Latest articles about Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts Closes Crans-Montana Early Despite Great Snow, Drawing Anger From Swiss Locals

Michael Fulton

April 10, 2026

Vail Resorts Closes Crans-Montana Early Despite Great Snow, Drawing Anger From Swiss Locals

Vail Resorts has shut down Crans-Montana's 2024-25 ski season on Easter Monday despite strong snow conditions, sparking a backlash from local businesses, ski schools, and residents. A Change.org petition gathered over 1,200 signatures calling for an extension, but the American operator stuck to its scheduled closing date. Other resorts in the same Swiss canton are staying open - some for weeks longer - adding fuel to growing frustration with Vail's management since acquiring the resort in 2024.

Europe

Vail Resorts

Switzerland

Crans Montana

Vail Mountain Names Shaydar Edelmann as New COO After Beth Howard's 41-Year Career

Michael Fulton

April 9, 2026

Vail Mountain Names Shaydar Edelmann as New COO After Beth Howard's 41-Year Career

Vail Mountain has announced a leadership change at the top, with Beth Howard retiring after 41 years and Shaydar Edelmann stepping in as the new Chief Operating Officer. Howard's career shaped much of what Vail Resorts looks like today - from signature dining to major lift upgrades. Edelmann arrives with 25 years in the snow sports industry, most recently running Heavenly Mountain Resort, and a CV that stretches across California and back to New Zealand.

Colorado

Vail

Vail Resorts

Michael Fulton

April 26, 2025

Vail Resorts Reports Mixed Results for 2024-25 Ski Season

Vail Resorts has reported a decrease in skier visits but an increase in revenue for the 2024-25 winter season, highlighting the strength of their season pass program amidst changing visitation patterns.

North America

Colorado

Vail Resorts

Michael Fulton

January 6, 2025

Park City Ski Patrol Strike Hitting Vail Resorts Where It Hurts

The ongoing ski patrol strike at Park City Mountain Resort has created significant operational challenges for Vail Resorts during peak season. With patrollers demanding higher wages and only 50 of 350 trails initially open, this labor dispute highlights broader challenges facing one of North America's largest ski resort operators.

Vail Resorts

Utah

Park City

Michael Fulton

January 1, 2025

Park City Ski Patrol Strike Disrupts Operations at Vail's Largest Resort

The Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association's strike has entered its fifth day, severely impacting operations at Park City Mountain Resort. With approximately 200 patrol members striking for better wages and benefits, Vail Resorts faces mounting pressure as limited terrain access and long lift lines frustrate guests.

Vail Resorts

Park City