Showing posts with label Ski. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ski. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Believe It Or Not - Al Sharpton on Obama

Pardon the non Taos lodging and activity comment but found the statement hard to believe when I heard it on yesterday's news shows.  Some of you may not like Fox News or O'Reilly (but this is a video clip of Sharpton), I didn't like the need to watch an ad, but the video clip of Sharpton is stunning.  Didn't listen to anything after the Sharpton clip so can't comment on that.

http://video.foxnews.com/v/4119639/sharptons-socialism-shocker

Hope you'll add Taos to your travel plans this year.  Great snow for spring skiing now, a full river for white water rafting starting in April, great shops and museums for summer visits, numerous area golf courses for the golf finatics, smoke free Taos Mountain Casino for evening entertainment, many Spiritual Activities planned for the entire year in and around Taos for this years Return to Sacred Places program.  Top that with Taos best lodging values at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza and you're set for several days or a week in Taos.  Ask about our long term rates, we'll help you stay for as long as you'll desire!

www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn     800-444-2346

We always invite you to share our blog, this video, and always appreciate referrals to the hotel.  Thanks!

Monday, February 8, 2010

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow!

Here's the ski report for Monday, February 8, 2010. Taos enjoys 16" fresh today. That is approaching epic skiing! Get up here, NOW!

Angel Fire sports 12" fresh. February is often NM's best snow month and this one is looking good!

May I brag about UNM's Lobo Ski Team? Won their invitational this past weekend. As readers may know, we support the Lobo Ski Team with donated rooms. They are a great group of kids, serve up awesome skiing, and maintain great grades! Go Lobos!

We've got all kinds of specials and discounts. Rooms from $39 a night for a single during the week. Special mentioned in earlier post for President's Valentines weekend of $199 package. Weekly rates from mid $200's. Folks that stay with Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza KNOW we are the best value Inn Taos. Period!

www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn then 800-444-2346 to reserve.

Friday, January 22, 2010

Thank You Ullr

Sorry, I spelled that glorious snow god's name wrong in an earlier post. I'll punish myself by skiing only 5 out of the next 7 days.

Surprise, during winter months, you folks maintain your snow awareness. Since this storm started, the phone at the hotel has gone berserk. Well, that's not really a surprise.

As of Friday snow reports, Sipapu has 10" fresh and 24" from the storm. Taos Ski Valley measures at 7" fresh and 17" from storm. Angel Fire reports 4" and 16" from storm. Any way you measure it, it's time to get to Taos, NOW! The storm may not be finished just yet. Road conditions might be your biggest challenge. We'd be optimistic to expect the government be able and prepared to deliver visitors to their chosen activity and geographic location. My wife tells me sarcasm is the lowest form of whit. I think if the shoe fits, wear it.

We've put up a few specials for the next couple weeks. You won't believe this. We'll do our value rooms for as little as $39 a night for a single Monday thru Thursday. Standard rooms for $49 a night. Deluxe from $59 a night. As a reminder, the average daily rate in Taos last January was $90 a night. Must I remind you we are Taos' BEST Value in Lodging? Probably not.

Still 2 more weekly Learn to Ski Better at Taos for only $99 starting Sunday the 24th and again the 31st. Stay with us for a paltry $249 for the week. Use your Millenium Pass, your Taos Ski Card, or just buy a weekly ticket. Your skiing skills will elevate more than any other week you've ever spent skiing. BTW, regular price of the ski week is $234. Taos Ski Valley is making you the deal of the year. Our rooms would normally be around $400. Guess we too are in the deal making mood.

Ski you in Taos. www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn. That's the web site. Call direct to book: 800-444-2346. We very much appreciate your reading this blog. I'd love read your comments (within reason). Thanks for your business. Come up this weekend, you might run into one of the UNM Lobo Ski Team. They're practicing and honing their competition skills.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Angel Fire Ice Fishing Tourney

Eagle Nest Lake openned for ice fishing December 29, 2009. All terrain vehicles and snowmobiles will be allowed on the ice, not on shorelines, and NO full-size vehicles. All on ice vehicles must be brought to state park on trailers, off loaded on the boat ramp, and driven directly onto the ice. Ice fishing access to the lake thru the state park is $5 per day per vehicle or free thru access points outside the state park boundaries.

