Colorado And The Rockies For Dummies (Paperback - 2003)

About the Book
From spectacular ski mountains to eerie ghost towns, roaring rivers to heavenly hot springs, Colorado and its majestic Rocky Mountains offer incredible scenery and a fantastic range of recreational options to plunge into it headfirst. No matter what your season and reason for a trip to Colorado might be--extreme snowboarding off-piste in Aspen or hiking with the whole family in Rocky Mountain National Park--you'll find all the guidance you need with this friendly travel companion, including:

• Tips on what's happening in Colorado in each season and each month of the year
• A candid discussion of your lodging options, from B&B to historic hotel, dude ranches to campgrounds
• Suggestions for trips based in the cities--and quick, easy ways to branch out to take in the natural wonders surrounding them
• Fast facts on all the major ski resorts, including elevation, skiable terrain, snowfall, and reservation information
• Information on how to get the most of the great outdoors in every locale, from hiking and biking to cross-country and downhill skiing
• Hints on getting maximum bang for your buck in the shops, restaurants, bars, and clubs
• Ten signature, can't-go-wrong Colorado experiences

Like every For Dummies travel guide, Colorado & the Rockies For Dummies includes:

• Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
• What you shouldn't miss -- and what you can skip
• The best restaurants and hotels for every budget
• Lots of detailed maps