SKI WEEKS WITH TRAVIS GANONG

Experience the exclusive skiing adventure at the Ski Hotel Mondschein – founded in 1739!

Travis Ganong, the renowned American skier and Olympian, is now in his second season as the official "Athlete In Residence" at the Ski Hotel Mondschein in Stuben am Arlberg.

Premium Ski-Pack

The package includes:

• Exclusive time with Travis Ganong: Spend unforgettable moments on and off the slopes with Travis
• Accommodation: Stay in one of our double rooms or suites with breathtaking views and the highest level of comfort.
• Healthy breakfast: Start your day with a delicious and nutritious breakfast to fuel your adventures.
• Gourmet dinner: Enjoy the daily changing Chef's Choice four-course menu created by our Michelin star chef Joshua Leise. One evening there is an Austrian fondue evening and the famous Mondschein duck in three courses.
• Airport shuttle: Convenient shuttle service to and from Zurich Airport.
• Concierge service: Personalized support to make your stay smooth and unforgettable.
• Aperitif in the wine cellar: Enjoy an aperitif in Mondschein's candlelit wine cellar.
• DJ night: Dance the night away with live DJ music in our Mondschein's Bar/Club.

Optional additional services:

• Ski rental: The Skibase Stuben - ski rental and professional service directly opposite the hotel
• Ski pass: access to the best slopes in the Arlberg region.
• Ski Club Arlberg membership: join the prestigious Ski Club Arlberg and enjoy exclusive benefits.
• Ski guiding: the best guides on the Arlberg take you to the best tours and deep snow routes
• Heliskiing: experience the thrill of heliskiing for an unforgettable adventure.

Double room Panorama: €4490 for 6 days.

Ski Hotel Mondschein – Where excellence meets adventure, in the birthplace of ski pioneer Hannes Schneider

United by passion

In the glittering world of professional skiing, where every turn promises a new adventure, two men cross paths and their passion for skiing leads them to an unexpected but fateful encounter. Travis Ganong, a name known in the skiing world for daring descents and groundbreaking techniques, and Markus Kegele, a hotelier in the Arlberg region known for his ability to combine alpine tradition with modern luxury.

Their story begins with a conversation between Travis and their mutual skiing friend Moritz, who tells him about the legendary Ski Hotel Mondschein in Stuben am Arlberg. A place known for its spectacular off-piste opportunities and exceptional snow quality. In Stuben am Arlberg, the birthplace of the world-famous ski pioneer Hannes Schneider, stands the unique Ski Hotel Mondschein, whose roots go back to 1739. In 2016, a new gem was added: the Mondschein Chalet, ideal for direct access to the skiing fun on the Arlberg.

Inspired by the stories of their mutual friend, they get in touch. After several phone calls full of excitement and anticipation, Travis decides to spend a few days at the Mondschein Chalet in the summer of 2023 to recover from the rigors of the competition season.

Fate brings them together on the sun terrace of the Kaltenberghütte, a place high up on the Albona that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. In this peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Alps, they lay the foundation for a unique partnership: "Athlete in Residence".

This encounter between Travis and Markus is more than a chance meeting between two like-minded people. It marks the beginning of an innovative collaboration that pushes the boundaries of skiing while honoring the deep-rooted traditions of the Alps. In this modern and exciting story, their shared passion for skiing becomes the link between two worlds - the world of elite sport and the world of Alpine hospitality.

About Travis

Travis Ganong loves skiing. He was born and raised in North Lake Tahoe on the slopes of Palisades Tahoe. As a member of the U.S. Olympic team, he has pushed himself to the limit since his heyday on the international stage.

As a kid, he chased skiing greats like the late Shane McConkey and pioneered numerous big mountain lines that have never been repeated. His versatile skills as a skier led him to compete at the highest levels, and for the past 18 years he has competed as a member of the U.S. Ski Team, establishing himself as one of the greatest downhill and super-G skiers of all time.

During his time on the U.S. Ski Team, Travis earned two World Cup downhill victories, six World Cup podiums (including a podium finish at the 2023 Kitzbühel Downhill), a silver medal at the World Championships, a 5th place finish at the 2014 Sochi Olympic Downhill, and 55 top-ten finishes in his 207 starts.

During his travels as a ski racer, Travis always had his powder skis with him and between competitions he would explore the mountain ranges he was in. He has been featured in ski films such as Warren Miller and Sweetgrass Productions and has graced the covers of numerous print publications as well as seeing his images appear in the media inside and outside of the sport.

With major skiing adventures in Svalbard, Alaska, Chile, Argentina, New Zealand, the Alps and of course his home around Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada, Travis has remained true to the sport with his unwavering passion for skiing at the highest level, leading his drive. He currently lives in Lake Tahoe with his fiancée Marie-Michele Gagnon, who also recently retired after a similarly successful career on the Canadian Ski Team.

Travis recently retired from ski racing after achieving his goals in the sport and is excited to return to the simple roots that originally inspired him to ski: the simple act of climbing up mountains to ski back down for the ultimate freedom.

At 35 years old, he is looking forward to the next phase of his skiing career where he will dedicate his time fully to freeskiing, giving back to the sport however he can, and working to preserve our delicate mountain environment for generations to come. Athlete, personality, coach, host, ambassador, and press spokesperson are just a few of the traits Travis enjoys wearing as he skis into the future and continues to seek out and support life-changing experiences while gliding on the snow.