Celebrate Aspen Gay Ski Week at Aspen Meadows Resort

Mark Thompson READ TIME: 2 MIN.

ASPEN, Colo - Celebrating its 36th year, Aspen Gay Ski Week transforms the town of Aspen with a variety of parties, activities and special offers around town. Only a few minutes from the downtown core, the Aspen Meadows Resort proves to be a luxury destination that is close to the action, yet far enough away for peace of mind and relaxation.

Located in Aspen's historic West End, the Aspen Meadows Resort is extending a special offer for one of Aspen's most vibrant events of the year, Aspen Gay Ski Week, Jan. 13 - 20, 2013.

"Aspen Gay Ski Week is turning out to be one of Aspen's most iconic events," said Doug Crawford, Sales and Marketing Director for Aspen Meadows. "We are happy to welcome all the visitors into town and offer an all-around experience at our Bauhaus-inspired property - close to the hustle and bustle of town, yet boasts a quiet and pristine location all its own."

The package includes:
--Discounted lodging in a spacious guest suite with Bauhaus-inspired, post modern d�cor and floor-to-ceiling windows
--Dinner for two at Plato's -Aspen Meadows Resort's award-winning restaurant known for its fresh, seasonal and truly artisanal fare
--Full access to the Aspen Meadows' amenities including a heated outdoor lap pool, hot tub and gym facilities
--Free, 24-hour shuttle service to and from downtown Aspen, only a five minute drive from property.

Aspen Meadows Resort, home of the Aspen Institute, has been a mainstay in Aspen for more than 50 years. Located on 40 scenic acres along the Roaring Fork River in the historic West End, Aspen Meadows Resort's 98 guest suites are rich in amenities and decorated in clean and crisp Bauhaus style. Nearly every mountain activity imaginable is found at its doorstep or can be easily arranged through guest services at the resort.

Guests at Aspen Meadows are treated to numerous amenities including complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, 24-hour shuttle service and access to the resort's state-of-the-art health club.

Dolce Hotels and Resorts, a privately held operator of 27 upscale hotels, resorts and conference hotels in North America and Europe founded in 1981, is majority-owned by Broadreach Capital Partners. The company, headquartered in Rockleigh, N.J., employs more than 4,000 worldwide.

Dolce's portfolio includes properties in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Colorado, California, Ontario, Texas, Nevada, Belgium, France, Spain and Germany.

As a leader in the meetings industry, Dolce hosts some 30,000 events and 4 million group clients globally every year. The company's founder pioneered the conference center concept and Complete Meeting Package, both now embraced as standards by the International Association of Conference Centers.

The company's vision is to create inspiring environments that bring people together, and its mission is to delight its guests, challenge its associates, reward its owners and serve as a role model in its communities.

The package is available Jan. 13 - 20, 2013 and requires a three night minimum stay. Guests must book at least four days in advance.

For more information or to book your reservation, call 970-544-7851 or visit:
Aspen Meadows.

Additional information is available at www.dolce.com


by Mark Thompson , EDGE Style & Travel Editor

A long-term New Yorker and a member of New York Travel Writers Association, Mark Thompson has also lived in San Francisco, Boston, Provincetown, D.C., Miami Beach and the south of France. The author of the novels WOLFCHILD and MY HAWAIIAN PENTHOUSE, he has a PhD in American Studies and is the recipient of fellowships at MacDowell, Yaddo, and Blue Mountain Center. His work has appeared in numerous publications.

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