Best Summer Activities in Vail Besides Skiing

June 26, 2024

Exploring the Outdoors: Hiking and Biking While Vail is renowned for its winter skiing, the summer season reveals an entirely different yet equally captivating side of this beautiful mountain town. One of the most popular ways to explore Vail's scenic ...

Preparing for the Next Ski Season: Tips and Tricks to Get Ready for the Upcoming Ski Season in Vail

June 12, 2024

Ski Season Preparation: Equipment Check and Maintenance Preparing for the upcoming ski season in Vail begins with ensuring your equipment is in top condition. Regular maintenance and early checks can prevent last-minute issues on the slopes. First, ...

Benefits of Renting Ski Gear in Vail: Why Renting Ski Gear in Vail is a Smart Choice

May 29, 2024

Vail, Colorado, is renowned for its world-class ski slopes, attracting skiers from around the globe. While owning ski gear may seem advantageous, renting offers numerous benefits that cater to both seasoned skiers and newcomers. Renting ski gear in Vail ...

Top Ski Rental Tips for Your Vail Vacation

May 15, 2024

Selecting the Right Ski Rental Shop Choosing the right ski rental shop is crucial for a hassle-free ski vacation in Vail, Colorado. With numerous rental options available, consider these tips to ensure you pick the best one: Location and convenience ...

Ask a Local: Exciting Changes for the 2021-2022 Ski Season

June 12, 2021

Due to the pandemic, we have had to adapt to a lot of changes over the last year. With the advent of the vaccine, restrictions are slowly being lifted and life is returning to being “more normal.” Here are a few things that we are looking forward to in ...

Ask A Local: Fact Checking Hallmark’s Movie, Winter in Vail

May 12, 2021

As many of you know, watching Hallmark movies around the winter holidays is a MUST. That is why we at American Ski Exchange were elated when a Hallmark movie was filmed in our hometown of Vail - just steps from our ski shop! Yes, “Mean Girls’” Lacey ...

Ask A Local: Best Hot Chocolate in Vail

March 15, 2021

Nothing is more satisfying than that first drink of piping hot chocolate after a cold day on the slopes. It will warm you from your head to the tip of your toes. Below are a list of our favorite places to have hot chocolate in Vail Village. Each has its ...

Ask A Local: Best Runs on Vail Mountain for Beginners

December 14, 2020

We know that skiing Vail Mountain as a beginner can be a little daunting. However, we, at American Ski Exchange, can help you navigate the vast terrain. It is our recommendation to stay on the front side of Vail Mountain. If you venture to the back side, ...

Ask A Local: Best 2020-21 Winter Festivals and Activities in the Surrounding Areas of Vail

December 11, 2020

1) Ullr Fest in Breckenridge, CO Ullr Fest: https://gobreck.com/event/ullr-fest/ Dates: December 9th - 19th, 2020 Breckenridge Ullr Fest is scheduled for December 9th-19th, 2020. Every year - for the last fifty-seven years - Breckenridge ...

Ask A Local: Best Places in Vail for a Night Out on the Town

December 7, 2020

A weekend getaway to Vail is the perfect time to let loose. After a day on the slopes, treat yourself to some late night fun! Return your rental ski/board equipment to American Ski Exchange and head out for a night on the town! Below is a list of our ...