Steamboat Property Feature: Snow Flower Condos Located Right at the Base of the Mountain

 For resort lodging with both convenience and affordability, take a look at ResortQuest Steamboat's Snow Flower Condos at the Gondola.  Just steps away from the Gondola and Ski School, the Snow Flower Condos offer guests a unique and comfortable setting, while not emptying their wallets in the process.

The location makes this Steamboat condominium an unbeatable value.  Located right next to the One Steamboat Place, the Snow Flower is literally just steps away from the Gondola.  When you are done skiing for the day just ski down past the Gondola on skier's left, take off the gear and walk a 100 feet to your comfortable condo.  Snow Flower is also close to the quaint shops and distinctive restaurants of the Gondola Square and Ski Time Square set at the base of the mountain.  Cafe Diva, Saketumi, and the Truffle Pig are just a few of the fabulous restaurants where guests can unwind with a few drinks après ski, or a delicious meal to recharge after an enjoyable day of skiing or snowboarding.

View pictures of Snow Flower

View the virtual tour- see how close you really are!
 

The condos are set for entertaining! Cook a family meal in the fully stocked kitchen.  All appliances needed, and grocery services which are available for delivery before arrival, make it effortless to cook a family meal.  Afterwards, guests are invited to relax sore or overworked muscles, in the Snow Flower’s giant outdoor hot tub or heated pool.

You can also pick out your perfect condo in the Snow Flower with pictures and video of every single unit or take a virtual tour of the Snow Flower Condos.  Don't miss our incredible deals and last minute lodging sales.  Feel free to book on online or call (866) 570-5872 to make a reservation with one of our friendly reservations staff members.  We look forward to seeing you in Steamboat Springs!

This Condo Feature was written by Katie Willis, one of our Reservations Specialists in the ResortQuest Steamboat office! Call today (866) 570-5872 to book the Snow Flower!

Top 3 New Year’s Eve Events for Adults in Steamboat Springs

New Year’s Eve is always an amazing time to reflect on the past year and begin celebrating the brand new year to come!  Steamboat always adds their unique twist to this event and it is ensured your night will be full of romance and celebration!  And if you book last minute New Year's Eve lodging you can save up to 40%!

Here are the New Year’s Eve Events Not to Miss!

1.  Dinner and Fireworks-   Head to the Sheraton right at the base of the mountain for a delicious dinner that will provide the perfect end to 2010 and get ready to say hello to 2011 while watching the Torchlight Parade and Fireworks that will be lighting up the night on the Steamboat Ski Resort!  Deck views will be amazing!  Book last

2. Romantic Sleigh Ride and Dinner at Saddleback Ranch-  Welcome in the New Year with a quite beautiful nighttime sleigh ride under the stars through the white snowy landscape on the Saddleback Ranch.  Then enjoy a delicious dinner with a wide variety of entree choices perfect for you and your loved one!

3.  Don’t miss the Dance Party at Preist Creek Ballroom at the Steamboat Grand
Whether you would like an awesome New Year’s Eve dinner with cocktail hour and dance party following or you just want to hit up the dance party, the Grand will be the place to say hello to 2011!    Enjoy live DJs dancing and midnight champagne toast!

Call our ResortQuest Steamboat concierge to help you book any of these amazing highly recommended New Year’s Eve celebrations!  Call (970) 870-4296 or (970) 870-4287 to speak with our team of concierges!

Cheap Southwest Flights to Colorado Plus Skis Fly Free!

Southwest.com is making sure you are able to get to the Colorado ski slopes this winter with a new promotion that just came out announcing cheap flights to Denver!  They are not only CHEAP (some as low as $39 dollars!!!) but your first 2 bags or 2 bags of Skis Fly for FREE!

Plus add our incredible lodging deals with ResortQuest Steamboat and you’ll be saving money across the board and you'll be in Steamboat in no time!  Right now you can save up to 40% on lodging during the month of January.  See our lodging deals.  Our properties at ResortQuest Steamboat not only offer superior luxury but you can save money by not renting a car.  Our superior complimentary on demand shuttles are at your beck and call- go downtown to grab a bite to eat, get a ride to the gondola so you can get first tracks and then head to your nightly plans!

