Gondola Resorts Announces Headquarters Move to Lower Downtown (LoDo) Denver, Colorado

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Location to Provide Proximity to New Light Rail,  Conference and Hotel Space via Office Located at TheOxford Annex

Gondola Resorts Executive Offices

Gondola Resorts, the vacation rental company of choice for ski resorts in Colorado and Utah announced today the relocation of its national headquarters to Colorado in the LoDo district of Denver.  The headquarters also includes its Florida affiliate of Orlando.

The lodging and ski resort vacation rental company will occupy space at The Oxford Annex Executive Suites located at 1616 Seventeenth Street, just across the street from Union Station, and 3 blocks from Coors Field. The new location will provide employees with proximity to transportation hubs and Denver’s thriving local lower downtown business community in addition to RTD’s Light Rail System. Gondola Resorts has been headquartered in Arvada, Colorado since 2008.

“We are escatic to be returning to our roots, and rejoining the Denver business community,” said Gino Malara, General Manager of Gondola Resorts. “The relocation of Gondola Resorts’ headquarters to lower downtown will allow for proximity to convenient
transportation via light rail options, as well as amenities such as conference and hotel space for future Gondola Resorts events.  When the RTD Rail Line is complete, it will
allow for easy access to Denver International Airport and other areas in the Denver
metro area”, Malara said.

In 2011, The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded RTD of Denver with a $1.03 billion Grant for the East Rail Line to Denver International Airport and the Gold Line to Arvada and Wheat Ridge. This was the largest transit grant awarded by the Obama Administration to date.

Denver's future light rail

The 19-acre parcel of land just adjacent to the new Gondola Resorts offices, which
includes the historic station, is forecasted to become Denver’s central transportation hub and a glittery attraction for Lodo.

The $400+ million Union Station project has been coined the biggest transportation  project in North America, and has been in the planning and implementation phase for almost 15 years.

The transportation portion of it, incorporating commuter and light rail, Amtrak,
and commercial and RTD buses, is scheduled to be finished by the spring of 2014.

Gondola Resorts officially began operations in the Oxford office in early December
2010. The organization will continue to provide full check-in offices at all of their resort locations including Aspen, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, Park City, Orlando, and Telluride, through affiliate partnerships.  The move has allowed the organization to take advantage of the current real estate environment, and provides a cost savings which will help better serve their business needs at 10 different resort locations nationwide.

 

Gondola Resorts Offers Ways to Save Money When Traveling To Ski Resorts in Colorado This Holiday Season

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Cut rates pushing 50% at resorts including Aspen, Keystone, Breckenridge, Copper and Telluride for last minute vacationers 

Despite Christmas being less than two weeks away, many holiday travelers are still looking for deals on lodging at Colorado ski resorts.  Unfortunately, traveling to Colorado’s world-class ski resorts is often deemed to be a very expensive endeavor for most people. This is particularly true when the budget is tight, but Gondola Resorts has several December discouns that can make it possible for just about anyone to enjoy a Colorado skiing or snowboarding trip this holiday season.

“If you think about it, the holiday season is the best time to take avantage of discounts on vacation rentals and lodging,” said Gino Malara, Gondola Resorts CEO. “With the stress of the holidays, people are looking for a way to get a way. They need a place where they
can get away from their worries and simply have fun. And, by following a few simple
tips, it really is possible for just about anyone to get a break on prices at any Colorado ski resort.”

In order to save money on a vacation to any ski resort, for example, Gondola Resorts recommends the following tips with the latest and greatest deals still available:

# Book late – by booking late, you can find the best deals and take advantage of the inventory that is still open.  Most vacation rental homeowners don’t want their properities to stay open during the holiday season.  This is just like throwing away money. Thus, open inventory gets discounted right before the holidays.  The strategy – locating the deals.

      CURRENT DEAL:  Keystone: 1 bedroom/2 bath.  Ski/in Ski/out. Sleeps 5. Price last week-$699/nt, this week-$349/nt. Reservations 12/18 – 12/26

# Plan to travel by shuttle – renting a vehicle can be expensive and shuttle services
 will get you to all of the major ski resorts via any Colorado airport especially from Denver International Airport. 

