Alterra Mountain Company Elevates Guest Experience Through New Partnership with Ship Skis

Denver, CO, December 28, 2023– Ship Skis and Alterra Mountain Company have entered into a new partnership for the 23/24 season. Ship Skis is now available as an exclusive benefit of the Alterra Mountain Company’s North American destinations, exclusive at two of its premier properties: Steamboat in Colorado and Deer Valley in Utah. Ikon Pass holders will also have access to the service and benefits. This collaboration aims to redefine the guest experience by providing a seamless and convenient solution for transporting ski equipment, snowboards, and luggage from guests’ homes directly to the resort, ensuring visitors can focus on enjoying their time on the slopes without the airport hassles.

Alterra Mountain Company's commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences aligns with Ship Skis' dedication to simplifying travel logistics for vacationers. Together, the journey to Alterra and Ikon Pass destinations can be as enjoyable as the stay.

Guests of Alterra Mountain Company destinations can take advantage of Ship Skis' hassle-free shipping services to transport their ski equipment, snowboards, and luggage directly to the resort. This eliminates the need to lug cumbersome gear through airports, allowing for a smooth and stress-free journey from door to destination.

“We believe your adventure should start the moment you leave your house,” said Jonathan Marsico, Ship Skis’ CEO and co-founder. “Our partnership with Alterra Mountain Company is more than a collaboration; it's a commitment to revolutionizing your vacations from start to finish.”

Some key benefits of the partnership include:

• Door-to-Door Convenience: Guests can schedule their ski equipment to be picked up from their home or office and delivered directly to their accommodations at Alterra Mountain Company destinations.
• Time-Saving Efficiency: By bypassing the traditional check-in process and wait at baggage claim for oversized luggage at airports, guests can save valuable time and focus on making the most of their days on the slopes.
• Expert Handling: Ship Skis is the industry leader in the transportation of ski equipment and luggage. Guests can expect the utmost reliability with Ship Skis’ on-time delivery guarantee and real-time tracking features.

As part of this collaboration, Ikon Pass holders will also enjoy an exclusive discount on Ship Skis services – a new benefit for the 23/24 season.

“Alterra Mountain Company’s partnership with Ship Skis reflects a dedication to meeting the evolving needs of today's travelers by offering a seamless solution for transporting their winter gear to their favorite winter destination,” said Ryan Blanchard Vice President,  Brand Partnerships. “Our destinations, such as Steamboat and Deer Valley, are poised to deliver an even more memorable and stress-free winter vacation for guests.”

About Alterra Mountain Company
Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, the company has brought together some of the world’s most aspirational brands, including: Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio are Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada, Aspenware, the ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, the global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery. For more information, please visit www.alterramtn.co.

About Ikon Pass
The Ikon Pass welcomes skiers and riders to a community of inspiring mountain destinations and the people who live and play among them across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Brought to you by Alterra Mountain Company, the Ikon Pass unlocks adventure at iconic and unique destinations including Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park, Copper Mountain Resort, Arapahoe Basin, and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley in California; Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming; Big Sky Resort in Montana; Alyeska Resort in Alaska; Stratton, Sugarbush Resort, and Killington in Vermont; Windham Mountain in New York; Snowshoe in West Virginia; The Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan; Crystal Mountain and The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Sun Valley and Schweitzer in Idaho; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; SkiBig3 in Alberta, Canada; Revelstoke Mountain Resort, RED Mountain, Cypress Mountain, Panorama Mountain Resort and Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia, Canada; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine; Loon Mountain in New Hampshire; Camelback Resort and Blue Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania; Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico; Deer Valley Resort, Solitude Mountain Resort, Brighton Resort, Alta Ski Area, Snowbird and Snowbasin in Utah; Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley in France, Dolomiti Superski in Italy, Grandvalira Resorts Andorra in Andorra, Kitzbühel in Austria, Zermatt in Switzerland; Thredbo and Mt Buller in Australia; Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Mt Hutt in New Zealand; Niseko United and Arai Snow Resort in Japan, and Valle Nevado in Chile. Special offers are available at CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures, the world’s largest heli-skiing and heli-accessed hiking operation. For more information, please visit www.ikonpass.com.

About Ship Skis
Ship Skis is a hassle-free, worldwide delivery service for your skis, snowboard, and luggage designed to eliminate the stress of carrying, checking, and claiming baggage at the airport. From the peaks of Whistler to the slopes of Europe or any of their 3,500+ partnered facilities, Ship Skis simplifies your travels to and from home. Just pack, ship, and shred, as their door-to-door service seamlessly transports your winter gear from your home or office to your destination. All shipments come with complimentary insurance, real-time tracking notifications, and guaranteed on-time delivery so you can travel with unparalleled ease. For more information, please visit www.shipskis.com.