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Aspen Occupancy Down 5.5% as International Boycotts and Weak Snowfall Hit Bookings

Michael Fulton

Aspen Occupancy Down 5.5% as International Boycotts and Weak Snowfall Hit Bookings

Aspen's winter season is tracking 5.5% behind last year through January, with Australian tour operators reporting boycotts related to US politics and a 30% drop in American bookings. Hotels are maintaining revenue by raising rates, but the combination of political sentiment, unfavourable exchange rates, and Colorado's poor early-season snowfall has dampened what's typically the resort's strongest period for international visitors.

Colorado
United States
Aspen
Outside renderings of the residence at Chalet Alpina

Michael Fulton

Aspen's Chalet Alpina: Another Ultra-Luxury Development in a Saturated Market

Construction of Chalet Alpina, a new luxury hotel and residential complex, is underway at Aspen Snowmass. While promising high-end amenities and ski-in/ski-out access, it raises questions about affordability and the future direction of this already exclusive ski town.

Colorado
United States
Aspen
Aspen Snowmass Announces Around $80 Million In Improvements

Michael Fulton

Aspen Snowmass Invests $80 Million in Resort Upgrades

Aspen Snowmass announces major improvements for the 2025-26 season, including new lifts at Snowmass, lodge renovations, and resort-wide enhancements to elevate the skiing experience.

Aspen Snowmass
Colorado
Aspen
Winter Park's $37 Million Snowmaking Upgrade Extends Ski Season

Michael Fulton

Winter Park's $37 Million Snowmaking Upgrade Extends Ski Season

Winter Park Resort has invested $37 million in snowmaking upgrades, enabling earlier openings and later closings. The investment aims to extend the ski season, with the resort now boasting one of the longest seasons in Colorado.

Colorado
Vail
Aspen
Winter Park

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