The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch captures the spirit of the American West in its grand scale, rough-hewn wood, and indigenous stone. Set outside Avon at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain in the Colorado Rockies, the four-season, five-diamond resort features instant access to an express ski lift in winter and entrée to more than a dozen Vail Valley golf courses in summer. A special arrangement affords preferred tee times for guests at the exclusive Red Sky Golf Club, home to two of Colorado’s highest-rated courses.

The Ritz-Carlton's ski and golf concierges ensure that groups can come together within minutes of leaving the mountain or greens. The 13,000 square feet of versatile event space includes a 7,107-square-foot ballroom for up to 600 attendees, six breakout rooms, and an executive boardroom. Creative catering choices complement a lineup of entertainment options like inspirational speakers, comedians, folk musicians, even rock-and-roll bands.

Rustic refinement describes everything in sight, including the 140 guest rooms and 40 suites. All provide downy feather beds and duvets, Frette linens, separate showers and marble tubs, and the latest electronics. Dining options start with in-room menus and go on to social settings in the Great Room, Daniel’s Bar, Mountainside Terrace, 7, Buffalo Bar, and Wolfgang Puck’s Spago. Guests between meals, meetings, team-building exercises, skiing, and golf can catch their breath at the 21,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. There are no packages available at this time. There are no hot dates at this time. Posted 16 Aug, 2011 by Amy Moser Offers Created with Meeting Planners and Busy Executives in Mind Promise Efficient–and Invigorating–Results The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton knows meeting planners and busy executives are short on time. That’s why the Forbes Four-Star, 21,000-sq.-ft. spa and fitness center offers a full menu of services crafted to fit within the demanding schedules of its group clientele.

From a complimentary, 15-minute Vitality Breakout session to a 40-minute Zoom Groom manicure/pedicure treatment, meeting coordinators and group guests alike will find an effortless–and economical–way to build spa and fitness back into their busy itineraries at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.

Fitness Center Group Services
Vitality Breakouts: A certified fitness instructor demonstrates energizing stretching and explains invigorating breathing techniques, offering a quick break from business that will make your meeting more productive. (Complimentary)

Fitness Training: Groups are invited to take advantage of the resort’s in-house fitness expertise. Certified instructors in yoga and spinning, as well as strength and conditioning specialists, are on-site to conduct group classes in yoga, stability ball, spinning, boot camp and stretching. (Prices vary depending on program duration and size)

Smart Café & Spa Breakouts: The Spa Café offers a portable juice bar serving exotic fruit juices, teas, smoothies and shakes. Arrangements of fresh fruit and trail mix may be presented as alternatives to the standard coffee and pastry buffet. Groups may also add chair massages, nail services and oxygen bar treatments to their breakouts. (Prices vary depending on program selection, duration and size.)

Snowshoe or Hiking Adventures: Enjoy a group bonding experience right out the backdoors of the Beaver Creek Mountain resort. The adventure may be tailored to all fitness levels. Guests will be treated to local knowledge and unparalleled views. (Prices vary depending on program duration and size.)

The Bachelor Gulch Spa Treatments
Spa Mini Retreats: Guests who want to relax between a busy schedule of meetings, teambuilding activities and off-site events are invited to select a treatment from the Spa Mini Retreats menu, offering a swift respite from tiring itineraries for $75: Renew Massage, 25 min.; Refresher Facial, 25 min.; Mani/Pedi, 40 min.; Copper Tub Soak, 20 min.; Foot Reflexology, 25 min.

Zoom Groom Manicure/Pedicure: Nails are shaped and buffed, cuticles are refined and skin is hydrated during this efficiently indulgent treatment, designed for the time-conscious traveler. Manicure, 20 minutes; Pedicure, 20 minutes.


For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RitzCarltonBachelorGulch.

# # # Posted 11 Apr, 2011 by Amy Moser The Centrally Located Resort on Beaver Creek Mountain Offers Convenient Access to Colorado’s Bevy of Epicurean Events BEAVER CREEK, Colo. – April 11, 2011 – From a stunning enclave on Beaver Creek Mountain offering unparalleled privacy and convenience, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is a luxurious gateway to quintessential Colorado summers. Families, epicures and outdoor enthusiasts alike are invited to discover an iconic mountain resort rich with opportunities for endless adventure and vibrant memories.

Beaver Creek Signature Summer Events –

Blues, Brews, and BBQ Festival, May 28 – 29 | Visiting chefs from the Midwest serve up delicious barbeque, live entertainment rocks Beaver Creek Village, and microbrews from across the country are provided for guests’ sampling pleasure. For more, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Culinary Demonstration Series, June 24 – September 4 | Over select weekends throughout the summer, join chefs from celebrated local restaurants for complimentary culinary demonstrations at the Bon Appétit tent in Beaver Creek Village. For a detailed schedule of demonstrations, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Beaver Creek Antique Festival, July 22 – 24 | During the annual festival, Beaver Creek Village is filled with rare and interesting antiques for an entire midsummer weekend. The fourth-annual Festival will feature both American and European antique furniture, rugs, silver, dishes, artwork, jewelry, glassware and more. A wide variety of food booths, street entertainment, Bon Appétit culinary demonstrations, and a kids' “fun zone” will complement the weekends' activities. For more, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Beaver Creek Art Festival, August 6 – 7| Over 150 artists converge in Beaver Creek Village for one weekend, which features a broad array of mediums including photography, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, glass, ceramics, mixed media and more. Take advantage of the unique and complimentary opportunity to meet the artists in person. For more, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival, August 18 – 21 | Featuring the winners of the San Francisco International Wine Competition and World Spirits Competition, world-renowned culinary talent and outdoor events provide end-of-summer enjoyment in the Colorado Rockies. For more, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Beaver Creek Oktoberfest, September 3 – 4 |Celebrating a wide selection of beers and delectable brats, Oktoberfest returns to Beaver Creek Village to infuse its annual dose of Austrian merriment. Enjoy complimentary live music, a Bavarian costume contest and more! For more, please visit www.beavercreek.com.