So how where and when do you save?
•    Book your flights with Southwest airlines into Denver- save on cheap flights plus save up to $100 dollars on checked baggage fees! (based on oversized baggage fees from United.com)
•    When you book your shuttle bus from Denver to Steamboat, ResortQuest guests receive a discount on their shuttle.
•    Don’t waste money on a rental car-Use the ResortQuest Free Shuttle! Be hassle free and stress free (you wont have to drive in snowy conditions) with our shuttle that is on demand, will take you anywhere in Steamboat and its FREE!!!!
•    Book your lodging with ResortQuest Steamboat and save up to 40% on your lodging.

All these deals make it that much easier to get the “Land called Colorado” so start planning your winter ski trip! Don’t miss out on Steamboat’s powder- we’ve already surpassed the 150” of snow fall mark!

Steamboat Winter Fun Activities and Events for Dec. 17-23, 2010

With the Holidays right around the corner, Steamboat is lit up with holiday cheer and as usual there are tons of things to do from live music to holiday caroling and festive parties- see our full event calendar.

photo: Steamboat Pilot

Here are the weekly events we recommend you should try to do in the coming week!  Remember ResortQuest guests will also receive insider tips about activities and events from our team of concierges.  Contact them today to book the perfect activities while you are on vacation!

Friday Dec. 17, 2010

• DJ Harry — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m. Free event.
  Join longtime electronic DJ Harry for the launch party for a new website, www.steamboattonight.com. Harry has played on stages such as Bonnaroo, sharing the bill with artists including Moby, Spearhead and Widespread Panic.  56 Seventh St.

Saturday Dec. 18, 2010 

• Ski Season’s Greetings — Ski Time Square, 3 to 5 p.m.
  Activities include holiday caroling, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, live reindeer, cowboys and horses, photos, free refreshments, tree decorating, a torchlight parade and the lighting of the Mountain Village tree. Donations of household items for LIFT-UP of Routt County are accepted. Children are encouraged to bring an ornament to hang on the tree. Steamboat Ski Area base.  
• Something Underground — The Tugboat Grill & Pub, 9:30 p.m. $5 at the door
  Seth and Josh Larson and Trevor Mari­otti, of Denver power trio Something Underground, don’t let genre titles define the music they make. Soul, pop, rock, funk, blues and songs about zombies are up for grabs. Tickets are $5 at the door. 1860 Ski Time Square Drive.

Sunday Dec. 19, 2010

• The Home Ranch Cookbook signing — The Homesteader, 3 to 6 p.m.
  Celebrate the release of a new cookbook featuring recipes from The Home Ranch, Colorado’s only Relais & Chateaux resort. Featuring hors d’oeuvres and chefs Clyde Nelson and Craig Singer. Call 970-879-1980. 817 Lincoln Ave.

Tuesday Dec. 21, 2010

• RED Contemporary gallery opening — noon to 4:30 p.m.
  The gallery in the Sheraton Steamboat Resort opens for the winter season with sculptures by Steamboat resident John Robert Mingo, Ridgeway resident Pokey Park and several painters new to the gallery. 2200 Village Inn Court.  
• Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul — Strings Music Pavilion, 7 p.m.
  Enjoy a special Strings Music Festival off-season performance with fiddler Eileen Ivers. A Grammy Award-winning musician and star of Riverdance, she delivers a mix of traditional and original Irish airs, jigs, reels, grooves, songs and stories. Tickets are $40 for adults and $25 for children ages 6 to 17. Call 970-879-5056. Mount Werner and Pine Grove roads.

Wednesday Dec. 22, 2010

• Strings holiday family concert with Peter Davison — Strings Music Pavilion, 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Award-winning artist Peter Davison returns to the Strings Music Pavilion with the premiere of his new winter holiday show. This mix of zany antics, virtuoso juggling, dance and audience participation is a sure hit for all ages. With a special guest appearance by the Sugar Plum Fairy. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Call 970-879-5056. Mount Werner and Pine Grove roads.

