Even from a glance, it’s easy to see how this place lures people in. It’s stunning, friendly, happens to be home to the largest ski mountain ... down. From world-class skiing to luxury ...

But retail and rental revenue is down. Decent snow was a boon for early season skiing, according to Vail CEO Kirsten ... in Colorado did keep people away from the mountains. Late-season storms ...

But it’s just late September here in Vail, Colorado ... around those lineal bald patches on Vail Mountain, ski and snowboard season is in the air. People here talk about what’s to come ...

Want to keep up with the best stories and photos in skiing ... slope experience meets the endless powder of the Hintertux Glacier,” said Bill Rock, President of Vail Resorts’ Mountain Division.