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BROOMFIELD, Colo.– March 12, 2013–Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) is now offering skiers and snowboarders from across the country access to the most resorts, the greatest flexibility and the best value in their ski and ride vacation next winter with its industry-leading season pass line-up. New this year, the Epic 4-Day Pass allows skiers and riders to save up to 30 percent off of lift tickets when skiing or riding any four days of the season at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Resorts in Lake Tahoe at $349 for adults and $199 for children (ages 5-12).

BROOMFIELD, Colo.– March 6, 2013 – With Vail Resorts’ recent acquisition of Mt. Brighton, Michigan skiers and snowboarders can already look forward to next winter as the Company invests nearly $10 million in significant enhancements to the ski and ride experience and offers the greatest resort access and value in the snow sports industry on one season pass, the Epic Pass.

New for Next Season is the Epic 4-Day Pass at $349, Representing a 30-Percent off the Purchase Price of Lift Tickets

Epic Pass Also Includes an Extended Five Days of Free Skiing at Verbier Resort in Switzerland
BROOMFIELD, Colo.– March 12, 2013–Vail Resorts (NYSE: MTN) is now offering skiers and snowboarders from across the country access to the most resorts, the greatest flexibility and the best value in their ski and ride vacation next winter with its industry-leading season pass line-up. New this year, the Epic 4-Day Pass allows skiers and riders to save up to 30 percent off of lift tickets when skiing or riding any four days of the season at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Resorts in Lake Tahoe at $349 for adults and $199 for children (ages 5-12).

Vail Resorts is again offering the industry’s best-selling season pass—The Epic Pass—for the 2013-2014 winter season. The Epic Pass features eight world-class resorts across three states and access to 24,400 acres, 35 bowls and 31 terrain parks at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in California and Nevada at $689 for adults and $359 for children (ages 5-12). The Company has further enhanced the value of The Epic Pass by extending the number of days of free access to the legendary Verbier resort in Switzerland from three to five. Now, Epic Pass holders have the opportunity to extend their winter from the U.S. to Europe for the second consecutive year.

“We are thrilled to offer the new Epic 4-Day as part of Vail Resorts season pass line-up for the 2013-2014 winter season. The Epic 4-Day gives our guests the flexibility of one quick trip to any of eight world-class resorts in Colorado, California and Nevada and the peace of mind they can ski any four days of next season for the lowest price on lift tickets,” said Kirsten Lynch, executive vice president and chief marketing officer of Vail Resorts. “Vail Resorts’ season passes give our guests the ability to choose what pass product is right for them based on which resorts they prefer and how much they plan to ski and ride next season. We encourage all of our guests to purchase their passes in the spring to take advantage of the lowest guaranteed price for the next winter season.”

The following is a guide to help skiers and snowboarders choose the best season pass options for them, based on how much they plan to ski and ride. All passes are available for purchase at www.epicpass.com.

Ski or Snowboard Any Day of the Season for a Great Value
Vail Resorts also offers options for guests who don’t plan to ski or ride more than seven days next winter:
New this year, The Epic 4-Day™:Perfect for people who only plan to take one ski vacation. The Epic 4-Day at $349 for adults and $199 for children (ages 5-12) offers four unrestricted lift tickets for skiing and riding at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood and Arapahoe Basin. At the spring rate, the Epic 4-Day pays for itself in less than three days.

Epic 7-Day™: Perfect for people who don’t plan to ski more than seven days. The Epic 7-Day gives skiers and snowboarders a total of seven unrestricted days of skiing at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood, plus Arapahoe Basin, anytime during the season at $529 for adults and $269 for children (ages 5-12). At this spring rate, the Epic 7-Day pays for itself in just over four days.

Take Multiple Ski Vacations Out West Throughout the Winter Season for a Great Value
The Epic Pass™: Ski as much as you want, whenever you want at $689 for adults and $359 for children (ages 5-12). Unlimited skiing or riding at nine resorts including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin and now Eldora in Colorado and Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in Lake Tahoe. New this year, the Epic Pass also comes with five free days of skiing or riding at the renowned Verbier Resort in Switzerland. No restrictions. At this spring rate, the Epic Pass pays for itself in just over five days.

The Epic Local Pass™: Perfect for people who can navigate a few more restrictions on their winter vacation. The Epic Local Pass at $529 for adults and $269 for children (ages 5-12) offers unlimited and unrestricted skiing at Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin with limited restrictions at Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood. The Epic Local Pass also includes 10 days at Vail and Beaver Creek with holiday restrictions. At this spring rate, the Epic Local Pass pays for itself in just over four days.

Pay $49 Down Now and Lock in The Lowest Price Available
Vail Resorts is making it as easy as possible for guests to lock in the lowest guaranteed pass prices with a $49 down payment now and the remaining balance due in mid-September 2013. The lowest guaranteed 2013-2014 season pass prices are only available through April 14, 2013.

Season Pass Insurance Option: Protect Your Pass Investment in the Event of Unexpected Circumstances
Vail Resorts encourages guests to purchase pass insurance. All of the Company’s season pass products are non-refundable and non-transferrable; however, pass insurance covers pass holders in the event of unexpected circumstances including sickness, injury and job loss. Pass insurance is $20 for adults and $10 for children (ages 5-12). Coverage applies for all season passes and the Epic 7-Day and Epic 4-Day valid for the 2013-2014 ski season.

For more information about Vail Resorts’ season passes or to purchase a pass online, visit www.epicpass.com.

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About Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN)
Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resorts of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Afton Alps in Minnesota and Mt. Brighton in Michigan; and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is www.vailresorts.comand consumer website is www.snow.com.
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About Vail Resorts
Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resorts of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Afton Alps in Minnesota and Mt. Brighton in Michigan; and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is www.vailresorts.com and consumer website is www.snow.com.