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Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Telluride Travel to Colorado
It’s the astonishing natural beauty that draws people to this small corner of the world – not to mention world-class skiing, nationally renowned festivals and an amazing resort community consisting of two colourful towns filled with non-stop events and activities. Simply put, the Telluride area is one of the grandest, most delightful places you’ll ever ski or vacation.
For more information, please contact ResortQuest at 970.728.6621 or visit the Telluride ResortQuest web site at www.ResortQuest.com today to book your next Colorado vacation.
Situated in a boxed canyon surrounded by the highest concentration of 14,000 foot peaks in the continental United States, the historic mining town of Telluride draws you into its postcard scenery where old Victorian homes line the streets like candy canes, and Main Street has the bustling energy of any thriving city neighbourhood. Everything in Telluride Colorado is within walking distance – including the Telluride gondola and ski lifts. Whether you’re looking for great boutique shopping in Telluride, or a cup of coffee or cappuccino with the morning paper, a five-star Telluride dinner at any of of the many distinctive restaurants, or you would like to people watch, at only about a mile square, you’re never far from the action at this Colorado resort town.
Platformed at mid-mountain Telluride CO and rising more than 9,000 feet in elevation, the European-style town of Mountain Village Telluride hosts rejunvenating spas, gorgeous lodges, world class golf and is the center for all ski-school adventures and services. Connected to the town of Telluride by a free 12 minute gondola, Mountain Village Colorado is a great escape that offers some of the best sunsets and alpenglow around.
Whatever your preference, the town of Telluride or Mountain Village Colorado, ResortQuest Telluride offers something for everyone with the area’s best selection of vacation rentals: a unique blend of condominiums, townhomes, private homes, suites, studios and hotel rooms sure to suit all tastes and budgets. We are certain that you will love Telluride Colorado as much as we do!
The Telluride CO Scene at a Glance
Nestled in the Canyons of Colorado the excitement awaits:
Telluride Festivals:
Ouray Ice Climbing Festival (January)
Comdey Festival (February)
AIDS Benefit Fashion Show & Gay Ski Week (February – March)
Mountain Film Festival (May)
Balloon Rally and Festival (June)
Wild West Festival (June)
Telluride Bluegrass Festival (June)
Telluride Jazz Festival (August)
Culinary Arts Festival (August)
Telluride Film Festival (September)
Blues and Brews Festival (September)
New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks (December)
Dining options at Telluride Colorado:
Try Cosmopolitan (American), 221 South Oak Bistro (American), Allred’s (American and French) or La Marmotte (French). For something more casual at Telluride Colorado, try Honga’s Lotus Petal (Pan-Asian), Rustico (Italian), Cornerhouse Grill (American) or Fat Alley Barbeque (American).
Telluride Nightlife and Shopping:
Popular bars include the New Sheridan, Brown Dog and Last Dollar Saloon. For art, try the Telluride Gallery for Fine Arts. For a good book and cuppa joe, try Between the Covers Bookstore & Coffee House. Try Two Skirts and Scarpe for great boutique women’s clothing at Telluride CO. For other clothing and sporting goods, Bounty Hunter and Telluride Sports can certainly deck you out.
Attractions and Activities in Telluride Resort
Telluride Historical Museum, the historic Sheridan Opera House, Telluride Helitrax, Telluride Outside (guided fishing, biking, river rafting and Jeep tours), Bridal Veil Falls.
Telluride Bear Creek Lodge
The Bear Creek Lodge is Mountain Village’s newest deluxe ski-in/ski-out lodge in Telluride Colorado. The ski slopes are conveniently accessed via a semi-private lift. Enjoy tranquility, exquisite views and the finest accommodations in these spacious one to four bedroom condominiums. Amenities include an outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, fitness center, business center, high speed internet access in each condominium, complimentary shuttle service to Mountain Village Center, underground parking, ski-valet service, concierge and more. Every one, two three and four bedroom unit at the Bear Creek Lodge in Telluride Colorado is fully equipped with the finest furnishings, stainless steel appliances, spacious bathrooms and closets, washer dryers and much more. Plus maid service is offered every other day. Most of the condominiums have their own private balcony.
Break Creek Lodge at Telluride Colorado is truly your home-away-from-home, so book through ResortQuest today at 888.683.9836.
Labels: Bear Creek Lodge, Colorado Travel, ResortQuest, Telluride, Telluride Hotels, US Resorts, Winter Activities
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Live the Life at Red Mountain | Red Mountain Resort, Rossland, BC
The biggest news that we could ever give you is... Red Mountain just announced that each purchaser of a new home in either Slalom Creek or Morningstar on March 3rd will receive (2) lifetime ski passes at the Red Resort!! You and your partner can ski for free for the rest of your lives if you purchase a home on March 3rd.
By the way, have you seen RED Mountain Resort lately...in the Forbes Top Ten List, countless ski magazines, your local newspaper, television station, mailbox, and from all of your friends?? Are you wondering what all the fuss is about at RED Mountain Resort? You registered for more information, and it's all here!
