Is A Trip To Aspen, Colorado Worth The Money? Maybe Not
By Jack Hawkins
VACATIONS
Colorado has many ski towns, but the priciest one — Aspen — may be worth it if you want world-renowned slopes, Victorian architecture, boutiques, and Michelin-starred restaurants.
Aspen has 5,600 skiable acres that cater to skiers of all abilities and are all the more enjoyable because of how efficient they are. A free bus shuttle links the four ski areas.
Unfortunately, a week's stay in peak season will cost you thousands of dollars in accommodation alone. Even a stay at a three-star hotel will be over $2,500.
For the four to five-star experience, expect to pay up to $20,000. However, you'll get splendid service for your money, with plush furnishings, towering views, and many ski lifts.
Fine restaurants complement the stylish lodgings, so you're unlikely to find cheap eats, but burgers, beer, and other typical fare are available at The White House Tavern.