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  Acquired Tastes Rafting

  Buena Vista

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  High Quality Half-, One-, Two-, and Three-day Rafting Adventures on the Arkansas River

     We give you more value for your rafting dollar! Our Brown's Canyon Bonus Half-Day Trip includes two extra rapids. On our deluxe two- and three-day trips, we camp on private land so we give you a better camping experience for less money than companies that camp on public land. Our friendly, well-trained guides and staff will make your rafting trip a special experience! ACQUIRED TASTES HAS PROVIDED SAFE, FUN, EXCITING WHITEWATER ADVENTURES UNDER THE SAME OWNERSHIP SINCE 1986! (less) ... Read more

  10% Off if you request U.S. Family Guide Discount

  Get the Real Deal with our Higher Quality 1//2-, 1-, & 2-Day Rafting Adventures! We offer a Smaller, More Personal Rafting Experience! Our guides do only one trip per day. Other companies …

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  Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure

  Denver

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  Looking for a way to turn Denver into a giant game board? Urban Adventure Quest has created a family-based scavenger hunt that combines the fun of the amazing race with a three-hour tour of Denver. Guided from any smart phone, groups make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. The adventure begins at the state capitol and takes you on a well designed course through some of Denver's art and culture, among shops along the 16th Street Mall and through courtyards and buildings steeped in rich Denver history. The tour requires approximately 2 miles of walking and uses the free 16th street mall transportation at one point in the game. Using a smart phone as 'the guide' allows teams to start when they want and determine their own pace of play. Stop for lunch midway or an ice cream on the Mall - why not, it's your schedule? Offered at a fixed price for a group vs. per person pricing, this city tour/game offers a great value to those on a budget. Register @ www.UrbanAdventureQuest.com. (less) ... Read more

  Save 20% on a Fun Scavenger Hunt Adventure

  Turn Your City into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure. Combine the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make…

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  American Adventure Expeditions

  Buena Vista

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  Whitewater Rafting

     Join us for a fun filled day of whitewater rafting in Colorado on one of numerous stretches of the Arkansas River. The Ark, as the locals call it, is the premier location for a whitewater rafting vacation in Colorado and one of the best in the world! Located some two hours from Denver or Colorado Springs, whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River makes a perfect quick and exciting trip for friends, company retreats, or a great family adventure vacation. Pick from four spectacular stretches of river, each with their own unique personality: Whitewater Rafting Browns Canyon, Whitewater Rafting The Numbers, Whitewater Rafting Royal Gorge, and Whitewater Rafting Parkdale / Bighorn Sheep Canyon. (less) ... Read more

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  Clear Creek Rafting Company

  Idaho Springs

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  Experience Colorado whitewater river rafting adventure! Want to raft the Arkansas River or Clear Creek River in Colorado, or experience the thrill of whitewater rafting in the Rocky Mountains or at the majestic Royal Gorge? A river rafting adventure on a Colorado white water rafting trip will be the highlight of your vacation! Whitewater rafting getaways and family adventures on the Arkansas River, Clear Creek River, through the Royal Gorge, Browns Canyon and Bighorn Sheep Canyon in Colorado are our specialty. Experience the thrill of the Clear Creek River 30 minutes away from Denver.

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  Colorado Adventure Center

  Idaho Springs

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  Look to Colorado Adventure Center for exciting white water rafting adventures for every experience level, from scenic floats where you get a chance to view wildlife or sit quietly listening to nature, to heart-stopping Colorado whitewater rafting trips with crashing waves and heart-pumping paddling. Some trips offer both in one day! You can go rafting in Colorado with us on four rivers across the central part of the state. Our multiple locations allow you to pick the best trip for your group, whether it's for a half-day, full-day or multi-day Colorado whitewater rafting adventure. Zip-lining, Zipping, Canopy Tours, Zip Zip Zipping. You've heard of it but are you ready to try it? Colorado is the perfect place to get a first zipline adventure under your belt. And if you've already done it, we know you're hooked on zip-lining so we have some unique experiences for you to consider. Zip across the Colorado River over stunning Glenwood Canyon! Our High Tower course in Idaho Springs is one of the highest and the longest in Colorado! Zoom nearly a quarter-mile on the longest zip! Try our high adventure ropes course and climbing wall. (less) ... Read more

