Telluride Has Been Called “The Most Beautiful Place You’ll Ever Ski”
It’s snowing in Telluride, and this fact has the whole town buzzing with excitement. Fresh powder means only one thing to this western Colorado town-it’s time to hit the slopes. With a summit elevation of 12,260 feet and 1,700 acres of skiable terrain, Telluride is a paradise for skiers and boarders. But, let’s face it; Telluride does have a lot to offer other than its annual 300 inches of snow. If you’re planning your next ski vacation, Telluride tops your destination list for many reasons. Colorado’s Favorite: The state of Colorado is synonymous with skiing, and for good reason. The Rocky Mountains fill the western half of the state with one ski town after another, leaving you with many destination choices for a ski vacation. So, what makes Telluride stand out among the best? The historic feel of Telluride will literally take y fullfast ou back to the days of the Wild West. Old saloons and historic buildings line Main Street, serving as sheltered remnants of the town’s historic mining days. Still, new life comes to Telluride in the form of luxury hotels, fine spas, and five-star restaurants. But, the town knows how to combine the new with the old by blending simple, old-fashioned cheer with refined, elegant tastes. The result is a town that knows how to have fun, both on the slopes and off, creating a laid-back vibe that immediately attaches itself to visitors. Still, what’s best about Telluride is that it’s off the beaten path. You won’t fight long lines of tourist traffic on Main Street (in fact, the town’s free gondola is the main mode of transportation), and you will finally get to experience what it’s like to ski in peaceful (and often very private) beauty.