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Year-Round Renewal at Vail Cascade Resort

BY DENVER LIFE MAGAZINE – JANUARY 1, 2013 POSTED IN: MOUNTAIN ESCAPES, SLIDESHOW

By Kristen Miller

Real Estate

As Vail celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, the distinguised mountain resort tow n is truly grow ing old gracefully w ith the help of a $2.5 billion renew al that includes the recent openings of exclusive new resorts and private residentialclubs. W hile there are many new Vail properties vying for travelers’ attention, plenty of Vail’s longstanding resorts w ill not be outdone by the new comers. One such property, the elegant Vail Cascade Resort (celebrating 31 years) is enjoying its ow n splendid renaissance w hile maintaining its distinction as one of Vail Valley’s premier mountain resorts.

W hen most of us imagine a mountain resort, w e visualize inviting spaces,roaring fireplaces and pine-scented surroundings. These images are a reality at Vail Cascade, recognized by Conde Nast Traveller’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Aw ards asne of the “Top 40 Resorts in the West.” The AAA Four Diamond resort is versatile; an exquisite haven for romance seekers or families. W ith a decadent spa and expansive fitness center, the resort caters to all. In the w inter and early spring, Vail Cascade becomes Vail’s only ski-in/skiout resort, giving guests convenient access to Cascade Village Lift #20, w hich is mere steps from the hotel.

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After hitting the slopes, guests can ditch their gear w ith the resort’s ski concierge and w arm up w ith a toasty beverage at the cozy Fireside Bar or enjoy a soothing soak in one of three outdoor hot tubs. In the summer and fall, the resort’s creek-side setting allow s guests to enjoy the tranquil sounds and view s of Gore Creek from the hotel’s infinity pool or enjoy a stroll along the adjacent scenic pathw ay. Additionally, w hen you book a summer stay, you can take advantage of complimentary resort activities such as s’mores and hot chocolate by the fire pit on Friday and Saturday evenings, dive-in movie nights at the pool or family game nights in the hotel’s library.

Pit Stop On your way to Vail Cascade Resort, get your sweet fix at Fuzziwig’s Candy Factory, located in the heart of Vail Village (fuzziwigscandyfactory.com). In the summertime, the kids will love splashing around in the Children’s Fountain located in front of the store. Or plan a little pit stop at the Vail Village Visitor Information Center, located in the upper level of the Vail Village parking structure, and check out the Colorado Ski Museum where you’ll learn about the history of Vail, skiing and the 10th Mountain Division.

In sync w ith the mountain tow n’s golden anniversary, Vail Cascade Resort has undergone a multi-million dollar renovation of its ow n, featuring reappointed guest rooms that exhibit contemporary mountain elegance by blending a natural sandstone palette w ith accents of honey, tangerine and hazelnut. Additionally, distressed w ood furnishings, w rought iron accessories and textured fabrics add a touch of rusticity w hile luxurious linens and plush carpeting provide a lavish finish. Elsew here throughout the resort, extensive upgrades and renovations are present in the common spaces, lobby, restaurant and spa—all inspired by the vibrant seasonal colors found in Vail’s natural landscape.

Upcoming Events Mountain Wellness For guests w ho w ant to focus on w ell-being, the resort’s famed Aria Spa & Club, w hich w as ranked in 2012

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among Condé Nast Traveller’s “Top 100 Resort Spas U.S. Mainland,” is an all-encompassing retreat o ffering pampering treatments as w ell as energizing w orkouts. As the largest spa and fitness facility in the Vail Valley, the 78,000-square-foot spa and club is w here guests can enjoy a variety of fitness classes, personal training and an indoor track, or spend an afternoon relaxing at the spa.

Try an invigorating Rise and Shine Yoga class, Private Pilates, Spinning, Zumba, Sports Conditioning or the FitWall/TRX Training. For “me time,” the Spa o ffers a nice selection of massages, body therapies, facials and manicures/pedicures along w ith an opportunity for peaceful relaxation in The Sanctuary. The Spa also has indulgent Rocky Mountain Ritual packages designed to balance, renew or revive, depending on your needs.

Brew s and Creek-Side View s In keeping w ith Vail’s grow ing reputation as a culinary gold mine, the hotel’s signature dining spot, Atw ater on Gore Creek, presents creative dishes w ith fresh, local ingredients, bursts of flavor and inventive tw ists. Small plates such as Fried Goat Cheese w ith tomato chutney or Colorado honey and dates are perfect palate pleasers.

And entrees such as Rainbow Trout w ith ginger kale, celery root puree and apple fries leave diners satisfied. All are designed to pair w ith an eclectic collection of craft beers. How ever, the restaurant goes above and beyond simply o ffering handcrafted brew s.

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5-Week Beginning Adult Ballet Class at The School of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Performing Arts - Aspen, CO AlpenGLOW presented by The Sixth Annual Triumph Winterfest General - Vail, CO DAM's All That Glistens: A Century of Japanese Lacquer Visual Arts - Denver, CO DAM's Laura Letinsky: Still Life Photographs, 1997-2012 Visual Arts - Denver, CO Denver Botanic Gardens Free Days Gardening - Denver, CO Festival Italiano Festival - Lakew ood, CO

A Golden Celebration For information on year-round events and activities throughout Vail, as well as the special 50th Anniversary happenings around town, visit vail.com

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For starters, it has the largest selection of craft beer in Vail w ith a continuously rotating menu of drafts and bottles, ranging from w ell-know n selections to extremely hard-to-find brew s. The resort o ffers monthly beer seminars featuring brew ers from around the globe as w ell as a w eekly special called Friday Night Flights. Every Friday at Atw ater on Gore Creek, guests may sample a featured flight of Colorado, American and International craft beers for only $7.For on-the-go options, the resort’s Cascade Village Market and Café o ffers snacks and sundries as w ell as pastries, sandw iches, salads, co ffee and an assortment of soft drinks, beer and w ine. For après ski or a lighter dinner option, the cozy and comfortable Fireside Bar has signature cocktails, w ine, hand-crafted beers and shared plates from a tapas-style menu.

W hether your visit to Vail Cascade Resort involves the convenient ski-in/ski-out access this w inter or allow s you to enjoy the hiking, biking, fishing and creek-side lounging this summer, you are bound to enjoy the property’s breathtaking mountain setting.

Birthday Bennies One of the benefits of celebrating Vail’s 50th are extra hotel nights for mere pennies! Celebrate Vail Cascade Resort’s “Happy Birthday Vail” package by booking a fout-night winter say and add a fifth night for only 50 cents (vaild for stays between November 15, 2012-April 13, 2013), or book a two-night summer stay and add a third night for only 50 cents (valid for stays between April 14-August 31, 2013).

For more information, visit vailcascade.com or call 800.282.4183 TRAVEL PLANNER Vail Cascade Resort 1300 Westhaven Dr. Vail, Colorado 81657 970.476.7111 | vailcascade.com

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