Where can you go where the average annual snowfall is more than 300 inches? Colorado, of course! Each year travelers escape to the Rockies for a incredible winter vacation experience.
Did you know that Colorado is the nation's premier ski and snowboard destination that has more than 2,000 trails and 33,000 acres of mountain terrain in 26 ski resorts? Plus, Colorado has plenty of off-mountain activities that include dog sledding, snowmobiling, snow shoeing, ice climbing and more than you might expect. This winter is a great time to head to Colorado to find affordable Colorado vacation packages and special offers available across the state.
Family time on the slopes can be a challenge when each has a different skiing ability. No problem with Keystone Resorts programs that offer family private ski and ride lessons. Keystone’s program allows kids to enroll in a daytime ski/ride program, which gives Mom and Dad time to enjoy their on- or off-mountain adventure but gives the whole family a chance to reconnect at the end of the day.
It’s quality family time on the slopes with the added benefit of parents learning new tips and techniques from Keystone’s ski school coaches. In no time, the entire family will be on the right track, and skiing the trails together.
Keystone offers more than 1,500 choices for lodging year-round ranging from cozy bed-and-breakfast rooms to luxurious private homes, condominiums and hotel rooms. The Keystone Lodge, a RockResort, a Preferred Hotel, Zagat and AAA Four-Diamond establishment. Each offers guests beautiful mountain views, many amenities and excellent service. Keystone guests receive access to a pool or hot tub, free HBO and Disney Channel, free resort shuttle service, and kitchens and fireplaces in most condominiums, as well as free Adventure Passports.
Keystone Resort is a short, 90-minute drive from Denver International Airport and 70 minutes from the Vail/Eagle County Airport. Shuttle, rental car and limousine service is available from DIA. Rental car and chartered shuttle service is available from the Vail/Eagle County airport. A free resort-wide shuttle service transports guests to all lodging and activity destinations at Keystone.
By Melody Schubert
For complete information on planning your vacation to Colorado, including lodging, attractions and activities, logon to www.colorado.com or call 800-Colorado for a free official state vacation guide.
