How to get the most out of your Colorado ski vacation

Colorado is a beautiful, nature-filled, scenic, adrenaline-filled state with so much to offer!

Taking a ski vacation to this picturesque state can be quite expensive, so visitors will want to optimize their time spent visiting gorgeous Colorado by following a few tips.

1. Drink a lot of water! Most mountains in Colorado sit at a base elevation of over 7,00 feet. This means at the bottom of the lift, you are still well over a mile above sea level, and at the top of the mountain you could be as high as 13,000 feet! People tend to get altitude sickness and become dehydrated when travelling to these high altitude environments. This is why it is important to drink water when travelling to the mountains so you can spend your vacation at 100% health.
2. Know your information! Spend the days prior to your trip researching the mountain that you will be visiting, the ski shops in the area, mountain shuttle options and the dining establishments. Most mountain towns have a visitor center with many locals that can give you the inside scoop on the town’s happenings.
3. Bring layers! The weather in Breckenridge and Colorado in general is very finicky. One day it is sunny in the 60’s and the next day there is an 18 inch blizzard, with high temperatures below zero. It is always best to come prepared for whatever the day may bring. It is easier to remove layers while skiing then trying to add layers.
4. Plan your trip during a slow time! Though it may not be possible to travel to Colorado during the non-peak times, these are the best times to ski. The mountains tend to crowd during holiday weeks and weekends, as well as spring break time. Travelling outside of these times creates shorter lines, less traffic on the runs, and less wait time in restaurants! These are just a few, simple tricks to help make your vacation as amazing as possible!