March 1st is quickly approaching and my mind is slowly filling with thoughts of spring.  Melting snow, blooming flowers, less clothing, and warmer weather.  Overall, I’m going to have to start thinking about how I’m going to loose this holiday weight.  What better way than to start training for the Aspen Cycling Festival?  Taking place this year on May 20-22, the festival is a combination of two popular events, Ride for the Pass and the Aspen Cycling Criterium.  With exciting new additions this year such as special lodging rates, Sundog Athletics Criterium skills clinic, kids races/activities and over $7000.00 in cash prizes, the weekend is perfect for any cycling enthusiasts and their family.

If you’re looking for an endurance challenge, Ride for the Pass will definitely be that.  The course spans over 10 miles and gains approximately 2,500 feet of elevation from 8,500 feet to 11,100 feet.  Not only will this event help me shed those unwanted pounds, but it also allows me to fulfill my new years resolution to be more charitable.  Ride for the Pass is a charity bike race to benefit the Independence Pass Foundation.  Day two of the festival is the Aspen Cycling Criterium.  Sure to get your heart pumping, athletes race around the heart of downtown Aspen at average speeds of 28mph and higher.  The track spans .9 miles and is full of sharp curves to keep you on your toes.

So, if you’re new years goals are anything like mine, or if you’re just looking for a challenge this spring, head to Aspen for the Aspen Cycling Festival.  Registration for the event doesn’t begin for another couple weeks, but it’s never too early to start training.  Be sure to contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals for your lodging needs.

The Town of Vail will be exhibiting wooden sleds decorated by local artists and will be on view in various locations throughout Vail Village. The first ever Invitational Art Sled Exhibition will promote sustainability, creativity, recreation and community. Want to buy one of the sleds on exhibit? Well you’re in luck! At the end of the exhibit the sleds will be sold in a silent auction and a portion of the proceeds will help fund art programs in Vail.


Exhibit opens this President’s Day weekend. They will be on exhibit in: Claggett Rey Gallery, Cogswell Gallery, Masters Gallery, Pismo Gallery, Vail Fine Art Gallery, Vail International Gallery, Vail Village Arts, Worth Interiors, The Colorado Ski & Snowboard Museum and the Vail Public Library. For details on the visit Art in Vail.


Want to go sledding now huh? Well check out Ellefson Park in Vail. It’s Vail’s most popular sledding hill (from what I’ve heard). The park is not crowded at all, there are table settings for you to eat or take a break. Here are some easy directions: Take the West Vail exit from I-70. (If traveling on I-70 E, cross under the I-70 on Chamonix Road). In the round-about, take the Chamonix Road. Left on Chamonix Lane. Left on Arosa Drive. Right on Garmisch Drive.


Want to do even MORE stuff around Vail? Ask one of our friendly, knowledgeable, locals at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals for suggestions on even more things to do and all your lodging needs while you’re out here.

The snow is almost here, meaning its the perfect time to start planning your winter getaway.  There are several resorts in the Rocky Mountain area that Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals can help provide you with all the essentials for a perfect vacation.

Try something new by visiting the remote and magical Telluride.  The beauty and tranquil state of this town will have you believing you have crossed out of the United States into some remarkable foreign land.

We are currently offering great deals on Telluride including 10% to 20% off lodging rates, and a 4^th night free at Telluride when booking three nights.  Deals are not included together.  Come find yourself in Colorado’s best kept secret with uncrowded slopes and magnificence views all around.

For any lodging needs any where near the Rocky Mountains be sure to book your trip through Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals by calling 1-888-866-2305 to speak to a friendly, knowledgeable local!

This Friday, don’t miss out on what should be a most triumphant occasion of 80’s ski wear, proceeds for charity, beer until the taps run out, and some killer hits from the live band, The Champions!

The party takes place at the Mile Hi Station in Denver this Friday, October 15^th from 8 pm – 2 am. Tickets are $40, and provide you with entry (as long as you are dressed for the occasion) and beer until it’s gone. All proceeds for the party will go to the E.P.I.C. Foundation – The Endeavor for Physical and Intellectual Challenges for those in financial need. The foundation was initiated in memory of Adam M. Baron. The E.P.I.C. Foundation is now working in collaboration with First Descents, committed to empowering individuals that experience the emotional effects of cancer by being active in adventure sports. On top of rockin out in stellar 80’s ski styles, your money will be supporting great things.

The Champions, including former members of Fuckiphino and DJ Kid Delicious play featured hits by Journey, Heart, Boston, Deep Purple, Stevie Nicks, Pat Benatar, and Bon Jovi to name a few.

