The Denver Traveler

Here at The Denver Traveler we have hinted at this a few times, but it is time to get serious about it.
Altitude Sickness
It is no joke. As Denver is situated at 5,280 feet above sea level- many who visit, or have just relocated here, certainly feel the affects of this High Altitude and often get sick. The cause of Altitude Sickness is the thinner air at higher altitudes does not give you the amount of oxygen you need. When this happens it can affect your lungs and brains.
Symptoms of Altitude Sickness include:
Headaches
Lack of Appetite
Feeling Weak and Lazy
Sick to your …read more

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Spectacular views, excellent trails and a natural amphitheater where musicians clamor to play, await you just across a highway and over a few hills. Join millions of music fans, archeologists and hikers who have been coming together for over 60 years to celebrate and honor Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Located in Morrison, CO- a short half hour drive from Denver, Red Rocks is worth the side trip and the drive.

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Once upon a time the nation laid down the right of way inviting the world in-land and across uncharted territories. Trains carried produce, goods and people. The train stations of large cities and small one cow stops told stories about the towns. Travelers came through and mingled with folks hanging out and sharing dreams of their own.
Denver’s Union Station hearkens back to the days of old with a futuristic appeal. The tall wooden benches are surprisingly comfortable and cool. The vast tall ceiling leaves lots of room to imagine where you might want a train to take you. The old …read more

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Our nation’s capitol, Washington D.C., was thorough in its city planning to provide no easy way out of or around town. The seeming chaotic, no rhyme or reason street plan of D.C. is exactly what the planners had in mind so that no one could attack or plunder any of our national treasures and get out of town easily.
When roaming around Denver, and navigating its Mile High Wonders, you may have noticed something similarly chaotic in its layout. Denver doesn’t quite have as lofty a reason as D.C. but we come upon the outcome honestly. Our City Planners simply did …read more

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Unfortunately, Denver has been rated third in the nation for Worst Traffic. However, most of this traffic happens during the morning and evening rush hours. Also, there is a rise in traffic because so many people are moving to our great city that we haven’t had time to expand our highways and byways.
If you are visiting our fine town you may not even notice the traffic as you can meander during the off peak times when the roads are clear and manageable. This is a viable solution. Though, here in Denver there is even a better choice for visitors and …read more

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Layering
Colorado’s weather can be unpredictable. Often starting cool and getting very hot with very little warning and then cooling off just as rapidly at sunset.
Be sure to pack items of clothing that can be layered. At this time of the year, you will more than likely be comfortable in a t-shirt or light top throughout the majority of the day, yet having a short with sleeves that you can wear over the lighter shirt will be a welcome accessory. It doesn’t have to be a jacket or a sweater, simply another shirt that can be easily removed and carried around …read more

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The valley of Denver has been experiencing some spontaneous sporadic thunderstorms this summer and because of that, we would like to suggest you bring an…
Umbrella!
The storms have not been lasting long and they really aren’t anything to worry about, certainly no cause to cancel a trip. In truth they have been quite breath-taking. The thunder sounds off its warning while the lightening illuminates the sky with quick flames of bright light. In as much as any part of the nation, a bit of rain follows these storms. Here is where the umbrella will come in handy; the weather otherwise has …read more

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Do your travel plans include a layover at Denver International Airport? While it would be ideal to just hop a bus and come into town to enjoy what Denver has to offer, unless your layover is at the very least four hours, you will probably want to stay at the airport.
This isn’t such a bad thing- Denver International Airport has a lot to offer.
Public art was commissioned for the terminal and concourses. A fountain greets you as you embark off the escalator from the airport train and into the Main, Jeppesen, Terminal. There are many recognizable chain restaurants, a deli …read more

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Now that we are getting into the heat of the summer it is more important than ever to take our advice. We keep telling you how close to the sun we are and the effects it has upon the body and skin. Well, it should go without saying that sunburns hurt and your chances of getting one while in the Mile High City, and its surrounding areas, are very very good. Therefore, today’s tip is:
Sun Screen!
Even if you are just driving through town- please put on your sunscreen to block out the harmful effects of the sun- trust us, it …read more

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Denver is a super bike friendly town, as you well know. What you may not know is that all of the public transportation actively encourages bike riders to take part, with racks on the front of RTD Buses and large doors on the Light Rail to accommodate bike riders of all kinds when the ride is just a little too long. They want you to use public transport and bikes so much, RTD Denver has announced that June 25th is Bike to Work Day! Bike to Work Day is a Colorado tradition, starting more than 25 years ago in …read more

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