     CURRENT DEAL:  20% off shuttle service from Denver Internation Airport to Breckenridge, Keystone and Copper Mountain

# Book condos – there are many lodging options available in Colorado and you can actually save money on travel and other fees if you work with a vacation rental wholesaler or management company rather than working directly with hotels, orbitz or expedia.com.

      CURRENT DEAL:  Aspen:  $235 Per Night at Timber Ridge #3E.  3 blocks to lifts.  Save $300 per night for Dec 18-23

# Travel with a group – by traveling with a group of friends and family members, you
can rent one of the many holiday vacation homes or large condos the resorts have to offer and split the costs.

      CURRENT DEAL:  Telluride, Colorado – 4 bedroom, 3 bath at “Rocky Road” luxury private home.  Rates starting at $800/nt 

Telluride's Rocky Road Home Rental

“We truly feel that renting vacation rentals as opposed to other lodging options is
the best way to save money,” continued Mr. Malara. “Not only can you save money on a
per-person basis, you can also save money on expenses such as food because you can cook all of your meals in the kitchen. You won’t find that option with a hotel!”

While a trip to Colorado will still require making a bit of a financial investment, following these simple tips can make this holiday excursion more affordable and attainable.  To learn more about renting vacation homes, condos or town homes at Colorado ski resorts, visit GondolaResorts.com.

 

 

 

Gondola Resorts and Colorado Mountain Express Announce Partnership

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Gondola Resorts, a regional leader in vacation rentals and luxury hotels, announced today a strategic partnership with Colorado Mountain Express (CME). CME offers shuttle service and privately chauffeured four-wheel drive SUV’s to destinations including Aspen, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain and Keystone resorts.  CME’s diverse transportation services will enable guests of Gondola Resorts to add quick and easy transfers from not only Colorado airports, but from downtown Denver.

 “For over 25 years, CME has set the standard for excellence in ground transportation offering a variety of services and flexible options for guests traveling to the Colorado ski resorts, and we’re excited to offer their services to our guests”, said Gino Malara, Gondola Resorts’ CEO. 

   

Gondola Resorts sources revealed that between 60 to 80% of inbound travelers are unaware of transport options to reach Colorado ski resorts until they arrive at Denver International Airport. With this new partnership, CME will have access to more than 1,000 new sales channels through that one hub alone.

With Gondola Resorts expansion in 2011, the partnership further entrenches the company into Colorado business.  With the vacation rental company now operating at ten different resorts in three states, it may look to expand human resources in sales and management.  Its diverse portfolio of lodging solutions may also enable Gondola Resorts to expand its presence at other resorts serviced by CME including Vail and Beaver Creek. 

“This new partnership with CME means that we will be able to expand our business by significantly increasing customer satisfaction for Airport transfers. We look forward to working with CME as we continue to grow our vacation rental business in Colorado,” said Malara.

 

About CME

Every year over 420,000 travelers choose Colorado Mountain Express for their airport ground transportation to and from Aspen and Snowmass Village, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge,CopperMountain, and Keystone. Colorado Mountain Express offers up to 5 (season dependent) daily door to door shared ride shuttles and private car services from Denver International Airport (DIA),Eagle County Regional Airportand Aspen  Airport. An unsurpassed safety record, flexible schedules, impeccably maintained vehicles and courteous, friendly drivers let you sit back, relax and take in our breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery. Go with the leader in ground transportation, in business for over 25 years. 

About Gondola Resorts

Gondola Resorts, Inc. provides vacation rental homes, condos and villas delivering on the promise of helping vacation travelers discover the alternative to small and confined lodging. Gondola Resorts is one of the leading regional lodging providers, offering rentals in some of the most spectacular resort locations in Colorado,Utah and Florida.  Gondola Resorts is based in Denver, Colorado with partnership operations inAspen, Breckenridge,Copper Mountain, Canyons, Deer Valley, Keystone, Orlando, Steamboat Springs,Summit County and Telluride.

