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Aspen's Lift Ticket Now The Most Expensive

Filed under: Journeys, Sports

You probably aren't thinking about skiing right now but if you are dreaming of winter in Aspen prepare to spend more than ever. It has been announced that a one-day, walk-up lift ticket to Aspen during peak ski season will cost you $87 which is up $5 from last year. The new price gives Aspen the dubious honor of being the priciest lift ticket for now. Vail had the top spot last year at $85.

From now until September 7, Aspen Snowmass is offering season passes at their "super early' rate. A premier pass which offers unlimited skiing/riding on four mountains as well as discounts in the pro shop costs $1,699 now but will sells for $1,999 in November.

Vail Boasts Highest U.S. Lift Ticket Price

Filed under: Journeys

At the Vail Resorts, they are proud of their high prices. The pricey winter playground has announced that the top lift ticket price at its Vail and Beaver Creek ski areas will be $81 a day. The reason for the increase is that the company invested more than $100 million upgrading the resorts. Aspen is often the priciest resort but this year Vail has the top honor. But does the highest ticket price mean the best ski experience? Some locals are outraged by the prices but overall for ski resorts, high prices are often perceived as resulting in a higher quality experience. How high is too high? And should ski resorts feel compelled to make their slopes accessible to as many as possible?


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