FAQs
Question
DO I NEED TO WORRY ABOUT ALTITUDE SICKNESS?
Answer
Telluride is located at an elevation of 8,750 ft (2667 m), with the ceremony location even higher at 10,540 ft. It is likely that you will notice the effects of the altitude immediately. This includes shortness of breath, quickened pulse, and light-headedness. You might also experience a touch of nausea or insomnia and bloating/cramping. In general it may take a couple of days to get acclimated. Because of this we strongly suggest you arrive a few days early to give yourself time to adjust. To cope with the altitude it is important to remain well hydrated and take it easy on the caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. Some have reported that taking aspirin (blood thinner) helps suppress the maladies of altitude sickness, and melatonin beats the insomnia. If you are feeling really ill or uncomfortable, don't hesitate to call the Telluride Medical Center at 970-728-3848.
Question
I HAVE ALTITUDE SICKNESS-- WHAT DO I DO?
Answer
Don't panic, this is totally normal. Here are a few things that can help: The local shops in Telluride sell cans of 90% oxygen, which reportedly helps ease the discomfort of being at high altitude. If you want to buy it in advance check out Oxygen Plus: https://www.oxygenplus.com There are also supplements that supposedly combat the effects of Altitude: Altitude Adjustment: http://www.altitude-adjustment.com/ and Acli-Mate: https://acli-mate.com/ For both they suggest you start using them a few days prior to reaching the higher elevation. If you have nausea, or bloating or a headache you can purchase supplies at both Sunshine Pharmacy and Clark's Market in town on the Telluride side. Go to our things to do page for more info.
Question
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO THE WEDDING?
Answer
The dress code is semi-formal attire/mountain chic. Dress comfortably and be sure to bring a jacket! While it can be hot during the day, the temperatures can drop into the 30's at night! Also, it commonly rains in the early afternoons.
Question
IS THERE TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE HOTELS TO THE CEREMONY?
Answer
Our venue is located on private forest land and is not accessible by unauthorized vehicles. We will provide shuttles from Mountain Village to Gorrono Ranch, approximately 1.8 miles away. The shuttles will be on call to return guests back to the village at the end of the night. Not staying in Mountain Village? No Problem! Mountain Village is accessible by the free gondola in downtown Telluride. The gondola runs until 2 a.m. on weekends!
Question
WHAT ARE SOME FAQS ABOUT TELLURIDE?
Answer
1. Butch Cassidy and his gang robbed Telluride's San Miguel Valley Bank on June 24, 1889. Widely believed to be their first major bank robbery, they walked away with over $24,000. 2. Mt. Wilson, the mountain peak featured on the home page of our wedding website also appears on the Coors beer can. 3. Telluride is home to Bridal Veil Falls which is Colorado's tallest free-falling waterfall at 365 feet. Sitting on top of the waterfall is the Bridal Veil Hydroelectric Plant which was built in 1895 and was the second oldest hydroelectric power plant in the world. 4. Telluride was the first town in the world to have alternating current (AC) power, thanks to the Ames Power Plant. Once called the “City of Lights,” Telluride was also the first city have electric streetlights. 5. Despite the above, the nearest stoplight is 45 miles away in Ridgway, Colorado. 6. There are no chain restaurants or shops in Telluride-- but fear not, there is a Starbucks in Mountain Village :)
Question
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT TELLURIDE?
Answer
Here are some great articles: Travel + Leisure - Why Telluride Just Might Be America's Coolest Ski Town http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/skiing-trips/telluride-colorado Budget Travel - Locals Know Best: Telluride https://www.budgettravel.com/article/locals-know-best-telluride