Ski with world class skier Garret Bartelt as your guide on the slopes of Aspen/Snowmass – December 10-14, 2011 – family, friends & couples!

Best of Both Ski Holidays don’t come much better than this. Escape the pre Christmas hubbub for a 5 day 4 night retreat and ski your socks off in Aspen /Snowmass by day followed by après ski and gourmet dinners in the evening. Ski with world-class skier Garret Bartelt and get your season off to an exciting start. The emphasis will be on skiing as much of the vast Colorado area as possible and honing your skills in the powder or the epic groomers of the area. Come and see why this will be a once in a life time holiday you won’t be disappointed! Be ahead of the crowds and enjoy relatively empty slopes with no lift lines. We use our local knowledge of both slope and weather conditions to optimize your trip for every client every time.

With our experience, knowledge and excellent facilities we insure that when you ski with us, you know you’re in the hands of experts. Best of Both Ski Holiday’s philosophy is time on the slopes with minimum hassle- we can legitimately claim to know precisely what we’re doing. The smallest details make a huge difference on a short break and we have been getting it right for years.

Aspen/Snowmass

Famous for its history, diverse terrain, amazing restaurants and legendary nightlife, Aspen/Snowmass is one of the most well known resort destinations in the world. You have four mountains to choose from: Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk – rising up from the Roaring Fork Valley, offering a combined 5,285 acres which include eight terrain parks, four half pipes and 336 marked trails via 46 lifts. Aspen/Snowmass is located 220 miles southwest of Denver, Colorado, and is easily accessible by two of the most convenient mountain airports – Aspen/Pitkin County (three miles from Aspen/Snowmass) and Eagle County (70 miles from Aspen/Snowmass).

While Aspen/Snowmass, Colorado is known as a travel destination frequented by the rich and famous, many of Aspen’s visitors know this beautiful Colorado mountain town for it’s extensive mix of arts programs, cultural events, and cosmopolitan nightlife. What’s more, Aspen/Snowmass has a variety of restaurants, shopping, lodging and nightlife that caters to a range of budgets and experiences. Aspen/Snowmass is a small town with a big reputation. Tucked away in Colorado’s Elk Mountain range, Aspen/Snowmass is defined by its majestic mountains, a variety of outdoor activities, robust history and artistic culture. It is Colorado’s most picturesque and vibrant year-round resort.

You can do it!

While not pushing you beyond your abilities, we will encourage you to ski the best you can in the best terrain available. From moving across the mountain on the perfect corduroy to finding the mind blowing powder lines, we will make sure you come out of each day with a smile on your face!

Short Ski Week team in Aspen/Snowmass

Based in Aspen/Snowmass is our team of hosts who are chosen for their friendliness and professionalism as well as depth of knowledge of the area and their ability to get things right every time. You’ll first meet your host at the airport. He or she will then travel with you to your hotel. En route you’ll be given a ski orientation program and we will take you straight to your lodging. Depending on your time of arrival we will have organized either a late dinner or a light dinner in your room.

Your host will deliver your ski passes early the next morning and arrange for ski and boot hire if needed. In addition to the expert staff at Gene Taylor Sports, we will double check all your gear and make sure you are on the right set up. We’ll also give you the latest news on snow conditions for your day of skiing. Our aim is to make your ski vacation as hassle free and relaxing as possible.

Highlights of the Tour:

• Ski with world class skier Garret Bartelt on the slopes of Aspen/Snowmass! Enjoy your private tour of the mountain from epic carving on the groomers to off the beaten path powder runs. He will spend time with each client to insure skier compatibility so weather your a beginner or expert you will get to ski the best terrain for your ability. Garret is a past World Extreme Skiing competitor as well as Rocky Mountain Masters Downhill Champion and knows the valley inside and out. After 13 years of skiing of 100 plus days a year in the Aspen/Snowmass area, Garret is returning to ski with a lucky few Best of Both Adventures clients. Space is limited so don’t miss this opportunity and sign up today!
• Enjoy a secluded lunch in the backcountry of the Roaring Fork Valley in the one of a kind Best of Both Expedition Vehicle. Gourmet chef Dez Bartelt will prepare a special lunch out of the 8×8 remote access vehicles just for this special retreat. Come check out the rig and talk to Garret about its epic journeys both present and past. You won’t believe this truck and you get to be a part of its historic adventures!
• What else’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ’til you get them. Want us to be a little more specific?
• All Ski in Ski out Accommodations
• 4 nights you spend with us is included in the price of your trip. Best of all: you never have to make the bed!
• Signature Best of Both Guides: Guide(s), who are adept at wearing many hats. They’ll show you the way, handle the behind-the-scenes logistics and look after your every need. Want your return flight reconfirmed or curious about where to find the region’s best shop? Just ask.
• Great Meals We include all meals where it makes sense, yet we understand that going off on your own to make a great discovery is rewarding, too. So sometimes we leave room for exploring on your own.
• On every Best of Both trip, wine (delicious and well-chosen) can be included with meals with the wine option package.
• From One Leg to the Next All transfers are included as well as baggage handling.
• Some may not have the ski equipment. Not to worry your guide will insure you have the best demo equipment all included in the package price.
• On mountain 3 day ski pass with a option of a 4th day(not included).
• 1 complimentary message
• 1 complimentary · Saunas · Health club with steam room
• Wireless Internet

We look after everyone who helps us along the way, including tips. We grease the wheels wherever it’s necessary—so all you have to worry about is having fun.

Everything you need to know before a trip will be sent to travelers. Our Trip Planner is filled with local information and a dry run of each trip the week before it departs. This way, the only surprises on your trip are good ones.

Daily briefs Each morning, our guides brief you on the day’s options. We like to do this quietly, one-on-one, so you never get the feeling you’re in a meeting. There’s enough of that at the office.

Luuxery resort for Dec 10 to the 14th best of both ski getaway trip

Website: http://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/snowmass

Space is limited so call or email today! 787 823 0610

5 days, 4 nights $2500 based on double occupancy

Please contact info@dezbartelt.com for full details