Uniquely Colorado Christmas

DENVER, CO--(Marketwired - Nov 20, 2014) - Crackling fires with steaming hot chocolate warms the crisp winter air and hot toddies toast another year. A sleek wooden sled and cozy alpaca wool mittens handcrafted in small towns rouse a quintessential winter experience. Christmas holidays in Colorado embrace the essence of the season. Historic settlements, forts and mining towns illuminate their history with twinkling lights against a backdrop of freshly fallen snow while horse-drawn sleigh rides on rustic dude ranches, festive Christmas parades, bustling food halls, steaming hot springs, and handcrafted gifts make for a uniquely Colorado Christmas. Find the entire holiday release at: http://www.colorado.com/news/uniquely-colorado-christmas

Visit. Give. Do. Make. We've collected holiday ideas from every corner of Colorado: a special place to visit, a uniquely Colorado gift to give, an experience to enjoy and something you make that creates lasting memories this holiday season.

• Snow Fun in Silverton with fresh powder, a warm toddy and a handmade sled,
• Trek in Trinidad at one of 42 State parks or 22 national parks/monuments/forests or along the Sante Fe Trail in search of Stonewall Jade,
• 'Tis the Season in Delta County to harvest your own tree, make a wreath, and felt mittens,
• Princely Pampering at Colorado's 20+ natural hot springs and a basket of local self-spa skin products,
• Cowboy Christmas at a dude and guest ranch blanketed in snow where you learn to brand a family tradition,
• Twinkling Traditions as historic Pueblo dons festive twinkle lights for a celebration that includes traditional Slovenian sweets,
• Culinary Fort Collins for tastes and treats made by artisan chocolatiers, bakers, crafters, and brewers,
• Let's Get Together at an urban food hall to celebrate with friends and discover one-of-a-kind boutiques.
  
  

Visit. Give. Do. Make. This holiday season, it's "more try; less buy" as you delight in the relaxing welcome and festive feeling of a snow-covered, Colorado town. Enjoy endless opportunities for outdoor excursions and festive holiday events; gift the creativity of Colorado crafts and the divine taste of Colorado-made food, spirits and sweets. Embrace the essence of the season, connect with loved ones, and celebrate with a Uniquely Colorado Christmas.

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