In addition to the beer, the purchase of a ticket puts you in the running for prizes from raffles throughout the night! With the purchase of a $100 VIP ticket, you’ll receive access to a private area, complimentary bottle service, munchies, and Schwag bag with giveaways.

Get excited for the season with a most appropriate celebration of stylish ski wear, charity, and prizes! With all of this activity to get you amped, remember to stay posted with lodging deals and lift ticket options at rockymountainvacationrentals.com!

In celebration of 151 years since Breckenridge was founded, the town will be featuring distilleries from across Colorado, artisan spirit seminars, and fine local cuisine in Breck’s annual “Craft Distiller’s Still on the Hill Festival.” The festival looks back to the early years of Breckenridge, highlighting some history of the Prohibition, a poker run, and restaurant specials for $18.59, homage to the founding year of Breckenridge.

The dining for $18.59 special lasts from October 8^th to the 16^th at select local restaurants, and the weekend of the 15^th and 16^th will be when the additional festivities take place. On Friday, the 15^th at 4:00, you can get your free passbook at the Gold Pan Saloon and hop around town for the Pub Crawl and Poker Run. Put on your best poker face, and you can score a chance to win some of Colorado’s local crafted artisan spirits. The best five-card poker hands will be in the running for some authentic booze.

Saturday, hit up the Poker Showdown at Breckenridge Distillery from 1-3 p.m. It’s free to attend, but make sure you bring your poker hand from the night before. The top three poker hands will be awarded prizes, and cocktails will be awarded to all participating, as well as tours of the distillery. Any ties will be settled with a high card showdown on the barrel head.

The tasting of spirits, of course, will continue on later Saturday. From 4-6 p.m., The Beaver Run Resort will host Still on the Hill Tasting, where Colorado’s distilleries will present sprits as an informal, walk-around event. It is $10 at the door to get a taste of all the delightful spirits.

So, with 151 years of celebrating Breckenridge, remembering the early years of Prohibition,  and indulging in local spirits while saving on lodging for the Fall season, make a weekend of getting up to Breck. Check out lodging deals with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, and talk to one of our local sales agents at 1-888-364-7596. Bottoms up!

Happy Autumn, to all our readers. The month of October is traditionally the “off season” for several ski town destinations, but that usually means that a few special events and killer deals start sprouting up across the mountains to attract money and attention from travelers continuing to roll through. Upon my search for upcoming events around Park City, I became interested in the “Mountain Living Sports and Travel Show” in Sandy, UT. Taking place mid October – from the 15^th to the 17^th, this event will feature exhibitors, attractions, seminars, and clinics appealing to the active outdoor enthusiast’s lifestyle.

The show will be at the South Towne Expo Center – kids are free and adults pay $10 for admission on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday.  The event will be produced by Coliseum Productions, and the featured categories of the show include winter sports, hunting and fishing, log cabins and mountain living, biking, hiking, camping, fitness, RV and motorsports, and vacation travel.

Some of the attractions that have been announced are:

-          The Archery Extravaganza on Hunting Simulation Organization’s 3D Motion Target Range \

-          Fly-Fishing Lessons, contests, and demos, sponsored by Cabela’s with demonstrations by top-ranked masters. Participants will get to compete for valuable prizes!

-          Rock Climbing Wall

-          Log and Timber Frame Structures

-          Prizes throughout the show, including rustic furniture and décor items, vacations, and gear

-          Dutch Oven Cooking Demos with master camp cook Roger B.

-          Seminars by speakers from outdoor-related businesses

-          Travel agents on the show floor

If you are into outdoor culture, or plan on vacationing to a mountain life getaway, don’t miss this unique event in the picturesque surroundings of Sandy, UT, just about 50 miles away from Park City and right by Salt Lake. Once you’ve mastered mountain living, book your lodging with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, by calling 1-888-866-2305.

A month ago I decided it was time to uproot from my home on Long Island and move out west. My college roommate had spent the summer working for Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals in Vail, Colorado and had nothing but great things to say not only about the people he worked with, but also about Vail itself. He told me all about his experiences hiking in Breckenridge, going out in Aspen and camping in Beaver Creek. With his help, I was able to secure an internship with the Business Development Team at Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals. While I’ve only been here a week, I’ve loved every minute of it, from my friendly coworkers to the beautiful surroundings of the Rocky Mountains. This weekend I’m going hiking with friends and I’m counting down the days until I can hit the mountain with my snowboard.

Don’t miss out on all that the Rocky Mountains have to offer. Call Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305 to book your vacation today! Take advantage of the beautiful fall foliage or book your winter getaway early for peace of mind.

