Submitted by: Stewart Wrighter

Planning a vacation can be one of the more fulfilling experiences for a family, especially if you are going to visit the mountains in Colorado. Lodging should be taken care of as one of your first priorities; however, you will want to know what activities are available in and around the hotel where you are thinking about staying. In fact, hotels are not usually the most desirable places to stay in most mountain play areas. Many places around the ski resorts offer individual villas and condo apartments with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay away from home. These are excellent choices that should be considered as you begin your planning.

In addition to finding a nice room or apartment to stay in, you will want to know exactly what activities are available at your destination. This particular destination offers a nifty way to get from one mountaintop to another. It is a gondola that will carry you and your friends across the sky, offering an amazing view as you go. And the best part is that it is free with the price of your apartment or villa. On one side you have your temporary “crib” along with shops, restaurants, and drinking establishments, and on the other side you have enough ski slopes so that you don’t have to do the same run time after time. It is all very entertaining, no matter what your preference is.

One of the most asked questions is how to prepare for the weather. Of course, if you are going for the skiing, you will bring clothing appropriate for that. As far as daily wear when not on the slopes, you should be prepared for daytime temperatures ranging from about 20 to 50 degrees in the winter, with nighttime temps being very cold. If you plan on being outside at night, bring extra layers to keep you warm. Summer temperatures are much different. Daily highs are usually in the 70 to 80 degree range, but, again, night temperatures are much cooler. A jacket or sweater is almost always recommended after the sun goes down. Another high priority question is about activities for children. In the winter there are more gentle slopes where kids can practice their skiing and snowboarding skills, and there are regular classes to teach those sports. Ice skating is also quite popular. In the summer, there are also many ways to keep kids occupied. These include swimming pools, fishing ponds, basketball, and a very nice skate park. You can also enroll them in classes and summer camps while you are there.

What about the elevation? For those who normally live near sea level, this is a concern. After all, the elevation is higher than 8,000 feet where the living quarters are located, and when you ride the free gondola, you will be above 10,000 at times. To deal with these heights, it is recommended that you avoid alcohol for at least the first day. Do not over exert yourself until you know how you will react to the extreme altitudes. If you experience flu-like symptoms such as headache, weakness, upset stomach, light-headedness or trouble sleeping, it could be that you are suffering from altitude sickness. Always drink plenty of water, but if the symptoms persist, you should visit the on-site medical team. They are well equipped to deal with altitude illness.

As you plan your trip, know that the first-class staff is well trained to help make your stay in the mountains one that will be a lasting memory. It is truly a vacation that you will want to repeat time and time again.

About the Author: Author Stewart Wrighter recently contacted several travel agents to locate superior

Colorado lodging

spots for his family to enjoy. He and his wife made reservations for a trip to

Telluride Colorado

.

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