Steal Away to Steamboat Springs

Steal Away to Steamboat Springsadrenaline-inducing ride down the mountain, or
06th July 2006take a speedy trip down via the Alpine Slide.
Author: Caitlin MooreIf you still haven't done enough, check into renting
You may think you have Colorado all figured out.a canoe or pontoon boat for some Stagecoach
It's one of those square states in the middle ofReservoir exploration, and schedule a meal to be
the map somewhere between California and Newhad in an old fashioned covered wagon,
York, but it's better than most of the otherspioneer-style. Summer also brings a number of
because it has mountains. Perfect for skiing in thespecial events, so if you can, coordinate your
winter, hiking in the summer, and attracting richschedule accordingly.
and famous people who want to get in touch with"Strings in the Mountains" is a music festival that
nature, Colorado is mostly filled with pristinecontinues throughout the summer and showcases
villages and slope side mansions that only thethe talents of jazz, country, rock, and bluegrass
most privileged among us could afford.musicians, and rodeo fans shouldn't miss the
Colorado indeed stands out for its beauty, and itPRCA Pro Rodeo Series, which will take you right
is quite worthy of the celebrity attention that itback to the days of the cowboy. One of the
receives, but there's more to it than that. Thehighlights of the summer is a festival that
collection of ski towns within its borders all havecombines hot air balloons and arts and crafts. If
their own personalities, and range from upperthis has you wondering what it's all about, you'll
crust to modest and unassuming. If you'd like tojust have to go see for yourself.
visit the Centennial State and feel moreAll this and more will fill your plate during your visit
comfortable in sneakers than stilettos, considerto Steamboat Springs, and whether you find
Steamboat Springs as the site of your nextyourself here during winter or summer, there will
vacation.be plenty of lodging choices to accommodate you.
This unpretentious settlement in the northwestIf you haven't yet thought of it, consider looking
part of the state has all the stunning scenery youinto renting a vacation home that will have all the
could ask for in a decidedly friendly, small-townamenities of the finest hotels along with a little
atmosphere. The rich history of Steamboatless hassle.
Springs as a longtime ranching communityYour number one concern is to be close to all the
combined with its continued efforts to stay ingreat activities, so you'll be satisfied with a place
touch with the artistic, musical, and adventurousthat exists in the middle of everything. Walking
leanings of the Old West make it a one of a kinddistance to the Gondola, restaurants and shops,
spot. Don't forget, it's also known as "Ski Town,as well as a swimming pool and tennis courts will
USA," so be prepared for a few exhilarating runsmeet your location standards. Yet, despite the
down the mountainside if you happen to visitfact that you are within reach of so many great
during the winter.conveniences, you won't feel cramped, confined,
Steamboat Springs began as a summer resort inor claustrophobic within the walls of your spacious
the early 1900's, attracting thrill seekers with itsmountainside log cabin.
hunting and fishing opportunities as well as with itsYour vacation rental can be as fancy or as rustic
natural hot springs. Modern travelers have evenas you like, and it can have the amenities you'll
more options, as kayaking, rock climbing, golfing,need at a more than reasonable price. If you find
and hiking have become popular draws, amongyourself intrigued by this little corner of Colorado
other things, of course.and by the idea of enjoying the comforts of
Visitors to this jewel of a town will find optionshome while you're away, go online and discover
galore when it comes to filling their days. Athe Steamboat Springs Vacation Rental that's
Gondola ride to the top of Mt. Werner for a gamebeen waiting for you.
of disc golf or a fabulous Sunday brunch will makeis a great resource when it comes to locating the
for one great memory, as will a helicopter tour ofcondo, cottage, or cabin that will truly make your
all that the western Continental Divide has tonext vacation a treat.
show off. Rent a four-wheeler for a bumpy,