Ashlyn and Nathan

When in Vail...

Skiing/Snowboarding in Vail is awesome.  If you have the opportunity to extend your trip by even a day, we definitely recommend you take in the surrounding beauty by hitting the slopes. 

Vail Village is a cute little village filled with shops and restaurants.  Enjoy walking around the village and checking out local vendors.  Check out our favorite restaurants below!  Make sure to bundle up as it could be cold!

Enjoy ice skating at the Arrabelle Square in Lionshead Village.  Skates are avalilable to rent.  Open 1pm-9pm.

Bol is a super cool bowling alley/restaurant located in Vail Village. You can rent a lane and enjoy some food all within walking distance from the host hotel.

Enjoy a movie and dining experience at Vail Village’s CinéBistro. Only a few minutes walk from the host hotel, you can indulge in great food and drinks while enjoying a movie.

Elway's, owned by former Bronco's QB John Elway, is located in our host hotel and is known for it's famous steak seasoning and it's prime hand-cut beef whether it is their thick porterhouse, tender filet, or juicy bone-in rib-eye.  Other signature dishes include their Lamb Chop Fondue and the Elway's Salmon.  Don't miss out on their baked-to-order chocolate chip cookies served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ale House Kitchen & Tap combines a stellar beer list with a menu focusing on burgers, flatbreads, apps, and other pub food.  Enjoy a pint from their wide selection of craft brews with the Ale House burger or a pesto chicken flatbread.

This Vail Village steakhouse has been slow roasting its prime rib since its debut in 1969 and serving it along classic dishes like clam chowder, caesar salad, and baked potatoes as well as entrees like seafood pasta and grilled proteins. 

Located right near Gondola One, Joes' is a good old-fashioned deli.  Serving up breakfast, soups, sandwiches, and its famous homemade ice cream.  For a quick breakfast before you hit the slopes, grab an egg and cheese sandwich or a Powder Day burrito.  For lunch, make sure to try their Italian sandwich or the famous Beef n' Egg hot pastrami, corned beef, and provolone cheese melted and topped with two over easy eggs.

For out of town guests, you have the option to take the Colorado Mountain Express shuttle from DIA to Vail. This is a great option if you don't want to deal with the hassle of a rental car, the potential weather conditions/roads in early December, and/or the parking expenses once in Vail. 

Advance transportation reservations can be made by contacting Colorado Mountain Express by phone at 970-754-7433. You will receive a discount if you tell them you are with the "Searle/Valentine Wedding." 

All reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. Individual cancellations within 24 hours of pick-up are subject to forfeiture of the full fare. Individual cancellations outside of 24 hours may result in a partial refund and processing fee. No shows will be charged the rate indicated on the individual reservation.

Take the free bus to get to Vail Village, Lionshead Village and most anywhere else in Vail.  This is a super convenient way for you to get around town, especially if you are staying outside of Vail Village.

If you are staying at the host hotel, The Lodge at Vail, you can valet park for $35/day. 

If you are staying outside of Vail Village and are planning to drive in for the events, please plan for the following parking charges: 

0 to 2 hrs…………FREE
2 to 3 hrs……………$10
3 to 4 hrs……………$20
4 to 15 hrs…………..$30
15 to 24 hrs…………$50

The Solaris plaza also has public parking.  This building is located next to the parking structure in Vail Village.  Prices for here will vary and are more expensive than the Vail Village Parking Garage.  Limited validation is available from the businesses inside of Solaris.

Visitors from lower elevation need time for their bodies to acclimate.  Symptoms of altitude sickness may include fatigue, decreased appetite, shortness of breath, nausea, headache, and sleep disturbances.  Rest is key and extra fluids should be taken during the first two days at altitude.  Alcohol is best avoided. Smaller meals are advised as well.  To avoid dehydration, an adult should drink a minimum of eight glasses of water per day. If high altitude symptoms or any other medical issues are of concern, please contact a doctor immediately.

Dehydration:
Hydration is the key at high altitudes and dry climates especially if you are participating in physical activities.  It sounds simple, yet is often overlooked.
The dry mountain air increases your respiratory rate due to the lower oxygen content, which can be made greater with alcohol consumption.  Alcohol and caffeine intake should be used with caution.   Keep a bottle of water with you.  An adult should drink a minimum of eight glasses of water per day.

Sunburn:
Be sure not to underestimate the sun at a higher elevation.  Spend less time in the sun than you would normally at home.  Always wear sunscreen and don’t forget your sunglasses or goggles!  You are more than a mile closer to the sun than you are at sea level and there is less atmosphere to block out the sun’s rays.  Sunburns occur much faster at higher altitudes.  Be careful of the sun reflection off the snow and back onto the body.  Protect yourself by wearing a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 15-30).  Carry nourishing lotion or Aloe Vera gel for dry skin and overexposure. 

Please feel free to contact our Wedding Planner, JoAnn Moore, at 970-926-2177 with any questions or needs.