Colorado is a place of natural beauty. The state inspired "America the Beautiful" and served as the backdrop for a number of major motion pictures. It's no surprise that Colorado is also home to some of the most outstanding hiking trails in the country. From high-altitude treks up the side of one of the state's 54 "Fourteeners" (14,000-foot mountains) to relaxing strolls through fields of wildflowers, Colorado has the perfect hiking experience for just about anyone.
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2 nights and a three-quarter-day rafting trip down Browns Canyon for only $48 per person per night.

For discounts on lodging & activities call 888.262.7736

Spend quality time with family at the all-suite Beaver Creek Lodge.

Now is the time to book your summer mountain getaway.

Colorado is home to four National Parks, each with its own unique setting and scenery. Moreover, each park is home to special species of local wildlife. See what you can uncover when exploring the state's national parks.
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Special Rates for Migration of the Sandhill Cranes & Orchards in Bloom.

Escape I–70; voted Men's Journal's Best whitewater & mountain biking.

Raft Colorado's best whitewater river, the Arkansas. Raft now!

Book 4 nights in Aspen & get 20% off at the Aspen Club & Spa. Call 1.800.222.7736 & mention code INT SPA.

2008 U.S. Senior Open (Colorado Springs):

The world's best senior golfers head to Colorado Springs this summer to compete in the U.S. Senior Open Championship. The U.S. Senior Open will begin Monday, July 28 with three days of practice rounds followed by four days of Championship play, July 31 through August 3. The tournament will be held on the East Course at The Broadmoor. More than 150,000 spectators are expected to attend the U.S. Senior Open throughout the week to watch 156 professionals and amateurs (older than 50) battle it out on the greens. This is the sixth United States Golf Association (USGA) Championship staged at The Broadmoor. The first was the 1959 U.S. Amateur won by Jack Nicklaus. The last was the 1995 U.S. Women's Open, won by Annika Sorenstam. Children 17 and younger attending this event receive free admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult. www.2008ussenioropen.com

Make Reservations Now for Mountain Film Festival, May 22-26. Telluride Jazz Festival, June 6-8.
America's premier festival of adventure, cultural and environmental films.

Discoveries await you on Vail's mountain trails and cobblestone streets. Luxurious lodging from $99.

Come to Steamboat for our Hot Air Balloon Rodeo and Art in the Park July 12-13. Packages starting at $100.

Rollin' on the Riverwalk With the Pueblo Symphony (Pueblo) July 4, 2008: Rollin' on the Riverwalk is an annual patriotic concert that joins Pueblo's Riverwalk and the Pueblo Symphony Orchestra. This year, the symphony will perform with the Big Kahuna Beach Party. The evening concludes with a dramatic fireworks display. www.puebloharp.com

105th Annual Cowboys' Roundup Days (Steamboat Springs) July 4–6, 2008: This salute to the Old West is one of Steamboat Springs' oldest traditions. This exciting weekend includes a Fourth of July parade through downtown, a cattle drive, rodeos and is topped off with a fireworks display. www.steamboatsummer.com

Paonia Cherry Days (Paonia) July 3–5, 2008: Paonia's annual Cherry Days Celebration includes a parade, art showcases, live music, carnival games and more. Plus, visitors get to taste some of the best cherries in the country. www.paoniachamber.com

18th Annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival (Denver) July 4–6, 2008: The Cherry Creek Arts Festival weekend event is an award-winning celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts, and enjoys an attendance of 350,000 visitors throughout the three-day event. CCAF gives patrons the rare and special opportunity to meet and talk with international visual artists, sample fine cuisine, visit special exhibits and artist demonstrations, and entertain their families with interactive "Artivities" and exciting performing arts. www.cherryarts.org

Crested Butte Wildflower Festival (Crested Butte) July 7–13, 2008: Crested Butte was officially proclaimed the Wildflower Capital of Colorado in the early '90s and celebrates each year with the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival. Visitors take part in workshops, photography classes, hikes and more, all focusing on nature's beauty. www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com

Rooftop Rodeo (Estes Park) July 8–13, 2008: A colorful Western parade with six PRCA rodeo performances, including saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, bare-back-bronco riding, barrel racing and bull riding. www.rooftoprodeo.com

Denver Polo Classic (Littleton) July 11–13, 2008: The 21st annual Denver Polo Classic weekend includes three days of exciting entertainment that benefit children's charities. Polo weekend takes place on the grounds of the exclusive Polo Reserve Development. Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, patrons and guests enjoy exquisite wines and champagnes, a sampling of the region's finest beers and gourmet food from some of the top restaurants in Denver. www.denverpolo.com

Music in the Mountains (Durango) July 11–August 3, 2008: Music in the Mountains celebrates its 22nd year with 40 performances showcasing inspiring orchestral concerts, chamber music and young artists' recitals. www.musicinthemountains.com

San Luis Valley Rails & Ales Brewfest (Alamosa) July 12, 2008: Head to the San Luis Valley for a one-of-a-kind experience, courtesy of the San Luis Valley Brewing Company. Board the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad and be transported to a high-mountain meadow for a unique beer festival complete with 50–60 different beers, live music, food and unforgettable views. www.riograndescenicrailroad.com

Cheyenne Wells Tumbleweed Festival (Cheyenne Wells) July 18–20, 2008: This annual event features games, crafts, softball, horseshoe and golf tournaments, as well as a Rocky Mountain oyster fry. www.townofcheyennewells.com/tumbleweedfestival

Winter Park Jazz Festival (Winter Park) July 26–27, 2008: Jazz artists from across the country gather in Winter Park for a two-day festival. The 2007 festival featured performers such as Dave Koz, Jazz Attack, Doc Powell and more. www.playwinterpark.com

Arts Picnic (Greeley) July 26–27, 2008: More than 150 juried artists and crafters gather to sell an assortment of wares ranging from watercolors and weavings to pottery, patio furniture and painted flowerpots. Delicious food, fun entertainment and the hands-on kid's area make this a fun weekend for the whole family. www.artspicnic.com

All events are weather permitting and subject to change. For a listing of additional Colorado events and travel information, log on to http://www.colorado.com/ or call 1-800-COLORADO. You can also order a free copy of the Official State Vacation Guide by calling 1-800-COLORADO or visiting http://www.colorado.com/.

Photo Credits:
"The Clubhouse at the Broadmoor" - Photo courtesy of The Broadmoor