Denver boasts many museums, gardens and professional sports teams. The Blue Bear is a popular statue that is friendly and wants to know what’s going on inside!

Although Denver is steeped in history with historic districts, it also has malls, pedestrian pathways and beautiful, modern architecture. This is a glimpse of a quiet downtown Denver at dawn.

All of Colorado resides on the Colorado Plateau. This is the 4 corners region of the South West including Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Arizona. Colorado’s elevation begins at 3,000’. Hydration is very important! Electrolyte additive is a valuable preventative for altitude sickness. Drink water and go easy on the altitude at first arrival.

Denver: the capital of Colorado, 5,280’ high, thus the ‘mile high city’. Colorado was the 38th state admitted to the union in1875. It was noted for its silver and gold mines during the rush in the 1800’s. 

RED ROCKS - An outdoor music venue that’s hosted string quartets to rock stars through the last 75 years! It’s sandstone walls, stage and seating provide perfect acoustics and a 50-mile view of Colorado countryside.

MANITOU SPRINGS -  A quaint village which was sacred among the Sun Mountain Utes for its natural carbonated mineral springs and unique geographic features. The natural springs still sprouts. If you choose, you may drink the water, feel the bubbles and taste minerals! Ancient Pueblan Cliff dwellings are a short drive away.

GARDEN OF THE GODS - Unique geologic formations give you magnificent rock formations. It all begins in the Pleistocene Ice Age, which resulted in the erosion and glaciation of the rock, creating the present rock formations. The ancient sea remains of mountain ranges, alluvial fans, sandy beaches, and sand dune fields can all be found in the rock. Hiking trails, horseback riding, an extensive trading and an occasional animal sighting round out the visit.