TRAVEL

Arriving by Air

You can fly into Denver International Airport or Eagle Airport. We’ve included information about both below. If you’re planning on renting a car (see information below about why you don’t need to!), we recommend Denver, because the drive to Beaver Creek is absolutely gorgeous. If you’re not renting a car, you can still fly into Denver, thanks to the Epic Mountain Express and Snowflake Limo.

Denver International Airport: www.flydenver.com

Beaver Creek is located approximately 120 miles west from Denver and about 2 hours from the Denver International Airport. All major airlines service the Denver airport daily, including the following:

United Airlines www.united.com

American Airlines www.americanairlines.com

Delta Airlines www.delta.com

Southwest Airlines www.southwest.com

Frontier Airlines www.frontierairlines.com

Eagle County Regional Airport www.eaglecounty.us/airport

Conveniently located 25 miles west of Beaver Creek, two major carriers provide service to this airport on a seasonal basis including the following:

United Airlines www.united.com

American Airlines www.aa.com

http://www.flyvail.com/html/flights/flight-schedules.html#2-summer

Transportation to and from Denver Airport and Eagle Airport

Epic Mountain Express (EME) provides transportation directly to your hotel in Vail from the Denver International Airport. EME is a very professional and reliable shuttle service and a great option for those who do not need a car while visiting Colorado. However, please note this is a SHARED Shuttle. For shuttle reservations and information, please go here: https://www.epicmountainexpress.com/denver-airport-shuttle or you may also call 970.754.7433

If you want private airport transportation, whether a shuttle or SUV, we recommend Snowflake Limo - they have sprinter vans, vans and SUVs that can hold between 11-14 people. Please go here ,https://snowflakelimo.com/ or email snowflakelimo@gmail.com.

High Mountain Taxi provides service between Eagle Airport and Beaver Creek. We do NOT recommend trying to take a taxi from Denver!!

Call 800.524.5555.

Car Rentals

Denver International Airport: https://www.flydenver.com/parking_transit/car-rentals

All major car rental companies are represented at Denver airport.

Eagle County:

Many car rental companies are represented at Eagle County airport. These two have offices within the regional airport:

Hertz by phone: 800.654.3131, or online at www.hertz.com

Avis by phone: 800.331.1212, or online at www.avis.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

Ritz Carlton, Beaver Creek

The Ritz Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is our host hotel, and the central hub for our wedding. There is a fantastic pool and world class spa as well in this private mountain retreat. Bachelor Gulch is its own area of Beaver Creek and you can access main Beaver Creek via the free shuttles for more shopping and dining options in the main village throughout the weekend as well.

The hotel is no longer offering discounted rooms in our block- to book, please go directly to the hotel online.

Other Lodging Options in Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek Lodge

The Beaver Creek Lodge is in the heart of Beaver Creek Village, about a 7-10 minute free shuttle ride away from the Ritz Carlton. To move between the two properties, you can download the Village Connect App and call the shuttle but please call for it 20 minutes before you need it.

This is a traditional hotel with standard rooms, a pool, and in walking distance to multiple shops and restaurants.

Link: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/egeak-beaver-creek-lodge-autograph-collection/overview/

The Osprey, Beaver Creek

This is a condominium style property with multiple unit sizes, and across the street from the Beaver Creek Lodge, in Main Beaver Creek Village. This also needs a 7-10 minute shuttle right to the Ritz Carlton.

It has all room types from Standard rooms to multi-bedroom condos. To reserve and explore options, please visit https://www.beavercreek.com/plan-your-trip/stay/signature-properties.aspx

If you are exploring AirBnB’s as an option, we suggest ensuring they are in either Bachelor Gulch or Beaver Creek Village. Avon and Vail will not be serviced by the free Village Connect shuttles.

PREPARING FOR THE TRIP

Beaver Creek is BEAUTIFUL. However remember that the altitude is very high and mountain weather can be extreme!

Weather

Before your trip, we recommend checking the weather forecast for Avon, Colorado (zip code 81620) at www.weather.com. Colorado has more than 300 days of sunshine each year, so we are hopeful for a beautiful, sunny wedding weekend, but the weather is often unpredictable and can quickly change in the mountains. The temperature during the day may reach up to 80 degrees or even warmer, but nights on the mountain can get quite chilly (40-50 degrees).

At 10,000 feet, the top of Beaver Creek mountain, exposure to the sun is 40% greater than it is at sea level. Sunscreen (at least SPF 30) is recommended for all exposed skin, particularly the face, lips and neck. Be certain to protect your eyes with sunglasses. You will find Beaver Creek to be an arid climate, so hand lotion and lip balm are essential.

High Altitude

Beaver Creek is more than 8,000 feet above sea level and guests may struggle with altitude sickness. Altitude sickness can hit anyone regardless of physical condition or age. The most common symptoms include: headache, dizziness and nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, loss of appetite, disturbed sleep. Staying hydrated is essential! We also recommend enjoying some healthy sugars and carbohydrates during the first day or two of your stay. We promise this will help as well! If you can, consider arriving early to give yourself time to adjust. We usually feel back to normal after 24 hours have passed.

Also, please note that alcohol is more potent at high altitudes. Don’t find out the hard way! When drinking, we recommend you alternate between a drink and a glass of water. One drink here = two drinks there!

BACHELOR GULCH/ BEAVER CREEK RESORT

Free Shuttles!

Bachelor Gulch/Beaver Creek offers complimentary door-to-door shuttle service within the resort.To access this, download the VILLAGE CONNECT App on your phone. The shuttles run from 6:30 a.m. to Midnight, 7 days a week. Please allow 15 to 20 minutes for pickup.

Cab Services

Both of the cab companies listed below offer 24 hour door to door service and have 6 passenger caravans.

High Mountain Taxi – 970.524.5555

Vail Valley Taxi – 970.476.8294

Babysitting Service

For those of you who need a babysitting service, “Care for Kids” comes highly recommended. To learn more about their service call 970.748.0857 or mobile phone at 970.376.7228.

Other babysitting services include: Mountain Munchkins Sitting Services at 970.524.0309 or Resort Sitters at 970.748.3012.

WEEKEND LOGISTICS

If you are staying at the Ritz, fantastic! Everything for the wedding and reception is within walking distance.

If you are staying in Beaver Creek or elsewhere, you can order a shuttle via VILLAGE CONNECT to pick you up and take you to the Ritz Carlton.

If you are staying in Avon, we recommend taking a taxi to and from the venue for the wedding.

For Saturday, if driving, you can valet at the Ritz for a small fee.