Vail Signature Summer Events –

Teva Mountain Games, June 3–6 | Professional and amateur outdoor adventure athletes from the Vail Valley and around the world converge on Vail to compete in seven sports and 21 disciplines, including slopestyle and road cycling, World Cup bouldering, trail and road running, and the GNC Ultimate Mountain Challenge. The Games will also include a mountain-photography competition, adventure film school, a film festival, live music, and mountain lifestyle parties. For more, please visit www.tevamountaingames.com.

Vail Farmers’ Market and Art Show, June 19 – September 18 | Every Sunday throughout the summer, savor a taste of Colorado with the Vail Farmers' Market and Art Show, showcasing locally grown produce, international dishes, fresh baked goods, Colorado wines and much more. For more, please visit www.vail.com.

Vail Arts Festival, June 24–26| During the annual summer event, artists from around the country showcase a variety of mediums and hand-crafted wares in Vail’s Lionshead. A unique and complimentary opportunity to meet exhibiting artists in person, the weekend also offers a variety of live performances and savory cuisine. For more, please visit www.vail.com.

Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival, June 26 – August 3 | The 2011 all-star lineup includes several highlights, including the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. More than 40 internationally renowned soloists and chamber musicians will perform throughout the season. For more, please visit www.vailmusicfestival.org.

Vail Jazz Festival, June 27 – September 6 | Performances include weekly free, outdoor concerts and the spectacular Labor Day Weekend celebration, featuring the world's greatest jazz musicians. Whether you prefer to sit back, listen and relax under the Rocky Mountain sky, or to swing, dance and interact with the musicians themselves, the Vail Jazz Festival offers something for everyone. For more, please visit www.vailjazz.org.

Vail International Dance Festival, July 31 – August 13 | Since 1989, the Vail International Dance Festival has featured some of the greatest dance artists from around the world in seasoned classics, contemporary masterpieces and world premieres. First introduced as an intensive dance workshop presented by the Bolshoi Ballet, the Festival has evolved into a world-renowned summer dance event. For more, please visit www.vail.com.

Vail Soul Music Festival, August 19 – 21 |The Vail Soul Music Festival has been dubbed "the ultimate soul experience". The weekend-long event showcases up-and-coming independent soul music artists, as well as renowned soul music veterans, at Vail’s breathtaking Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. For more, please visit www.vail.com.

Vail Oktoberfest, September 9 –11 & September 16 – 18 | Emulating one of the largest celebrations in the world, Vail Oktoberfest boasts two full weekends of oom pah parties, bratwurst, Beck's Beers, and traditional dance demonstrations in Lionshead and Vail Village. For more, please visit www.vail.com.

Vail Restaurant Month, September 29 – October 16 | Experience Fall in the Rocky Mountains with four weeks of events, activities and special offers to include celebrity chefs, wine and beer tastings, spa and wellness packages, outdoor adventure, dog-friendly activities, family fun and more! For more, please visit www.vail.com.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RitzCarltonBachelorGulch.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler as one of North America’s top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 74 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings such as The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, which will open as the highest hotel in the world. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which originated in 1987. Its purpose is to promote the awareness of quality excellence, recognize quality achievements of companies and publicize successful quality strategies. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company won the award in 1992 and 1999. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) Posted 04 Apr, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. – April 4, 2011 – Abdullah Vural, a veteran of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company–who joined The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch in a dual capacity as Vice President of Operations, Americas, and Interim General Manager in September 2010–has been appointed General Manager and will oversee all strategic operations on behalf of the iconic AAA Five-Diamond mountain resort.

“Having the privilege to work and live in some of the most beautiful cities in the world, I am extremely proud to call Vail Valley home and look forward to becoming an integral member of this close-knit community,’ said Vural. “The hotel’s reputation as a premier year-round destination is a reflection of its talented team and a testament to the fact that they, too, love being here.”

Boasting more than 24 years of globe-spanning experience in the hospitality industry, Vural began his illustrious career with the luxury brand in 2002. Over the course of nine years, he has continued to mark professional achievements within Food and Beverage, Operations, Finance and Sales Departments on the property level, as well offer his savvy to the Americas in a corporate vice president capacity. Vural brings with him an impressive history of impactful engagement with ownership groups, senior management, customers and employees via innovative service strategies and brand initiatives. Further, he has helmed many property openings on behalf of The Ritz-Carlton, including those in Los Angeles and Lake Tahoe, and served as the interim general manager at destination resorts, such as California’s Half Moon Bay and Arizona’s Dove Mountain.

Born in Istanbul, Vural completed an apprenticeship in Turkey before attending school in Germany–where he was predominantly raised–which ultimately led to opportunities with global giant Marriott International. Fluent in Turkish, German and English, he was propelled and inspired by the international language surrounding epicurean excellence, which quickly became the trajectory for his passion and industry path. He has cultivated a respected reputation for working with notable chefs and restaurateurs to conceptualize successful dining venues, from initial planning and menus to openings and operations.

Relocating to Vail Valley from Virginia with him are his wife Andrea and daughter Leah. When not relishing time cooking for his family or watching spirited soccer matches, Vural is counting down the days to explore the vast riches of Colorado on his Harley-Davidson.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler as one of North America’s top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 74 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 28 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 27, 2011 - The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is thrilled to announce the launch of its Facebook page, a place for fans, guests and prospective visitors to enjoy the Beaver Creek resort's relaxed Rocky Mountain luxury from home.

The page will include a wide variety of expert tips and interactive features, including ski and golf-specific fitness exercises from the resort's certified trainers, staff-favorite ski runs and summer activities, as well as special offers and promotions exclusive to Facebook. The site will also provide a place for guests and Vail Valley locals to share their favorite videos and images and converse daily with the celebrated, year-round destination.

"The launch of our Facebook page is hugely exciting because The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch has such a vibrant story to tell," said Amy Moser Harrison, Director of Sales and Marketing. "From Spago recipes and home-gardening tips to high-altitude skincare advice from The Bachelor Gulch Spa, the page provides an exciting venue where we can share the resort's abundance of expertise and engage with our fans."

