{"id":98891739,"date":"2017-12-08T10:34:10","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T15:34:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/?p=98891739"},"modified":"2020-04-30T06:41:36","modified_gmt":"2020-04-30T10:41:36","slug":"skis-new-years-eve-2017-head-to-colorado","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/skis-new-years-eve-2017-head-to-colorado\/","title":{"rendered":"Got Skis & No Plans for New Year\u2019s Eve 2017? Head to Colorado!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even though there’s less than a month\u00a0left to go until 2018, there\u2019s still time to plan a last-minute New Year\u2019s Eve trip to the Colorado Rockies.\u00a0It’s the perfect trip for anyone who loves to ski and is looking for a unique way to ring in the new year. Not only is the region rife with festive opportunities, but the chance to ski with minimal distractions on New Year\u2019s Day is a special treat. Resorts in the high country are still putting finishing touches on their special events,\u00a0 but we were able to put together a rundown of a few of Colorado\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve festivities.<\/p>\n

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A world-famous complex with four different mountains and more than 5,000 skiable acres, Aspen\/Snowmass<\/a>\u00a0is the biggest name in Colorado<\/a> skiing. If you\u2019re traveling on a budget, then this elite destination surrounded by luxurious accommodations and extravagant local real estate will probably not be for you.<\/p>\n

If cost isn’t a concern and you\u2019re in Aspen<\/a>, consider splurging at the Velvet Buck in the St. Regis. Guests can enjoy a bountiful feast that includes seafood towers, carving stations, and innovative holiday specialties.\u00a0The St. Regis offers a less pricey option in the Mountain Social. Here you can sip cocktails (no cover and complimentary champagne toast at midnight) while listening to a DJ perform. This is an ideal spot to watch the 8 pm and midnight fireworks over Aspen Mountain.<\/p>\n

Another dinner option is at the Hotel Jerome. Those seeking an outdoor venue can head to Wagner Park for a free bonfire with DJ music. At the Wheeler Opera House, the Stringdusters will be performing. A complimentary champagne toast will follow the concert. For an exclusive celebration at The Little Nell, join the Dom Perignon Party that features musical acts, an open bar, and food stations.<\/p>\n

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