What better way to celebrate our country’s independence than watching the nation’s best atheletes compete in a little contact sport? The 37^th annual Vail Lacrosse Shootout is already underway and will continue to thrill Vail Valley residents through the 5^th of July.  The weather is perfect, the competition is fierce and the stakes are high as America’s top lacrosse players show off their talent in the Vail Shootout. Touted as one of the premier lacrosse tournaments nationwide, the Vail Shootout hosts nearly 100 men’s and women’s team from all over the United States. The best of the best—including legends Gary and Paul Gait, the Powell brothers, and two players from Syracuse’s national championship team—always jump at the opportunity to play lacrosse in one of the most beautiful settings the US has to offer.  While games will take place all day throughout the week, the men’s and women’s elite championship games will be held on July 5^th at Ford Field.  Come and enjoy the fun, and let Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals be your resource for the most affordable lodging in the valley. We offer properties for families of all sizes. Check out our website at Vailskivacations.com and come celebrate the 4^th of July with us in Vail!

The Vail Shootout is just one of the many events taking place in Vail this summer. In fact, if lacrosse doesn’t interest you, there are certainly other attractions that will suit your preferences. The Vail community also hosts a variety of music festivals and other sporting events throughout the summer. However, what we all need is a little vacation and Vail is the perfect place to relax, kick back and enjoy the Colorado Mountains.

April real estate numbers indicate a good sign and a gradual boost in Vail’s market economy. Land Title Guarantee Company has published April’s numbers, which show that April is the second best month thus far both in dollar volume, $57,567,700, and in transactions, 54, since January 01, 2009. These numbers are down in comparison to April 2008 sales by about 58%.

Vail, CO is a high-worth destination market that will never be fully affected by the economic hardships that metropolitan areas are currently facing. There will always be word-class properties and high spenders to utilize them. Vail Ski Vacations.com would like to extend to each and every one of our clients beneficial information about an easy and affordable investment option called fractional ownership.

Fractional ownership is the newer, easier, and smarter version of owning a timeshare. Vail Ski Vacations.com—soon to be Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals.com—is a third party vacation rental company with a real estate division that specializes in fractional ownership. Owning a fraction of a whole property is an affordable way to invest without a super, over-the-top second mortgage. It allows you to enjoy your residence without the headache of keeping up with the property’s utility management. Fractional ownership is a smart investment—specifically in a short-term vacation rental market like Vail— because you will continually collect payments from the lodging provider who’s supplying your property to consumers within the rental market. Because fractional properties are typically luxury rentals, you will collect a certain amount of rental income on a yearly basis.

Fractional ownership is different from timeshares in many ways. Firstly, the value of your property can appreciate. Secondly, the property is a deeded interest, so you can will it down to family members, versus only being able to have it for 30 years (with no included property restoration). The hotel, condo association, or property management company that rents out the fraction of your ownership keep up with the property in the most prestigious fashion so down the road, those fractional properties will continue to sell and resell.

What you will typically find in timeshares is that property management companies don’t put any money into the restoration of the property so at the end of a long period the timeshare property essentially depreciates in value, thus losing its market of renters.

Fractional ownership is a smarter investment for all of our clients because the price point is much more affordable, while still allowing for growth potential in the investment area. Vail is the number one ski resort in North America, and resort towns like Vail are never going to go out of business. The ski lifts are always going to run. Winter enthusiasts will always make time and effort to ski Vail and other Colorado ski resorts. And real estate companies and rental providers will always see a return on their investments.

April’s real estate numbers indicate monetary exchange and growth within the real estate market, especially those properties averaging between $500,000 and $1,000,000 (33%). These percentages denote the perfect time to invest in a Fractional and/or Private Residence club, as it is best for buyers to purchase these residences during the earlier phases, before prices increase as the project reaches sell out.

Visit our real estate division at www.vbclp.com (Vail/ Beaver Creek Luxury Properties) to find the best offers on fractional properties in exclusive locations with ease of ownership, furnished residences, included maintenance and house-keeping, investment potential and second home ownership opportunities!

