| If you're hoping for a way to | | | | and snow make this a slice of heaven for |
| incorporate fantasy, luxury, beauty, and | | | | cold weather adventure lovers. Seven |
| calm into your next vacation, then look | | | | bowls mean there are acres and acres of |
| no further than Vail, Colorado. This | | | | ski-worthy land, so you'll never feel |
| skier's haven is the largest ski resort | | | | limited or claustrophobic as you sample |
| in North America, and offers all that | | | | the slopes. |
| you could ask for in a mountain retreat. | | | | In addition to the natural wonders and |
| Even the summer months will tempt you to | | | | extreme leisure pursuits, Vail hosts |
| visit, as the fresh mountain air and | | | | several special events throughout the |
| bountiful activities make this a | | | | year. The Teva Mountain Games let |
| year-round destination. | | | | amateurs and professionals compete in a |
| Start by taking a look at the big | | | | number of alpine-themed disciplines, the |
| picture; a gondola ride will lead you to | | | | International Dance Festival brings out |
| the top of Vail Mountain's Adventure | | | | the artistic side of the village, and |
| Ridge, where you'll be free to take all | | | | numerous music festivals help to keep |
| the time you want to soak in the | | | | the melody of the mountains alive and |
| gorgeous view. Play a round of disc golf | | | | well. All in all, a visit to Vail will |
| or wander around for a bit, and then | | | | leave no time for boredom and no room |
| rent a mountain bike for an exhilarating | | | | for dissatisfaction. |
| return to earth. Numerous hiking trails | | | | To top off your Vail vacation, be aware |
| provide another way to enjoy the alpine | | | | of all the lodging offerings that are |
| surroundings, so be assured that you'll | | | | available. Ample mountains mean ample |
| end every day in Vail feeling exerted | | | | mountainside vacation rentals, so settle |
| yet full of life. | | | | for nothing less than spectacular when |
| From kayaking to golfing, horses to hot | | | | choosing a place to hang your hat. Hide |
| air balloons, summers in Vail are chock | | | | yourself away, maybe along with your |
| full of enticing offerings and delicious | | | | significant other, in a cozy cottage |
| diversions. The mild weather will keep | | | | within a grove of aspens. You'll feel |
| you happy to be outside, where you can | | | | alone when you want to be, yet close |
| stroll the shopping centers in search of | | | | enough to civilization to join it when |
| fine art and unique souvenirs. Dining | | | | you're ready. |
| options include world-renowned | | | | Whether you're traveling with your |
| restaurants as well as fast food joints, | | | | friends or with your family, Vail is |
| so you'll find whatever you're in the | | | | sure to deliver the goods. Making |
| mood for. | | | | memories and reconnecting with the ones |
| When the sun has set, head to town for | | | | you love is what it's all about, but if |
| some live music, dancing, or a few | | | | you happen to squeeze in some |
| drinks on a deck beneath the stars. | | | | invigorating activities and fine dining |
| Leave behind all worldly cares and enjoy | | | | at the same time, so much the better. |
| the feeling of being above it all. There | | | | Breaking away from the average hotel |
| will be plenty of time to be responsible | | | | scene will further prompt an |
| later, so for now, just relax and let | | | | extraordinary vacation, so go online to |
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| serious. | | | | Rental. The mountains are waiting. |
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| trails, 34 lifts, and plenty of sunshine | | | | |