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Eisenhower Tunnel Facts Colorado
04
Dec

40 Facts about the Eisenhower Tunnel

The Eisenhower Tunnel, located on Interstate 70 about an hour west of Denver, Colorado, represents an engineering marvel and a crucial component of interstate travel in Colorado. Carved through the solid granite of Loveland Pass, this tunnel spans 1.7 miles, making it the longest mountain tunnel in North America. It represents a vital link along...
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A man doing a left turn on skis at Vail
26
Sep

How to Save Money this Colorado Ski Season

When fresh powder hits the slopes, people flock to Colorado ski resorts by the tens of thousands. Summit County alone receives an average of 300 inches or 762 cm of snow per year, bringing winter vacationers and locals along with it. The winter season can be quite expensive here in the Rocky Mountains, and prices...
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Ski slope in Keystone Colorado
01
Nov

Colorado’s Ski Resorts Opening Dates

It is finally winter in Colorado. Well, technically it’s still fall, but it is getting cold at least. The cold weather means Colorado ski resorts are either open or getting ready to open soon. Here are some opening dates for the Vail Valley and Summit County areas to help you start planning your Colorado winter...
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Vail Pandemic Activities
10
Jan

What’s Still Happening in Vail, Breckenridge, and More During the 2020/2021 Pandemic

All of us at Peak 1 Express hope everyone enjoyed their holiday season.  We’re just now getting into prime ski time here in the Colorado Rockies, so if you’re planning a trip out soon you’ve got some great things to look forward to.  What can you enjoy aside from skiing and snowboarding this winter in...
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Colorado Ski Towns
27
Oct

Holiday Ski Vacation: Save Money When You Plan Ahead

A ski vacation can rack up some bills if you don’t plan ahead.  Between renting ski equipment, lodging, transportation, and your lift passes, you’ll do yourself a favor by booking all aspects of your vacation a few months in advance.  Here are some ways to save money when you plan ahead for your holiday ski...
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Colorado Ski Vacation
09
Oct

Tips for Traveling to Colorado this Fall: Air Travel, Road Trips, Shuttles & More

You are planning a trip to Colorado this fall to visit some family and friends to do some autumn leaf peeping, Rocky Mountain National Park adventure, or any of the other fun activities the state has to offer.  Whatever the reason for your visit to Colorado is, there is some planning you may have to...
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Colorado Travel Restrictions for Ski Season 2020-2021
24
Sep

Tips on Traveling to Colorado This Winter During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Tips on Traveling to Colorado This Winter During the Coronavirus Pandemic With the world the way it is this year, one thing we can still get excited about is the upcoming 2020-2021 ski season here in Colorado. It’s a great time to start planning your winter vacation to the Rocky Mountains in the upcoming months. ...
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Altitude Sickness in Colorado
03
Jul

Beyond the Trail: Join the Movement to Preserve our Beloved National Forests

By: Tom Koehler – Sustainable Hiker Summit County local, Tom Koehler, has helped care for Colorado’s outdoors for years as a volunteer with outdoor stewardship organizations including Friends of the Dillon Ranger District and many others. Now, he has founded Sustainable Hiker to inspire others to care for the health and sustainability of water and...
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Colorado Traffic Tips
30
Jan

How to Avoid the I-70 Traffic Heading to Colorado’s Mountain Towns

Why is I-70 so busy? There is one main highway to get travelers from Denver to the beautiful Rocky Mountain towns, and there are many travelers trying to get there. It’s a two-lane highway at high elevation with unpredictable and harsh weather conditions. I-70 passes through the continental divide at the Eisenhower Tunnel. At this...
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Colorado Wedding Planning
05
Oct

Ideas to Help Plan Your Colorado Mountain Wedding – from Transportation to Venues

Dreaming of that picturesque mountain wedding for your big day?  Colorado’s beautiful Rocky Mountains make the perfect backdrop for when you and your loved one say “I do”.  Your ideal day could consist of a venue with bay windows overlooking the Continental Divide or simply the top of a ski lift at the resort where...
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