First visited by Spanish explorers in the 1500s, the territory was claimed for Spain by Juan de Ulibarri in 1706. The U.S. obtained eastern Colorado as part of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, the central portion in 1845 with the admission of Texas as a state, and the western part in 1848 as...
Day 1
posted by joeC7431
fly to Denver + Denver sightseeing am getaway adventure The first day of our Colorado ramble turns into quite a travel experience. Last evening a massive wind and rain storm roared into our area bringing down many trees. One massive tree crashed through power lines down the...
Day 2
posted by joeC7431
Denver sightseeing 8 am buffet breakfast The Corner Office Restaurant Curtis Hotel Plentiful fresh fruit, yogurt, eggs, meats, assorted bread, rolls, pastries. Full and hearty – to our preference. The dining room is sedate this am. 9:30 am explore downtown Denver on...
Day 3
posted by joeC7431
Denver sightseeing + shopping + Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre + Broadmoor Hotel/Colorado Springs 7:30 am buffet party breakfast The Corner Office Restaurant Curtis Hotel Today is “Disco Day.” Staff and patrons are costumed. There’s a rack of authentic 60’s Disco...
Day 4
posted by joeC7431
Colorado Springs to Salida 7:30 am light breakfast in room We luxuriate/laze with room service. 9 am water aerobics Broadmoor Spa indoor pool The resort has indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, a golf course, bowling alleys. We energize by joining an adult water aerobics...
