The sister towns of Aspen and Snowmass could quite possibly be one of the best areas to vacation in while visiting Colorado.
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From fantastic skiing and riding, boundless outdoor summer activities, to cultural activities, great shopping, exciting nightlife and one-of-a-kind restaurants, the towns of Aspen and Snowmass offer so much for any kind of vacation from a family holiday to a romantic getaway. Aspen/Snowmass is located on Highway 82 S traveling west from Denver on Interstate 70 and is in a perfect location to experience the best of what Colorado has to offer. Air service is available to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, Eagle County Airport, and Denver International Airport. The resort itself is composed of not one, but four mountains: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. The town of Aspen has it all including a great town with a characteristic mining town history, a great shopping atmosphere giving guests a chance to browse t-shirt shops, gear stores, and haute couture boutiques, and delicious restaurants in all categories. The nightlife in the area is second to none with old local spots that used to the Kennedy clan, European style hotspots, and posh watering holes. | 
The activities and events that take place in the Aspen/Snowmass area are a huge draw for vacationers and residents of Colorado. Head to the area Thanksgiving weekend to catch the action of the Aspen Winternational FIS Alpine World Cup, with the fastest women in the world racing on Aspen Mountain. Later in the season, the Winter X Games will be hosting the competition in Aspen for the fourth year in a row. Come see more than 250 athletes from across the globe compete for medals and prize money in Moto X, Ski, Snowboard and Snowmobile events on Buttermilk. At season’s end, the Bud Light Spring Jam come to town with a four-day combination of competitions, concerts, parties and cultural events. The four mountains of Aspen provide such diverse terrain that every kind and level of skier or rider can feel confident. Try out the steeps of Aspen Mountain, the rollers of Snowmass, the extreme terrain of Aspen Highlands, or the terrain park at Buttermilk. Summer in Aspen and Snowmass are legendary with so many things to see and do that you will need more than a week! The majestic Maroon Bells are within sight of the area and are one of the legendary sights to see while in Colorado. Towering over 14,000 feet in elevation, the symmetrical summits are perfectly framed by the valley and reflected by Maroon Lake on windless days. Some of the recreation opportunities available in this and surrounding areas include hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, picnicking, viewing scenery and mountain climbing. In addition, the Colorado and Arkansas rivers are in close proximity to the area providing whitewater rafting and kayaking in the area. The fun in Aspen and Snowmass does not stop with the onset of spring. Come visit anytime of year for the ultimate experience in vacation destinations! |
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The state of Colorado has over two dozen ski resorts ranging in opulence from basic accomedations and operations to glamorous haunts for the rich and famous. From Colorado’s Playground of Summit County, to the number one ski resort in the country, to the upper crust resort of Aspen, there is a ski town that is just right for you.
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