MARCH 2009
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		Wet & Wild: Whitewater Rafting
		Flying High in Colorado
		Boulder Creek Festival

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Wet and Wild
Whitewater Rafting in Colorado

With the headwaters of nearly 20 rivers beginning in Colorado, the state has long been considered the "go to" place for kayaking and whitewater rafting. Colorado’s rafting and kayaking season typically runs from May through September, with the swiftest running whitewater occurring in May and June. August is the best month for a more laid back experience. Read More

Flying High in Colorado

If vacationing in Colorado's high country isn't enough of a high-altitude adventure, Colorado offers visitors a number of opportunities to explore the state from new heights. Check out these special activities that are sure to make a high-flying vacation experience. Read More

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FEATURED EVENT

Boulder Creek Festival
Boulder - March 23-25, 2009:

For 22 years, the Boulder Creek Festival has been the unofficial kickoff to summer in Boulder. This Memorial Day celebration, widely considered Boulder County's favorite event, is a three-day festival, free to the public, and features 10 separate event areas with 500 vendors showcasing everything from community arts and crafts to health alternatives and technology. There are five performance stages featuring a wide spectrum of music and dance as well as carnival rides, great food and drink, and the weekend's signature event, the Great Rubber Duck Race!
www.bceproductions.com/boulder-creek-festival/

For more information on events and festivals happening across the state, visit http://www.colorado.com/DoEventsAndFestivals.aspx.

DEALS & DISCOUNTS

Thanks to Colorado Springs’ mild-climate, golf enthusiasts can hit the greens nearly any day of the year. The legendary Broadmoor Resort's Winter Spa & Golf Getaway includes accommodations, a 70-minute deep-tissue massage, a round of golf on one of its famed courses, range balls and more. Package prices start at $405 per person, per night, based on double occupancy. Limited availability. Available through April, 2009. http://www.broadmoor.com/

Ski and ride free in Steamboat this April. With more than 23 feet of Champagne Powder snow this year, Steamboat Ski Area, is celebrating another great season with free lift tickets during the month of April. Steamboat will provide free lift tickets to individuals who book a minimum 3 nights lodging from April 1-12, 2009 through Steamboat Central Reservations®. The Ski Free in April package, an unbeatable spring value, starts as low as $119 per adult. Steamboat Ski Area closes for the season on April 12 2009. http://www.steamboat.com/

Enjoy a spectacular flight in a hot air balloon with the Millennium Harvest House in Boulder. Float with gentle morning breezes and experience the first form of air travel over the Colorado Rockies. The Hot Air Balloon Over the Rockies package includes overnight accommodations for two in a superior room, breakfast for two at Thyme on the Creek Restaurant, transportation to and from the balloon launch site and a 1.5-hour Sunrise Flight. Rates start at $539, available April-September. Rate is based on availability. Call 800-545-6285.

TRIP PLANNING IDEAS

Looking for great Colorado vacation itineraries and ideas?
Look no further.

From bike tours to Scenic & Historic Byways, history to family fun, you'll find many great itineraries to help you plan your perfect Colorado adventure.

All events are weather permitting and subject to change. For a listing of additional Colorado events and travel information, log on to http://www.colorado.com/ or call 1-800-COLORADO. You can also order a free copy of the Official State Vacation Guide by calling 1-800-COLORADO or visiting http://www.colorado.com/.