Canines rule in ski/mountain towns, and Aspen is no exception. If you’re visiting, you’ll find that clean, well-behaved dogs are welcome in many businesses, including hotels like the Limelight and sister property The Little Nell. There are literally dozens of dog-friendly hikes in the Aspen area, and I’ve highlighted some of my faves in this […]
As the ski mountains shut down, Aspen locals are ready to get back into hiking shape. Many locals (from kids to grandparents) plan annual hikes between Aspen and Crested Butte, an 11+ mile jaunt that also features 3,200 feet in elevation gain. So, yes, hiking shape is important around here! Favorite Hikes Favorite day hikes […]
Packing for a trip to the mountains necessitates careful planning, no matter what the season. Whether you’re an outdoor warrior or a sedentary sightseer, a summer visit to Aspen requires specific items to provide protection from the high-altitude sun (and rain, wind, or even snow….you can never be certain what the skies will bring on […]
I am a sleeper. My friends make fun of me for needing a minimum of 9-10 hours of sleep to function. Once the lifts have shut down after the winter season, it’s my time to turn off the alarm on my iPhone and enjoy lazy weekend days. When I do finally wake up, I’m always […]
Author and fly fishing enthusiast John D. Voelker (better known by his pen name, Robert Traver) once said, “The best time to go fishing is when you can get away.” Anytime you can escape the hustle and bustle of your daily routine, you should grab that opportunity with both hands and not let go. If […]
Aspen is one of the best places in Colorado to test your photography skills. With its famous peaks, world-class skiing, and charming town, there are countless opportunities. So where do we start? We recently sat down with Jeremy Swanson, a professional photographer in Aspen, to get some pointers about capturing photos, whether you’re an amateur […]
Aspen is definitely renowned for its party scene. Both the Apres-Ski Cocktail Classic and the prestigious Annual Food & Wine Classic call Aspen home, and for good reason. Aspen’s amazing bars, restaurants, and clubs are some of the best in the world. First Stop The first stop on any Aspen bar crawl has got to […]
Ski towns simply don’t have a shortage of pizza. Between après, late night revelry, and the need for on-the-go lunches (all the better to get you back to your outdoor recreational pursuit of choice), a slice is never more than a few minutes’ walk, stumble, or schuss away. Aspen is no exception, with everything from […]
Aspen Snowmass, as a resort, is a great place for beginners to learn to ski. The slopes aren’t as crowded as some of the other Colorado resorts, so beginners have some space to learn the progression from “pizza” to “french fries.” If the references to snacks don’t resonate with you, that means you should probably […]
For the uninitiated, Nordic skiing is “any type of skiing that isn’t downhill, aka alpine, skiing. It refers to non-fixed heel sports such as ski jumping, cross-country, skate-skiing, alpine touring (AT), and telemarking. Snowshoeing is a gray area, because it’s not skiing, but it is considered a Nordic sport,” says Chris Frado Executive Director/President of […]
Seafood in the heart of the Rocky Mountains? While this might sound like a red flag, I’m here to tell you that it’s actually one of Aspen’s best bets. Matsuhisa I could almost stop writing this post after explaining to you that the venerable Nobu Matsuhisa has an outpost in Aspen, and can often be […]
Aspen has a rep for extreme sports and nightlife, but we also embrace our soft side. Whether you’re on a first date or a 50th anniversary getaway, the following places are seriously romantical. Check out our top spots below. Element 47 bar, The Little Nell It’s all about nabbing seats at the two-tops along the wall; […]
