Our friends Amy and McCann are coming for a visit this weekend- we can't wait! This sparked my interest in writing a "Vacation Planner/Guide" for friends and family planning a visit. (Not that I wouldn't want to personalize and write out one for everyone coming) but here are more general things to know before you visit. I hope this helps with packing (I'll try to remember to update in the Spring/Summer!) It also reminds me of Jennifer Griggs' amazing detail she shared with us before we came to Telluride for the first time with Catherine for a long ski weekend... ahh, the memories!
Before you come: drink lots of water. When you arrive into Telluride, you'll be at 8,700 feet above sea level so its important to hydrate before to avoid headaches. Try not to think about it too much... we've got plenty of remedies if you do feel dehydrated including bars to help dehydrate you some more!
If you are flying into Montrose, prepare for an hour drive (depending on weather and "traffic") into Telluride. If you got a sweet deal into Telluride, prepare for a 10 minute drive. Telluride airport fun fact: it is the highest airport in North America and gorgeous to fly into. Montrose is where we stock up on lots of groceries and Walmart/Target "stuff" so we love to go there and hope to be able to pick anyone who comes up (at least drive one way). If we can't get off work to do so, you can also take the Telluride Express shuttle which is better than renting a car (not a lot of parking or need for a car once you are here!)
Telluride is super casual... even at the nicest restaurants, jeans are totally acceptable. Just make sure to bring plenty of warm layers. Any retro ski gear is welcome in Telluride... especially for closing day but anything goes on the slopes. If you make a local laugh with the neon bibs, it's a good day! Temps can get into the 40's during the day but dip below zero at night. It's a dry cold and there isn't a lot of wind, but still hats, gloves, scarves are recommended! Oh- and as I've written about before... it is super sunny here so bring sunscreen for all exposed skiing areas.
We're pretty well stocked on everything you can imagine. Also- we've got plenty of items you might not be able to carry on the plane (no- not guns) but more than 2 ounces of toothpaste and bathroom stuff! Make sure to bring a swimsuit for the hot-tub - always a welcome apres-ski activity. If you forget anything, no worries! We'll survive without it or be able to get it here!
Can't wait to see you!
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