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Family Vacations   We invite you and your family to join us in Costa Rica for 8 days for the vacation of a lifetime! Go snorkeling from a private catamaran, horseback riding by a waterfall, zip lining above the jungle canopy, ATVing to a secluded beach, surfing in the Pacific, river tubing through exhilarating rapids or stroll along the beach, snooze on a hammock, read a book under a shaded palm tree, enjoy a massage, unwind in one of several thermal hot springs, rejuvenate in a soothing mud bath, suntan by the pool and more the choice is yours! (less) ... (more)

Hot Springs & Cool Rafting Packages.   10% OFF Rafting & 10% OFF Lodging. Soak in 100% Natural Hot Springs after your rafting trip. $100 OFF Multi-Day Rafting Trips in Dinosaur National Monument. We are proud to be an Authorized Concessioner for the National Park Service. Family Rafting Trips. Teaching People to Raft since 1972. RIVER RUNNERS has two Arkansas River rafting destinations near Denver, Colorado Springs & the Colorado ski resorts. Visit RIVERRUNNERS Riverside Rafting Resort and Grill in Buena Vista, Colorado or RIVERRUNNERS Royal Gorge Rafting Center in Canon City, Colorado. Call 800-723-8786 to learn why people have been trusting us with their precious families for the last 36 years. (less) ... (more)

Trips on 5 Rivers at 6 Outposts!   We'll find the trip that's perfect for you. We offer adventures for all ages and abilities -- mild & relaxing floats, fun family whitewater and the most thrilling, heart-pounding Class V in the West! FREE wetsuits and splash jackets on all trips. Let us show you the beauty, wonder and fun of Colorado's most popular summer activity. Be sure to check out our award-winning website, where you can watch live-action VIDEOS of all of our trips. We also offer rock climbing, fly fishing and horseback riding. Come stay in our log cabins or campground and make it a multi-day trip! Let us help you create the adventure of a lifetime with AVA! (less) ... (more)

Door-to-Door Service   Let us provide door-to-door service for you from Breckenridge or Keystone while you enjoy your Colorado adventure! Or save $$$ by driving to one of our convenient offices! BWR is centrally located within an hour of five Colorado rivers. Always FREE wetsuits and splash jackets on all of our trips. Our outstanding and experienced guides will provide you with the adventure of a lifetime. (less) ... (more)

Child Aviation Restraint System   The CARES flight harness makes flying with young children safe and simple. Instead of lugging a car seat when you fly, carry the 1 lb, FAA certified CARES child aviation safety harness in your pocket! Installs in 1 minute and approved for all phases of flight. The kids love it, too!

   The Comfort Suites Summit County hotel is surrounded by the scenic Rocky Mountains in the middle of Colorado's playground in the heart of Summit County. This Dillon, CO hotel is minutes from world-class ski areas like Keystone Resort, Arapahoe Basin, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Loveland Ski Area and Vail.

   City-slickers looking for an off-the-beaten-path Colorado getaway with all the frills of a major resort should head to Crested Butte, a historic town tucked away in the Colorado Rockies Elk Mountain Range. With its affordable accommodations, gourmet restaurants, cozy pubs, and eclectic shops, Crested Butte attracts a devoted legion of repeat visitors year-round! Crested Butte Lodging & Property Management Inc. offers the largest selection of lodging in Mt. Crested Butte. Choose from studio condominiums to 4 bedroom homes in prime locations including ski-in/ski-out or walking distance to the slopes. At Crested Butte Lodging & Property Management, we understand the quality of lodging can make or break your vacation. We have carefully evaluated and inspected each property and have categorized our accommodations to further help you make your lodging selection. We want you to come to Crested Butte, Colorado to relax and have fun - not hassle with your accommodations. We promise a vacation you'll never forget! (less) ... (more)

Crested Butte, Colorado ... a winter wonderland!   Most of our winter visitors come here for skiing and then discover everything else that our tucked-away little valley offers. Through surfing our web site, we hope you will start to get a taste of our paradise. Of course, to truly experience it, you have to be here!

   Only steps away from the ski lifts, The Grand Lodge Crested Butte is the only full-service hotel in the valley. Lodging options are surprisingly affordable, and feature 245 oversized hotel rooms or suites with kitchenettes - perfect for families or those wanting to stretch out. Amenities include a year-round heated indoor/outdoor pool, spa, hot tub, fitness room, steam room, plus a restaurant and a deli. For those conducting business, the lodge offers conference rooms and a business center complete with wI-fI high-speed internet access throughout the hotel. Fax, copy and secretarial services are also available. (less) ... (more)

   Cristiana Guesthaus, a cozy bed and breakfast lodge, is the perfect lodging choice for your Crested Butte vacation. Conveniently located just one block north of Elk Avenue and the main business district, the lodge is a short walk to shops and restaurants and about 50 yards from the free shuttle to Crested Butte Mountain and to the Nordic ski center. Built in the early 1960s as the first lodge for the new ski area, the Cristiana owes its heritage to the ski lodges of Europe. A large stone fireplace in the cozy lobby invites guests to sit back, relax, and relive the days adventures - whether on the ski slopes or exploring the surrounding mountains. (less) ... (more)

