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 […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 1, 2024 0 Comments
Keystone Resort, CO, Appoints Shannon Buhler as Vice President and General Manager KEYSTONE, Colo., Aug. 27, 2024 – Today, Keystone Resort announced Shannon Buhler as Vice President and General Manager, taking effect September 16. Most recently, Buhler led Stowe Mountain Resort as Vice President and General Manager. Returning to Colorado is a homecoming for Buhler, who spent formative professional years in resort roles throughout Summit and Eagle Counties. Related: The National Brotherhood […] Industry News Press Release | August 27, 2024 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Rumored to Investigate Purchase of 3rd Swiss Resort Swiss newspapers are bubbling with rumors about a potential acquisition of Flims-Laax-Falera by U.S. conglomerate Vail Resorts. The fact that Vail Resorts is actively looking for European ski resorts is not new, but the rumors that the largest operator of ski resorts in the world is zoning in on Flims-Laax-Falera has sent the rumor mill in Switzerland in to overdrive. […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 24, 2024 0 Comments
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, […] Industry News Press Release | August 19, 2024 0 Comments
What Resort Will Open First for the 2024-25 Ski Season? It is that time of year again when we all start to get excited for the upcoming ski season and eagerly await news of opening dates. Some ski resorts are only about two months away from opening. Last year, Ski Ward, Massachusetts, was the first ski area in North America to open on October 22. Less than an hour from […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | August 17, 2024 0 Comments
Here’s What’s New at Vail Resorts’ Northeast Ski Areas for Winter 24/25 Vail Resorts’ eight ski resorts in the Northeast are gearing up for winter with capital investments, exciting new tech, and a robust lineup of new and returning events. Here’s a summary of everything new that Epic Pass holders can expect to see at their favorite northeast resorts this winter. Related: Vail Resorts Announces 24/25 Winter Opening Dates for Tahoe Resorts, Whistler […] Industry News Press Release | August 15, 2024 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Honors Colorado River Day With $1 Million Gift to The Nature Conservancy Yesterday, Vail Resorts, Inc. pledged $1 million to The Nature Conservancy (TNC), a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. The support will span four years and is largely committed to restoring the Colorado River, which starts as snowmelt north of Grand Lake, Colorado, and flows more than 1,400 miles, providing water for […] Industry News Press Release | July 26, 2024 0 Comments
Inside the Ski Industry’s Post-Pandemic Boom In March 2020, the future of the ski industry seemed uncertain. With resorts shut down across the country and questions about how extreme and prolonged the response to the coronavirus would have to be, a winter of skiing no longer seemed like a sure thing. In the years since, skiing has appeared to bounce back even stronger than […] Industry News Zach Armstrong | July 22, 2024 0 Comments
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