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Things
to do in <Vail> when you're Dead
Okay,
that's a nod to a very off-beat and funny movie called "Things
to do in Denver when you're Dead" which is, funny enough,
set in Denver. We suggest you rent it, it's fun. But, of course,
you'll likely be spending much of your time in Vail, about 2 hours
west of Denver International Airport and Denver along Interstate
70 West (I-70).
First,
consider http://vail.net as
a great destination website for the area. http://vailalways.com
is Vail Resort's Summer site.
Second,
consider that there's free shuttle service running the length
of Vail. We checked, and the summer route is about every 8-10
minutes during the day, less at night. It covers all hotels we've
recommended, and you can get to Vail Village (for browsing and
shopping) from Lion Square Lodge and vice versa either by walk
or shuttle.
General
tips: Remember that Vail is at about 8,300 Ft altitude. The
air is thinner (walking/hiking gets a bit tougher) and the sun
is VERY penetrating, more so than in Arizona or California, so
bring lots of sun screen. Drink extra water to avoid dehydration
and sleepiness!
Depending
on how wet the summer is, there may be some beautiful changing
of the leaves' color for aspen trees around Vail and the Gore
Range.
Parking
is free at both ends of Vail (within 2 blocks of hotels) in the
Vail Village and Lionshead parking structures. Also, Lion Square
Lodge parking is free for hotel guests.
On
your drive up, if you are coming from Denver during the day, consider
stopping off and spending an hour or two at Colorado's own special
(well, permanent) St. Mary's Glacier. It's off I-70 West exit
# 238, 2 miles west of Idaho Springs. Follow Fall River Rd for
about 12 miles to the trailhead. It's about a mile walk, and very
high (11,000+ feet), so allow for 1/2 an hour to get up there.
It's quite nice if it's sunny!
Another
attraction on the ride up is the Georgetown narrow-guage railway,
which is right off the highway (exit 228) and about 1 1/2 hours
of fun... check it out at http://www.georgetownloop.com/
. Great for kids or grooms!
Nova
Guides - Jeep tours, fishing, and mountain biking. Check 'em
out at novaguides.com
8150
Night club - This and others represent some of the nightlife
in Vail Village and surrounding areas. There's stuff
to do at night, too!
Walking
& Shopping - We suggest getting the Vail Walking Map,
usually available at the front desk on the first floor, in the
same building as the Kaltenberg) if you'd like a nice little map
of Vail. Also see
this page for more info.
Hiking
- Check this page on vailalways.com for
more info.
Eagle
Bahn Gondola - This probaby will not be running in late September,
but it is right next to Lion Square Lodge and Kaltenberg. If the
weather's nice and it's operating on Saturday, take a ride up
during the morning to the top of Vail peak. It's $15 for a roundtrip
ride.
In
Golden - Coors Brewery Tours - Consider a free tour at our
local, Coors! It's about a 45 minute tour with a few free glasses
of Coors's freshest at the end. This is in Golden, Colorado, about
a mile from our house. Ask for directions or visit
http://www.coors.com or call (303) 277-BEER. Probably best
to hit on your way to or from Denver airport.
Top
of the Rockies drives - Check out these historic and nature
driving options!
Vail
Golf Course - Call them at 970.479.2260 for reservations and
such. Vail's 18 hole, par 71 course overlooks the beautiful Gore
Range. Amenities include a pro shop, Restaurant/Bar, driving range
and private lessons. High season greens fees: $80 for 18 holes,
$50 for 9 holes. Carts rentals: $15 per person for 18 holes; $10
per person for 9 holes. Lower rates are in effect pre and post
season and for twilight play. For more info, check
here!
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