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[PHOTOS] Move Over, Cloud 9–Aspen, CO, Has a New, Hot Après Venue

Aspen Ventures announces the launch of Eleven212, an upscale après-ski experience at the peak of Aspen Mountain, Colorado. This reimagined ski experience reflects Aspen One’s dedication to honoring its rich heritage while delivering authentic, elevated experiences for the local community and visitors alike. Eleven212 marries Aspen’s iconic energy and spirit to enhance guests’ mountain-side experience. Positioned at an altitude of […]
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Australia’s Scotty James Shatters Shaun White’s Record by Winning 4th Consecutive X-Games Halfpipe Crown

Australian snowboarder Scotty James etched his name in the history books on Thursday, January 23, as he claimed a record-breaking fourth consecutive X Games superpipe title at Aspen’s Buttermilk Mountain, Colorado. The two-time Olympic medalist’s victory not only cemented his dominance in the sport but also saw him surpass snowboarding legend Shaun White’s three-title streak from the late 2000s. Related: […]
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A Look Back at the Aspen Ski Patrol Strike of 1971

1980 Aspen Ski Patrol

The recent Park City Ski Patrol strike demonstrated the importance of ski patrollers in daily mountain operations and visitor experience. The strike began on December 27, 2024, after prolonged negotiations with Vail Resorts regarding wage increases and benefits for the patrollers. The demonstration, which included picketing lines, job walk-offs, and social media campaigns, lasted until January 10, 2025. The strike […]
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Reality TV Star and Jewelry Designer Lynn Ban Passes Away After Skiing Accident

Lynn Ban, a renowned jewelry designer and reality TV personality, tragically passed away on Monday, January 20, following complications from a skiing accident she suffered over the holidays. The incident occurred on Christmas Eve in Aspen, Colorado, when Ban caught a ski tip, fell face-first, and sustained a brain injury that ultimately proved fatal. Her son Sebastian shared the news […]
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[PHOTOS] Heidi Klum & Family Celebrate Christmas in Aspen, CO

German supermodel and television personality Heidi Klum embraces the festive season in one of America’s most picturesque winter wonderlands. The “America’s Got Talent” judge has swapped red carpets for white powder as she and her family enjoy a luxurious Christmas getaway in Aspen, Colorado. Klum, 51, has taken to social media to share glimpses of her snowy retreat, offering her […]
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Julia Schneemann |
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Aspen One’s Unique Sustainability Report Focuses Less on Gathering Data and More on Getting People Engaged

Aspen One recently released a sustainability report with an unorthodox approach. Compared to other resort companies who all track things like carbon emissions, offsetting their carbon footprints and recycled material use, Aspen Skiing Co.’s parent company, Aspen One, boldly states, “We reject conventional sustainable business practices—carbon footprinting, operational tweaks instead of systemic solutions, fixating on net zero—as complicity.” The 13-page […]
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