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Alterra Mountain Company to Acquire Arapahoe Basin in Colorado

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Alterra Mountain Company has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Arapahoe Basin in Colorado, from Dream Unlimited Corp. , expanding Alterra’s portfolio of unique, complementary destinations in the Rockies.

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Alterra Mountain Company has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Arapahoe Basin in Colorado, from Dream Unlimited Corp. , expanding Alterra’s portfolio of unique, complementary destinations in the Rockies.
From its unparalleled terrain to its commitment to sustainability, A-Basin has a team that has a passion and commitment for this unique place and its traditions, making it an ideal fit for the Alterra Mountain Company family,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO, Alterra Mountain Company.
Alterra Mountain Company mountain destinations are spread throughout seven states and three Canadian provinces: Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Sugarbush and Stratton in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec; Blue Mountain in Ontario; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia.
In January 2018, Alterra Mountain Company introduced the Ikon Pass for winter 18/19, the premier ski and snowboard season pass.

Alterra Mountain Company Celebrates Art & Culture of the Mountains With Forward Stance Studio

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Today, Alterra Mountain Company further celebrates the unique character and culture of its mountain destinations by unveiling Forward Stance Studio , which began with an investment of more than $1 million to support diverse, local, and sustainability-conscious artists to develop public art installations that capture the essence of each destination, creating the Forward Stance Studio.

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Today, Alterra Mountain Company further celebrates the unique character and culture of its mountain destinations by unveiling Forward Stance Studio , which began with an investment of more than $1 million to support diverse, local, and sustainability-conscious artists to develop public art installations that capture the essence of each destination, creating the Forward Stance Studio.
Each destination was asked to identify conversations they wanted to facilitate within their community through an on-site public art installation.
For more information on each art installation and future projects from Forward Stance Studio, please visit https://www.alterramtn.co/forward-stance-studio .
Guests headed to Blue Mountain this winter will encounter a captivating public art installation that encapsulates a deep appreciation and celebration of Indigenous cultures and communities.

Amtrak Winter Park Express Booking Now for 2024 Season

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

WINTER PARK, Colo., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets for the Amtrak Winter Park Express – the "ski train" between Denver and the base of the slopes at Winter Park Resort – are now on sale for the 2024 season. Service will be provided every Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting the weekend of Jan.12-14 through the weekend of March 29-31. And new for 2024 and due to popular demand, additional holiday service will be offered on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 15) and Presidents' Day (Monday, Feb. 19) as well as two "bonus Thursday" roundtrips (March 14 & 21).

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WINTER PARK, Colo., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets for the Amtrak Winter Park Express – the "ski train" between Denver and the base of the slopes at Winter Park Resort – are now on sale for the 2024 season.
"The Winter Park Express ski train is a beloved tradition for Colorado and our guests from around the globe.
"Amtrak is proud to announce a new season of the Winter Park Express – the seventh year of our ongoing partnership with the Winter Park Resort," said Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Eliot Hamlisch .
New this season, Winter Park Resort is debuting the Wild Spur Express, a new six-person high-speed lift on Vasquez Ridge.

Alterra Mountain Company to Acquire Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in British Columbia

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Today, Alterra Mountain Company announced its intention to purchase Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing (MWHS) in Blue River, British Columbia, Canada.

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Today, Alterra Mountain Company announced its intention to purchase Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing (MWHS) in Blue River, British Columbia, Canada.
“Mike Wiegele was a pioneer in the heli-ski world, and we are excited to add another premier heli-skiing operation to the Alterra family,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO of Alterra Mountain Company.
“Alterra Mountain Company is the ideal partner to celebrate and preserve the legacy that Mike Wiegele left behind,” said Elias Ortner, General Manager of Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing.
At each destination, Alterra Mountain Company leaders are empowered to be decisive, creative, and bold to retain each mountain’s authentic character.

Ikon Pass Holders Can Experience Over $1 Billion in New Terrain, Lifts, Dining, Skier Services and More for Winter 23/24

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Friday, September 15, 2023

Winter 23/24 also offers pass holders new destinations - Alyeska in Alaska and Snow Valley in California - additional pass holder benefits, endless adventure and exceptional experiences at the most unique mountain destinations across the globe.

