Explorers Course 2025:
Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology

Hybrid Course with 90 Days of Access
February 27 to May 30
March 27-29 – Live/Live Stream at The Hythe, Vail, CO

As a hybrid course, we are excited to offer both live in-person and virtual participation.

Hotel And Meeting Location Information

The Hythe Vail
Formerly the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort
715 W Lionshead Circle
Vail, CO 81657
Phone: (970) 476-4444
Reservations: click here

Room Rate

Room rate is $399 (plus 10.30% tax) single/double occupancy. Optional $30 resort fee at check in to cover the following (evaluated seasonally and is subject to change):

• Daily enhanced high speed internet access
• Access to Adventure Locker for daily use
• In-town on-demand shuttle service
• Daily ski and boot storage
• Daily mountainside ski valet
• Daily hot chocolate and s’mores
• Day use of Fitness Center, including Peloton bikes

Reservations cancelled post March 5, 2025 forfeit the deposit for all nights reserved.
Room rates are based on availability, and the AAOA cannot guarantee room availability.
For attendees who would like to extend their stay in Vail, the AAOA is pleased to offer the above-noted rate for three (3) days before and after the meeting (based on availability).

Reservations

Click here to make your reservation online
Reservation Deadline: March 5, 2025
Room cancellations must be made by March 15, 2025 for refund.
Check-in time: 4:00 pm; Check-out time: 11:00 am.

Hotel Information

A curated alpine experience, The Hythe harnesses the individual and collective passions of Vail’s founders — creating endless possibilities for you to discover shared passions of your very own.

Unlike anything in Vail Valley, The Hythe grants a longed-for opportunity to venture forth from the world of common day into a sophisticated haven rich with joy-filled celebration and the boundless rewards of shared good times. Learn More

Getting Here

This hotel does not provide shuttle service.

Driving Directions

The Hythe Vail
715 Lionshead Circle
Vail, Colorado 81657 USA

Parking & Transportation

Valet parking: ski season – 60 USD daily, off-season – 50 USD daily

Get Directions

Airports

Denver International Airport (DEN)

Airport Phone: +1 303-342-2000
Hotel Direction: 120 miles SW
Driving Time: 2hr 10min

Visit DEN Airport Website
Driving directions: Take I-70 West, approximately 120 miles to Exit 176. Follow the first roundabout under the bridge, then follow the signs going towards Lionshead. Turn right on South Frontage Road. Turn left onto West Lionshead Circle. Resort will be on your right.

Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE)

Airport Phone: +1 970-328-2680
Hotel Direction: 34 miles NE
Driving Time: 40min

Visit EGE Airport Website
Driving directions: Take I-70 East for 35 miles to exit 176. Take a right on South Frontage Road. Take a left on West Lionshead Circle. The resort will be on your right.

Alternative transportation

• Epic Mountain Express; reservation required. Learn more here
• peak 1 express. Learn more here
• Eagle Vail Express. Learn more here
• Summit Express. Learn more  here
• Bus service
• Other: private transfers, car rental.

Skiing

Get your lift tickets here.

COVID-19 Safety

To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, we encourage taking personal safeguards, including but not limited to vaccination and/or wearing a mask in the meeting, to help protect your health and the health of our members and community at large.  

While there are currently no restrictions in place, attendees must adhere to any updated requirements and guidelines of the State of Colorado, the City of Vail as well as the event.   

AAOA will continue to monitor state and federal requirements and will update our policy accordingly.