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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 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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Jan 15

Rex2 Winter Activities to Keep Your Spirits High!

By Meg Cooper | Activities, Adventure Packages, durango, Durango Events, Durango Packages, Family Packages, Festivals, Glenwood Hot Springs, glenwood springs, Hot Springs, pagosa springs, Pagosa Springs Packages, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Train Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

Winter doesn't have to be gloomy - especially when there are so many wonderful activities and festivals taking place! So if you're trying to figure out ways to make your winter vacation a little more fun, then keep reading. We have everything you need to chase those winter blues away and help you make the most of your winter getaway! Ice Skating If you like to ice skate, then head over to Telluride where they have two ice skating rinks to choose from. Andy Hanley rink is a professional grade, full-sized indoor rink that is fully enclosed. Telluride also has,…
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Nov 29

Rex2 Reflections on a Holiday Weekend Getaway

By Lori Moss | Activities, Amtrak Train, Entertainment, Family Packages, Glenwood Hot Springs, glenwood springs, Glenwood Springs Packages, History, Hot Springs, Hotels, packages, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, train, Train Packages, Train Packages, Train Rides, Unique Packages, Vacation | No Comments

After a fun, long holiday weekend getaway for Thanksgiving visiting our daughter and her husband near Vail, Colorado, we headed west on Interstate 70 to get our Glenwood Springs "fix." We love this Colorado mountain town. It’s the perfect getaway about three hours west of Denver. Our room was ready early, so we checked into one of our favorite hotels, The Hotel Denver, conveniently located in historic downtown Glenwood, directly across the street from the Amtrak Station. Roxie and her front desk staff are always friendly and helpful. This boutique hotel boasts a unique style with the perfect mix of old…
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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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Jan 22

Rex2 10 Tips and Tricks for Skiing from a Colorado Native

By Lori Moss | Activities, Skiing, Snowboarding, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

1. Take a break between your first and second day of skiing. We often want to squeeze in as much time as possible, or get that great discount by buying a 3 or 4 day lift ticket; but your body will thank you if you leave a day to rest after your first or second day of skiing. Often, resorts will let you use a 3-day lift ticket spread out over 4 days as long as you use it for the first day that you reserved it for. You will be sore and tired after your first day, and…
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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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Nov 16

Rex2 Giving the Gift of Lasting Memories

By Amy VanBuskirk | Activities, Adventure Packages, Adventures, Arts, durango, Durango Events, Durango Family Packages, Durango Mountain Resort, Durango Packages, Evening Shows, Events, Family Packages, packages, Purgatory, Ski Packages, Skiing, Snowboard Packages, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling, Unique Packages, Vacation, Vacation Planning | No Comments

This year for Christmas, I've decided to give my family the gift of memories! (After all, don't they have enough toys?) So I've decided to plan a surprise, mini vacation, right here at home in Durango! I've planned a great little getaway, in a nice hotel in downtown Durango, where the kids can enjoy the indoor pool, and we can soak our cares away in the hot tub! I'm also going to treat them to a fancy dinner at one of the many fine restaurants on Main Avenue. We might even catch a concert, or one of the many events…
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