Wyndham Expands Presence in Steamboat Springs, CO
Company expands resort offering in the popular mountain destination
NOVEMBER 19, 2008. Wyndham Vacation Ownership adds to its portfolio of resorts in Colorado with the opening of Wyndham Vacation Resorts Steamboat Springs and the expansion of its established WorldMark Steamboat Springs property. These additions to the company's FairShare Plus by Wyndham and WorldMark, The Club portfolios add 142 units to the popular resort complex. Located in Ski Town, U.S.A.(R), the company's Steamboat complex is within minutes of the area's numerous ski slopes, trails and hot springs.
'Steamboat Springs is one of only a few destinations where we have established resorts under both our WorldMark by Wyndham and Wyndham Vacation Resorts brands, which demonstrates the popularity of this destination among our more than 800,000 owner families,' said Gary Byrd, executive vice president, Hospitality Services, Wyndham Vacation Ownership. 'We're thrilled to expand our presence in one of the most renowned ski areas for families in the country.'
The new Wyndham Vacation Resorts Steamboat Springs' design reflects the character of the area by incorporating rustic wood elements and deep earth tones throughout the interiors of the mountain-themed resort. The resort includes a mix of 71 spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom units in addition to two- and three-bedroom Presidential units. The WorldMark Steamboat Springs expansion features its own unique design and also includes 71 one-, two- and three-bedroom traditional units as well as two- and three-bedroom Penthouse and Presidential units. The beautifully appointed units at both resorts include such amenities as a full kitchen, living room, entertainment center and gas fireplace.
The complex includes a number of amenities for owners to share. After a day of skiing the surrounding slopes, mountain biking on nearby trails or rafting the Yampa River, owners and their guests can relax in the resort complex's lounge area, game room, steam room, sauna, outdoor spas and indoor and outdoor pools. For those looking for even more active adventures on site, the complex has an arcade, sports court and playground to enjoy.
Situated in the heart of skiing country, Steamboat Springs is a year-round destination with the tradition of the Western United States matched with beautiful scenery and numerous outdoor activities. Recently named the '#1 Family Ski Resort in the West' by SKI Magazine, Steamboat Springs is an ideal destination for skiing, tubing, snowmobiling and snowboarding as well as hiking, mountain biking and fly fishing. Visitors can explore several natural hot springs throughout the area or, for a change of pace, visit the town's charming shops and restaurants.
Including both resorts in Steamboat Springs, Wyndham Vacation Ownership now has five resorts located across Colorado. The Steamboat Springs properties join resorts in Durango, Estes Park and Pagosa Springs.
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