Everyone knows that Aspen, Colorado, has a well-deserved reputation as a mecca for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. But believe it or not, life carries on here even after the lifts are no longer operational. In fact, if you have a nose for fresh air, a little altitude and an abundance of sunshine, you...

Shaped by the rugged Rocky Mountains, wild rivers and a past that runs from dinosaurs to gold fever and storied resorts, Colorado is a state with a history worth considering. Which is why, when it comes time from a broad selection of Colorado hotels you might want to pay special attention so those...

You might think that the only fine art you’ll need to consider while in the slick ski resort town of Aspen, Colorado, is that of executing your run down the mountain with obvious skill. But that would be to sell short the other artistic angles worth considering in this tourist charmer, from the perf...

With an elevation that ranges from 8,000 to over 14,000 feet across a rugged stretch of the Continental Divide, Rocky Mountain National Park has a climate as diverse as its topography. In fact, on a bone dry day at Estes Park, east of the Divide, you might well find rain or even snow around Grand ...

The world at large might know Breckenridge, Colorado, for its ski resort. But that, certainly, is to underestimate this alpine aerie’s other assets. Framed by forested mountains and often snowy peaks, this historic gold rush town has atmosphere, yes, but also an abundance of outdoor activities on of...

It’s no secret that Colorado Springs, Colorado, the state’s second-largest city, was the inspiration for the poem now immortalized in the patriotic favorite, “America the Beautiful”. Mountain majesties like natural landmark, Pikes Peak aside though, there’s more to this flourishing city than just lo...

There’s no getting around the fact that to plan for only a single day in Rocky Mountain National Park is to short shrift one of Colorado’s prettiest parks. And that’s not because this park takes in a substantial 265, 000 acres or so. Consider its rocky peaks, its hidden meadows, quiet forests, alpin...

Yes, it’s true. The face of Vail, Colorado, that you know best might feature snowy slopes, people-watching in lift lines and a ramble along its charming, alpine-like streets. And yes, you might already have a natural high just from inhaling that good clean air, all the crisper for the town’s elevati...

When planning a trip to Colorado ski resorts, there’s a very long list of options to consider. But what if you want something other than downhill? Or maybe you’re plotting a big mountain group getaway that includes both downhill skiers and those cross-country types, who would rather sp...