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A Beginner's 5 Step Plan for Learning to Kayak in Vail

Janyce Brandon, who has never kayaked before, plans to learn this Summer in Vail, just in time for the 2010 Teva Mountain Games.

May 13, 2010 by in Vail Insider Blog

Best Outdoor Dining in Vail for the Teva Mountain Games

Spending every minute outside during the Teva Mountain Games (June 3-6, 2010) is easier when you know the best patios to enjoy food while still being in all of the climbing, biking, kayaking, and competition action!

Apr 23, 2010 by in Vail Insider Blog (2 Comments)

Teva Mountain Tips: Six Essentials for the 2010 Teva Mountain Games

Vail local & blogger Janyce Brandon shares six essential items for the 2010 Teva Mountain Games, scheduled for June 3-6. Make the most of your Teva Mountain experience!

Apr 14, 2010 by in Vail Insider Blog (1 Comments)

March Madness in Vail: Forget Basketball, It's Time For the American Ski Classic!

Plenty of events around Vail this week include the American Ski Classic & Bud Light Street Beat Concerts!

Mar 18, 2010 by in Vail Insider Blog

American Airlines: Kids Fly Free To Vail!

American Airlines is making an offer you can't refuse: From December 1-17, 2009 & January 3-10, 2010, kids fly free to & from Vail.

Nov 12, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Vail Undressed Calendar 2009

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Vail Undressed Unveiling & More: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (11/2/09 - 11/8/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. This week: The Vail Undressed 2010 Calendar Unveiling Party, Robyn O'Brien, live music at Rick & Kelly's and Sandbar & more.

Nov 2, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Trick or Trot, Dr. Awkward & Broncos Sunday Specials: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (10/26/09 - 11/1/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Oct 26, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

A-Basin

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Vienna Teng & Alex Wong, Sweet Basil Dining Specials & A-Basin: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (10/19/09 - 10/25/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Oct 19, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Man of the Cliff 2009

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Man Of The Cliff, Loaded Joe's & The Left Bank Dining Specials: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (10/12/09 - 10/18/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Oct 12, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Operation Ski Conditioning: How to Prepare for the Season

Hey look! Vail's ski season is almost upon us. Again. Yes, we know the summer & fall only lasted about five minutes, but we're making the best of it and want to devote our fitness regiment to training for skiing and snowboarding.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog (1 Comments)

Help with Your Hike

There's no greater way to explore the Colorado Rockies than by foot. The greatest thing about meandering through the mountains on your own two feet is that there is virtually no path that can't be traveled and there are no special skills required ... anyone who can walk can also hike.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog

Fall Colors in Vail

Don't crash your car gazing at the breathtaking blanket of fall colors lining the Vail Valley. The panorama is amazing, but not as magical as stepping or riding over the yellow leaves while the sun breaks through branches in a kaleidoscope of reds and oranges.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog

TransRockies run

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DOs and DON'Ts of Trail Running

After slogging my way through the local trail running series' 10K at 10,000 feet last year, I thought I'd throw a list of guidelines together for fellow unseasoned runners. The local trail-running series, operated by the Vail Recreation District, is a fantastic way to bond with other health-minded individuals, get your heart rate up, and get a new perspective of Vail's world-class trails and views.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog

Rainy Moab

Greg Keuhn

Biking in the Desert: Moab and Fruita

With the chilly weather moving in fast, we say, go West, friends. Luckily desert riding isn’t far away. Ghost town that it is around these parts before ski season gets underway, hundreds of area fat-tire enthusiasts head West for sun, sand and slickrock.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog

Backcountry Skiier on Clear Day

Copyright Sara Sheehy

Beware of Avalanche Dangers in the Backcountry

When there's lots of snow and lots of people, Vail visitors often set out for the backcountry. It's a thrill. It's a great escape. But beware. Skiing, riding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing in the backcountry always means avalanche danger on and under steep slopes.

Oct 7, 2009 by in Vail Insider Blog

Marcy Playground

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Marcy Playground, Golf Specials & Shaping the Future: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (10/5/09 - 10/11/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Oct 5, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Aria Spa, Terra Bistro & Last Ride on Independence Pass: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (9/28/09 - 10/4/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Sep 29, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Piney River Ranch

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Gandalf Murphy, Vail Symposium & La Tour: The Five Best Things To Do This Week in Vail (9/21/09 - 9/27/09)

Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Sep 21, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

The Edge of Never, Colorado Grand Car Rally & Kelly Liken's Harvest Dinner: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (9/14/09 - 9/20/09)

Every Monday, we post five things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals, and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops & institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Sep 14, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

VMS Home Tour, Evergold 10K & A Night With Phil Jackson: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (9/7/09 - 9/13/09)

Every Monday, we post five things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals, and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops & institutions. This week we're looking forward to...

Sep 7, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Helmut Fricker - Oktoberfest

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OktoberFest, Rotary Duck Race & IronKids: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (8/31/09 - 9/6/09)

Every Monday, we post five things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include shopping, drinking, sunning, and playing at various treasured spots and shops. This week we're looking forward to...

Aug 31, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

TransRockies run

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Beaver Creek Film Series, Townie Tour & TransRockies Run: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (8/24/09 - 8/30/09)

Every Monday, we post 5 things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They range from humble to haute and include shopping, drinking, sunning, and playing at various treasured spots and shops. This week we're looking forward to...

Aug 24, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

American Crown Circus, Steven Cohen & Dancing in the Streets: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (8/3/09 - 8/9/08)

Every Monday, we post 5 things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They'll range from humble to haute and include shopping, drinking, sunning, and playing at various treasured spots and shops. This week we're looking forward to...

Aug 3, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Savion Glover, Miami City Ballet & Cooper Triangle: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (7/29/09 - 8/02/09)

Every Monday, we post 5 things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you. They'll range from humble to haute and include shopping, drinking, sunning, and playing at various treasured spots and shops. This week we're looking forward to...

Jul 27, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog

Vail Jazz, Alpine Gardens & Hot Summer Nights: Five Things To Do This Week in Vail (7/20/09-7/26/09)

Every Monday, we post 5 things that we're looking forward to enjoying in the upcoming week. These things are selected by Plum staff and often times by you.

Jul 20, 2009 in Vail Insider Blog