STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLORADO (starting Feb 26)

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS RESORT is a renowned ski resort and mountain town in Colorado, known for its "Champagne Powder" snow and a rich Western heritage. It's a year-round destination offering a wide range of activities beyond skiing, including hiking, and exploring the natural hot springs. The resort itself boasts diverse terrain across its six peaks, catering to all skill levels, from beginner slopes to challenging glades and expert chutes.

Many people who will join on this trip will attend the XNM Aspen Trip (which will start on Sat, Feb 21) and at the conclusion of that trip, we will drive north to Steamboat Springs. The drive from Aspen to Steamboat should be about 3 hours.

LODGING: https://www.legacyvacationresorts.com/destinations/steamboat-springs-hilltop
We will be staying at the Legacy Vacation Resort’s Steamboat Springs Hilltop. It is about a five-minute drive to Main Street. We have luxury suites reserved for 24 people. Each suite has two bedrooms: 2 beds in the one room, and a king bed in the master, along with a sofa bed. Each suite has a full kitchen. There is a guest laundry that includes a washer and dryer. Some amenities are 2 indoor hot tubs, a fitness center, sauna, outdoor firepit, game room, free parking, and ski lockers. Pricing is calculated with 4 people per suite. Price is $470 per person for 5 nights (with 4 per suite). We are currently collecting a $210 deposit, which is refundable until October 1st, or after that only with a replacement found. Many people may only stay 4 nights (departing Monday, especially if they are coming in from Aspen). We will be refunding after the trip for the excess rooms not needed on the last night.

PAYMENT:
Send $470 total (preferred) or $210 deposit. Remainder due/cancellation date: October 1st.
Venmo: @harperjohn
(do NOT "turn on for purchase" or you will need to pay more)
Paypal: ‘Send to Friend’ at jph183@hotmail.com
Zelle: 215-499-8565

Cancellations after October 1st incur a $10 penalty and only refunded with replacement, and after November 1st, a $20 penalty.

FLIGHTS/TRANSPORTATION/CARPOOLS:
For those who are also attending Aspen, the most popular airport will be Denver. Google Spreadsheet will help coordinate flights, and rental cars but ultimately booking of flights and rental cars is your responsibility. For those just joining in Steamboat, you will need to flight into Denver International Airport or Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN). It is about a 3 hour from the Denver International Airport to Steamboat Springs. The Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) Transportation airport is only a 30-minute drive from Steamboat although, it is very limited in terms of flights and the flights will longer and have a layover. Free Parking at our lodging.

LIFT TICKETS:
Most trip attendees will have Ikon Passes. Steamboat Springs is on the Base Pass. If you are planning to purchase an Ikon Pass, reach out to John for more information on the group program. We do not have group discounted lift tickets for this trip specifically.

RULES:
You must agree to these rules to attend any Xplore N More (XNM) overnight trips:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing

Roommate requests need to be given by November 1st so that we can backfill open spots with appropriate genders to keep same-sex rooms.

Google Spreadsheet for Coordination of Flights/Cars:
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