South of Denver in Colorado Springs as mentioned earlier is Garden of the Gods - it is time well spent. Later have drinks in the main bar of the Broadmoor Hotel. It is absolutely beautiful and a world class hotel in the grandest tradition of European top notch service. The Sunday brunch there is quite an experience. Also in Colorado Springs is the Old Town area which makes for an nice hour or two of browsing around. There is also the Air Force Academy with the chapel that is quite stunning. Pike’s Peak is also worth your time while in the area. Aspen is much better in the summer and fall than winter. The drive there is beautiful and there is no shortage of great restaurants and things to do once you get there. The summer concert series is always a good time as if the food and wine festival. In the area of Aspen take out the time to check out Basalt and the other towns nearby as they are also interesting. One of the best burgers in the area is at the biker bar down by the creek - I can’t remember the name of it but just mention biker bar by the creek and folks will fill you in. Great atmosphere, good prices and good food. Hope this helps. Enjoy your trip.
