The Lakeside Amusement Park is one of the biggest and oldest amusement parks in Denver, Colorado. This enormous facility not only offers fun and excitement but also a rich history that is evident in the charm that lingers in the place. The amusement park built in the year of 1908 was originally named White City. However, even after the name was changed to Lakeside Amusement Park some proportions of the local populace still love calling it White City on account of the spectacular original display of over 100,000 lights!
Lakeside Amusement Park is built in a picturesque location next to the Rhoda Lake; visitors will also love the spectacular view of the mountains. Adults and kids alike are bound to enjoy the various exciting rides and the fun filled atmosphere that the place delivers.
Nonetheless, this amusement park is a great site that brings families and friends together all over again.
Getting There
The lakeside Amusement Park is located at I-70 and Sheridan, Lakeside Colorado near Denver.
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Georgetown Loop Railroad, Denver, in Colorado is one of the most popular tourist hangout spot of the country. It is a perfect blend of living the history and experiencing some exciting adventures. Georgetown and Silver Plume fall only 2 miles apart from each other in the Clear Creek canyons of the Rocky Mountains. The tourist spots have been renovated and preserved on an elevated point of 600 ft.
Experience a tour via the narrow-gauge rail loops amidst the mountainous terrains, running through trestle, fills and cuts. Take a detailed virtual tour of what lies ahead in the trip at the Georgetown Loop Railroad in the article below.
Georgetown Loop Railroad Map
Check out the map of the places covered by the train trip in the Georgetown Loop Railroad Park.
Georgetown Loop Railroad Location
This historical Loop Mining and Railroad Park is located on 45 miles towards the west of business town of Denver. The park is off the Interstate 70. Read the rest of this entry »
Omni Interlocken Resort, on the foot of the Rocky Mountain in Broomfield, Colorado is one of the best resorts in USA. The resort lives up to the reputation of Omni Hotels chain, its mother-project chain. The extremely efficient service at the resort with its plush amenities and exotic eatery service makes the stay at the resort unforgettable. The modern comfort facilities provided with the elegant and classic service tempt the guests for more vacations at the resort.
Omni Interlocken Resort Direction
Nearest international airport to Omni Interlocken Resort is Denver International Airport. Take the Pena Blvd exit way from DIA. Drive through Exit #6B to Exit – 470 Tollway, which ultimately becomes Northwest Parkway. After traveling 32miles through E – 470, Northwest Parkway falls into Interlocken Loop that again in turn runs through US – 36. Drive till the next crossing and take the left turn from there to Interlocken Blvd. Omni Interlocken Resort comes on the left side on the hill top.
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The Winter Park Ski Resort is a snow heaven offering everything a skier could possibly wish for. This resort is situated at a short distance away from U.S Highway 40, in Winter Park, Colorado.
The ski resort boasts of three magnificent mountain peaks – Winter Park, Mary Jane and Vasquez Ridge, connected to each other through a network of lifts. The brilliance of the mix of terrain will take you by surprise. There is everything from edgy expert terrains at Mary Jane, intermediate terrain at Vasquez Ridge to the comparatively easier terrains at Winter Park adding up to a total of 143 named trails. All this is only a part of the 3000 acres of skiing terrain that the place has to offer! The resort features a total of 25 chairlifts.
Moreover the resort transforms into a biking heaven in summers operating as a year round ski resort.
You cannot help but fall in love with the gorgeous slopes of Winter Park Ski Resort resting at a stunning summit of 12,060 feet.
Go ahead and reward your indulgence in a way like never before!
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Destinations
Lake George Town is a quiet town with few motels and general stores but the natural areas near the town are a delight for the vacationers.Fishing, hiking, camping etc are the various activities that the visitors can enjoy at Lake George.
Lake George Location
Lake George is located in the Pike National forest which is at the west of the Ute pass. It is around 37 miles on the western side of Colorado Springs. It lies along the US Route 24 on northwest of the Colorado Springs. Florissant Fossil beds National Monument is several miles to the south of Lake George Town.
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Denver Aquarium, which is formally known as Downtown Aquarium, inDenver, Colorado is a perfect place for a complete family outing, or Celebrating an occasion, or simply eating out in a sophisticated and fun environment amidst the mystic under-water world. Denver Aquarium stands on a 17 acre land plot, consuming 107,000 sq. ft. area. Between California and Chicago, this is the largest aquarium.
Associations of Zoos and Aquariums have accredited Denver Aquarium. Denver Aquarium houses a huge range of aquatic animals from around the globe. The aquarium focuses on conservation of aquatic life. It contains 6 species of endangered reptiles, 12 species of endangered fishes, 2 species of endangered birds, and 2 species of endangered mammals.
Denver Aquarium Direction
If coming via downtown Denver, drive westward on 15th Strt. to the left on Platte Strt. Drive past crossing REI building and turn onto the Water Strt. And the Denver Aquarium will fall on the left hand side.
To get a more specific direction to the Denver Aquarium from the nearest landmark please log into the official website of the aquarium.
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The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a 5-star pompous hotel. It is not only classy and lavish but boasts on an age old history as well. It is a popular conference destination amidst the Rocky Mountains. The resort proudly owns 3 18-hole lush golf courses, which are favorites for many golf championship tournaments.