  20% Off Sky Trek - Aerial Adventure Course

  20% Off - Brand New Colorado Sky Trek! 63 element High Aerial Adventure Park. Push your skills as you climb through a variety of cargo nets, balance bridges, swings, zip lines, and more! …

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Sylvan Lake - Part of the Family Activity Pack Program

     Sylvan means a peaceful, wooded place and that's what visitors will find at this beautiful park surrounded by the White River National Forest. Stunning mountain scenery, abundant recreation, wildlife to watch and top-notch fishing and hiking provide year-round diversion. Anglers can try for rainbow, cutthroat, brook and brown trout in the lake and creeks. Hikers will find more than seven miles of state park trails and easy access to the national forest. Picnickers can stake their claim to a spot along the shoreline.  Canoeists, kayakers, paddle and electric motor boaters enjoy the 42 acre lake. Overnight visitors can choose to camp, stay in a cabin or lounge in a yurt. (less) ... Read more

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Copper Mountain Resort Association

  Copper Mountain

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  Copper's activities let you enjoy the mountains while relaxing in the Village at Copper with the entire family. Race on Summit County's only go kart track, conquer the climbing wall or see who gets the first hole-in-one at Copper's mini golf course. Summer Activity Passes: Include: (1) Rocky Mountain Coaster Coaster Ride, (3) Bungee, (1) go-kart, (1) zip-line, mini golf, (2) Wrecktangle hydro bike, bumper boats, and climbing wall.

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  Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

  Glenwood Springs

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  America's Only Mountain-top Theme Park!

     Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, offers a unique day of family fun...where nature meets adventure! Take the scenic tram to the top of Iron Moutain where you'll experience incredible thrill rides perched on the edge of Glenwood Canyon, high above the Colorado River, like The Giant Canyon Swing, the Cliffhanger Roller Coaster, the Glenwood Canyon Flyer and one of the longest Alpine Coasters in the state. New for summer 2017, is the Haunted Mine Drop, the world's only drop town inside a mountain. There are two unique kid-friendly guided tours of Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves, voted "One of the Top 10 Family Cave Tours in the Country". Kids' love the 4D theater, laser tag, a Ferris Wheel, a kid's coaster, climbing wall and more. Mountain-top restaurant and breathtaking Rocky Mountain vistas. Great for groups, family reunions and birthday parties. Open year-round, visit our website for hours and to purchase tickets online. (less) ... Read more

  50% Off Tram Admission to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park - ONLINE ONLY

  ONLINE ONLY - Go to www.glenwoodcaverns.com: buy tickets. YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE using the promo code: USFAM. to receive your 50% Off Tram Ride Admission to Glenwood Caverns Advent…

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  High Country Snowmobile Tours

  Dillon

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  Snowmobile Tours & Snow Tubing.....Beginner Friendly & Family Oriented Tours to More Adventurous & Challenging Tours.....It's the memory of a lifetime. Come experience Colorado's beauty with a snowmobile vacation in the Summit County Colorado area.....Two Locations Serving: Keystone, Breckenridge, Dillon, Silverthorne, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Kremmling and Summit County, Colorado....Book Online Now or call us at 970-668-9945.

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  Loveland Ski Area

  Georgetown

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  13,010 Feet High Atop the Continental Divide

     Its skilled, friendly instructors and gentle, separate terrain for beginners. Its FREE, close-in parking. Its tons of terrain at a small price. Its cruisers and bumps, trees and glades, and everything in between a place where people with a love for skiing and riding experience pure bliss.

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  Mad Adventures

  Winter Park

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  At Mad Adventures we offer whitewater rafting trips for most all ages. On the Colorado River, we specialize in family- and group-friendly trips. If you are wanting to experience whitewater rafting for the first time with your children, have a family reunion, or just want to see beautiful terrain from a river perspective, book a half day, full day or an overnight trip. Winter Park and Steamboat Springs are only 45 minutes away so you can be on the river and back home before it's campfire marshmallow time. Clear Creek has family friendly sections and more adventurous sections. Per mile, Clear Creek has more rapids than most rivers you might raft. This creates very exciting trips, even on the family-friendly sections. Clear Creek's location near Denver (35 minutes), Winter Park (45 minutes) and Breckenridge (45 minutes) makes it an easy choice for rafting without lots of driving. (less) ... Read more

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  Performance Tours Rafting

  Breckenridge

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  Genuine Colorado Adventure at its Best!

