Category: Colorado

Capella Telluride, Colorado

By on Feb 16, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Colorado, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Capella Telluride, the  first US  retreat for Capella Hotels and Resorts, welcomed its first guests last week. Telluride’s snow-packed terrain is a favourite this season, rated the number two ski resort in North America by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler. And ski enthusiasts can satisfy their wanderlust thanks to Capella Telluride’s special introductory winter […]

Fresh snow at The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa‏, Telluride

By on Jan 28, 2009 in Accommodation, Colorado, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

With over 10 inches of fresh powder and more coming down, now is the perfect time to book your Telluride vacation. Experience the world-famous slopes at their very best. The Peaks Resort is just steps from the area’s premier skiing and a place where you can be assured of  crisp attention to detail and warm […]

Buy 3 and get the 4th free deal at Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa

Buy 3 and get the 4th free deal at Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa

By on Jan 14, 2009 in Accommodation, Colorado, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Enjoy the amazing snow and all that the Vail Mountain Lodge has to offer with their “Post Holiday” Lodging and Lift Ticket Deal. Stay four nights and ski for four days and receive the 4th free from the Vail Mountain Lodge & Spa from  now through until 12th February  2009. The deal includes 4 nights […]

15% off at The Osprey at Beaver Creek, Colorado

15% off at The Osprey at Beaver Creek, Colorado

By on Dec 20, 2008 in Accommodation, Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Opening its doors this month, The Osprey at Beaver Creek is the closest ski-in/ski-out hotel to a ski lift in North America. This winter enjoy the mountain ambiance and contemporary furnishings at The Osprey at Beaver Creek. Rates start at $336 per night. Pricing is valid for travel January 4, 2009 – February 11, 2009. […]

Culinary delights reach new heights in Colorado Springs

Culinary delights reach new heights in Colorado Springs

By on Nov 12, 2008 in Accommodation, Colorado, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Culinary delights reach new heights at Summit, a recent addition to The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs.   Designed by Adam Tihany, Summit is a symphony of curving windows, steel beams and wood-panelled columns, all echoing the dramatic angles of the neighbouring Rockies. Executive Chef Bertrand Bouquin’s American brasserie fare emphasises fresh, seasonal ingredients. For the holidays, […]

Embassy Suites: 62 hotels in the next 3 years

By on Aug 30, 2008 in Accommodation, Central America, Colorado, Costa Rica, Florida, Hotels, Louisiana, Mexico, Missouri, North America, Panama, Regions, South America, Tennessee, Texas, USA, Venezuela

Embassy Suites Hotels, an upscale Hilton brand, is planning to open 62 franchised hotels in the next three years.  It currently has 192 hotels, and officials say the planned properties represent the strongest development pipeline in the brand’s 24-year history. New properties will include locations in Memphis, Denver, New Orleans, Houston, St. Louis and Miami. […]

Ski free stay free at The Osprey at Beaver Creek

Ski free stay free at The Osprey at Beaver Creek

By on Aug 05, 2008 in Accommodation, Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Stay at The Osprey at Beaver Creek, the closest ski-in/ski-out hotel to a lift in North America and receive one night of lodging and one day of skiing free. Package includes deluxe accommodation and lift tickets for two to Vail or Beaver Creek. Package prices start from $788 per person.

Boundless activities in the heart of the Rockies

Boundless activities in the heart of the Rockies

By on Apr 22, 2008 in Accommodation, Colorado, Family Travel, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, USA

Retreat to the magnificent Rocky Mountains and unwind amid beautiful spring and summer vistas in the heart of our The Peaks Resort‘s See Forever Village. Experience the rustic mountain trails, wild flowered meadows, wide-open spaces, and endless blue sky that provide thrilling outdoor recreation for the entire family – from horseback riding, to hiking, and […]

Record achievement for The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs

Record achievement for The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs

By on Jan 30, 2008 in Accommodation, Books, Colorado, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, USA

Whilst the Mobil Travel Guide celebrates its 50th anniversary, The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs will mark its 48th consecutive  year on the  five star  list, making it the longest-running five star property in Mobil Travel Guide’s history.   That’s no mean achievement! Also  enjoying five star status in Colorado is The Little Nell in Aspen.

The Porches private residences in Colorado

The Porches private residences in Colorado

By on Nov 19, 2007 in Accommodation, Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Colorado’s ski season is quickly approaching and, as you prepare for your winter getaways, I wanted to pass along information that’s been sent to me on one of the hottest ski destinations, Steamboat Springs and The Porches.  The Porches is  a premier second home community with a variety of ownership opportunities in its Private Residence […]

GrandLuxe Limited

GrandLuxe Limited

By on Aug 24, 2007 in Colorado, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

From  this autumn, several Amtrak routes will include five-course meals, personal butler service and mahogany interiors, as part of the national operator’s new partnership with GrandLuxe Rail Journeys. Known as GrandLuxe Limited, the new service will enable Colorado-based GrandLuxe (formerly known as American Orient Express) to a wider customer base, whilst no doubt  acting as […]

Telluride Festival of the Arts 2007

Telluride Festival of the Arts 2007

By on Aug 05, 2007 in Colorado, Events, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

The  Telluride Festival of the Arts, one of the nation’s premier outdoor fine arts festivals,  has announced  its schedule of events for 16th-19th August 2007. Against the backdrop of the majestic San Juan Mountains, the festival offers visitors the opportunity to meet and talk with renowned and emerging visual artists from across the United States […]

Great Summer Vacation Packages at KSL Resorts

By on Jun 12, 2007 in Accommodation, California, Colorado, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Texas, Travel Miscellany, USA, Virginia

Make this summer one for the memory books with great summer vacation packages at KSL Resorts: Hotel del Coronado – Coronado, California Relax and renew at San Diego’s hottest new spa, just steps from the “best family beach in America” (Travel Channel). Click here for offers La Costa Resort and Spa – Carlsbad, California Legendary […]

Steamboat Ski Resort opens for summer season

Steamboat Ski Resort opens for summer season

By on Jun 05, 2007 in Accommodation, Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, USA

With Intrawest‘s recent $239.1 million acquisition of Steamboat Ski Resort, now is the perfect time to experience the allure and excitement of Steamboat Springs’ endless entertainment and unmatched real estate offering.  It’s  fast becoming the most sought-after mountain destination in Colorado and sales  are up and continue to climb! Steamboat opens for the summer season […]

Interview with Bruce Shugart of The Porches in Steamboat Springs

Interview with Bruce Shugart of The Porches in Steamboat Springs

By on May 23, 2007 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Colorado, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Michigan, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

As one of the co-developers of The Porches in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Bruce Shugart brings more than 40 years of custom home building and commercial development experience to the project. Bruce serves as co-principal and manager of Structural Associates, where he oversees all aspects of The Porches as well as projects in a variety of […]

"Run from Reality" adventure packages with Preferred Boutique

“Run from Reality” adventure packages with Preferred Boutique

By on Mar 29, 2007 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, California, Colorado, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah, Wyoming

Preferred Boutique, an exclusive portfolio of more than 80 member properties, is inviting travellers to live on the wild side with its new “Run from Reality” adventure travel package. The package highlights seven properties from Preferred Boutique’s adventure category – Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort, The Pines Lodge, Snake River Lodge & Spa, Elk Mountain […]