Never satisfied with remaining static, or complacent in this economy, VailSkiVacations.com and VailBeaverCreekLuxuryProperties.com are now expanding to encompass the Denver and Front Range.  This alluring market is void of a company that operates in our manner, and as such we made a calculated decision to expand operations.  Our expansion to Denver will be formulated under two subsidiaries, each offering outstanding customer service and a functional business model that enhances customer relationships.

Similar to our Vail Valley operations, LuxuryRentalsofDenver.com and LuxuryPropertiesofDenver.com will feature high end properties that are available for rent or for sale on the market.  Differentiating our company from our competition is certainly critical, and easily accomplished with our innovative business model.  Because our company operates as a hybrid of a travel agent and a property management company we have access to a large, diverse inventory of the area’s best properties.

This unprecedented access to booking a wide array of rentals ensures we offer highly competitive prices while matching you and your preferences to the perfect accommodations.  Independence from owning properties guarantees we present an unbiased practice to finding you lodging, resulting in better customer service and a great selection of properties.

Please check out our new websites for LuxuryRentalsofDenver.com and DenverLuxuryProperties.com to view our inventory and other information about this exciting market expansion!

Lately the skiing in Beaver Creek has been phenomenal, often overshadowed by Vail this mountain has smaller lift lines, great snow and a wide array of trails.  The mountain entertains in a truly unique manner, no luxury is too small, as they offer cookies after skiing, help with skis, escalators and more.

Complying with this standard, and in many ways raising it, is the luxury Park Hyatt Residences.  A fabulous hotel located in Beaver Creek Village these stunning accommodations offer guests quick access to Beaver Creek mountain and the village.  A number of amenities complement the hotel’s great interior, these include an ice rink, gourmet restaurants, and a swanky lounge.

VailSkiVacations.com, and our affiliates (LuxuryRentalsofDenver.com & LuxuryPropertiesofDenver.com) are proud to recommend the Park Hyatt Residences.  A great hotel in Beaver Creek Village this is prime lodging for families or large groups looking to enjoy both Beaver Creek’s amazing mountain and village.  Contact us at 1-877-411-8245 for further information related to this property, or comparable options.

Globally renowned, the Ritz Carlton Corporation sets elevated standards for customer service and luxurious lodging. As such, the company inspires a legion of followers who aim to replicate the Ritz Carlton’s award winning nature. Yet few can as the company excels on due to its employees, and the relationship it has developed with them. The intrinsic values of the Ritz Carlton assure employees of long time employment if they desire, and with lofty expectations of their staff the Ritz Carlton provides sound training.

The Ritz Carlton Club in Bachelor Gulch sets the pinnacle of luxury lodging in Beaver Creek quite high, but within minutes of arriving you’ll quickly see why. Valets and the front desk are friendly and attentive; don’t be alarmed if they know your name! From there your stay and level of satisfaction will only be elevated as the rooms and amenities surrounding you are world class. From smaller quaint 2 bedrooms to large suites the Ritz Carlton accommodates a wide array of living situations for guests.

Because of its prestigious and exclusive nature the Ritz Carlton is not the easiest place to book. This is where VailSkiVacations.com, and VailBeaverCreekLUxuryProperties.com come in! Both of our companies have a solid network of owners willing to rent through us, this ensures greater availability and an easy time booking. We do the work for you, yet it’s you and your guests enjoying the benefits!

Included in your stay are fabulous amenities including 6 daily lift tickets, 21,000 sq ft. spa and fitness center (Colorado’s only spa resort to win the coveted Mobil Four-Stars), 25 meter outdoor heated pool, six hot tubs throughout the resort, candlelit Grotto, fitness center with flat screens and DVD’s at every station, fitness, yoga, and Pilates classes, concierge, twice daily housekeeping, complimentary tea and coffee, wireless internet, fully equipped kitchen.

All of us at VailSkiVacations.com, VailBeaverCreekLuxuryProperties.com and our subsidiaries located in Denver (LuxuryRentalsofDenver.com and LuxuryPropertiesofDenver.com) are proud to work with you and the Ritz Carlton. Our collection of companies guarantee outstanding customer service, prompt assessment of your needs and high quality results.