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Best ski resort jobs

I’m coming from Singapore and know I’m late to the season but it seems as though there are loads of jobs still available, just wondering if there are certain resorts I might want to work at more then others? I got an offer at Park city mountain as a ticket checker and activities attendant at seven springs. My dad thinks Colorado is more fun than Utah or Pennsylvania but the job would be activities attendant, does anyone know what that job is like?

16 Comments
2024/12/03
02:14 UTC

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Best place for chocolate chip cookies?

Me and my wife (legally married already, yet to have the church service) are going to be having our honeymoon in Vail next year and are staying in Vail Village. We are dessert people and were trying to find a place to get a good quality cookie. Thing is I didn't really see anywhere that seemed too great. Can I get some recommendations for where to get the best cookie? As a second question, what are some other top dessert places?

EDIT: do the normal sit down restaurants allow for people to just pick up dessert to go?

6 Comments
2024/12/02
23:52 UTC

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Where can I dump my garbage?

The stop n save as well as Walmart had a dumpster/compactor you could pay $8 for. And it seems they have up and disappeared. Is there somewhere else I can take my trash? It doesn’t bother me to not have trash service.

I live in West Vail, so anything close by to there or even up to Avon.

8 Comments
2024/12/02
21:41 UTC

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Engagement in Vail

I’m gonna coming out to Vail in February for 4 days and I’m wondering if anyone has any good ideas or spots to propose. I know that a hike and that sort of thing is gonna be out of the question due to snow.

10 Comments
2024/12/02
02:29 UTC

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Looking for Reassurance - snowboarding

I’ve been snowboarding for 3 years, primarily in upstate New York. Mostly a blues kind of snowboarder.

We are coming out to Colorado to snowboard during the week of 15 December. I keep seeing posts about skiers running into snowboarders and just leaving them on the mountain. It’s not anything I previously was legitimately concerned about, but I’m seeing several posts about it.

How common is it actually? Any tips on places to avoid? Any safety tips?

~your friendly neighborhood snowboarder who just wants to cruise down a mountain

Edit* just wanted to say thanks for all the responses! I appreciate you guys taking the time to give me feedback.

11 Comments
2024/12/02
01:16 UTC

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Just got to vail!

I’ve wanted to come here for a while and party here for sure. I found a few good spots but anyone know of and clubs here? And or some snow❄️👀

9 Comments
2024/11/30
17:09 UTC

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Is there a dog park in Vail that isn’t covered in snow?

This is probably a dumb question, but I am visiting from Texas and my dog has been holding his shit until I take him to a place that doesn’t have snow- which typically means I have to walk him for 2 miles to find somewhere that fits that criteria. TIA

8 Comments
2024/11/30
07:10 UTC

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Any chance of getting up on a blackout day with a merchant pass?

I vaguely remember hearing it’s only truly blacked out if the mountain is packed, just curious if there’s any chance.

3 Comments
2024/11/30
05:34 UTC

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Pool bars

Are there any bars with pool tables in the area?

9 Comments
2024/11/29
19:27 UTC

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Matterhorn Neighborhood

6 Comments
2024/11/29
02:12 UTC

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Winter Seasonal Job

I’m a college student interested in working at a resort somewhere in the West as a lifty for about a month during my winter break. Does anyone have experience with this? Will they even hire me if I only work for a month?

19 Comments
2024/11/29
02:06 UTC

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Anyone know where this cliff is?

35 Comments
2024/11/29
01:23 UTC

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Yo I’m new to this area. Are there any big group activities for thanksgiving?

4 Comments
2024/11/28
01:41 UTC

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Don’t ever rent from FOX Rental Denver CO

They are a NIGHTMARE!2 hour wait, didn't have the car I reserved, management doesn't reply to calls or emails and sent to collections 1 year later ruined my credit! They are a JOke!!!

10 Comments
2024/11/27
23:47 UTC

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Does Bustang charge for bags?

I want to travel with Bustang to Avon and I carry 2 bigs bags with me. Does they charge for each bag? It's safe for my bags (won't get stolen), cause probably the will be in the bottom compartment of the bus. Any advice?

1 Comment
2024/11/27
21:24 UTC

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Any Ride to Vail from Denver this Friday 29th?

I will arrive Friday at 3:30pm at Denver Airport heading to Vail/Avon. Can someone give an advice to get there? It's there any who is heading to Vail that Friday too?

5 Comments
2024/11/27
20:42 UTC

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Where does everyone park for beaver?