Two RED Resort major announcements were made in December, including the first new chairlift in 30 years, and the signing of a deal with the 5-star, boutique Valencia Hotel. Things are abuzz here as RED Mountain Resort receives the recognition of being rated the numer 7 ski resort in all of North America, and coined "B.C.s next big thing" by the noted lifestyle magazine, 'Sunset', among other accolades.
In its 110-year ski history, the town of Rossland has come a long way, but very little has changed here about the experience of it all. Ever heard of little to no lift lines on an unbelievable powder day? That is certainly something that the privately owned Red Mountain is working hard to preserve. Currently the RED Mountain Resort terrain covers 1,585 acres, while the future lift expansion plan would increase it to over 4,200 acres.
There is a very limited opportunity for you to have an address at the base of RED mountain. Slalom Creek at RED Mountain Resort, the premiere, ski in/ ski out property at the base of the lifts is currently under construction with a scheduled completion of November 2007. Morningstar at RED Mountain Resort, in its dramatic, and intimate location is scheduled for occupancy shortly thereafter.
The 48 exceptional homes available for this season will be offered by a Selection Event on March 3rd.
Please contact us at 1.888.362.7007 if you are interested in learning more about this opportunity of a lifetime at RED Mountain Resort. Reservations are going fast for this limited time offer.
Best Regards,
Peters Peters
Red Mountain Sales Associate
888-362-7007
Sotheby's International Realty Canada
sothebysrealty.ca
Red Mountain Presentation Centre Address:
1960 Columbia Ave.
Rossland BC
V0G 1Y0
Tel: 1 888 362 7007
www.liveatred.com
Labels: BC, Canada Resorts, Red Mountain, Red Mountain Resort, Rossland, Summer Vacation, Winter Activities
Planning your vacation to Steamboat CO?
If you are, make sure you contact ResortQuest for the latest information on packages, accommodations and deals that you can get for your Steamboat Colorado holiday. You can call 970.879.8811 or you can visit their web site at www.resortquest.com.
Steamboat CO. There are plenty of reasons Steamboat Colorado is home to more winter Olympians than any other community in the world: an extraordinary mountain, Champagne Powder and a friendly western town dedicated to excellence are just a few. With over 20 lifts, 3,000 acres and 142 trails, Steamboat’s six peaks can be enjoyed by all. Discover a freerider’s paradise in the Mavericks Superpipe and SoBe Terrain Park.
Visitors leave Steamboat CO with warm memories of alpenglow sunsets, fine dining (there are more than 70 restaurants) and winter fun with sleigh rides, snowmobiling and dog sledding. Perhaps their soul was restored with an invigorating spa treatment or a restorative soak in Steamboat’s natural hot springs.
When twenty seven feet of snow melts, the Yampa Valley erupts into velvety green meadows awash with wildflowers and aspen groves. Sunny skies and idyllic temperatures make the choices very difficult indeed at Steamboat Colorado. Hiking, biking, gliding down the alpine slide, fly-fishing, white-water rafting, horseback riding, scenic hot-air balloon rides? Or maybe take a Steamboat gondola ride and spend the day relaxing atop Mt. Werner admiring the spectacular views of the Yampa Valley. Tee off on one of Steamboat’s Pro-Rodeo. Discover Steamboat’s cultural side at the internationally acclaimed Strings in the Mountains Music Series, the Steamboat Wine Festival, Art-In-The-Park or at any one of the summer festivals at Steamboat. This is precisely why folks come back to Steamboat CO year after year.
The Steamboat Scene at a Glance
Don’t miss these fun things to do in the Steamboat Resort in Colorado.
Festivals at Steamboat:
Cowboy Downhill (January)
Winter Carnival (February)
MusicFest (March)
24 Hours of Steamboat (June)
Steamboat Marathon (June)
Hot Air Balloon Rodeo (July)
Beaux Arts Festival (August)
Steamboat Wine Festival (August)
Steamboat Triathlon (September)
Wild West Air Fest Labor Day Weekend (September)
Literary Sojourn (October)
Dining at Steamboat CO
Try Saketumi (Sushi and Asian Fusion)
Café Diva (French and Eclectic)
La Montana (South-Western, Mexican)
For more casual, try Cugino’s Pizzeria (Italian) or Slopeside Bar and Grill (American)
Steamboat Nightlife
Nightlife is at its best in winter. The rustic Tugboat Grill & Bar is always a good bet for live music and dancing. The Tap House is a popular sports bar. Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill offers a great selection of local handcrafted ales, live music and Steamboat’s best happy hour specials. The Cantina offers Steamboat’s best fresh squeezed homemade margaritas.