Thursday Dec. 23, 2010

• Todd Musselman — Sweetwater Grill, 6 p.m.
  Local acoustic rock entertainment. FREE. Call 970-879-9500. Eighth and Yampa streets.
•  Rock on Ice — Howelsen Ice Arena, 7 to 9 p.m.
  Rock on Ice is an ice-skating event geared toward teens but open to everyone. Skate under disco lights to music from 7 to 9 p.m. The $6 cost includes skate rentals. 285 Howelsen Parkway.

Need a winter getaway?  Come to Steamboat for the month of December and receive 40% off lodging! This is a seriously good deal! View our luxurious lodging options and book now!~ 

Steamboat's Strawberry Hot Springs- Natural Wonders

(This blog is written by Lizzie Sack, a Steamboat Local and our Trappeur's Front Desk manager.) 

Ever wonder where the Springs in "Steamboat Springs" comes from? Discover first hand at the world renowned Strawberry Park Hot Springs.

Nestled far back in the serene Rocky Mountains is a place one only hears about in fairy tales.

Unwind after a long day of skiing through Steamboat's famous Champagne Powder by relaxing in 104 degree natural mineral water while absorbing the breath taking views of the forest around you and having snow fall from the starry sky above.

After changing in authentic tee-pee make your choice between three separate pools making it easy to relax into the unique stone masonry, completely clear your head and let your muscles and mind fully loosen up.

Not a skier?  The Strawberry Park Hot Springs is just as beautiful during the day.  Spend a whole day there perhaps starting with a massage in a private hut or watsu therapy in a private pool.  After your massage spend the day soaking in the beauty while resting in the Hot Springs.  Learn more about the Strawberry Hot Springs.

Contact our Concierge to arrange your tour to the Strawberry Hot Springs along with any massage or water therapy treatment!  Also when you stay with ResortQuest Steamboat you will receive great lodging deals for some of the best luxury accommodations in Steamboat!  View our properties now and book online to automatically receive the deals.

Keep in mind that this is a serious 4-wheel drive road and we highly suggest that guest book an inexpensive ride through the multiple companies that shuttle guests to the hot springs.  Also know that after dark there is only moonlight to guide you down the steps and no children are allowed after dark because the Strawberry Park Hot Springs becomes clothing optional.

Best of Steamboat’s Local Gifts for Christmas- Gift Ideas from Steamboat

Its all about shopping locally in Steamboat and you won’t be disappointed! There is such an interesting and wide array of gifts, services and companies that are based out of Steamboat, you’ll be able to find gifts for everyone on your list.

• BAP- This cute store in downtown Steamboat not only makes their own clothing line for adult and children but they also stock top of the line brand names like Mountain Hardwear, smith and more. Check out the BAP fleece blankets and hats to keep the newest members of the family warm and toasty.
  
  
• Honey Stinger- For the athletes in your life give them the energy of honey! Local company Honey Stinger hosts the best new energy supplements, bars, waffles, chews and gummies all packed with the natural energy of honey and other natural ingredients.
  
  
• Smartwool – This Steamboat based company knows what they are doing when it comes to wool! Wool not only naturally breathes but it is naturally odor free and keeps you the warmest! Enjoy everything from Smartwool socks (every type, size, color and purpose you can imagine), long underwear, base layers, underwear and stylish outwear like pants skirts and sweaters! You can find these items at retailers like All That Jazz, Allen's, Ski Haus and many more.
  
  
• Little Moon Essentials- This locally based and made products are fabulous for those who love their skin. Enjoy incredible sugar and salt rubs, massage oils, aromatherapy oils and more! They also have on-site spa where you can test out all the products.
  
  
• Steamboat Soap Co. This locally made and based company creates some of the yummiest soap around. Enjoy the nourishing and moisturizing qualities that are so desperately needed in the high country. Can be found at Lyon Drug.
  
  
• Locally Raised Beef: Beef that is grown wild with wide open spaces grazing on high altitude grass will forever change how you think about beef- Try Rocking J Beef or Yampa Valley Beef.