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Winter 23/24 also offers pass holders new destinations - Alyeska in Alaska and Snow Valley in California - additional pass holder benefits, endless adventure and exceptional experiences at the most unique mountain destinations across the globe.
This winter, skiers and riders will have access to more than 1,000 additional acres of terrain across multiple Ikon Pass destinations.
Bear Mountain’s highly anticipated redesigned Laybacks Bar is slated to become the ideal place to après all day.
Automated and energy-efficient snowmaking systems allow destinations to take advantage of shorter snowmaking windows and recover from weather events more quickly.

Colorado Ski Country USA Resorts Debut New Terrain, New Lifts, and New Experiences for the 2023-24 Ski Season

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Aspen Snowmass is kicking off the season with its biggest terrain expansion in almost 40 years.

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Aspen Snowmass is kicking off the season with its biggest terrain expansion in almost 40 years.
Howelsen Hill Ski Area in downtown Steamboat is the oldest continuously operating ski area in North America and offers Ski Free Sundays throughout the season.
Plus, this season, Purgatory Resort joins the CSCUSA Gems , giving Gems pass and cardholders 11 Colorado ski areas to explore.
Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) is the not-for-profit trade association representing Colorado’s 21 ski and snowboard resorts.

Winter Park Resort Continues to Look Ahead and Make Upgrades and Improvements for Both Employees and Guests

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Friday, September 8, 2023

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WINTER PARK, Colo., Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter Park Resort continues to make upgrades and improvements that focus on the employee and guest experience. As the resort prepares for the 2023/24 winter season, it is completing a new 330+bed workforce housing complex that addresses critical housing needs in a big way for both the resort and the community. Winter Park is also finishing installation of a brand new six-person lift in the Vasquez Ridge area of the mountain. Both capital improvement projects mark a nearly $75 million investment into both the employee and guest experience.

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In all, Winter Park has spent more than $100 million in capital improvements and upgrades ahead of the 2023/24 winter season.
Below is a summary of everything new and improved at Winter Park Resort this winter.
Sundog Tap Room is a new dining and gathering space opening this winter in the heart of the Winter Park Resort base-area Village.
Winter Park Resort's parent company, Alterra Mountain Company, acquired Ski Butlers in September of 2022 and is implementing Ski Butlers across several resorts for the 2023/24 winter season, including Winter Park.

Alterra Mountain Company to Acquire Schweitzer in Idaho

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Alterra Mountain Company has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Idaho’s Schweitzer , further expanding the company’s portfolio in the Pacific Northwest by joining Crystal Mountain in Washington.

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Alterra Mountain Company has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Idaho’s Schweitzer , further expanding the company’s portfolio in the Pacific Northwest by joining Crystal Mountain in Washington.
“With an incredible mountain in one of the most beautiful settings in the country and a world-class operating team, Schweitzer has everything we look for in a destination,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO, Alterra Mountain Company.
Alterra Mountain Company mountain destinations are spread throughout six states and three Canadian provinces: Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Sugarbush and Stratton in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec, Blue Mountain in Ontario; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia.
In January 2018, Alterra Mountain Company introduced the Ikon Pass for winter 18/19, the premier ski and snowboard season pass.

VRBO UNVEILS THE 2023 U.S. VACATION HOMES OF THE YEAR

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

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AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Vrbo® revealed its 2023 Vacation Homes of the Year.

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AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Vrbo® revealed its 2023 Vacation Homes of the Year.
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The 2023 Vacation Homes of the Year are all stunning, whole homes, ranging from idyllic lakeside escapes to cozy mountain retreats and desert paradises, and represent a variety of popularº vacation destinations and price points.
"There are more than two million private vacations rentals on Vrbo, so there are many amazing choices.
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Alyeska Resort in Alaska Joins the Ikon Pass Community for Winter 23/24

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Alyeska Resort joins the Ikon Pass community, bringing the Alaskan basecamp for adventure to Ikon Pass holders for winter 23/24.

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Alyeska Resort joins the Ikon Pass community, bringing the Alaskan basecamp for adventure to Ikon Pass holders for winter 23/24.
“We are thrilled to expand into Alaska and invite the Ikon Pass community to discover Alyeska Resort,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer, Alterra Mountain Company.
Ikon Pass Travel is an online travel planning service exclusively for members of the Ikon Pass community that offers the ability to seamlessly explore and book all aspects of adventure across Ikon Pass destinations.
To provide additional value for families looking to ski and ride together, Ikon Pass holders can purchase up to two discounted Child Ikon Passes or Child Ikon Base Passes for children ages 5-12 with the purchase of an Adult Ikon Pass or Adult Ikon Base Pass.