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HOT TIPS ON TRAVELING TO NEW SLOPES AT 20 IKON PASS DESTINATIONS You’ve been dreaming of picture-perfect days on those powdery slopes for ages — of dropping into the most legendary runs and strolling through the world’s-best mountain towns you have yet to discover. Ikon Pass Travel makes it easy to make your dreams a reality and flock to where the flakes are flying. As a pass holder, you can use Ikon Pass Travel to check flights, compare hotels, and customize your entire itinerary, plus for a limited time, get an additional $100 discount when you book an eligible trip on Ikon Pass Travel by September 18. Tap further into Peak Perks, a benefit exclusively for Ikon Pass holders, and get your gear conveniently from point A to point B with discounts available from Ship Skis. En route, download the Ikon Pass mobile app and favorite your final destination — from there, you can keep tabs on the weather forecast, check lift and trail status, track your personal stats, and more. Now’s the time to break out of your local ski bubble and book it to any of these bucket list–worthy destinations — all included on your Ikon Pass. Aspen Snowmass Nestled in Colorado’s gorgeous Roaring Fork Valley, Aspen Snowmass is just 3 miles from the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE). Direct flights from 10 major U.S. airports on United, Delta, and American Airlines, including up to 281 flights per week in the winter, help connect people from all over the country with Aspen’s iconic slopes. From the airport, ground transportation options include car rentals, the Roaring Fork Express shuttle service, and more. Big Sky Resort Getting to the wide-open slopes at Big Sky Resort has never been easier with direct flights into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) from more than 20 major cities. Once you land in Montana, ride sharing services aren’t typically an option; however, you can book a rental car for pickup at the airport or schedule transportation with a local driver. Hop in and enjoy the short 50-mile drive through the scenic Gallatin Canyon en route to some of the biggest skiing you’ve seen. Boyne Highlands Experience Michigan’s unique hospitality and winter traditions at Boyne Highlands, located less than 15 miles from Pellston Regional Airport (PLN). The airport offers daily flights to and from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), which connects passengers from more than 140 nonstop destinations. Rent a car, grab a taxi, or schedule a ride from the airport. Within minutes you’ll be riding the state’s most skiable acres and its longest run. CMH Heli-Skiing Californians can get to British Columbia the easy way: direct from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) on Alaska Airlines. Upon landing, rental cars are available to make the drive up to CMH Heli-Skiing. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is another fly-to option. Plus, Ikon Pass holders get Early Booking privileges on winter heli-skiing trips and can score a credit of up to $1,400 CAD to spend on your next CMH Heli-Skiing experience. Copper Mountain If you’re itching to get to Copper Mountain, perhaps your most economical option is to book your flight into Denver International Airport (DEN) and hitch a ride west. There are so many convenient, eco-friendly ways to get to Copper Mountain and Summit County from Denver, including the Summit Express shuttle service, the Pegasus shuttle van, the Bustang bus service, and Snowstang ski shuttle — complete with Wi-Fi, luggage bays, a restroom, and more. Coronet Peak and The Remarkables Once you’ve flown into Queenstown Airport (QZN), located on the south end of New Zealand’s southern isle, you’re less than 30 minutes away from two iconic ski destinations down under — Coronet Peak and The Remarkables. The Queenstown Airport offers direct flights from several major cities in Oceania, including Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland. Grab a seat on the Ski Bus for convenient transport from downtown Queenstown right to the base of either resort. Cypress Mountain More than 55 airlines serve Vancouver International Airport (YVR), making it easy to fly right into the snowy bliss that awaits you in British Columbia. After landing in Canada, Cypress Mountain is only about an hour from the airport, or 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver. To reach the resort’s legendary North Shore Mountains, you can rent a car or take the SkyTrain from the airport to the waterfront downtown and connect to the Cypress Mountain Express Bus. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Begin your Jackson Hole adventure with breathtaking aerial views of Grand Teton National Park before landing at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) — the country’s only airport that is located within a national park. With nonstop flights from 12 major U.S. cities, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is one of the most accessible destination resorts in the Rockies. Once you touch down, you’re a quick 30-minute drive by rental car, rideshare, or airport shuttle from the resort’s storied slopes. Mammoth Mountain & June Mountain These central California favorites offer many fly-to options, including Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH) less than 30 minutes from both mountains and United flights to the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport/Bishop (BIH) about an hour south of both mountains. You can also opt for a semi-private air travel experience at a