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Fact Sheet & BiosRockResorts Fact Sheet ~ Executive BiosOverview: RockResorts is a collection of luxury resorts in stunning natural locations, featuring award-winning dining, state-of-the-art RockResorts Spas™ and fitness centers, world-renowned golf courses and a variety of outdoor activities ranging from skiing and sleigh rides in winter to fly fishing and golf in summer. Each property incorporates indigenous flavor into every guest experience, and is influenced by a strong connection to the natural habitat. RockResorts, with corporate offices in Broomfield, Colo., has an award-winning portfolio, including diverse four and five diamond hotels in five states. In recent years, the brand has garnered top accolades from publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and DEPARTURES. History: RockResorts was originally created in 1956 by Laurance S. Rockefeller, with the development of Caneel Bay on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Other resorts formerly branded under the RockResorts identity include Little Dix on Virgin Gorda, The Lodge at Koele, Manele Bay on the Hawaiian island of Lanai, The Mauna Kea on the Big Island, Kapalua Bay Hotel on Maui, The Hyatt Dorado Beach, Cerromar Beach in Puerto Rico, The Woodstock Inn in Vermont, and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Wyoming. The Rockefeller family sold the brand in 1986 and the brand remained dormant for several years. Vail Resorts, Inc., a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN), acquired and re-launched the luxury destination brand in December 2001. Key Executives: Stan Brown, executive vice president and chief operating officer of RockResorts and Vail Resorts Hospitality Corporate Headquarters: RockResorts Locations: The RockResorts collection features casually elegant resorts in four U.S. states. The RockResorts portfolio includes:
RockResorts Spa™: Laurance Rockefeller’s philosophy of living in balance with nature and the universe provided the foundation for the introduction of RockResorts Spas™ into RockResorts. RockResorts Spas™ continue to incorporate this philosophy into their daily operations by inviting guests to embark upon their own journey of celebration of our environment. Each visit to an RockResorts Spa™ envelops a guest with indigenous treatments and comforting surroundings that allow guests to further their connection with the Earth, while sheltered from the chaos of the outside world. Each spa pays homage to its surroundings through signature treatments that incorporate indigenous products in creative formats. The following RockResorts feature a RockResorts Spa™:
Dining: A meal at a RockResort is a full sensory experience that reflects its surroundings with gourmet artistry. At each signature restaurant, a dedication to quality is paramount, resulting in countless AAA Four Diamond Award winners and nods from ZAGAT Survey. From savoring succulent elk at Keystone Ranch, to discovering Fuego underneath the stars at La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, to enjoying Colorado trout at Wildflower at The Lodge at Vail, a unique dining experience is always guaranteed. Sports & Outdoor Activities: RockResorts celebrates its connection to nature and offers a wealth of activities for guests and their families to enjoy. From cycling, whitewater rafting, skiing, golf, and tennis, to horseback riding and exploring state and national parks, there is never a dull moment for guests and their families with RockResorts. Conferences & Special Events: All RockResorts offer facilities for a wide range of events, from corporate retreats and annual meetings, to family reunions and weddings. On-site planners are available to arrange every detail, including full-service catering and audio/visual equipment. Guests are treated to unequaled experiences, such as Jeep driving tours in Colorado, and the Grand Dynamics eco-tourism excursions in Jackson Hole. Weddings & Honeymoons: Weddings and honeymoons at RockResorts are a true pleasure. For large traditional ceremonies or small intimate weddings, RockResorts provides a variety of destinations and services to suit each couple. Whether it’s atop a mountain in Jackson Hole or in a small adobe-like village in Santa Fe, couples will be ensured a magical experience. RockResorts’ "complimentary honeymoon" program is an added incentive for couples starting their journey together. Golf: RockResorts provides unrivaled access to golf courses by world-class designers, including Tom Fazio, Rees Jones, Greg Norman, and Arnold Palmer. The accolades include one of Golf Digest’s Top 75 courses in the country and some of the highest-rated courses regionally. Guests of both The Lodge at Vail, The Pines Lodge, and The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera have exclusive access to The Red Sky Golf Club, featuring two championship courses designed by Tom Fazio and Greg Norman. In the company of some of the most prestigious golf courses in America, both courses were ranked in the Top 100 golf courses to play in the United States in the September 2004 issue of Golf Magazine. At The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera, golf enthusiasts can take advantage of three championship golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Hale Irwin, and Tom Fazio, as well as a Dave Pelz Par-3 Short Course. Keystone Lodge in Colorado offers guests access to two of the state's finest courses: The River Course at Keystone and the Keystone Ranch Course. In Wyoming, guests can play at the Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club while staying at the Snake River Lodge & Spa. Ski: RockResorts includes luxury resorts located in several of the country’s top ski destinations. Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, ski biking, and more await guests at The Lodge at Vail, The Pines Lodge in Beaver Creek, and Keystone Lodge, all situated in the heart of Colorado's premier ski resorts. The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera features a full Nordic center with 17 miles of maintained trails. La Posada de Santa Fe is a 40-minute drive from New Mexico’s Taos ski resort. Hotel Jerome provides convenient access to Aspen Mountain's Silver Queen Gondola. The Snake River Lodge & Spa in Teton Village, Wyoming, is located at the base of the Jackson Hole ski area and is Jackson Hole’s first AAA Four Diamond Award winning ski-in hotel. Media Contact Information: |
