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Clark´s Vista Verde Guest Ranch in ´Fall into North America on these 8 Horse Ranch Holidays´

  ​Vista Verde Guest Ranch, Colorado Located in the town of Clark, three hours or so from Denver, here the months of September and October are reserved for adults and cattle work, when guests accompany wranglers out onto over 16,000 acres of forested land to find and gather the cattle before the winter weather sets in. Leaf peeping with a purpose, you won't regret exploring the mountains against the backdrop of the fiery red quaking aspens. read post  

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Why Denver's dining scene is unforgettable

Wally Gobetz     There are a lot of things to love about Colorado's capital and largest city. Its setting alone is an awe-inspiring one, in the shadow of the soaring Rocky Mountains - your first time seeing the Mile-High City in the distance as you approach is one that you will never forget. And once you're here there's is also a lot to see and do, from attractions and culture to nightlife (a seemingly endless array of bars, pubs, clubs, and music venues) and sports (with local football,…

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Dynamic Denver, an urbane, progressive gem of the USA's West

  Library of Congress The USA's 19th largest city (pop. 693,000, metro area 3.1 million), and at 5,280 feet (1,609 meters) its highest-altitude, has come a long way from its humble beginnings in 1859 as a gold-rush mining town. Sleepy at first, much of the "Mile-High City's" growth didn't pick up steam until the 1890s, with the real boom not kicking in till after World War II. Today, this dynamic, high-tech bastion is a major business, cultural, and sports power which trends young and…

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Cliff House at Pike's Peak in 'Sleeping with History at 7 of the USA's most Historic Hotels'

How would you like to spend a night or more at a hotel once frequented by Clark Gable, Ingrid Berman, Marilyn Monroe and a long list of other Tinseltown luminaries? Or snuggle down under the sheets at a former stagecoach stop along the famous Chisolm Trail which played host to George Custer, the cavalry commander in the Civil and American Indian Wars, and Jesse James, who needs no introduction? If luxury and elegance are your preference, how about the Hotel Du Pont in Wilmington, Delaware,…

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  • Some great specials in Colorado Springs at Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn as we celebrate our Silver Anniversary and 25 years of hospitality. Fabulous February and March Madness discounts. 9012280690?profile=original
  • The BROADMOOR’s Jeremy Wilson has been promoted to Director of National Sales for the Rocky Mountain Region. He transitions into this new role after serving as the director of national sales for the Midwest region.
    “The Rocky Mountain region is a critical market to The BROADMOOR’s success,” says Vice President of Sales and Marketing John Washko. “Jeremy has successfully worked with us for a total of 11 years in a number of different departments. This varied experience positions him perfectly in this role. The majority of our annual groups hail from Colorado, so it was important to place an individual in this role who understands both our product and culture.”

    Mr. Wilson’s career at the historic Five Star, Five Diamond resort began in 1999 when he joined the team as Security Manager. In 2001, he was promoted to Executive Meeting Manager and then to National Sales Manager for the Southwest region. Mr. Wilson took over the Midwest region in 2008.

    “Jeremy’s tenure and history of success at The Broadmoor makes him a perfect match for the Rocky Mountain Region,” says Director of Sales, John Rovie. “We are thrilled that Jeremy will be charged with the stewardship of many long-standing customer partnerships.”

    The BROADMOOR is the longest consecutive winner of the Forbes/Mobil Five Star and AAA Five Diamond awards for service excellence. Opened in 1918, The BROADMOOR is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America. Situated on 3,000 acres at the gateway to the Colorado Rocky Mountains, the resort has 185,000 sq ft of flexible meeting space, 744 rooms and suites, three championship golf courses, a Forbes Five Star Spa and Colorado’s only Five Star, Five Diamond restaurant Penrose Room.
  • Check out these great lodging rates for Telluride Blues & Brews! Elevation Vacations: Elevation Vacations is offering 15% off of our listed rates for guests using the promotional code ‘Blues’ at the time of booking. Offer is good for new reservations only staying between July 9th and December 31st, 2011.

    Featured Elevation Vacations Properties:
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    Elevation Vacations in Telluride, Colorado, provides the finest selection of professionally managed, high quality, luxury vacation rentals and lodging services in southwestern Colorado.

    The Peaks Resort & Spa: VIPeaks Package Valid June 23-October 15, 2010
    Enjoy the cool, Colorado mountains of Telluride with the new VIPeaks Package! You and the family will enjoy spa and restaurant specials at Colorado's largest spa and Telluride's hottest new restaurant, Palmyra at The Peaks. For $549.00, this summer package includes: two nights accommodation; 2 For 1 food and beverage; 2 For 1 Spa services; and valet parking and resort fees included. Subject to availability and some restrictions do apply. Call 970-728-6800 or click here (http://reservations.ihotelier.com/crs/p_prod.cfm?HotelID=6575&P...) to reserve your VIP package at The Peaks Resort & Spa today.

