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To Our Guests,
Mountain Management staff welcome you to the Vail Valley. Beautiful in winter, spring, summer and fall, and packed with year- round activities, this is a unique Colorado experience! A sanctuary for family and friends across all age groups, this glorious part of the world is culturally rich and promotes a healthy life style that draws visitors back year after year.
Mountain Management has been providing dedicated service and luxury accommodations in the Vail Valley’s best locations since 1997. We are excited to put our experience and resources to work for you!
Mountain Management is affiliated with The Travel Whisperer – a fully licensed and insured Concierge Travel Agency. Our agents are vacation experts in the following ski destinations: Vail, Beaver Creek, Aspen, Telluride, Steamboat Springs, Winter Park, Park City, Deer Valley, The Canyons, and Lake Tahoe; as well as world class Safari and Beach destinations.
We invite you to review the contents included in our guest directory. You will find a selection of activities and helpful information to make your stay with us even more enjoyable. If you are interested in anything you see here, or if you have questions that are left unanswered, please do not hesitate to contact one of our staff members on 970-688-5381.
You have chosen a world-class venue for your vacation, and we are ready to do all that we can to ensure your trip is everything you anticipated.
Warm Wishes, Dan Jackson CEO
Mountain Management Group
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Local Attractions and Activities
In addition to world-class skiing and snowboarding, the Rocky Mountains also provide an extraordinary backdrop for the following activities:
Snowmobiling
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Fly Fishing
Whitewater Rafting
Tennis
Horseback Riding
Mountain Biking
Backpacking
Dog Sledding
Ice Skating
Golf
Ice and Rock Climbing
Hot Air Balloon Trips
Rollerblading
Camping
Kayaking
Hiking/Adventure Ridge (Tubing/Ski Biking)
If you wish to book any of these activities or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact the concierge at 970-688-5193.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Emergencies
For any emergencies that threaten life or a structure, dial 911.
Alpine Mobile Physicians ................................................................................ 970-376-8376
Fire
Please familiarize yourself with the location of all exits. In the unlikely event of a fire, please move quickly and calmly to the nearest exit and call for help from the nearest home. Do not use any elevators. Immediately call 911 to report any fire or smoke.
AFTER CALLING 911, please call Mountain Management Group, LLC at 970-688-5193.
Tips for Better Health at High Altitude
Vail is located at an altitude of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) above sea level. Due to the lower levels of oxygen at this altitude, you may experience headaches, shortness of breath, fatigue, insomnia, and light-headedness. These symptoms can usually be treated with a low salt/high carbohydrate diet and increased water consumption. Always remember that the effects of altitude sickness are advanced by the consumption of alcohol and high levels of activity.
GUEST SERVICES
Bell Service and Baggage Handling
We’ll gladly help you out with your baggage at any time throughout your stay. We can also lighten your travel load by shipping your bags back home for you! Make sure to request this service through our concierge 24 hours in advance of your departure. (There is a charge for this service)
Check-Out / Check-In
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m., check-out time is 10:00 a.m.; late check outs can only be accommodated when purchased and/or approved 48 hours before the scheduled date of departure.
Concierge
Our Destination Host is happy to assist you with anything you need to have an incredible vacation. Our host is in the office from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, but can be made available anytime throughout your stay with advanced planning.
Dry Cleaning and Laundry
Please contact the host during normal business hours should you have any dry cleaning needs. Please note that service is not available Saturday, Sunday or holidays. Same-day service is not guaranteed, but we will do our absolute best to get your laundry back to you as promptly as possible.
Keys / Garage Door Openers
Each property will have 3 front door keys for guest use. At the end of your stay, please leave all 3 keys, parking passes (if applicable), and garage door openers in the home. Lost keys will be charged back to the rental guest at $45.00 per set. Lost garage door openers, proxy cards, and laminated parking passes will be billed at $195.00 per item.
Swimming Pools and Spa Services
Our staff can book reservations at a variety of spas in the area. Please see the “Spa and Massage” section in the back of this directory. There are a handful of pools throughout the Vail area, and we would be happy to coordinate any travel or planning as needed. Dial 970-688-5193 during normal business hours for more information.
