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Uncategorized 10 over-the-top ski homes for sale right now We can dream, can’t we? BY MEGAN BARBER @MEGCBARBER  DEC 19, 2016, 11:20AM EST From Aspen to Park City, ski country real estate is full of over-the-top, extravagant homes. Sure, the reasonably priced, cozy A-frame cabin on 20 acres still exists, but you’ll likely find more homes worth $2 million than $200,000 if you want to own anywhere […]
Uncategorized 26 Ways That Skiing Gets Better This Season The New York Times is as excited about the opening of the Limelight as we are! See what they have to say in their recent piece: By Elaine Glusac NOVEMBER 30, 2016 New Lodging   Overnight options in ski country will expand across the range beginning with the new Limelight Hotel Ketchum in Idaho, gateway to […]
Uncategorized BIG NEWS! RNP Approach to Friedman Airport November 15, 2016 Alaska Airlines to use Advanced Technology to improve Sun Valley airport access New procedures will increase reliability and reduce weather-related diversions by 95 percent SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines’ sister carrier, Horizon Air, has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to begin using its proprietary Required Navigation Performance (RNP) instrument approach procedure […]
Uncategorized The Trump Effect The Trump effect. How will it impact the US economy and housing? By Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate The American people have spoken and they have elected Donald J. Trump as the 45th president of the United States. Change was clearly demanded, and change is what we will have. The election was a […]
Uncategorized Dawn to Dusk in Sun Valley-National Geographic Discover some of our favorite activities in Sun Valley, Idaho, as they happen by day and night. Photographs by Ian C. Bates  Written by Gulnaz Khan The charming resort city of Sun Valley in central Idaho offers something for every type of adventurer. Spend warm summer days hiking wildflower-filled trails and biking scenic mountain paths, and brisk […]
Uncategorized Sun Valley Jazz Festival Five Days. Forty Bands. One Million Smiles Attendees from all fifty states, every Canadian province, and several foreign countries gather each October to celebrate live performances of America’s music. The Sun Valley Jazz & Music Festival was birthed out of a love and appreciation for jazz music by Tom & Barbara Hazzard and is being […]
Uncategorized Trailing of the Sheep Celebrating its 20th year in 2016, the Festival has expanded greatly from its humble beginnings, yet the goals and objectives of the Festival remain the same—preserving the stories and history of sheep ranchers and herders, celebrating the rich cultures of the past and present, and entertaining and educating children and adults about the production of […]
Uncategorized The Baldy Hill Climb This year, the Baldy Hill Climb is taking place Saturday September 24th, 2016. The Baldy Hill Climb, hosted by the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation, is an annual 1.9 mile, gut-wrenching, uphill climb in Sun Valley, Idaho.  Hundreds of athletes from a variety of backgrounds, compete against one another to be crowned King/Queen of the mountain […]
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Uncategorized DOWNTOWN HAILEY HAS GROWTH SPURT Private and public infrastructure is keeping pace In 1996, the population of Hailey was about 5,400. Today, it is about 8,000. In contrast, Ketchum’s population in that same period has dropped by 100 so that it’s now less than 2,700. The private infrastructure of Hailey is keeping pace with the city’s growth, as evidenced by […]
Uncategorized 10 Free And Cheap Things To Do In Sun Valley, Idaho Enjoying Sun Valley’s long, sun-soaked days doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Here are ten of the best free (and nearly free) experiences to enjoy this summer. Hike Up, Hitch a Ride Down: Locals know there is a fountain of youth in Sun Valley, and it’s hidden on the daily pilgrimage up Bald Mountain. Hikers of […]
Uncategorized National Geographic-A Summer in Sun Valley, Idaho While travelers flock to the ski town during winter months, this mountain locale has just as much to offer when the weather's warm. Sun Valley, Idaho—where the first destination ski resort in North America was established in 1936—may have its roots in winter. But visit during the warmer months and you’ll understand the cliché that […]
Uncategorized A Music Lover’s Dream: Summer At Ski Resorts In an ongoing effort to become true year-round destinations, ski resorts have increasingly embraced golf, mountain biking, hiking, adventure sports and culinary events. But they are finding out that one of the biggest appeals to travelers is the sound of music. America’s top ski resorts, which tend to be full of luxury hotels, great restaurants, […]
Uncategorized The Best Ski Hotels Across North America See Full Article Here
Uncategorized The 5 Best Wildflower Hikes in Ski Country Check out these hikes in Utah, Colorado, California, and Idaho BY MICHAEL SCHRANTZ APR 20, 2016, Curbed Ski Magazine It's waterfall season in the mountains, and that also means that soon the wildflowers will be popping up throughout ski country. Altitude is the biggest determining factor for when the wildflowers peak, but whether you're in Utah or […]
Uncategorized Get More for Your Vacation-Home Dollar-WSJ As prices have soared in areas such as Aspen, Miami and the Hamptons, some buyers are seeking out alternatives that offer luxury for a (relatively) affordable sum. Instead of Aspen… Try Sun Valley With its world-class skiing and mountainous natural beauty, Idaho’s Sun Valley has long attracted celebrities like Bruce Willis, and plays host to the annual Allen & […]
Uncategorized 5 Must-Do Adventures Near Sun Valley, Idaho When the snow melts, the trails open up. If you’re a skier or snowboarder, you may have heard of the world class slopes in Idaho’s Sun Valley, but for the other three seasons of the year, this area flies relatively under the radar. That’s good news for anybody who likes open trails and peace and quiet in […]
Uncategorized Bald Mountain closure set for April 17 River Run side scheduled to close April 10 Sunday, April 17, will be the last day of skiing and riding on the Warm Springs side of Bald Mountain, Sun Valley Resort announced Monday. Dollar Mountain’s last day of the season will be Sunday, April 3, and the River Run side of Bald Mountain will close […]
Uncategorized Sun Valley To Host 2016-2018 US Alpine National Championships PARK CITY, Utah – Leading eastern resort Sugarloaf, Maine and historic Sun Valley, Idaho will host the 2016-2018 U.S. Alpine Championships on alternating years beginning next winter with Sugarloaf. The announcement continues the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association’s long-term plan to move the annual celebration of American ski racing to top resorts around the United […]
Uncategorized Sun Valley Film Festival “Where Vision Comes Into Focus”​ Sun Valley, Idaho has been welcoming the film industry since Averell Harriman opened America's first ski resort in 1936. To celebrate the area’s Hollywood heritage and bring it into the 21st century, the inaugural Sun Valley Film Festival was launched in March 2012 and was an immediate success. Heading into […]
Uncategorized El Niño Winter Stoke The El Niño winter stoke is alive in well in Sun Valley! Nearly 7 FEET!! of snow has fallen so far this season with no sign of letting up. Skiers and boarders are reaping the benefits of deep powder days and all-time coverage. This season is shaping up to be one you'll want to add to your […]