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Vail was founded as a ski resort in 1962 and incorporated as a town in 1966. It has the highest botanical gardens in the world and an outdoor amphitheater named for Vail’s most famous resident, President Gerald Ford.
Set in the White River National Forest and located at the base of Vail Mountain, Vail is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Vail features more than 3,000 acres of skiing in 7 huge bowls. It is the place to be after a big snow.
Vail has 53% of its terrain catering to advanced skiers and snowboarders. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ll find it here. One of Vail’s original trails, Riva Ridge is the longest single run on Vail Mountain at 4 miles.
With its combination of high alpine beginner terrain and a renowned ski school, Vail is a fantastic place to learn to ski.
In addition to world-famous ski slopes, Vail offers upscale shopping, casual to gourmet restaurants, and luxurious accommodations. It attracts families, ski bums, and celebrities. Be on the lookout for you never know who you might see in Vail.
I have to say, Vail is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Green in the summer and white in the winter and absolutely gorgeous 365 days a year. The mountain views are breathtaking.
If you’d like to visit Vail, you should consider the following hotels and resorts. These lodging establishments are offering discounts from 7% to 43%. Book these through Expedia to realize the savings.
- The Lodge at Vail, A RockResort 43% Discount
- Austria Haus Hotel 39% Discount
- Highline Vail – A DoubleTree by Hilton 34% Discount
- Vail Marriott Mountain Resort 26% Discount
- Eagle Point Resort 25% Discount
- Evergreen Lodge at Vail 25% Discount
- Grand Hyatt Vail 20% Discount
- Sonnenals 20% Discount
- Four Seasons Vail Resort 14% Discount
- The Sebastian – Vail 14% Discount
- The Arrabelle at Vail, A RockResort 12% Discount
- Lodge Tower 12% Discount
- Tivoli Lodge 10% Discount
- Gravity Haus Vail 7% Discount
