Colorado Mountain Towns
Colorado Winter Wonderland with skiing recs and Breckenridge Itinerary Info
Hi, I’m Jade!
Hope you all had some time for rest and being with your loved ones!
What will this newsletter be about?
I will be sharing what I am up to and what will be shared across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube. This will include itineraries, stays, gear, discount codes, behind the scenes, upcoming group trips, hikes and other meet ups, and Colorado events by month (at the bottom)!
Community
There is still time to join for Peru (May 17-24, 2025) and Iceland (October 26-November 1)! Please reach out if you are thinking about it or have questions, otherwise the links below have itinerary information and you can book there! There are payment plans and there are a couple spots left for Iceland to save $120.
Next group hike! I will be hosting monthly group hikes again starting in January. The next group hike is going to be January 26th in Colorado Springs. I am working on finalizing details, but it is going to be a good one you don’t want to miss- stay tuned!
Join the Strava group to stay informed on all things group hikes here!
In the works- Spring Girls Trip! I know many are asking about the next Girls Trip in Colorado, so I would love your input! These are the locations I am looking into for April or May!
Ouray- further away but amazing hikes, waterfalls, stay in a rustic cabin, hot springs
Royal Gorge- rafting, winery, not far from Denver or COS
Paonia- wineries, orchards, in between driving distance of Ouray/Royal Gorge
Life Lately
I celebrated an early birthday and being surprised by my boyfriend by going to Michelin recommended restaurant- Hey Kiddo. Loved the food- we did the pre-fixe menu for $95 pp and it was worth it! You get to try all of the small shareable dishes, pick one main course, all the accompaniments and a dessert. It was the perfect amount and enjoyed the unique cocktails and atmosphere.
My parents, sister and her husband moved to Colorado this year so it was the first time in awhile to get to celebrate Christmas all of us together! We then went to SLC Utah as my boyfriend’s family recently moved there before driving back for NYE. Addie got to join too! We went to a brewery, Bonneville Salt Flats, got in a few runs and hikes, checked out Ogden, and a lot of relaxation!
I started reading again, I am currently re-reading Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed. I read it a few years ago and recommend this one and her other well known book, Wild. If you have good book recs, please let me know! Trying to figure out what I want to read this year!
Discounts/Gear
Ski specific this month!
Ski Butlers- Ski and snowboard rentals in Breckenridge, Copper, Keystone, Aspen, Snowmass, Steamboat Springs, Telluride, Beaver Creek, Vail, Winter Park
I love them because they deliver to you and pick up your gear, deliver high quality gear at a price similar to most other rental companies, and they will switch out gear if you need right on the mountain!
Bern- Helmets/Goggles CMT20 for 20% off
Zeal Optics- Goggles
Diamant Skiing- Boot bag that is TSA approved carry on (Weekend Warrior Bag) CMT20 for 20% off
See video and more details here on why I love it!
Exclusive Discount Code!
I am so excited to be partnering with Winter WonderGrass for a giveaway (make sure to check that out here to win 2 tickets!)
This event is in Steamboat Springs February 28- March 2nd, 2025 and looks like so much fun! I am excited to offer a 20% off discount code here to you all first!
Discount code is good for 20% off 3-day GA passes, Kids Passes, as well as the Thursday Mountain Top Late Night Dinner with code COMTNTOWNS
Use code- Sunday January 5th- Wednesday January 8th at 11:55 PM MST.
The 8th Annual Ranch to Table Dinner - Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Award winning emerging artists The Po' Ramblin' Boys featuring songwriters in the round with Lindsay Lou and special guests.
Ride the famous Steamboat gondola to Thunderhead Lodge for breathtaking views of Steamboat Springs.
This intimate gathering brings together the artists and friends of WWG for a relaxed and indulgent kick-off to the festival. Seating is limited to 150 friends. This is the perfect way to kick off WinterWonderGrass, grab a large table, meet fellow travelers, and enjoy intimate sets by some of the best players in the business.
Tickets include:
Hearty multi course family-style dinner inspired by local cuisine.
Two intimate sets of music
Complimentary beer, wine, and spirit tastings 5:45 - 7 pm.
Passed appetizers
The gondola loads at 5:30, the event begins at 5:45 pm until 9:30 pm.
Full cash bar
Where I will be headed in January, 2025
Vail, Estes Park, Ouray, Aspen
Estes Park I will be sharing an awesome Airbnb and will have a discount code, keep an eye out for that! Also, there has been a restaurant on my list for some time so I will have to share about that too, of course.
Ouray I will be sharing an itinerary and a lot of new winter activities!
Aspen- going to X Games for the first time and going to see one of my favorite artists, Illenium!
Breckenridge, CO
I get quite a bit of questions regarding Breckenridge so here are some of the reels I have shared recently regarding itinerary/recommendations! I will begin sharing specific Colorado Mountain Town itineraries with more detail and insight on trip planning for paid subscribers, thank you to those that have opted for this option. I appreciate the support!
Hope this is helpful, I will share Vail next month!
Boutique Hotel/Hostel Silverthorne
Dog friendly Breckenridge Itinerary
Winter in Breckenridge with Airbnbs + discount links
Breckenridge Hike (can do in winter)
Colorado Events/Activities- January 2025
Estes Park
Murder by Death’s 12th annual concert series at The Stanley Hotel January 9- 12
First People’s Festival January 17- 19
Breckenridge
International Snow Sculpture Championships January 20- 29
Vail
18th Annual Vail Winterfest January 10
10th Mountain Legacy Parade January 17
Colorado Springs/Manitou Springs
Chinese New Year Festival January 25
Denver
National Western Stock Show January 11-26
Winter Whiskey Tasting Festival January 25
Blossoms of Light thru January 12
Martin Luther King Marade January 20
Ullr Grass Music Festival January 31- Feb 2
Alamosa
Rio Frio Ice Fest January 24- 26
Palisade
Ouray
Ouray Ice Festival January 23- 26
Aspen
X Games January 23- 25
Telluride
Durango
Snowdown January 24- Feb 2
Crested Butte
Alphenphunk January 30- Feb 1
Steamboat
MusicFest January 6-11
50th Annual Cowboy Downhill January 19- 20
As always, please reach out if there is something more you would want to see and I will try my best to get to sharing that!
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