In Colorado, Travel Packages Promote Pampering, Putting and Powder

Stress Reducing Colorado Travel Packages Offer up to 30 Percent Savings

DENVER (October 30, 2008) - With the stock market on a roller coaster ride and election season coming to an end, Americans are in need of some serious stress-relieving activities: pampering spa treatments, soaking in natural hot springs, playing a round of golf, and being waited on hand and foot.  But why stay home?  Stay-cations are so yesterday!  Colorado is helping Americans re-discover their inner wanderlust with several travel packages featuring spas and golf, plus active adventures.  There are great value packages and savings to be had. For more ideas and information, visit www.colorado.com/traveldeals.

Pampering Spa Packages

• Romance, Aspen Style. The luxurious St. Regis Aspen takes romance and pampering to a whole new level with the two-night Aspen Romantic Indulgence Package. The experience begins at the airport, where a personal butler greets guests with cognac and truffles. On the way into town, guests are serenaded by street singers. Upon arrival at the hotel, guests are greeted by their personal massage therapist, a private chef and a personal guide. Breakfast in bed is served each morning, and in the evening, guests enjoy a private, candlelit hot tub, complete with floating fruit bowls and chocolates. The package also includes two in-suite massages, two treatments at the luxurious Remède Spa, and a choice of two of the following activities to enjoy during the stay: a private river adventure, a private meal and tour in a local silver mine, champagne golf at a local championship golf club, or a fitness escape at the renowned Aspen Back Institute in the St. Regis. Rate: $8,300 plus taxes and fees. Package is available through April 2009. 970-920-3300, www.stregisaspen.com

• Where the Boys Aren't. The new Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa offers two ‘girlfriend getaway' packages filled with spa treatments, activities and more. The Ski & Spa Girlfriend Getaway package includes two nights' accommodations for two in a traditional room, two 50-minute treatments at Spa Anjali, a one-day Performance Ski package for two from Beaver Creek Sports, one day of skiing for two at Beaver Creek, a complimentary bottle of wine each evening, complimentary valet parking, and a welcome amenity upon arrival. Rate: $714 per person, a savings of 22 percent. Available November 26, 2008 through April 1, 2009. The resort also offers a High Country Ladies Weekend package from September 25 through December 15, 2008. This package offers two nights' accommodations for two in a traditional room, two 50-minute treatments at Spa Anjali, two complimentary cocktails each in the hotel bar, complimentary valet parking, and a welcome amenity upon arrival. Rate: $361 per person, a savings of 30 percent. 866-949-1616; www.westin.com/riverfrontavon

• Pampering and Putting. The Spa and Golf Getaway at The BroAdmoor in Colorado Springs answers the age old question: golf or spa vacation? The package includes one night accommodations; a 70-minute deep tissue massage including gratuity; one round of golf per day (weather permitting); personal locker, club storage and range balls. Rates begin at $405 per person, per night based on double occupancy and the package is available from November 1, 2008 - April 30, 2009. 866-837-9520; www.broadmoor.com

• Spa, Soak and Ski in the Switzerland of America. The Chipeta Sun Lodge and Spa, an intimate Southwestern retreat in the pastoral Uncompahgre Valley of the San Juan Mountains, is offering a two-night Spa, Soak and Ski package. The package includes two nights in a deluxe lodge room with a private hot tub, two lift tickets to the posh Telluride ski resort, two 50-minute spa treatments at the Chipeta Spa and two passes to Orvis Hot Springs, where visitors can soak in seven outdoor and indoor natural hot springs. Rate: $595 plus taxes and fees. 800-633-5868; www.chipeta.com

• Be Pampered at Poste Montane Lodge. Located in the heart of Beaver Creek, the European-style Poste Montane Lodge offers guests a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Reserve two nights lodging and receive a complimentary spa treatment (choice of a 50-minute Swedish massage or a signature manicure and pedicure) from the lodge's Allegria Spa, inspired by Colorado's pristine alpine setting. Rates start at $299 per night, representing savings of 30 percent. 800-497-9238, www.postemontane.com

New Colorado Spas Put the Well in Wellness

• The Spa of the Rockies at Glenwood Hot Springs is now open, offering modern treatments inspired by historic healing rituals. The multi-million dollar spa, which is located within a sandstone bathhouse originally built in 1888, will feature nine treatment rooms including one specialized hydrotherapy treatment room for Vichy shower treatments. Five private, claw-foot hydrotherapy tubs will be used for mineral baths and herbal soaks. Other treatments will include a menu of massage services, facials, body polishes, masks and wraps, manicures/pedicures, and much more. 800-537-SWIM (7946); www.hotspringspool.com

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