Aspen, CO

Colorado's Rocky Mountain High

Surrounded by pristine wilderness on three sides and along the Roaring Fork River, Aspen is in a remote part of the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains, giving it postcard-like views in every direction,
Aspen is a luxurious winter sports paradise with some of the world’s best skiing and winter sports. At the same time, it is an opulent town that is a destination in itself. Its luxurious accommodations, high-end cuisine and annual festivals are the reasons celebrities and the well-heeled call Aspen one of their favorite vacation spots. Aspen is not solely a winter destination, however, as it transforms itself into an outdoor summer sports paradise.

Being home to the Winter X Games, it’s no wonder that Aspen is world-renowned for its winter sports. There are four ski mountains in the Aspen area: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Buttermilk and Aspen Highlands. All of these areas have some of the world’s best skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, tubing and much more. When it warms up, the area turns into a summer playground with no end to the action. The Snowmass Club has top golf and tennis facilities, an athletic club, spa and gourmet dining. Mountain bikers will find endless trails with rentals and guided tours offered throughout the region. These same trails are perfect for backpacking and hiking, ranging from beginner to expert levels of adventure. On top of that, fly fishing, hot air ballooning, white water rafting and more are all available for you in Aspen.

When you are done with your adventures, downtown Aspen with its pedestrian-only streets has everything from high-end shops like Prada and Burberry to antique and consignment stores. When guests are hungry, there over 100 restaurants and eateries in Aspen with top culinary talent. They can meet the some of the world’s best chefs and wine experts at the annual Food and Wine Classic in Aspen during June. In January, the Wintersköl is known as Aspens “toast to winter” with festivities such as a dog fashion show, snow sculptures and fireworks. For places to stay, the options run from luxury condo rentals and resorts to small, family-owned bed and breakfasts. Having so much fun during every season both indoors and out, guests will find that Aspen is a perfect destination no matter when they visit.