Executive Chef Profile: Tom “Tommy” Tompkins

The View Restaurant & Bar, Mountain Lodge Telluride
 Executive Chef Profile:  Tom “Tommy” Tompkins

Mountain Lodge Telluride & Telluride Outside partner for spectacular fall foliage excursions

“Fall in the San Juan Mountains is breathtakingly magnificent”

 

Mountain Lodge Telluride & Telluride Outside partner for spectacular fall foliage excursions. 

Super Spring Skiing Special - Save up to 30%

Photograph 2011 © Neil Hastings.

No lift lines, long sunny spring days. The skiing is at its best in late March and early April. Join us in Telluride for the Spring Blast, March 19 – April 3.  Stay 3 or more nights and enjoy up to 30% discount on lodging and lift tickets.

"Wilson Peak".  Photograph 2011 © Neil Hastings.

The "Smart Skier" Deal at Mountain Lodge Telluride

The "Smart Skier" Deal at Mountain Lodge Telluride

You are a smart skier, right? Of course you are, you love a great mountain, the best views in North America, NO lift lines, and a really good deal. Well here it is....Now thru February 4th, Mountain Lodge Telluride is helping you get the most for your money with "The Smart Skier" deal. The longer you stay the more you save! Save up to 30% on ski in and ski out lodging with a 3 night stay. Discounted lift tickets also available! If you are flying in the Telluride Air desk has some amazing pricing on flights. For smart deals on airline tickets contact the Telluride air desk at 888-451-9527.  And don't forget, pets are welcome at Mountain Lodge Telluride!

THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES

• stay 1 night get 10% off
• stay 2 nights get 20% off
• stay 3 nights or more get 30% off
• Discounted lift tickets available by contacting our reservations department at reservations@mountainlodgetelluride.com or by calling 970-369-5000
• Discounted ski rentals available through Christy Sports at www.christysports.com or at 970-369-5267

Promotion available for stays Jan 7th - February 5th on NEW bookings only. Can not be combined with any other offer. Discount applies to all room types based on availability.

Click Here For More Information on the "Smart Skier" Deal

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Mountain Lodge Telluride Makes Conde Nast Traveler's 2010 Ski Poll - The Best Places to Ski and Stay in North America!

 2010 Ski Poll: The Best Places to Ski and Stay in North America

We share the top ski experiences, as voted by readers in our fifteenth annual survey—from the mountain resorts that let powder hounds play hard to the hotel havens that enable you to rest even harder.

'Soar in Style', special Mountain Lodge Telluride Ski Package Featured on Bing

MSN, Bing Feature Mountain Lodge at Telluride -- ‘Soar in Style’ package lands spot as top destination for millionaires, billionaires --

In the travel slide show detailing 19 of the most select vacations around the world, Mountain Lodge at Telluride’s “Soar in Style” package is among only a few North American destinations. Other vacations selected include stays at an India palace, an upscale Dubai hotel, Trump Tower Chicago, and a luxury apartment hotel in the French Alps. Also on the list are world cruises – and a trip to the moon on a Soyuz spacecraft.

The Soar in Style package, offered throughout the winter ski season, starts with private round-trip jet air service from the guest’s home airport of choice to Telluride Airport, chauffeured limousine transport to and from the airports, and a personal on-call concierge during the visit.

Activities include helicopter skiing the back country of the San Juan Mountains, a guided snowmobile tour to Dunton Hot Springs for a soak, a spa treatment and lunch, dog sledding, and skiing Telluride Mountain with a private guide. Guests also receive a complete equipment makeover, with skis and customized boots (or snowboard) as a souvenir.

Soar in Style guests receive Dom Pérignon upon arrival, dinner prepared by a personal chef in the cabin each evening, and on the last night, a gourmet dinner and wine for two at Allred’s, Telluride’s signature restaurant.

The price for the package starts at $14,017 per person, double occupancy, for four nights in a log-and-stone cabin with slope-side ski access.

“The ‘Soar in Style’ package is perfect for a few select guests,” says Neil Hastings, director of sales and marketing for the resort. “With the variety of accommodations at Mountain Lodge at Telluride, we also provide the best value in Telluride for travelers more conscious of budget.” For example, the resort is offering a fifth night free on any paid stay of four nights through April 4, the end of ski season in Telluride. Post-ski season, the resort offers a wide variety of price levels.

Mountain Lodge at Telluride is an exclusive, slopeside, upscale resort featuring an eclectic blend of rustic elegance and western charm. At 9,500 feet in the San Juan Mountains, the locale offers private luxury cabins, condominiums and lodge rooms, as well as executive conference rooms for small meetings and retreats, reception space and full catering service.

This winter, Mountain Lodge at Telluride has served as a major lodging sponsor for the Olympic-qualifying LG FIS Snowboard World Cup, providing lodging for the athletes, event sponsors and other VIPs. Telluride was the sole stop of for the sport’s World Cup in the 2009-2010 season.

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Packing for a Ski Vacation: What to Take -- Mountain Lodge at Telluride offers ‘top 10’ list --

Packing for a Ski Vacation: What to Take

-- Mountain Lodge at Telluride offers ‘top 10’ list -- 

Telluride, Colo. – Time to head to the slopes?   No matter where you go, when, or for how long, the details can make the difference between a fun-filled, relaxing trip and misery.  Mountain Lodge at Telluride, deep in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, offers these tips on what to bring – and what not to bring – to make your ski trip memorable and fun.

