Australian skiers and snowboarders relished the Epic Australia Pass (EAP) last winter flocking to the Australian resorts in big numbers. This northern winter, many of these pass holders ventured overseas visiting any number of the Vail Resorts stable of snow resorts.
Snow enthusiasts looking to lock in their 2023 Epic Australia Pass should consider the looming March 1st price rise and the offer of $49 upfront deposit also only available until March 1st.
New Resorts Added on Pass
New resorts have been added to the pass recently, with the Epic Australia and Epic Australia Adaptive Passes now including seven days unrestricted access to partner resorts Skirama Dolomiti in Italy.
The Epic Australia Pass now comes with 7-day unrestricted access to the Skirama Dolomiti group of resorts, right in the heart of the Italian Alps.
This is in addition to the 2022 announcement of the Andermatt-Sedrun resort in Switzerland for European snow holiday makers.
"We're thrilled to offer our Pass Holders access to two European options right now for our 2022 Epic Australia Pass Holders and from the start of the Northern Hemisphere winter season for our 2023 Pass Holders," said Rob Lloyd, Director of Sales & Marketing – Australia, Vail Resorts.
“Amazing European food, awe-inspiring mountain views, incredible culture and two of the region's biggest and best ski regions give our Pass Holders the recipe for an unforgettable adventure this year and next."
Just 2-3 hours' drive from Milan, Verona and Venice airports and situated in the heart of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dolomites, Skirama Dolomiti features 150 ski lifts and 380km of slopes as part of its eight resorts:
- Madonna di Campiglio
- Pinzolo
- Folgarida-Marilleva
- Pejo
- Ponte di Legno-Tonale
- Andalo-Fai della Paganella
- Monte Bondone
- Alpe Cimbra Folgaria-Lavarone
"This is a huge region and will give plenty of options for all snow lovers," said Lloyd.
"To be able to ski seven days in Italy and seven days in Switzerland will make for excellent memories for our Pass Holders heading to Europe this year and next."
Andermatt-Sedrun resort, the largest ski area in central Switzerland was recently acquired by Vail Resorts and is situated 1,444 m above sea level, attracting guests from all over the world with its charming, traditional village centre, perfect deep powder, challenging steep slopes, and descents with a vertical drop of 1,500 metres.
Combine the Vail Resorts North American stable of top snow destinations and the Epic Australia Pass really opens a vast international smorgasbord including Japan.
2023 Epic Australia Pass
The 2023 Epic Australia Pass access begins with the 2023 Australian snow season and concludes with the 2023/24 snow season in the Northern Hemisphere. It provides:
- Unlimited, unrestricted access to Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham
- Seven days unrestricted lift access at Skirama Dolomiti, Italy for the 2023/24 season
- Five days of unrestricted access to Andermatt-Sedrun, a renowned destination ski resort in Central Switzerland
- Five consecutive days with no blackout dates at both Hakuba Valley and Rusutsu, Japan for the 2023/24 season
- 10 days in total across Whistler Blackcomb, Vail and Beaver Creek in North America (holiday restrictions apply; consecutive days not required)
- Access to premier ski areas across the United States, including Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in California, and many more in the 2023/24 season (holiday restrictions apply to select resorts)
- In-resort benefits with Epic Mountain Rewards in North American resorts
Season-Long Savings
In addition, the Epic Australia Pass provides discounts and benefits for pass holders at Australian resorts including:
- Six Bring-A-Mate tickets for up to 50 per cent off for friends and family
- 20 per cent off lessons and rentals
- Up to 15 per cent off purchases at our owned and operated retail outlets at Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham
- Discounts off best available price accommodation at Perisher and Hotham
- On-mountain dining discounts at Perisher and Hotham
- Access to First Tracks at Perisher and Hotham
Epic Adaptive Pass
The Epic Australia Adaptive Pass is priced at AU$549 for adults, AU$299 for students and AU$409 for seniors. Launched in April 2022, the Epic Australia Adaptive Pass provides people with impairments and disabilities the chance to experience and develop their on-snow abilities, without additional costs.
To purchase the Epic Australia Pass and read the full list of benefits where you can save, visit their website.
