/Pass is a new way to go global
The Ikon Pass from Alterra Mountain Company has announced exciting new additions to its collection of iconic ski and snowboard destinations, including expansion into Japan and Australia.
A single pass that allows season-long access to a host of great resorts around the globe, the Ikon Pass starts at $699 and goes up to $999.
From a week-long vacation to unlimited days, the Ikon Pass was built with the guest in mind, to provide the best experience possible. With 35 destinations, in 12 US states, four Canadian provinces, on three continents, the Ikon Pass is the gateway to a like-minded community, enduring memories, and the most iconic destinations on the planet.
“The Ikon Pass is expanding and we are thrilled to jump start the 2018/2019 ski and snowboard season by adding more premier destinations for pass holders, now giving access to iconic terrain across three continents,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer of Alterra Mountain Company. “The Ikon Pass is an ideal way for visitors to North America to enjoy a long stay or explore a number of destinations in one visit.” TAOS SKI VALLEY Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico will join the Ikon Pass community for winter 2018/2019, offering expanded access across the Rockies from British Columbia to New Mexico. Taos is the southern gateway to the Rocky Mountains, nestled in an intimate valley where Spanish Colonial and Native American history meet a European village. The mountain boasts over 100 trails, including expert hike-to terrain on Kachina Peak. Taos Ski Valley is in the midst of a $300 million overhaul with new infrastructure and updated amenities, including the recently opened ski-in/ski-out hotel, The Blake, and a new high-speed quad chairlift for winter 2018/2019. EXPERIENCE JAPAN’S RENOWNED DEEP POWDER AT NISEKO UNITED Ikon Pass holders will now have access to terrain across three continents with the addition of Niseko United, located on Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido. Niseko United is regarded as Japan’s premier mountain destination and is comprised of four ski resorts located on one mountain – Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village and Annupuri. Japan is home to some of the planet’s most plentiful and light snow, making Niseko United a bucket list destination for any skier and rider on the hunt for fresh powder. Niseko United receives 50+ feet of snowfall every winter with just 7% of water content from crystallized moisture picked up from the Sea of Japan. Multimillion dollar investments in accommodation and infrastructure make Niseko United an excellent destination for families and powder hounds. THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, MIDWEST AND NORTHEAST The Ikon Pass community has expanded to all corners of the THE LIMELIGHT HOTEL SNOWMASS – OPENING WINTER 2018: Last spring, Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) began construction on the new Limelight Hotel Snowmass for a scheduled completion date of November 2018. The new hotel will feature 99 hotel rooms and 11 for-sale condominiums, plus a new restaurant and children’s game area. Modelled on the company’s existing properties in Aspen and Ketchum, Idaho, the hotel will be located next to Snowmass Mountain’s Elk Camp Gondola providing ski-in/ski-out access. The new hotel property will remain consistent with the Limelight brand States with the addition of The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington, Cypress Mountain in British Columbia and Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan. Plus, access to Loon Mountain in New Hampshire and Sugarloaf and Sunday River in Maine just tripled, too.
The Ikon Pass with go up in price next month, so book before then to save. Access to each destination varies, please visit www.ikonpass. com for full details and pricing. featuring amenities and extras such as an expanded continental breakfast, après ski deals, live music, adventure activities such as First Tracks and Inside Tracks, a ski concierge as well as pet-friendly rooms.
Rooms at the new hotel will cost from $350 / £269 per night – including breakfast and transportation to Aspen airport, town and three area ski mountains. www.limelighthotels.com/snowmass.