Best Western Travel Programs
Colorado
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AARP members and guests 55 and older save up to 20% on room rates at Best Western hotels in the U.S. and Canada, and many Best Western hotels worldwide.
Best Western Rio Grande Inn
400 E 2nd Avenue, Durango, Colorado 81301-5602Phone: 970/385-4980 | Fax: 970/385-5152
Experience the splendor and adventure of the Southwest while based at the Best Western Rio Grande Inn, located in historic downtown Durango, Colorado. The timeless Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs daily and is only two blocks from the hotel. Train packages are available year round. Tour the ancient ruins of mesa Verde National Park or enjoy the spectacular views of the San Juan Skyway. Horseback riding, mountain biking and river rafting are just a few of the fun activities that Durango has to offer. Ski packages and shuttles are available during ski season. Downtown Durango offers fine dining, great shopping and an exciting nightlife. We have 102 spacious non-smoking rooms that are equipped with all the comforts of home. Our prime location, friendly staff and special amenities will make your visit one to remember.
Local Events Worth Considering:
August 2010
Concerts, rodeos, arts, crafts, carnival rides, family fun. In Pueblo.
September 2010
County Fair and Livestock Show & Sale, street dance, carnival, barbecue, parade and breakfast.
Celebrate Colorado wine, food, friends and fun along with a scenic bike ride of Colorado's wine country during fall harvest. In Grand Junction.
Hundreds of classic cars, trucks, hot rods and exotic sports cars. The Downtown Car Show also features tours of the valley, music and art. In Grand Junction.
Vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles on display in fall colors and 23 sponsored awards and events all day, including fireworks off the cliffs. In Creede.
Festival takes place in Walsenburg at the crossroads in southern Colorado, featuring international talent, concerts, workshops and classes.
In downtown Pueblo, featuring live entertainment, a chili and Salsa Showdown, jalapeno eating contest, Farmer's Market and Hot 2 Trot runs.
Poets and musicians from across the country for one of the premier cowboy gatherings in the US.
October 2010
Ride the train to pick your own pumpkin. In Durango.
3-day benefit concert and auto, truck and motorcycle show for at-risk youth in Colorado. In Colorado Springs.
Halloween at the Colorado Springs Zoo.
November 2010
Victorian Christmas in Cimino Park, tree/train lighting ceremony, parade of lights, festival of trees, Gingerbread House Workshop and more. In Trinidad.
Sample freshly made chocolate while touring historic downtown Creede.
Starts at 5:30pm on Colorado and Abriendo and features more than 80 entries all lighted in holiday themes. In Pueblo.
December 2010
Gifts for Christmas. Held at the fairgrounds. Friday, noon-6pm. Saturday, 10am-5pm. In Durango.
Fire performance, carols, warm beverages and more. In Ouray.
