Top 5 Things To Do

VAIL'S TOP 5 THINGS TO DO AS A COUPLE

Spa Treatment
Vail has so many spas to choose from, you might have some trouble deciding on which one to try out. What you won't have trouble with is finding a way to relax and rejuvenate with amazing couple's treatments all over town.

Try the "two-gether" massage at the Rockresorts Spa at Lodge at Vail for a soothing side-by-side massage, a fireside bath for two and treats prepared by the chef.
The Mourvedre Massage at the Sorrento Spa at the Vail Plaza Hotel is nourishment of wine, holly oil, pomegranate and black cherry. Enjoy it in their special couples room.

Hiking
The Vail Valley offers a wide variety of hiking trails for you to choose from. Couples of all ages and abilities can take advantage of miles and miles of trails that offer the chance to escape into nature.

Green: Eagle's Loop. Short ridge-top loop with great views of Mount of the Holy Cross. 1 mile, 15-20 minutes
Blue: Berrypicker. Starting at Lower Fireweed, this intermediate trail winds down from Eagle's Nest to Vail Village or Lionshead. 4.6 miles, 2-3 hours
Blue: Ridge Route. Intermediate climb from Eagle's Nest to Wildwood and back with spectacular views. 2.8 miles, 1.5-2 hours.
Black: Bad Simba. Steep side trail from Eagle's Nest. .75 miles

Romantic Dinner
Enjoy a romantic and delicious dinner for two and let the beautiful views of the Vail Valley be your backdrop. But don't worry about the vistas overshadowing your meal-Vail has some of the most amazing restaurants and cuisine in the world.

Atwater on Gore Creek: perfect for views of Gore Creek as well as fresh local and organic cuisine.
La Tour: if French is the "langue de l'amour," then La Tour is the perfect place to practice your accent with intimate tables and exceptional food.
Los Amigos: with a front line view of the mountain and the best margaritas in town, Los Amigos is the perfect place to sample some tequila and make a night of it.

Hot Summer Nights Concert Series
Every Tuesday night at the Ford Park Amphitheater beginning from June 15 to August 17, 2010 the Vail Valley Foundation presents its free concert series, Bud Light Hot Summer Nights. This year's lineup includes bands that are perfect for getting into the mood.

Carriage ride
There's no better way to tour Vail Village than while on a cozy and romantic carriage ride. Allow one of the carriage drivers to take you to all the best spots while you and your special someone special take in all that the village has to offer.

VAIL'S TOP 5 THINGS TO DO AS A FAMILY

Rafting
Rafting adventures are available in the Vail Valley for all ages and experience levels. Bring the entire family for a leisurely float or challenge yourself to conquer some of Colorado's toughest rapids.

Try out the "night vision" trip with Lakota guides. Experience twilight, floating down Class l and ll water as you sense the wonder of being "out there." As stars emerge, observe and learn constellations. Night Vision monoculars bring a whole different dimension to the outdoor night world.
The "triple thriller" trip with Timberline Tours takes guests through the Shoshone rapids three times, upping the ante on fun in the water.

Imagination Station
Children ages two to 12 will enjoy the fun and intellectually stimulating environment of the Imagination Station. Kids will engage, observe, wonder and question the interactive exhibits and playscapes then discover and create with the help of family and staff.

Vail Nature Center
Located on seven acres in the forest along Gore Creek, the Vail Nature Center provides a wide variety of educational and fun programs for all ages including hikes, hut trips and photography workshops.

Adventure Ridge
Adventure Ridge, located at the top of the Eagle Bahn gondola on Vail Mountain, is the home of the Dino Dig and Vail's disc golf course. All activities at Adventure Ridge are fun for the whole family.

Horseback riding
The kids will love seeing the majesty of the Colorado Rockies from the back of a horse. Guided trail rides are a great way to spend some quality time with the entire family.

VAIL'S TOP 5 THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR FRIENDS

Night Life
You and your friends won't miss the city life with all the great things to do in Vail at night. Have dinner at one of Vail's wonderful restaurants and then have a night out on the town. You can find anything from the atmosphere of a laid back English pub to the pulsing beats of a dance club on the streets of Vail.

The Red Lion has live music most nights of the week. Make sure to bring your favorites to request and be prepared to dance the night away.
Samana Lounge offers the best in house and club music. The DJs spin samples that will transport you to New York or LA in a heartbeat.
Try the Tap Room for the latest in sports news and on-tap beer. The burgers are not to be missed!

Hot Summer Nights Concerts
Every Tuesday night at the Ford Park Amphitheater beginning from June 15 to August 17, 2010 the Vail Valley Foundation presents its free concert series, Bud Light Hot Summer Nights. This year's lineup includes bands that are sure to be a great time.

Teva Mountain Games
Professional and amateur outdoor adventure athletes from across the nation and around the world will converge upon the mountains and rivers of Vail to compete in eight sports and ten disciplines including: freestyle and extreme kayaking, paragliding, fly fishing one-fly and skills comp, diving dogs, kayak and raft paddlecross, bouldering, speed and dyno climbing, mountain bike freeride, big air, cross country, and road racing, as well as trail running, and the GNC Ultimate Mountain Challenge.

If you're feeling fit, try the Lärabar 10k Spring Runoff. It's the best mud-run that you'll find.
Check out the free concerts for a bit of nightlife during the games.

4X4 tour
Explore the rugged terrain of the mountains surrounding Vail from the comfort of a 4 x 4 vehicle. Exploring the mountains by 4 x 4 is an amazing way to spend a beautiful afternoon with your friends, and it's sure to be an afternoon you won't soon forget.

Timberline Tours offers the Castle Peak tour with tremendous wildflower viewing, while the Lake Creek Trail combines a dense alpine forest setting with an area rich in local mining history.

Friday Afternoon Club on Vail Mountain
Kick off your weekend with Vail's only Mountain Top Friday Afternoon Club at Adventure Ridge on the top of Vail Mountain. FAC begins at 5 p.m. and features the best views in the valley with amazing sunsets as well as food and drink specials.