It's Family Vacation Time   Family-Friendly Vacations is your local, full-service travel agency helping families explore the world. We are certified Sandals/Beaches specialists and have teamed up with Beaches Resorts by Sandals to provide ultra all-inclusive family vacation packages in the Caribbean. In addition to all-inclusive vacations, our services also include adventure trips, cruises, custom itineraries, Disney, dude ranches, multi-generational trips, reunion planning, safaris, themed packages and vacation rentals. Visit our website today and let us help your family get away! (less) ... (more)

Our selection, quality, and experience will make the difference in your Crested Butte Vacation.   We have seen many changes in the ski industry since our Western State college days during the 70's. This year marks our 24th year as owners of Flatiron Sports. In 1981 we purchased the business and have been working with our customers providing the best in products and knowledge. Our customer VIP service has been our #1 trademark. Flatiron Sports staff are the best at what they do because they truly love skiing. From ski repair, to custom boot fitting, their experience, friendliness, and knowledge is what keeps our customers returning year after year. Whether renting for the 1st time, or purchasing clothing or equipment our selection, quality, and experience will make the difference in your Crested Butte Vacation. (less) ... (more)

Official Site of Gunnison-Crested Butte   Winter graces Gunnison-Crested Butte with snow covered Victorian and Western downtown storefronts. These towns are right out of a history book! Friendly locals in authentic 1880s Rocky Mountain towns share their own brand of western hospitality. Ever evolving, Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers up some of Colorados best snow, best grooming and best steeps and, was just voted by readers to SKI Magazines top 20 ski towns. Winter also brings Nordic skiing on over 55 kilometers of groomed trails, an abundance of groomed snowmobile trails and endless powder fields perfect for boondocking! Snowshoeing, ice skating and dogsledding are also favorite past times in the winter. (less) ... (more)

   Peak Property Management and Sales is a full service Real Estate Company, offering Vacation Home Rentals, Long-Term Rentals, Caretaking, Association Management, and Sales assistance when buying or renting that dream home in the Mountains!! Peak Property offers full service Crested Butte lodging, Vacation Rental condos that are conveniently located within the historic town of Crested Butte, Colorado, as well as homes and condos at the Newly Renovated Crested Butte Ski Resort at Mount Crested Butte. Our Crested Butte, Colorado lodgings vary from restored Victorian era homes to spacious newly built inns, homes and condos. The Holiday Season is quickly approaching, if you have not booked yet, please call us right away and we would love to give you more information about several of our fabulous homes. (less) ... (more)

Crested Butte Vacation Rentals   Located at the ski area in the town of Mt. Crested Butte, two miles from the historic mining town of Crested Butte, the friendly tradition of the Nordic Inn has been ongoing since the beginning of skiing in Crested Butte. We are a small hotel (27 rooms), an easy 5 minute walk to the lifts, youll find the Inn is your best bet for convenience and personalized service on the Mountain! The Nordic Inn will truly feel like your home away from home (except that you wont have to do the dishes). We do also have available a few kitchenette units and two houses. Please call for details. Start each morning in our breakfast room with a generous continental breakfast that will keep you playing well into the lunch hour. And after a day of playing hard, our guests are welcome to enjoy a roaring fire, play games or just take advantage of the beautiful views of Mt. Crested Butte. Youll feel right at home in our comfortable lobby featuring a large Norwegian fireplace, games, puzzles and library. WINTER in Crested Butte is filled with fun! Not only are we the home of some of the best downhill skiing and snowboarding in the United States, we cant be beat for Nordic Skiing, Ice Skating, Sleigh Rides, Snowmobiling, and Snowshoeing! And after a great day of playing hard youll have the chore of deciding which of our fine dining establishments to visit. Weve got something for every craving! SUMMER and FALL in Crested Butte are an explosion of color and excitement! Festivals include the Wildflower Festival, Chamber Music Festival, The Reel Fest Film Festival, Festival of the Arts and Fat Tire Bike Week. If thats not enough, try rafting, jeeping, or taking a scenic lift ride to the top of Mt. Crested Butte. Or just relax and enjoy the view from our outdoor hot tub! (less) ... (more)

The Gateway To Taylor Canyon   THREE RIVERS RESORT "The Gateway To Taylor Canyon" is located in the historic Town of Almont. First cabins were built in the late 1800's as sportsmen discovered a paradise in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The beauty of the clear blue skies, high rugged mountains and crystal clear, trout-filled rivers provided a wonderful atmosphere - the perfect getaway. The resort is on the Taylor River and within walking distance to the East and the Gunnison Rivers. The East and Taylor Rivers come together in Almont and form the headwaters of the magnificent Gunnison River. The resort borders the Gunnison National Forest and is a short distance to both Gunnison and Crested Butte. THREE RIVERS OUTFITTING is based out of the general store at Three Rivers Resort offering activities for all ages and abilities. Since 1984 we have been guiding rafting, fishing and kayaking trips. We stage these activities on site through our Fly and Paddle Shops. We book many other activities such as horseback riding, jeep tours, rock climbing, hiking, and mountain biking to name a few. (less) ... (more)

   Whoever said, "Getting there is half the fun!" must have brought a TravelKiddy! TravelKiddy is the premier provider of activity kits and accessories for children. TravelKiddy activity kits provide hours of entertainment at home or on the go with a variety of age-appropriate activities, crafts, small toys, and more. By stimulating the imagination, encouraging creativity, fostering learning, and developing fine motor skills, TravelKiddy engages kids for longer. Parents save time, money and stress with a pre-packaged travel activity kit! (less) ... (more)