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Is Aspen or Vail a better bet for a last-minute mountain resort stay this weekend, considering which one has better late-season lift ticket deals?
ChatGPTgpt-6Geminigemini-3.5-flash-lite3 passes + 1 real-search36 queries10/30/2026
Download run
Gemini unique queries
33
3 in ≥ half the passes · stability 36%
ChatGPT real searches predicted
0%
0 of 3 matched the simulation
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
SEED QUERY
Is Aspen or Vail a better bet for a last-minute mountain resort stay this weekend, considering which one has better late-season lift ticket deals?
33 unique queries · 3 passes
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
ChatGPT real searches (3)
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 3 of 3 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence. 33 queries are still being classified.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
ChatGPT3 real searches · gpt-60% predicted
Aspen Snowmass 2026-27 opening day lift tickets October 31 November 1 2026 deals Google ↗
Vail Mountain 2026-27 opening day lift tickets October 31 November 1 2026 deals Google ↗
Aspen Vail mountain resort lodging this weekend October 31 November 1 2026 availability ski opening dates Google ↗
- Colorado Skiing & Snowboarding · vail.com
- Opening Day Calendar: When Every Major Resort Plans to Open for 2026-27 · tetongravity.com
- Arapahoe Basin will be the first ski resort in Colorado to open for the season · kktv.com
- Winter Season Dates & Pass Deadlines · aspen.com
- Aspen Snowmass Lift Tickets 2026-27 · aspensnowmass.com
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Colour
SimulatedReal search
Hover a query to see its counterpart · click a topic to focus it · zoom with Ctrl/⌘ + scroll, a pinch, double-click or +
Queries
33 queries · click a column to sort
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
aspen vs vail late season ski resort comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand the general differences between Aspen and Vail for late-season skiing. | — | comparison_table | aspen versus vail comparison | 2x of 3 | |
best last minute ski resort deals colorado this weekend IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find broader last-minute lodging and lift ticket packages available in Colorado. | — | review_roundup | last minute colorado trips | 2x of 3 | |
breckenridge vs vail late season ski trip ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Evaluate alternative Colorado resorts that might offer better late-season value. | — | comparison_table | aspen versus vail comparison | 2x of 3 | |
aspen vs vail late season ski comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand the main differences between Aspen and Vail for late-season skiing. | — | comparison_table | aspen versus vail comparison | 1x of 3 | |
aspen snowmass lift ticket prices spring deals RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find specific lift ticket pricing and discounts for Aspen during the spring season. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
aspen vs vail lift ticket prices spring COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Compare current spring lift ticket prices for Aspen and Vail. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
last minute ski lift ticket deals Aspen Vail REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to find current discounted lift ticket options for Aspen and Vail for an upcoming weekend trip. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
best Colorado ski resort for last minute weekend trip IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for broader recommendations on which Colorado resort handles last-minute bookings best. | — | buyers_guide | last minute colorado trips | 1x of 3 | |
vail resort lift ticket last minute discounts RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Discover last-minute discount options for Vail lift tickets. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
Vail spring ski pass deals and lift ticket discounts ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to isolate specific promotional pricing and discount programs available at Vail for spring skiing. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
vail spring lodging deals last minute ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find specific last-minute lodging discounts available at Vail right now. | — | buyers_guide | vail last minute lodging | 1x of 3 | |
Aspen snowmass late season lodging and lift packages ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to find bundled lodging and lift ticket packages available at Aspen for the weekend. | — | web_article | late season snow conditions | 1x of 3 | |
aspen snowmass spring skiing conditions open trails RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Check the current snow depth and open trail count for Aspen in the spring. | — | web_article | late season snow conditions | 1x of 3 | |
aspen vs vail snow conditions late april COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Compare snow quality and depth between Aspen and Vail late in the season. | — | web_article | aspen versus vail comparison | 1x of 3 | |
epic pass vs ikon pass last minute spring access ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Determine how Epic (Vail) and Ikon (Aspen) passes handle spring access and guest tickets. | — | faq_page | epic versus ikon passes | 1x of 3 | |
how to get cheaper lift tickets colorado ski resorts PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Discover actionable methods for saving money on Colorado lift tickets. | — | how_to_steps | cheap colorado lift tickets | 1x of 3 | |
how to get cheap lift tickets Colorado last minute RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants actionable tips on securing discounted lift tickets at the last minute in Colorado. | — | how_to_steps | cheap colorado lift tickets | 1x of 3 | |
vail lift ticket window price vs advance purchase REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand how much more expensive last-minute window tickets are at Vail compared to advance buys. | — | faq_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
best mountain resort for spontaneous weekend getaway spring PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user seeks general recommendations tailored to travelers looking for spontaneous spring mountain vacations. | — | review_roundup | vail last minute lodging | 1x of 3 | |
last minute lodging deals aspen colorado weekend PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find available hotels and lodging packages in Aspen for the upcoming weekend. | — | map/local_pack | last minute colorado trips | 1x of 3 | |
vail mountain lodging last minute availability spring PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find available lodging options in Vail for a spontaneous weekend trip. | — | map/local_pack | vail last minute lodging | 1x of 3 | |
Aspen open lifts and snow conditions late season RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to check current snow depth and trail status for Aspen to ensure good skiing this weekend. | — | web_article | late season snow conditions | 1x of 3 | |
are colorado ski resorts open this weekend IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Verify operational status and terrain availability for Colorado resorts in late season. | — | web_article | last minute colorado trips | 1x of 3 | |
spring ski pass deals colorado IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find spring-specific ski passes or multi-day lift ticket bundles in Colorado. | — | pricing_page | spring lift ticket prices | 1x of 3 | |
Vail mountain spring snow conditions and open terrain RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to verify Vail's current snow quality and terrain availability for this weekend. | — | web_article | late season snow conditions | 1x of 3 | |
how to get cheap lift tickets colorado ski resorts RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn strategies for securing discounted lift tickets in Colorado at the last minute. | — | how_to_steps | cheap colorado lift tickets | 1x of 3 | |
is aspen or vail better for spring break skiing COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Evaluate the overall spring atmosphere and resort quality between Aspen and Vail. | — | review_roundup | aspen versus vail comparison | 1x of 3 | |
epic pass vs ikon pass late season ticket flexibility COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand how Epic Pass (Vail) and Ikon Pass (Aspen) handle late-season day access and ticket purchases. | — | comparison_table | epic versus ikon passes | 1x of 3 | |
last minute ski trip booking tips reddit RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants real-world advice and community tips from other skiers on booking last-minute ski weekends. | — | forum/qna | last minute colorado trips | 1x of 3 | |
last minute colorado ski weekend itinerary RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Plan a quick weekend trip to a Colorado ski resort. | — | web_article | last minute colorado trips | 1x of 3 | |
epic pass vs ikon pass spring ticket discounts REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Check if Epic Pass (Vail) or Ikon Pass (Aspen) offers better perks or buddy tickets for late-season visitors. | — | faq_page | epic versus ikon passes | 1x of 3 | |
compare Vail and Aspen spring vibe and nightlife COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare the overall atmosphere, après-ski, and nightlife between Vail and Aspen during spring. | — | review_roundup | aspen versus vail comparison | 1x of 3 | |
spring skiing conditions aspen vs vail forum RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Read firsthand accounts from skiers about current conditions and crowds at Aspen and Vail. | — | forum/qna | aspen versus vail comparison | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
Geminix = pass, y = cumulative unique queries
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 933 / 1,381 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 933 / 1,406 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 12 | 12 | — | 933 / 1,464 |