Epic Pass, European Rules: Why a Ski Guide in Andermatt, Switzerland, Can Make All the Difference High in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Andermatt has quietly transformed from a sleepy military town into Europe’s fastest growing ski resorts. Andermatt’s rise hasn’t happened by accident. The resort underwent a massive redevelopment over the past decade, culminating in its acquisition by Vail Resorts in 2022. It’s now part of the Epic Pass network, putting it firmly on […] Brains Julia Schneemann | April 6, 2026 0 Comments
How The Epic Pass Changed Skiing: A Data Driven History of Vail Resorts Rob Katz, CEO of Vail Resorts, recently gave an interview to the Wall Street Journal where he discussed Vail’s strategic shift from day tickets to season pass revenues, and the subsequent rise in ticket prices and crowding across Vail’s wide collection of ski resorts. The story of the megapass revolution has been told several times over, but details remain murky […] Brains Zach Armstrong | March 13, 2026 2 Comments
Epic Pass Lowers Prices for Gen Z to Make Hitting the Slopes Easier for Young Skiers and Snowboarders In a major step to shape the future of skiing and snowboarding, Vail Resorts is doubling down on accessibility with new pricing for Gen Z and young travelers. Skiers and riders, ages 13 to 30, can now purchase the 2026-27 Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass for 20% less than standard pricing. Teens and young adults can score up to $220 in […] Industry News Brent Glogau | March 4, 2026 0 Comments
Pennsylvania’s Epic Pass Playground: How All 8 Resorts Stack Up Pennsylvania isn’t just the Keystone State–it’s the epicenter of Epic Pass ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic. With eight Vail-owned resorts under the Epic umbrella–Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, Laurel Mountain, Liberty Mountain, Roundtop Mountain, Whitetail Resort, and Jack Frost Big Boulder–PA packs more Epic options into one state than any other in the region. Sure, the Midwest edges it out with […] Brains Gregg Frantz | February 20, 2026 0 Comments
Woman Pleads Guilty in Multimillion-Dollar Ikon and Epic Pass Scam Using Stolen Credit Cards A South Carolina woman has admitted to taking part in a years-long operation that used stolen credit card information to buy ski passes later resold at steep “discounts,” according to reporting by The Salt Lake Tribune. Jamilla Greene, 34, pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, acknowledging her role in a scheme that investigators say […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | December 10, 2025 0 Comments
2 Epic Pass Midwest Resorts Open This Week as Arctic Blast Hits Much of the Region Afton Alps in Minnesota opened on Thursday, and Wilmot in Wisconsin will open today for the 2025-26 season. These two Vail-owned resorts opened with bitterly cold temperatures, with highs only in the upper 20s on Friday, and the lows below zero by Sunday. Related: Fresh Snow Boosts Opening Day as Big White Ski Resort, BC, Launches Winter Season Afton Alps […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | December 5, 2025 0 Comments
3 Epic Pass New Hampshire Ski Resorts are Opening This Week New Hampshire’s Wildcat Mountain, Mount Sunapee, and Attitash Mountain are all set to open this week. Wildcat will open on Wednesday, December 3; Sunapee will open on Friday, December 5; and Attitash will open on Saturday, December 6. All three mountains have Opening Day festivities planned for guests to celebrate the first day of the 2025-26 ski season. All three […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | December 2, 2025 0 Comments
Uber Unveils “Uber Ski” Ride Service and Partners with Epic Pass This winter, the trip from door to first chair just got easier for skiers and snowboarders. Uber Technologies, Inc. unveiled its new seasonal offering, Uber Ski, a ride-hail service designed for mountain trips with built-in gear accommodations and integrated lift-ticket purchases. Related: How to Get the Most Value from Your Epic or Ikon Pass This Season with These Travel and Lodging […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | November 13, 2025 0 Comments
The Countdown Is On For Saving On The Epic Pass–Prices Go Up October 8 Skiers and riders have until October 8 to buy their Epic Pass before prices increase, plus receive six new Epic Friend Tickets. The new Epic Friend Tickets can be redeemed through EpicPass.com and then activated in the My Epic app for direct-to-lift access. The accompanying Pass Holder must scan their pass in a lift line before an Epic Friend Ticket […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | September 20, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Slashes Lift Tickets By 50% For Friends Of Epic Pass Holders Vail Resorts wants to make it easier for its most loyal guests to bring their friends to the slopes, in celebration of the social side of skiing and snowboarding. Today, the company announced “Epic Friend Tickets,” a new benefit for 2025-26 season-long Epic Pass holders to share incredible savings with those they want to ski and ride with most. Passes are […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | August 12, 2025 0 Comments