commercial airline cost with Advanced Air, flying into Mammoth Yosemite Airport. Mt Buller As Australia’s most accessible alpine resort, Mt Buller is a scenic three-hour road trip away from Melbourne Tullamarine International Airport (MEL). Upon landing in Australia, you can rent a car, use a coach service like the Buller Bus, or even chat with the folks at Microflite about hitching a helicopter ride. If you’re making the drive yourself, slow down, grab your camera, and be aware of wildlife on Mt Buller Road: we’re talking kangaroos, wallabies, and wombats. Palisades Tahoe The super-accessible Palisades Tahoe resort is just 45 minutes from where you’ll land when flying into Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). A whopping 11 airlines serve this bustling airport hub with more than 130 daily departures and 22 non-stop destinations. The airport’s taxis, shuttle services, and free Tahoe Regional Area Transit (TART) buses can whisk you away to the slopes, allowing you to soak in the powder days and selfie-worthy backdrops in no time. RED Mountain Resort Kicking off your Canadian Powder Highway tour at RED Mountain Resort is easier than ever with seven international and regional airports nearby. Two popular options include flying into Spokane International Airport (GEG) and taking the airport shuttle 2.5 hours to Rossland or flying into the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and taking the airport shuttle 3.5 hours to Rossland. Once in Rossland, you can then take the free RED Mountain Express directly to the resort’s base area. Revelstoke For uber-convenient access to Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Californians can now fly direct from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) on Alaska Airlines. Upon landing, this “True North” powder destination is just two-and-a-half hours away. Alternatively, many airlines fly into Calgary (YYC) before making the four-and-a-half hour drive. Pro tip: While there, make the most of your vacay and hit up all eight Ikon Pass destinations in Western Canada. Taos Ski Valley Fly in style from Austin, Dallas, San Diego, and Los Angeles to Taos, New Mexico, via JSX — a unique public charter operator with roomy 30-seat jets. JSX guests can also enjoy the complimentary shuttle service to TAOS Ski Valley, to and from Taos Regional Airport (SKX). Other options include flying into Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) or Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and making the scenic drive into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. SkiBig3 When the Great White North calls, the answer is an easy yes — with many direct flights into Calgary International Airport (YYC), the “woaaaaah capital of the world” is closer than you think. From Calgary, the town of Banff is an easy 90-minute drive on the Trans-Canada Highway. All SkiBig3 resorts offer daily shuttle service that run from Banff with pick up points conveniently located throughout the town. What’s more? Daily ski shuttles are free for all Ikon Pass holders. Snowbird Located just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), Snowbird is one of the most accessible resorts in North America. Snag your skis or snowboard from baggage claim and jump into one of Canyon Transportation vans that will take you straight to your slopeside stay. You can also hail a quick ride share, rent a car, or hop onto the Utah Transport Authority (UTA) Ski Bus — free for Ikon Pass holders — for a quick, beautiful drive up Little Cottonwood Canyon to get to The Bird. Solitude Mountain Resort With hundreds of flights arriving and departing from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) daily, getting to Solitude Mountain Resort is easy breezy. Grab a rental car, hop on the free UTA Ski Bus, join a carpool, or even use a rideshare app to drive the quick 34 miles through Utah’s Big Cottonwood Canyon to Solitude’s snowy slopes. Steamboat With nonstop flights from 16 airports nationwide, the Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) in Hayden, Colorado, makes getting to Steamboat’s signature Champagne Powder® easier than ever. Upon landing, take a shared or private shuttle 25 miles to Steamboat Springs’ historic downtown. Flying into Denver International Airport (DEN) — a four-hour drive from Steamboat — is another option, with Steamboat Express and Storm Mountain Express shuttles also at your disposal. Tremblant Hop a flight to Mont-Tremblant International Airport (YTM) — less than an hour from Tremblant’s snowy slopes — to experience a European-style ski vacation without ever crossing an ocean. In the winter, Air Canada provides nonstop flights from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to Mont-Tremblant; while Porter Airlines offers seasonal direct flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Plus, a convenient shuttle service gives you express transportation from the runway to the chairlift via Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Winter Park Resort Fly into Denver International Airport (DEN) for super-simple access to Winter Park Resort’s world-class skiing. Once you’ve landed, you can schedule a van, rent a car, or carpool with the Treadshare app — but for the ultimate experience, hop aboard the Winter Park Express. From the airport, take the A-Line to Union Station in Downtown Denver and transfer to the seasonal Winter Park Express train, made possible through a partnership between Amtrak and Winter Park Resort — plan ahead, as tickets do sell out.

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