Shopping at Steamboat CO
Interesting shops and galleries line Lincoln Avenue between 5th and 9th, including the art galleries Artisan’s Market of Steamboat and Steamboat Art Company. For kitchen paraphernalia, local foodstuffs or an espresso, go to The Homesteader. For all things Western, F.M. Light & Sons is the jackpot. For a bit of nostalgia, try Lyon’s Corner Drug & Soda Fountain, an old-time soda fountain shop.
Steamboat Attractions and Activities
Amaze’n Steamboat Maze, Tread of Pioneers Museum, Yampa River Botanic Park, Steamboat Lake State Park, Routt National Forest, Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area, Flat Tops Wilderness Area, Howelsen Hill, Steamboat Lake Marina, Stagecoach State Park, and Steamboat Lake Outfitters (horseback tours).
Labels: CO, Colorado Travel, Steamboat, Steamboat Resort, Summer Vacation, US Resorts, Winter Activities
Tuesday, February 6, 2007
Traveling to Aspen / Snowmass Colorado?
One of the most established and well-run premier vacation home and condominium rental company in the world’s finest resorts is ResortQuest Vacation Home Network. You can find out more about ResortQuest online at www.resortquest.com.
Aspen/Snowmass, Colorado Travel
It is the combination of our beautiful natural environment, the exhilaration of our recreational activities and the inspiration of our cultural events that make Aspen and Snowmass one of the world’s greatest vacation destinations for travel in the United States. Yes, celebrities do frequent here, as do folds from every other walk of life around the entire globe.
Aspen/Snowmass is home to four mountains known around the world for their incredible skiing: Aspen Mountain, Buttermilk Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Snowmass Mountain. With over 5,246 acres of skiable terrain, there’s room for experts and beginners alike. One lift ticket gives you all four mountains, high-speed lifts and the ESPN Winter X Games slopestyle course. A fabulous ski and snowboard school program tops the list of on-mountain activities. When you are not on the slopes, you can choose from great activities such as horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowmobiling to the infamous Maroon Bells, ice skating or hot-air balloon rides over the mountain peeks at Aspen/Snowmass Colorado.
Surrounded by nearly 500,000 acres of the White River National Forest, there’s ample room for the summer or fall outdoor enthusiast’s most audacious checklist. Outfitted for white-water rafting, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and fly-fishing, our summer months boast warm, sun-filled days perfect for any outing and a very active nightlife. Take a stroll through the pedestrian mall in Aspen or peruse the Snowmass Mall to find a large selection of internationally famous boutiques. Or take an Aspen/Snowmass gondola trip to 11,212 feet for lunch at the Sundeck. Finally, be sure you attend at least one of our awesome, annual extravaganzas, such as the Aspen Music Festival, Jazz Aspen Snowmass Festival, Food & Wine Festival or the arts at Anderson Ranch.
Whatever your desired time of year, ResortQuest Aspen or Snowmass can provide you the perfect accommodations for your next family vacation or group adventure.
The Aspen/Snowmass Scene at a Glance
Besides the great skiing, snowboarding, or playing in the snow in general, there are some fantastic things to do in Aspen and Snowmass.
Festivals at Aspen and Snowmass throughout the year
- Gay & Lesbian Ski Week (January)
- Winterskol Celebration (January)
- HBO Comedy festival (March)
- Chili Pepper and Brew Fest (June)
- Food & Wine Festival (June)
- Jazz Aspen Snowmass (June through September)
- Fourth of July Festival (July)
- Motherlode Volleyball Tournament (September)
- Aspen Music Festival (June through August)
- Snowmass Hot Air balloon Festival (September)
- Aspen Film Festival (September)
Attractions and Activities at Aspen and Snowmass, Colorado
Aspen Art Museum, Wheeler/Stallard House Museum, Ashcroft Ghosttown Tours, Maroon Bells Blazing Adventures outfitter.
Dining at Aspen and Snowmass CO
Try Krabloonik (international and wild game) or Takah Sushi (Sushi/Japanese). For something more casual, try Su Casa (Mexican) or Woody Creek Tavern (American).
Aspen and Snowmass Nightlife
The young and the energized, dancers and live music lovers will probably like Syzygy and Club Chelsea. Opened in 1892, the Red Onion is as rambunctious and popular as ever; The Cirque is a great après hangout. Mezzaluna and J-Bar are sophisticated alternatives.
Shopping at the Aspen and Snowmass Village in Colorado
High-quality, unique and very expensive – that sums up the shopping in Aspen. Browse the art at Aspen Grove Fine Arts and Duval Smart Gallery. For gifts, go to Chepita. Curious George Collectibles has silver buckles and other Western-style accessories, some of which they claim once belonged to desperadoes. For clothing, try Kemosabe (Western wear), Freudian Slip (fine lingerie) and Gorsuch, Ltd. (outdoor).
For more information, contact ResortQuest.
Labels: Aspen Nightlife, Colorado Travel, Shopping, Snowmass Mountain, Summer, Traveling to Aspen, US Resorts, US Travel, Winter Activities


