THE OMNI MOUNT WASHINGTON RESORT USHERS IN SKI SEASON 2010-2011 WITH NEW DEVELOPMENTS FROM BASE TO PEAK

Thirty additional gladed acres, new resort renovations, special offers and a host of seasonal activities forecast a fantastic ski season at award-winning resort.

BRETTON WOODS, N.H. – The Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, is kicking off ski season 2010-2011 with new developments on the slopes, new renovations at the resort, special savings and a host of seasonal activities across every elevation. Located in New Hampshire’s largest ski area – including the east’s highest peak – the Omni Mount Washington Resort will be warming the hearts of winter adventurers and family travelers alike.

New Gladed Acres: Skiers and snowboarders will be delighted to find the Bretton Woods ski area is bigger and better than ever with the recent addition of 30 gladed acres on Mt. Stickney. The first development in a long-awaited expansion of Mt. Stickney, the new glades offer a classic New England “back-country experience,” with a long traverse off the “Two Miles Home” ski trail. The glades access a variety of terrain riddled with secret powder stashes, sharp tree chutes and the classic manicured glade skiing for which Bretton Woods has long been renowned. With the 30 additional acres, the Bretton Woods ski area now adds up to 464 skiable acres, with 102 trails and glades dressed with 200+ inches of annual snowfall on average.

A Wealth of Winter Activities: Travelers can look forward to numerous winter activities in the snow-covered expanse surrounding the Omni Mount Washington Resort. Try skiing and snowshoeing over 100 kilometers of trails amid three distinct, interconnected trail systems, with rentals available at the Bretton Woods Nordic Center. The enormously popular Bretton Woods Canopy Tour runs year-round, with ten zip lines soaring through the trees and a descent of more than 1,100 feet of elevation. Resort and public guests alike can take advantage of the attractive “Zip and Ski” ticket which includes a full day of Bretton Woods skiing and a Canopy Tour pass from just $129. New this year are the “Ski & Spa” offer for $129 including a half day ski ticket and 50-minute spa treatment, and the “Zip & Spa” including a Canopy Tour and 50-minute spa treatment for $140.

The faint and not-so-faint of heart can sample everything from ice skating onsite; ice climbing with experienced guides from the International Mountain Climbing School; snow tubing over hills of packed powder; dog sledding through the wilderness; sleigh and carriage rides and more.

New Resort Renovations: Whatever their experience on the mountains, guests will find a warm welcome at the historic property that is heading into winter fresh from the latest phase of a comprehensive, $60 million expansion and renovation. All guest rooms, suites and corridors of the Omni Mount Washington Hotel have been spruced up with new color schemes, wall coverings and artwork. Several casual dining venues have been re-conceived, including The Cave –an original Prohibition Era speakeasy, now dressed up in a classic English style – and Stickneys, a newly designed pub-style steakhouse appealing to the American sportsman in all of us. Family-style diners will enjoy Fabyan’s Station set in a former train station arrayed with vintage railroad art and faux-train track flooring. The 1,400 square-foot Family Suite was also added, complete with a living room, fireplace and two separate children’s rooms.

The resort’s reputation as a cold weather hotspot is well-established, with recognition including placement among the “Top 50 Ski Hotels” for the Omni Mount Washington Hotel from Condé Nast Traveler (‘04, ’05, ’07, ’09); one of the “Top 5 in the East” for weather, grooming, snow, service, scenery and family programs from SKI Magazine (’06-’09); and an Editor’s Choice for the “Best Zipline Experience” for the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour from Yankee Magazine in 2010.

Enjoy a winter getaway and minimum $136 nightly savings with the Stay Here, Ski Free Package at the Omni Mount Washington Resort. Package includes: Luxury resort accommodations and two ski lift tickets at the famed Bretton Woods ski area. Rates start from $199 per night based on double occupancy through April 15, 2011. Meal plans may also be added, and additional lift tickets are available upon arrival at the resort guest discount price.
For more information or to make reservations at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, guest can call 1-800-The-Omni or visit omnimountwashingtonresort.com.

