1. Visit
Vail Mountain.
Winter months bring exceptional skiing on the largest single mountain in North America, renowned for its 5389 skiable acres of
terrain. Vail Mountain offers well-groomed runs for
skiers of all levels. During the summer, visitors can take scenic hikes and
mountain bikes on the mountain. The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are located at
the base and feature plants from all over the world.
2. Festivals. Vail hosts festivals all year long, from
concerts to culinary events, all set among the beautiful Vail Mountain
scenery. Some events include the Hot Summer Nights concert, Bach on the Rocks,
Snowchella, Taste of Vail, Vail Soul Music Festival, Gourmet on Gore, and Vail
Snow Daze.
3. Play golf at the Red Sky Ranch Golf Course. Easily
one of the most picturesque courses in North America,
Red Sky Ranch offers two Par 72 courses. The 7113 yard Tom Fazio designed
course has incredible views of the Back Bowls and beautiful rolling hills. The
7580 yard Greg Norman designed course offers more of a wilderness golf
experience and stunning sunsets over Castle Peak.
4. Booth Falls Trail. One of the most popular Vail
hiking trails passes by the Falls, one of the few in Vail Valley.
The Falls are located about halfway through the trail a few miles in. Visitors
might be tempted to stop and turn around after witnessing the 80-foot
waterfall, but just beyond the Falls is a gorgeous meadow surrounded by the Gore Range
Mountains that is not to
be missed.
5. Hot Air
Balloon Ride
Over Eagle
County. The best views of
Eagle River Valley
can be found while soaring in a colorful hot air balloon! Most companies who
offer rides also offer hot chocolate or a champagne toast while in the air.
*written by Guest Writer Kathryn Kardos, who works at Travel
En Vogue (www.travelenvogue.com), an agency that specializes in managing luxury
Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons Residence Club vacation rentals, some of which
are located in Vail and Beaver Creek, CO.
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