This post was brought to you by Andrew, a member of the Business Development Team, primarily concerned with marketing, the website, and Google Analytics. Having grown up in Long Island and then escaping up to Vermont for college, it’s no surprise that Andrew ventured out to Colorado for the purpose of “getting away.” Andrew spends most of his free time with friends, snowboarding, being outside, and going for runs. He is passionate about making the most of each day, and can most effectively be summed up as “hard-working,” as he values the concept of getting the job done. In addition to playing lacrosse for the University of Vermont, he graduated recently with a degree in both History and Marketing Business Administration.

Dew Tour Kick Off Returns to Breck

Although the summer seems to have just barely ended, it’s never too early to start looking ahead to winter events in the mountains! For the third year running, Breckenridge will be hosting the kick-off to the Winter Dew Tour, owned and operated by Alli, The Alliance of Action Sports. The beginning events will take place in Breck December 17- 20, where top athletes will be competing in free skiing and snowboarding (slopestyle and superpipe).

Since December 2008, the Dew Tour has been one of the world’s premiere winter action sports tours. The tour will continue throughout the season, and move onto Killington, VT January 20-23, and then Ogden, UT, February 10-13. As the race intensifies, so will the size of the pipe, moving onto 22 foot superpipes at Killington and Snowbasin. Athletes will be competing for a piece of a $1.5 million prize, based on individual event performance and year-end standings. The winner with the most points overall will receive the Athlete of the Year award, which will be announced at the end of the tour in Snowbasin.

During the stop in Breckenridge, open qualifiers will compete to earn a spot in the tour. It should be a pretty exciting time to be up there, as competitions will be going on all day, with top world athletes participating in all events. Nights out on the town will be equally as exciting, as Breckenridge is known for its energetic night scene.

The Dew Tour is the largest media platform in all of winter action sports, and will be televised on NBC, USA, MTV, and MTV2 –- so if you stand close enough as a spectator, you might even make a presence on TV. Champions from 2009/2010 include Andrew Hatveit, Jossi Wells, Jamie Anderson, Sage Kotsenburg, Kaitlyn Farrington, and JJ Thomas.

Book your lodging for mid-December in Breckenridge, and experience the excitement of the Dew Tour kick-off in the animated town of Breck. Lodging packages with free lift tickets are being offered until the end of September, so book now with us and ski with the pros, for free! Get news on the latest events in Breckenridge at rockymountainvacationrentals.com, and give us a call at  1-888-866-2305 to schedule your lodging!

Having been a server at various restaurants over the past four years, I am an avid consumer of quality food paired with well-crafted drinks. In spirit of the off-season this year in colorful Vail, several local chefs and establishments are hosting events September 20^th – October 17^th, during what’s being called “Restaurant Month.”

This idea was crafted over the past few years by frequent Vail visitor and owner of I Openers, Ilene Rapkin. This year, the series of events will kick off its debut September 20^th, and will be featuring “Market to Table Week,” “Health, Wellness, & Outdoors Week,” “Vail LoveFest,” and “Family Week.” Each themed week will provide gourmet food by star chefs, wine and beer tastings, health, wellness, and spa packages, chef demos, and author readings and book signings. Eighteen participating restaurants will put on the show.  Here is a rundown of the first Restaurant Month week, “Market to Table Week”:

Every night at Sapphire Restaurant and Oyster Bar, there will be Grand Marnier cocktail specials to accompany colorful fall creations by Executive chef and Partner, Peter Milette. Appetizers, contests, and promotions will be featured during the cocktail tastings, and a Fall dinner tasting menu will be offered nightly, from 6 to close. On the topic of drinks, Alpine Wine and Spirits will put on “Tasting Tuesdays,” where there will be special themed tastings of wine, champagne, and spirits. Quench your thirst at their specialized location inside City Market at 2109 N. Frontage Rd.

Restaurants that will feature market to table concepts include La Tour, Vail Chophouse, and Vail Blue Moose. Chef Paul Ferzacca of La Tour will create a three-course dinner, using fresh produce from the restaurant’s organic garden and Colorado’s Grant Family Organic Farms. These dinners will take place from 6-10:00 pm on September 20^th and September 26^th, so come enjoy a culinary delight for $39. The Vail Chophouse and Vail Blue Moose will also be highlighting healthy foods on the menu and healthy choices, both on September 21^st and September 26^th.

Larkspur Bar will kick off their Wednesday Guest Bartender Series, a program designed to invite local nonprofit organizations to support fundraising for the community. A guest bartender will donate their time, socialize with guests, endorse the event, and perhaps pour a few brews to help create tips.  They will also create proceeds from a silent auction consisting of donated items. This will take place each Wednesday, from 5:30-7:30 pm.

Other events throughout the weekend will include “Vail Chophouse and Stella, the Perfect Combination,” “Celebrate the Bounty of Colorado’s Harvest Dinner,” “Where Does My Food Come From?,” “Tea on the Meadow,” and a chef’s cooking demo catered by Amuse Bouche. More details are posted on the Vail Restaurant Month website.

