We created this website after years of taking Colorado Springs vacations. We’ve stayed in the hotels and cabins we write about. We’ve visited the attractions, eaten at the restaurants, and hiked the trails.
From all our travels (and now that we’re residents) we’ve developed a list of “favorites” which we'll be writing about in this website…
And, because Colorado Springs is nestled right up against the Front Range mountains, you don't need to drive an hour to get into the Rockies--they're right on the edge of town.
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Colorado Springs Vacation Blog
The blog for the website Colorado Springs Vacation Insider. Features updates to the vacation website and news about activities and events in Colorado Springs.
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About Us & Our Love of Colorado
About Us & Our Love of Colorado
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Site Search
Welcome to the Site Search for Colorado Springs Vacation Insider. Type in your search term and click on the search button.
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
If you’re planning a vacation, it’s good to know the lay of the land. Here is an overview of the city of Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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MountainTowns near Colorado Springs
When visiting Colorado Springs, make sure to stop through the nearby mountain towns. Each one has much to offer by way of their quiet, woodsy locations along Hwy 24.
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Colorado Springs Lodging
Our best picks for Colorado Springs lodging: Resort, B&B, Hotel, and Cabin Rental.
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Colorado Springs Bed and Breakfast
A Colorado Springs Bed and Breakfast is a wonderful way to enjoy a romantic stay in the Pikes Peak region. From Victorians to mountain escapes, there are plenty of bnb's to choose from.
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Colorado Springs Hotels
Looking for Colorado Springs Hotels? Here are some top-rated hotels in Colorado Springs that are sure to give you a positive travel experience.
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Cabins in Colorado Springs
Cabins in Colorado Springs are a great way to experience the great outdoors while you’re visiting the Pikes Peak area. Mountain views, babbling creeks, pine trees. Gotta have a cabin.
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Romantic Getaway Colorado
A Romantic getaway Colorado style means mountain views, waterfalls, forest hikes, beautiful weather, and exciting outdoor activity.
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Colorado Hot Springs
Colorado hot springs are a natural part of the Colorado experience. Soothing mineral waters, babbling brooks, beautiful scenery. Here are some of our favorites.
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Colorado Springs Guide to Attractions
A Colorado Springs guide to the best attractions in the area.
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Pikes Peak
Pikes Peak dominates the horizon of Colorado Springs. Standing tall at 14,110 feet, it is the most visited mountain in North America.
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Pikes Peak Cog Railway
The Pikes Peak Cog Railway is a fun, unique way to reach the summit of Pikes Peak at 14,110 feet. Open year-round, the whole family will enjoy this trip.
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Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods is a beautiful park in Colorado Springs that features towering, sandstone rock formations, and Pikes Peak in its background. Best of all, it's free!
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USAFA - United States Air Force Academy
The USAFA or United States Air Force Academy is an undergraduate college for the education of officers in the Unites States Air Force, and also a major tourist attraction in Colorado Springs.
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs is truly unique-- it's the only mountain zoo in the USA!
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Cave of the Winds
Cave of the Winds near Colorado Springs is a geology adventure tour that has you spelunking through one of “America’s Greatest Show Caves.”
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Seven Falls
Seven Falls in Colorado Springs is a 181-foot waterfall cascading down a massive wall of granite in beautiful South Cheyenne Canyon.
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Things to do in Colorado Springs
There are many fun things to do in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area.
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Colorado Weekend Getaways
Colorado weekend getaways are a great way to experience some Rocky Mountain fun and relaxation. Here are some ideas for excellent Colorado weekend getaways.
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COLORADO OUTDOORS: Colorado Springs
Colorado outdoors provides some of the best activities on the planet, and Colorado Springs is no exception. From hiking to hot air balloons, our Outdoors page will get you outside.
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Colorado Springs Hiking Trails
Photos and reviews of the best Colorado Springs hiking trails.
