Showing posts with label Telluride. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Telluride. Show all posts

17 August 2011

The Inside Scoop - Telluride

We have been given the inside scoop from one of Telluride's very own so you get the most out of your holiday!

Best Beginner Run
Galloping Goose: Atop Prospect Bowl Express (12), this rolling 7.4 km trail takes beginners past some of the most scenic vistas in North America.

Best Bump Run
Mammoth: From the top of Plunge Lift (9), this wide and consistently steep bump run is the place to prove your skills in the moguls.

Best Groomer
See Forever: The name of this run says it all. Take in the views of Bear Creek, Wilson Peak, the San Sophia range, and the La Sals of Utah while carving up fresh corduroy.

Best Apres
The Beach at Gorrono Ranch: Sit back in a beach chair and soak in the sun, music, and views at the Beach at Gorrono Ranch, located on the mountain under the Village Express (4). Slopeside in Mountain Village, check out live music and craft beers from around the world at the new Hop Garden - look for the big yellow umbrella.

Unique apres ski activity....
Perched at the top of the gondola, few restaurants in the world rival the breathtaking views, world-class cuisine and award-winning wine list of Allred's. Open to the public for apres ski at the bar and nightly dining. Consider this a "must do" activity while in Telluride.

Best Photo Op
Anywhere on the mountain... yet the top of the Prospect Bowl Express (12) and the top of the new Revelation Lift (15) boast stunning 360 degree panoramas.

25 July 2011

Telluride - Unmatched in North America

Hidden among the highest concentration of 4,267 metre peaks in North America, Telluride's spectacular scenery is undeniably some of the most beautiful in the Rockies.

Legendary Terrain
Telluride Ski Resort has expanded by over 300 acres in the past few years, including Revelation Bowl and Gold Hill Chutes, offering some of the most stunning skiing and riding on the continent.

Reminiscent of the long, open lines of Alaska, the spectacular terrain of the Gold Hill Chutes drops 488 vertical metres into the Prospect Basin, including faces, couloirs, chutes and rock features all above treeline.

The resort's vertical drop is now one of the largest in North America at 1,349 meters, with 1,172 vertical metres lift-served.

Alpine Elegance coupled with Historic Charm
Telluride effortlessly mingles urban sophistication, historic charm and mountain spirit. Historic Telluride is a picturesque town, complete with mining history, Victorian architecture, and a myriad of options for shopping, dining and nightlife.

Chic, upscale Mountain Village is an Alpine pedestrian village featuring sensational hotels, shopping, spas and easy ski-in/ski-out access.

One of the truly unique things about Telluride is the ease of getting around. The trademark free Gondola takes care of transportation between downtown, Mountain Village and the slopes. No driving necessary!

Getting to Telluride is just as easy, as the Telluride and Montrose regional airports are conveniently served by six commercial carriers with non-stop flights available from eight major U.S. cities.

Set in a pristine box canyon with awe inspiring views, world-class terrain, easy going towns and a hassle-free destination, Telluride is truly unmatched in North America.


Top 10 Reasons to Visit Telluride Ski Resort

1. 2,000+ skiable acres of epic terrain for every level of skier and snowboarder.

2. Unrivalled views of the spectacular San Juan mountains in southwest Colorado.

3. No lift lines.

4. FREE transportation on the Gondola - no need for a car or shuttle.

5. Non-stop air service from 8 major hubs in the US.

6. Historic Telluride and Main St with registered landmarks, including the site of Butch Cassidy's first bank heist.

7. Chic, upscale Mountain Village featuring sensational hotels, shopping, spas and easy ski-in/ski-out access.

8. New Eco Adventures, a one-stop shop activity centre, offering tours and activities for the entire family.

9. 50+ restaurants, bars and coffee shops.

10. An average of 300 days of sunshine and 8 meters of snow.