If you're coming to Vail, Colorado for a week or longer, it is often a better value if you pair your lodging with your lift tickets. Many times, you can save big if you purchase these two items together. Many hotels and condos in Vail will offer lodging and lift ticket packages. These are typically known as ski free stay free. This means you will receive a free night of accommodations while getting a free lift ticket as well. These rates are only valid during the off peak seasons which are as follows: Opening to December 20th, January 5th - February 10th and late march until closing.

If you purchase Vail ski tickets online you are more likely to find better rates than at the ticket counter. You can save money and time as well. Purchase Lift tickets well in advance to receive the deepest discounts.

The Vail Ski Resort plays host to 5,289 acres of terrain. This includes Vail Mountain, Sun Up Bowl, Sun Down Bowl, China Bowl, Inner and Outer Mongolia and of course Blue Sky Basin. Nestled at the base of the Vail Ski Resort are four unique Villages. East Vail, West Vail, Vail Village and Lionshead Village. These base villages offer many different styles of lodging. Prices tend to sky rocket during the peak seasons. These include Thanksgiving weekend, Christmas, New Years and Presidents weekend. If possible, it is best to avoid these time periods if you're looking for affordable lodging in the Vail Valley. Finding lodging deals can feel like riding the stock market, but it doesn't have to be. Just make sure you plan your vacation about 3-6 months in advance. Vail offers everything from unique vacation rentals to upscale hotel units. Additionally, many visitors who ski by day, stay in other parts of Vail by night. In fact, Eagle, Avon, Beaver Creek and Minturn all offer additional accommodations if the Vail Valley is booked out entirely.

Many travel companies will plan your entire vacation for you. For some people, the thought of going online and piece mealing their vacation can seem like a daunting task. If you're into a no-hassle vacation mode, why not let someone organize your Vail ski trip for you. This can be done by simply choosing the right travel company. It is often an advantage to book through a company that specializes in travel, lodging, ski tickets and activities in the Vail area versus letting a random travel agent research it. Generally speaking, authorities on Vail vacations will know what restaurants to visit, the best accommodation options for your group and tips and tricks for transportation.