Trish's 40th Birthday - Vail, Colorado

You're Invited!

We're gathering in Vail to celebrate Trish—her warmth, her spirit, and all the joy she brings to our lives.

This trip is about creating memories together in the mountains, and you're invited to join us for any or all of it!

Come for 1 night or all 7 — Whatever works for your schedule!
Reserve your room below — First come, first serve on room selection
$300 suggested contribution per room/night — Coordinate payment with Niki Reid. If this is a stretch financially, please reach out—we want you there!
Covers accommodation only — Ski tickets, meals, and rentals are separate
Let us know by February 28th — We may downsize the house if needed
Prefer to stay elsewhere? — No hard feelings at all! Book your own place and join us for activities, meals, and celebrations. We just want to spend time with you!

Getting Around

🚌 Free Vail Bus

East Vail has a free bus stop steps from the house. The free Vail bus system runs frequently, connecting to Vail Village, Lionshead, and the ski lifts—no car needed once you're here.

Vail Bus Schedules →

✈️ From Denver (DEN) or Eagle (EGE)

Eagle Airport (EGE): Only 35 minutes to Vail. Seasonal flights available. Uber/Lyft ~$50–80.

Denver Airport (DEN): ~2 hours to Vail via I-70. Uber/Lyft ~$250+ or shuttle services ~$80–100/person.

Epic Mountain Express Shuttle →

🚗 Rental Car (Recommended)

AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended in winter due to mountain roads and I-70 conditions. The house has a 2-car garage + 2 additional parking spaces.

Alternatively, carpool with others in the group!

📍 Property Address

East Vail, Colorado

Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with stunning Gore Range views. 10-minute drive to Vail Village.

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Our Mountain Chalet

Charming East Vail ski chalet with stunning Gore Range views, hot tub, fire pit, and 5 levels of living space. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac—10 minutes to Vail Village.

View full Airbnb listing → (already booked for our group)

House Highlights

5 levels of living space with multiple gathering areas
6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms — sleeps up to 12 guests
Hot tub & fire pit on the back patio
BBQ grill and outdoor dining for 6
Gas fireplace in the main living area with expansive mountain views
Fully stocked kitchen with dining for 8 + bar seating for 3
2-car garage with direct interior access
Washer/dryer on-site
WiFi + Smart TVs throughout
Pet friendly 🐾

Reserve Your Room

Choose your room and nights below. First come, first serve!

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Master King

1 King Bed + Sofa, TV

5th Floor · En suite bath · Mountain views

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Queen #1

1 Queen Bed

1st Floor · Shared bath

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Queen #2

1 Queen Bed

1st Floor · Shared bath

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Queen #3

1 Queen Bed, TV

2nd Floor · Private bath

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Queen #4

1 Queen Bed

4th Floor · Private bath

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Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1st Floor · Shared bath

Available Booked

Room	Sat Mar 14 Check-in 4pm	Sun Mar 15	Mon Mar 16	Tue Mar 17	Wed Mar 18	Thu Mar 19	Fri Mar 20	Sat Mar 21 Checkout 10am
Master King
Queen #1
Queen #2
Queen #3
Queen #4
Twin Room

Note: $300 suggested contribution per room/night. Rooms can be shared by multiple people! This covers accommodation only—ski tickets, meals, and rentals are separate.

Two World-Class Ski Resorts

You have access to both Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek—choose based on your budget and skiing style!

Feature	Vail Mountain	Beaver Creek
Full Day Ticket (window)	$250–356	$250–356
30+ Days Advance	~$199 ⭐	~$199 ⭐
7 Days Advance	~$259	~$259
Half Day (afternoon)	Available at window	Available at window
Epic Pass Holder	✓ Unlimited access	✓ Unlimited access
Terrain	5,317 acres · 195 runs · 31 lifts	2,082 acres · 173 runs · 25 lifts
Snowboarding	✓ Allowed	✓ Allowed
Drive from House	~10 minutes (+ free bus)	~25 minutes
Best For	Huge terrain, Back Bowls, variety	Luxury, grooming, family-friendly

Money-Saving Tips

Buy 30+ days in advance: Save over $100/ticket at Vail and Beaver Creek—prices drop to ~$199 vs. $300+ at the window
Epic Friend Tickets: If anyone in the group has an Epic Pass, they can offer 50% off window rates to friends
Turn In Your Ticket: Apply up to $175 of your lift ticket cost toward a 2026-27 Epic Pass
Mix it up: Ski Vail one day, try Beaver Creek the next for variety

Vail Tickets Beaver Creek Tickets

Beyond the Slopes

Vail offers amazing experiences for everyone—whether you ski or not!

Vail Village & Lionshead

Charming Bavarian-inspired villages with world-class shopping, art galleries, restaurants, and a lively après-ski scene. Free gondola rides for scenic views.

Explore Vail Village →

Adventure Activities

Dog sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow tubing, ice climbing, and horse-drawn sleigh rides with dinner at 4 Eagle Ranch.

View Activities →

Spa & Wellness

World-class spas at The Sebastian, Four Seasons Vail, and The Arrabelle. Or take a day trip to Glenwood Hot Springs (1 hour away).

Spa Options →

Ice Skating

Outdoor skating at Solaris Plaza (Vail Village) or Arrabelle Square (Lionshead)—surrounded by twinkling lights and mountain views. Rentals available on-site.

Learn More →

Dining & Après-Ski

From mountaintop dining at The 10th to lively après at Express Lift Bar and Garfinkel's. Don't miss the legendary cookies at Beaver Creek!

Dining Guide →

Glenwood Hot Springs

The world's largest mineral hot springs pool—just one hour from Vail. Perfect recovery day after skiing. Also check out Iron Mountain Hot Springs.

Visit Glenwood Springs →

Budget Your Trip

The $300/room/night covers accommodation only—plan for these additional expenses.

🎿 Ski Lift Tickets

Vail / Beaver Creek (window)$250–356

30+ days advance~$199 ⭐

7 days advance~$259

Epic Friend (50% off)~$125–178

⛷ Buy 30+ days ahead for massive savings! Ask the group if anyone has an Epic Pass for friend tickets.

🎿 Ski & Snowboard Rentals

Standard package (1 day)$60–90

Performance package$90–130/day

Multi-day rental (7 days)$350–550

⛷ Multi-day rentals save big. Book ahead online for best rates.

🍽️ Food & Dining

Groceries (per person/week)~$100–150

Casual dining (per meal)~$25–45

Nice restaurant (per meal)~$60–100

🍳 We'll pool groceries and cook together. Vail dining is pricier than average—cooking at the house saves a ton!

🚗 Transportation

Eagle Airport → Vail (Uber)~$50–80

Denver Airport → Vail (shuttle)~$80–100

Denver Airport → Vail (Uber)~$250+

Free Vail busFREE 🎉

🚌 Free Vail bus goes everywhere you need! Eagle (EGE) airport is much closer if flights are available.

March Weather

Vail in March offers perfect spring skiing—sunny days, excellent snow, and comfortable temperatures.

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35–45°F

Daytime Highs

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10–20°F

Nighttime Lows

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Excellent

Snow Coverage

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8,150 ft

Base Elevation

Check the detailed forecast as your trip approaches. Altitude tip: Vail sits at 8,150 ft—drink lots of water, take it easy your first day, and be prepared for the altitude!

View Vail Weather Forecast →