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Colorado Springs Horseback Riding
Colorado Springs Horseback Riding is a relaxing, peaceful way to connect with nature and animals, all while taking in Colorado’s beautiful mountain scenery.
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Colorado Springs Mountain Biking
From trail reviews to mountain descent tours to bike shops, our Colorado Springs Mountain Biking page will get you out on the trails and riding in no time.
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Colorado Skiing
Colorado skiing is the best skiing on the planet, giving you fresh powder, beautiful mountains, and bluebird skies.
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Snowshoeing in Colorado
Snowshoeing in Colorado is an inexpensive, fun, healthy way to get outside and see this beautiful state. Check out our tips and trail reviews.
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Colorado State Parks - near Colorado Springs
Colorado State Parks near Colorado Springs include Cheyenne Mountain, Mueller, and Eleven Mile. All offer their own unique Colorado outdoor experience, with camping, hiking, fishing and even sailing.
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Colorado National Parks
Colorado National Parks are the best way to experience the unbelievable natural beauty Colorado has to offer. From sand dunes to rushing rivers to mountaintops, these parks will make you say WOW.
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Restaurants in Colorado Springs
A list of our favorite restaurants in Colorado Springs - from Creekside Dining to Greek to Chinese, these Colorado Springs restaurants are great choices.
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Colorado Springs Nightclubs
Colorado Springs nightclubs are a great way to dance the night away, see a stand-up comic, or just relax with your friends. Here are some nightclubs Colorado Springs has to offer.
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Colorado Springs Coffee Houses & Cafes
Colorado Springs coffee houses are a great way to relax and take in some delicious java. Here is a list of our favorites coffee shops—the ones with a special, local flavor.
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Shopping in Colorado Springs
Shopping in Colorado Springs offers everything from locally-owned boutiques and art galleries, to all-inclusive retail malls.
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Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is a quaint, historic neighborhood on Colorado Springs’ west side, offering boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries—all with a mountain view.
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Colorado Springs Weather
Colorado Springs weather is sunny, dry, and mild--another excellent reason to take a vacation here.
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Colorado Springs Travel Guide
A portable Colorado Springs Travel Guide is helpful when you're out and about in the Pikes Peak region. Here's a list of our favorite guide books covering Colorado Springs and beyond.
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Pictures of Colorado
Pictures of Colorado may be the next best thing if you can't actually visit Colorado. Take a look at our photo gallery for some beautiful images of mountains, streams, and cities.
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Pikes Peak Library District
Pikes Peak Library District is one of the top library districts in the country, and an amazing resource for your Colorado Springs travel needs.
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Colorado Springs Airport
A guide to the Colorado Springs Airport (COS) and nearby Denver International Airport (DIA)
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Colorado Springs Car Rentals
If you're coming to Colorado Springs for vacation, you'll need a car to explore the city and the mountains. Here's a look at Colorado Springs car rentals.
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Colorado Springs Map
A Colorado Springs map is the best way to find your way around town. Try our interactive map of Colorado Springs to get to where you're going.
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Moving to Colorado - Moving Tips
Moving to Colorado can be exhilirating and stressful. Here are some tips to help you get through your move and acclimate.
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Contact Us at Colorado Springs Vacation Insider
Contact Us at Colorado Springs Vacation Insider
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Happy Trails Newsletter
Happy Trails is a free monthly e-zine that keeps you up to date with Colorado Springs vacation information, as well as updates to the Colorado Springs Vacation Insider website.
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Travel Resources for Vacation Planning
A collection of travel resources to help you with vacation planning and choosing destinations.
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Privacy Policy of Colorado Springs Vacation Insider
Privacy Policy of Colorado Springs Vacation Insider. Your privacy is important to us.
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RV Rental Colorado - Travel the Rockies in an RV Rental
Find an RV Rental in Colorado and enjoy the Rocky Mountains in style. Enjoy the unique adventure and fun of a Colorado RV rental.
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