About the Omni Mount Washington Resort
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is part of the Omni Hotels family, which creates compelling, memorable guest experiences by tempting the senses in innovative ways, surrounding them with a balanced blend of scents, sounds, sights, textures and tastes. The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an all-season resort destination in New Hampshire located at the base of Mount Washington and surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest. In September 2009, Omni Hotels began management of the property, which is now home to the Omni Mount Washington Hotel, site of the International Monetary Conference of 1944, and Bretton Woods, New Hampshire’s largest ski area. With the completion of a $60 million refurbishment and expansion completed in 2010, the resort unveiled the restored 18-hole Mount Washington Golf Course, a new 25,000-square-foot Spa, 20,000-square-foot Conference Center, 1,400-square-foot Family Suite, outdoor pool complex and renovated guestrooms, lobby and public spaces. The new Bretton Woods Canopy Tour was also added to the resort’s list of amenities, which includes top-rated Alpine and Nordic skiing, 27 holes of championship golf and a full slate of additional seasonal activities. A variety of lodging, dining and activities is offered year-round, along with many traditional and cultural events. For more information, visit the omnimountwashingtonresort.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

About Omni Hotels & Resorts
Omni Hotels & Resorts creates genuine, authentic guest experiences that take guests on “A Total Departure” to 47 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each Omni showcases the local flavor of the destination while featuring four-diamond services, signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique wellness options. Known for its award-winning, personalized service, Omni leaves a lasting impression with every customer interaction, with a heightened level of recognition and rewards delivered through its Select Guest loyalty program and the company’s “Power of One” associate empowerment program. The brand is frequently recognized by top consumer research organizations such as J.D. Power and Associates, which ranked Omni as “Highest in Guest Satisfaction Among Upscale Hotel Chains” in its 2010 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study(SM).

To get additional information or book accommodations, visit omnihotels.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

Midweek Canopy Tour Sale!

Monday thru Friday, September 7 - 17, 2010, fly with us on the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour for just $99 - but ONLY if you mention that you saw this on the Bretton Woods blog!

Call 603-278-4ZIP (4947) for reservations.

Offer only valid for Monday-Friday tours between Tuesday, September 7th and Friday, September 17th, 2010.

Learn more about the Canopy Tour here, some physical and age restrictions do apply.

Daily photo 10/1: First Snow!

The first group out on Bretton Woods Canopy Tour at Omni Mount Washington Resort got a nice greeting of snow flurries as they arrived at the top of the course this morning. By the time they finished their tour, the sun was peaking through the clouds!

Daily photo 9/29: Autumn at Bretton Woods

The Canopy Tour at Bretton Woods is a great way to see the autumn colors this fall. Today, the sun was illuminating the tapestry of colored trees below this zipliner.

Daily photo 9/24: In for a landing!

After zipping across the longest zip line on the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, this happy guest came in for a smooth landing. What a ride!

September 5, 2009, the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour introduces sunset tours!

These evening tours will start at 5:00p and 5:30p on September 5th (rain date, September 6th), and will offer guests the thrilling experience of zipping through the trees during the early evening hours, concluding with the moonrise over The Mount Washington Hotel.

The cost for these Sunset Tours is $149 per person or $139 per person for Mount Washington Resort guests, and includes light refreshments. Participants must have previous Bretton Woods Canopy Tour experience, be mentally prepared for zipping in the dark and be willing to accept the challenges this unique experience will present. A pre-tour interview will be requested during the reservation process. All tours require advanced reservations and normal tour parameters apply. Please call 603.278.4ZIP (4947) full details - space is limited! Visit the Canopy Tour section of www.MountWashingtonResort.com for more information about the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour.

