Vail Resorts, Inc. today announced that Rob Katz, current Executive Chairperson and former Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed CEO of the Company. Katz, age 58, succeeds Kirsten Lynch, who has stepped down as...
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Vail Resorts Makes Bold Expansion Into Austria
After years of minimal change to its European offerings, Vail Resorts has made a decisive move into Austria, announcing six new partner resorts for the 2025–26 ski season. Vail Resorts has significantly expanded its...
Sun Peaks Embraces European Snow Blanket Tech
As climate change continues to challenge the reliability of snow seasons across the globe, Sun Peaks Resort is taking a distinctly European approach to preservation with Snow Blanket Tech. Sun Peaks, nestled in the...
Vail Resorts Sees Lift Ticket Revenue Rise Despite Skier Visit Decline
Vail Resorts reported mixed results for the 2024-25 winter season, with lift ticket revenue rising 3.4% despite a 3.1% decline in skier visits across its 37 North American resorts. The numbers reflect continued strength...
Aspen Snowmass Unveils $80 Million in Upgrades
Aspen Snowmass is gearing up for one of its most ambitious off-season projects to date, with nearly $80 million in capital improvements set to roll out across all four of its legendary mountains—Aspen Mountain...
Skier’s Fatal Fall from Chairlift at Red Lodge Mountain Sparks Safety Investigation
A tragic incident unfolded at Red Lodge Mountain in Montana on Monday, March 10, 2025, when 37-year-old Jeffrey Neil Zinne from Billings fell from the Triple Chair lift, leading to his death and prompting an in-depth...
Whistler Blackcomb Launches 2025/26 Epic Pass at Lowest Price of the Year
Whistler Blackcomb skiers and riders can start planning for next season with the 2025/26 Epic Pass, now available at the lowest price of the year. Offering expanded benefits and new resort access, the Epic Pass...