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PARK CITY, Utah (Jan. 26, 2022) – Stein Eriksen Lodge, Utah’s only Forbes Five-Star resort and spa, earned the distinguished title of “United States’ Best Ski Hotel” in the 9th annual World Ski Awards. 

The World Ski Awards is the only global initiative to recognize, reward, and celebrate excellence in ski tourism. Their purpose is to bring the industry closer together, thereby inspiring innovation, local growth and prosperity. Ski industry professionals and ski consumers voted this past fall to determine which ski organizations are leading their respective fields, ultimately designating the Lodge the nation’s best ski hotel of 15 U.S. finalists. 

“Having our industry peers and loyal guests vote Stein Eriksen Lodge this year’s U.S. Best Ski Hotel is the highest honor,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We are incredibly grateful for our staff who continue to provide unparalleled service, and thankful to our skiing audience for placing their trust in us.” 

Located mid-mountain at the world-renowned Deer Valley Resort, Stein Eriksen Lodge has been awarded U.S. Best Ski Hotel in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. In addition to the prestigious United States’ Best Ski Hotel and World's Best Ski Hotel awards from the Ski Oscars, Stein Eriksen Lodge is also Utah's only Forbes Five-Star resort and spa. The Lodge also ranks highly as a World's Best Hotel from Travel + Leisure and from Condé Nast Traveler's Reader’s Choice Awards, Gold List and Top 40 Resorts in the Western U.S. List. It has been named among Forbes Magazine's Top Ten Best Ski Resorts in North America, as well as accolades from Resorts & Great Hotels, Zagat, DiRoNA, Santé, and Wine Spectator, among many others.

World Ski Awards is the sister organization of World Travel Awards™, currently celebrating its 28th anniversary. For more information about Stein Eriksen Lodge’s accolades, please contact Jeannie Lambert at (435) 604-2793 or jlambert@steinlodge.com. Additional information about Stein Collection can be found at www.steincollection.com.

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About Stein Eriksen Lodge           

The World’s Best Ski Hotel and Forbes Five-Star Hotel and Spa, Stein Eriksen Lodge is one of America's premier resorts. One of the most accessible mountain destinations in North America and an official resort of Lincoln, the Lodge provides guests with the ultimate year-round luxury destination, offering world-class hospitality, accommodations, fine dining, meeting facilities, spa services, recreation, and luxury Lincoln car services. Stein Eriksen Lodge was named to Conde Nast Traveler's 2021 REaders Choice Awards, and was a finalist in the Best Full-Service Hotel category in the 2020 Park City’s Best Awards. For more information, visit the Lodge’s website at www.steinlodge.com.

About World Ski Awards

Launched in 2012 as the sister event to the World Travel Awards (WTA), World Ski Awards is the first ever global initiative to celebrate and reward excellence in the ski hospitality industry. World Travel Awards was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward, and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry. Today, the WTA brand is recognized globally as the ultimate hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark to which all others aspire. The WTA annual program is regarded as the most prestigious and comprehensive in the travel and tourism industry. 

PARK CITY, Utah (Dec. 21, 2021) – The Forbes Five-Star Stein Eriksen Lodge names Jackie Adragna, a veteran hospitality professional who has been in the industry for the last 25 years, as the new Vice President of Human Resources, effective immediately.  

“We’re thrilled to welcome Jackie to lead our human resources team,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “Jackie brings an ambitious vision to create an environment and culture for our staff to enjoy the same Five-Star luxury experience we provide our guests every single day.” 

Originally from New York, Adragna started her career in Food & Beverage operations and fell in love with the industry. She started working in human resources in 2005, and was most recently the director of human resources at St. Regis Deer Valley. A resident of Utah since 2014, Adragna enjoys hiking, kayaking, camping and backpacking.   

For more information on Stein Collection’s new VP of Human Resources Jackie Adragna, please contact Jeannie Lambert at (435) 604-2793 or jlambert@steinlodge.com. Additional information about  Stein Collection can be found at www.steincollection.com

PARK CITY, Utah (Dec. 15,  2021) – For the tenth year, Stein Eriksen Lodge Vice President of Food & Beverage & Corporate Chef Zane Holmquist celebrates Christmas Eve as a special guest on NBC’s TODAY Show in New York City. Holmquist will demonstrate how to craft a collection of decadent holiday drinks and indulgent snacks for viewers to prepare at home just in time for their Christmas Eve festivities. 

“I am thrilled to return to the TODAY Show for the tenth year in a row this Christmas Eve,” said Holmquist. “I have loved bringing recipes from Stein Eriksen Lodge to viewers year after year, and I hope we have been able to spread a little joy in kitchens all across the country each holiday season.”

