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Jan 16

Rex2 Romantic Getaway Ideas to do in Durango, Colorado

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Dining, durango, Durango Events, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Entertainment, packages, Relaxation, Ski Packages, Skiing, train, Train Packages, Train Packages, Train Rides, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, we put together a list of our favorite romantic things to do in Durango, Colorado. Whether you’re just visiting for a date night or you’re staying for a longer getaway, here are some of our favorite activities for lovebirds. During the day, take advantage of our snow sports in and around town. From trains to tours, we have activities to make the most of the winter season. Ride the Cascade Canyon Winter Train in heated coaches on a 26-mile scenic excursion through the wintery San Juan National Forest and along the Animas River. Read more…
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Mar 30

Rex2 Spring Activities in Durango

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, durango, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Tours, Durango Zip Line, Family Packages, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Mesa Verde, Purgatory, Sightseeing Tours, Skiing, Snowboarding, Train Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning, Zipline | No Comments

Although there may be intermittent flurries, the slumber of winter is making way for more springtime sunshine. In some areas, there may be a little bit of snow along the road, but for the most part, springtime is coming alive in Durango. Take a look at the many fun adventures to be had when exploring the area in the crisp morning air or wait a few hours until the sun warms things up a little bit. Springtime Skiing? Yes, it's a thing! The calendar may say that it is spring, but that does not mean that you need to put…
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Feb 20

Rex2 Why Durango is the Perfect Year-Round Vacation Destination

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Tours, Entertainment, Events, Family Packages, Hiking, History, In The News | No Comments

Have you been trying to find a great vacation destination that you can visit year-round? Located in the Southwestern region of Colorado is where you will find the city of Durango, which has experienced an expansion in the number of visitors who have chosen this town as either a destination vacation or for others who choose to make this quaint town their home. From being featured in travel magazines (like US News and Outside Magazine), the secret is out: Durango is where it's at. Packed with history and opportunities for year-round adventures, read more to find out why it captivates…
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Feb 15

Rex2 Snow Report for February 15, 2018

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Adventures, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Family Packages, Mesa Verde, packages, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snow Conditions, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Vacation | No Comments

With our latest storm a long time coming, we’re happy to report that Purgatory Ski Resort is looking at a collective base of 41” - with over 21” of new snow that's fallen in the last 72 hours! 4″ overnight and 21″ in the past 3 days with even MORE snow expected this weekend. Which is PERFECT timing for President's Day weekend! Looking for a way to get up here and take advantage of the skiing during President’s Day Weekend (or, maybe, for a late-Valentine’s Day Gift)? We have some amazing ski getaway packages for you. Ski and Stay: It's…
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Sep 08

Rex2 15 Reasons Why Durango is a Kid-Friendly Vacation Spot

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Tours, Family Packages, Hiking, packages, Purgatory, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, train, Train Packages, Train Packages, Train Rides, Travel Hacks, Unique Packages, Vacation Planning, Zipline | No Comments

If you have ever planned a vacation with kids, you may have been so overwhelmed you opted to leave them behind. Or worse, you ended up cutting your trip short because the trip proved to be too difficult. Let me offer a little sage advice: book your lodging and transportation ahead of time! Spontaneity works when you’re a childless couple comfortable pulling a tent out because you couldn’t book a hotel. After you have kids, you’re going to want to be sure you secured lodging because you and your kids will be much happier with a bed, a shower, and,…
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Nov 06

Rex2 Durango: the perfect year-round wedding (or reunion) destination

By Page Buono | Activities, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Family Packages, Special Events, Uncategorized, Unique Packages, Vacation | No Comments

While summer is generally celebrated as prime wedding, reunion and general vacation season, Durango offers up a litany of reasons for planning a gathering any time of year. And, whether it’s a wedding, reunion or some other reason to gather together, we’re happy to help guide guests to their favorite activities so you don’t have to. We can host a wedding (or event page) on our site so that guests can call us to book reservations and have their questions answered. In other words, we’ll help lighten your planning load. Here are some seasonal highlights to consider when planning your…
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Oct 19

Rex2 This Ski Season, Stay Slope-Side

By Page Buono | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Snow Conditions, Family Packages, Purgatory, Skiing, Snow Conditions, Vacation Planning | No Comments

As ski season fast approaches, we have families calling to plan their winter vacation and we're reminded of the perks of booking ski-in, ski -out accommodations. Three reasons we prefer to stay slope-side: The flexible schedule: Do you have an uncle who wants to be on the first chair and a cousin who can’t wake up before noon? No worries. Everyone can rendezvous when the time is right, but there’s no tension caused by schedule preferences when you can all hit the slopes at your own pace. And, some can ski out in the morning not return…
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Feb 20

Rex2 Spring Fever in Durango, Colorado

By Amy VanBuskirk | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, Dining, durango, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Snow Conditions, Durango Tours, Family Packages, packages, Purgatory, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snow Conditions, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, train, Train Packages, Train Packages, Train Rides, Uncategorized, Unique Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

Everyone has Spring Fever here in beautiful Durango! But winter is not over just yet! Durango Mountain Resort is open for skiing and boarding until April 5th, so book your Spring Break trip now! With over 300 days of sunshine a year, it's always a great time for winter mountain fun! If you don't ski, try a snowmobile adventure or a magical sleigh ride; there's something for everyone, here in paradise! The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is busy with its Cascade Winter Train through May 1st. Enjoy Breathtaking views through a winter wonderland, in enclosed and heated train…
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Jan 31

Rex2 The Best Spring Break Ever!

By Amy VanBuskirk | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, Beer, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Snow Conditions, Durango Tours, Evening Shows, Events, Family Packages, packages, Purgatory, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snow Conditions, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Special Events, Unique Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning | One Comment

Living here in Durango, we don't really need to go anywhere for Spring Break! It's all right here in our own backyard. I'm planning a week for my family that we'll never forget! First, I reserved a hotel for us right in downtown Durango, with an indoor pool for the kids and a hot tub for us parents! Plus, we'll be within walking distance of all the great restaurants and nightlife in Durango. On the first day of our Spring Break adventure, we're going skiing at Durango Mountain Resort! Conditions have been great this year, and the groomers are incredible! …
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Dec 04

Rex2 Epic Snow Conditions in Durango

By Amy VanBuskirk | Activities, Adventures, Arts, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Durango Snow Conditions, Evening Shows, Events, Family Packages, Festivals, Purgatory, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snow Conditions, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Special Events, train, Train Packages, Train Packages, Train Rides, Unique Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

Today, as I gaze out the window of my office at the beautiful falling snow, I'm reminded that Durango Mountain Resort is boasting EPIC early season snow conditions this year! This new storm will bring even more powder, and that means I'll surely be up at the mountain this weekend with my family! Everywhere I look, I see snow capped peaks and folks bundled up--everyone is in the holiday spirit, shopping, dining out and attending various holiday events! We are so lucky to actually live in a place that people save up all year to visit. If your friends and…
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