Steamboat Springs has always been one of my favorite mountain towns. Although we’ve never had the opportunity to ride its famous Champagne Powder in the winter, we’ve explored this picturesque town in the spring and summer whenever we wanted a change of scenery from Vail. This week we took the opportunity to explore a new
Nestled in the heart of Glenwood Canyon on I-70 lies a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers and those just looking for a rest stop along the highway. The Grizzly Creek Trail winds its way through a picturesque landscape that offers breathtaking sights, lush vegetation, and overall the prettiest views any rest area could
When shoulder season approaches in the Colorado Rockies, those of us who live in the middle of mountains are looking for the nearest getaway when the weekend rolls around. Don’t get me wrong, I love living in Vail and these views never get old, but when the ski resorts are closed and the trails are
The holidays are over and many of us are thrilled to put 2020 in the past. Although this wasn’t the greatest year for humanity, I think we tried our best to get into the holiday spirit and make the most of the season. This year, I broke a personal record by putting my Christmas tree
Last weekend I was given to opportunity to tour the beautiful town of Golden, Colorado in partnership with Visit Golden. I always saw this little town as a place to stop for lunch on my way back to the mountains, so I was excited to spend a night here and actually take the time to
This past weekend, I was invited to an incredible event that combined all of my favorite things: outdoor adventure, delicious gourmet food, and the finest wines and spirits. All of my favorite things in the beautiful setting of a luxurious ski resort, Beaver Creek Winter Culinary Weekend was an unforgettable event. The entire 4 day
“How do you find cheap airline tickets?” The most common question I receive from friends, family, and my followers. And even after I answer the question a million times and write several blog posts on how I score deals, people still think I have this unique talent or a top secret website that helps me
Time flies when you’re having fun and for those of us in Colorado, it’s hard to believe that ski season has officially arrived. The beginning of fall in the high country had an unusual start with snow storm upon snow storm blanketing the Rocky Mountains shortly after an unseasonably warm summer. Keystone and Breckenridge Resort
With the unseasonably warm summer we had here in the high country, the thought of ski season seemed so far away. Every year that passes, the seasons consume me and it becomes hard to imagine the mountains filled with snow and vice versa. This year, our last day snowboarding for the 2018-2019 season was June
I have always felt that until you work in the service industry, you will never have full compassion and empathy for those who serve you while you are on vacation. When I decided to join my husband in the world of hospitality, it was a very exciting leap for me. Over the years, I watched him
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