Airing on TODAY’s morning segment on Christmas Eve, Holmquist will share recipes and methods to prepare cozy holiday sippers such as hot chocolate, peppermint half & half, warm strawberry milk and fresh whipped cream. Elevated snacks and starters will include Everything Pigs in a Blanket with cranberry mustard, Pecan and Pear Roll-Ups, Nutella Dip, and Moose Tracks No Bake Bites.  

During his 35+ years in the industry, Holmquist has become a prominent culinary and restaurant business leader winning numerous awards including the Utah Restaurant Association Chef of the Year and the Governor’s Culinary Artisan Award. He has showcased his work at the renowned James Beard House in Greenwich Village, local and regional television programs, and his cuisine has been featured in numerous publications including SKI, Bon Appétit, Sunset, Salt Lake Magazine and Triathlete.

As Vice President of Food & Beverage and Corporate Chef of Stein Eriksen Lodge, Holmquist oversees five restaurants, nine kitchens and 200 staff members. He is involved in menu development for each of the hotel’s restaurants and is a proponent of using the highest quality ingredients and products. Under his experienced leadership, Glitretind Restaurant has maintained the coveted Forbes Four-Star award and earned the Santé Award, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and DiRONA (Distinguished Restaurants of North America Award), among various other national and local accolades. Holmquist also oversees Stein Eriksen Lodge’s externship program, often recruiting chefs from the Culinary Institute of America and other national culinary programs, giving young chefs the opportunity to train and flourish in his kitchens under his experienced direction. Holmquist has guest lectured at the Culinary Institute of America and served as a member of the Salt Lake Community College’s Alumni Council.

For more details, images or recipes featured on TODAY, or for information on Stein Eriksen Lodge's menu offerings, please contact Jeannie Lambert at (435) 604-2793 or jlambert@steinlodge.com. Additional information about Stein Eriksen Lodge can be found at www.steinlodge.com. 

PARK CITY, Utah (October 13, 2021) – Stein Collection, including the first Forbes 5-Star property in the state of Utah, Stein Eriksen Lodge, announces a significant investment in its employees by increasing their minimum hourly wage to $18 an hour, effective immediately. All salaried employees will also receive increases to their compensation.

“Our team members are family. They are at the core of our ability to deliver perfect, legendary experiences to our guests,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We have always prided ourselves in providing the best working environment and the best benefits while paying highly competitive wages. We feel these increases will allow us to continue to attract and retain the best team of employees in the marketplace while maintaining the high industry ratings for which we’ve been known.”

Stein Collection’s legendary properties: Stein Eriksen Lodge, Stein Eriksen Residences, The Chateaux Deer Valley, and The Chateaux Residence Club, are the global standard for luxury accommodations and unprecedented guest service. This new wage structure and the meaningful commitment they are making to their team ensures they will continue to deliver exceptional experiences to their guests in a competitive market while offering industry-leading services and amenities. 

In addition to boosting wages, Stein Collection plans to add favorable adjustments to its already robust benefits program. By prioritizing its invaluable staff, the organization is able to meet and exceed the evolving needs and expectations of the discriminating Stein Collection guest.

For more information on wage increases and enhanced benefits packages at Stein Collection properties, please contact Guy Morris at (435) 604-2793 or gmorris@steinlodge.com.

PARK CITY, Utah (June 28, 2021) – As we head into a busy summer season, plans move forward for The Chateaux Deer Valley, a Forbes Four-Star luxury property, to undergo a $2.6 million transformational renovation and begin construction on a state-of-the-art fitness center, outdoor pool, modern landscaping and outdoor plaza remodel to be completed in time for Thanksgiving.
 

“For more than two decades, The Chateaux Deer Valley has offered world-class service and amenities for an unforgettable alpine vacation,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We look forward to expanding on the property’s existing luxury experience with a variety of enhancements and thoughtful design our guests deserve.”

Masterpiece Trade Services has initiated property upgrades which will provide first-time and returning guests a new, refreshing stay at The Chateaux Deer Valley.

A reimagined outdoor courtyard with communal seating and intimate gathering areas will be interspersed among fresh lawns and newly planted shrubbery. Guests interested in maintaining a traditional workout regimen during their visit will benefit from a renovated fitness center, while others can relax or recreate in the spacious outdoor pool area. Regardless of how guests choose to spend their time, their expectations will continue to be exceeded with The Chateaux’s Forbes Four-Star luxury service. 
 

For the most current updates on the progress of The Chateaux Deer Valley transformation, visit https://www.the-chateaux.com/property-enhancements

Guests can visit www.the-chateaux.com to see all accommodation offerings and for further details. For more information about The Chateaux Deer Valley’s transformation, please contact Katie Van Riper at (435) 604-2793 or jlambert@steinlodge.com.

