Set amid the magical mountainscapes of the Rockies and the sparkling waters and glades of the White River National Forest, Aspen becomes a winter wonderland from November to April every year. The synergy between Edmiston and Aspen is strong, which is why you’ll find our dedicated team of sales and charter brokers in Colorado’s exclusive winter resort town.
The St Regis World Snow Polo Championship & Audi Ajax Cup
We are proud to continue our sponsorship of the St Regis World Snow Polo Championship, which this year will take place on the 18th and 19th of December. This event is one of the world’s top snow polo tournaments and the final stop of the World Polo Tour. Additionally, we sponsor the Audi Ajax Cup taking place on the 30th of December, which offers a thrilling spectacle with head-to-head slalom races on Little Nell Hill.
As always, the Edmiston ice bar will be well stocked throughout the St Regis World Snow Polo Championship thanks to our longstanding partnerships with Chateau d’Esclans and Cincoro, ensuring glasses are topped up with their deliciously creamy Whispering Angel rosé and premium range of tequila. Petrossian will also be on hand, serving extraordinary gastronomic delights with their premium caviar offerings.
Guide To Aspen During Winter
While the focus at Aspen is undoubtedly the snow, our brokers will be on hand, helping guests take the fun from the slopes to the sea by planning bespoke charter itineraries for the year ahead. With the most sought-after destinations on offer and access to the world’s greatest fleet of luxury superyachts for charter, experience the pinnacle of luxury travel with Edmiston.
To extend you Aspen holiday from the slopes to the sea, speak with your luxury superyacht broker today.
1. Aspen’s best slopes
With four mountains – Snowmass, Ajax, Buttermilk and Highlands – to ski and over 362 trails to choose from, the possibilities for Snowsports in Aspen during winter are almost limitless.
Whether you’re a beginner skier, want to attempt world-class ski runs, or would rather snowboard or sled, there is a slope for you and plenty of lifts to save you energy between runs and to make the most of those spectacular views.
Buttermilk mountain is often favoured by families as it is more compact than Snowmass (which also has a children’s centre) and the beginner-intermediate run of Red Rover on West Buttermilk is popular.
Aspen Highlands is probably the preferred mountain in the eyes of locals, while Long Shot at Snowmass is the longest run across all four mountains at 5.3 miles.
For those who want to test themselves against other skiers, both Ajax and Snowmass have National Standard Race racecourses, which you can run, while pitting yourself against the US ski team’s pacesetter.
2. Most luxurious spas in Aspen
After a day on the slopes, what better way to prepare yourself for an evening of riotous fun than with a blissed-out spa experience. Thankfully, in Aspen you’re spoiled for choice.
The intimate Auberge Spa at the Hotel Jerome incorporates the centuries-old natural healing traditions of the Roaring Fork Valley in its luxurious treatments, which focus on treating the effects of high altitude and dry temperatures.
The oxygen lounge and steam caves of the tranquil Remède Spa at The St Regis are equally renowned and its unapologetic commitment to indulgence – nothing is holistic here, but rather decadent high-tech treatments prevail – has led to it being named the world’s best hotel spa by Travel + Leisure magazine.
3. Aspen’s hottest party spots
For many, Aspen’s après-ski party scene is even more appealing than its skiing and it’s not hard to see why. For champagne-spraying parties in a typical Alpine setting, Cloud Nine is a must, while W Aspen at the Marriott with its cosy firepits, cabanas, heated pool and hot tubs has fast become one of the area’s liveliest areas.
For something a little more laid back, the Wine Bar at Little Nell (formerly chair 9) with its exhaustive wine list (there are nightly blind tastings for would-be sommeliers) and DJ playing vinyl records.
The alcohol infused Aspen Crud milkshake at the J-Bar inside Hotel Jerome has been a hit since the Prohibition era, while it wouldn’t be Aspen without a trip to the legendary private Caribou Club.
4. Aspen’s best restaurants
Secure a seat at the supper club at St Regis run by none-other than The Snow Lodge, winter sibling to Montauk’s fashionable Surf Lodge.
Alongside seasonal dishes, delectable cocktails are expertly served up by the team behind New York’s Dante bar, contemporary artworks by artists such as Brandon Boyd hang on the wall, and there’s a heady line-up of musicians to keep diners entertained.
Elsewhere and mere feet away from the Aspen (Ajax) gondola, it will be hard to resist setting foot inside Catch Steak. A great spot for drinking with the views of Ajax as you sip on Manhattans.
And finally, it’s almost mandatory to dine at the French American Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell at least once each season. The truffle fries and Ajax double cheeseburger are still as good as ever.
For more information on things to do in Aspen during winter, or to extend your stay with a luxury yacht charter — speak with our brokers today.
Motor yacht availability
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115.1m (377'7ft)
16 Guests
8 Cabins
Lürssen
2021
From €1,150,000 EUR p/week
85.5m (280'6ft)
12 Guests
9 Cabins
Oceanco
2010 / 2022
From $600,000 USD p/week
72m (236'3ft)
12 Guests
8 Cabins
CRN
2010 / 2023
From €530,000 EUR p/week
65.7m (215'7ft)
12 Guests
7 Cabins
Amels
2011 / 2022
From €465,000 EUR p/week
63m (206'8ft)
12 Guests
7 Cabins
Feadship
2011
From $395,000 USD p/week
60.96m (200ft)
12 Guests
6 Cabins
Feadship
2006 / 2024
From $475,000 USD p/week
55.5m (182'1ft)
10 Guests
5 Cabins
Lürssen
2021 / 2024
From $255,000 USD p/week
52.3m (171'7ft)
12 Guests
6 Cabins
Amels
2009 / 2021
From $182,000 USD p/week
51.21m (168ft)
10 Guests
5 Cabins
Feadship
2007 / 2020
From $160,000 USD p/week
40m (131'3ft)
18 Guests
9 Cabins
Varadero Maridueña
2011 / 2021
From $133,000 USD p/week
37.49m (123ft)
11 Guests
5 Cabins
Admiral
2015 / 2023
From $45,000 USD p/week
26.82m (88ft)
8 Guests
4 Cabins
Rayburn Yachts
2004 / 2019
Sailing yacht availability
From $240,000 USD p/week
56m (183'9ft)
12 Guests
6 Cabins
Perini Navi
2009 / 2023
From €225,000 EUR p/week
56m (183'9ft)
12 Guests
7 Cabins
Perini Navi
2006 / 2022
From €77,000 EUR p/week
31.71m (104ft)
8 Guests
4 Cabins
Southern Wind Shipyard
2016 / 2023
From $80,000 USD p/week
24.384m (80ft)
8 Guests
4 Cabins
Sunreef Yachts
2019 / 2022