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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
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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, […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | May 25, 2025
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Vail Resorts Adds Another 2 Austrian Resorts to the Epic Pass Offering Unmatched European Access

Mayrhofen and Hintertux are now Epic. | Image: Vail Resorts

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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | May 23, 2025
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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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | May 21, 2025
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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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | May 20, 2025
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Winter Destinations to Add to Your Summer Bucket List Before Epic Pass Prices Go Up May 26

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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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | May 7, 2025
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Tūroa Ski Area Gears Up for Epic Winter Season on Mt. Ruapehu, New Zealand

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Tūroa Ski Area, New Zealand, just dropped its winter opening plans, with hospitality and snow play kicking off in Alpine Meadow from Saturday, May 31, and the ski and snowboard season set to launch on June 28, in time with the start of the New Zealand school holidays. Tūroa Ski Area’s Marketing Manager, Joanna Campbell, says the team is ready to welcome […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | April 29, 2025
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Northstar and Kirkwood Ski Resorts, CA, Extend Season With Bonus Week of Skiing and Riding After Epic Snowfall in March

Good news has arrived for ski enthusiasts in the Tahoe region. If they thought winter was winding down, Mother Nature had other plans for the final weeks. The recent storm system that swept through the Sierra Nevada mountains last week has dropped over 2.5 feet of fresh powder, creating ideal conditions for spring skiing. We’re talking fluffy top layers mixed […]

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Jack Bynum | April 5, 2025
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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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | April 1, 2025
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Gamified Ski Lessons Are Here With Vail Resorts New My Epic Pro Technology

Vail Resorts introduces My Epic Pro. | Photo: Vail Resorts

My Epic Pro creates a seamless direct-to-lesson digital check-in, plus offers real-time updates and photos and gamification of ski and snowboard skills progression tracking The new technology launches in the My Epic app for the 2025/26 winter season at Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, and Keystone. My Epic Pro is the latest industry-leading innovation from Vail Resorts, following Mobile Pass, […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | March 18, 2025
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Comparing the Price Development of Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy Passes

Multi-passes changed how the ski industry worked when Vail Resorts released the Epic Pass for the 2008-09 season. Since then, everyone who loves to ski or snowboard has probably been to a mountain that offers one of these multi-passes, and many have purchased one of these products. This is the time of year when the big names in multi-passes release […]

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Avatar photo Gregg Frantz | March 10, 2025
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[VIDEO] Chris Tomer’s Mountain Weather Update 3/5: The Next 72-Hours Will be Epic With Multiple Feet of Snow Expected

Denver-based meteorologist Chris Tomer is one of the most accurate forecasters we know. Check out and subscribe to his mountain weather forecast videos to see where North America will get the most snow. “Big snow hits UT/WY/CO PM 3/5-AM 3/7. 1-3 feet of accumulation across the Wasatch, 8-16 inches Colorado, and 10-12 inches Tetons. Snow Timeline: Big Sky: 3/6(M), 3/11(M/H) […]

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WeatherBrains | March 5, 2025
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Today is the Last Chance to Lock in Epic Australia Pass Prices Before Thursday’s Price Increase—Now With Access to Verbier 4 Vallées, Switzerland

Skiers and snowboarders have until the end of today, March 5, to lock in the current price of the 2025 Epic Australia Pass, with prices set to increase from Thursday, March 6. The pass, currently priced at AUD 1,079 for adults, AUD 619 for children, and AUD 839 for seniors, offers unlimited access to Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham in […]

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Julia Schneemann | March 4, 2025
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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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | March 4, 2025
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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 […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | January 10, 2025
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2 Weeks Left: Epic Passes Available Through December 2 Only

skier in deep powder in front of sunshine and blue skies on snow Vail Mountain

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 […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | November 19, 2024
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Reminder: Epic Australia Pass Prices Go Up Tomorrow—Lock in the Cheapest Price Today

The 2025 Epic Australia Pass is currently on sale for only AUD 999, so lock in your your season pass before prices go up tomorrow, October 17. At only AUD 999, the Epic Australia Pass pays for itself in 5 days. Alongside the 2025 Epic Australia season pass, Perisher has also launched an all-new product: the Epic Australia 4-Day Pass […]

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Oz Brains | October 15, 2024
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IKON Versus Epic Pass: Alterra is Also Eyeing Flims-Laax-Falera, Switzerland

In a twist that could make the plot of a psychological thriller, it has emerged that Alterra also has its eyes on the Swiss ski resort Flims-Laax-Falera. According to several Swiss newspapers, Vail Resorts’ arch-rival is rumored to also be considering the Graubünden/Grischa freestyle mecca. Last week, it emerged that Vail Resorts was rumored to be in negotiations with Flims-Laax-Falera regarding a […]

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Julia Schneemann | September 1, 2024
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Mid-Atlantic Skiers and Riders Can Save Big on Lift Tickets with Epic Pass; Seven Springs, Liberty, Roundtop and More Share Season Sneak Peek

SEVEN SPRINGS, Pa., Aug. 14, 2024 – As summer starts to wind down, the best time to plan for winter is now, and your checklist to prepare for the upcoming ski and ride season is here. Pennsylvania skiers and riders who start planning now will lock in the best deals and experiences when visiting close-to-home resorts like Seven Springs, Liberty, […]

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Avatar photo Press Release | August 19, 2024
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2025 Epic Australia Pass on Sale & Launch of New 4-Day Epic Australia Pass

Today, Perisher Resorts, Australia, announced the launch of the 2025 Epic Australia Pass, which is now on sale for its lowest price, for only AUD 999. Alongside this, Perisher is also launching an all-new product – the Epic Australia 4-Day Pass for AUD 549. This is incredibly exciting for the Australian ski industry and provides unprecedented flexibility and value for […]

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Oz Brains | August 14, 2024
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