PARK CITY, Utah (December 7, 2020) – Discerning homebuyers now have the opportunity to build their custom dream home in the heart of Deer Valley Resort in an exclusive, private gated reserve, known as Stein Eriksen Estates. The newest member of Stein Collection, Stein Eriksen Estates couples distinguished homesites with the legendary Five-Star service and amenities of an authentic Stein’s experience. Lots are available now and construction can begin in the spring of 2021 in this new development.

“Stein Eriksen Estates provides an opportunity for homebuyers to fully immerse themselves in the Stein Eriksen experience by planting their roots right here in Deer Valley’s breathtaking landscape,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We are excited to introduce this newest venture of Stein Collection offerings.” 

The planned residential community is adorned with mature trees and views overlooking Park City, Historic Main Street, and the scenic Jupiter Peak of the Wasatch Mountain range. The 61-acre parcel of land will have 15 total lots for single-family residences. These luxury lots range from .5 acre to 3 acres with prices starting at $2.9 million. The only current home in the development is the renowned Huntsman Estate that spans over 22,000 square feet featuring 12 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms and sits on 60+ acres of pristine alpine terrain. This unique collaboration opens this private land for a select 14 additional lots to be purchased and developed with high-end custom mountain homes.

Residents of Stein Eriksen Estates will enjoy the perks of Stein Eriksen’s esteemed services and amenities, including access to the Stein Eriksen Lodge ski locker rooms, our signature ski valet team services, world-class cuisine, Five-Star spa, heated outdoor pools, and complimentary shuttle services to Stein Eriksen Lodge and Historic Main Street. 

For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact the Stein Eriksen Realty Group at (435) 645-6457 or info@steinsrealty.com. For media requests regarding Stein Eriksen Estates, please contact Jessica Turner at (435) 604-2793 or jlambert@steinlodge.com. Additional information about Stein Eriksen Estates is available at www.steineriksenestatesdv.com. Further information on Stein Collection is available at www.SteinCollection.com.

PARK CITY, Utah (January 4, 2021) – Stein Eriksen Lodge, Utah’s only Forbes Five-Star resort and spa and designated one of Forbes’ Most Luxurious Hotels in the World, unveils its newly renovated Mountain Lodge to guests on Tuesday, Sept. 1, just in time to celebrate the arrival of the fall season.

“The Lodge, and our renowned Mountain Lobby, have always exhibited a warm and inviting place for our guests to relax after a day on the trails, or a great place to read a book in front of the wood-burning fireplace,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We are thrilled to have the refresh complete and we are excited to welcome guests to ‘Stein’s living room’ where we will continue to set the gold standard in luxury accommodations, amenities, and services.”

Since construction began in April, the Mountain Lobby has been refreshed without losing any of its charm and feel that it is so well-known for. In addition to a total makeover with new wall textures, fresh paint and stain, the lodge has also installed new custom Axminster carpet of the highest quality to provide a rich, warm ambience. New original artwork and enhanced lighting, along with new and reupholstered furniture throughout, raises the bar of elegance and luxury comfort. Finally, a newly designed, custom Concierge desk that is handcrafted by local artisans graces the northern entrance of the Mountain Lodge – further enhancing what was already considered one of the world’s finest alpine lodge experiences.

For more information on Stein Eriksen Lodge's latest enhancements, please contact Jessica Turner at (435) 604-2793 or jturner@steinlodge.com. Further information on Stein Collection is available at www.SteinCollection.com.

About Stein Collection
Each managed property of Stein Collection sets the standard for authentic hospitality and remarkable service found only at our one-of-a-kind destinations. The Collection's winning heritage and personality is the natural extension of Olympic gold medalist downhill skier Stein Eriksen, and his legendary dedication to perfection. Year-round, consistent, award-winning service is delivered to guests and owners against the backdrop of world-renowned locations. The little touches, the celebrity treatment, and the legendary care we put into each and every stay sets Stein Collection apart. Wherever you see the Stein Collection logo, you are putting a measure of true excellence into your next escape. Stein Collection delivers perfect, legendary experiences.

PARK CITY, Utah (March 5, 2020) – The health, safety and well-being of Stein Collection’s local, national, and international guests and personnel are of the utmost importance at all of the award-winning properties: Stein Eriksen Lodge, Stein Eriksen Residences, The Chateaux at Deer Valley, and The Residences at The Chateaux. In light of the heightened awareness of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, Stein Collection remains vigilant in its efforts to ensure the well-being of every visitor and staff member.

