Colorado | RTX Traveler Magazine Issue 18 | Colorado
Colorado is a state of extremes that typifies the mystique, romance, and wide open spaces of the American West. It’s the home of legendary frontiersmen Kit Carson and Doc Holliday, and numerous silver mining operations and gold rushes have taken place here, with fortunes won and lost. The state contains 222 state wildlife areas, and 75 percent of the country’s land area located above 10,000 feet in elevation is in Colorado. There are 52 “fourteeners” in Colorado- peaks over 14,000 feet tall, and the state contains the highest incorporated city in the U.S. (Leadville, 10,430 feet.) If you want to walk on the highest bridge in the country, look no further than the Royal Gorge Bridge, which crosses 955 feet above the Arkansas River. But it’s not all about the physical wonders of this state, the people are also welcoming, friendly and proud. Join us as we explore two stunning high country destinations in the great state of Colorado!
Articles about Colorado
Dirty Dozen
Hiking- it’s really just walking in nature. But what lies around the next bend? What wildlife, natural features, views, and flora will you see? These curiosities are what drive every hiker, and Colorado has some of the best hikes in the country to satisfy them.
3 Things to Know Before You Visit
Mountain vistas all around. Pristine alpine lakes. Endless forests of Aspen trees. All of this scenery at altitude is beautiful, but it can take your breath away, among other things.
Colorado
Colorado is a state of extremes that typifies the mystique, romance, and wide open spaces of the American west. It’s the home of legendary frontiersmen Kit Carson and Doc Holliday, and numerous silver mining operations and gold rushes have taken place here, with fortunes won and lost.
Epic Discovery Fun Park
Both Breckenridge and Granby take advantage of the altitude at their ski resorts, even in the summer. Visitors to Winter Park Resort and Breckenridge Ski Resort will find new ways to glide down the mountain and enjoy the ultimate in summer fun at two unique summer fun parks.
Broken Compass Brewing Company
With more than 230 craft breweries located in the state (more than 10 percent of the nation’s microbreweries), beer lovers flock to Colorado to enjoy the freshest trends and tastiest brews. They’ve got everything ranging from everyday macro offerings by Fat Tire and New Belgium to rare seasonal barely and tripel ales.
Dog Days of Summer
The golf cart sped along, almost silently gliding over the road in the White River National Forest, the sound of the meaty off road tires gripping the dusty surface and the commands of the driver were all that was heard. This cart was motivated by dog power, ten Siberian Husky sled dogs to be exact, and they were getting their morning exercise on this summer day.
Lazy River Rafting
The Colorado River can certainly be intimidating. Images of towering, crashing whitewater and swirling pools might dance through your head, but not all of the 1,450 mile river is wild. Mad Adventures, located near the headwaters of the Colorado, offers day trips that are mild enough to take the entire family.
Breaking the Cycle: Hard Charging the Rocky Mountains
Crisp air, astounding mountain vistas, challenging climbs, and a huge variety of trails and roads: anyone can plainly see why Colorado is a mecca for cyclists, both on and off road. You’d just better bring a good set of legs (and lungs.) Let’s start the discussion with Winter Park, which lies just 20 miles from Granby and is known as Mountain Bike Capital USA.
Take the High Road
Just minutes from your door in Granby lies the highest continuous paved road in the country. Trail Ridge Road is 48 miles of a stretch of U.S. Highway 34 that reaches 12,183 feet in elevation and connects the east and west ends of Rocky Mountain National Park.
The Inn at Silver Creek and Lodge by the Blue
RTX is proud to offer two new family-friendly exchange accommodations that will allow you to enjoy the majesty of Colorado year round. They are both in the high country east of Denver and each location has its own personality.
Travel Tips: Colorado
Denver International Airport (DEN) is an attraction in itself, and also contains some mysteries.
A Foundation of Success
Efficiency, a focus on customer service, and a new technology bump were key factors in getting RTX onto the short list of nominations for the 2017 Cornerstone Award, presented by the Canadian Vacation Ownership Association (CVOA.) In September, RTX was presented the prestigious award at the annual Vacation Ownership Conference in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, put on by the CVOA.