Taos Ski Week Specials

Sometimes people think "specials" mean value.  If you haven't already figured it out, that is not necessarily nor always accurate.

The reason I say that is because I just got an email from some of the hotels in Taos Ski Valley.  They are pushing their "free" ski week package.  NONE of their web sites actually post the special package pricing nor inclusions.

BUT, just using their posted January 2011 rates, if you are seeking value, you'll do far better with booking your room at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza.  At the valley chamber website, 7 properties are offering the "special".  Some properties are right in TSV, others are located in or near the town of Taos.  Prices range from a low of $900 to highs ranging from $1533 and far up the scale..  Lift tickets are NOT included with the packages.  The Taos Ski Valley Ski Week for 2 Guests is included.  So they are offering from $119 to $219 per night for rate.

Here's why Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza may be the choice for you.  For our nightly lodging for 2 Guests, we'll charge you $274 for a week.  That's $39.14 per night...for 2 of you!  Add to that the cost of the Taos Ski Week program at $99 per person for the 6 day school, that's $14.14 per day per person or $67.43 per day for 2.  That equals $471.98 for an equal package for 2 for the week!  In other words, Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is just about half the cost of any of the other "package deals" offered.

What can we say?  We almost always offer Taos Best Lodging Values.  Period!  End of story.  If you can't fit this exceptional ski week in your schedule, we ask you to share with anyone else who might be able to organize their schedule to get off for the most incredible ski week they've ever enjoyed.  Tell them to email or call us.  Ask them to visit our blog/twitter/facebook/linkedin page to learn more.

Uncertain of what you'll get with Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza?  First, you'll be right in the heart of downtown Taos with more stuff going on than we can possible explain here.  Second, you'll get a room with either a single king bed or two queen sized beds.  Carpet is new December 2010.  Bath rooms are clean and comfortable, furnishings and decor are with a Southwest flavor.  Our front desk team is selected, trained, and known for great Guest service.  And our values are unheard of for a ski town, anywhere, anytime!

www.newmewx.com/indianhillsinn     800-444-2346     Don't OVERSPEND on lodging! 

Fresh Powder Covers Taos Area Resorts

Most important information of the day is a storm is upon us!
Taos reports 8" last 24 hours
Sipapu reports 6+" since Wednesday
Angel Fire reports 2"
Town of Taos has about 2"

Snow is expected for much of Thursday for North Central Mountains.  This fresh snow means skiing is finally improving and generally good at all area resorts.  The shortage of good snow means the crowds are less than most Christmas holidays.  In other words, load your gear, call and reserve your room, ski you in Taos!

As a reminder, Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is a Town of Taos Lodging Partner with Sipapu.  Beginning Sunday night January 2, 2011 for skiing on Monday January 3, 2011, when you buy your lift ticket for Sipapu from Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza ($39 adult), you get free lodging.  Double occupancy offer.  Singles require a two night stay.  Friday, Saturday, and peak weekend Sundays require a $20 surcharge on the room.  You will not find a better value.  Period!

Frustrated with your skiing ability?  Tired of being a terminal beginner or intermediate?  Really want to improve?  Taos Ski Week is the RX for a cure!  Program starts every Sunday and goes thru the following  Friday.  Includes a 2 hour lesson every morning.  Normal price of $250 for the week has been slashed by 60% to $99 for all January start dates - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th.  We'll provide your lodging for $249 single and $274 double.  If you yearn to ski better, thiat program is THE ANSWER.

There are still a few days of the holiday to join us in Taos.  Our rooms are lower than any of the last 5 years.  Mention this post and we'll do rooms from $99 single (that's $30 off our rack rates).  That's for direct bookings!

Taos Pueblo does their annual Turtle Dance on January 1, 2011.  Thursday January 6, 2011 they hold their Deer Dance celebration.  http://www.taospueblo.com/

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www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn     800-444-2346     Happy New Year in Taos!

January Ski Weeks Just $99

If you are serious about becoming a better skier, Taos Ski Valley's Ski Week is the BEST DEAL ANYWHERE!  Ski weeks begin every Sunday - 1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30.  From Sunday through Friday, top instructors work with you for two hours each morning. Tech talks and discussions of biomechanics and ski psychology in the evenings immerse you in a total mountain experience, while giving you the chance to further friendships forged while on the snow.  Many skiers have returned to take this awesome course again and again.  It is really one of the best means of improving your skiing ability available.  http://www.skitaos.org/content/ski-weeks  866-968-7386 X 1355

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza offers special lodging for those weeks.  We'll discount our regular rack rate of $79 down to $249 for the week for a single.  That's only $35 a night.  Add $25 for each added Guest.  This special is not available with any other coupon or special.  It is available ONLY for direct bookings!  Your Millenium Pass or Taos Card are both valid for this week of impressive gains for you and your fun!

If the hassle of bringing your equipment on a flight from there to here has you riled, we've got Adventure Ski Shops right here at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza to make your travels as easy as can be.  With at least a $5 a day discount (I haven't asked about weekly rentals), you'll be able to relax during your travels to and fro when you rent here in Taos.  http://www.adventureskishops.com/   800-433-1321

I hope you enjoy our blog, twitter, facebook, and linked in posts.  We'd very much appreciate your signing on as a follower, as a friend, as a liker.  I also invite you to mention us to anyone you know who likes the Taos area.  You know we have the best values around, offer a super convenient location, provide great Guest friendly and focused service, and perhaps the best quality for cost offered in Taos.

www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn     800-444-2346     Make this week and great and safe year end!