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How to Plan a Late-Summer Road Trip

How to Plan a Late-Summer Road Trip

Staying and playing at the best mountain resorts this summer doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here's how to plan a late-summer road trip without breaking the bank.

Late Summer Rafting in Colorado

Late Summer Rafting in Colorado

A late-summer rafting trip can be fun for all ages. Here are some of the best rapids to run in August and September - and how to find deals to boot!

Where is the Best Mountain Biking in Colorado?

Where is the Best Mountain Biking in Colorado?

Mountain biking is a perfect way to experience the Colorado outdoors. This blog highlights some of the best rides in the state.

100 Ways to Go Rafting in Colorado This Summer

100 Ways to Go Rafting in Colorado This Summer

Heavy snows in the winter get rafters excited about the coming spring and summer. Because that is when all that melting snow turns Colorado rivers into a whitewater wonderland. For decades, whitewater rafting and kayaking have been favorite summer adventures. Recent heavy winter snowfall has only added to the growing popularity. Whitewater season peaks in […]

Mountain Resort Coupons is now Destination Deals

Mountain Resort Coupons is now Destination Deals

Mountain Resort Coupons has rebranded and relaunched as Destination Deals. The new website focuses on nationwide vacation specials searchable by state, resort area, and deal category. It is a companion site to the winter sports vacation site, SkierDeals.com. While some websites offer discounts on one aspect of your vacation, you can browse specials and discounts on everything at Destination Deals.

10 Sensational Rivers for Whitewater Rafting in Colorado

10 Sensational Rivers for Whitewater Rafting in Colorado

When it comes to epic whitewater rafting, the majestic rivers of the Rocky Mountains are second to none. In the state of Colorado alone, there are more than a dozen commercially rafted rivers. From April through September, the rivers and creeks of the Centennial State run the gamut from mild family friendly floats to Class […]

Whitewater Rafting on the Colorado River Near Glenwood Springs

Whitewater Rafting on the Colorado River Near Glenwood Springs

Whitewater rafting on the Colorado River is such a unique way to enjoy the Rocky Mountain outdoors. Rafting has the amazing ability to turn a day of vacation into a lasting memory that everyone talks about for years to come. This is especially true in the popular section of the Colorado River near Glenwood Springs. […]

Denver to Clear Creek: An Ideal Day Trip for Whitewater

Denver to Clear Creek: An Ideal Day Trip for Whitewater

Denver residents seeking a day escape from the Mile-High City can head 30 miles west along Interstate 70 to Idaho Springs and plan a thrilling day of whitewater rafting in the Rocky Mountains. Sometimes it can be hard to get away from the big city, but Clear Creek is easily accessible and perfect for a […]

Whitewater Rafting: Paddle or Ride?

Whitewater Rafting: Paddle or Ride?

If you’re interested in taking a thrilling whitewater rafting trip on a mountain river, the first thing you should know is that all outings are not the same. There’s a diverse world of whitewater adventures from which to choose, and there’s literally something for everyone of all ages and skill levels in the mountain waters. […]

Can Coupons and Deals Beat the High Cost of Summer Travel?

Can Coupons and Deals Beat the High Cost of Summer Travel?

Taking a fulfilling summer vacation can often times be expensive. In addition to all of the exciting outdoor activities and fine dining experiences on your travel wish list, there’s also the inflated costs of air travel, hotel and resort costs, and transportation expenses like gas or a car rental. With summer prices on the up-tick, […]

Top Colorado Ski Resorts for Summer Fun

Top Colorado Ski Resorts for Summer Fun

What do Colorado ski resorts do all summer long? Well, that’s a great question. Decades ago, bustling winter ski villages turned to ghost towns during the summer months after all of the snow melted. Despite the occasional hiker or bike enthusiast,  there wasn’t much to do other than sight-see. In the past, a typical summer […]

Conditions Perfect for Late-Season Whitewater Rafting in Glenwood Springs

Conditions Perfect for Late-Season Whitewater Rafting in Glenwood Springs

Experts are calling for perfect conditions for late-season whitewater rafting trips on the Colorado River and Roaring Fork from Glenwood Springs, and river rafting adventures are expected to continue through August and into September. So even if it feel like summer is on the way out it’s not too late to plan that whitewater rafting […]

Top 5 Alpine Slides – Steamboat Springs, Park City, Winter Park, Mount Hood, Purgatory

Top 5 Alpine Slides – Steamboat Springs, Park City, Winter Park, Mount Hood, Purgatory

Wait … a roller coaster in the mountains? Yep, it’s true, and it’s happening all over the place. In an effort to bring more diversity to summer mountain adventures, many top summer mountain resorts have been adding alpine slides and mountain roller coasters to their list of warm-weather outings. Major mountain resorts like Park City, […]

Is it a Hot Summer Where You Live? Vacation in the Mountains

Is it a Hot Summer Where You Live? Vacation in the Mountains

When summer hits and temperatures rise, more and more travelers are heading to the mountains for a cool getaway; it’s how to beat summer heat! A vacation in the mountains provides a break from the excessive everyday heat during the summer where you live. The dog days of summer arrive in late June, July and […]

Summer Mountain Vacation Versus Beach Vacation

Summer Mountain Vacation Versus Beach Vacation

Can’t decide between the mountains and the beach for a summer vacation? It’s a common question that vacationers ask when it’s time to get away for some relaxation.  A summer mountain vacation brings forth visions of tall, full trees with plenty of green, wildlife and grand scenery, and a whisk of fresh, cool mountain air. At […]

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