Vail Resorts announced Thursday that it will open summer operations at its Colorado resorts in the next two weeks.
The company will be operating with new COVID-19 safety procedures includes social distancing measures, enhanced cleaning protocols and revisions to regularly offered programs and services.
Crested Butte - June 26th:
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- Scenic chairlift rides
- Hiking & mountain biking
- Butte 66 to offer grab ‘n go food and drink
Keystone: - June 26th:
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- Open Fridays to Sundays for River Run Gondola scenic rides
- Hiking & mountain biking
- Summit House to offer grab ‘n go food and drink
- Golf opened June 5 for daily operations at the River Course
Beaver Creek - July 1st:
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- Scenic chairlift and gondola rides on Centennial Express
- Hiking & mountain biking
- Bike haul
- Spruce Saddle to offer grab ‘n go food and drink.
Vail - July 1st:
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- Gondola One scenic rides
- Hiking & mountain biking
- Grab ‘n go food at Mid-Vail
- Gondola 19 scheduled to open mid-July with hiking
- Epic Discovery interpretive trails
- Alpine coaster
- Grab ‘n go food and drink at Eagle’s Nest
Breckenridge - July 4th:
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- BreckConnect Gondola
- Scenic chairlift rides
- Hiking & mountain biking
- Alpine slide and alpine coaster
- Ski Hill Grill to offer grab ‘n go food and drink
COVID-19 Safety Commitments:
Physical Distancing:
- On mountain, the resorts’ vast outdoor settings make physical distancing easy. But in the base areas and other locations where it is more difficult to do so, we will have signage and decals to ensure guests remain six feet apart.
- Guests will be required to wear face coverings in certain areas. This includes in lines, when loading and unloading chairlifts, when loading and riding in gondolas or bubble chairs, on activities such as an alpine slide or mountain coaster, and in indoor resort facilities. Guests are strongly encouraged to bring their own face coverings, but resorts will have them available upon request, subject to availability. Employees will be required to wear face coverings at all times.
- Plexiglass barriers have been installed in areas where physical distancing measures are not possible, including at points of purchase.
- Capacity of lifts and gondolas will be reduced to allow for physical distancing. Guests will only be allowed on lifts and gondolas with travelers in their party.
- Employees may limit the number of guests in any area of the resort to ensure proper physical distancing (e.g. indoor spaces, parking lots, common spaces, etc.).
Employee Protocols & Training:
- All employees are required to wear a face-covering and follow the Company’s safety protocols and procedures at all times, including regular hand washing and use of personal protective gear.
- Employees will undergo daily health screenings and receive appropriate training to ensure safety.
- Employees are required to stay home if sick.
Guest Expectations:
- Guests are asked to stay home if they are sick or experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.
- Guests are required to wear face coverings in certain areas, including in lines, when loading and unloading chairlifts, when loading and riding in gondolas and bubble chairs, on activities such as an alpine slide or mountain coaster; in indoor resort facilities, and whenever it is not possible to maintain a six feet distance from unknown parties. Guests are strongly encouraged to bring their own face coverings, but resorts will have them available upon request, subject to availability. Guests who are unwilling to comply with this safety requirement will not be permitted to participate in the experience.
- All guests are expected to comply with physical distancing guidelines outlined by public health as well as resort signage or as directed by resort employees.
Enhanced Cleaning & Sanitization:
- High-touch surfaces will be frequently cleaned and disinfected with EPA-approved products that kill the COVID-19 virus.
- Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting will take place daily in our gondola cabins, frequently throughout the day in our public restrooms and after each use on our alpine slide and mountain coaster carts.
- Hand sanitizing stations will be provided throughout the resort. Frequent handwashing is required of employees.
- All transactions will be cashless for lift and gondola rides, mountain activities, on-mountain dining as well as at the Company’s lodging, retail and rental locations.
Hospitality & Lodging:
- Guests will be asked to maintain physical distancing guidelines and use face coverings when in common areas.
- One guest per family will be allowed to enter the lobby for check-in/out.
- Transactions will be cashless.
- Room keys will be cleaned and disinfected before they are placed into guest packets.
Dining Facilities:
- To ensure physical distancing, dining facilities will run at reduced capacity with updated floor plans in common areas. Outdoor seating will be available.
- On-mountain dining will only offer grab ‘n go food and all transactions will be cashless.
