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Things to do in Vail, Colorado. Rosie's Travel Tips 4

July 16, 2011 By wtdadmin

Summer Heat, Summer Fun Vail, Colorado

Hi, It’s Rosie. How are those Vail, Colorado vacation plans coming along? Getting excited yet?

Welcome to the fourth edition of my Vail Travel Tips. It’s interactive, so you can plan your Vail vacation with me and WhatToDo.info As I’ve told you before, I have the travel bug, and I love the Colorado high country, especially in summer. I’ve lived in Vail since the early ’70s and have visited many countries and lived around the world, but I always come home. There are so many activities up here for all ages of “kids” that checking out the website is the best way to pick and choose.

Go to vail.whattodo.info and look at the possibilities under “Family Fun.” Normally, activities are varied enough that there’s plenty for everyone to do. For scheduled events, look at the our Home Page and click on “Calendar” or click on it here and go directly to the calendar. There are weekly rodeos, library story hours, kids’ camps and children’s theatre. There’s a free concert at the Ford Amphitheater every Tuesday evening, a wonderful spot for a picnic. Classical music comes for the month of July – check the calendar for Bravo! Vail Music Festival. The Vail International Dance Festival showcases ballet dancers from around the world in early August. Not to miss. You can pedal a paddle boat on Avon Lake just about any time.

Wear those kids out, but you may wear yourself out, too. The list goes on: Adventure Ridge in Vail, arcades and games, water parks, ice cream shops, a climbing wall, gymnastics. You get the drift. This is a wonderful place for children to grow up, and children who come here for a visit will want to linger. It just might be time to find a grassy knoll, a coffee shop, a park bench or have a nap in your hotel.

Happy travels and Welcome, Rosie

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Things to do in Vail CO. Rosie's Travel Tips

July 12, 2011 By wtdadmin

Hi, I’m Rosie. Welcome to my Travel Tips page for your Vail, Colorado vacation. It’s interactive, so you can plan your vacation with me and WhatToDo.info. I love to travel, and I love the high country. I’ve lived in Vail since the ’70s, have traveled and lived around the world, but I always come home. Have you ever been to Vail? If you have, let me know what you did on your last Vail vacation. It’s hard to fit it all in, don’t you think? Probably time to come back. If you have questions about visiting these mountains in all their natural beauty, WhatToDo.info and I can find the answers for you. Together, we have comprehensive resources to share with you. This is your chance to interact with What To Do’s lead blog author. Share your experiences and find out how to have a memorable vacation. Finding lodging is your first task. If you don’t know where you want to stay, check out our maps and lodging site and last-minute deals that show what’s cooking in different parts of the valley. Go online and look for the best deals on accommodations at WhatToDo.info. While you search, look for activities that you’d love to do once you unpack your bags. Some days are perfect for adventure; others might be lazy days in the sun or at the spa. There are short outings and big hikes. Talk to me. Personally, when I have free time I like to go for a hike or take out my road bike and pedal the length of the valley. Much of the bike path is along the Eagle River, and it just makes me happy to be there. But maybe you like something else. What kinds of adventures do you look for when you travel? Maybe your partner likes to golf, but you and the kids want to explore. We are connected with hundreds of businesses and service providers who can help plan your day – your entire Vail trip, for that matter. In my opinion, Vail has it all in summer – its clear skies and natural setting invite vacationers to try something new or do the thing they love. Horseback riding or hiking. Biking or golf. Kayaking or a hot air balloon ride. Write to me about your interests and specific things you might want to do to make this your best vacation. Remember, this is Colorado high country, and it’s a wonderland out there. View More of Rosie’s Vail Travel Tips at WhatToDo.info Blog

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Martin Luther King Weekend activities at Vail and Beaver Creek

January 15, 2010 By wtdadmin

For a holiday weekend getaway, drive to Vail and enjoy the winter activities around the valley from Vail to Beaver Creek to Edwards. Check out What To Do Magazine and www.funafar.com online. There are coupons for restaurants, rentals, activities that will stretch that dollar further.

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Vail Valley Partnership recognizes its member businesses

October 29, 2009 By wtdadmin

Nominations for the 2009 Success Awards have begun… Nominate a Vail Valley Business today! Nominations for the 2010 Vail Valley Success Awards will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Friday, November 13th, 2009. To be eligible, the nominated business must be a Vail Valley Partnership member in good standing through February 1, 2010. For full eligibility requirements please visit www.vailvalleypartnership.com. Winners will be announced at the VVP Success Awards Gala. The theme this year is the ’Candlelight Ball.‘ It will be held on Friday, February 5, 2010 at the Lodge at Vail. The winner of the Non-Profit of the Year award will be announced in advance and will receive a portion of the event’s proceeds.

Besides the Non-Profit category, there will be awards for Business of the Year; Small Business of the Year; Entrepreneur of the Year; Green Business of the Year; and the Corporate Citizenship award, which recognized the organization that has contributed the most to the public good through programs, funding, employee participation and management commitment. Those who wish to nominate a business can contact Ruthie Carlson – rcarlson@visitvailvalley.com

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Joint partnership in Vail, Colorado to save the national forests and watershed.

October 7, 2009 By wtdadmin

The Hayman Restoration Partnership is a joint project of Vail Resorts, the National Forest Foundation (NFF), and the USDA Forest Service, who are working together for healthy forests and clean water. The Hayman Restoration Partnership will be one of the most comprehensive forest health and watershed public-private partnership post-fire restoration projects in the country. Seven years after Colorado’s largest and most devastating wildfire this collaborative work projects aims to restore forest health and water quality to this critical ecosystem located approximately 70 miles from Denver. The public is invited to learn more about the partnership’s efforts to protect and celebrate the natural environment and to sustain all of our resources for future generations.

