Beaver Creek Vacation Planning Tips
Beaver Creek, Colorado Travel Planning.

The Ultimate Beaver Creek Vacation
Whether you are planning a Beaver Creek summer vacation or winter ski trip, these helpful tips will guide you to the perfect Beaver Creek ski vacation and Colorado getaway.

» Beaver Creek Lodging Tips
» Beaver Creek Lift Tickets
» Beaver Creek Ski Rentals
» High Altitude Issues
» What to Wear
» Sun Protection
» Insider Tips
» Village to Village Transportation

Book Your Beaver Creek Lodging in Advance
Lodging in Beaver Creek goes fast. For the best deals on lodging, it is advisable to book in advance. Beaver Creek Village, Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead all provide hotels, condos, inns, lodges and vacation rentals. The three villages also offer Beaver Creek vacation home rentals for those looking for a little seclusion. Book your Beaver Creek lodging today!

Purchase Beaver Creek Lift Tickets in Advance
A good option for purchasing discounted rates on lift tickets for the Beaver Creek Ski Resort is to book online in advance. If you purchase your ski tickets over the internet you will receive deals and discounts for your Beaver Creek lift tickets. Book your lift tickets online.

Beaver Creek Ski Rentals
Often times ski & snowboard shops offer discounts if you make arrangements online in advance. It saves you time and money. Whether you're looking for high performance demo rentals or parabolic skis to rip up the Beaver Creek corduroy, you'll find it all here. Reserve your Beaver Creek ski rentals before ever leaving home!



High Altitude Precautions
With Beaver Creek's high altitude some people suffer from High Altitude Sickness. Symptoms include:

• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty sleeping
• Dizziness and nausea
• Reduced appetite
• To combat the symptoms of high altitude sickness in Beaver Creek:
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Avoid excessive tobacco or alcohol consumption
  • Ask your hotel concierge for a humidifier for your bedroom
  • Get plenty of rest

Adequate Clothing For Beaver Creek
Clothing that layers well is your best choice for staying comfortable in Beaver Creek. Layering clothes so you can comfortably adjust to temperature changes is your best option. Ideally, your first layer should 'wick' - keeping moisture away from your skin and ensuring your core stays warm. Your external layer should provide wind-breaking attributes.

Sun Protection in Beaver Creek, Colorado
The Village at Beaver Creek lies at an elevation of 10,000 feet (3,048 m), exposure to the sun is 40% greater than it is at sea level. Sunscreen (at least SPF 30) is recommended for all exposed skin, particularly the face, lips and neck. Be certain to protect your eyes with goggles or sunglasses.

Insider Tips

• Helpful Phone Numbers for Beaver Creek Colorado
• Beaver Creek Resort Information Center: (970) 845-9090
• Beaver Creek Ski & Snowboard School: (970) 845-5300
• The Vilar Center for the Arts: (888) 920-ARTS (2787)
• Current Snow Conditions: (800) 404-3535
• Colorado Road Conditions: (303) 639-1111

Beaver Creek Village to Village Transportation
Beaver Creek offers complimentary door-to-door shuttle service to all guests traveling from Beaver Creek Village to Bachelor Gulch, Avon, and Arrowhead. Whether you're coming home from a fantastic day of skiing, off to a texas hold em night with friends or are going for a romantic night out, Call Village Transportation at (970) 949-1938 for village to village transportation.

Beaver Creek Ski Resort - Free Mountain Tours
Take a FREE Mountain Welcome Tour. Tours are given daily by expert local guides and depart from the top of Chair # 6 (Centennial Express) at 10.00a.m. Intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders are welcome; no reservations are needed. Call (970) 845-9090 for more information.