![]() ![]() Others countered that lines seemed longer due to chairlift restrictions, and with additional activities back in the winter rotation, including sporting events and other indoor past times, skiing might not be the go-to for as many people. Skiers worried that although Covid will be better contained by next season, it will still need to be managed. The Epic Day Pass is a great option for people who might not ski enough to warrant a full pass purchase but still want pass holder perks such as Epic Coverage pass insurance and a 20-percent discount on lodging, dining, and other resort services.Īlso Read: A Late Season Indy Pass Could Make Your Spring Road Trip Way CheaperĪs news of the price cut leaked out into universe, grumblings about lift lines and crowds at already packed resorts predictably popped up on various Facebook pages. Seriously, though, when was the last time a day ticket was $67 at Keystone? These new Epic Day Passes go on sale on April 29. Epic Day Passes start at $67/day at these resorts, and skiers can customize their purchase by choosing the number of days and whether or not they want to include holidays. Now skiers can buy deeply discounted day tickets at select resorts, including Keystone, Crested Butte, Stowe, Northstar, Heavenly, and more. What’s more, new for this season is a second level of resort access on the Epic Day Pass. While it’s fallen a bit short since its inception, we’re happy to report that Epic For Everyone has come through with true single-day discounts for next season through the Epic Day Pass, such as $87/day at Vail (the window rate is currently $219). This is all part of Vail’s Epic For Everyone campaign, which launched two years ago with the aim of making season-pass-type prices available to everyone. The full Ikon Pass, for reference, is $999 ($899 for current pass holders who renew by May 4.) However, you can pay over time with Ikon thanks to 3-, 6-, and 12-month financing plans with no money down. Pass Wars on Are On: Start Skiing Now on Next Season’s Ikon PassĪs of today, you can buy a full, unrestricted Epic Pass for $783 and an Epic Local Pass for $583. “Today, as we double down on our pass strategy by dramatically reducing our pass prices, we are excited to make it easier for everyone to move into a pass, and we remain fully committed to ensuring continuous improvements in the guest experience.” “When we launched the Epic Pass 13 years ago, we began a journey to offer incredible value, flexibility and access to pass holders in exchange for a commitment before the season starts,” said Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz in a press release. The last time the Epic Pass was priced this low was right after Vail Resorts purchased Park City Mountain Resort, nearly seven years ago. Vail’s big news is indeed a 20-percent across-the-board price cut to all of its Epic season pass products, essentially taking rates back to the 2015-’16 season when the VR portfolio of resorts number 11 as opposed to today’s 70. On one such speculative post, Roger Williams, a member of the Epic Pass Holders group on Facebook commented, “They’re lowering prices to be more family friendly and inclusive.” He followed up his comment with an emoji of a guy rolling on the floor laughing. Speculation ensued, with people throwing out possibilities that included either increasing or dropping the reservation system, widespread refunds or pass credits, and even that Vail Resorts would be offering a year-round membership instead of season passes. “This Changes Everything,” were the three simple words. On MaVail Resorts dropped a cryptic message onto its Facebook timeline that’s had us industry folks scratching our heads since. Limited Resort Access with Local and Regional Epic Passes. ![]() Unlimited Resort Access with Full Epic Pass.Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! ![]()
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