Video: What To Do In Vail, Colorado Outside FIS World Alpine Ski Championships
It’s not everyday the FIS World Alpine Ski Championships comes to Colorado’s backyard. The event takes place Feb 2-15 in Vail, Colorado. 700 athletes from 70 nations will compete over14 days in 11 races. This is the most significant alpine skiing event in America since the 2002 Olympics.There are five disciplines: Downhill, Super G, Giant Slalom, Salmon and Super Combined. The men will reach speeds of more than 80 miles per hour on Birds of Prey while the ladies will clock in at over 75 mph in sections of Raptors. All racers are open to spectators. While you are in the Vail Valley.. here are some other things to check out. We feature them in a video shot with Trip Television.
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Things to do when visiting Vail…
Skiing and Boarding at Vail Mountain
As the largest single resort in the United States, Vail Ski Resort comes in at over 5,000 acres of expansive skiing space.
Access is available at three base areas; Golden Peak, Vail Village, Lionshead.
Skiers delight at the long runs that are groomed daily. Snowboarding is also a favorite here along with Kid’s Adventure Zones, and mountain dinning.
Ice Skating at Solaris Plaza
Vail Family Holidaze returns with world-champion skaters presenting shows in the plaza. Enjoying performances at Solaris Plaza in Vail Village is free.
Bowling at BOL at Solaris Plaza
Spend some time indoors warming up at BOL. BOL offers a unique, family-friendly dining and entertainment experience with a luxurious alley. A full menu with portions meant to be shared. Stay on a healthy track with the grilled avocado with lump cramp. Or if you are needing more the mango chicken with stuffed quinoa bars keeps health a focus with a lot more fill.
“It’s the objective of bōl to bring exceptional food, service and environment to Vail, and we invite adults and children alike will fall in love with Vail’s newest food and entertainment hot spot.”
Another place to stay warm and toasty in Vail’s Solaris Plaza is CineBistro. Located at 141 E. Meadow Dr. you can watch a movie on the big screen in comfort.
From the 3D version of Frozen to the much-anticipated Hunger Games sequel, Catching Fire, you have popular movies to enjoy along with CineBistro dinning.
It’s a movie/restaurant combination with a high-class feel.
Serving dinner nightly starting at 5pm, Matsuhisa brings fusion cuisine with Japanese, Peruvian, and Argentinian ingredients.
“I always put something special in my food, my heart.” -Nobu Matsuhisa
The dedication is apparent. Matsuhisa has a gorgeous, warm atmosphere with indoor and outdoor dining available. It’s a popular place, so reservations are recommended.
