Above the Clouds

Escape with friends to an adventure beyond any other with the Above the Clouds travel package. Just in time for the holiday season, Vail, Beaver Creek and Zacapa Rum have partnered to create an extraordinary all-inclusive vacation package that will take visitors on an unforgettable journey. Zacapa, which is produced in Guatemala and aged at 8,000 feet above sea level, perfectly pairs with Vail and Beaver Creek, Colorado’s majestic mountains and landscape located at an 8,000-foot-plus altitude.

No detail on this trip will be overlooked – from the transportation of your ski equipment in advance of your departure, to the personal concierge available at any time throughout the stay – the travel package is truly a cut above the rest.

Trip Details

DAY 1
Guests arrive in Vail and are transported via private chauffer to the Game Creek Chalet high above Vail Village. Only accessible by ski or Sno-Cat, the chalet is nestled in the forests of Game Creek, 10,500 feet atop Vail Mountain. After settling in, guests will partake in a multicourse dinner prepared by their private chef. With breathtaking views and gourmet dishes paired with Zacapa cocktails, the first night spent above the clouds will undoubtedly be one to remember.

DAY 2
Attendees awake to experience the First Tracks tour of the mountain led by pro skier Chad Fleischer. After carving through the powdery trails, travelers return to a fireside après-ski within the comforts of their private chalet to enjoy Zacapa served neat, and consumed responsibly. After warming up, guests will venture down to Vail Village to indulge in a delicious meal.

DAY 3
Guests begin their morning by being transported to the exquisite Penthouse at the boutique hotel, The Osprey at Beaver Creek, A RockResort, that’s just steps away from the chairlift. The recently renovated slope-side resort brings contemporary design together with blissful comfort and balconies with stunning views to behold before heading to the lifts. Guests will have the chance to tackle the resort’s toughest trails and bump runs, skiing more than 23,000 vertical feet in one day, known as the Talons Challenge to local citizens.  After returning from a long day of adventure the day will be completed as, a Sno-Cat-pulled sleigh takes everyone to enjoy a lavish dinner.

DAY 4
Advanced skiers and riders can head to Stone Creek Chutes for some steeps, cliffs and all-out adventure skiing. After a bluebird day on the slopes, return to a relaxing in-room straight razor shave while sipping Zacapa. Following the treatment guests spend the evening learning the craft of the cocktail from a professional mixologist in the comfort of their hotel room.

The journey Above the Clouds with Vail Resorts and Zacapa Rum is a winter escape that will be truly remarkable. The powdery trails and incredible activities on the snowy peaks of Colorado make memories with friends that last. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is available from December 1, 2009 and you must book by April 5, 2010 to enjoy this ski season. This five-day trip includes an Epic Pass valid for unlimited skiing all season long at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly and Arapahoe Basin and costs approximately $40,000.00 USD for five adults (age 21 and over).  All activities are weather permitting and bookings are subject to availability. For booking information, please contact Vail Resorts at 800-358-8448.