Denver Gets Socked With First Major Snowstorm

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It’s snowing in Colorado!  The Mile Hi City and surrounding areas saw as much as 14 inches of snow fly today.  With temperatures reaching into the 80′s just 2 days ago, it’s a drastic change for residents not familiar with Denver’s fickle weather patterns.  “It’s just typical fall weather”, said Denver native Paul Johansen.  “I’m ready for ski weather, and this just helped our local ski resorts with an early start”, he said.

Wednesdays forecast calls for an additional 1-6 inches in the next 24-hours with most of the snowfall projected for Summit County ski areas.

 With resorts like Keystone, Breckenridge and Copper Mountain gearing up for another ski in less than 2 weeks, the snow couldn’t have come at a better time for the local ski industry.  Although most resorts have sophisticated snow making equipment already working throughout the evenings to build-up for opening day, there’s no comparison to what Mother Nature can do by herself.

Telluride Colorado Featured Property of the Week: Dakota Place

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Gondola Resorts of Telluride is proud to offer DAKOTA PLACE.

Enjoy the ultimate in convenience in this high-end three-bedroom condo in Telluride’s Mountain Village core area. Chairlift 4 is just steps away from Dakota Place, along with ski school and the gondola into town. This two-story condo is reached via the interior hallway of a recently constructed building that sits at the base of the Misty Maiden ski run. There is an elevator to take you from the underground parking garage to the second floor, where this unit is located.

Step into the great room and be wowed by views of the San Sophia Ridge. Sit by the fireplace or play pool or whip up a yummy meal in the kitchen that has granite countertops and a Viking gas range. Watch the skiers go by while you soak in your own private hot tub on the deck which overlooks the Misty Maiden. Also on this level is the master suite, complete with a large sitting area, TV, deck and large bathroom with a two-sided gas fireplace to warm both the bedroom and bathroom. The master bathroom has both a jetted tub and a steam shower.

There are two more bedrooms downstairs, each with their own bathroom and TV. One has a queen bed; the bathroom has a steam shower. The other bedroom has bunks, with two fulls and a twin. This level leads out to the hallway where the ski locker is located.

The absolute front row location of Dakota Place cannot be beat! It just does not get more convenient than this! This, coupled with top-of-the-line finishings and furnishings, makes Dakota Place a wonderful choice for your summer or winter vacation.

*Dakota Place can be rented by calling 1-888-295-2468.

 

About Gondola Resorts

Gondola Resorts is a trusted leader in the travel industry. We cater to the specific needs of those in search of resort vacation properties. With so many online lodging options available, we stand apart from the crowd with our easy-to-navigate website and friendly customer service.

Ranked #1 By Ski Magazine

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Property Code: 3057_The_Timbers
3057 The Timbers. Rated #1 in Keystone by Ski Magazine
   
Available to Reserve Online 24/7
 

This is a Platinum Rated Condo

RANKED #1 CONDO AT KEYSTONE RESORT BY SKI MAGAZINE.Interested in a RITZ-CARLTON type SKI-IN SKI-OUT property or the most luxurious condo in Keystone Colorado? This is it! The grand lodge style of THE TIMBERS is an exquisite Rocky Mountain luxury condominium complex that captures the essence of the surrounding ski area. This year-round destination mountain resort, located on the mountain in River Run, features the finest ski-in ski-out experience in North America and 5-Star! True Ski-in Ski-out convenience and luxury. Private steam shower in master bath, two 42” Hi–Def Plasma TV’s, decorated like Ritz-Carlton, thousands $$ in upgrades, granite, & fireplace. First class all the way. Sleeps 5.

Location: River Run, Timbers, Keystone, Cities G-S, Colorado, USA (On the ski mountain! Part of the $800M River Run Resort!) Accommodations: Condominium – 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s) – 2 Baths – (Sleeps 1-5) CONVENTION CENTER SPECIAL!! Summer in Keystone means golf, river rafting, festivals, hiking, swimming, boating and mountain biking! Winter in Keystone means ski in ski out and 5-star ammenities.

Located at the base of the resort and one of only two ski-in/ski-out properties in Keystone, the Timbers is exceptional in every way. Condominium amenities include an indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub, fire pit and dining area. In addition, the Timbers is within walking distance of shopping and restaurants down across the bridge in River Run Village. A heated driveway and sidewalks allow you to stroll around the property in ease and keeps you doing what you came to Colorado to do, have some fun on vacation!