     Rafting in Colorado on a scenic whitewater raft trip is genuine Colorado adventure at its best ! Our rafting trips range from family adventure to extreme whitewater excitement trips. The raft trips depart from our offices in Breckenridge, Buena Vista, and the Royal Gorge. Our offices are an easy drive from the Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Canon City, Aspen, Vail , Keystone, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Frisco, and Salida areas. We raft on the Arkansas, Clear Creek, Blue and Colorado Rivers offering half-day to multi-day trips with spectacular mountain and canyon scenery. The Arkansas River is the most popular river in Colorado and offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the nation! Performance Tours has been offering professionally guided raft trips for all ages and abilities since 1986, and we have provided over 200,000 guests with fun-filled river memories that will last a lifetime! Our excellent safety record, and emphasis on customer satisfaction has made us one of the most popular, trusted, and highly respected outfitters in Colorado. Our highly qualified and service oriented staff is committed to exceeding your expectations in an effort to make your Colorado rafting adventure the best that it can be ! We invite you to join us this summer and experience for yourself the thrill and excitement that whitewater rafting offers. You'll see why river rafting has become one of the most popular activities in the Colorado Rockies and you'll discover why so many people prefer Performance Tours for their adventures. Give us a call - you'll be glad you did! (less) ... Read more

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  RaftColorado.net

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  RaftColorado.net is Colorado's online guide for whitewater rafting. Check out dozens of special offers updated daily for family whitewater rafting adventure.

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  Rocky Mountain Adventures

  Fort Collins

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  Enjoy the Thrill of Colorado Rafting Adventures. Rocky Mountain Adventures offers a variety of whitewater rafting excursions throughout Colorado, from half-day trips to up to three days of rafting, camping and hiking. Choose from a pure adrenaline rush or various family adventures on the Cache la Poudre or Clear Creek, or a relaxing family float on the Upper Colorado and anything in between. We also offer rafting trips on the Arkansas and North Platte River.

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  Royal Gorge Route Railroad

  Canon City

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  Take a Train Ride Through the Royal Gorge!

     The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado's finest and most exhilarating way to explore the riches and beauties of the Royal Gorge. Whether enjoying the breathtaking views from an open railroad car or enjoying a meal garnished with spectacular sights, the Royal Gorge Route Railroad has bounties of fun for all those who board. The train departs daily now through October 31. Looking for a Christmas adventure the whole family will enjoy? The Santa Express Train is the answer for this year's holiday fun! Take part in the magical journey up the gorge to the "North Pole" where the train makes a special stop to pick up a very important passenger - Santa! Every family will enjoy classic Christmas stories and hot cocoa while making memories that will last a lifetime on the Santa Express Train. Make your reservation now for Santa Express, as spots fill up quickly. Visit us on our website or call us to make a reservation for an unforgettable journey on Colorado's most unforgettable train. (less) ... Read more

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  Storm Mountain Express

  Steamboat Springs

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  Storm Mountain Express provides a premier shared ride shuttle service to and from the Yampa Valley Regional Airport to Steamboat Springs. Our private executive vehicles include such amenities as TV, DVD and complimentary beverages. Our goal is to provide a first class and safety oriented transportation service to and from the Yampa Valley Regional Airport, Denver International Airport and Eagle/Vail Airport. (less) ... Read more

  15% discount on adult Hayden airport transfers

  Space available. Must mention US Family Guide when making reservation. Not good with any other discount.

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  Traveling Baby Company

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  Baby Equipment Rental. Clean, Safe and Delivered!

     Are you traveling with your baby? Baby equipment rental is now made easy with Traveling Baby Company. Book on line and your baby equipment will be delivered straight to your door. Rent cribs, strollers, car seats, toys and much more. All our products are clean, safe and easy to use.

