FAQs
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What is the closest airport?
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There is a regional airport in Eagle-Vail 35 miles from Vail but Denver International Airport is the recommended airport. You can rent a car or order a mountain shuttle from the Denver airport to Vail.
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Should I worry about the altitude?
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If you are not used to the altitude then some may take a couple days to acclimate. Vail is situated at 8,150 feet above sea level. If you are not able to come in early then a few options are - Boost oxygen cans (sold at numerous stores in Vail), altitude medication, and always drink lots of water. Please note, many people have a lower alcohol tolerance when at altitude.
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Are you doing a hotel block?
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We are not, but we do have a 10% off booking link with the Evergreen Lodge at Vail. https://reservations.travelclick.com/3057?RatePlanId=7348225 That being said, we don't want guests to feel obligated to stay at a certain hotel. There are numerous lodging options including hotels, condos, and airbnbs. You can stay anywhere from East Vail to West Vail and will be on both the shuttle line and the Gore Creek Trail (paved). If you are in this area then there should be no need to drive once in Vail. Please reach out to us if you are having trouble finding lodging that fits your budget. Check out the travel page for more information.
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Wedding Transportation
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There is a free shuttle that goes between East Vail and West Vail. The venue is located in West Vail and is close to one of the shuttle stops. More information on the shuttle, including which stops and times can be found on the Travel Section of our website. In addition to the Vail Shuttle, here are a few different options that could be used to get to the Venue. If you feel like walking the Gore Valley Trail (paved) also goes right by the venue and is a nice walk along the creek. Additionally, many of the hotels have personal shuttles to transport you around town. Your hotel front desk can also provide some options on transportation even if they do not have a shuttle. There is Uber and Lyft in Vail, but availability may be limited. We care about everyone's safety and ask people who will have one or more drinks to please not drive. If you have any questions or want help figuring out a plan from where you are staying specifically, please feel free to contact Jake at 573-647-0018.
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Parking in Vail
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Many of the hotels and AirBnBs have parking spots included. If there is not parking included there are numerous garages around town. The parking should be at most $25 per car per night. The Red Sandstone Garage is also a convenient option with overnight parking rates at $15 per night. It is across the highway and there is a pedestrian bridge for easy access back to Lionshead. Vail is a very walkable town. If you are staying anywhere between East Vail and West Vail, including Vail Village and Lionshead, you should not need to drive anywhere for the weekend, unless you want to hike or explore out of town.
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Are kids invited?
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To allow all wedding guests, including parents, a night of relaxation and uninhibited revelry, we respectfully ask that no children attend the reception. Thank you so much for your understanding! Please let us know if you have any questions, concerns, or need help finding a babysitter for the evening.