{"id":1669,"date":"2016-01-15T17:57:03","date_gmt":"2016-01-15T17:57:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/isobaresoffit.com\/?p=1669"},"modified":"2016-01-15T17:57:03","modified_gmt":"2016-01-15T17:57:03","slug":"aspen-colorado-western-elegance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/isobaresoffit.com\/2016\/01\/15\/aspen-colorado-western-elegance\/","title":{"rendered":"Aspen, Colorado – Western Elegance"},"content":{"rendered":"

We’ve been to Aspen a couple of times and have thoroughly enjoyed each occasion. The great thing about Aspen is that it has managed to keep that small town feel despite its popularity. The town is host to several large scale events such as the Winter X Games and the FOOD and WINE Classic, but it has a lot to offer all year round. With four mountains for skiing and snowboarding, it is a winter enthusiasts dream, but like all of the Colorado mountains, it is a perfect destination all year long.\u00a0 Don’t let the rustic exterior fool you, this is a first class destination and it comes with a pretty hefty price tag, but the food and accommodations are all world class.<\/p>\n

\"Downtown<\/a>
Downtown Aspen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Babbling<\/a>
Babbling Brook Outside of Aspen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Aspen<\/a>
Aspen with the Slopes in the Background<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you go during the\u00a0winter and like to ski or snowboard (we ski, the kids all snowboard), you won’t be disappointed.\u00a0 One lift ticket will get you access to Buttermilk, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Aspen Mountain.\u00a0 But, if you’re not into skiing, there are\u00a0plenty of other things to do, such as\u00a0snowmobiling, going on a horse-drawn carriage ride, or even going snowshoeing.\u00a0 If nothing else, there is always sitting in front of the fire in the lobby of one of the many lodges, sipping wine, and watching the snow fall gracefully from the sky.<\/p>\n

\"Aspen<\/a>
Aspen Mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Horse<\/a>
Horse Drawn Carriage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Snowshoeing<\/a>
Snowshoeing in Aspen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We went during the final weekend of ski season last year to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.\u00a0 \u00a0We didn’t do any skiing that weekend, but typical to Colorado, we saw everything from blizzard conditions to sun and warmth.\u00a0 Spring and Fall can always be tricky times to visit the Colorado high country, but we find them to be almost the best times to go as the crowds are definitely not as bad and sometimes the hotels offer discounts to try and bring in a few more tourists.<\/p>\n

\"Dona,<\/a>
Dona, Sitting by the Heat Lamp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"View<\/a>
View of the Deck at our Resort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Check<\/a>
Check Out Line of Snowmobiles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Summer can be as busy as the winter, with everyone wanting to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery that Colorado has to offer.\u00a0 There is plenty of hiking, but there is also fun to be had by going to some of the nearby towns, like Minturn, with their old west history.\u00a0 Horseback riding and rafting are also great activities for those that are a little more adventurous.\u00a0 If you don’t want to pay the\u00a0high price of lodging in Aspen, you can always go camping in Maroon Bells.<\/p>\n

\"Aspen<\/a>
Aspen City Hall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Hiking<\/a>
Hiking Trail in the Colorado High Country<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Water<\/a>
Water Fall in the Mountains of Colorado<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Personally, we find Fall to be the perfect time to go into the mountains and we hope to go hiking in Maroon Bells one of these times soon as the Aspen trees there are supposed to be spectacular.\u00a0 Although there is always a chance of an early season snow storm, usually the weather is ideal for getting outside and going hiking and enjoying the incredible colors.\u00a0 The only downside to going during the off-season is that sometimes not all of the stores and restaurants are open as the owners take time off prior to the busy winter season.<\/p>\n

\"Fall<\/a>
Fall in Colorado<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Autumn<\/a>
Autumn in Colorado<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Aspen<\/a>
Aspen Trees<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The restaurants are some of the best that you can find anywhere.\u00a0 If you enjoy fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere, then Aspen is the place for you.\u00a0 One of the great things about Colorado, and Aspen in particular, is that you can go out in jeans and relatively casual clothes and enjoy a night out at excellent restaurants.\u00a0 The lack of pretense and unnecessary ceremony makes going out to be much more relaxing than other locations.\u00a0 If you’re not a vegetarian, we’d highly recommend getting a steak or some elk while you’re there, it is truly a taste of the west.<\/p>\n

\"Aspen<\/a>
Aspen Mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Home<\/a>
Home in Aspen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Snowing<\/a>
Snowing Outside of Aspen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you get the chance, we’d highly recommend visiting Aspen and having an upscale western experience.\u00a0 Whether you go take part in all of the winter sports or are going to enjoy the scenery and go hiking in the beautiful Colorado outdoors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We’ve been to Aspen a couple of times and have thoroughly enjoyed each occasion. The great thing about Aspen is that it has managed to keep that small town feel despite its popularity. The town is host to several large scale events such as the Winter X Games and the FOOD and WINE Classic, but … <\/p>\n

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