Curbed: All Posts by Nina PearlmanLove where you live2019-12-10T09:06:00-05:00https://archive.curbed.com/authors/nina-pearlman/rss2019-12-10T09:06:00-05:002019-12-10T09:06:00-05:00The Curbed guide to Colorado ski country
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<p>The Rocky Mountain magic is about much more than snow</p> <p class="p--has-dropcap p-large-text" id="KbqB3t">When the flakes start flying in early winter in Colorado, the Centennial State’s ski areas fire up the chairlifts to welcome millions of skiers and snowboarders. More skiers <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2019/05/02/rocky-mountain-skiing-visitor-numbers-2018-2019/">hit the slopes in Colorado</a> than in any other state—and for good reason. Majestic peaks tower above historic, walkable towns that are packed with shops, restaurants, and parks. </p>
<p id="ofkWdf">But Colorado ski country is big, and that’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to plan a visit, from <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/12/10/20897033/best-ski-resorts-colorado-aspen-telluride-vail-breckenridge">which town you should choose</a>—and which <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/11/4/20897038/vacation-rental-ski-airbnb-vrbo-breckenridge-vail-aspen">cozy vacation rental</a> or <a href="https://www.curbed.com/maps/colorado-hotels-best-ski-lodging-breckenridge-aspen-vail">hotel</a> you should stay in—to the <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/11/27/20897031/things-to-do-colorado-aspen-telluride-winter-park-vail">best activities on and off the snow</a> and even a <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/1/2/18147104/mountain-architecture-ski-town-colorado-utah-wyoming">primer on the local architecture</a>.</p>
<p id="wc0Zzn">We explore <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/12/10/20897033/best-ski-resorts-colorado-aspen-telluride-vail-breckenridge">which mountains</a> excel in learn-to-ski programs and which are better for experts seeking steep chutes and untracked, wide-open bowls. For those looking for seclusion, we chose our favorite <a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/12/5/20897042/colorado-hut-trips-backcountry-hut-ski-winter">backcountry huts</a>: Though you have to travel by foot to reach each of them, these remote stays range from rustic to downright luxurious. </p>
<p id="w8kMXy"><a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/11/27/20897031/things-to-do-colorado-aspen-telluride-winter-park-vail">Non-skiers</a> have plenty of options in ski country, too, thanks to top-notch museums, hot springs, and ice rinks. Walk down the picturesque streets of Breckenridge, Telluride, or Aspen and you’ll find Instagram-worthy<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.curbed.com/2019/1/2/18147104/mountain-architecture-ski-town-colorado-utah-wyoming">Victorians</a>, bustling saloons in old mining huts, and world-renowned art galleries. </p>
<p id="Ju32sn">Concern yourself with a powdery run, a breathtaking view, or a crackling fire—because for everything else, we’ve got you covered. <em>—Megan Barber</em></p>
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<h5 id="JWwg7c"><strong>CREDITS</strong></h5>
<p id="pfmzTM"><small><strong>Writers:</strong></small><small> Megan Barber, Daliah Singer</small><br><small><strong>Editors:</strong></small><small> Megan Barber, Kayleen Schaefer, Mercedes Kraus</small><br><small><strong>Project management:</strong></small><small> Nina Pearlman</small><br><small><strong>Art direction:</strong></small><small> Alyssa Nassner</small><br><small><strong>Photo editing:</strong></small><small> Audrey Levine</small><br><small><strong>Copy editing: </strong></small><small>Emma Alpern</small><br><small><strong>Engagement:</strong></small><small> Jessica Gatdula, Stephanie Griffin, Sharell Jeffrey</small></p>
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