Ski Colorado on Your Rocky Mountain Vacation

Posted in Rocky Mountain Vacation on May 1st, 2012 | 0 comments

A great winter Rocky Mountain vacation includes a ski trip to one of the fabulous resorts in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Skiing began as a necessary means of transportation during the gold rush of the 1830s. Deep snow made roads and trails impassable, so immigrants from the Scandinavian countries showed the miners how to use skis and snowshoes to get around in the mountains. Even the postman delivered on skis!

Some of the more exclusive ski resorts include Aspen, Vail, Beaver Creek, and Telluride. The rich and famous from all over the world come here to ski and to enjoy a Rocky Mountain vacation in the spectacular scenery. Five-star hotels and gourmet meals are readily available at any of these resorts.

Other resorts that offer some of the best skiing in Colorado make up The Gems. These somewhat lesser known ski areas can offer you a great ski experience at family prices.

The Gems include ski areas at Arapahoe Basin, Eldora, Loveland, Monarch Mountain, Ski Cooper, Echo Mountain, Powderhorn Resort, SolVista Basin, and Sunlight Mountain.

At the Gems you can get more Rocky Mountain vacation than you expect. Because these areas tend to be less crowded, you have less wait time for a lift to the top and more trails to ski. Each of these ski areas has its own character, so do a little research first and select the one fits your style best.

Where to stay on your Rocky Mountain vacation can be a tough decision. You can choose from five-star hotels, chain hotels, bed and breakfast inns, condos, and lodges in all price ranges. If you stay at one of the ski resort areas you might choose one with easy mountain access. A variety of rooms and suites is available at many locations.

Some have in-house restaurants and all are near a wide variety of dining options, from romantic dinners for two to family dining that everyone will enjoy.

Some ski areas offer special ski packages that include transportation, room, lift tickets, and lessons. Some also offer free activities like snowshoeing and ice skating with room rental. You can enjoy Alpine skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports on your Rocky Mountain vacation. Try one or try them all!

Another consideration when planning your Rocky Mountain vacation is transportation. If you fly into Denver International Airport, do you want to rent a car, or ride one of the resort shuttles? If you want to spend more time vacationing and less time driving, or if you want to avoid driving snow packed mountain roads, you might want to fly into one of the seven regional airports that serve these mountain communities.

With more than 11.5 million skiers hitting the slopes each year, you might also want to think about when to come for your Rocky Mountain vacation. Ski season begins as early as October in places like Loveland Ski Area, Arapahoe Basin, and Silverton. The higher elevation, early snow storms, and snow making equipment help skiers get an early start in these areas.

The early season at other ski areas runs from November through most of December. The skiing is generally good, but the crowds are larger for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. If you want to find a ski bargain, wait until January. Many resorts offer discounted packages to attract post-holiday skiers. You can get a lot more Rocky Mountain vacation for your money if you shop around.

February and March are generally the stormiest months in the mountains. The snow falls fast and deep. The slopes are packed with skiers looking for fresh powder. Mid-March and most of April bring spring break crowds, but again, most resorts offer bargains on ski packages, so you might want to consider planning your Rocky Mountain vacation this time of year.

The real beauty of a Rocky Mountain vacation is that you can ski almost all year round. Many resorts are often open until late June or early July, depending on the spring storms. You could have two vacations at once, skiing at the higher elevations and whitewater rafting farther down the valley.

Packing for your Rocky Mountain vacation any time of the year should include layers of clothing. It might be 85 degrees and sunny in Denver, but it can be 30 and snowing along the Continental Divide. Sunscreen and lip balm with 25 SPF or higher is a must. The sun is intense in the higher elevations, even when it is cloudy. Sunglasses that provide UV protection are also a necessity. The glare from the snow can be blinding, and you really do want to see where you are going.

Winter is a great time to enjoy a Rocky Mountain vacation. There are many resorts to choose from that will fit your personal style and budget. Many offer special packages that can help you stretch your vacation dollars. A little thought and planning can help you create a perfect ski experience for yourself and your family. Come and ski Colorado!

