Conserve and Observe on Your Next Vacation

What do you typically do on vacation? Get away from it all, lounge in the sun, do a few activities, then pack it up and head back into the real world. What if you did something different for your next trip? There are other options out there you know, you can travel the world and help people, villages, and animals. Check out this slideshow for more earth conscious vacation ideas.

He Did What?

Here’s some fun traveling news. In no part do I condone sneaking illegal material on your person when you travel, but a man tried to pass through LAX with 15 live lizards strapped to his chest. First of all, who can deal with lizards squirming and scratching on their chest and second of all what amount of money is worth jail? What do you think of the situation?

Rest Stop Shortage

For those of you who are braving the highway this holiday season, plan accordingly. There’s a lack of rest stops . I can’t imagine not having a rest stop when I go on long trips alone. Its the place I go to get a soda out of the machine, rest my legs, and give my dog a break for a few minutes before I continue on my next leg. What do they (the government) expect drivers to do when they get sleepy? Keep driving? What do you think?

Fall getaway in Colorado Springs

At the Broadmoor Hotel at the base of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, you will be able to enjoy fall foliage as well as the hotel spa and swimming pools.

Doubles start from $230 per night. Read more about the     Broadmoor Hotel and plan your fall foliage vacation.

If you cannot get a room at the Broadmoor Hotel, try the       Cliff House at Pikes Peak in Manitou Springs. Browse more    fall vacation ideas.

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Mountain Majesty at Rocky Mountain National Park

Covering 416 square miles of breathtaking wildness, Rocky Mountain National Park includes 60 mountains that exceed 12,000 feet, topping off at 14,259 feet on the football field-sized summit of Longs Peak.

 Names such as Cirrus, Chiefs Head, Isolation, Mummy, and Storm evoke the grandeur of this high landscape.

The delicate Alpine flowers, crystal clear lakes, cold rushing mountain waters and impressive forests appeal to all the senses. There is an array of wildlife – bighorn sheep, ptarmigan, coyote, and elk – adding life to the landscape.

Rocky Mountain National Park offers many ways to experience nature in all of its splendor. You can enjoy long adventurous walks, canoe in one of the many splendid lakes, picnic by a river, camp or fish. For more information log onto www.nps.gov/romo

Have you ever been to the Rocky Mountain National Park? Share your photos and experience with us.

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Red Rocks Canyon, Las Vegas

Almost within city limits, Red Rocks Canyon is available for those who really want to see some stunning desert landscape. With hiking, horseback riding and beautiful scenery, it is really astonishing to see and visit. There are many sites with information on how to get there, what to do and for those interested in camping, how much it will cost.

There is amazing stuff to see here!

Get Away on a Brewery Tour

Does the thought of snow-covered mountains or Clydesdales make you thirsty? Did you ever want to know more about hops? Do you like beer?

Go on a road trip to MillerCoors Brewery in Golden or the Anheuser Busch Brewery is in Fort Collins (about 70 miles).

The Anheuser Busch tour takes visitors through the process of beer making and includes free samples for those 21 and over. The Fort Collins location houses some of the famous Budweiser Clydesdales. There is also a Brewmaster Tour that gives guests a closer view of the brewery, including getting the chance to taste the beer throughout the brewing process and receiving a commemorative gift. One thing to note is the Brewmaster Tour requires reservations, a few simple safety restrictions (pants and closed toe shoes) and it’s $25 per guest.

The MillerCoors Tour takes place at the largest single-site brewery in the world. Tour the brewhouse, malthouse and packaging complex before ending with a sample of your favorite products.