    The Peaks Resort & Spa is Telluride’s premiere full-service resort hotel. The property includes 177 beautifully appointed guest rooms including 32 suites, as well as 14 penthouse condominiums and 30 two, three, four and five bedroom mountainside cabins – all with astounding mountain views. The resort offers slopeside access in the winter and is the home to the Pro Shop for the Telluride Golf Club championship course. Onsite dining includes Palmyra at The Peaks, the Great Room, The Lift and Deep End Grill (summer only), as well as in-room private dining.

    The onsite Spa at The Peaks Resort, at 42,000 sq. ft., is the largest spa in Colorado. The Spa features 32 treatment rooms and a variety of relaxing and rejuvenating signature treatments. The Spa also encompasses a full service salon, fully-equipped fitness center including Pilates and yoga studios, certified fitness instructors providing a variety of private and group classes, three-lane lap pool with Telluride's only indoor water slide, indoor climbing wall, gender specific steam rooms, saunas and Roman tubs, and indoor-outdoor heated pool and hot tubs. www.thepeaksresort.com
  • There are ghosts on the mesa! A classic trip to Mesa Verde National Park, now online at The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/2bdjlf7
  • Check out this summer's big cultural/festival doings in Vail, described this week on the Tripatini blog.
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  • Broadmoor Reinstates Popular 72 Hour Sale Starting at Midnight -
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  • Free admission to the U.S. 392 national parks Saturday through April 25th. http://bit.ly/pSKZC
    National Park Week - NPS Celebrates! (U.S. National Park Service)
    National Park Week highlights the amazing natural and cultural resources of the national parks and the rewarding work we do in cooperation with partn…
  • BROADMOOR’S FORBES FIVE STAR SPA WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR

    Colorado Springs, CO (February 2, 2010)..Colorado’s only Forbes Five Star, The Spa at The BROADMOOR, is pleased to welcome Ms. Cassie Hernandez as its new director.
    As a Chicago native, Cassie Hernandez started her career with Estee Lauder Corp in a large Chicago department store as a beauty consultant and then went on to become a professional makeup artist with largest hair salon and day spa in Chicago [Mario Tricoci]. After working in the spa industry for several years, Cassie developed a new love for the art of relaxation, beauty and pampering.
    From 1996 through 2009, Cassie worked for the Red Door Spa Holdings company, including Mario Tricoci Hair Salon and Day Spas. In 2006, she accepted the position as opening General Manager of the Red Door Spa at the Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona, and in 2008, Cassie was selected as one of the top ten spa directors in Arizona by Arizona Woman Magazine.
    “The BROADMOOR is one of 13 spas in the nation to receive the Forbes Five Star rating and we needed a spa director that could not only maintain that excellence but continue to take the spa forward,” says Steve Bartolin, BROADMOOR president and CEO. “We are confident we have found that person in Cassie Hernandez. The breadth and depth of her experience in all facets of spa management along with a wining style and personality that is a perfect fit with the BROADMOOR culture.”

  • If you are a history buff and a fan of historic hotels and resorts, check out our new Broadmoor History Fan Page on Facebook. Broadmoor archivist, Beth Davis, will be adding fun facts and little-known treasures of Colorado's 92 year old legend.
  • Kasey McNabnay Joins Broadmoor Sales Team
    New Sales Manager to Bolster Strong Presence on Colorado’s Front Range

    Colorado Springs, CO (December 10

    , 2009)…The Broadmoor announces the hiring of Ms. Kasey McNabnay as Regional Sales Manager. Ms. McNabnay is the newest addition to The Broadmoor’s team, joining National Sales Manager Tammy Page in increasing the resort’s presence in the Denver and Front Range markets.
    Ms. McNabnay will focus on identifying and expanding business in the group and corporate arenas. Her six years with Four Seasons hotels in New York and Chicago, plus her most recent position as National Sales Manager at Vail Cascade Resort & Spa, is a strong complement to The Broadmoor’s sales efforts.

    “Kasey is a great addition to the team,” says Vice President Sales and Marketing John Washko. “She brings a track record of success to this newly created. The Broadmoor has great customer support from the Front Range. By adding Kasey to assist with our efforts, we are well-positioned to grow our business contacts and opportunities.”
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