The Broadmoor Colorado Springs is endowed with 744 guest rooms and suites for utmost luxurious stay of the guests. The 18 restaurants, and cafes and lounges offer luscious food and beverages as an add-on to the plush vacationing at the Broadmoor. The world class spa at the Broadmoor pampers the guests with utmost care and treats with invigorating therapy to make the guests feel on cloud nine with ultimate solace.
Broadmoor Colorado Springs History
The Broadmoor Hotel started operating in the year 1891 as a small hotel with casino. The present huge and lavish Broadmoor resort was initiated by Spencer Penrose and Charles L. Tutt in the year 1918. During the early 20th century The Broadmoor was very popular among the elite class gusts, mainly due to its location and the panorama around it.
The Broadmoor Hotel was previously the Broadmoor World Arena site, an ice arena where World Figure Skating Championships were held for five times between the years 1957 and 1975. The rink of the arena was brought down to make a new wing of The Broadmoor Hotel in the year 1994. Inside the hotel, there is a memorial in honor of the US team Broodmoor skaters, who were killed in a flight crash in 1961.
The Broadmoor operated a small skiing area just beneath the Cheyenne Mountain between 1940 and 1980, but due to less snowfall and inadequate fund the facility had to be discontinued.
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Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport, Denver n Colorado, is the 3rd largest airport of the world and largest airport of United State of America. Denver International Airport was the 10th busiest airport in the world in 2009. The airport was elected as the best airport in North America for five consecutive times by the Business traveler Magazine from 2005-2009. DIA started operating since 1995.
Denver International Airport is well known for its extremely efficient security system. Transport Security Administration (TSA) manages the security system at Denver International Airport. There are 28 Denver International Airport security lanes, 14 metal detectors, and 6 mm wave Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) machines.
Wi-Fi is available throughout Denver International Airport. If somehow the auto-connect device fails to connect with the Wi-Fi then the 24/7 customer support phone-line open, call (888) 547-4947 for help. The airport facilitates with wheelchair assistance on request. There are Co-Op Network ATMs throughout the airport. The Public Service Credit Union has its branch office in Denver International Airport, at Jeppesen Terminal atrium on Level-6. The airport has a specific area for pet relief, just outside of Jeppesen Terminal on Level-2.
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Denver International Airport, the 3rd largest airport of the world, in Denver, Colorado, is flourished with a number of restaurants and pubs serving yummy foods on the platter and quenching the beer thirst to the fullest. Get almost all sorts of cuisines, ranging from American to Denver or Colorado signature style, Asian to Mexican, from crunchy munching snacking items to delicious spread of delicacies, from steamy creamy coffee in cafés to great selection of cocktails, beers, and full bars, at the airport complex itself.
Get a full list with location details of all the restaurants, pubs, cafeterias and take-away counters below :
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Colorado Rockies
It’s that time of the year again where the legends of modern American Major League Baseball vie to be the best! Part of the Colorado Rockies game is the Colorado Rockies Home Opener where the mighty Colorado Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondback.
The Colorado Rockies Home Opener 2011 is being showcased by the Colorado Rockies Baseball Club.
Colorado Rockies Baseball:
Colorado Rockies is a supreme Major League Baseball team from Denver in Colorado. The team was formed back in 1991 and started playing in 1993.
Colorado Rockies Baseball Game
The Colorado Rockies name was inspired and adapted after the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Colorado Rockies home games usually take place in downtown Denver at Coors Field.
Colorado Rockies Home Opener Tickets 2011:
Fans of the Colorado Rockies and all those interested in watching the Colorado Rockies Home opener 2011 can get tickets from the official website of the Colorado Rockies. For updates and information on the Rockies tickets, you can also call (303) 292-0200.
Colorado Rockies Schedule:
A complete and up-to-date schedule of all the games and events can be found on the official website.
Date & Timings:
April 1st to April 3rd, 2011; the show timings are as follows:
- Friday- 2:10 pm
- Saturday- 6:10 pm
- Sunday- 1:10 pm
Venue:
Coors Field
Blake Street, Denver.
Directions to the Colorado Rockies Home Opener at Coors Field:
Coors Field Colorado
There are many routes you can take if you are traveling by road, such as:
- From North – Take the I-25 South to Exit #213 (Park Avenue West)
- From the North-East – Take Southwest on I-76 to I-25South at Exit #213 (Park Avenue West)
- From the West- Move East on I-70 to I-25 South, then Exit #213 (Park Avenue West)
- From East- Travel west on I-70 to I-25 South, Exit #213 (Park Avenue West)
- From South – Go North on I-25 to Exit #213 (Park Avenue West)
A Shuttle service is also available to the venue via the RTD and other services like the RockiesRide, LightRail, the Broadway Shuttle and other regional or local routes. For more details on rates and schedules, please call (303) 299-6000 or visit www.rtd-denver.com.
Parking Details:
On-site and Off-site Parking- Parking space is available on-site at Coors Field in Lot A for $15 and at Lot B for $13. R.V and bus parking is also possible at $25 at 22nd and Wazee Streets, 27th and Blake Streets. Also, parking space is there for motorbicycles in Lot A for $13. There are also many parking spaces near the field. Please note that the Coors Field parking lots open 2 1/2 hours before game time. Parking tickets cane be purchased at the Coors Field ticket windows.
Contact Details:
Address – Coors Field
2001 Blake Street
Denver, CO 80204.
Official Website: http://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=col
