices, warm and cold beverages and more.
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Beaver Crepes-Sweet and savory options are a must-have
before and after hitting the slopes, located near the ice
rink.
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Mamie's Mountain Grill- Reserve steaks and DIY
(do-it-yourself) concept makes for fun, social dining
amidst panoramic views of McCoy Park and surrounding
peaks.
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Lunch for Less: $10.95 value meal includes an entree,
side dish and a beverage.
Did You Know?
About Vail Resorts
Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the
leading mountain resort operator in the United States.
The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain
resort properties of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and
Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, and the Heavenly
Ski Resort and Northstar California in the Lake Tahoe
area of California and Nevada, and the Grand Teton Lodge
Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Company's
subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort property and
hotel company, manages casually elegant properties. Vail
Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning,
development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts,
Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on
the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts
company website is
