COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Once a booming mining town, Colorado Springs now leads the nation as one of the top places for technology companies to settle. Picturesque Pikes Peak, at 14,110 feet, is the city's backdrop and beckons your attention. The towering Rocky Mountains run north and south of the city, with high plains to the east giving it a vast, open feeling.

West

For charming window-shopping stroll along Colorado Avenue where historic buildings have become beautifully decorated contemporary shops. Art galleries are plentiful, many of which are Southwest and Indian themed and pay tribute to the area's cultural heritage. Break from shopping to dine at Meadow Muffins. Finish with a free tour of the nationally-acclaimed Van Briggle Art Pottery, whose work appears in some of the world's finest art galleries.

Manitou Springs

Serving as the gateway to such popular attractions as the Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds and the majestic Pikes Peak, everyone eventually passes through Manitou Springs. Stroll through dozens of quaint shops like the Antique Emporium. Stop for a healthful lunch... more