Fishing should be good since the fish have been relatively undisturbed since the lake froze over early December. The state asks fishers to be aware of the elements. Dress warmly, prepare for wide temp variations, wear sunscreen. Remember, ice may break, wear flotation devices!!!

The 2010 Ice Fishing Tourney is Saturday, January 16, 2010. All licensing and other details are avaialbe at the Eagel Nest Lake State Park, 575-377-1594 or www.nmparks.com.

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza invites you to make your headquarters for all your Northern NM safaris right here in downtown Taos with us. Convenient downtown location (perfect for the other half who doesn't ice fish or ski), exceptional service (we're your Taos area tour guide), quality over night accommodations (single king bed deluse rooms have gas log fireplaces), and always affordable value rates (we're almost always more affordable than the other downtown properties). Book direct today! 800-444-2346. www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn.

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Sipapu is ALWAYS in the Christmas giving mood!

We've worked with sipapu for many years. It is an awesome, friendly, family oriented ski area that can boast about being the first to open and last to close in NM (almost every year). So why do I say they are always in the Christmas giving mood? Here's 10 reasons for you to ski Sipapu:

1. Active military ski and ride for FREE. Show active ID and ski on. Good almost all season (some blackout dates). Remember our 50% off for military and veterans? We love folks who support and honor our brave soldiers. Details: http://www.sipapunm.com/index.php?option=com_lodge_management&task=special_detail&id=16&startdate=&enddate=&Itemid=71

2. All kids 6 and under ski FREE. Any day, every day, no blackout dates! Yes, you can afford to take the kids skiing!

3. First time skiers and boarders (7 years and up) get their first 3 lessons FREE. Details: http://www.sipapunm.com/index.php?option=com_lodge_management&task=special_detail&id=23&startdate=&enddate=&Itemid=71

4. Over 70? You still ski FREE at Sipapu. Did you note the key word? FREEEEEEEEE!

5. They have several other great value specials listed at their web site.

6. If you don't get or qualify for one of the "deals", their basic lift ticket is still only $39. That is one of the least expensive and affordable lift tickies anywhere!

7. Their equipment rental costs, miscelaneous store sales prices, and foods are also affordably priced. A family can still get the whole bunch on the hill and no put yourselves in the poor house!

Check em out: www.sipapunm.com. Tell them Indian Hills Inn sent you!

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is only about 20 miles from Sipapu. You'll really enjoy being located in the heart of downtown Taos. Note: we also offer Guests Sipapu discount coupons to save $5 off their already low tickets. Our rates are usually amongst the most reasonable in Taos. Christmas week, we are a bit higher than normal for us BUT still far lower than ours and most other ski areas. I just checked one Colorado area for Christmas lodging rates. The LOWEST per night was $209. Average was around $400. Christmas week, you'll stay alomost 2 nights with us for each night there! View our web site for loads of Taos area and hotel information: www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn. Then call direct for the best up to the minute data and rates - 800-444-2346.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all. Thank you for your business. Although many lodging markets are down significantly (Taos is no exception), we are proudly virtually identidcal to mlast years sales. The ONLY reason we are counter economy is our team is focused on providing YOU great service from our convenient location with comfortable, quality rooms, all with GREAT value pricing!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Museums to Skiing to Spa-ing

The Museum Association of Taos marketing byline is "Taos Past & Present". Their Taos museums offer views into the history, culture, and art of Taos' long history. The museums in the association are Blumenschein, Hacienda Martinez, Harwood, Rogers, and Taos Art Museum. The BEST means of viewing all is the $25 combo ticket which is good at all 5 museums and is valid for 1 full year. More information at http://www.taosmuseums.org/. What an awesome Christmas gift for the Taos explorer!

Didn't mention it yesterday but Angel Fire opens this coming weekend. With 12" fresh powder yesterday, their openning will be epic! http://www.angelfireresort.com/ for details.

