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American Airlines: Kids Fly Free To Vail!

American Airlines is making an offer you can't refuse: From December 1-17, 2009 & January 3-10, 2010, kids fly free to & from Vail.

November 12, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Fall Colors in Vail

Don't crash your car gazing at the breathtaking blanket of fall colors lining the Vail Valley. The panorama is amazing, but not as magical as stepping or riding over the yellow leaves while the sun breaks through branches in a kaleidoscope of reds and oranges.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

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Biking in the Desert: Moab and Fruita

With the chilly weather moving in fast, we say, go West, friends. Luckily desert riding isn’t far away. Ghost town that it is around these parts before ski season gets underway, hundreds of area fat-tire enthusiasts head West for sun, sand and slickrock.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

Hiking - Enjoy the Natural Beauty of Colorado

Trail Blog: Berry Picker

Probably the easiest trail to access on Vail Mountain, Berry Picker, measuring roughly six miles each way, begins right at the base of the gondola in Lionshead and ends at the top of the gondie at Eagle’s Nest.

April 27, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

Operation Ski Conditioning: How to Prepare for the Season

Hey look! Vail's ski season is almost upon us. Again. Yes, we know the summer & fall only lasted about five minutes, but we're making the best of it and want to devote our fitness regiment to training for skiing and snowboarding.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

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Vail Undressed Unveiling & More: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (11/2/09 - 11/8/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. This week: The Vail Undressed 2010 Calendar Unveiling Party, Robyn O'Brien, live music at Rick & Kelly's and Sandbar & more.

November 2, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Help with Your Hike

There's no greater way to explore the Colorado Rockies than by foot. The greatest thing about meandering through the mountains on your own two feet is that there is virtually no path that can't be traveled and there are no special skills required ... anyone who can walk can also hike.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

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DOs and DON'Ts of Trail Running

After slogging my way through the local trail running series' 10K at 10,000 feet last year, I thought I'd throw a list of guidelines together for fellow unseasoned runners. The local trail-running series, operated by the Vail Recreation District, is a fantastic way to bond with other health-minded individuals, get your heart rate up, and get a new perspective of Vail's world-class trails and views.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog

Plum Vail Wins an Emmy!

Plum Vail is thrilled to announce that we have won an Emmy from the Heartland Chapter of the National Television Academy. See the Emmy-winning segment!

July 19, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

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Beware of Avalanche Dangers in the Backcountry

When there's lots of snow and lots of people, Vail visitors often set out for the backcountry. It's a thrill. It's a great escape. But beware. Skiing, riding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing in the backcountry always means avalanche danger on and under steep slopes.

October 7, 2009 by Shauna Farnell in Vail Insider Blog