Golden Ticket To First Tracks On Christmas
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Golden Ticket To First Tracks On Christmas

Skiing first tracks is a magical, almost mythical experience.  It’s even more spectacular watching the sun rise over the mountains on a fresh blanket of snow on Christmas morning. Several years ago my friend Robert Purdy, GM of Park Hyatt Beaver Creek (one of my favorite hotels in the world!), gave me a special gift … Continue reading →

Fall In Love With Breck
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Fall In Love With Breck

Breckenridge, Colorado is one of my favorite mountain towns, especially this time of year. The crisp air, changing leaves, gorgeous days, and sweater weather make fall my favorite season. Golden aspen leaves glistening in the sunshine on a glorious fall day is hard to beat.   My friend Melissa and I headed out on a … Continue reading →

Cottonwood Pass
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Cottonwood Pass

One of my favorite drives in Colorado in the summer is up and over Cottonwood Pass.  The drive through this mountain wonderland is a shortcut to Crested Butte and Taylor Park Reservoir. At the summit, elevation is 12,126 feet high. Be prepared for chilly and windy conditions. You’ll probably need a jacket, even in the … Continue reading →