Just got an email from Ojo Caliente Spa. They are offering some specials that past Guests of ours suggest you take a look at. They are offering a free spa visit with on site and online purchases in their gift shop. They offer 20% discounts for returning hotel Guests. They're even matching our popular Pay2, the 3rd is FREE promotion (but we don't want to you stay there).

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is about 25 miles from Angel Fire or Sipapu and 20 from Taos Ski Valley. Our central location is perfect for those who want to explore more than just 1 area ski resort. If you have a skier who wants to explore the environs of historic Taos, we are again the perfect location: downtown Taos, convenient to all historic district sights, easy access to groceries, galleries, and other goodies.

Until December 17, 2009, we're offering our exceptional special of Pay 2, the 3rd Night is FREE. After that, we'll usually have our Pay 3, 4th is Free deal. Our base rate for those specials is just about always the best in Taos! Right now, we're priced at only $76 for two. Visit us at www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn. Then call direct for reservations 800-444-2346.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Mastercard Doubles Your March of Dimes Donation

Many moon back, March of Dimes helped me with the cost of removing an extra digit from my son's hand. March of Dimes has since been one of our chosen charities. I do the annual mailers and help when we can.

Here's a chance for you to donate via your Mastercard and double the contribution. Not only is the donation tax deductible to you but it is doubled to March of Dimes by Mastercard. That's right, your $25 becomes $50. Your $50 becomes $100, your $100 becomes $200, etc.

Anyone generous enough to donate $100 or more will get a free night with us. Forward to me a copy of the emailed contribution memo, a scan of your account statement that clearly shows your $100 donation, and the dates you wish to stay. We'll set your reservation with one night free. There's a little extra Christmas bonus! Forward this email to anyone you know who plans a trip to Taos! We and MOD appreciates your help making this a successful campaign.

Here's the link to help premature births and other important March of Dimes efforts: https://www.marchofdimes.com/howtohelp/mastercard.asp?BrCs=153&BrCg=7707390&BrRc=!*RecipID;*!&BrCv=747202877

If you'd prefer a straight donation, give generously to your chosen organization. With the nations economy in a horrid decline, many groups are suffering huge declines in giving. Your help this year may well be more important than at any time in recent history.

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza thanks you for your help with MOD and business. Ski season bookings are coming in daily. Visit our web site for loads of links to area wide tourist places: www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn. Book direct for the best values always! 800-444-2346.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Ski Areas Open Soon - Lodging Specials

Enchnated Forest plans their openning November 21, 2009. They'll have about 50% of the trails open and will offer discounted tickets. They are just East of Red River, about 35 miles from Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza. www.enchantedforestxc.com

Taos Ski Valley is scheduled to open November 26, 2009. Check out their web site for the most up to the moment details. www.skitaos.org

Sipapu (always the first) plans to open November 21, 2009. They are known for great deals all the way around. Early ski tickets are as low as $15 adult. It is an awesome family area that won't break the bank. We usually have discount coupons for lift tickets at front desk. www.sipapunm.com

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is known for great location, good quality lodging, exceptional Guest service, and Taos' best Inn value. Remember, for another week, we're doing veteran and military discounts at 50% off our already resaonable rates (we don't game the system by going up first, then discounting). Check us out at www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn. Call direct for best values always!!! 800-444-2346.

Monday, September 7, 2009

Indian Hills Inn Supports UNM Lobo Ski Team

Have to brag a bit about the UNM Lobo Ski Team. This year, the ski team sports a 100% graduation rate, they finished 3rd at the NCAA championships, and had a team GPA of 3.68 for men and 3.54 for women (highest of all UNM athletic teams).

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza congratulates Fredrik Landstedt, head coach, and the entire team for their excellence in both athletics and academics!

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is a proud sponsor of the UNM Ski Team. We aid by donating rooms the the teams Taos and Red River practice trips. Pray for snow and another great year for UNM! Go Lobos.

We appreciate everyone’s business. You may reserve online at www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn or toll free at 800-444-2346.