Is there any restaurant in the Colorado Springs area which serves lunch outside and which has a great view of Pikes Peak ?

I am staying in Denver for a few days and have booked a trip on the Manitou Spings cog railway. I will not be driving and would like to know the best way to get to Manitou or Colorado Springs from Denver. Thank you.

Besides renting a car, are there any inexpensive ways to get between these two places. I found one bus but it's $50 each way. That seems rather pricey to me for a 2 hour ride.

Robert

We are going to spend 4-5 days in Colorado Springs to hike around Garden of the Gods, the Palmer Park etc. Can we get around Colorado Springs by public transportation?

Hi! DOes anyone know how much the fees are to visit the royal goarge brigde/park. thanks

Hi - will be in Colorado Springs with my other half (business trip) and are taking an extra 2 nights (July 12th and 13th) to do some sightseeing. Anyone have recommendations for a nice, not too run-down motel (or hotel) in this area? We really don't like hotels with interior halls and just a small window in the room (stuffy) - prefer direct access to the outside or at least a balcony/patio. Any locals out there, or anyone else who's been there recently? This thing is sort of last-minute and I'm running out of time! Thanks a bunch!

My husband and I will be staying at The Broadmoor for one night in a couple of weeks. We are really looking forward to it. We visited the hotel last year when we had brunch there and of course noticed that the hotel is HUGE and there is a ton to do. We wanted opinions on what not to miss at the Broadmoor from others who may have stayed there before. Thanks!!

Hi,
Does anyone know if there is public transportation (e.g bus)between Colorado Springs and Buena Vista or Canon City?
I want to join a white water rafting trip and I won't have a car and I'm a bit stuck to find the info online.

Thanks!

I have to be in COS in late June for business, but was thinking about staying a few days extra to see the place (never been there before). I know it is great during winter for winter sports, but any fun things to do in Summer? I love the outdoors and sightseeing and am not much into shopping, to make it easier to post your replies.

Hi, I am French, living in France for the moment. My husband got a job in COS. He should start in June and I would join him in July with our 3 daughters (2 mo, 2 yo, 4 yo). We are waiting for the visa.
I am looking for many things concerning our relocation in this city.
We've already traveled to the US but never to this area, so we know quite a bit about American habits. Yet we've never lived there.
- We would like to have advice on where to settle in the city. Here are our ideal and main criteria :
- to rent a house that has a backyard for the kids (we'll think of buying later)
- to be in a neighborhood that does a lot for kids (parks, activities, nannies...)
- to be in a quite quiet area (I am worried about the airport, is it really loud?)
- to be in a safe area
- to depend on a good school
- and if possible, to go to work by bike (his company is on Aeroplaza Drive, near the airport)

I am also seeking advice on child care. At what age can children start school and for how long during the day. What are the solutions for babies and 2 years old children?

We would have to furnish all our house. Could you give me the best places to go for furniture and appliance at a reasonable price.

Does anybody know how rent works? ie do you have to show your last 3 paychecks to prove you're liable? Do you need to pay in advance a certain amount...

My last question for the moment : do you know any organization that could help us think of everything for the relocation, especially as a foreigner?

I would really appreciate any feedback.
Thanks in advance

Hello,

We are thinking of leaving the UK to live in Colorado Springs area, but every time we try to contact somebody about information we are passed to somebody else.
Is there anybody on here who has made the move or knows who we could contact in this area to get info about state laws, visas and many other things.
we have contacted the Embassy but they just baffle you with long words and no info.
please can anybody help

Thank you.

Are there any close motels-hotels near rumbays?

We are moving from Missouri to Colorado in March 2007 and I'm a little nervous about traveling during that time of year. Is there any advice that someone can give me? Will I have to cross that Red Cliff Bridge? How is it during that time of year on US 24? Are there any alternate routes that are safer during that time of year? PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!

Anyone interested to join us drive down to Las Vegas?? WE are both from Asia. Staying here for couples of weeks for work. Since this is the first time to the States and have long holiday ahead, we would like to meet up some people while travel. contact me if you are interested. I can call you or meet up for trip discussion prior to the journey. jackap82@hotmail.com

I am originally from the Springs, but cant think of what goes on over the holiday season.... I am going to be there over Thansgiving.. was hoping for some advice of unique things to do- I remember years ago they used have ice skating downtown? stuff like that would be great.. thanks!

Do dogs and other domestic animals experience High Altitude sickness?

