Crested Butte Skiers Benefit from Air Deals from Phoenix, San Francisco into Telluride Montrose Airport

Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) has just opened the Coke Zero® Gravity BagJump as its latest amenity in the Adventure Park. The 50 feet by 50 feet by 11 feet deep bag is filled with air and acts as a safe and cushioned landing pad for jumpers, tubers, skiers and snowboarders.

Skiers and riders in Phoenix and the San Francisco Bay Area can now take advantage of one of the best travel deals imaginable in ski country: two-for-one airline tickets straight to the slopes of Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Colorado.

The Telluride Montrose Regional Air Organization (TMRAO), Telluride Ski Resort (TSG) and Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) put the deal together with Allegiant Air to offer two-for-one airline tickets from Phoenix-Mesa airport (IWA) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) non-stop to the Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ). This is a special that brings incredible value to a skiing vacation.

“To my knowledge, there is no program in the industry where travelers can get two for one airline tickets and skiing opportunities at two of the country’s top resorts,” said Michael Martelon, President & CEO of the Telluride Tourism Board. “It’s unheard of to have this kind of option, and we’re excited to be able to offer it.”

This winter, Allegiant is offering fares from Phoenix starting as low as $46.99 one-way ($93.98 round-trip). Flights from Oakland start at $49.99 one-way ($99.98 round-trip). The flights into MTJ began December 15 and conclude April 3. Two-for-one tickets must be purchased on or before January 31, 2013 for travel by April 3, 2013. This offer is based upon availability. For a complete flight schedule, visit www.allegiantair.com.

With the collaboration of Telluride Ski Resort and Crested Butte Mountain Resort launching the Ultimate 6 Pass, a 6-day pass that is good for 3 days of skiing and riding at each resort, guests can now use the centrally located airport for their travel arrangements and have the opportunity to ski both areas in one vacation. The T-CB Ultimate 6 Pass is available at Liftopia.com at the unbeatable rate of $439 through January 31.

“With the Allegiant Two-for-One offer, and the new Telluride-Crested Butte Ultimate 6 Pass lift ticket option, skiers and winter enthusiasts living in Phoenix and in the San Francisco Bay Area now have a very compelling reason to discover Crested Butte and Telluride mountain resorts,” adds Scott Clarkson, vice president of sales and marketing for CBMR.

For more information and to book Two-for-One airline winter vacations, call 866-237-5341.

FLIGHT SCHEDULE

Wednesdays

Depart Oakland 8 a.m. arrive Montrose 11 a.m.

Depart Montrose 11:45 a.m. arrive Oakland 1:15 p.m.

Depart Phoenix-Mesa 8 a.m. arrive Montrose 9:20 a.m.

Depart Montrose 10 a.m. arrive Phoenix-Mesa 11:30 a.m.

Saturdays

Depart Oakland 7 a.m. arrive Montrose 10 a.m.

Depart Montrose 10:45 a.m. arrive Oakland 12:15 p.m.

Depart Phoenix-Mesa 1 p.m. arrive Montrose 2:20 p.m.

Depart Montrose 3:05 p.m. arrive Phoenix- Mesa 4:15 p.m.

(Flight times may vary slightly through the season; for most up to date information, visit www.allegiantair.com).

Nestled in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers a pristine landscape and mountain lifestyle. With vibrant Victorian store fronts and expressive local characters, the small historic town remains true to its heritage and radiates a welcoming and inviting spirit that celebrates a simpler life and time. Thanks to a widely diverse landscape, outdoor enthusiasts of all levels will find a new challenge with each visit. From world-class mountain biking, to topnotch skiing and snowboarding, to a secluded fly-fishing experience, Crested Butte is one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets. www.skicb.com

For more information about Crested Butte’s lodging, conference, meeting facilities, and special packages, call Crested Butte Vacations, 800-600-2803 or visit the web site at www.skicb.com.