To follow The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch on Facebook, please visit the resort's page at [url]www.facebook.com/ritzcarltonbachelorgulch[/url]. For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit [url]www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch[/url].

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at [url]www.ritzcarlton.com[/url]. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)

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http://www.elitemeetings.com/property/the-ritz-carlton-bachelor-gulch/ Posted 20 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser DENVER, Colo., January 20, 2011 - The Ritz-Carlton, Denver and The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch are honored to announce the seasoned leadership of Denver-based Syd Sexton, to spearhead catering sales and strategic business development on behalf of the renowned hotels - both of which bear the coveted AAA Five Diamond rating.

Ms. Sexton's illustrious career in hospitality and most recently, as president and co-owner of a high-profile, Mile High City-based event production/catering company creating multi-faceted events for up to 10,000 guests and managing a team responsible for more than $5million in annual revenues, spans an acclaimed cross-section of businesses and brands aligned with the caliber of the Ritz-Carlton.

"Syd's decision to join our team and avail her breadth of expertise and reputation in the industry to The Ritz-Carlton hotels of Colorado is exciting," states Andrew Rogers, general manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Denver. "We're certain that her passion will continue to foster a strong relationship between our distinctive sister hotels."

Her extensive background as a savvy sales and event director have led to an array of professional highlights --including intimate productions for captains of industry, as well as the execution of relief efforts to benefit victims of the Tsunami, Katrina and Haiti; two nods of corporate-wide Catering Director of the Year and multi-year invite as a professional speaker at The International Special Event Conference among others.

Having achieved a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Houston in Texas, Sexton's comprehensive relative experience also includes internal Hotel Management and Apprentice Chef training programs. A resident of Denver for more than 23 years, when not directing dynamic sales strategies, Syd is most proud of her two children, Alexandra (17), senior at Chaparral High School, and Tim, (21), a senior at Colorado State University. An avid runner, she has completed seven full marathons across the country, enjoys honing her culinary skills and is continually challenged by the game of golf.


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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings which include Toronto and Hong Kong, the tallest hotel in the world. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at [url]www.ritzcarlton.com[/url]. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)

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http://www.elitemeetings.com/property/the-ritz-carlton-bachelor-gulch/ Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser Colorado-Inspired Setting and Services Offer Guests Unique and Luxurious Rocky Mountain Relaxation

BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - Discover the ultimate in pampering and personal service in the rugged Rocky Mountains at The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton. Located on Beaver Creek Mountain in Colorado, the spa provides the ideal location to slip into serenity after a day of play in the mountains.

The area's natural landscape is captured inside the 21,000-square-foot spa and fitness center, which features 19 treatment rooms surrounding a rock-lined grotto with lazy river hot tub. Treatments are offered in a nature-inspired setting, where guests are surrounded by stout wood, polished rock and clear, flowing water. Treatments also are a reflection of the surrounding national forest as indigenous ingredients such as blue spruce, apples, Douglas fir needles and alpine berries are used in various applications. Therapies are divided into the following categories: Skin Prescriptions, Touch Therapies, Grooming, Water Cures and Nature's Remedies.

Skin Prescriptions. The menu of facials at The Bachelor Gulch Spa provides a broad range of choices for all skin types and individual conditions. Choose from facials that hydrate, moisturize and rejuvenate skin after a day of activity in the Rockies. Sample treatments include the Platinum Restore Facial with Shirodhara, which uses skincare products indigenous to Colorado to inspire relaxation and reveal a renewed complexion; and The Illumination Facial, which targets hyper-pigmentation to repair the uneven appearance of sun-damaged skin.

Touch Therapies. Therapists at The Bachelor Gulch Spa utilize a variety of techniques during therapeutic massages including deep tissue, acupressure, Swedish and myofacial release. For 60 to 90 minutes, experienced, certified therapists will release stress, muscle tension, aches and pains or stimulate circulation. Sample treatments include River Stones Therapy, which employs essential oils and heated river stones from the Rocky Mountains to ease muscle tension, as well as the Mountain Raindrop Therapy, which reduces inflammation along the spinal column and assists the body in releasing toxins.

Grooming. Severe weather, the altitude and a dry climate often leave exposed skin in need of repair. A visit to the spa salon will soothe and soften the hardest working parts of the body - hands and feet. Samples treatments include The Royal Treatment, which includes a saturating foot mask and a paraffin therapy that promises complete hydration and skin renewal as well as Mountain Man Hand and Foot Grooming, designed to clip, shape and buff the appearance and feel of a gentleman's nails, hands and feet.

Water Cures. Refresh, relax, detoxify and rejuvenate the body while in one of the spas three soaking tubs. Sample treatments include the Roaring Rapids hydrotherapy massage, inspired by white water rafting, and the Bachelor Gulch Signature Copper Tub Soak, which may be enjoyed as either a singles or couples experience.

The Bachelor Gulch Spa also includes a couples' suite, connecting dry and wet treatment rooms, as well as hot and cold plunges in the men's and women's relaxation areas.

Fitness Center. The Fitness Center at The Bachelor Gulch Spa brings the outdoors inside with beautiful views of Beaver Creek Mountain and the Vail Valley. The cardiovascular room includes top-of-the-line Precor elliptical trainers, treadmills, step machines and stationary bicycles. All cardio machines are equipped with flat panel screens, DVD/CD players and iPod station docks. Complimentary headphones are available upon request.

The Fitness Center offers a full line of Cybex equipment and free weights. Certified personal trainers are on hand to assist during workouts or to provide customized one-on-one training. Classes are available in the center's aerobics room daily with classes such as Step Aerobics, Body Sculpt, Kickboxing, Yoga and Pilates.

Guests are encouraged to make spa reservations in advance by calling (970) 343-1138. Lodging reservations for The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch may be made by calling (800) 241-3333. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.


