The Hustle Daily Show How Vail Resorts made skiing more popular – and profitable – than ever
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Feb 11, 2024 Exploring the success and expansion of Vail Resorts, the podcast discusses the profitability of ski resorts amidst rising costs and shrinking snowfall. It highlights Vail's strategies of acquiring smaller resorts, increasing ticket prices, and maintaining high skier numbers. The podcast also explores the impact of Vail Resorts on the skiing industry, including increased lift lines, longer ski weeks, and affordability. It emphasizes the recent surge in sales at ski resorts and the current flourishing state of the ski business.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Growth of Ski Resorts, Environmental Controversies, and the Introduction of the Epic Pass
03:21 • 5min
Changing the Skiing Landscape with Multi-Resort Passes
08:19 • 2min
The Impact of Vail Resorts on Skiing and the Rise of Indie Resorts
09:54 • 3min
The Increase in Sales and Popularity of Ski Resorts
12:55 • 3min