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Fly Denver to Jackson Hole on United for $149 roundtrip until Dec. 31

In much the same way as winter started last year, The Tetons have the most snow in the Rockies, so far this season. And now there is one unbelievable deal to get you enjoying your best runs of the season. United Airlines is offering flights from Denver to Jackson Hole from $149 Round Trip when you buy 3 nights lodging and lift tickets from now till December 31, 2011.

Since opening day, November 28, 2011, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has been opening up new lifts and terrain on a regular basis with over 3600 vertical feet open this weekend accompanied by excellent ski conditions, don’t miss out. Consistent temperatures in the weeks leading up to opening provided ideal conditions for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to test drive the improved and expanded snow making machinery, creating a substantial base of snow under the natural snow, all of which is being groomed with our expanded snowcat fleet. Plus the fun is not limited to the slopes, festive events, amazing après parties and the delights of the authentic town of Jackson are not to be missed at this special time of the year.

Call Jackson Hole Central Reservations today to learn more about this and other great offers and vacation packages, 888-838-6606 or go to http://www.jacksonholewy.com/fly-to-jackson-hole-for-149.

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Crested Butte Offers ‘Buy One Airline Ticket, Get One Free’ This Holiday Season

Celebrate the holidays in Colorado’s “Last Great Ski Town.” Buy one airline ticket, Get one FREE when booking a lift and lodging package at the Plaza Condominiums this holiday season. The offer is valid for up to three free airline tickets, which means you could save up to $1500 on your holiday vacation to Crested Butte.

The Plaza Condominiums offer condominium conveniences in a hotel-like setting and an easy walk to the action packed ski area.

Hurry, you must book this special offer on or before November 28.

The buy-one, get-one free airline ticket offer is available for Dec 15-24, 2011 arrivals; travel must be completed by Dec 28.  Also, there is a four-night minimum stay with two, two-day lift ticket purchase required.

www.skicb.com/specials, 800.810.7669

Travelling to Crested Butte during another time? American Airlines is offering some of the lowest airfares of the season to Gunnison-Crested Butte (GUC). More Info

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Southwest Airlines Offers Savings up to $120, Plus Free Nights or Reduced Rates on St. Petersburg/Clearwater Packages

Seeing dolphin is just one of the many appeals of visiting Clearwater Beach of Florida's Gulf Coast © 2011 Karen Rubin/news-photos-features.com

Southwest Airlines is offering a deal on travel to St. Petersburg/Clearwater: book a flight plus hotel vacation package at any hotel Southwest Airlines Vacations offers in St. Petersburg or Clearwater, and save up to $120 per reservation when using promotion code SUN120 at the time of booking

• SAVE $40 on a total package price between $500 – $999.
• SAVE $80 on a total package price between $1,000 – $1,999.
• SAVE $120 on a total package price of $2,000 or more.

Plus, enjoy these great offers when you book a flight + hotel package at the participating hotels!¹

• Sheraton Sand Key Resort – Save 40 Percent!
• Doubletree Beach Resort Tampa Bay North Redington Beach - Fifth Night FREE!
• Don CeSar Beach Resort, A Loews Hotel – Fourth Night FREE!
• Alden Beach Resort – Save up to 40 Percent!
• Sirata Beach Resort – Save 40 Percent!

Packages must be booked between July 8, 2011 and August 4, 2011 by 6 p.m. Central Time for travel August 1, 2011 through December 24, 2011. Blackout dates apply. One-day advance purchase is required.

Customized Vacation Packages Include:

• Roundtrip flight via Southwest Airlines^® to St. Petersburg/Clearwater via Tampa
• Hotel accommodations (including taxes)
• Rapid Rewards^® points on the flight portion
• 24-hour traveler assistance

First and second checked bags fly free (weight and size limits apply); even golf bags fly free, which represents a savings up to $120 per person.

For complete details on this offer, visit:
http://www.southwestvacations.com/Deals/Deal.aspx?deal=232

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 NEWLY OPENED CHIHULY COLELCTION ENRICHES ST PETERSBURG’S RICH CULTURAL OFFERINGS

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