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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at [url]www.ritzcarlton.com[/url]. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)

http://www.elitemeetings.com/property/the-ritz-carlton-bachelor-gulch/ Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser The Convenient, Kid-Friendly Program is Now Certified by the State of Colorado

BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - Ritz Kids at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is now a state-licensed childcare facility, even better equipped to offer unparalleled convenience and fun-filled childcare programs in a safe, structured environment. As part of its enhanced certification, Ritz Kids has employed additional specialized, staff members to offer each child in the program more personalized care and attention.

Our Ritz Kids program offers a variety of supervised physical and creative activities designed especially for children, ages 5 to 12. Offering full or half-day options, seven days a week, Ritz Kids has something for every child, including:

Ritz Kids' Roundup. Younger guests visiting Bachelor Gulch are invited to enjoy western-themed and camp-inspired activities, designed just for them. Each day's program begins promptly with a Roundup plan to discuss the day's activities and review the camp rules. Emphasizing a healthy lifestyle, the childcare service provides healthful foods and includes nutrition tips during mealtimes.
Full Day: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., $175 per child (includes lunch)
Morning Half Day: 9 a.m. - 1p.m.,$95 per child (includes lunch)
Afternoon Half Day: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., $95 per child (includes lunch)

Ski Nanny. Our popular Ski Nanny program supervises the resort's youngest ski bunnies, ensuring they arrive in Beaver Creek Village for group lessons via Village transportation, simultaneously allowing Mom and Dad to make first tracks. After a day on the slopes, the Nanny will meet children at the Ski School drop off point in Beaver Creek and escort them back to the resort for Ritz Kids' "Munchies and a Movie," where parents can pick up their children by 6 p.m. $75 per child per day; $35 per day for each additional child.

Munchies and a Movie. Each day a movie will be played in the Ritz Kids room where children can relax on bean bag chairs after an active day on the mountain and indulge in popcorn, hot chocolate and juice. Children of all ages are welcome to attend; however, children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Reservations are not required and this movie night is complimentary for children who are enrolled in the Ski Nanny program. From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. for $35 per child.

Kids' Night Out. In addition to fun off-property activities, this special night out for kids has special theme nights on certain days of the week. Please ask to see a schedule for upcoming adventures. From 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. for [I]$95 per child and includes dinner.

To ensure the program remains in compliance with its new licensing agreement, guests taking advantage of popular Ritz Kids services, such as Ski Nanny, will be asked to fill out an immunization record, medical release form and basic enrollment paperwork, as well as review the new policies, procedures and pricing guidelines.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. For more information on Ritz Kids activities and other children services or to make a reservation, please call The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch at (970) 343-1073.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)


http://www.elitemeetings.com/property/the-ritz-carlton-bachelor-gulch/ Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011 - Winter in the Colorado Rockies isn't just for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Our snow-blanketed mountains offer a winter wonderland of activities for guests of varying interests. From snowshoeing and snowmobiling to world-class shopping, ultra-luxe spa treatments, fine dining, culinary events, cultural performances and much more, guests are invited to take advantage of a multitude of adventures and leisure activities at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch - ski boots not required.

Escape to our world-class spa at The Ritz-Carlton.The Forbes Four-Star Bachelor Gulch Spa offers a variety of luxurious treatments. Indulge in a rejuvenating massage or relax by the rock-lined Grotto and leave the lift lines - and frown lines - behind.

Wake-up to a Mountain Spa Morningand enjoy the fresh, crisp Colorado air. This wellness experience begins with a 90-minute snowshoe adventure through scenic Bachelor Gulch. Upon return to The Bachelor Gulch Spa, a Private Yoga session and 60-minute Close-to-You Massage completes this winter journey.

Parents who want to spend time with the kids, in the snow but off the mountains, will find Beaver Creek's Haymaker Tubing Hill the perfect activity. Providing a thrilling ride, the 4-lane, lift-served tubing hill is 400 feet in length and fun for all ages.

A thrilling winter activity, Hot Air Balloon Tours are provided by Camelot Balloons above the beautiful Eagle River Valley - home of the world famous Colorado resorts of Vail, Beaver Creek and Bachelor Gulch. The hot air balloon flights are surrounded by brilliant blue skies and snow-capped Rocky Mountain vistas.

Calling all dog lovers! Enjoy a snowshoe hike with the resort's resident Labrador Retriever Bachelor. The lovable Labrador is available for hikes or to play fetch via the resort's signature Loan-A-Lab program. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. This complimentary service is available weekdays and on select weekends.

Guests looking for cultural activities or retail therapy will enjoy visiting the well-appointed alpine village in the heart of the Beaver Creek, accessible from The Ritz-Carlton via complimentary Village-to-Village transportation services.Beaver Creek Village features a variety of world-class concerts and theatrical productions at the Vilar Performing Arts Center, a year-round outdoor ice rink, world-class shopping and an impressive collection of esteemed restaurants.

Warm your feet by the fire while roasting s'mores and enjoying breathtaking mountain views with family and friends. Everyday at 3:15 p.m., the Fire Pit Lighting Ceremony kicks off with complimentary hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies. Guests are invited to roast s'mores and sip on aprs-ski cocktails while enjoying live music on the Mountainside Terrace.

Guests craving a little more adventure and excitement may try one of the many other snow sport adventures available in Beaver Creek, such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, Snow-Cat tours, dog-sledding, and ice-skating.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit [url]http://www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch[/url]. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at [url]www.ritzcarlton.com[/url]. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)

[url]http://www.elitemeetings.com/property/the-ritz-carlton-bachelor-gulch/[/url] Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser Historic Inspiration Infuses the Architectural Design of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - In the early 1900s - the era of Theodore Roosevelt and the emerging American West - famed architect Robert Reamer designed The Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone National Park. The Inn soon became the model for lodges in western North America and eventually inspired the 'parkitecture' of spectacular hotels such as ours.

