As the streets of Beaver Creek and Vail empty out once school is back in session, the fall season is fully upon Colorado’s mountain towns. In this shoulder season – the few months between warm weather activities and ski season – Beaver Creek visitors have the opportunity to experience a plethora of fun activities, while...Read More

If you are headed up to the mountains, you probably hop right on I-70, as soon as you leave Denver International Airport.  You’ll cruise through the Denver area, catching glimpses of the Mile High City before making your way up in elevation and into the Rocky Mountains.  Twisting and turning through the beautiful vistas, time...Read More

When fresh powder hits the slopes, people flock to Colorado ski resorts by the tens of thousands. Summit County alone receives an average of 300 inches or 762 cm of snow per year, bringing winter vacationers and locals along with it. The winter season can be quite expensive here in the Rocky Mountains, and prices...Read More

It is finally winter in Colorado. Well, technically it’s still fall, but it is getting cold at least. The cold weather means Colorado ski resorts are either open or getting ready to open soon. Here are some opening dates for the Vail Valley and Summit County areas to help you start planning your Colorado winter...Read More

It’s fall, y’all. That means sweater weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and, specifically in Colorado, the best views of aspen trees changing of color throughout the mountains. If you have not seen it before, get ready to behold its golden glory. This is the perfect time of year to explore Colorado’s magnificent mountain peaks, and here...Read More

1. The Overlook The Overlook Restaurant sits at 11,274 on the top of Peak 9 at Breckenridge Ski Resort. This on-mountain restaurant features Asian-inspired foods that will be sure to warm you up and fuel you for the day. The Overlook has great options for vegetarians with menu items like Rocky Mountain Ramen and Overlook...Read More

Spring is in full swing here in Colorado! We have snowstorms, rain, sun, clouds, and everything in between! As we get less and less snow and more and more sun, the urge to get outside in this amazing place is getting stronger. COVID restrictions have decreased and hopefully, we can keep it that way. Fewer...Read More

When you think of spring break, you probably think about sandy beaches and sunburns. If you are looking for the ultimate unique spring break experience, Vail has it! As the effects of COVID-19 continue to challenge us in our day-to-day lives, there are still many adventures to be had here in Colorado. Skiing, snowshoeing, and...Read More

All of us at Peak 1 Express hope everyone enjoyed their holiday season.  We’re just now getting into prime ski time here in the Colorado Rockies, so if you’re planning a trip out soon you’ve got some great things to look forward to.  What can you enjoy aside from skiing and snowboarding this winter in...Read More

Lets start here: What is La Niña? Used to describe a cooling in the equatorial region of the Pacific Ocean, La Niña can result in an environmental phenonmenon that brings colder weather and more precipitation towards the Northwest during the winter months. On the other hand, the Southeast experiences a warmer winter than others during...Read More