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November 14, 2011 | Author: ColoradoGal
I'd never heard of the new "Element by Westin" hotel brand before booking a stay at the Element Denver Park Meadows with my family last weekend. We wanted to use some of my Starwood Preferred Guest Starpoints for a quick shopping trip to the big city, and [Read more]
Posted in: Hotels | 5 comments
February 16, 2011 | Author: ColoradoGal
My 18-hour stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Denver earlier this month was quite short, but I managed to enjoy some of the on-site amenities and take in the classy ambiance at this high-rise hotel in the middle of downtown Denver. Here are the highlights: 1. [Read more]
Posted in: Destinations, Girlfriend Getaways, Hotels, Romantic Getaways | 1 comment
May 26, 2010 | Author: ColoradoGal
My family and I are admittedly not that big on museums. When we travel, we tend to visit attractions that are outdoors, or we explore a new-to-us area via foot, bike, skis, raft or zipline. But during our long weekend in Denver last fall, we decided to check [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel | 11 comments
January 18, 2010 | Author: ColoradoGal
I met the upbeat and energetic Esther Lee of Trekaroo.com back in the spring of 2008 just before the family-travel website launched on the scene. I knew the colorful, friendly site would be a great success, and indeed, it seems like every day more content is [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel | 2 comments
November 20, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
I've spent an inordinate amount of time in Denver this fall. I'm not complaining -- I'm happy to descend from my little mountain town to the "big city" as often as possible. After all, Denver's got loads of things to do whether you're visiting for a family [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel, Girlfriend Getaways, Hotels, Romantic Getaways, Travel Tips | 5 comments
November 4, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
I'll admit the name threw me off a little. I see the words "supper club," and I think swanky joint with dancing -- you know, a spot for adults only that might require my sporting something other than jeans. But the Wazee Supper Club, on the corner of Wazee and [Read more]
Posted in: Family Travel | 2 comments
October 23, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
Every time my kids and I drive into Denver via I-25 and they see the roller coasters, Ferris Wheel and Tower of Doom, I hear, "When can we go to Elitch's? How come we've never been to Elitch's?" Last weekend I finally obliged my poor, deprived children with a [Read more]
Posted in: Destinations, Family Travel | 1 comment
October 4, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
Ever travel somewhere alone and really wish you had your friends, your kids or your spouse around to share the special spot you? That's how I felt at Highland Haven, in Evergreen, Colorado, last month. I visited the historic bed and breakfast (former cabin [Read more]
Posted in: Hotels, Romantic Getaways | 3 comments
May 22, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
Everyone's looking for a bargain these days. And why not? The best things in life are free! The Mile-High City of Denver offers visitors some fabulous free things to do. Here are my picks: Ride the 16th Street Trolley. The 16th Street Pedestrian Mall is the [Read more]
Posted in: Budget Travel | 2 comments
February 17, 2009 | Author: ColoradoGal
President Obama is in Denver, Colorado, today, signing the $787 billion economic stimulus package. In his honor, and in recognition of the bill that might get the U.S. economy back on track, here are six free sightseeing or outdoor activities you can enjoy on [Read more]
Posted in: Budget Travel, Destinations | no comments
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