Two giants have emerged, through acquisition or operation of mountain resorts and through partnerships that give both global reach: Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass and Alterra Mountain Company’s Ikon. The 2019-20 Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass, Epic Australia Pass and Military Epic Pass now include unlimited and unrestricted access to each of the 17 newly acquired Peak ski areas, in addition to the access provided to some of the world’s most well-known resorts including Vail, Whistler Blackcomb, Park City and Breckenridge. Current Peak Resorts’ pass holders now have the option to upgrade to an Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass. Ikon Pass holders will have seven-day access to A-Basin on the Ikon Pass with no blackout dates, and five-day access on the Ikon Base Pass, with selected blackout dates. Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 14 iconic year-round destinations, including the world’s largest heli-ski operation, and the Ikon Pass.

Source: Huffington Post November 18, 2019 18:56 UTC