marzNC
Angel Diva
Last spring we had a thread about multi-resort passes, as well as an online comparison sheet (Thanks! @Tvan). The three major ones (Ikon, MCP, Epic) get the most press, but there are also others to consider for 2019-20. I’ll mention regional passes later on, but most of my ramblings in this thread will be about multi-resort passes that are multi-regional.
Figuring out what makes the most sense for a given individual or family can be complicated, especially the first time seriously considering buying a multi-resort pass. One reason to start looking at options in the spring is that prices go up after the end of early bird sales. March thru May is when prices are lowest and/or more perks are offered. However, waiting until late summer or early fall when travel possibilities are clearer can work out well in the long run.
Although the info in the Google Sheet comparison is from last season, it’s still useful as a general reference to get familiar with multi-resort passes. The prices haven’t changed that much, but you should check websites for the latest info about a specific season pass, especially if interested for young adults or children because age criteria vary. My guess is that Vail and Alterra won’t be announcing too many acquisitions or new partners for 2019-20. It was really hard to keep up in 2018 with all the changes for the 2018-19 season. But you never know.
Feel free to ask questions. Everyone’s situation is unique but we can help each other learn about the wide range of options available.
Have you committed to a major multi-resort pass already? If so, how many days do you hope to use it? If not and you had one for 2018-19, what is holding you back from making a decision?
Figuring out what makes the most sense for a given individual or family can be complicated, especially the first time seriously considering buying a multi-resort pass. One reason to start looking at options in the spring is that prices go up after the end of early bird sales. March thru May is when prices are lowest and/or more perks are offered. However, waiting until late summer or early fall when travel possibilities are clearer can work out well in the long run.
Although the info in the Google Sheet comparison is from last season, it’s still useful as a general reference to get familiar with multi-resort passes. The prices haven’t changed that much, but you should check websites for the latest info about a specific season pass, especially if interested for young adults or children because age criteria vary. My guess is that Vail and Alterra won’t be announcing too many acquisitions or new partners for 2019-20. It was really hard to keep up in 2018 with all the changes for the 2018-19 season. But you never know.
Feel free to ask questions. Everyone’s situation is unique but we can help each other learn about the wide range of options available.
Have you committed to a major multi-resort pass already? If so, how many days do you hope to use it? If not and you had one for 2018-19, what is holding you back from making a decision?