THE Ikon Pass is your ticket to the world’s most iconic snow holiday destinations with 50+ global resorts to choose from.
Plus, they have recently added new premier destinations including Alyeska in Alaska, Panorama and Sun Peaks in western Canada, Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley in France, Grandvalira in Andorra, Lotte Arai in Japan, Sun Valley in Idaho, Snowbasin in Utah and Snow Valley in California.
Ikon also partner with five resorts across Australia and New Zealand, including Thredbo Resort in NSW and Mt Buller in Victoria.
COLORADO
The Rocky Mountains are home to six of the most-sought-after Ikon Pass destinations. Fly into Denver and enjoy some of the USA’s most iconic alpine adventures, from Aspen, Steamboat and Winter Park.
ASPEN - Consistently rated one of the world’s top snow destinations, Aspen Snowmass is unlike any other winter holiday with four ski resorts, each with its own unique drawcards, and an incredible variety of outdoor recreation, shopping and cosmopolitan nightlife.
Treat yourself to Aspen Highland’s crown jewel - Highland Bowl, earning your turns with a 45-minute hike to the top. If you’re at Aspen Mountain on a powder day, take some turns on Walsh’s and Bell Mountain, before tucking into the legendary truffle fries at Ajax Tavern. Afterward, try the new Breathtaker alpine coaster.
STEAMBOAT - This winter Steamboat’s three year, $220million Full Steam Ahead redevelopment is ready for guests. This includes an après ski plaza, new restaurants and bars, new lodging, a ski beach and an ice rink in the Steamboat Square base area. While on the mountain, two new lifts and 650 acres of new expert terrain will make Steamboat the second largest resort in Colorado.
Ride the Storm Peak lift for some famous Champagne Powder® on Steamboat’s snowiest runs - Ted’s Ridge, Buddy’s Run, or cut through corduroy on smooth, never-ending groomers like Longhorn and Vagabond. In the afternoon, take a few laps around Skeeter’s Ice Rink, located in the heart of Steamboat Square. Cap off the night by hitting the hot springs and soak your way to heaven in the Old Town Hot Springs.
WINTER PARK RESORT - With over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain and some of the most consistent snow in Colorado, world-class skiing meets laid back fun for the quintessential Colorado experience. Hit up Winter Park’s iconic runs and extreme terrain, such as The Cirque Territory, or if the snow is dumping there’s no better run than Belle Fourche for powder cravings. Tackle Mary Jane territory, her first-rate bumps and tree-skiing or her laidback blues before kicking up your feet and enjoying Winter Park’s namesake craft beer - Mary Jane Ale.
UTAH
With 10,000 acres of Utah terrain available on the Ikon Pass, skiing and riding the Greatest Snow on Earth® shouldn’t be a matter of if but when. Deer Valley, Alta Ski Area and Snowbird are legendary resorts, but your Ikon Pass will also grant you access to Snowbasin, Brighton and Solitude.
DEER VALLEY - Renowned for its unparalleled luxury offerings, exceptional service, meticulously groomed slopes, and truly spectacular accommodations, Deer Valley is consistently voted as the best ski resort in North America. Exclusively skiers-only, the resort has strict daily limits, ensuring lift lines are non-existent.
Stein’s Way, a cherished run named for Deer Valley’s former and legendary Director of Skiing, Stein Eriksen is a leg burner on perfect corduroy while Ontario Bowl offers endless pillows of powder. When you’re ready for a bite, make your way to Deer Valley lodges for elevated on-snow lunches and dinners, and be sure to try the exclusive Fireside Dining experience at Empire Lodge.
ALTA / SNOWBIRD - Two great resorts located next door to each other, Alta is a skier only paradise and a mecca for powder enthusiasts with endless opportunities for exhilarating runs and off-piste adventures. Steep and deep lovers’ blast through powder in Devil’s Castle or skirt through trees on Back Forty, So Long and Supreme Challenge. Snowbird is a sprawling resort, served by an impressive array of high-speed chairs and Utah’s only aerial tram, which drops you off atop Hidden Peak at 3300 metres above sea level, for a jaw-dropping panorama of high alpine wonder.
CALIFORNIA
As you would expect from The Golden State, there is generally plenty of sunshine and bluebird days and super-sized resorts. Palisades Tahoe and Mammoth Mountain are massive with 9,500 skiable acres of terrain between them. Powder, sunshine and plenty of space to explore – it doesn’t get more perfect.
PALISADES TAHOE is a destination with two mountains connected by the brand-new Base to Base Gondola and home to extreme terrain and the infamous KT-22 chair. MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN is just that, mammoth in size and snowfall and one of the longest seasons in the country. From advanced terrain to long, long groomers, you have it all.
