Hey Y’all,
I recently had the privilege to spend a few incredible days in Aspen at The Little Nell, which I might add is an incredible resort that pays attention to detail in every sense of the word.
Image via http://www.thelittlenell.com/
Settled at the base of the mountain, you really could not ask for a better location to stay in Aspen. Not only is it easy to walk around Aspen because it is so quaint and charming of a town, but from The Little Nell you can hop right on the ski slopes if it is in fact ski season or take the gondola up to the top of the mountain for lunch and take in the stunning views.
We were fortunate enough on our first night there to have dinner at the top of the mountain while enjoying a few different bands from Elan Artists and a delicious meal from the The Nell‘s chef who created culinary magic.
On our second night, we ventured down the mountain to the Ajax Tavern for amazing food, an impromptu bocce ball tournament and lots of wine. Beyond the fine dining, for anyone planning to get married in Aspen, or thinking of a mountain wedding, I highly suggest checking out the breathtaking views (click here for Little Nell wedding testimonials).
The view alone is worth millions and the Nell has a few special places for the ceremony, as well as the reception, all right there for the perfect wedding.
Image of Little Nell Suite via http://www.thelittlenell.com/Aspen-Hotel-Rooms-and-Suites/The-Little-Nell-Suite
Also, the rooms at the Nell are incredibly comfortable and spacious, I slept like a log. I don’t think that there is much more you can ask for in a room when traveling.
In addition to awesome accommodations, our days were packed full of fun, and there are plenty of things to do while in Aspen. I have to admit that the highlight of the trip would have to be the white water rafting trip we took with Blazing Paddles.
The two hours floating down the rapids were a complete blast and I would be open to doing that everyday if possible. Unfortunately, we barely get rain in Los Angeles, so I am not sure a daily rafting trip would even be possible.
Our last day in Aspen we went fly fishing, something I had never done before, but I caught seven fish, so I must have some sort of beginners luck. As you can see from the pictures we were prepared for the elements, but at the stocked ponds where we went fishing, the waders were not necessary other than for an awesome photo op. The only time we got in the water was for the picture. Also, all seven of the fish I caught were released back into the ponds.
Image of Sundeck Wedding at The Little Nell via http://www.thelittlenell.com/Information/Photo-Gallery
Winter or summer, Aspen is stunning and has something for everyone to do. I can’t understand why anyone would not want to go there all the time. I am addicted and will be back!
-Brian
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