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New Vail Valley Business Network will give Vail, Colorado businesses a social network

October 3, 2009 By wtdadmin

The Vail Valley Partnership is proud to launch the Vail Valley Business Network. This is a new member-only social network designed to allow Vail Valley businesses to share ideas, suggestions, tips, business-to-business discounts and more. Visit the Web site to learn more about local events or to promote your own events, sales or specials.

Information on the Vail Valley Business Network includes:

1. News from Vail Valley Partnership member businesses;
2. Real-time Twitter updates about Vail and Beaver Creek;
3. Vail Valley calendar of events; and
4. Discussion boards and the ability for VVP members to ask questions of other partners, promote member discounts or to learn from others in the community.

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GLENWOOD CAVERNS ADVENTURE PARK’S MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN OFFERS TUNES, VIEWS AND BREWS, PLUS A CHANCE TO HELP LIFT-UP

September 22, 2009 By wtdadmin

Enjoy two evenings of Music on the Mountain from popular local bands: Xact Change on Sept. 26 and The Missing Link Band on Oct. 3, with drink specials and a “can for a tram” to benefit LIFT-UP

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, Colo., is pleased to present Music on the Mountain, with two great evenings of live music, drinks specials and a chance to help LIFT-UP in the process. The outdoor concert series will feature two popular local bands, Xact Change on Sept. 26 and The Missing Link Band on Oct. 3, performing from 4 – 8 p.m. on top of Iron Mountain. Guests can ride the tram for free, up to a $12 value, with the donation of one can of food per rider beginning at 3 p.m. on the day of each concert. All of the donated food will be given to LIFT-UP to help stock up its Glenwood Springs food pantry for the coming holiday season.

“We’re really excited about Music on the Mountain this fall,” explained Steve Beckley, who owns Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park with his wife Jeanne. “It’s a chance to sit back and enjoy the music and the views with friends, and help out others in our community at the same time.”

On Saturday, Sept. 26, Xact Change will hit the stage with an eclectic mix of dance music that ranges from classic rock to pop to country. Xact Change band members come from up and down the valley and always bring a lot of energy and excitement to their performances. The following Saturday, Oct. 3, The Missing Link Band will get the crowd moving with an energetic blend of dance rock, funk and groove tunes. This Glenwood Springs band is known for its ability to please any audience with its diverse range of music.

The Lookout Grille and Iron Mountain Saloon will be open for dinner and refreshments, featuring $2.50 Coronas, and $2 Coors and Coors Lights. The Adventure Park’s rides and attractions will be open during the concerts. A Day Pass, just $25 with the free tram ride, includes unlimited access to the Canyon Flyer alpine coaster, Swing Shot giant swing, Ft. WhereAmI maze, Bungee Trampolines; 4D Theater, Laser Tag, Demon the Mechanical Bull; Wild West Wagon, Speleobox cave simulator, Doc’s Rock climbing wall and Giddy Up! Western ride. For more information about Music on the Mountain, call 945-4228, ext. 111.

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About Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Located in scenic Glenwood Springs, Colo., midway between Aspen and Vail, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park offers a one-of-a-kind mountain-top adventure for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The Adventure Park features a gondola ride, three different tours of Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves, dining, and attractions including an alpine coaster, 4-dimensional theater, laser tag, giant swing, a climbing wall, gemstone sluice box mining, simulated Conestoga wagon experience, bungee trampolines and more. Ideal setting for groups and birthday parties. www.glenwoodcaverns.com

About LIFT-UP
LIFT-UP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential humanitarian assistance in the communities we serve. We have offices and food pantries in Carbondale, Glenwood Springs, New Castle, Rifle and Parachute. The Extended Table Soup Kitchen serves warm, nutritious meals each Monday through Friday. LIFT-UP has been effectively and efficiently meeting needs in our local region since 1982, thanks to the support and generosity of our caring community. www.liftup.org

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Weekends in September, pleasures of the high country in Vail, Colorado

September 10, 2009 By wtdadmin

The first days of September have carried with them the beauty of the best days of summer. The full moon is just beginning to wane. If you’re lucky when dusk approaches, you might see dear grazing by the roadside and a fox or two. Wherever you are, a getaway to the Rockies and these fine days of late summer is worth the planning and the time. There are golf, restaurant, and lodging deals now that Labor Day is over. Some real values for weekenders who may just drive an hour or two to enjoy the light of dawn or early evening. Go to funafar.com to do your trip planning, be it a weekend or a week in the Colorado mountains.

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Vail Stables provides fun and enjoyment for Vail, Colorado vacationers.

August 31, 2009 By wtdadmin

A Family-Run Stable in the beautiful White River National Forest.

Guided horseback rides for adults and children ages six and up. Vail Stables has the most convenient location and the best views of the Gore Range and the entire Vail Valley. Charming guides will take you to secluded areas above Vail, through Aspen glades, dark stands of Evergreens, across crystal clear creeks, and green meadows. We also offer a wide variety of daily summer camps for kids 3-17 between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Saturday. Let the children enjoy The Ranch while you enjoy some guilt-free alone time on your vacation.

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Performance Tours Rafting for Vail, Colorado vacationers

August 22, 2009 By wtdadmin

Before the snow flies, check out a raft trip near Vail, Breckenridge, Idaho Springs, or the Royal Gorge. The scenery is stunning and the excitement can be high or relaxed. It’s affordable and for all age groups and abilities. Performance Tours has guided more than 250,000 guests. They know Colorado rivers and have teams of guides who can take individuals and family on a trip that will become your best vacation memory.