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Summit Vacations Announces Complete Lodging, Home and Condo Rental Services

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BRECKENRIDGE, CO (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

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Most months out of the year, visitors are sure to find something worthwhile to experience at Breckenridge Co Vacation. The quality of Breckenridge Co Vacation at Summit Vacations is among the best when compared to others in North America. Breckenridge has an atmosphere that is extraordinary. Vacationers do not need to buy or bring their equipment for Breckenridge Co Vacation, because rental services are also provided at Summit Vacations. Breckenridge, Colorado makes a great vacation spot because of its plenty of amusement spots and incredible scenery. Whether it is winter season or summer season, there will be no scarcity of amusing diversions.

Breckenridge Colorado Home Rentals are available at an affordable rate at Summit Vacations. Quality room, privacy, and amenities as well ski slope access is provided. Summit Vacations Breckenridge Colorado Home Rentals is reasonably priced and is a one-stop-resource among North Americas Breckenridge Colorado Home Rentals. Breckenridge Colorado Home Rentals hit their peaks during Memorial Day, Labor Day.

Most of the Breckenridges winter guests are there to ski. Breckenridge Colorado Ski resort has made it competitive for other ski resorts in North America. Luxury and comfort of guests are the top most priority of Breckenridge Colorado Ski at Summit Vacations. Skiing, snowboarding, classic restaurants, bars, art galleries and museums are some of the other attractions of Breckenridge Colorado Ski resort.

Breckenridge Resort Lodging is another specialty of Summit Vacations. Booking engine provides both agents and guests with the unique ability to search across multiple Breckenridge Resort Lodging locations and vacation rental simultaneously. Summit Vacations offers great discounts on advance booking of Breckenridge Resort Lodging.

Summit Vacations is the ideal choice of adventure lovers to have thrilling vacation at Breckenridge and Colorado. Fantastic selection of Breckenridge Activities & Travel Services including Ski Rentals is being offered at Summit Vacations. A reservation has to be made fast as Breckenridge rentals are always in great demand.

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Tories mull privatizing VIA Rail routes

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Tories mull privatizing VIA Rail routes
Federal officials are considering privatizing some of VIA Rail's longest and most scenic routes – including the quintessentially Canadian journey between BC and Ontario, and the Rocky Mountain run between Jasper and Vancouver.
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Annual Denver Green Expo Attracts Visitors from Across the U.S. Who Book …
For families traveling with children, Romano says it makes sense to book a Rocky Mountain area vacation rental property instead of a hotel room, for a much more comfortable stay at a fraction of the price of a hotel room. ColoradoVacationRentals.com is …
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My Vacation:Train Trek to Montana
Snowmobile trails through smaller mountains near Glacier are packed and deep at the top, but rocky and muddy the closer you get to the bottom. We had a good time anyway. Actually I think we fared better than the summertime hordes because we had the …
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where are the rocky mountains located ?

Posted in Where Is The Rocky Mountains on May 1st, 2012 | 2 comments

Question by Chris R: where are the rocky mountains located ?
also any picture of the rocky mountain where all the mountains come out in the picture ????

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Answer by Charlie
The Rocky Mountains run from Canada thru the U.S. Different sections have different names. There are thousands of individual mountains…no way to show a picture of all of them. See article below for basic info. See articles listed at bottom of page for more info.see 2nd site for many photos.

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Canadian Rockies Family 2012 with Collette Vacations

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www.collettevacations.com Adventure awaits in the majestic Rockies with a single hotel stay in the heart of Banff! Travel by all-terrain Ice Explorer to the top of the 1000 foot thick Athabasca Glacier. Take a wagon train along the Sundance Canyon. Learn about the rich history and legends of the Stoney natives during a cruise on Lake Winnewanka. Soar among the peaks aboard a gondola to visit the Bear Interpretive Center on top of Mt. Whitehorn. Walk the shores of glacier fed, turquoise blue Lake Louise. Enjoy a bike ride with spectacular Banff National Park as our backdrop and rafting along the scenic Bow River. The Rockies will come to life for your family with each amazing discovery.
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