5 Summer Days in Vail

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Two miles from Vail Mountain, this five-story hotel is four miles from the Vail Tennis Center and Vail Golf Course. Guestrooms feature washer/dryer units, fully equipped kitchens, jetted tubs, and separate living and dining areas. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to Lionshead Slope as well as an indoor/outdoor swimming pool.

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Artist and jewelry maker Jim Cotter has been a silver and goldsmith since 1970 and has developed a style all his own. Working with materials from gold to concrete he does not limit himself and his creativity. His work is inspired by nature and anyone who owns a piece of his will wear it with joy. Take a walk through his gallery and maybe even buy something to remind you of nature's beauty.

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Hoppin' apres ski bar with a mix of locals and out of towners.

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The Red Lion features classic Vail charm with incredible live music, excellent food and the perfect atmosphere any time of the year.

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Excellent lunch menu and tasty meals.

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This cozy restaurant bordered by the magnificent Gore Range serves contemporary American cuisine with a twist. A convenient stop for travelers, this restaurant has won Wine Spectator's coveted Award of Excellence for its extensive wine selection. Try the Corn Cakes with chanterelle mushrooms and baby vegetables and, without thinking twice, order the Warm Flourless Chocolate Five-Spice Cake with Coconut Sorbet for dessert. But, if you're in the mood for something more exciting, then the Hot Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake with fresh whipped cream and Myers' Rum sauce should definitely be devoured.

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The unique Gore Range Nature Discovery Center is located high on Vail Mountain, a short walk from the Eagle Bahn Gondola. The humble yurt that hosts nature-based exhibits is open from 10am -4pm year round and features interactive trips on the mountainside to explore the natural wonders of Vail. In the winter, snowshoe on trails while looking for birds and other wildlife; in the summer walk the hillside in search of moose, bear and other Vail locals. Local nature experts offer guided trips for nature lovers of all ages and fitness levels.

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Not your ordinary Marriot, this Vail resort has the appearance of a German chateau and all the amenities of a fine ski lodge. Just a short walk away is a gondola to the top of the mountain and plenty of dining and shopping, while in the resort itself there are two restaurants, a spa and a fitness room. As always with the Marriot, both business and leisure travellers will find everything they desire. Call +1 800 648 0720 (Toll free).

Our Local Expert Says:

Great burgers and a fun atmosphere. Good lunch spot in the winter or summer.

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Most of the menu items at this Vail venue are made from scratch and served in huge portions. The appetizers are what put The Red Lion on the map - with 1" thick onion rings and nachos (beef or chicken) that are almost impossible to finish. The lunch and dinner menus offer Dry Smoked Ribs, Pulled Pork, and a BBQ sauce that is made in-house. Their Red and Green Chili is award-winning. They offer live entertainment, Bingo, and daily drink specials. Be sure to try their signature Lion's Bull!

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If you are looking for a quite getaway in the Colorado Mountain, then Park Meadows Lodge is the best place. Accommodation offered here, ranges from a comfortable studio, one bedroom or two bedroom condos. Kitchens are provided in every unit and a heat controller is provided individually in each unit. They also offer outdoor hot tubs, gas grills and picnic tables. This ensures that your holiday is taken care of in every way. The lodge is located just minutes from the Cascade Village and the Lionshead Gondola. The lodge would be happy to arrange your sleeping arrangements for 1 to 4 people in a one bedroom or studio setting, and up to 8 people in a two bedroom unit.

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Vail Nature Center rests along the banks of the beautiful Gore Creek, encompassing an impressive forest area in the Vail Recreation District. This place also has meadows and streams to add to its natural beauty. The staff here provide all the requisite information to make this visit even more interesting by aiding a thrust to the visitors' curiosity. If there is one thing that bestows tranquility upon the human mind, it is undoubtedly nature. And the Vail Nature Center pleasantly succeeds in doing so.

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D.J's Classic Diner is one of the best restaurants in Vail for breakfast, brunch or lunch. The menu offers eggs, omelettes, breakfast burritos, crepes and more. A favorite among the locals, this place is usually crowded. So consider yourself lucky if you get a place to sit. With a good list of meals to choose from, you can enjoy a simple but tasty food with rates that go easy on your pocket.

