There's something about Colorado that makes the air seem a bit crisper, the snow a little whiter, the hot springs more vibrant, and the aspens more alive.

Every time of year has a special place in the hearts and minds of travelers to the Centennial State. As the seasons turn to winter, fresh powder arrives from Vail to Breckenridge to Beaver Creek, all of them ranking among the world's most famous ski destinations. Cross country skiing, ice skating and sleigh riding are other popular snowy-day diversions. It's almost as if the opportunities to enjoy the crisp wintry weather and softly falling flakes never end.

While winter is special, summer in Colorado is no less thrilling. Its palate of pleasures includes fly-fishing, river rafting, backpacking, golf and horseback riding. No matter the season, travelers can enjoy the shopping, museums, fine dining and festivals that are part of the area's color and pageantry.

A visit to Mesa Verde Park gives visitors a taste of an ancient pueblo civilization, while a trip to Denver's Coors Field to see the Rockies play whets their appetites for major-league baseball action. For more comfort and less complication, some guests simply step out the door to explore the area around their Colorado vacation rental. Many find that the ample accommodations and plentiful amenities are all they need.

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