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Phoenix to Denver: Best places to visit & eat on the road
We did this exact road trip this past Christmas. Jerry's Cafe in Gallup is a MUST! If you can manage to soak at Riverbend in Truth or Consequence then, by all means, take the extra time. Such a magical place. See More
I don't think you'll hit many mountain ranges on this route. We were just in Gallup. You have to have Mexican food at Jerry's Cafe. I am from Washington and have lived in Colorado for nearly 20 years. I have eaten Mexican food (my favorite) everywhere across... See More
What's the most awe-inspiring room you've ever visited?
Marble Distilling Co. & The Distillery Inn is pretty amazing and accessible to normal folks. The rooms are above the distillery so you can crawl the stairs to your bed after having a few drinks. I also think the Sylvia Beach Hotel... See More
Grand Junction (Colorado): What to do in 3 days from Grand Junction, CO to Big Island, ID?
We just returned from a 3-day trip to Grand Junction. Highlights Jet Boat Colorado The only jet boat outfitter in Colorado this outing is FANTASTIC! Your entire family will love it. And very few people get to say they went jet boating on the famous... See More
Pagosa Springs (Colorado): Help with itinerary please. Headed to Pagosa Springs, CO
I've spent a great deal of time in Pagosa Springs. It's a lovely town. As far as dining, splurge at Alley House Grille and grab breakfast at Pagosa Baking Company . If you like fish tacos, I think Kip's Grill has... See More
The Oregon Coast: oyster resturents
Local Ocean Seafoods My absolute favorite seafood place on the Oregon Coast. I've been there many, many times. You can't go wrong. See More
Colorado: 4 day driving round trip starting in Denver finish in Morrison.
This is a loaded question. I'm sure you'll want to head into the mountains. It will be busy in Colorado at that time of year. You can avoid some of the crowds by heading up Hwy 285 instead of I70. Not sure what sorts of things you want to do, but Fairplay... See More
Spokane: Washington - Oregon Coast Recommendations for Summer Trip from Sacramento
I am well-versed in travel in Oregon. I was born in Brookings on the Southern Oregon Coast and my parents now live about an hour from Newport (Oregon) We love Newport, especially Nye Beach One of my favorite hotels,... See More
Colorado: From Colorado Springs to Grand Junction
This would take you about 2 hours longer than the I70 route, but it will be gorgeous. Take 50. Colorado Springs to Canon City to Gunnison to Delta to Grand Junction... See More
Denver: Best locations to stay in Denver
Hanging Lake is not a day trip "hike" from Denver. It is located near Glenwood Springs . I am not familiar with the AirBnB market in Denver, but if you want to be near hiking, but in the city, check out Golden (Colorado) The The... See More