Built with indigenous hewn-timber and stone, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. With notched and joined massive timber, forged ironwork and stonework, dormer windows, broad sweeping gables, and log balconies, our resort exudes the rustic ambiance of Reamer's Inn. In grand parkitecture fashion, The Great Room boasts a three-story stone, wood-burning fireplace that is central to the mountain-resort lifestyle. Guest rooms feature large picture windows or a balcony with panoramic views of our breathtaking setting, while design elements such as rustic colors, foliage accents, and oversized, handcrafted furniture evoke the majesty of the Rocky Mountains.

Until the mid-1930s, grand, historic lodges proliferated in the pioneering West, eventually inspiring the construction of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch - the first resort to be built in authentic parkitecture style in over 50 years.

History of the Seven Bachelors
The Legend and Lore of Bachelor Gulch

From the Ute Indians who originally settled the western valleys of Colorado to the group of bachelors for whom the area is named, the vibrant legends surrounding Bachelor Gulch persist at our Rocky Mountain resort.

Much of the lore centers around seven miners who arrived in the early 1900s: John Anderson, Gunder "Gundy" Berg, Ed Howard, Charley Mays, John Mertz, Ferdinand Smith and Carrothers - a man only recognized by his last name in historical references. The bachelors remained in the area until high-altitude lettuce farming, which found its ideal climate and soil in the area, took root in the 1920s. The venture proved profitable for the new homesteaders until the Great Depression when the farmers were compelled to sell the land, which was used for herding and grazing until the vision of Bachelor Gulch as a resort destination materialized about 40 years later.

The legends of the bachelors continue to inspire the resort's dcor: the rock-lined walls of
The Bachelor Gulch Spa's signature Grotto are reminiscent of caves found throughout the Rocky Mountains; the seven meeting and hospitality rooms are named for the bachelors, as is the resort's caf '7'; and our Raclette dining experience is offered at Anderson's Cabin, the original homestead of bachelor John Anderson. Historical legends come to life at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR)
Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011- Spago at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch will give the 'garden-to-table' trend all new relevance this summer by serving vegetables and herbs grown just steps from where the flavorful dishes are savored.

As in years past, Executive Chef Mark Ferguson and Sous Chef Steve Maline will compost the soil with scraps from winter's food preparation and plant an all-natural, organic garden on Spago's terrace in early spring. After the chefs have harvested tomatoes, fingerling potatoes, rainbow chard, carrots, English peas, a variety of herbs and more, the summer menu will feature the fruits of their labor.

For example, the 'Cast Iron Alaskan Halibut' might be complemented by pea tendrils and primavera tomatoes freshly picked from the garden that day. During winter months, when local and garden-harvested produce is unavailable, Spago offers predominantly locally-sourced menu options, such as Colorado-raised lamb and goat cheese produced in state.

Year-round, Spago serves 100 percent sustainable seafood as part of The Ritz-Carlton corporate-wide "FutureFish" initiative for healthy oceans. The program aims to avoid endangered resource depletion and promote positive environmental impact by raising awareness of sustainable - and healthy - fish selections. Spago's culinary team has long consulted Monterey Bay Aquarium's 'Seafood Watch' Web site to ensure its suppliers espouse similar values and will easily verify compliance.

"As an extension of Wolfgang Puck's long-time focus on the environment, we're thrilled to offer dishes with sustainable fish varieties and produce harvested on Spago's terrace," said Chef Ferguson. "Not only do these efforts support environmental preservation, but they also provide our guests a socially-conscious, delicious and healthy dining experience."

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. For reservations at Spago, please contact the restaurant directly at (970) 343-1555.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011 - Fly directly into Vail/Eagle airport this summer and arrive at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch within 25 minutes. Rich foliage, an ocean of blue sky, 75-degree weather and endless outdoor adventure - all at unrivaled convenience - await. We're on board. Are you?

American Airlines will offer direct in-bound flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) into Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) on Saturdays, with one outgoing stop in Denver.

American Airlines will also provide daily flights to and from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) into Eagle County Regional Airport.

Thrice-daily service from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Eagle County Regional Airport will continue on United Airlines during summer months.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

Please visit http://www.flyvail.com, www.aa.com, or www.united.com to book your flight and for more details on these exciting summer offers.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - For many groups the term "teambuilding" conjures up images of spirited tug of war and relay races, with one side claiming victory. The Ritz-Carlton offers groups a new opportunity at teambuilding where it's a win-win for everyone, including the local community.

Called "VolunTeaming", this unique concept is the newest offering under The Ritz-Carlton Community Footprints umbrella of social responsibility programs. Groups may select from as little as two-hour activities to a full day of working together, depending upon their schedules and interests.

"Each of the 'VolunTeaming' activities offered by our hotels has a strong connection to the local community," explained Sue Stephenson, Vice President of Community Footprints. At The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, opportunities to contribute to causes near and dear to the resort's heart include:

First Descents. First Descents offers young adults diagnosed with cancer an empowering week of outdoor adventure. Kayaking, extreme sports and professional athletes combine to create outdoor experiences that address the emotional scars cancer inflicts on young adults. First Descents was created in 2001 by professional kayaker, Brad Ludden, and enjoys the support of the Vail Valley Chamber and Tourism Bureau, Nike and other partners. Please inquire about volunteering opportunities.

Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity of Eagle and Lake Counties is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. Habitat for Humanity seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from Eagle and Lake Counties, and Habitat strives to make decent housing a matter of conscience and action. Habitat is a hand-up, not a hand-out. In addition to a down payment and the monthly mortgage payments, homeowners invest hundreds of hours of their own labor, or sweat equity, into building their houses and the houses of others. Please inquire about volunteering opportunities.

Meet the Wilderness. Meet The Wilderness is an equal opportunity service provider providing Adventure-based/Life skills programs that introduce youth and adults to the spectacular world of the Colorado backcountry and the beautiful world of themselves and others around them. Offering a balance of physical, mental, and spiritual activities, the nonprofit aims to assist with navigating life's twists and turns while promoting personal growth. Please inquire about volunteering opportunities.

