Aspen Snowmass Offers Mindfulness Escapes
Whether it’s on or off the slope, Aspen Snowmass in Colorado has all you need for a mindfulness escape to the mountains this winter season. Invest in yourself and choose from a plethora of amazing experiences, from off the beaten track snowshoe tours with an expert naturologist to a sensational spa experience at The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond hotel.
Refresh the mind on empty slopes to start the day
Head out on the slopes before they’re open to the public with ‘First Tracks’ - offered exclusively to guests of The Little Nell and The Limelight Hotel for free. Guests will be collected from the hotel at 8am and be escorted by a private guide to Aspen Mountain where they can enjoy a morning of mindfulness as they carve fresh tracks across the mountain with no one else in sight.
If you are an early riser, uphill skier and love a challenge, why not beat the crowds and enjoy a mountaintop breakfast at the Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club. Located at the top of Buttermilk Mountain you will find the Cliff House restaurant, renowned for its mouth watering thick-cut french toast. Start the day as you mean to go on with a clear head and wholesome food.
Tread new tracks with these off the beaten path expeditions
Venture deep into the fir forests with a knowledgeable Naturalist for a serene and scenic snowshoe tour. Enjoy breathtaking views from Richmond Ridge at Aspen Mountain or tread along a winding creek at Snowmass whilst learning about the area's wildlife, ecology and history on this two-hour guided tour. Feel at one with nature and enjoy the silence of a snow covered forest.
Tired of busy runs and long lift queues? Why not try an off-piste powder tour for the ultimate mind freeing experience. Whilst navigating your way through the frosty fir forests, you will hear nothing but the silky sound of your skis gliding through the fresh pow. You will travel in style to reach untracked slopes in a luxury snowcat as well as being treated to a secluded mountainside gourmet lunch. An average day on one of these unique tours will include 10,000 vertical feet of untouched wilderness skiing and boarding in an expanse of 1,500 acres of bowls, ski meadows and glades.
Fuel up pre or post ski at one of the resort’s new dining hotspots
Indulge in heart warming, wholesome food after a day on the slopes at PARC Aspen, a farm-to-table concept restaurant opening on 16th December. The restaurant offers three levels of dining; the modern locals bar, the contemporary finer dining room and the private dining room. With a French farmhouse feel and a focus on locally sourced, sustainable produce, PARC should be on everyone’s bucket list, locals and visitors alike.
Keep things fresh at the new Rooftop Cafe at the Aspen Art Museum operated by The Farmer & Chef, a husband-and-wife team. The cafe is dedicated to localising food systems with a focus on serving locally sourced organic food. Choose from an extensive menu of tasty soups, sandwiches and snacks for the perfect pre or post ski fuel whilst exploring a contemporary art gallery that supports a range of exhibits and local artists.
Dine under a star-filled sky
Enjoy a magical moonlight private dining experience high in the Rocky Mountains at Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro, only accessible at night time by snowcat. You will be whisked up Aspen Highlands with a warm beverage and blanket before arriving at Cloud Nine, known for its unique and authentic Alpine atmosphere and elegant cuisine. With panoramic views of the postcard-perfect Maroon Bells and a cosy wood burning fireplace, this is the perfect place to unwind and make the most of the incredible scenery and food.
Unwind with a post-ski spa treatment at The Little Nell
After a day of sending it on the slopes, what better way to recover than with a spa or massage treatment at Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond hotel, The Little Nell. This luxurious hotel offers a range of different spa treatments and massages that cater to every individual need. Be kind to your body and mind by signing up to a pilates or yoga class in the hotel's very own fitness centre, or take a dip in the heated outdoor pool overlooking the snow-covered mountains.
