An instant guide to Aspen
5 October 2005
Where is Aspen?
Aspen is located high in the Rocky Mountains in the state of Colorado.
Scenery?
Think four towering mountains: Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk and Snowmass.
When to go?
From Mid-November two of the mountains open. The second two open in mid-December and are more suitable for beginners.
Spot the Celebrity
Steven Spielberg, Elle Macpherson, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sly Stallone are regulars.
Hotel Jerome, 330 E Main Street
Tel 00 1970 929 1000 www.hoteljerome.com
Doubles from ?150 in low season to over ?450 at Christmas
Red Ski Haus
Tel 00 1 970 925 3333 www.littleredskihaus.net
Doubles from ?60 to ?180 at peak timeAny non-ski activities?
Yes, sleigh riding, ice skating, mountain biking, bungee jumping or a good dollop of retail therapy at the various designer outlets.
Apres Ski?
Hit the bar at J-Bar at the Jerome Hotel or enjoy a musical concert at Harris Concert Hall or a dram at the Aspen District Theatre.
Eating Out?
Try Jack Nicholson's pet pizzeria Mezzaluna
Tel: 00 970 925 5882
Land at Denver airport.
United Airlines as direct flights from Heathrow
or try Ski Independence 0870 555 0555
Further information: www.aspensnowmass.com