As the issue evolves, Stein Collection continues to monitor statements and adhere to guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), and the local health departments. Stein Collection properties are taking extra precautions for staff traveling domestically and internationally. Proper hygiene is highly encouraged for all staff, including frequent hand washing, hand sanitizer products and stations set up for easy employee access and use, covering of faces when coughing or sneezing, and staying home if staff members are not feeling well. In the event of a coronavirus occurrence in Utah, an emergency preparedness plan will be enacted immediately.

All existing reservations are still valid. All room rates may vary and are subject to availability. Rates are per room, per night, and do not include tax, resort fee, gratuity, or service charges, which vary by season and room type. The normal deposit, resort fee, and cancellation policies still apply.

For more information about Stein Collection, any reservation policies, or their steadfast precautions against coronavirus, please contact Jessica Turner at (435) 604-2793 or jturner@steinlodge.com.

PARK CITY, Utah (January 1, 2020) – Stein Eriksen Lodge, Utah’s only Forbes Five-Star resort and spa and designated one of Forbes’ Most Luxurious Hotels in the World, will refresh some of its key Main Lodge common areas and public spaces for enhanced comfort and ambiance. When the 2019-2020 ski season comes to a close, the transformative revamp will begin this April and be completed by mid-summer of 2020.

“We’re always looking for innovative ways to improve and create comfortable, welcoming gathering spaces for our guests and groups of every size,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “We look forward to our plans being unveiled and enjoyed later this summer.”

A versatile patio covering will be installed with built-in lights and heat, creating a comfortable outdoor atmosphere for any time of day. The Main Lodge will see fresh paint, all new wood and wainscoting refinishing, a new Concierge desk, upgrades to all five Grand Suites, enhanced lighting, and all new furniture, carpet, and window treatments for an elevated experience in luxury.

Renovation efforts will only impact the center walkway and pass-through area of the Main Lodge. The enhancement project will not infringe on family spaces, restaurants, outdoor lawn and decks, or Mountain Lodge main meeting venue event spaces.

For more information on Stein Eriksen Lodge's renovation plans, please contact Jessica Turner at (435) 604-2793 or jturner@steinlodge.com. Further information on Stein Collection is available at www.SteinCollection.com.

PARK CITY, Utah (February 12, 2020) – Four award-winning Stein Collection entities have been named Forbes Travel Guide Star award winners. In another impressive year, Stein Eriksen Lodge and The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge garnered the renowned Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award, securing the property as the only Forbes Five-Star hotel and spa in the state of Utah. Also of note, The Chateaux Deer Valley and Glitretind Restaurant at Stein Eriksen Lodge once again earned the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award, making them one of only five properties and one of only three restaurants throughout Utah to receive this level of recognition. Stein Eriksen Lodge, The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge, The Chateaux Deer Valley, and Glitretind Restaurant, all Stein Collection mainstays, remain the industry standard in luxury travel and guest service.

“The Forbes Travel Guide Star awards continue to recognize top-tier entities within the hospitality industry, and we are honored to be awarded Forbes status at four of our establishments,” said Russ Olsen, CEO of Stein Collection. “This recognition would not be possible without our incredibly dedicated, hardworking team of professionals who strive to ensure our guests receive an unmatched luxury experience at every turn.”

Forbes Travel Guide, the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, utilizes a team of professional inspectors to travel the world and assess properties based on 900 objective standards that determine the coveted star ratings. These individuals travel anonymously and evaluate a number of facility factors, as well as the service standards and overall feel of the experience – ultimately what matters most in a guest’s stay.

Additional accomplishments and rankings for Stein Collection properties include Stein Eriksen Lodge being recognized by World Ski Awards as the 2019 US Best Ski Hotel, Forbes Travel Guide 2018 Most Luxurious Hotels, Condé Nast Traveler 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards, Travel + Leisure 2019 America’s Best Mountain Resorts, and U.S. News & World Report 2020 Best Utah Hotels. Glitretind Restaurant at Stein Eriksen Lodge was recognized again by DiRONA 2019 Award of Excellence, Wine Spectator 2019 Best of Award of Excellence, and Wine Enthusiast 2019 America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants. The Chateaux Deer Valley ranked by Condé Nast Traveler 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards and among U. S. News & World Report for 2019 Best Park City Hotels. And, Cena Ristorante at The Chateaux Deer Valley was again recognized by Wine Spectator 2019 Award of Excellence.

For a detailed explanation of how Forbes Travel Guide compiles its star ratings, click here. For more information on the Stein Collection properties’ Five-Star and Four-Star awards or any of the property group’s accomplishments, please contact Jessica Turner at (435) 604-2793 or jturner@steinlodge.com.  Additional information is also available by visiting https://www.steincollection.com/.