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The Denver Traveler

Archive for May 2008

May 29th, 2008

Brought to You By the Letter T…

Today is our theme day around the channel, and this month’s theme was the letter “T.” Check out these T-themed posts from the Travel and Culture Channel:
* At Europe String, Jul brings us lots of “T’s” with her list of favorite European destinations that start with the letter T.
* At Filipina Soul, Grace celebrates her […]

By Alicia -- 1 comment

May 29th, 2008

Two T’s to Travel to

Telluride, Colorado is not only a part time home to Oprah, Tom Cruise & Katie Holmes, Christie Brinkley, and Oliver Stone- it is also one of Colorado’s hottest spots to visit, even when it is so very cold!
The weather isn’t something to get in the way of Telluride’s rhythm in the least. When the […]

By Shawn Marie -- 8 comments

May 28th, 2008

IMAX Film Festival

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science houses the Phipps IMAX Theater. For those who can take an intense all encompassing cinematic experience, it has been an opportunity to see some of the finest IMAX films on a wide range of topics for the last two and a half decades.
To commemorate its twenty five year […]

By Alicia -- 0 comments

May 28th, 2008

An Orchard of a Different Color

Many tourists find themselves coming to Denver for its many outside surrounding adventures. But what if your tastes lean to the shopping variety?
A new mall has opened on the outskirts of town that may satisfy both of these needs.
The Orchard Town Center in Westminster opened a few months ago across the northwest corner […]

By Shawn Marie -- 0 comments

May 27th, 2008

Tuesday’s Traveler’s Tip

As we have mentioned, Denver is a mile high above sea level, which makes the air feel thin. This can cause a light headed sensation, make one feel hungry and make one sleepy. Many athletes, the world over, come to Denver and Colorado’s mountains to train- with the thought that if they can survive […]

By Shawn Marie -- 4 comments

May 26th, 2008

The 411 on the 5280

When perusing things related to Denver you may have stumbled upon the numbers 5280 and wondered what they were all about. We are here to help you!
Denver is the Mile High City. A mile is 5,280 feet. Denver, though in a valley is 5,280 feet above sea level- hence being a mile high and the […]

By Shawn Marie -- 2 comments

May 23rd, 2008

Memorial Day in Denver - Honoring Those Who Served

In case you’re visiting the Denver Traveler from another country (hello!) and were not aware, this weekend is Memorial Day Weekend here in the United States. The holiday was created in 1868, and is celebrated to honor those who perished in the service of our country.
For most Americans, it is the first holiday […]

By Alicia -- 1 comment

May 23rd, 2008

Bringing The Thrill Back Home

Elitch Gardens was established in the West Highlands neighborhood of Denver in 1890 as a Zoological Gardens. One year later, Mary Elitch, established the Elitch Theatre (as Theatre at The Gardens) which became the oldest summer stock theatre in the country.
For over a century Elitch Gardens thrived and survived. Adding amusement rides, a kiddie park, […]

By Shawn Marie -- 0 comments

May 23rd, 2008

You show me Your Democracy, I’ll show you Mine!

The Democratic National Convention is being hosted by Denver this year and we, at The Denver Traveler, have heard of a great opportunity for the residents of the New West to get involved. America: Live and in Person is a historical presentation that will be given exhibition and performance at the convention this August […]

By Shawn Marie -- 3 comments

May 21st, 2008

I Heart Me Days

When life seems to be bogging you down and it feels like you have been taking care of everyone else but yourself- head on over to Belmar and fall in love with yourself all over again.
From now through August 27th- every Wednesday is I Heart Me day at the Belmar shopping center located at […]

By Shawn Marie -- 0 comments