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Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Vail.

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Travel videos

Yellow Productions

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Yellow Productions is a YouTube travel channel focused on travel guides, hotel reviews, restaurant reviews, and travel gear.

This Vail hotel review video gives a practical look at the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort & Spa, including the grounds and a two-queen room.

Travel articles & blogs

ViaTravelers
Travel guide

ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site focused on structured destination guides and practical trip-planning comparisons. Their Vail travel guide offers a well-rounded overview of the ski resort town, from alpine scenery and outdoor activities to upscale amenities and arts coverage.

ViaTravelers: Vail

Read the guide at viatravelers.com/destinations/vail/.

viatravelers.com/destinations/vail/

Ciao Bambino
Travel guide

Ciao Bambino is a family travel agency and travel site with planning content and destination-focused posts for family vacations. Their Vail destination collection is a strong fit for families looking for expert posts and planning support around a mountain vacation.

Ciao Bambino: Vail

Read the guide at ciaobambino.com/blog_destinations/north-america/usa/colorado/vail.

ciaobambino.com/blog_destinations/north-america/usa/colorado/vail

The Points Guy
Travel guide

The Points Guy is a travel, loyalty, aviation, hotel, credit-card, and points publication focused on travel logistics and value. Their first-timer's guide to visiting Vail is practical for understanding the Colorado ski town and the basics of planning an initial trip.

The Points Guy: Visiting Vail

Read the guide at thepointsguy.com/airline/visiting-vail/.

thepointsguy.com/airline/visiting-vail/

Trekaroo
Travel guide

Trekaroo is a family travel community and planning resource built around parent-written guides, reviews, itineraries, and trip advice. Their summer Vail guide is especially helpful for families comparing hiking, biking, rafting, fishing, food, and lodging ideas in one place.

Trekaroo: 17 Fun Things To Do In Vail In Summer

Read the guide at blog.trekaroo.com/17-fun-things-to-do-in-vail-in-summer/.

blog.trekaroo.com/17-fun-things-to-do-in-vail-in-summer/

A Broken Backpack
Travel guide

A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog covering independent travel, trip tips, and destination guides. Their winter Vail guide combines seasonal travel tips with activity ideas for solo travelers, couples, and families.

A Broken Backpack: Things To Do In Vail Winter

Read the guide at abrokenbackpack.com/things-to-do-in-vail-winter/.

abrokenbackpack.com/things-to-do-in-vail-winter/

Adventurous Kate
Travel guide

Adventurous Kate is a solo female travel blog focused on practical advice, destination inspiration, and first-person travel writing. Her Vail, Colorado story makes a thoughtful case for the town as a summer destination through personal travel writing rather than a broad planning guide.

Adventurous Kate: Vail Colorado Better In The Summer

Read the guide at adventurouskate.com/vail-colorado-better-in-the-summer/.

adventurouskate.com/vail-colorado-better-in-the-summer/

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