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With one and two bedroom lodges along with one, two and three bedroom condominiums to choose from during your stay, the Lion Square Lodge caters to all types. Warm furnishings will make you feel at home after a long day of winter or summer activities. Rest your woolen covered feet in front of a fire while sipping a warm drink after a busy of dogsled tours, ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or sleigh rides. If you chose to come in the slower summer months, stretch yourself out by the poolside before you set out on your hike, bike or fishing journey.

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Bully Ranch, located within the Sonnenalp Resort, has been a favorite of locals and travelers alike for decades. Its relaxed atmosphere and rustic menu keep them coming back. For lunch, sit down to a slow-roasted pork sandwich or a burger they call "definitive." House specialties include baby back ribs, chicken fajitas, and "Fat Tire" Fish & Chips (made with Denver's famous Fat Tire Ale). The chefs get serious at dinnertime; look for the tastiest takes on steak, ribs, shanks, chops and surf & turf that you will ever see. Before or after your meal, browse the selection at nearby Verbatim Booksellers.

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Inspired by intimate dance clubs in New York, Amsterdam and Paris, Samana lounge provides a candlelit atmosphere to dance the night away or relax in style at the lounge.

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Welcome to chef and owner Paul Ferzacca's masterpiece - La Tour. Here you can dine on contemporary French cooking and savor the taste of over 350 wines (which have earned the place Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence). Guests can choose between warm or chilled appetizers - try the Duck Breast & Citrus Salad or the Seared Foie Gras. Main courses are as delectable, if not more so: Florida Grouper, Blue Crab-Crusted Salmon, Panko-Crusted Chicken Paillard, and Sauteed Veal Sweatbreads. You wouldn't expect such a restaurant to offer a children's menu, but this one does.

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Blue Tiger offers a wide range of dishes-you can find sushi, Mediterranean & Latin Tapas as well as Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai cuisines with an extensive wine and martini list to choose from. The setting of the restaurant is like an art gallery with colorful paintings hanging on the walls with blue lights illuminating them. The food is very innovative and the menu keeps changing. Sit back, relax and enjoy your meal. And you don't have to worry about it denting your wallet!

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The Vail Golf Club is an impressive, 8,200 feet high golf course amid the famous Vail Recreation District in the Vail Valley. It is an 18 hole course with lush green stretching to the base of the Gore Range in absolute beauty. Vail Golf Club is a championship course that render all kinds of services including planning, organizing and running the tournament event for its guests.

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With one and two bedroom lodges along with one, two and three bedroom condominiums to choose from during your stay, the Lion Square Lodge caters to all types. Warm furnishings will make you feel at home after a long day of winter or summer activities. Rest your woolen covered feet in front of a fire while sipping a warm drink after a busy of dogsled tours, ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or sleigh rides. If you chose to come in the slower summer months, stretch yourself out by the poolside before you set out on your hike, bike or fishing journey.

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Two miles from Vail Mountain, this five-story hotel is four miles from the Vail Tennis Center and Vail Golf Course. Guestrooms feature washer/dryer units, fully equipped kitchens, jetted tubs, and separate living and dining areas. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to Lionshead Slope as well as an indoor/outdoor swimming pool.

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If you are looking for a quite getaway in the Colorado Mountain, then Park Meadows Lodge is the best place. Accommodation offered here, ranges from a comfortable studio, one bedroom or two bedroom condos. Kitchens are provided in every unit and a heat controller is provided individually in each unit. They also offer outdoor hot tubs, gas grills and picnic tables. This ensures that your holiday is taken care of in every way. The lodge is located just minutes from the Cascade Village and the Lionshead Gondola. The lodge would be happy to arrange your sleeping arrangements for 1 to 4 people in a one bedroom or studio setting, and up to 8 people in a two bedroom unit.

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Not your ordinary Marriot, this Vail resort has the appearance of a German chateau and all the amenities of a fine ski lodge. Just a short walk away is a gondola to the top of the mountain and plenty of dining and shopping, while in the resort itself there are two restaurants, a spa and a fitness room. As always with the Marriot, both business and leisure travellers will find everything they desire. Call +1 800 648 0720 (Toll free).

