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

Summit County holds some of the best towns, resorts, and slopes in the world, such as Copper Mountain, Keystone with the night lights, Beaver Creek, and of course, good ol’ Breckenridge. Right down the street from Beaver is Vail. These towns cater well to the many people that travel to these destinations during the winter...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

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

A ski vacation can rack up some bills if you don’t plan ahead.  Between renting ski equipment, lodging, transportation, and your lift passes, you’ll do yourself a favor by booking all aspects of your vacation a few months in advance.  Here are some ways to save money when you plan ahead for your holiday ski...Read More

You are planning a trip to Colorado this fall to visit some family and friends to do some autumn leaf peeping, Rocky Mountain National Park adventure, or any of the other fun activities the state has to offer.  Whatever the reason for your visit to Colorado is, there is some planning you may have to...Read More

Tips on Traveling to Colorado This Winter During the Coronavirus Pandemic With the world the way it is this year, one thing we can still get excited about is the upcoming 2020-2021 ski season here in Colorado. It’s a great time to start planning your winter vacation to the Rocky Mountains in the upcoming months. ...Read More

If you have ever wanted to travel to the rocky mountains for spring break you may notice that there are a lot of costs that can add up and make your spring break quite pricey. Colorado has blown up as a spring break destination and will definitely give you a vacation that is one of...Read More

Road trips are a great way to see all of the beauty that Colorado has to offer. The tricky is part is to determine the best route to see the most of the Rockies without spending too much time in your vehicle. We have outlined the ultimate Colorado road trip, and the best part about...Read More