Great Lodging Deals to be had in Durango

Many well traveled mountain vacationers know that often some of the best deals can be found in the lesser known gems or areas of popular destinations. As an avid skier, some of my most favorite experiences are the ones that are just a little bit out of the way - or off the beaten path. One of those favorite spots I like to frequent as often as I can is in southwest Colorado. Durango is a central host to much of the history and beauty that makes Colorado such a distinctive state to visit.

Recently I came across a great resource for Durango Lodging deals - the company that is the official central reservations for many destinations with unique experiences - such as Silverton, Cortez, Telluride, Mesa Verde, Salida, Pagosa Springs and several more including options from their neighbor to the north for lodging in Glenwood Springs Colorado.

Here are some examples of current specials they are running:

Durango Winter Train Lodging special: Special $10 off per adult and $5 off per child when riding in the months of January and February

Durango Mountain Resort Ski Deal Buy 3, Get 4 package

Glenwood Springs Ski Free Buy 2, Get 1 package

Check it out today before these specials expire...

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Mountain Biking in Snowmass Village

From beginner to expert, Snowmass has an extensive trail system with over 20 miles of scenic single track and roads to explore. With fall already here, enjoy even more scenic views of the Snowmass Village area with leave turning to gold right now.

The chairlift delivers you to an unbeatable mountain network of trails, while the new five-acre terrain course offers downhill thrills, jumps and berms to test your skill level. Head to the Discovery Zone located at the end of the Snowmass Village Mall.

Ready for a real adventure? Take a hike or bike tour with an experienced guide. Find out more about Snowmass Village Mountain Biking on www.snowmassvillage.com

Snowmass Village: the 29th Golden Leaf Marathon

ASPEN — The Golden Leaf Half Marathon — a scenic race traversing the mountains between Snowmass and Aspen — returns for its 29th year on Saturday. The event is part of the Vasque and Gore Tex North American Trail Tour. The 13.3-mile race begins at 8:30 a.m. from the Snowmass Village.

Participants can register online at www.active.com before 2 p.m. Friday or at the Ute Mountaineer before 5 p.m. Friday for the $35 pre-registration rate. Race-day registration between 7-8 a.m. at the ticket pavilion on the Snowmass Village Mall costs $50.

Cost includes refreshments, raffle tickets, awards, and a T-shirt for the first 400 registered runners.Race packet pick-up is through Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Ute Mountaineer.
Timing chips are mandatory. Pick-up will be from 7-8 a.m. at the race start on race day. Lost chips will incur a charge of $50. All participants must obtain a timing chip or they will not receive a finish time.

Bus service leaves Rubey Park (three blocks from finish) in Aspen for Snowmass Village at 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 a.m. A gear shuttle will also be available at the start of the race and will transport gear bags to the finish line.The course traverses the mountains of Snowmass and Aspen and offers panoramic mountain views.

The trail can be narrow and steep at times, topping out at 9,400 feet in elevation. For more information on Snowmass events, visit www.snowmassvillage.com

Aspen Snowmass Family Friendly resort

While most people know that Aspen is one of the most famous places to ski in the world, many don't know that Snowmass part of Aspen Snowmass resort is the largest and most family friendly 0f the 4 ski & snowboard mountains in the area. While winter is sneaking up on us, you may also not know that Snowmass is in full Swing for the summer into the fall. Check out some of the exciting events happening in the coming months:

Snowmass wellness festival

Snowmass Jazz (JAS) Festival

Snowmass Balloon Festival

Vacation home rentals in Aspen

Looking for the best Aspen vacation home rentals? With over 25 years property management and vacation sales experience the expert staff at 5 star destinations has over 150 distinctive properties to choose from.

Some helpful tips:

Anytime I stay in a premier property for a vacation, I research properties online and find what I am looking for, then call to complete the reservation and make sure the agent also provides me with the following information:

What time is check out/in?
Do you assist or meet and greet at the airport?
Can I have my refrigerator stocked ahead of time?
What events and activities are available during our stay?
Is there daily maid service?
What are the cancellation policies?
What is the weather like during that time of year?
How should we dress?
Do you provide a concierge type service or list of resources and a map upon arrival?

These basic questions will typically get you what you need in order to make sure you have an enjoyable Aspen luxury vacation experience. Hope you enjoy your next vacation to Aspen/Snowmass!