Telephone Service / Policies
Local calls are free of charge. Calling cards are strongly suggested for all international or long-distance calls. (Guests who choose to use in-home phones for international and long distance calls will be billed at 25% above the standard rate).
FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE
Like all buildings, hotels can have fires. Plan what to do when you check in. You won’t have time to plan during a fire.
First, find two exits nearest your room. Be sure they are unlocked and unblocked.
Then, count doors between your room and exits so you’ll have a reference point if it’s smoky.
When you hear an alarm, act, don’t investigate.
If fire is in your room, get out and close the door. Once out, report the fire.
If fire is not in your room, leave if you can. First, feel your door. If it’s cool, open it slowly and go to the nearest exit. Crawl in smoke. Fresh air will be at the floor. Take your key so you can go back if you can’t use your exits.
Never use elevators during a fire. They could stop at the fire floor. If your room door is hot, don’t open it. Your room may be the safest place to be. Seal all cracks with wet towels. Shut off fans and air conditioners. Signal at your window. Call the Fire Department and wait to be rescued.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Check with the Vail Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Vail at www.vailchamber.org.
Check with the Beaver Creek Chamber of Commerce for specific dates and times for Beaver Creek at www.beavercreekchamber.org.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
The mountains of Colorado are among the most beautiful parts of America and we hope you will enjoy every minute of your visit. But some of the very features that make the high country so attractive may cause problems unless you recognize and know how to prevent them.
Here’s why:
As you go higher, barometric pressure decreases, the air becomes thinner, and less oxygen is available. It’s also colder and drier, and the ultraviolet rays from the sun are stronger. Each of these changes may have an unpleasant effect on your body.
This can cause Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), which can affect anyone.
Altitude
Many popular resorts are 8,000 to 9,500 feet above sea level; Breckenridge sits at 9600 feet above sea level, home to the highest lift in North America, Imperial Express at 12,480 feet.
You will probably notice that your breathing is faster or more profound, and you may feel short of breath, especially when you exercise. This is the body’s first and most effective response to altitude. Your heart is likely to beat faster also; this is a helpful normal reaction.
However, you may also develop a headache, nausea, or unusual tiredness; some people even have trouble sleeping. Depending on the altitude, 20 to 40% of all visitors from near sea level have one or several of these symptoms, which we call Acute Mountain Sickness or AMS. Many sufferers describe AMS as similar to a severe hangover.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
Sponsored by: Bluebird Oxygen
In high-altitude environments, you may experience:
• Dizziness Vomiting Confusion
• Headache Loss of Fun Shortness of Breath
• Nausea Fatigue Difficulty Breathing
Take it easy for the first day or two. Reduce alcohol, caffeine, and salty foods. Drink more water than usual. Salt causes your body to retain fluid (edema), which increases the severity of altitude illness.
Above all – listen to your body! Don’t push. If you feel worse and worse, get help!
Minor altitude symptoms occasionally become life-threatening.
Temperature
The sun has more power in the thin air, and a bad sunburn can spoil your stay. No matter how tanned you may be, use a protective cream. “Cold sores” are aggravated at high altitudes but might be prevented by a medication (Acyclovir) that your doctor can prescribe. Snow blindness –sunburn of the eyes – is a real danger, especially on new snow, and even on foggy or cloudy days. Wear sunglasses or goggles with ultraviolet protection.
Temperature falls about three degrees Fahrenheit for every 1,000 feet of altitude and can get cold very fast. Take extra clothes. Hypothermia (low body temperature) can occur even in the summer if you are wet, wind-chilled, hungry, tired, or poorly dressed. The warning signs are clumsiness, trouble thinking or talking clearly, irritability, and confusion.
Watch for these signs in each other. If in doubt, stop, warm up, eat, and drink – and if necessary, send for help.
Most people dress appropriately in winter, but be sure boots and gloves are not wet or too tight. If you lose sensation in your face, fingers, or toes, stop, look for frostbite (numb, cold, white areas), and take time to warm up.
Water
The crisp mountain air is exhilarating, but it’s also very dry. You lose much more water than you realize in exhaled air and from sweating. Maintaining body water is essential, so drink two or three times more than usual. Fill your canteen in the hotel. Don’t drink from streams. Juices and water are better than tea, coffee, or alcohol. Remember that at high altitudes, one alcoholic drink does the work of two.
