Since 2006. the yearly Beaver Creek Wine and Spirits festival has attracted hundreds of drink connoi

Since 2006. the yearly Beaver Creek Wine and Spirits festival has attracted hundreds of drink connoisseurs who come from all over to sip and sample some of the nation s very best wine and spirits. rhode island vacation rentals paired with culinary delights in the a few of the country s very best chefs. all set against the stunning backdrop of Colorado rhode island vacation rentals s Gore Mountain Variety. About two hrs in the Denver Airport. Beaver Creek is a luxurious winter ski resort that provides just as much appeal throughout the warmer months. I was a guest of Beaver Creek for the 2010 Wine and Spirits Festival and enjoyed rhode island vacation rentals myself so much I hope to return with my husband come 2011. Right here are seven reasons why you need to consider attending also. The wineand spirits The initial reason is. obviously. a no-brainer. The drinks are what this festival is all about and the occasion offers multiple possibilities to indulge. From the opening night rodeo with custom drinks made by top bartenders. to cocktail and wine seminars. towards the grand tasting of over 40 wines. you ll by no means go thirsty all through the weekend. One of my preferred activities was the Friday morning Walk Wine. After an easy two-hour hike (or a more strenuous 1 you can choose) that offered near-endless rhode island vacation rentals views from the Gore Range. the group convened at the stunning Grouse Mountain Grill for a lavish four-course lunch spread that included handmade roasted ravioli with braised Colorado lamb. spice-rubbed Colorado steak. and peach and rosewater rhode island vacation rentals sherbet with sweet corn madelaines. all served with perfectly rhode island vacation rentals paired wine. The food Attendees at the festival needed something to go with all that wine and spirits and as the Walk Wine menu above shows. rhode island vacation rentals they were not left hungry. In addition towards the BBQ dinner with the Thursday evening rodeo. the Friday morning Walk Wine lunch. and also the decadent wine-pairing dinner at the Splendido rhode island vacation rentals at theChateau. there were also several cooking demos (throughout which food and drink were served. or course) and an informative cooking class that ended with a three-course lunch withyou guessed it. more wine pairings. Throughout the weekend. everything served was beyond delicious and was creatively designed and perfectly prepared. There was nothing I ate that wouldn t please the most persnickety of palates. The romanceGood food. good wine. gorgeous mountain views the whole experience from the Beaver rhode island vacation rentals Creek Wine and Spirits Festival lends itself to romance. And though the resort is very family rhode island vacation rentals friendly. it s easy to find quiet corners and spots made for spending quality time away in the kids. Most of the hotels in Beaver Creek. including the magnificent Park Hyatt. cater to couples with luxurious spas and special packages. The family fun Beaver Creek is perfect for families all year round and in summer it s especially great for kids who love to play. swim. hike and bike. From June to September. the Summer Adventure Center provides daily scheduled (and private by appointment) hikes and bike tours for hikers of all ages and fitness rhode island vacation rentals levels. Many from the hikes are free and all include use of gear like hiking boots and poles. Many of the hotels have pools and there s a mini golf course and kids play area at the base from the mountain and a summer ice-skating rink in the center from the village. Beaver Creek also offers rhode island vacation rentals a summer kids camp. The outdoor adventure Beaver Creek is set in some of the most stunning mountains of Colorado. and there s no better way to work off all those food and drink calories than by experiencing all the outdoor actions on offer here. In addition to hikes that you can do on your own or with a guide. you can also rent bikes. go horseback riding. or try white-water rafting or an ATV tour. For less strenuous adventure. you can take the Spruce Saddle chairlift up towards the leading of the mountain and then hike or ride your rental rhode island vacation rentals mountain bike back to ground level. The affordabilityBeaver Creek is known as a winter destination for its luxurious accommodation and decadent dining close to excellent ski runs. The same is true in the summer. but what many people don t know is that all out luxury isn t your only option there are plenty of affordable places to eat and drink in style on a smaller rhode island vacation rentals budget in Beaver Creek. Tickets for that Wine and Spirits Festival events are sold individually so you can spend as much. or as little. on events as you wish. And prices for flights to and accommodations rhode island vacation rentals in Beaver Creek are lower during summer than during peak ski seasons. so it s easy to experience the luxury of Beaver Creek on a more affordable level. The neighborsBeaver Creek is only two hours by car from Denver so it s easy to combine a weekend in Beaver Creek with a day or two exploring Denver. You can also fly into nearby Vail s Eagle Airport. Neighboring Vail offers many from the attractions you ll find at Beaver Creek great hiking trails. outdoor adventure. and excellent dining and nightlife. rhode island vacation rentals In 2010. the Vail Soul Music Fest was held at the same time as the Wine and Spirits rhode island vacation rentals Festival; the weekly Vail Farmer s Market rhode island vacation rentals would also be enough to lure visiting foodies from Beaver Creek to Vail for an afternoon. Tickets for events held as part from the Wine and Spirits Festival range from $25-$125 per adult. Disclosure: I was a guest of Beaver Creek. but my opinions are my own. Ready to go? Look for airfare to Denver. find cheap hotels in Denver. and read more about things to do in Denver and also the surrounding areas.