1. Festival Travel Itinerary Tips
2. Your Stay In Crested Butte
3. Life In The Mountains
4. Air Transportation
5. Ground Transportation
6. Lodging In Crested Butte
7. Lodging In Mt. Crested Butte
8. Additional Resources

1. FESTIVAL TRAVEL ITINERARY TIPS

Conference sessions for the 5th Annual Digital Storytelling Festival begin Thursday September 16,1999 at 9:00AM and conclude Saturday September 18 following an evening of traditional storytelling. We suggest you plan your travel itinerary in order to arrive Wednesday September 15 in time to attend our registration reception being held from 6:00PM - 8:00PM.

2. YOUR STAY IN CRESTED BUTTE

Crested Butte is a small town; most shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance from the bed and breakfast establishments, so there is little need for a car once you are in town. The majority of the Digital Storytelling Festival events will take place at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts located east of Highway 135, between Whiterock and Belleview Avenues.

There are many wonderful restaurants in Crested Butte, most are located in the downtown area and all are within walking distance. A list of restaurants and a town map will be provided in your registration package at the festival.

3. LIFE IN THE MOUNTAINS

Early autumn is a beautiful time in Crested Butte, the aspen leaves should be at their peak of turning golden and the skies are normally clear and blue. We suggest very comfortable, casual clothes for the festival (especially walking shoes). Expect temperatures to be around 50 to 70 during the day and 30 to 50 at night. The weather can be unpredictable and although snow is generally not expected this time of year, anything can happen. We suggest packing layers of clothing that can be added or subtracted as the weather changes throughout the day.

Crested Butte is located at 8,885-foot elevation and although most people experience no difficulty at this high altitude, it is important to stay hydrated. We recommend drinking 6-8 large glasses of water each day and avoiding excessive alcohol, tobacco and caffeine, which can contribute to dehydration and high altitude sickness.

4. AIR TRANSPORTATION

The most common air travel route to Crested Butte is first to Denver then from Denver to Gunnison, usually via United and United Express. Ground transportation from Gunnison to Crested Butte is available from the Gunnison airport.

UNITED AIRLINES
Call 800-521-4041 and reference Meeting ID Code: 543ZH
United Airlines is the official airline of The 5th Annual Digital Storytelling Festival. United is offering a 10% discount off the full fare unrestricted coach fare or 5% discount off the lowest applicable discount fare, including First Class, to all attendees. An additional 5% discount will apply when tickets are purchased at least 60 days in advance of the attendees travel. This special offer applies to travel on domestic segments of all United Airlines, United Express and Shuttle by United Flights.

ALTERNATIVE AIR TRAVEL ROUTES
Crested Butte is also accessible from the following airports with additional drive-times:

Montrose is located approximately 90 miles from Crested Butte and is serviced by United Airlines and America West Airlines. Take highway 50 east to Gunnison then highway 135 north to Crested Butte.

Colorado Springs is approximately a 4-hour drive from Crested Butte. Take highway 24 west to highway 285, highway 285 south to Poncha Springs, highway 50 west to Gunnison then highway 135 north to Crested Butte.

5. GROUND TRANSPORTATION

DENVER TO CRESTED BUTTE - BY CAR Crested Butte is located 230 miles southwest of Denver; estimated driving time is approximately four and half-hours. From Denver take US 285 to Poncha Springs. At Poncha Springs go west on US 50 to Gunnison. At Gunnison go north on highway 135 to Crested Butte.

GUNNISON TO CRESTED BUTTE - You've arrived in Gunnison; you're almost there! Crested Butte is a thirty-minute drive north of Gunnison. Shuttle van service and rental cars are available with advance reservations at the Gunnison Airport.

Alpine Express (800-822-4844)
Alpine Express offers door to door van service between Gunnison Airport and Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. The transfer rate is $36.00 per person round trip between Gunnison Airport and Crested Butte when a minimum of two passengers are booked for the same van. A discounted rate of $32.40 is offered to three or more passengers traveling together. Pre-payment is required 2 weeks in advance. Please identify yourself as an attendee of DSF when booking your reservation

Avis Rental-Car (800-331-1600)
Discount: #J094004
Avis Rental Car has special daily, weekly and weekend rates available to participants of the Festival. Please use the toll-free number to book your reservation from Denver or Gunnison Airports and be sure to reference Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) #J094004.

Other rental-car companies at Gunnison Airport:
Hertz: (970) 641-2881
Budget: (800) 284-0525

6. LODGING IN CRESTED BUTTE

Crested Butte offers a number of Bed & Breakfast establishments that are comfortable, and reasonably priced. All are within easy walking distance of downtown Crested Butte and the Center for the Arts. All bed and breakfasts are non-smoking. For group lodging, you may consider a short-term rental property (house or condominium). Please contact the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce for listings. Lodging tax for Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte is currently 10.4%.

CRESTED BUTTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESERVATION LINE
800-215-2226
The Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce reservation service is available to help make reservations for all Crested Butte accommodations including bed & breakfasts, cabins, condos, lodges, motels, hotels and houses. You may also make your reservations by contacting the properties directly.