Eagle Valley Humane Society. The mission of the Eagle Valley Humane Society is: the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering among animals, the extension of humane education, the facilitation of the adoption of quality, healthy animals, community awareness of animal issues, and the prevention of pet overpopulation. Please inquire about volunteering opportunities.

On-Property Programs. For groups with limited time but still wanting the "VolunTeaming" experience, two-hour on-property program options are also available. For example, in "Bike Build for Charity", group participants will compete in fast-paced activities practicing great communication and teamwork as they build children's bikes for presentation to a local children's charity.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

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About "VolunTeaming"
"VolunTeaming" is the third program to emerge from the Community Footprints initiative of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. Through "Meaningful Meetings", The Ritz-Carlton will donate 10 percent of a group's room expenditure, evenly divided between a charity of the groups choosing and the Community Footprints charitable fund. "Give Back Getaways" offers hotel guests a wide array of half-day activities in the local community or region they are visiting, to include working at food banks, preserving natural habitats and painting murals to brighten facilities for local children in need.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011- Surrounded by the grandeur of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch offers ultra-convenient access to a wide variety of outdoor adventure, including exclusive access to Red Sky Golf Club, home to two of Colorado's highest-rated courses.

Golf and Area Adventure. Vail Valley is home to more than a dozen world-class golf courses, and The Ritz-Carlton - recently voted as one of five "Top Golf Resorts in the Western U.S." by Cond Nast Traveler readers - enjoys preferred tee times at Red Sky Golf Club, which offers world-class courses designed by Tom Fazio and Greg Norman respectively. Even more, white-water rafting, tubing, horseback riding, cycling, fly fishing, rock climbing, hiking, mountain-biking, and hot-air ballooning are all easily accessible activities from the landmark resort.

Bachelor Gulch Disc Golf. Before the dinner rush at Spago, you're likely to find Executive Chef Mark Ferguson and his culinary team hiking Bachelor Gulch, discs in tow. During spring 2010, the disc golf enthusiasts expanded the course at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch to 18 holes, adding more challenge and variety to their favorite extra-culinary activity. The first hole takes off from the base of the Bachelor Gulch chairlift. From there, the course continues uphill past The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, eventually winding its way up to the bottom of the Upper Beaver Creek chairlift.

The front nine provides a friendly warm-up, offering mostly wide-open shots. The final nine holes - which turn back toward the resort after the 13th - present more challenge, including long yardage, uphill shots and obstacles in the form of Aspen trees. The course takes about an hour and half to complete, and the resort's new Recreation Concierge can provide a course map, scorecard and complimentary disc rentals.

Resort Recreation. Guests are invited to partake in the resort's extended, on-site recreational activities this summer. Air hockey, ladder toss, ping pong, and perennial campus-favorite, Cornhole toss will be set up on the Mountainside Terrace, while bocce ball, horse shoes, soccer nets and badminton will be available for play on the back lawn.

For more information or to request reservations, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch or call the hotel at (970) 748-6200. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011- In February 2010, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch joined a growing group of area hotels donating partially used soap products to the Clean the World Foundation.

The Orlando-based non profit, founded in February 2009, aims to reduce hygiene-related illnesses by recycling the hospitality industry's partially used soap products and distributing them to shelters and countries facing sanitation crises. Since the country's devastating earthquake in January, Clean the World has delivered 150 tons of recycled supplies to Haiti.

After collecting and sorting shampoo, conditioner and lotion donated by its hospitality partners, the organization sanitizes, re-processes and then delivers the recycled products to locations in need, both domestic and abroad.

Clean the World estimates that its partnership with The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch will reduce the resort's annual waste production by 2.8 tons. Additionally, the foundation anticipates that one day of partially used bar soap collected from the hotel will provide 54 families with soap for a week. In October 2010, a team from Clean the World travelled to Haiti to distribute soap to areas affected by the cholera outbreak.

Other eco-friendly efforts at The Ritz-Carlton include purchasing environmentally sensitive products, and offering local and organic dining options, spa treatments, and products.

For details on The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch and its dedication to environmental preservation please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch or contact the resort directly at (970) 748-6200. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

Visit http://www.cleantheworld.org for more information or contact Communications Director Peter Olson at [email]polsen@cleantheworld.org[/email].

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About Clean the World
An Orlando-based charitable organization, Clean the World, Inc. is committed to the prevention of illness and death caused by acute respiratory infection and diarrheal disease in countries across the globe. In an effort to prevent these needless deaths from occurring, Clean the World collects discarded soap and shampoo from hotels to be recycled and distributed distributes these soap products along with appropriate educational materials to domestic homeless shelters and impoverished countries people worldwide. In 2009, Clean the World collected, recycled and distributed over 230 tons of soap and other bathroom amenities to impoverished people worldwide. With the donations of these discarded soap and shampoo products, Clean the World Foundation is a step closer to reaching their goal of preventing the millions of lives lost each year - and they're doing it one bar of soap at a time.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Mobil Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011 - Consistently recognized as a world-class ski destination with exceptional services and facilities for the whole family, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch on is not a luxury resort content to rest on its laurels.

That's why in anticipation of the 2010/11 ski season, the majestic mountain escape has introduced a variety of enhancements-and compassionate endeavors-designed to benefit the local community and elevate the experiences of all of its guests, including 'Fido.'

'7' Deli Re-Design
The resort has partnered with Peet's Coffee & Tea and Dean and Deluca to offer a wider variety of grab-and-go items in the redesigned '7' Deli. Convenient hot and cold items will include premium coffee and teas, sandwiches, soups, pastries, gourmet candy, beer, wine, cocktails and more.

In addition, the deli's walls will exude a 'gallery' feel, adorned with photography available for purchase and provided by a rotating cast of esteemed Colorado-based artists. Through winter, photographs by Eagle, Colo.-based Mike Crabtree will be on display, and the artist will stop by the eatery for a weekly meet-and-greet with guests.

Ritz Kids is Back and Better than Ever
Ritz Kids at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is now a state-licensed childcare facility, even better equipped to offer unparalleled convenience and fun-filled childcare programs in a safe, structured environment. As part of its enhanced certification, Ritz Kids has employed additional specialized, staff members to offer each child in the program more personalized care and attention.

