Arguably no U.S. mountain town is as synonymous with ski culture as Aspen.

The worlds collide duringapres-ski, when unbuckled ski boots, cold beer, and tall ski tales reign supreme.

This iconic Aspen hotel is the only luxury ski-in, ski-out property in town and its reputation is well-deserved.

Aspen skyline from an overlook in the winter at night

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In the rooms, you’ll find marble bathrooms, balconies, and suites with steam showers and fireplaces.

For a day of shopping, reserve the property’s house BMW and cruise around in style.

Indoor and outdoor seating is available, and reservations are recommended.

Exterior of The St. Regis Aspen Resort

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(We recommend the French onion soup dumplings.)

Indoor and outdoor seating is available, weather dependent, and reservations are recommended.

Seating is indoors and reservations are recommended during the height of summer and winter season.

Winter scene at dusk at Little Nell mountain resort

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Indoor and outdoor seating is available, weather dependent, and reservations are recommended.

Start with oysters or sushi, but save room for the main event: the meat.

Opt for Japanese wagyu cooked tableside or large cuts like a 40-oz.

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection in Aspen, Colorado

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prime porterhouse for sharing.

Seating is open and the venue’s two full bars keep the drinks coming.

Food & Wine Classic in Aspen

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Food.

Food on a table with a view of the ski slopes during winter

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It doesn’t sound half bad, does it?

It’s a true must-attend event and a go-to for foodies all over the globe.

In addition to cashmere, the shop sells designer clothing, accessories, and shoes.

Dining table in restaurant with food and wine

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East Aspen:East Aspen has a more laid-back feel than the “downtown” Central Core.

The views of Aspen Mountain ski area are particularly impressive from here.

Late season snow gives way to warmer days around April, as the first blooms of the year appear.

Catch Stead dining room

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Apps to Download

Aspen Snowmass:The hub for all four of the ski area’s mountains.

Duemani dining yurt

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The Silver Queen Gondola takes riders up Ajax Mountain from its boarding station in downtown Aspen, Colorado.

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Aspen Art Museum exterior view from across the street

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People walk the grounds between white tents at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen

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Aerial view of the store, Kemo Sabe, in Aspen

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