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Aspen/Snowmass – Celebrating 60 Years!
Big Spring Savings on Lifts & Lodging. Purchase a 5-day lodging/lift/rental package by 1/19 and get a FREE night of lodging & FREE day of skiing/riding!
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| A Romantic Retreat: Colorado's Bed and Breakfast Inns |
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 Romance is in the air as Valentine's Day nears. There is snow on the ground and yet the sun is shining. Peaks glisten in the distance, and the air has a tinge of smokiness from a nearby fireplace. Grab a hot cocoa, cozy up with the one you love and spend an extended weekend at one of our charming bed-and-breakfast inns.
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| Celebrate the New Year With Colorado Wine |
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 Looking for a romantic way to toast a new year with your significant other? The majestic valleys of Colorado's Rocky Mountains are blessed with warm days, cool nights and low humidity — perfect conditions for the cultivation of wine grapes with the complex character and chemistry required to produce award-winning wines.
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| Matrimony Atop a Mountain |
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 A moment as significant as your wedding or honeymoon should be held where the scenery is as romantic as the occasion — and Colorado offers just that opportunity. Tucked away in southwestern Colorado, the Chipeta Sun Lodge & Spa in Ridgeway is the perfect location for the Colorado mountain wedding you've been dreaming of. The venue's spaces, including a roof-top patio surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks and the best views in the valley, offer several options for your event.
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| Cool Kids' Stuff |
Click Here! to find fun and free Colorado facts, games, puzzles and pictures at your fingertips.
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| MY TRAVEL PLANNER |
| Need vacation ideas? Click on any of the suggestions below for great Colorado activities. |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Outdoor Adventure
With 42 state parks, Colorado is open for adventure.
For information on other outdoor adventures, visit the Outdoor Adventure page.
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| Upcoming Events Throughout Colorado |
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ECKERT CRANE DAYS & CONCERT
March 10, 2007:
Join us for organized chaos as cranes migrate through ranchlands. Workshops, discussions, presentations, wine and art. March 17, Sweet Sunny South concert dedicated to the cranes. 970-835-9463 or www.eckertcranedays.com.
SNOW ANGELS INVITATIONAL
March 22–25, 2007:
In Aspen, the first Snow Angels Invitational will bring the world's best female snowboarders to compete at Snowmass' world-class superpipe, for a cash prize purse of $20,000. The Snow Angels Invitational will be another highlight of the Bud Light Spring Jam weekend, with the final competition on Sunday, March 25. www.aspensnowmass.com
SPRING THING FESTIVAL
March 24–25, 2007:
Here comes the spring! This Sunlight Mountain annual event features fun competitions, giveaways, a tropical costume contest, mountain bike race on the snow, big air competition, snow golf tournament, radar-judged race and free outdoor live reggae concert. www.sunlightmtn.com
BEST LIFE VAIL FILM FESTIVAL
March 29–April 1, 2007:
Presented by the Vail Film Institute, a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to fostering independent cinema, the Film Festival strives to encourage artistic innovation and promote new and creative filmmaking. World premieres, independents, celebrities, forums and parties make this a must-be-at event for anyone interested in film. www.vailfilmfestival.org.
DINOSAUR RIDGE HAWKWATCH
March 15–April 15, 2007:
In Morrison, search the sky above Dinosaur Ridge for hawks, eagles and vultures. www.rmbo.org/education/field.html
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. |
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Stay tuned for February's issue! |
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Photo Credits:
"A Romantic Retreat" – Photo by Larry Pierce/CTO
"Celebrate the New Year" – Photo by Tom Stillo/CTO
"Matrimony Atop a Mountain" – Photo by Larry Pierce/CTO |
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