Approximately 65 million people visited U.S. ski resorts during the 2022-2023 season. The U.S. ski season is kicking off and the holiday season is in full swing as many resorts open their facilities and welcome their first guests this season.
We don’t yet know what the impact will be El Niño Weather phenomena can affect the amount and amount of snowfall at a resort, and the subsequent crowds. All I can say is that skiing has quietly changed in recent years, and the 65 million visitors were a record number.
Post-pandemic impact
of National Ski Resort Association The NSAA reported that an estimated 64.7 million skiers and riders visited U.S. ski areas during the 2022-23 season.
This data shows that post-pandemic, the country has found a newfound love and appreciation for outdoor activities and is directly benefiting from it. skiing. The proliferation of multi-mountain season tickets is also attracting a whole new market of skiers in the United States who don’t ski often or don’t ski much.
“The U.S. ski market is healthy,” explains Adrian Saia Isaac, director of marketing and communications for the NSAA. “One of the best things about skiing here in the United States is that with 480 ski areas in 37 states, there is a ski area for everyone.”
luxury ski resort
Gretchen McGarry, skier, Los Angeles-based luxury travel content creator, Instagram account women take over the worldis planning a trip to Aspen, Vail, and Sun Valley this winter and is excited about the upcoming ski season.
“I’m an avid skier, and what makes these best-in-class mountain destinations so appealing is that there’s so much to do off the slopes. These historic mountain towns have… The number of luxury hotels, designer shops, après-ski spots, spas and wellness centers, and fine dining restaurants grows every year.
“The season kicks off in Aspen, where we’ll be joined by aesthetic master Dr. Barbara Sturm’s pop-up spa residency at Little Nell and a new outpost of stylish New York City’s Sainte Ambruce Café. And in between, enjoy what I believe to be the true luxuries of these destinations: exceptional views, fresh air, natural beauty, and cozy idyllic surroundings. intend to.”
Isaac agrees, highlighting Beaver Creek, Deer Valley, and Aspen Snowmass as three areas worth considering for your next luxury ski trip.
beaver creek
1st of 2 in Colorado luxury skiing Beaver Creek, a hotspot in Eagle County, Colorado, opened in 1980 in the Rocky Mountains and is owned and operated by Vail Resorts.
The Rocky Mountains offer spectacular views at any time of the year, but nothing beats Beaver Creek Mountain and Grouse Mountain, with their picturesque, snow-capped, mountainside views.
Beyond the slopes, the town offers world-class entertainment facilities including ice skating, cross-country skiing, tutoring from top instructors, shopping, and a great performing arts center.
Accommodation options are plentiful, including ultra-luxury hotels.of Ritz Carlton, Bachelor Gulch It’s sensational old world Lodge style 5 star palace. Featuring 5 restaurants, an expansive sauna, and a prime location.
of Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa There are also great spa facilities, a swimming pool and an ice skating rink to keep you in great shape. The resort is well located, close to several ski lifts and approximately 30 minutes from the Eagle County Regional Airport.
deer valley
Located just outside of Salt Lake City, Utah, Deer Valley opened in 1981 on Bald Eagle Mountain and Bald Mountain and has a reputation as one of the top luxury ski areas in the country. It regularly hosts international ski competitions and was the host of the 2002 Winter Olympics.
The property is breathtaking and offers a variety of amenities and activities, including ski lessons with champions, dog sledding, and shopping and fine dining for the less adventurous.
Great accommodation with great amenities, St. Regis Deer Valley Match with the best. Well-appointed yet welcoming, the St. Regis has all the amenities you’d expect, including a restaurant and spa. Plus, it’s just a short distance from the ski lifts.
There is another ski resort nearby. Waldorf Astoria Park City It’s full of old world charm. Whether you’re just stepping off the slopes from Waldorf’s exclusive gondola or you’re a tourist coming for après-ski, the “lodge atmosphere” will welcome you. With fireplaces in many rooms, Waldorf is a winner.
Aspen-Snowmass
Back in Colorado, Aspen is probably the state’s most famous property along with South Park and Denver. Aspen Snowmass is a complex of two ski areas serving four adjacent mountains: Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass. This region is as well known, if not more so, than European regions such as St. Moritz or Zermatt. It conjures up images of private jets bringing wealthy visitors from all over the world.
Whether it’s pristine snow, upscale shopping boutiques, hot springs, museums and galleries, or the abundance of year-round events (winter sports related or not), Aspen Snowmass is a world-class destination.
The accommodation options are definitely top notch as well. Although widely represented in Aspen-Snowmass, St. Regis Aspen Resort In addition to luxurious accommodation, this sensational hotel also features a regular spa, heated pool and its own ski lift. Velvet Buck and Chefs Club offer delicious dining options.
of Viceroy Snowmass Expansive spa facilities, a lobby with a double-sided fireplace, and a restaurant featuring South American cuisine from TORO Kitchen are also worthy options.
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Sarah founded Dukes Avenue in 2018 as a creative outlet while working at a hedge fund in London. What started out as a small blog is now a widely read online luxury lifestyle publication aimed at modern women, designed to inspire readers to live their best and most fulfilling lives. contains carefully selected content. Sarah has lived in London, Malta and most recently the United Arab Emirates and uses her travels and her experiences as a source of inspiration for much of her content.
