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I've long been a fan of the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek for it's incredible Allegria Spa, spacious rooms with dark wood and sophisticated accents, and its enviable location at the base of the Colorado's Beaver Creek mountain -- easy access to skiing in the wintertime and hiking in the summer. I think I've overnighted at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek four times now (yes, I love the resort hotel that much), but last weekend was the first time I brought along the kids. They, too, give it double thumbs' up. Here's why the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is so family friendly: 1. Welcoming atmosphere for families in the huge lobby and lounge area. As soon as I walked into the Park Hyatt to check in, I noticed just how many kids were clomping around in ski boots, sprawled on overstuffed couches and [Read more]

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