American Mountain Holidays

06/24/2023

Four years after the passing of Pepi Gramshammer, the town settled on a location and concept for a memorial honoring the Vail legend. Gramshammer arrived in Vail from Austria in the fall of 1962. Two...

10/29/2017

Start your checklist!

Getting around Colorado would be pretty difficult without mountain passes. Thankfully, plenty of passes have been established around the state to make travel a bit easier. Often at a high altitude and full of curves beside steep drops, the scenery that tends to surround these mountain passes makes t...

08/18/2017

A little something to fire up the ladies for the weekend. Boys, better finish off those craft beers and get out there!
"I want a girl with a mind like a diamond..."
https://youtu.be/gojOJwYwFfM

This is our homage to all the badass, adventurous ladies we know. Crank the volume to 11, this soundtrack is a must. Film by Krystle Wright. Music by CAKE.

03/17/2017

Lost one of my outdoor adventure role models. He has been an inspiration since I was in elementary school. Throw on a pack and start walking in the mountains...
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C6-TbA5UwAAyFfL?format=jpg&name=large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C6-TbA5UwAAyFfL?format=jpg&name=large

02/25/2017

Being that we ski with these glasses, this looked too good not to share. Good Luck!

The backcountry calls.
We've joined MSR - Mountain Safety Research, Vasque Footwear, Osprey Packs, Mammut North America & Wagner Custom Skis to offer the ultimate and camp kit for winter exploration and adventure.
Enter for a chance to win this incredible gear package — including the Glacier 1957 — valued at $4,000.
Bon chance!
https://a.pgtb.me/zlr6dX

02/17/2017

Let My People Go Surfing is an excellent look at the birth and philosophy of an outdoor industry leader.
https://twitter.com/patagoniabooks/status/831848596374908928

“A resource for any organization hoping to hone core skills for success in the . https://t.co/GBaiPoiOkz”

07/12/2015

The most important part of any great mountain adventure is a good "base camp." Whether it's a remote mountain lodge or a luxury hotel, we are here to help you find the perfect base camp, plus guides, travel and planning for your next

07/08/2015

Why we have parks, large and small. Now get out there!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/energy-environment/wp/2015/06/29/fixating-or-brooding-on-things-take-a-walk-in-the-woods-for-real/

New research suggests a 90-minute nature walk can lead to less rumination -- a risk factor for depression.

07/06/2015

The 2015 Fourth of July weekend is certainly one to celebrate! The the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team's World Cup championship and American Mountain Holiday's sixth year of planning !!

06/30/2015

Mountains and music just naturally go together! One of our favorite annual music festivals/series -Bravo! Vail- opens tomorrow! https://bravovail.org/tickets-season-info

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06/30/2015

Great photo from Cat Coughran and Angella Vallard this weekend at Shrine Ridge Trail. Getting you out of the ordinary into the EXTRAORDINARY... that's the definition of a

04/05/2015

We might not post often, but when we do, it will take you higher.
We provide Peak Experiences in mountain destinations. Here's a little science on why you should throw off the consumerism and feed your soul.
http://www.fastcoexist.com/3043858/world-changing-ideas/the-science-of-why-you-should-spend-your-money-on-experiences-not-thing

You don't have infinite money. Spend it on stuff that research says makes you happy.

07/04/2014

Happy Birthday to the U.S.A. and Happy 5th Birthday to American Mountain Holidays. The U.S.A. started with a dream and fought it's way to greatness. The AMH keys to success are providing value, service and knowledge in planning Peak Experiences for its customers and we'll keep striving to deliver the best winter and summer alpine vacations. Cue the marching music!

12/24/2013

Our Managing Director's Christmas Card to You. His favorite passage for over 35 years. May the Peace of Christmas find You.

EN ROUTE

The road through Winter begins in the Fall and ends in the Spring, requires eight months to traverse, and holds promise- but no guarantees- of riches at its termination.
Sometimes the route is smooth, built on success, lined with adoring friends, illuminated by sunshine.
Other times the path is lonely and in shadow, heaved with misfortune, narrowed and steeped by failure.
For everyone who makes the journey there is sweat in the Fall and frost in the Winter.
For a select few there is more than sunshine in the Spring.

author, thought to be Yvon Chouinard

12/18/2013

In Vail over New Years Eve? Here's a rundown of what's going on from the "21 years and over" party at the Ice Arena to the "over the pool dance floor party" at the Four Seasons Hotel. Ring it in Right!
http://blog.vail.com/new-years-eve-in-vail/

New Years Eve in Vail

12/13/2013

Mixed emotions as I read about one of our favorite ski areas, Taos Ski Valley, being sold. Chris Stagg and his wife Wendy Blake always were so hospitable when we had the chance to ski there. I'm happy to hear Chris will remain in the area. Times do change.
http://www.taosnews.com/news/article_f319a6ee-6298-11e3-8a96-0019bb2963f4.html

Buyer Louis Bacon has the capital to purchase new lifts, rebuild the base area and construct a hotel, and all necessary improvements, according to CEO Mickey Blake.

