Lost and Found

24 Hours in the Final Search for Michelle Vanek

On September 24, 2005, a young mother from Denver disappeared near the summit of Mount of the Holy Cross. On October 10, 2024, a Vail Mountain Rescue Group search dog helped finally bring her home. This is how it happened.

09/24/2025 By Ted Katauskas Photography by Ted Katauskas

Dine

West Vail's Grand Hyatt Is Working on Its Golf Game

A private dining room for golf lovers, with a multicourse menu.

08/05/2025 By Amanda M. Faison

Vibe

The Town of Vail Finds a Home for Visual Arts

After two decades, a dedicated space opens on Ford Park's lower beach.

07/29/2025 By kelly j. hayes

Style Counsel

Cocktail Couture

Sip, sparkle, and shine in alpine elegance.

07/22/2025 Photography by Brent Bingham Styled by Jennifer Weintraub With Olivia Maine

Person of Interest

Meet the First American Woman to Conquer All 8,000-Meter Peeks

Longtime Vail resident Tracee Metcalfe has never shied away from doing hard stuff.

07/15/2025 By as told to Devon O’Neil

Village Talk

Vail Real Estate Superlatives

Spendiest, largest, and tiniest.

07/08/2025