To ensure the program remains in compliance with its new licensing agreement, guests taking advantage of popular Ritz Kids services, such as Ski Nanny, will be asked to fill out standard enrollment paperwork, as well as review the new policies, procedures and pricing guidelines. Ritz Kids' services are offered to children five to 12 years old. Child care can be arranged through the resort's Concierge for children under five years of age. Ritz Kids is available at (970) 343-1073 for additional details or reservations.

'Pampered Paws for a Cause'
Our canine-compassionate initiative has been so well-received - and so beneficial - the resort has decided to extend the offer through ski season. Through April, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch will donate $25 of the $125-per stay dog fee to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). In 2010, the resort collected over $3,500 for the worthy organization.

Plus, every furry guest that sleeps under our grand lodge's "woof" will be provided new, dog-friendly amenities, including V.I.P. ("Very Important Pooch") pet supplies loaned to guests upon check-in, including food and water bowls and an overstuffed dog bed; a complimentary V.I.P. handbook and canvas tote; organic, all-natural gourmet dog food and treats available for in-room dining; 'Fido's Spa & Fitness' services, presented by The Bachelor Gulch Spa; brisk 'Doggie Daybreak & Twilight' guided hikes, offered twice-daily from '7' Deli's terrace; and more canine-friendly retail items for purchase in the resort's Signature Shop.

For more information or to make reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, please contact a travel professional, call (800) 241-3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. Posted 11 Jan, 2011 by Amy Moser BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - January 11, 2011 - The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch prides itself on existing in harmony with its breathtaking, natural surroundings. Genuinely committed to environmental preservation, the resort has implemented a bevy of eco-conscious initiatives and efforts, including:

Corporate Efforts
- PrimaTM Bottled Water: The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company developed a partnership with PrimaTM to create a co-branded bottle, 16 oz. bottle made 100 percent from plants. The bottles are all-natural, decompose in 30 days and can be reprocessed into new bottles. Manufacturing requires 49 percent less fossil fuels, 45 percent less energy, and 75 percent less greenhouse gases than a classic water bottle.
- Private Label Ritz-Carlton Golf Shirts: The Earth-Tech shirt is a new and innovative product made from recycled polyester, derived from plastic bottles, which is knit with cotton to create a performance mesh fabric with a light-weight, luxurious hand feel. The golf shirts, at a retail price of $60, may be purchased at the Signature Shop at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, or at www.ritzcarltonshops.com.
A $5 donation to The Ritz-Carlton Community Footprints Fund, benefiting environmental and social causes, is made for each "green" logo shirt purchase.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
Reuse, Recycle and Repurpose
- The hotel has partnered with Clean the World Foundation to recycle the resort's partially used soap products, reducing the resort's annual waste production by 2.8 tons
- The Housekeeping Department changes bed linens every other day and replaces only towels placed on the ground as part of the resort's commitment to water conservation.
- Eco-conscious amenities such as reusable Ritz-Carlton gift bags and water bottles
- Annual Earth Day recognition: In 2010, guests were invited to turn off room lights and gather around the Fire Pit for a tour of the constellations with complimentary hot chocolate.

Spago by Wolfgang Puck
Prefers sustainable, organic and locally grown produce and proteins
- Offers predominantly locally produced, organic menu items
- Dishes include herbs and vegetables harvested on Spago Terrace during warmer months
- Serves 100 percent sustainable fish varieties and works only with purveyors espousing the same values as part of a corporate-wide "FutureFish" program, to avoid endangered resource depletion and promote positive environmental impact.

The Bachelor Gulch Spa
Embraces all-natural, indigenous products and treatments
- Platinum Restore Facial with Shirodhara: an all-natural, organic facial, using ISUN Organic Skincare, a line of facial products indigenous to Telluride, Colo., offered in The Spa Boutique for purchase.

For details on The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch and its dedication to environmental preservation please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bachelorgulch or contact the resort directly at (970) 748-6200. For group inquiries, please call the Sales Office at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch directly at (970) 343-1098.

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The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. Consistently touted by Travel & Leisure and Cond Nast Traveler as one of North America's top hotels, the AAA Five-Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure, including unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain and preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club, which includes two 18-hole championship courses designed by the renowned Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. After a day of activity, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, is the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate. The soothing Forbes Four-Star, 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center features 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy-river hot tub, an integrated wellness program, and both Pilates and yoga studios. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever, is available for walks through the resort's signature Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 73 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Shanghai, Pudong, China; and Kowloon, Hong Kong. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) Posted 10 Jul, 2009 by Concierge Elite BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - June 29, 2009 - Foodies & Oenophiles, rejoice! Spago at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch invites guests to celebrate a sensational season of culinary offerings that will tempt even the most discerning palettes - and pockets. Savor Spago specials and delight in many unique, value-added dining options.

Summer Tasting Menu
Discover tantalizing fare and delight in a distinct selection of dishes presented by Spago's Executive Chef Mark Ferguson. Spago's Summer Tasting Menu features five-courses for $48/$68 with wine-pairing, available through November 12, 2009.

Thirst-days
Whether red or white -- Spago promises to whet your appetite with Thirst-days. Enjoy 50% savings on every bottle of wine, every Thursday and quench your thirst! Spago's Thirst-days offer begins on June 18 and will last through November 12. Music and dancing will be available in the Great Room to complete an exceptional evening. Guests taking advantage of this special will be privy to an attractive voucher offering additional savings on future dining.

Ladies Who Lunch Are Cooking With Class
Create culinary sensations and savor every bite during Spago's unique "Ladies Who Lunch Are Cooking with Class" series. Guests will work side-by-side with one of Spago's talented executive chefs while acquiring expert tips and tricks on food preparation, cooking techniques and exquisite presentation. Patrons will enjoy the delectable dish with a beautifully paired wine, presented by one of our experienced Sommeliers. Spago's innovative series costs only $35 per adult and will be held every Tuesday from 12 to 2 pm, July 7 through November 10. Ladies who can't leave their tots behind need not worry - Ritz Kids lunch and supervision will be available for $10 per child. Reservations required and subject to cancellation as a minimum total of 10 reservations needed to host class. Offer not exclusive to women and open to all hotel guests and local residents.