12/11/2013

That blast of cold and snow got you thinking about skiing or riding? Even just a little conditioning will help you have a better experience. Here are some straightforward recommendations for Balance, Stability, Core and Flexibility.
Just give me a good set of stairs....
http://www.denverpost.com/ci_21726892/get-shape-ski-season-local-trainers-share-exercises

After the first run, your ankles feel as though they're caught between a Mack truck and a telephone pole. Three hours later, your quads start to shimmy like they're shaking a can of paint. By the end of the morning, the question is, do you need new knees?

12/05/2013

Tis' the Season to be Cold Out There! Winter has arrived. Here's 6 tips for staying warm while you are outside enjoying the season.
http://thecampsiteblog.com/2011/03/03/6-tips-for-staying-warm/

You might know the feeling. It was so cold that my balaclava froze completely solid, my skins peeled off every 20 metres as snow and ice collected under my skis, the backs of my legs and butt fr...

12/04/2013

One of our favorite destinations, Beaver Creek, is hosting the Audi Birds of Prey World Cup races this weekend. If you didn't book with us to be at the races you can catch them live on TV. Excellent coverage, remember all times are EST.
http://usskiteam.com/news/live-tv-beaver-creek-world-cups-0

BEAVER CREEK, CO (Nov. 26) – American ski racing fans will be treated to LIVE U.S. TV coverage when the Audi FIS Alpine World Cup comes to Beaver Creek, CO later this week. The broadcast package with NBC and NBCSN features the most extensive live coverage ever in America. Racing begins on Friday, No...

11/20/2013

Solid advice you should know before heading into the backcountry this winter. https://www.facebook.com/george.chumbley/posts/10200988741500227

07/04/2013

We're celebrating our 4th birthday today! We are proud to say we have a 100% satisfaction record with our clients from Heli Skiing to Dude Ranch holidays. Thank you for your support and we look forward to providing you with many more Peak Experiences!

05/28/2013

One of our best Helicopter Skiing operators, RK Heli Skiing, located in the Purcell Mountains, is offering a Sale until May 31st for 20% off any Heli Ski product for any date in 2013/14. Located at Panorama, BC, just 2 hours scenic drive from Banff, (shuttles are available) trips start at $678. Nice thing is if you are grounded due to weather you can ski the powder at Panorama Ski Area just across the street with a staggering 4,000 vertical feet. An AMH Good Value!

05/01/2013

Summer event season is coming up fast. Here are links to a couple of our favorites. AMH has lodging choices from budget to luxe at the best rates. Check us out and be there!
Telluride Mountain Film Festival, Telluride, CO, May 24-27 : http://www.mountainfilm.org/
GoPro Mountain Games, Vail, CO, June 6-9 : http://www.mountaingames.com/summer/athletes/schedules/2013-event-schedule.aspx

Mountainfilm in Telluride is dedicated to educating and inspiring audiences about issues that matter both in Telluride, Colorado & around the globe.

12/08/2012

Looks like the word is out in London about the thrill and joy of backcountry skiing. Alpine Touring, Cat Skiing or Heli Skiing, it a different sense of freedom in skiing or riding. We have 20 destinations, most all with backcounty experiences. Come back a better person. http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/2/dff87f6c-3c93-11e2-86a4-00144feabdc0.html?ftcamp=published_links%2Frss%2Ftravel_adventures%2Ffeed%2F%2Fproduct

Skiing is a slippery slope. You start innocently enough, with happy, carefree, blue runs but before long you are moving to the harder stuff – from reds to blacks and beyond, always chasing that same thrill and always needing a greater challenge to

12/05/2012

Special Lodging Offer just in for December for Aspen: Stay 2 Nights Get the 3rd Night Free. Valid for stays December 3 to December 21, 2012. All types of units sizes.

11/27/2012

So Facebook said we had not finished the post before we left the page when actually it had posted 5 times. Hmmm, Full Moon? High Tide? Stock Price?
Make us glad when we go skiing we always have a good time.

11/27/2012

World Cup weekend in Beaver Creek is always fun watching the world's best racers while we are waiting on the powder to pile up. American Mountain Holidays can put together a package for you to get here while lodging and lift tickets are at their lowest prices of the season. http://www.skiracing.com/?q=node/20638

Although the Lake Louise race track opens the speed season for the World Cup, the Birds of Prey races at Beaver Creek are where the adrenalin really starts flowing. Designed ahead of the 1989 World Championships, the race track is a gem kicking out of the start at 11,427 feet above sea level, the hi...

08/02/2012

Mesa Verde, a UNESCO World Heritage Site here in Colorado is offering a stunning rate of $124.00 per night at the Farview Lodge in the National Park. The largest cliff dwellings of the Anasazi people this is a great cultural site of the American southwest. Give us a call for a $50 park concession credit. 1-888-541-7325.

07/16/2012

Hot enough for you? Grab your bike and call us, we have 3 great hotels in Vail offering -30% off this summer! Cool riding!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26NuH2Pj9Q0

http://www.vail.com The hustle and bustle of the day quickly melts away when you put foot to pedal and explore Vail's incredible cross country mountain bikin...

07/10/2012

Headed to Banff next winter? RK Heli skiing, the closest daily heli ski operator to Banff is offering -20% off until July 15th. I have skied with these guys and it was great! Get some 8's next winter!