To indulge in this savory series throughout the beginning of Fall, book your lodging with Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, and plan a colorful stay in the Valley. Stay posted for more updates on Restaurant Month, and call us at 1-888-866-2305 for more advice on where to dig into a delicious meal!

Labor Day weekend has just passed and the last day of summer, September 21, is rapidly approaching us.  Here in Colorado, most of us are looking forward to the winter months to finally get to hit the slopes after an amazing summer.

Breckenridge is one of the first ski resorts in Colorado to open their slopes to the public, as their opening day is scheduled for November 12^th.  Come be the first to enjoy the beginning of an epic season without any guilt! Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals is now offering 25% off your stay of 4 nights or more, so hurry up and book your lodging and lift tickets before everything is taken!  This offer lasts from Opening Day through the middle of December.

Great events are coming up this winter season in Breckenridge, including The Lighting of Breckenridge and The Winter Dew Tour among many others.  Book your vacation early for the peace of mind that your winter plans are already taken care of; call Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305 to schedule your dream getaway with the help of your Friendly. Knowledgeable. Locals.

This Labor Day Weekend in Park City, Utah, several exciting activities and events will be taking place that you won’t want to miss out on. With live music going on all weekend, the Friends of the Park City Library Book Sale, the Park City Point 2 Point Fundraiser for Mountain Trails, and several other options to stay entertained, September kicks off with an eventful beginning in Park City!

The first night of the Free Friday Night Concert Series for the month of September will be one of several events hosting live music this weekend. The shows will take place every Friday night, free of charge, throughout the month of September at the Newpark Amphitheater, where local Park City musicians are featured. This weekend, the reggae band Patwa will be playing. In addition to free music at the Newpark Amphitheater, Rick Gerber and Jon Davis will be playing at Zoom Restaurant for the Zoom Patio Series, from 6-8 p.m. as well.

The Friends of the Park City Library Book Sale will be taking place throughout the weekend, starting Friday night with a Members Preview Night, where memberships may be purchased. On Saturday, the Library will host a General Book Sale to the Public, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Sunday the General Book Sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The used book sale will have current best-sellers, children’s books, games, history books, science books, foreign language books, travel books, coffee table books, and cookbooks available. The proceeds of the event will go toward funding the library’s literacy programs for adults and children, library services and the collection of books. As the weekend wraps up on Monday, it will turn into a Blow Out Bargain Sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with large book bags available for $5.

If you like winning free stuff, the Park City Point 2 Point fundraiser for Mountain Trails will be going on from 3-7 p.m. on Saturday. Taking place at The Canyons Resort Village, the event will be raising money for local trails in the Park City area before the 78 mile mountain bike race this Monday.  The raffle will be held at the finish line in the forum at The Canyons Resort, and tickets can be purchased at 3 p.m. Raffle tickets are $5 for one ticket, or $20 for five. At 6:30, the drawing will begin for some sweet prizes, like a Cannondale Bad Boy Café (town) bike, Rossignol skis, a 5-day Cherry Picker Pass from the Canyons, a Crazy Creek Chair set, and more!

For a quaint, family-oriented activity in Park City, check out the Park Silly Sunday Market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Main Street. The open-air market is an eco-friendly street festival where people in the community can come together to purchase local organic produce and experience live music, as well as visual and performance art.

To set up comfortable lodging for the weekend in Park City, make sure to call Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals, at 1-888-866-2305, and check out more information on dining and services in Park City from our website, as well as other ski town destinations for this Labor Day Weekend.

Special 1: 25% off ALL Labor Day Reservations in Summit County

• Includes Breckenridge, Keystone & Frisco
• Must book by September 1^st, 2010.
• Offer good on anything from a studio condo to a six bedroom private home
• Can’t miss featured event: 35^th Annual Gathering at the Great Divide Art Festival, Breckenridge

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Special 2:  Early Season Savings in Breckenridge and Keystone

• 25% off lodging
• Minimum of four night stay
• Valid November 12-December 16, 2010
• Can’t miss featured events:
  • November 12- Breckenridge Resort Opening Day
  • December 5- Lighting of Breckenridge

Special 3: Can’t make it to Breckenridge? Book 2+ nights at 30% off in Vail

• Hurry, this promotion ends September 1^st!
• Includes many properties in Lionshead, including amenity rich properties like Landmark Towers
• Excludes Christmas & New Years week
• Valid for President’s Day and Spring Break weeks!

To book one of these deals or to learn more about other lodging specials, contact Rocky Mountain Vacation Rentals at 1-888-866-2305.