4 MOUNTAIN TOWNS AMONG BEST SPOTS FOR VACATIONERS
If you think Colorado’s mountain towns are great places for an ideal weekend, you’re in good company.
Four mountain towns in Colorado made U.S. News & World Report’s list of the “15 Best Small Towns to visit in the USA.” The magazine’s travel rankings are based on an analysis of expert and user opinions.
Sonoma, Calif., in the heart of America’s wine country, tops the list.
Here is how the Colorado towns are ranked:
No. 2: Breckenridge. The magazine, which says the town “retains the same Victorian-era charm it had during the height of the gold rush,” also put Breckenridge at No. 6 on its list of “Best Ski Destinations in the USA.”
No. 7: Steamboat Springs. The magazine says Steamboat offers “excellent ski conditions, a community of friendly locals and geothermal hot springs that are perfect after a long day spent on the slopes.”
No. 10: Aspen. Aspen makes several of the magazine’s lists, including No. 3 on “Best Luxury Destinations in the USA.” The magazine touts Aspen’s nonskiing attractions — including high-end shopping, museums, funky galleries and fun festivals.
No. 14: Vail. Vail also ranks on several of the magazine’s lists, including No. 4 on “Best Ski Destinations” and No. 9 on “Best Family Summer Vacations.” It cautions that Vail “is a hard city for those on a shoestring vacation budget” and recommends a summer visit as a less expensive option.