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The Piney River Ranch offers a complete retreat for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, snowmobiling and hunting form the core of summer and winter activities at the ranch. They have log cabins, cottages and teepees for rent, and a restaurant on-site. Guests can also camp for a fee. They even welcome weddings for those who want Mother Nature to be their cathedral! See their website for all pricing information.

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The Pepi's Bar and Restaurant at Hotel Gasthof Gramshammer is a special place among others for Austrian specialties on the menu. There is a Main room that will enthrall you with traditional continental dishes. The Antler's room is the attraction here with its wild game dinners and table side preparations. If you are bored indoors, then step on to the sunny sit-out that is sure to lift your spirits. Austrian favorites like Hager Schnitzel and Paprika Goulash are prepared to perfection and there is ample to choose from with a wide range of veal and pork delicacies.

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Da Vinci Restaurant is on par with the standards set by Vail Plaza Hotel & Club. The menu incorporates local American cuisine and seasonal dishes, prepared with utmost care. To go with the delicious food is an extensive wine list from the vineyards in Europe. The decor of the restaurant is classy and chic. It caters to the trendy and elite crowd and is a favorite among the locals.

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Wildflower is nestled in the Lodge-at-Vail Rock Resort, and grants you a picture postcard view of the gushing Colorado River while you dine (the endearing potted plants at each table add to the charm). The creative chef is responsible for an ever-changing carte du jour. Savor fusion cuisine - fresh seafare and meat dishes have been crowded into the menu. Seasonal fruit and herbs make for some delicious salads, and you can sip on some very select wines (white, red and port), as you take in the breathtaking vistas of beautiful, rocky Colorado country.

Our Local Expert Says:

Fun crowd and atmosphere with good food to boot!

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Located directly alongside the Eagle River, the Wolcott Yacht Club Grill is a favorite among passing kayakers and rafters who need to stop in and refuel. Whether that means a few ice-cold beers or their wickedly delicious burgers and fish tacos, you'll leave the Wolcott Yacht Club feeling replenished. If you're not passing by on the river, and you're just looking for a great time out, then the Wolcott can provide just that with live music seasonally and a large bar with fast moving bartenders making sure you'll never have to wait to long for a drink. Open seven days a week, Wolcott Yacht Club Grill serves breakfast a little longer on Sundays.

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Larkspur is comfort. Dinners begin with appetizers like Celery Bisque and Salmon Carpaccio, proceed into entrees such as Black Truffle Lasagna and Porcini-Dusted Beef Tenderloin, and end with desserts like the Peanut Butter Brownie Napoleon or the 23 Karat Carrot Cake. Lunch is similarly great, but features a number of gourmet pizzas and sandwiches (as well as a whole new selection of desserts). A kids menu features high-end takes on burgers, mac & cheese and pepperoni pizza. A special bar menu brings out the kid in all of us (try the Truffle-Parmesan French Fries or DK's Texas Chili). The wine list is positively expansive, and many entries are available by the glass or the half bottle. Pop into Larkspur's onsite market for a range of specialty food items such as sandwiches, soups, salads, cheeses, rotisserie game birds, smooked meat and more.

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Colorado River Runs focuses on river rafting and paddling for their tours. They provide guides on the rambunctious Eagle River and the more docile Colorado River, showing off the spectacular mountain scenery of the state. They also have duckies, or inflatable kayaks, for a more intense experience. Their seasons runs from May-Sept.

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With one and two bedroom lodges along with one, two and three bedroom condominiums to choose from during your stay, the Lion Square Lodge caters to all types. Warm furnishings will make you feel at home after a long day of winter or summer activities. Rest your woolen covered feet in front of a fire while sipping a warm drink after a busy of dogsled tours, ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or sleigh rides. If you chose to come in the slower summer months, stretch yourself out by the poolside before you set out on your hike, bike or fishing journey.

