| You may think you have Colorado all figured out. | | | | take a speedy trip down via the Alpine Slide. |
| It's one of those square states in the middle of | | | | If you still haven't done enough, check into renting |
| the map somewhere between California and New | | | | a canoe or pontoon boat for some Stagecoach |
| York, but it's better than most of the others | | | | Reservoir exploration, and schedule a meal to be |
| because it has mountains. Perfect for skiing in the | | | | had in an old fashioned covered wagon, |
| winter, hiking in the summer, and attracting rich | | | | pioneer-style. Summer also brings a number of |
| and famous people who want to get in touch with | | | | special events, so if you can, coordinate your |
| nature, Colorado is mostly filled with pristine | | | | schedule accordingly. |
| villages and slope side mansions that only the | | | | "Strings in the Mountains" is a music festival that |
| most privileged among us could afford. | | | | continues throughout the summer and showcases |
| Colorado indeed stands out for its beauty, and it | | | | the talents of jazz, country, rock, and bluegrass |
| is quite worthy of the celebrity attention that it | | | | musicians, and rodeo fans shouldn't miss the |
| receives, but there's more to it than that. The | | | | PRCA Pro Rodeo Series, which will take you right |
| collection of ski towns within its borders all have | | | | back to the days of the cowboy. One of the |
| their own personalities, and range from upper | | | | highlights of the summer is a festival that |
| crust to modest and unassuming. If you'd like to | | | | combines hot air balloons and arts and crafts. If |
| visit the Centennial State and feel more | | | | this has you wondering what it's all about, you'll |
| comfortable in sneakers than stilettos, consider | | | | just have to go see for yourself. |
| Steamboat Springs as the site of your next | | | | All this and more will fill your plate during your visit |
| vacation. | | | | to Steamboat Springs, and whether you find |
| This unpretentious settlement in the northwest | | | | yourself here during winter or summer, there will |
| part of the state has all the stunning scenery you | | | | be plenty of lodging choices to accommodate you. |
| could ask for in a decidedly friendly, small-town | | | | If you haven't yet thought of it, consider looking |
| atmosphere. The rich history of Steamboat | | | | into renting a vacation home that will have all the |
| Springs as a longtime ranching community | | | | amenities of the finest hotels along with a little |
| combined with its continued efforts to stay in | | | | less hassle. |
| touch with the artistic, musical, and adventurous | | | | Your number one concern is to be close to all the |
| leanings of the Old West make it a one of a kind | | | | great activities, so you'll be satisfied with a place |
| spot. Don't forget, it's also known as "Ski Town, | | | | that exists in the middle of everything. Walking |
| USA," so be prepared for a few exhilarating runs | | | | distance to the Gondola, restaurants and shops, |
| down the mountainside if you happen to visit | | | | as well as a swimming pool and tennis courts will |
| during the winter. | | | | meet your location standards. Yet, despite the |
| Steamboat Springs began as a summer resort in | | | | fact that you are within reach of so many great |
| the early 1900's, attracting thrill seekers with its | | | | conveniences, you won't feel cramped, confined, |
| hunting and fishing opportunities as well as with its | | | | or claustrophobic within the walls of your spacious |
| natural hot springs. Modern travelers have even | | | | mountainside log cabin. |
| more options, as kayaking, rock climbing, golfing, | | | | Your vacation rental can be as fancy or as rustic |
| and hiking have become popular draws, among | | | | as you like, and it can have the amenities you'll |
| other things, of course. | | | | need at a more than reasonable price. If you find |
| Visitors to this jewel of a town will find options | | | | yourself intrigued by this little corner of Colorado |
| galore when it comes to filling their days. A | | | | and by the idea of enjoying the comforts of |
| Gondola ride to the top of Mt. Werner for a game | | | | home while you're away, go online and discover |
| of disc golf or a fabulous Sunday brunch will make | | | | the Steamboat Springs Vacation Rental that's |
| for one great memory, as will a helicopter tour of | | | | been waiting for you. |
| all that the western Continental Divide has to | | | | is a great resource when it comes to locating the |
| show off. Rent a four-wheeler for a bumpy, | | | | condo, cottage, or cabin that will truly make your |
| adrenaline-inducing ride down the mountain, or | | | | next vacation a treat. |