HIGH ALTITUDE TIPS
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Injuries
Accidents can happen at any time to anyone, but they are more common when you are cold, tired, or hungry. Remember that lack of oxygen can impair your judgement, leading you to do foolish things. Whether hiking, skiing, playing golf, or tennis, give your body plenty of food and water to function efficiently. Don’t keep going when you’re very tired; quit while you’re ahead.
Illness
Of course, you are as likely to get a cold, flu, or upset stomach in the mountains as you are at home. But altitude illness feels very much like flu, or a hangover, and it can be a lot more serious. If you have any doubts, get medical help. Don’t let ignorance or carelessness spoil your stay.
There is great personal joy, beauty, and spiritual peace in the mountains. Treat yourself with respect and enjoy your stay.
High Altitude Tips and Tricks
• Drink plenty of water. Dehydration is more likely to occur at higher elevations.
• Alcohol may worsen the likelihood of dehydration.
• Some medications, like Diamox, can help with AMS, but they must be started before reaching high altitude.
• Check with your doctor ahead of time.
Rent an oxygen concentrator from Bluebird Oxygen, which can be ready upon arrival. It serves 2 guests and helps during sleep.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
Vail – The largest single-mountain resort in the U.S. with 5,289 acres of skiable terrain, including Vail’s Front Side, famous Back Bowls, and Blue Sky Basin.
Beaver Creek – Located just 10 miles west of Vail. Offers great skiing with virtually no lift lines. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll find everything you want at Beaver Creek plus a genuinely friendly atmosphere.
Adventure Ridge – Located on Vail mountain at Eagle’s Nest. Among the winter activities offered are: ice skating, tubing, ski biking, kid’s snowmobile tours, and snowshoeing. In the summer: climbing wall, rebound trampoline, pony rides, disc golf, and more. Adventure Ridge offers a variety of restaurants and operates during the day as well as most evenings. Contact the Mountain Information Center at 970-754-8245 for more information.
Walking Mountains Science Center – Located in Avon, this five-acre site provides the community with a place for hands-on learning and discovery. The campus boasts a wetland area, Buck Creek, aspen forests, and an indoor discovery center. For class schedule or hours of operation, call 970-827-9725.
Nature Discovery Center – Discover the wild side of Vail at this high mountain yurt next to the Eagle’s Nest gondola. Summer nature hikes and winter snowshoe tours available. Open seasonally. Call 970-754-4675 x 10 for schedule.
Vail Nature Center – Located across Gore Creek from the Ford Amphitheater. This five-acre preserve features trails and a visitor center that hosts daily programs on topics such as wildflowers, birds, and beavers. Call 970-479-2291 for hours of operation.
Mountain Statistics
Vail Beaver Creek
Skiable Terrain 5,289 acres 1,815 acres
Elevation at Base 8,120 feet
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skiers/hour
Hours of Operation 9:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. 8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Back Bowls close at 3:00 P.M.
Blue Sky Basin closes at 2:30 P.M.
Snowsports School
Resort Information Center
970-754-8245
970-754-8245
Children’s Programs
970-754-5300
970-754-4636
Vail: Children have their own special mountain areas such as Coyote Crossing at Lionshead, and Animal Kingdom at Golden Peak in Vail. Three to six-year-olds can join the Mogul Mice beginner’s class or the Super Stars class for those who are more advanced. Six to 13-year-olds can join an all-day class including lunch. Non-skiing children from two months to six years can spend the day at the Small World Day Care at Golden Peak (970-754-3200 x 1).
Beaver Creek: Beaver Creek offers lessons with grouping by age and ability so everyone has a great time (970-7545462). There are specially designed areas for children only with magical mountain adventures featuring fun ski-through attractions and NASTAR races. Non-skiing children from two months to six years receive excellent professional care and enjoy plenty of indoor and outdoor exercise at the Small World Play School. Call 970-754-5325.
PLAY EAT Shop
August 7, 8, 9
Main Street Station and The Village at Breckenridge
July 3, 4, 5