Don’t Forget to Pack:

1.       Sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses: Higher altitudes, sunny days, and reflection from the snow can produce severe sunburns, even with temperatures in the 30s and 40s.

2.       Moisturizer: Higher altitudes, especially in the western United States, bring very dry air. Bring along a favorite moisturizer and use it liberally.

3.       Layers: Weather can change in minutes, literally. When you’re out in it all day, be prepared to take layers on and off to stay comfortable and dry. Focus on wicking fabrics and avoid cotton to stay warm.

4.       Water bottle: When you’re active and at altitude, it’s easy to become dehydrated and not realize it. Fill your bottle with water on your way to the slopes – in the car, train, bus or plane – and keep drinking throughout your trip. Plenty of water also helps to prevent headaches often associated with visits to high altitude.

5.       Toys, books, and games: If you’re traveling with the family, be sure to bring something to entertain the kids. Even the most energetic may have some “quiet” time.

6.       Swimsuits: For you and the kids. Most hotels have hot tubs and indoor pools.

7.       A good book: Skiers of all ages like to take some time off from skiing and just rest.

8.       Good walking shoes: You won’t be in ski boots all the time, and you’ll want to be comfortable walking around town, the hotel, and to restaurants. Ladies, no high heels – they don’t work on snow and ice.

9.       Thin socks: Skiers often make the mistake of bringing thick socks in the hope of keeping warm feet in those ski boots. Thinner socks made of a wicking material will keep your toes and feet much warmer.

10.   Groceries: Whether you’re driving or flying, try to keep some healthy snacks on hand. Eating small, frequent meals throughout the day can put extra energy into active days, particularly at altitude.

“Preparation can make a good vacation great, or turn disappointment into fun,” says Neil Hastings, director of sales and marketing for Mountain Lodge. The resort, with slopeside access, welcomes guests from throughout the United States and many foreign countries each year.  “It’s difficult to know what to expect from altitude, drier air and the climate if you don’t live here year-round,” he says, “so we encourage visitors to prepare in order to get the most out of their vacations.”

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Mountain Lodge at Telluride is an exclusive, slopeside, upscale resort featuring an eclectic blend of rustic elegance and western charm. At 9,500 feet in the San Juan Mountains, the locale offers private luxury cabins, condominiums, and lodge rooms as well as executive conference rooms offer space for small meetings and retreats, reception space and full catering service. The View restaurant provides authentic Italian dining in a spectacular, intimate setting.

Mountain Lodge at Telluride has served as a major lodging sponsor for the 2010 Olympic-qualifying LG FIS Snowboard World Cup, providing lodging for the athletes, event sponsors and other VIPs. Telluride was the sole U.S. stop for the sport’s World Cup in the 2009-2010 season.

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Mountain Lodge at Telluride Extends Welcome to Pets

-- Upscale resort rolls out red carpet for man’s best friend in pet-friendly Telluride--

Telluride, Colo. – When it comes to vacationing in Telluride, man’s best friend receive the same type of welcome and first-class treatment as his or her owners do at Mountain Lodge at Telluride.

Pets are welcome at the upscale resort, as they are at most stops in the Telluride area. Boasting more dogs than people, Telluride is one of the most dog-friendly vacation destinations in the country. Pet owners especially enjoy bringing their dogs to Telluride in summer and fall, when they can access the hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails – all of which are dog-friendly – that extend directly from the Town of Telluride. All are dog-friendly.

Pets are allowed in select cabins of the free, energy efficient gondola that connects Telluride and the neighboring town of Mountain Village, ensuring man’s best friends can also enjoy the 360-degree views. The town’s free shuttle bus system, the Galloping Goose, helps tired paws by welcoming well-behaved pets on a leash.

Designated “puppy parking” spots throughout town let dogs chill out for a few minutes while owners pop into nearby retail shops. Two boutiques in the Town of Telluride (Mountain Tails and Alpen Schatz) offer unique necessities and gourmet treats for pets. Alpen Schatz features the original handcrafted leather and brass, or leather and silver, Swiss Dog Collar.

The annual Telluride Fur Ball, taking place each August, is a grand celebration for dogs and their owners. Benefiting the Second Chance Humane Society, the event traditionally features live music, food and dance.

“Pets are part of life, and part of family, in the Telluride area,” says Neil Hastings, director of sales and marketing for Mountain Lodge at Telluride. “Man’s best friend is welcome here.”

Mountain Lodge at Telluride (www.MountainLodgeTelluride.com)

Mountain Lodge at Telluride is an exclusive, slopeside, upscale resort featuring an eclectic blend of rustic elegance and western charm. At 9,500 feet in the San Juan Mountains, the locale offers private luxury cabins, condominiums, and lodge rooms as well as executive conference rooms offer space for small meetings and retreats, reception space and full catering service. The View restaurant provides authentic Italian dining in a spectacular, intimate setting.

Mountain Lodge at Telluride has served as a major lodging sponsor for the 2010 Olympic-qualifying LG FIS Snowboard World Cup, providing lodging for the athletes, event sponsors and other VIPs. Telluride was the sole U.S. stop for the sport’s World Cup in the 2009-2010 season. 

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