Ski in/ski out – No need for lugging your equipment around River Run Village. When you stay at the Timbers, life is simple! Just steps from the river run gondola, you have every advantage for getting first tracks in the morning. There is even a bridge across the property allowing you to ski directly to the Timbers.

Heated Underground Parking – The Timbers condos has heated secured under ground parking. Since this condo is ski-in ski-out, you don?t need to worry about driving anywhere or scraping ice from your car windows. When you are in Keystone and staying in the Timbers you can walk anywhere you need to or catch the resort shuttle. However, if you do want to drive somewhere, you?ll be able to get into a warm car.

Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Hot-tub – Among the best features for you is luxury indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub. Situated right at the base of the ski slopes, you can watch all the action on the mountain while sitting in the hot tub. The best part about swimming at the Timbers is when its cold outside you can swim inside to get out of the water in the warmth of the indoor club house, the Timbers condos offers the best of luxury. The patio itself is also heated, so you don?t need to worry about walking through any snow to or from your ski in ski out condo.

Access to River Run – Just walk over the bridge and you’ll be in River Run within just a few minutes. River Run has lots of shops and restaurants to appease any person or appetite. Lone Eagle is located slightly away from the crowds and noise of River Run Village, but you’ll be in the middle of the action during the daytime and night time ski sessions.

Workout facility / Gym – Inside the Timbers, there is full workout studio complete with free weight sets, treadmills and more. Get warmed up for a day on the slopes ahead of time, then simply strap on your skis and coast the the lift. During the summer enjoy a morning work out with mountain views and then sit poolside with a good book and catch some of the Colorado sunshine!

Beautiful lobby area – This is the nicest lobby area in all of River Run Village. Usually busting with people and a perfect social setting to meet other vacationers in Keystone, share your stories of the day with old and new friends in front of the huge fireplace. A bar is available for your own private party if you would like to entertain some friends while at the Timbers.

Gondola Resorts and Limos.com Announce Affiliate Partnership

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DENVER—October 7, 2011—Gondola Resorts® and Limos.com® today announced a partnership that lets customers search for, preview, rent and book transportation to and from all of Gondola Resorts’ destinations.  When a customer books lodging at the Gondola Resorts website they receive the lowest prices in that particular market.  Also, customers will be able to request the exact limousine that fits their needs.  Vehicle choices include stretch limousines, luxury vans, Cadillac Escalades, and Lincoln Town Cars.   Limos.com is the world’s largest online marketplace for private car transportation.

  “This affiliate partnership that was confirmed today with Limos.com is a huge win for our customers”, said Gino Malara, Gondola Resorts’ CEO.  ”Imagine starting your vacation the minute you depart the plane; a private driver, luxury limousine, and 5-star attention.  This is the type of unmatched customer service that both Limos.com and Gondola Resorts strive to provide every day.  We think this is very cool”. 

About Gondola Resorts, Inc.

Gondola Resorts, Inc. provides vacation rental homes, condos and villas delivering on the promise of helping vacation travelers discover the alternative to small and confined hotel rooms. Gondola Resorts is one of the leading regional lodging providers, offering rentals in some of the most spectacular resort locations in Colorado, Utah and Florida.  Gondola Resorts is based in Denver, Colorado with partnership operations in Aspen, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Deer Valley, Keystone, Park City, Orlando, Steamboat Springs, Summit County, The Canyons and Telluride.

About Limos.com

Limos.com is the largest online marketplace for chauffeured transportation worldwide, enabling leisure and business travelers to compare and book pre-screened car services at specially-negotiated discounts of up to 40 percent off standard rates. With exclusive search technology, thousands of quality local vendors and helpful customer reviews, Limos.com consistently delivers more ways to find the perfect car or limousine service for any occasion. Learn more at www.limos.com.

 

 

Copper Mountain Discounted Lift Tickets

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Copper is officially open for skiing in less than a month, snow is in the forecast through this Saturday, and we’ve got great deals on lift tickets to get you on the mountain for up to 50% off this season. Save big by buying your tickets in advance, online!