Claim Jumper Bed & Breakfast
704 Whiterock
TEL: 970-349-6471
Contact: Jerry or Robbie
Historic log building behind The Center for the Arts; 6 unique theme rooms filled with museum quality antiques; all private bathrooms. Indoor hot tub and sauna full gourmet breakfast.
Rates begin at $89.00/night + tax

Cristiana Guesthaus - Bed & Breakfast
621 Maroon
TEL: 800-824-7899 or 970-349-5326
E-mail: cristian@rmi.net
Contact: Martin
European/country style lodge. 21 rooms each with a private bath. Outdoor hot tub, sauna and sundeck. Hearty continental breakfast. Cable TV in lobby area.
Rates begin at $58.00/night + tax

Crystal Inn - Bed & Breakfast
624 Gothic Avenue
TEL: 800-390-1338 or 970-349-1338
E-mail: info@crystalinn.com
http://www.crystalinn.com/
Contact: Dennis & Charlene
Country style Inn with American antiques. 5 rooms each with private bath and a queen bed. Indoor hot tub. Full country style breakfast. Cable television in guest lounge.
Rates begin at $85.00/night + tax

The Elizabeth Ann - Bed & Breakfast
7th & Maroon
TEL: 888-745-4620 or 970-349-0147
Email: elizabethannebnb@hotmail.com
http://www.colorado-bnb.com/elizanne/
Contact: Karen and Kirk Smith
Victorian style home, 4 rooms each with private bath, queen bed with down comforter, CD player and VCR. Indoor hot-tub and e-mail access also available to guests. Hot gourmet breakfast served each morning.
Rates begin at $90.00/night + tax

HI - Crested Butte International Hostel
615 Teocalli Avenue
TEL: 888-389-0588 or 970-349-0558
E-mail: hostel@crestedbutte.net
http://www.gunnison.com/~hostel/
Part of the World Wide Hostelling network, this brand new facility is perfect for families, individuals and groups of all sizes. The hostel can accommodate 52 people comfortably in dorm style rooms of 4, 6 or 8 people. A short term rental apartment is also available on a nightly basis. A fully equipped kitchen is available for use and a public laundry is on premise for convenience. Discount offered to HI members.
Rates: $18.00/night per person + tax

Inn at Crested Butte
510 Whiterock Avenue
TEL: 800-949-4828 or 970-349-1225
E-mail: innatcb@rmi.com
http://www.cimarron.net/usa/co/iacb.html
17 rooms, deluxe breakfast served B&B style.
Contact: Diane or Lila
Rates begin at $73.00/night + tax

The Last Resort
714 Gothic Avenue
TEL: 800-349-0445 or 970 349-0445
E-mail: innatcb@rmi.com
http://www.cimarron.net/usa/co/iacb.html
Nestled along the scenic banks of Coal Creek, The Last Resort offers 6 rooms, some with private jacuzzi tubs. The lobby area features a spacious solarium setting with magnificent mountain views. Hearty breakfasts served each morning.
Please call for rates.

Purple Mountain Lodge - Bed & Breakfast
714 Gothic Avenue
TEL: 800-286-3574 or (970)-349-5888
E-mail: mailbox@purple-mountain.com
Contact: Marilyn
5 Rooms all with private baths. Light cheerful atmosphere, antique furnishings, down comforters and very comfortable rooms. Indoor hot tub, full breakfasts. Special discounts offered to festival attendees on stays of 3 or more nights.
Please call for rates.

Old Town Inn
Highway 135 & Belleview
TEL: 888-349-6184 or 970-349-6184
E-mail: brifley@gunnison.com
Contact: Marilyn
33 standard motel style rooms. Each unit contains cable television and telephone. Continental breakfast offered each morning. Additional amenities include hot-tub and laundry on premises.
Rates begin at $75.00/night + tax

7. LODGING IN MT. CRESTED BUTTE

Mt. Crested Butte is located approximately 2.5 miles north of Crested Butte and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain peaks, National Forest and the town of Crested Butte in the valley below. Regular free shuttle service runs between the towns.

The Crested Butte Marriott Resort
Reservations: 800-720-1221
Ask for the group reservations department and identify yourself as an attendee of the Digital Storytelling Festival in order to receive these special rates.

This newly renovated hotel sits at the base of Crested Butte Mountain and features 261 guest rooms, a fitness center, indoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot-tubs, laundry facilities, The Antlers Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, a sports bar, room service, a gift shop and free covered parking. Each guest room has a whirlpool bath, coffee maker, refrigerator, television, phone, blow dryer and private balcony. Room rates are based on single or double occupancy, children 12 & under stay free with paying adult.

Standard Room
$74.00/night + tax
2 king beds or 1 king bed with queen sleeper sofa.

King Suite
$94.00/night + tax
2 room suite with king bed in bedroom, sleeper sofa in living room, 2 bathrooms. Available with a fireplace for an additional fee of $15.00.

The Sheraton Crested Butte Resort
Reservations: 800-720-1221
Ask for the group reservations department and identify yourself as an attendee of the Digital Storytelling Festival in order to receive these special rates.

The Sheraton Crested Butte Resort is located just steps from the bus stop and is offering a very special rate on suites this year. An inviting log and stone lobby with a two-sided fireplace welcomes guests to the lobby area. Amenities include an indoor/outdoor pool, large outdoor hot-tub, exercise facility, the WoodStone Grille serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails, laundry facilities, a deli and a gift shop. The suites have an open floor plan and include coffee maker, small refrigerator, television, phone, microwave, dishwasher, dishes and glassware. The Sheraton is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Rate is for single or double occupancy, children 12 and under stay free with a paying adult.

Suite
2 room suite with an open floor plan.
King bed in bedroom, double sleeper sofa in living room, 1 bathroom.
$ 70.00/night + tax.

8. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Visit the following websites for additional information about Crested Butte:

CRESTED BUTTE/MT. CRESTED BUTTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
800-215-2226 or (970) 349-7048
The Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce is available to help with questions about the area as well as assistance in making lodging arrangements.