  Nationwide Baby Equipment Rental

  Going on vacation? Don't lug heavy, bulky equipment through the airport for your kids ever again! Save 5-10% when booking your order by Sept 30th and LIKE our Facebook page! Your coupon cod…

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Camping in Colorado

     Lying beneath a starry canopy and drifting off to the sound of nature is just one draw to camping in Colorado. Breathtaking natural beauty, few bugs and the abundance of outdoor activities at your fingertips make the Centennial State one of the nation's most popular places to camp. Colorado Parks and Wildlife manages more than 4,000 campsites throughout the state. We have everything from backcountry sites for those who desire seclusion to full-hookup sites with individual pressurized water, sewer and electrical connections. Our parks make the perfect setting for affordable, family-friendly vacations. Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins or yurts and allow you time to explore and discover Colorado's diverse landscapes and attractions. (less) ... Read more

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  Comfort Inn Vail / Beaver Creek

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  Ideally located only minutes from the ski areas of Vail, Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead. Free ski shuttle to Beaver Creek and the Riverfront Gondola. Recently remodeled, your stay will include a deluxe continental breakfast, year-round outdoor heated pool and hot tub, all new fitness room and free high-speed internet. The hotel is pet-friendly and within walking distance from several area restaurants and features a beautifully renovated lobby with a huge river rock fireplace for your enjoyment. Make your reservations today by calling 800-423-4374 or by visiting our website at www.comfortinnvail.com (less) ... Read more

  20% Off Weekday Stay - Rocky Mountain Getaway

  Incredible location in the heart of the Vail Valley. Minutes from World Class Ski Resorts; Vail, Beaver Creek, Arrowhead and Bachelor Gulch. Year-round outdoor heated pool & hot tub, on-sit…

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  Golden Bell Camp and Conference Center

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  Golden Bell Camp & Conference Center - A Mountain Top Experience

     Sometimes you just need a break from the busyness of life and reconnect with family and friends. Golden Bell is a perfect weekend escape. We offer Lodge and Chalet accommodations that are perfect for a simple getaway, a retreat or a family reunion! Call or email us to make your reservation. 719-687-9561 or info@goldenbellrocks.com

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  Vail Home Rentals Inc.

  Vail Home Rentals Inc.

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  Vail Home Rentals is one of Vail's first Management Teams. We specialize in Association Management, Real Estate Sales, Rental and Non-Rental Management. Enjoy the Best of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. We feature premier homes, townhomes, and condominiums in Vail Valley. Most of our rental properties are within walking distance to the base of the mountain. Make us your destination when renting in Vail, Colorado. We also offer outlying properties for the economy minded guest. (less) ... Read more

  GREAT VALUES ON SELECT PROPERTIES

  For information or reservations --- CALL 1-800-525-9803 or email RESERVATIONS at reservations@vailhomerentals.net

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  Wyndham Vacation Rentals Beaver Creek

  Beaver Creek

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  Beaver Creek consistently ranks among the Best Ski Resorts in the West in SKI Magazine's annual survey. Plus, this world-class destination took the top spot as the #1 Family-Friendly Ski Resort in the West for 2015. With perks like free, freshly baked cookies, an excellent ski school, and fireworks in the village every Thursday night, such accolades can hardly come as a surprise. When you pass through the gate of Beaver Creek Resort, you can leave your cares behind. An intimate resort hidden from view, Beaver Creek provides a beautiful setting where friends, families or couples can get together, get away and reconnect.

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  Wyndham Vacation Rentals Private Residence

  Beaver Creek

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  Private Residence Collection sits at the base of Arrowhead Mountain and offers a Village-to-Village ski experience connecting Arrowhead through Bachelor Gulch to Beaver Creek Mountain. The Seasons at Arrowhead has 31 beautifully appointed Lodge and Studio to 3 bedroom luxury condominiums, featuring all the comforts of home with private balconies and great views. Arrowhead Village is a gated community for the ultimate private experience. Amenities include the Arrowhead community outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, and fire pit, and The Broken Arrow and The Vista restaurants, all just steps away from the front door. Private Residence Collection is also well known as a beautiful place for weddings. Both The Seasons Lodge at Arrowhead and The Vista Restaurant next door offer sweeping views from their patios of The Country Club of the Rockies Golf Course and the mountains beyond. (less) ... Read more

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  Wyndham Vacation Rentals Vail

  Beaver Creek

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  Whatever you're looking for in a ski vacation, you're likely to find it in Vail. Vail Resort consistently receives high marks from skiers for family friendliness, off-hill activities, and dining both on and off the mountain. Not to mention being ranked in SKI Magazine's annual survey as one of the Top 5 Best Ski Resorts in the West for more than five years in a row, most recently in the 2015 rankings. Wyndham Vacation Rentals offers lodging options ranging from hotel rooms to 4 bedroom condominiums.