Ski Resort Ownership: Who Owns Which Mountain Resorts? Article updated February 11, 2024. Over the last decade, there has been a trend toward consolidation of ski resort ownership. Whether you love it or hate it, it can be interesting to see which companies own which resorts. Related: The Future of Ski Resort Ownership and Viability 480 ski areas in the United States operated during the 2022-23 season. Ten […] Brains Brent Thomas | February 12, 2024 0 Comments
7 Essential Items to Pack For an International Ski Trip A U.S.ย TikTok influencer has been going viral for proving that some international skiing destinations may be much less expensive than staying in the country. So youโre convinced; youโve booked your flights and the date is getting closer. Hereโs a list of seven essentials not to forget if youโre going abroad this winter: #1 Your Ski Pass Ikon and Epic have […] Gear Review Brett Ploss | December 20, 2023 0 Comments
Get Yours Now: Epic Australia Pass Prices Increase on October 18 Calling all Australians: Epic Australia Pass prices will increase from October 18, 2023. If you have not locked in your 2024 season Epic Australia Pass, this is your chance to secure your Epic Australia Pass at the lowest price possible for just AUD49 upfront. The Epic Australia Pass provides unlimited, unrestricted access to Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham, as well […] Industry News Oz Brains | October 16, 2023 0 Comments
The Best Multi-Resort Season Passes You Probably Haven’t Heard Of Multi-resort season passes are becoming more and more mainstream. For many skiers and riders, the days of only buying a season pass that limits you to just your local mountain are gone. The majority of season pass buyers now have access to a plateful of resorts either through a multi-resort pass or reciprocal agreements. The number of multi-resort passes is […] Brains Brent Thomas | August 7, 2023 0 Comments
[PHOTOS] Australian Resorts Falls Creek and Hotham Report 10 Inches of Snowfall Winter wonderland pictures reach us from Falls Creek and Hotham, located in the state of Victoria in Australia, where around 10 inches of snow have fallen overnight. After being unable to open for skiing on opening weekend, Mother Nature has come to the party overnight, delivering fresh snow at both Falls Creek and Hotham. The images of thick snowflakes falling […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | June 14, 2023 0 Comments
Falls Creek, Australia, Announces 2023 Winter Season Events Falls Creek in the state of Victoria (โVICโ), Australia, has revealed its events calendar for the 2023 winter season. Events range from Gay Ski Week and Womenโs Programs to Pond Skim and Fireworks Fiestas. With further snow forecasted for this weekend and snowmaking commencing soon, the Falls Creek community is thrilled to welcome guests back for the winter season ahead. […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | May 4, 2023 0 Comments
The Economics Behind the Success of Multi-Resort Passes Have you ever looked at the multi-resort season passes like Epic or Ikon and wondered how these deals make financial sense to Vail Resorts or Alterra Corporation? After all, at a day pass price of $225-245 for Vail, the $841 season pass breaks even after just four days. Youโd be forgiven to think that most people who buy these multi-resort […] Brains Julia Schneemann | May 1, 2023 7 Comments
Park City Mountain, UT, Extends Season by 2 Weeks Until April 23, 2023 Park City Mountain, UT, announced on Monday, March 6, 2023, that they will extend the 22/23 season by two weeks until April 23, 2023. After 450 inches of snowfall, the ski resort extended the season, making this the longest season on the mountain since 1993. According to a press release, Park City Mountain will offer the following: A majority of […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 6, 2023 0 Comments