These stores and companies are just a sampling of the wide array of shopping found in Steamboat. While you are thinking about what to fill the stockings with give yourself a present- when you book lodging with ResortQuest for the month of December you can save 40% off or if you are headed to Steamboat later check out our other deals that are celebrating the great snow conditions!

Lance Armstrong riding Quizno's Pro Challenge in 2011

Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong, world champion Thor Hushovd and former world champion Cadel Evans, as well as legendary team directors Johan Bruyneel and Bob Stapleton are among the world renowned cyclists that will compete in the Quiznos Pro Challenge, August 22-28, 2011.

Today the organizers announced the first five teams to join the Quiznos Pro Challenge, including Team Radio Shack whom Lance Armstrong rides for. The tour is being described as the greatest bike race ever to be held on American soil from - and we're so excited to hear that the greatest cyclist of our times, Lance Armstrong will be riding through Steamboat Springs!

About the Quiznos Pro Challenge

The Quiznos Pro Challenge is most demanding professional bike race ever held in America, with racers experiencing breathless altitudes and nearly 600 mountain miles, for seven-straight days. The inaugural 2011 Quiznos Pro Challenge will take place August 22-28, traveling through some of the world’s most famous and

beautiful destinations, including Colorado Springs, Salida, Crested Butte, Gunnison, Aspen, Vail, Avon,Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Golden and Denver. 128 of the world’s best professional cyclists from 16 teams, including Team RadioShack, HTC-Highroad, Slipstream Sports/Garmin-Cervelo and Liquigas-Cannondale, will be put to the test like never before.

To keep in touch with the latest news and updates on the Quiznos Pro Challenge, visit

http://www.quiznosprochallenge.com/. 

Where to Stay for the Quiznos Pro Challenge

ResortQuest has lodging in 3 of the of start/finish locations for the Quizno's Pro Challenge: Steamboat, Breckenridge & Aspen.

SteamboatInfo@ResortQuest.com

Tour Schedule and Route

• August 22 – Stage 1, Prologue time trial, Colorado Springs
• August 23 – Stage 2, Salida to Crested Butte, mountain-top finish
• August 24 – Stage 3, Gunnison to Aspen, mountain stage
• August 25 – Stage 4, Vail, time trail, former Coors Classic stage
• August 26 – Stage 5, Avon to Steamboat Springs
• August 27 – Stage 6, Steamboat Springs to Breckenridge
• August 28 – Stage 7, Golden to Denver 

About the 5 Teams

Team RadioShack (USA)

Team RadioShack is led by Sports Team Manager Johan Bruyneel, the most winning sports director in history with nine Tour de France victories, including seven with pro-cycling legend Lance Armstrong. The 2010 team was comprised of riders hailing from 16 countries, including Grand Tour leaders, Lance Armstrong, Levi Leipheimer, Andres Kloden, Jani Brajkovic (Slovenia) and Tiago Machado (Portugal).

Liquigas-Cannondale (Italy)

Liquigas-Cannondale is an Italian professional cycling team ranked second in the UCI ProTour for the third consecutive year. Sport team manager Roberto Amadio has many returning stars including Vincenzo Nibali, who took the overall victory at the 2010 Vuelta a Espana, and Ivan Basso, who earned his second career Giro d'Italia win in May.

HTC-Highroad (USA)

Led by Bob Stapleton, the HTC-Highroad team has the most victories in professional cycling with 389 wins since 2008, nine national titles and six world champions on its 2011 roster. HTC-Highroad is comprised of top young talent with 19 riders under the age of 26 making it one of the youngest teams in professional cycling. The team represents national champions of Germany, USA, Sweden, Czech Republic, Ireland, Italy and Slovakia.

BMC Racing Team (USA)

BMC Racing Team finished as one of the top 10 teams in the UCI world rankings, helping them earn ProTeam status for 2011. Competing in its fifth season overall, the team is managed by Directeur Sportif John Lelangue and includes former world road race champions Cadel Evans (Australia) and Alessandro Ballan (Italy), and U.S. national road champion George Hincapie. In addition to many 2010 wins, BMC Racing Team led both the Tour de France and the Giro d’Italia in its first participation in both events. As a recent addition, Colorado native and multi-time world and U.S. national champion Taylor Phinney will join the team’s roster in 2011.