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Two miles from Vail Mountain, this five-story hotel is four miles from the Vail Tennis Center and Vail Golf Course. Guestrooms feature washer/dryer units, fully equipped kitchens, jetted tubs, and separate living and dining areas. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to Lionshead Slope as well as an indoor/outdoor swimming pool.

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If you are looking for a quite getaway in the Colorado Mountain, then Park Meadows Lodge is the best place. Accommodation offered here, ranges from a comfortable studio, one bedroom or two bedroom condos. Kitchens are provided in every unit and a heat controller is provided individually in each unit. They also offer outdoor hot tubs, gas grills and picnic tables. This ensures that your holiday is taken care of in every way. The lodge is located just minutes from the Cascade Village and the Lionshead Gondola. The lodge would be happy to arrange your sleeping arrangements for 1 to 4 people in a one bedroom or studio setting, and up to 8 people in a two bedroom unit.

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Not your ordinary Marriot, this Vail resort has the appearance of a German chateau and all the amenities of a fine ski lodge. Just a short walk away is a gondola to the top of the mountain and plenty of dining and shopping, while in the resort itself there are two restaurants, a spa and a fitness room. As always with the Marriot, both business and leisure travellers will find everything they desire. Call +1 800 648 0720 (Toll free).

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Deep in the Rocky Mountains, the ocean makes its mark at the Montauk Seafood Grill. With some of the best seafood around, an extensive and award-winning wine menu, and experienced staff, this restaurant is a great choice for a memorable night out. The menu changes daily to highlight the best products available, with favorites such as the Hawaiian Ahi, seared rare and served with the Rock Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry. For something light, start off with the Tuscan Bread Salad or the selections from the Raw Bar- and make sure to save room for dessert such as the customer favorite, Sand Pie. There are both outdoor and indoor dining areas available, and the restaurant is child-friendly.

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The Sandbar is Vail's hidden hot spot, located in West Vail off of exit 173. We share parking with Sport's Authority and Safeway. Sandbar is the perfect spot to bring the family as the kids have plenty to keep them occupied (pool tables, video games, etc.) and Dad can watch whatever game he desires. Sandbar features every major sports package on 30 huge televisions including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA football and hoops.

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With one and two bedroom lodges along with one, two and three bedroom condominiums to choose from during your stay, the Lion Square Lodge caters to all types. Warm furnishings will make you feel at home after a long day of winter or summer activities. Rest your woolen covered feet in front of a fire while sipping a warm drink after a busy of dogsled tours, ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or sleigh rides. If you chose to come in the slower summer months, stretch yourself out by the poolside before you set out on your hike, bike or fishing journey.

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Two miles from Vail Mountain, this five-story hotel is four miles from the Vail Tennis Center and Vail Golf Course. Guestrooms feature washer/dryer units, fully equipped kitchens, jetted tubs, and separate living and dining areas. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to Lionshead Slope as well as an indoor/outdoor swimming pool.

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If you are looking for a quite getaway in the Colorado Mountain, then Park Meadows Lodge is the best place. Accommodation offered here, ranges from a comfortable studio, one bedroom or two bedroom condos. Kitchens are provided in every unit and a heat controller is provided individually in each unit. They also offer outdoor hot tubs, gas grills and picnic tables. This ensures that your holiday is taken care of in every way. The lodge is located just minutes from the Cascade Village and the Lionshead Gondola. The lodge would be happy to arrange your sleeping arrangements for 1 to 4 people in a one bedroom or studio setting, and up to 8 people in a two bedroom unit.

Description:

Not your ordinary Marriot, this Vail resort has the appearance of a German chateau and all the amenities of a fine ski lodge. Just a short walk away is a gondola to the top of the mountain and plenty of dining and shopping, while in the resort itself there are two restaurants, a spa and a fitness room. As always with the Marriot, both business and leisure travellers will find everything they desire. Call +1 800 648 0720 (Toll free).

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When you need to numb your skiing injuries after a long day on the slopes of Vail, travel a few miles to the mining and railroad town of Minturn and have one of the Saloon's famous margaritas. The Mexican Restaurant revitalized the 102-year-old building in the 70s. The menu includes the usual favorites: nachos, quesadillas, guacamole, burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas and more.