Vail carves 20% off pass price

BROOMFIELD — Vail Resorts Inc. (NYSE: MTN) has reduced the price of its ski passes by 20% for the 2021-2022 ski season.

The price reduction applies to the entire portfolio of the company’s North American pass lineup, including Epic Pass, Epic Local Pass and Epic Day Pass, according to a Vail news release.

The Epic Local Pass is now available for $583,down from $729 last season, and the full Epic Pass is priced at $783, down from $979 last season.

“The ski industry, our Company and skiers and riders everywhere just navigated the most challenging season we have ever encountered. Because of the growth and loyalty of our pass holders, we were able to ensure this season was a success, with full operations across our 34 North American resorts, even amid a pandemic,” Vail CEO Rob Katz said in the release. “When we launched the Epic Pass 13 years ago, we began a journey to offer incredible value, flexibility and access to pass holders in exchange for a commitment before the season starts.”

All 2021/22 pass products will come with Epic Coverage, at no additional cost, which provides refunds for personal events like job loss, injury or illness, as well as for certain resort closures, including closures due to COVID-19. 

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