Hi everyone,

Planning a trip to Colorado Springs for 1st week of September. Are their any interestng events to check out during this period?

Particularly interested in Christian related events.

Thank you very much.

Hi. My large family is going to have a reunion in Colorado Springs next year, late spring or summer. We were looking for suggestions on a location that may be an all-inclusive type place. Something that would include lodging, a meeting place and possibly most meals. Does anyone have any suggestions where this may be?

If not, our second thought was a retreat of somekind that may offer these types of services.

Lastly, we thought about vacation rental homes or renting timeshares of somekind. We did this a few years ago in Branson, MO and it was a huge hit. It was nice to have everyone (over 70 people) all in the same location so we could get together and visit 24x7.

Any suggestions that you have would be great! Even if it's something I haven't mentioned. We may not have thought of everything...

Thanks!!

We are moving to COS and I need your advice. Looking for a nice house, in a nice neighborhood, where my kids can ride their bikes till the streets lights go on and it is safe. Also good schools! Our price range is $200,000. What area should I be looking in?

Hello,
My husband and I are considering relocating to CO. We currently live in BEAUTIFUL San Luis Obispo, CA. We love it here but job growth is scarce. My husband is a sales manager for a car dealership.
The things we like about SLO are:
1. Climate is perfect all year (rarely above 85 degrees in the summer)
2. Clean small-town living (approx. population of 45,000)
3. The air quality is outstanding
4. Very low crime
5. Very little traffic

We don't like:
1. No job growth (very few car dealerships in the area)
2. High cost of living (median home price is about $650K)

We have a 5-year-old so we are looking for a family oriented style of living. We are extremely hesitant to leave the lifestyle we live now, but there is little to no room from job growth for my husband. We would like to live in an area similar to SLO but with more job opportunities, basically larger car dealerships. I am in the mortgage industry, so I'm not too worried about finding work. We can deal with cold winters (my husband grew up in MN) we just don't want to live in an area with high traffic, HOT summers or a long commute! We are not familiar with CO at all, we are planning on visting soon. We would appreciate any feedback. Thanks

Hello All...

Me and my husband are relocating to Colorado Springs in a few weeks. Could someone advice on some good and safe apartments(1 and 2 bedroom..preferably new) in the zip code area 80910.I am asking in 80910 becoz my husband is going to work in that zip code area.
Any other advice is welcome!!

Thanks
Suzie

Hi,
My brother wants to go to Colorado spring in october.He wants to ski for the first time and he wants to be able to rent ski mobiles.He is on a budget,so he cant afford to go to a resort.Any advise would be helpfull.Also what is the weather like the end of october? Thanks.

I will be throwing a bachelor party for a friend in the "Springs" unfortunately I am not familiar with the area. If anyone has suggestions on what may be fun to do, I would like read from them.

I am a young profesional moving from California to COS and was wondering where the best place to live is? Keep in mind that i am single, active and I like social settings. Big house or big condo it doesnt matter as long as there are things to do and people to do them with. I am not a lone wolf and would like a setting that has energy as well as beauty. And no Denver and Boulder are not options since I will be working in COS. Thank you for your help.

No question but now i know a litlle more of colorado springs and thanks all people help me months before with their comments !!!

Thanks!

Can anyone advise me on where to go for beginner skiing if flying into and staying at Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs? I won't need a resort setting because of base housing. There for a few days. Will have rental car. Thanks, in advance.
Shelia

Hi....I am planning to visit colorado for 2 days - dec 24 -26. Its a short time but cant help. Any suggestions as to what is best place to be. I was thinking of col. springs....looking for scenic places, skiing for beginners - and wud not want to spend lot of money. Plz help me out!!

Thanks in Advance.

Cavin

Hi friends.I´m Juan from Spain a nd i´m a new member of vt so i need some help.

i will go to CO springs in february next year so i would like to know some things.

1.- What about wheather there in fe-mar ??
2.- What i have to see in colorado springs and close
3.- what other state you recommended to fun or enjoy 3-5 days ( for exmaple maybe Los angeles with Hollywood , disney, universal studies ... )
4.- any link to see information about Colorado Spring and Los angeles ??

Thanks a lot all. Bye

I really like what I've read about Colorado Springs, but I really dislike cold weather. Does it really get/stay cold in the winter? Plus what is the deal with snow in April! Is that common?

My husband, son and I would like to drive from Houston to Colorado Springs during the week of March 15. Is this an okay time to drive by car? We just have a Honda Accord.