(Correction 8/28: these tours will take place on September 5th only, with September 6th as a rain or other postponement date. We apologize for any confusion.)

New Video: A great introduction to what the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour is all about!

Check out the latest video of the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour here at Mount Washington Resort! This very popular tour is taking reservations 7 days per week, so call to reserve your spaces today! 603.278.4ZIP (4947) Click here to view the video.

Daily Photo 8/20: Bretton Woods is better than Bermuda!

On the first Bretton Woods Canopy Tour of the day, this group was treated to spectacular views and comfortable temperatures. Some members of the group seemed quite happy not to be hanging out in their home on Bermuda, with Bill planning to visit sometime in the next day or so.

Daily Photo 8/8: All smiles on the Williwaw Racing Zip!

It was all smiles as a small group from the Littleton, NH Boy Scouts visited Bretton Woods today to check out the Williwaw Racing Zip! Looks like it meets with his approval!

The Lodge - the economical, often-forgotten lodging property here at Mount Washington Resort

Located just across the street from the driveway to NH's iconic Mount Washington Hotel, The Lodge is a simpler, more basic alternative lodging option right here in Bretton Woods. The Lodge offers easy access via resort shuttle service to the Hotel, Bretton Woods alpine skiing center, the Bretton Woods Nordic Center and the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, and all of the other fun activities here in the North Country, like Santa's Village and Story Land, are just a short drive from the resort. Check it out!

Independence Day weekend is upon us! The BW Canopy Tour still has space available, but make your reservation today!

Join us this Independence Day weekend for a trip down the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour! Space is still available!

• Friday, 7/3: limited spaces available
• Saturday, 7/4: several spaces available
• Sunday, 7/5: several spaces available

But don't wait too long - call 603.278.4ZIP (4947) or 800.314.1752 to make your reservations today!

Independence Day weekend is coming right up! The BW Canopy Tour still has space available, but don't miss out-make your reservation today!

Join us Independence Day weekend for a trip down the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour! Space is still available, so call 603.278.4ZIP (4947) today!

A great new Bretton Woods Canopy Tour video, produced by our good friend, @megsimone. Check it out!

Be sure to check out a great new video of the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, shot by Resort friend, Meg Simone (@megsimone and http://www.megsimone.com). Looks like a blast - make your reservation today! 603.278.4ZIP (4947)

Father's Day is coming right up, and Dads fly free on the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour!

Treat Dad to a complimentary Canopy Tour on June 21st with the purchase of
an accompanying full-price ticket! Space is limited, so call 603.278.4ZIP
(4947) for full details and reservations today!

It's going to be a great weekend to be outside! Lots to do here at Mount Washington Resort, so come on up and join us!

Partly to mostly sunny skies and comfortable temperatures are in the forecast for Bretton Woods, NH this weekend, which makes it a great time to join us for a trip on the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, a round or two of golf, some hiking on the plethora of fantastic trails right in our backyard or even some fishing on our local rivers, ponds and lakes. It's a great time to be in Northern New England! Visit www.MountWashingtonResort.com for all the details!

Bretton Woods Canopy Tour - Meghan's Bachelorette Party - Daily Photo 5/22

The bride to be, Meghan (orange shirt), and her friends from Ipswich, MA are
psyched to be celebrating her bachelorette party today at Bretton Wood's
Canopy Tour. To all the Best Men and Maids of Honor out there - come join
the adventure and set up your canopy tour for your wedding party by calling
603.278.4ZIP (4947)!

Spring Has Sprung! It's a beautiful day to take a Canopy Tour! Not sure what that is? Check it out!

The winter skiing and riding season has ended here at Bretton Woods, but the best season for Canopy Tours is just beginning! Never heard of one? Never tried one? Visit www.MountWashingtonResort.com/canopytour to learn all about the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour and the Williwaw Racing Zip.

The Canopy Tour is open daily, year round, and is excepting reservations now at 603.278.4ZIP (4947).