First year without employee parking. Where do you guys park for beav?

14 Comments
2024/11/27
06:11 UTC

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Good proposal spots/photographers in Beaver Creek/Vail for the winter?

Title. I'm heading up with my gf in February to Beaver Creek and am hoping to propose to her! I'm looking for a spot where we can get some nice scenery and a good photographer to help capture the moment. Anyone have ideas/tips? Thanks!

15 Comments
2024/11/27
00:33 UTC

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Arrowhead

I’m coming in Dec 18th staying in Edwards. How likely will lift at arrowhead be open by then? Thanks

3 Comments
2024/11/26
17:14 UTC

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Where's the best place to shop for cheap groceries in Edwards?

I'm staying for 3 months in Edwards and everything is very expensive. Does anyone have any recommendations?

13 Comments
2024/11/26
04:48 UTC

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Slope Room vs Fall Line vs Juniper.... Which do you prefer and why?

11 Comments
2024/11/25
22:39 UTC

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From Vail to other Epic resorts - Transportation

Situation: will be in Vail for 12 (full) days with a 10day pass (epic local). Is there a away to get to another resort (other than BC, because the 10 day limit is shared btw them) convered by the Epic pass without a car?

If so, is it worth it, for a day trip?

(2nd half of January)

12 Comments
2024/11/25
22:16 UTC

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Coworking space near Minturn

Hey everyone! I’m moving to Minturn (between Eagle and West Vail) for 6 months or possibly more. I’m looking for place where I can work remotely and I can take some video calls (sometimes I have meeting heavy days where I can end up spending 3-4h on calls but I could tune it down a bit if I have to) within a reasonable driving distance. Thanks to everyone in advance!

Edit: I’m also open to go to any public library if there is a way to book a room and take some calls there

11 Comments
2024/11/24
19:35 UTC

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Where should I cut my hair?

Any recommendations of barbers? I have heard that the barber shops around vail are very expensive? Any recommendation or advice?

10 Comments
2024/11/23
17:16 UTC

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Got offered a job as a lift operator or shuttle driver

Got offered a shuttle driver position and a lift operator position at Vail Resorts. Both Housing available and same pay. Which one would you take if you have any experience in either position at Vail?

47 Comments
2024/11/22
17:24 UTC

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Vail....and Beaver Creek?

Heading out to Vail with my sons (13 & 9) at the end of February, staying near Golden Peak. Skiing 3 days Thursday - Saturday. Was toying with the idea of heading over to Beaver Creek on Saturday to check it out. Now I know Vail is HUGE (never been) so not sure if it's worth the hassle of going somewhere else for one day, or should we just ski Vail all 3 days.

Thoughts? Suggestions.

28 Comments
2024/11/22
16:42 UTC

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Is it not allowed to Ski at night?

A buddy of mine who works for the mountain was working a late night event, and planned to ski down with a headlamp afterwards. A higher up in the company heard about it and basically threatened to fire him if he was caught doing so, but is it not allowed?

It’s leased public forest land, people without ski passes skin up in the mornings, and I don’t understand how it could be legal for them to fire him over him choosing to clock out and risk his own safety.

Any insights welcome, thanks.

20 Comments
2024/11/22
05:43 UTC

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How can we make the most of our time here?

Hello! My fiance and I are planning to make a trip the Vail in early february, looking forward to some great slopes and seeing the beautiful surrounding area. Aside from skiing as much as possible (which we plan to do) how can we make sure we squeeze the most we can out of this very special trip to celebrate our engagement? What are the things on your "must-do" list, whether it be shops, restaurants, or hidden gems in the surrounding area?

13 Comments
2024/11/21
22:04 UTC

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Starting Group Chat for 20s-40s people who are in Vail Valley at Christmas who need people to ski/board with.

Hi - F34 I’m originally from the Vail Valley (but live in the East Coast) and I spend every Christmas in the valley and have Epic Pass. At this point most of my friends who I used to board with have left the valley or have kids/are pregnant and so I need some new friends to hang with and board with over Christmas. I don’t like to board alone and am a bit of an extrovert and love meeting new people. I’m always hanging with my parents on new years which is fine but I would love to meet some other people who are in the same boat. I want to set up a couple meet ups maybe coffee / breakfast / happy hour / Apre for those of us who need some friends (and to get away from the fam occasionally) over the holidays. Let me know if you would like to be part of the group chat or be notified of events :)

9 Comments
2024/11/21
16:05 UTC

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