Happy Hour
Spago's happiest hours offer a fine selection of $10 gourmet pizzas & $3 drink specials everyday, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Spago's culinary offerings will be available through mid-November 2009 unless otherwise noted. For more information or to request reservations, please call Spago at (970) 343-1555.

The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. The resort was recently selected by readers as #1 among "The Top Resorts for Parents and Kids" in Travel & Leisure Family's September 2008 Annual Poll. This AAA Five Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure including unmatched ski-in ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain, Colorado's highest rated golfing with preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club on their two new 18-hole championship courses and the unrivaled luxury of The Bachelor Gulch Spa. The only Vail Valley spa to be awarded the coveted Mobil Four-Stars, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton is a 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center featuring 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy river hot tub, and integrated wellness program and both Pilates and yoga studios. It is a relaxing place to rejuvenate after an active or leisurely day on the mountain. Bachelor, the resort's resident Labrador Retriever is available for walks in Bachelor Gulch through our Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family. Designed by world-renowned hospitality designer Tony Chi, Spago by Wolfgang Puck opened at the resort in late 2007 as the only Colorado outpost of his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 72 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe with future openings including Dubai International Financial Centre, United Arab Emirates; Dove Mountain, Tucson, Arizona; and Lake Tahoe, California. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at http://www.ritzcarlton.com/. Posted 09 Apr, 2008 by Concierge Elite Spago at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch opened its doors with a grand opening reception that welcomed hundreds of local and VIP guests from around the nation. The restaurant is the latest venture for the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group and is their first partnership with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.


Opening Spago at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch s an exceptional opportunity to further our brand, said master chef Wolfgang Puck This spectacular mountain destination provides the perfect setting to create a unique menu that combines our classics from over the years with new signature dishes locally inspired by the Colorado Rockies.


At Spago, Executive Chef Mark Ferguson creates imaginative, seasonal American cuisine with Asian accents. The menu features Wolfgangs classics - Handmade Agnolotti with seasonal fillings and the Roasted Chino Farms Beet Layer Cake - as well as new locally inspired dishes. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, the menus showcase healthy and lighter fare as well as select game dishes such as the Pan-Roasted Venison Filet Mignon with Juniper Reduction and Fuji Apple-Celery Compote. In keeping with Chef Pucks guiding culinary philosophy, Spago fully engages Wolfgangs Eat, Love, Live (WELL) program and includes a commitment to sourcing from local family farmers and purveyors who support the humane treatment of animals and to offering products that meet the natural, fresh and organic standards of the company.


The 4,400 square foot restaurant was designed by esteemed New York-based hospitality designer Tony Chi. Chi captures the essence of the surrounding mountain landscape in his distinctly modern design. Recognized as a true design visionary, Chis impeccable style and innovation can be found in the world's major capitals and some of its most exclusive travel destinations. The 120-seat restaurant weaves rustic and modern elements to create a balanced transition between it and the traditional log and stone features of the hotel. A stunning, 37-seat bar and lounge creates a unique faade for the restaurant, opening directly off of the hotels Great Room. With clear glass display towers, etched silver bar tops, polished, stainless steel fixtures and swiveling barstools, the Spago bar is the ideal place to see and be seen after an adventurous day of outdoor adventure.


The restaurant is composed of two dining areas. The Kitchen Dining Room features an open-oven kitchen which acts as an active and dynamic staging area for the culinary team. Additionally, the room includes four communal dining tables, intimate booth dining with custom-made, vegetable-dyed veneer walls, reclaimed solid oak tables, and custom-made wall sconces.


The second dining room is surrounded by 14-foot high, vegetable-dyed wood veneer shutters in front of the windows. Intended to be open during the daylight hours, these close over the center portion of the windows during the evening to add intimacy, warmth and color to the room. A handcrafted Windsor bench anchors the seating at the end of the room behind which a hand-woven, red tapestry hangs. Stunning black and white photographic murals of Rocky Mountain images by Denver-based photographer John Fielder add additional artistry throughout the spaces.


Wolfgang Pucks extraordinary cuisine set inside Tony Chis brilliant restaurant design makes Spago the premier dining experience in the Vail Valley, said John Garth, general manager of the resort.


The grand lodge architectural style of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch exudes authentic Rocky Mountain luxury and captures the essence of the surrounding national forest. This AAA Five Diamond year-round destination resort offers limitless outdoor adventure including unmatched ski-in ski-out access on Beaver Creek Mountain, Colorados highest rated golfing with preferred tee times at the private Red Sky Golf Club on their two new 18-hole championship courses and the unrivaled luxury of The Bachelor Gulch Spa. The only Vail Valley spa to be awarded the coveted Mobil Four-Stars, The Bachelor Gulch Spa at The Ritz-Carlton is a 21,000 square-foot spa and fitness center featuring 19 treatment rooms, a co-ed rock-lined grotto with lazy river hot tub, an integrated wellness program and both Pilates and yoga studios. It is a relaxing place to rejuvenate after an active or leisurely day on the mountain. Bachelor, the resorts resident Labrador retriever is available for walks in Bachelor Gulch through our Loan-a-Lab program and is the perfect activity for the entire family.


The award-winning restaurants of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group include Spago (Beverly Hills, Las Vegas, Maui and Bachelor Gulch); Postrio (San Francisco and Las Vegas); Chinois (Santa Monica and Las Vegas); Trattoria del Lupo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in Las Vegas; Wolfgang Puck American Grille at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City; CUT and sidebar in Beverly Hills; Wolfgang Puck Grille at the MGM Grand Detroit; and The Source at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Opening in early 2008, CUT Las Vegas at The Palazzo.