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   FEBRUARY 2007                                         THIS STORY FEATURED BY:  
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UPCOMING EVENTS
MY TRAVEL PLANNER
COMING NEXT MONTH
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Free Vacation Guide or
Monthly eNewsletter

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Breckenridge Ski Free Package!
4 Days of Skiing & 4 Nights in a condo in Breckenridge for 4 people from $72 per person per day! Lift tickets valid at Breckenridge, Keystone or Arapahoe Basin.
 
 Ski this Spring
 
Fresh snow on Crested Butte ski resort – Photo by Tom Stillo/CTOLet it snow, let it snow, let it snow. From winter family getaways and ski vacations to guided snowmobile and snowshoe tours, Colorado offers a variety of special packages and deals for those wishing to take advantage of the pristine snow that has created lush powder trails and picturesque scenery across the state.  More...
 
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Humor on the Slopes Mardi Gras at Keystone Resort Breckenridge Spring Massive
Weekend of laughter with New Yorker at Beaver Creek. Feb. 23-25, 2007 Parades, gumbo cookoff, and more. Book your vacation online now. Concerts, competitions, spring skiing. Apr. 1-22, 2007. Don’t miss it!
 
 New Vacation Planner
 
Cover of the Colorado 2007 Official State Vacation Guide – Courtesy of Weaver Multimedia GroupVisitors planning their next Colorado vacation will find a comprehensive resource at their fingertips with the updated 2007 Official State Vacation Guide (OSVG).More...
 
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 Deep Snow Ski Deals from $71.14  3rd Night Free – Ski & Stay
Ski & Stay 50% off. No black-outs or minimum night stay. 2/10-3/24/07 All-inclusive luxury mountain homes in Colorado. Book today! 800-545-WEST
 
 Let's Talk Colorado with the Locals Who Love It
 
Holly Parker at Garden of the Gods with Pikes Peak in the distance – Photo by Denise Chambers/Weaver Multimedia GroupWe recently talked with 11 locals on why they love the state. Get a pad and pen ready: they were full of ideas for your next trip. More...
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 You’ve earned some turns!  Spring Break Special
Come to Copper Mountain this Feb. and get mid-week lodging from $69pppn $546 pp, 4 nights lodging, 4 day lift ticket, valid March 5-31, 2007
 
 
 Cool Kids' Stuff

Click Here! to find fun and free Colorado facts, games, puzzles and pictures at your fingertips.

 
 MY TRAVEL PLANNER
Need vacation ideas? Click on any of the suggestions below for great Colorado activities.
The Discovery Adventure
Learn about the past through experiences with historic landmarks and wildlife refuges. Explore buildings, mansions and the great outdoors, while blazing your own path through the state. Discover Colorado and its unforgettable history.

For information on other discovery adventures, visit the Discovery Adventure page.

The Family Adventure
Pack your bags and experience the sights and sounds of Colorado, the ghost towns and the cities inbetween. For family entertainment, Colorado offers an endless stock of attractions and excitement for children and young-at-heart adults.

For information on other family adventures, visit the Family Adventure page.

The Romantic Adventure
Hearts become one in Colorado. Take in a sunset with your favorite someone and experience Colorado together. Quaint mountain towns, wide-open meadows and breathtaking views nestled in the Rocky Mountains await you!

For information on other romantic adventures, visit the Romantic Adventure page.

The Outdoor Adventure
With 42 state parks, Colorado is open for adventure.

For information on other outdoor adventures, visit the Outdoor Adventure page.
 
 Upcoming Events Throughout Colorado
 
BIG BUGS EXHIBIT
March 24–June 24, 2007:
Get a bug's eye view of the world when you encounter a 1,200-pound praying mantis, a 7-foot assassin bug and nine other enormous natural sculptures at the Big Bugs exhibit at Denver Botanic Gardens. A swarm of events and educational activities that celebrate the world of plant and insect relationships will highlight the three-month exhibit. 720-865-3500 or www.botanicgardens.org

WINTER PARK SPRING BLAST
April 7, 2007:
Relax on the decks of Derailer, Club Car and Doc's with drink specials and live music. 970-726-1564 or www.skiwinterpark.com.

COCA-COLA CLASSIC SPRING SPLASH!
April 15, 2007:
Skiers and snowboarders struggle through numerous obstacles on the racecourse on Larry Sale trail. 970-726-1564 or www.skiwinterpark.com

FRUITA FAT TIRE FESTIVAL
April 26–29, 2007:
Mountain and desert rides, parties and expo in downtown Fruita at the Civic Center Park. And road rides over the Colorado National Monument, Douglas Pass and through wine country. 970-858-7220 or www.fruitamountainbike.com.

SPRING BARREL TASTING
April 28–29, 2007:
This event features barrel sampling of wines paired with specialty foods, as well as winemaker details about grape growing and wine production in the Grand Valley. 970-244-1480 or www.grandvalleywine.com.

All events are weather permitting and subject to change. For a listing of additional Colorado events and travel information, log on to www.colorado.com or call 800–COLORADO.
 
 COMING IN NEXT MONTH'S ISSUE
 
Stay tuned for the March issue!
 
Photo Credits:
"Ski this Spring" – Photo by Tom Stillo/CTO
"New Vacation Planner" – Courtesy of Weaver Multimedia Group
"Let's Talk Colorado with the Locals Who Love It" – Photo by Denise Chambers/Weaver Multimedia Group
 
     
 
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