The Destination Index · 2026
Aspen for Incentive Travel
Peak-prestige mountain reward for executive retreats — dual winter-ski and summer-alpine seasons, but weather-sensitive regional air and scarce rooms demand early contracting and small groups.
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Figures are live benchmarks from the IncentiveTrips Destination Index, refreshed weekly from Google Trends and Google Flights data — directional planning numbers, not quotes.
Getting there — modeled fares to Aspen
| Origin region | Hub | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| US East | New York (JFK) | $620 |
| US Central | Chicago (ORD) | $460 |
| US Westclosest access | Los Angeles (LAX) | $400 |
| Europe | London (LHR) | $1,150 |
| Latin America | Mexico City (MEX) | $560 |
| Asia-Pacific | Singapore (SIN) | $1,750 |
| Middle East & Africa | Dubai (DXB) | $1,590 |
Modeled round-trip economy ballparks from each region's hub — not live quotes. Methodology on the Destination Index.
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Group-ready resorts in Aspen
#119The Little NellAspen · up to 150 guests#168The St. Regis Aspen ResortAspen · up to 250 guests#355Viceroy SnowmassSnowmass Village · up to 220 guests#374Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts CollectionAspen · up to 140 guestsThe full planning guide
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