Epic Expansion: Exploring the 6 New Austrian Ski Destinations Added to the 2025-26 Epic Pass Vail Resorts has significantly broadened its European footprint by incorporating six renowned Austrian ski resorts into the 2025-26 Epic Pass. This strategic move enhances the pass’s appeal to international skiers and snowboarders seeking diverse alpine experiences. Related: Vail Resorts Adds a Total of 6 New Austrian Ski Resorts to Epic Pass Offering—1Day Ahead of Price Hike While the expansion of […] Julia Schneemann | May 29, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Adds a Total of 6 New Austrian Ski Resorts to Epic Pass Offering 1 Day Ahead of Price Hike Just days ahead of its annual price increase, Vail Resorts announced a major expansion of its Epic Pass offerings in Austria, adding six prominent alpine resorts to the 2025–26 pass lineup. The newest additions—Sölden and Silvretta Montafon—were revealed on May 25 and May 23, respectively, capping off a week of high-profile announcements that also included Saalbach, Zell am See-Kaprun, Mayrhofen, […] SnowBrains | May 25, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Adds Another 2 Austrian Resorts to the Epic Pass Offering Unmatched European Access Ski and ride Mayrhofen and Hintertux in Austria’s famous Zillertal ski region with Epic Pass Epic Passes are on sale now at the lowest price of the year ($1,051) through May 26 BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vail Resorts today announced that Epic Pass is expanding its resorts in Austria with Mayrhofen and Hintertux joining the lineup beginning with […] Industry News Press Release | May 23, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Announces Saalbach and Zell am See-Kaprun, Austria, Joining the 2025-26 Epic Pass Less than a week ahead of the May 26 deadline to lock in an Epic Pass for the lowest price of the year, Vail Resorts announced Austrian skiing will be even more Epic with Saalbach and Zell am See-Kaprun joining the 2025-26 Epic Pass lineup. Salzburg and Munich airports serve as the closest gateways to the resorts, which are nestled in one of the most scenic […] Industry News Press Release | May 21, 2025 0 Comments
2025-26 Military Epic Pass Starts at Just $185 Military roots run deep at Vail Resorts as Vail Mountain was founded in the 1960s by Pete Seibert of the 10th Mountain Division and Army engineer Earl Eaton, both of whom served during World War II. They leveraged their expertise in terrain assessment to pioneer trail design and infrastructure development to ensure that Vail Mountain would offer challenging and enjoyable […] Industry News Press Release | May 20, 2025 0 Comments
Winter Destinations to Add to Your Summer Bucket List Before Epic Pass Prices Go Up May 26 Your Epic Pass is not just for winter experiences. As snow covered slopes at your favorite mountain resorts transform into stunning hiking and biking trails, 2025-26 Epic Pass Holders will get exclusive summer discounts while locking in their winter adventure at the lowest price. Epic Pass prices increase May 26, so now is the best time to make your summer […] Industry News Press Release | May 7, 2025 0 Comments
More Than 20 Epic Pass Resorts Open for Spring Skiing & Snowboarding Check Out the Best Places to Ski and Ride Before the Season Ends Lock in Next Season’s Epic Pass by April 13 for 10 Buddy Tickets Spring skiing and snowboarding are in full swing with longer days, warmer temperatures, and fresh snow still falling. Across Vail Resorts owned and operated mountains, 21 resorts are still open for spring turns, pond […] Industry News Press Release | April 1, 2025 0 Comments
2025-26 Epic Pass Launches at Lowest Price of the Year; Switzerland’s Verbier 4 Vallées is Now Even More Epic with Expanded Access for Pass Holders Epic Pass launches at $1,051 with unlimited, unrestricted access to world-class mountains like Vail Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain and more Epic Day Passes (1-7 days) start as low as $47–$100 per day Access to Verbier 4 Vallées expands to more Passes, including Epic Local Pass Vail Resorts’ $2.5B+ investments in its mountain resorts continue to drive incredible […] Industry News Press Release | March 4, 2025 0 Comments
Epic Pass Holders File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Vail Resorts Over Park City, UT, Strike A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts, alleging the company failed to disclose the impact of a ski patrol strike at Park City Mountain during the peak holiday season, leaving thousands of skiers and snowboarders dissatisfied with their experience. The lawsuit, led by Illinois resident Christopher Bisaillon, represents anyone who purchased a lift ticket at Park City Mountain […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 10, 2025 5 Comments
2 Weeks Left: Epic Passes Available Through December 2 Only Epic 1-Day Passes to world-class resorts like Vail Mountain can save skiers and riders up to $206 compared to a one-day lift ticket purchased in-resort. BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 18, 2024 / — With ski resorts like Vail and Breckenridge now open for the 2024-25 winter season and Whistler Blackcomb and Heavenly opening this week, skiers and riders have just two […] Industry News Press Release | November 19, 2024 0 Comments
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