If you have two or three days to get away, you might consider visiting the former mining town of Telluride. Although it is about a six- hour drive from Denver, it’s a flight of less than one hour to arrive…
Denver Water Park My daughter wonders where all the water comes from. She is in awe about the sheer volume of the wet element. We have gone swimming multiple times this hot summer, but nothing compares to Denver’s Elitch…
This large, spacious reservoir on the high plains draws locals and tourists alike from May through September and waterfowl hunters during the hunting season. North Sterling State Park is a gateway to fun and relaxation. Elks Campground is open…
In my experience, few dining establishments can shine in presenting a wide menu of fabulous food, all prepared to perfection. Each chef seems to have their own specialty, and as you get acquainted with all of the places for dining…
There is always something to be seen year-round at the Denver Botanic Gardens, even in wintertime, when more than a million gleaming lights turn the Capitol Hill complex into a fantasyland. Located off East 10th Avenue and York Street, this…
Cross Orchards Historic Farm, tucked into the eastern edge of Grand Junction, is a working apple farm and historic site that gives visitors a glimpse of farming life in the Grand Valley in the early 1900s. In its prime, the…
The historic Kit Carson County Carousel (also known as PTC #6) was built in 1905 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company for Elitch Gardens in Denver, where it operated every summer until 1928. The Kit Carson County Commissioners purchased the Carousel…
Located on Highway 6, east of the South Platte River, the Overland trail commemorates the historic westward migration of gold seekers and early pioneers.The museum was named after the Overland trail stage route that was a branch of the Oregon…
“Not to see Elitch’s is not to see Denver.” That sign on the giant Ferris wheel greets guests as they enter the Elitch Gardens theme park in downtown Denver, which, in 2010, is marking its 120-year anniversary. The slogan may…
One of the great joys of summer is getting outside and enjoying the sun. With its 300-plus days of sunshine, Colorado summers are as long as the mountains are tall, and one place to enjoy the blue skies and mountain…
While many Colorado towns were settled by miners and ranchers, the appeal of Colorado Springs, the second largest city in Colorado, was its climate and culture. In the late 1800s, it was known as “Little London” since it had many…
My wife grew up in Nebraska where the word “garden” is a verb and crops are produced in neat and tidy rows. Her mother had a backyard garden and the neighbors did, too, and they traded seasonal fruits and vegetables…
Casa Bonita, a Mexican restaurant in Lakewood, Colorado, has been offering live entertainment, Acapulco-style divers and a performing gorilla (don’t worry, it’s a guy in a suit) since the 1970s. Dubbed the second-largest indoor restaurant in the world back in…
Remember sleep-away camp? Roasting marshmallows by the fire, bunking in log cabins, crafting leather belts, laughing in the dining hall with new-found friends… Picture your adult self at camp with your kids. Now add snow. That’s the scene at the…
Leadville, Colorado, celebrates winter during the annual Crystal Carnival March 1-3, 2013, highlighted by the town’s time-honored tradition of ski joring, a unique winter sport combining horses and skiing. Since 1949, Leadville’s streets have been converted to winter racetracks for…
Colorado, once inhabited by the stegosaurus and other oversized giants, has proved to be a paleontological jackpot. One place to take a prehistoric journey is, of course, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Another is the University of Colorado…
“This is a fantastic exhibit — brilliant! There’s Pee-wee Herman!” We were in the Denver Art Museum’s Frederic C. Hamilton Building, standing in front of “Headless” by Michael Joo — 28 identical terracotta headless Buddhas, a few feet high, meditating…
Once upon a time, there was a little town southwest of Denver that served as the hub for a farming community. Founded by an entrepreneurial surveyor named Richard Little, he named it for himself: Littleton. The town grew. Denver grew.…
If Durango is your family’s summer vacation destination, start planning your itinerary now to experience the best kid-friendly activities available in this historic mountain town. Durango has such an abundance of fun things for kids to do, you’ll have a…
5-star / 5-Diamond accreditation is the pinnacle of success for any hotel or resort around the world. Aspen is fortunate to have such a property at the base of the mountain where guests literally walk out the doors to the…
It’s called the Long Holiday Motel, and that’s what you’ll be wishing for if you book a room there when you need lodging in Gunnison. I only spent one night there during my travels, but I enjoyed my brief stay…
Perched at one of the highest points in the United States, Leadville offers scenic beauty and a bevy of mountain activities. Offering up fifteen different lodging choices the Grand West Village resort provides the perfect venue for outdoor adventure seekers,…
Pueblo, Colorado has a rich history that dates back to the 1870s when the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad first came to town. While it has since been modernized, tributes to that history can be found throughout town. Today, visitors…
Welcome to the Hotel Colorado! This hotel may not have a song named after it, but that’s ok. With a colorful history that reaches back to 1893, this “Grand Dame” has housed a number of notable guests such as former…
If you’re taking a vacation in Colorado and looking for Winter Park, Colorado hotels The Vintage Resort Hotel and Conference Center is a landmark that has recently been upgraded, making it a comfortable and relaxing place to stay. If you…
Lakewood, Colorado is a thriving suburb of Denver. Located near the Denver airport, this location makes an ideal base for exploring the greater Denver metro area. While you are just moments from the big city, you enjoy a slightly smaller…
Being the fifth most populous city in Colorado, Lakewood has a little bit of everything to offer should you decide to make it your central destination during your vacation to Colorado. Being situated in between both Denver and the Rockies,…