Slipstream Sports/Team Garmin-Cervelo (USA)

Headquartered in Boulder, Colo., Slipstream Sports and Team Garmin-Cervelo are managed by CEO and Director Sportif Jonathan Vaughters, a Denver resident who had a 10-year career as a professional cyclist. The 2011 team – a powerhouse in the peloton – includes Ryder Hesjedal, who earned seventh place overall at the 2010 Tour de France; sprint sensation Tyler Farrar; world champion Thor Hushovd and Christian Vande Velde.

We look forward to seeing you in Steamboat for the Quiznos Pro Challenge!

Happy Hours in Steamboat - Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill

Blog written by Steamboat Local and ResortQuest Employee Lizzy Sack- You can find Lizzy at our Trappeur's Crossing Resort!

Here in Steamboat Ski Town U.S.A®, we all know that after an amazing day on the slopes we all deserve a frosty mug of beer, or a cocktail, or a bottle wine. So what better place than Steamboat’s most popular brewery - Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill. Happy Hour!

Starting at 4 p.m. and ending at 6 p.m., Mahogany Ridge hosts the happy hour that locals frequent most often.

A neighborhood favorite, Mahogany Ridge boast the widest array of homemade brews in the town, including a local’s favorite, Alpenglow Ale. With half off all the drinks you can think of and $1 tapas that range from edamame to spicy pork tacos to a shrimp and vegetable wraps this is the best place to relax after a hard day on the slopes.

Don't worry about a thing: The ResortQuest Steamboat free shuttle is the most convenient way to get from your cozy condo to the historic atmosphere of downtown Steamboat Springs.

Drinks Galore: Not a beer person? No need to worry, Mahogany Ridge makes some of the best martinis, has a wide variety of whiskeys and a wine list that compares to any 5 star restaurant.

Kid Friendly: For the little ones they offer an amazing glass of root beer and traditional chicken wings that cure any craving.

While Steamboat Springs Ski Area provides you with the best powder around, let downtown Steamboat provide you with the best happy hour atmosphere. Book your Steamboat vacation now and save big for the month of December- and the snow has been fantastic! Steamboat already hit the 100 "inches of snow mark! Read more...

Steamboat’s Early Snow Keeps Skiers of All Levels and Ages Happy!

As many of you know Steamboat opened on Nov. 24th with the best opening ski conditions it has seen in a decade and the snow just keeps falling! Whether you are 80 years old or 5, these early season conditions are making everyone happy!

Luka and Finn spent their weekend skiing the incredible snow!

The ski resort has a base that is currently at 47” inches and Steamboat already hit the 100” inches of snow mark! This number includes total of snowfall so far this year! The conditions are considered powder and the Steamboat Ski Resort has 4 lifts running with access to 99 trails!

See the current weather.

Everyone skied powder on Monday 11/29/10 when over a foot of light Steamboat powder drenched the mountain! We'll be expecting many more days like this to come!

So what to do with all that snow? Play in it of course! Book your winter powder ski vacation in Steamboat now and get Free nights of lodging plus cash back that you can use for anything in Steamboat! Seriously- this is one of the best deals around! Book NOW!

Steamboat Events and Activities Nov 26-Dec 2, 2010

The Steamboat Ski Area is now open with an abundance of early season snow - in fact the best opening in 10 years! The holidays are upon us and with that brings an equally abundant list of exciting and fun things to do around Steamboat Springs this week. So after a brisk, exhilarating day on the slopes, change gear and check out these Steamboat-style apres ski happenings sure to warm your holiday spirit!

Cindy's Top Picks in Steamboat This Week

Friday, November 26

• Light Up The Night: Annual holiday season lighting of trees in downtown Steamboat on the Routt Co. Courthouse lawn. Come see Santa and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and carolers. 6:30 pm

Saturday, November 27

• James and the Devil: Rock the night away at the Tugboat Grill and Pub located at the ski area on Ski Time Square Drive. Also check out Happy Hour from 4-6 pm daily

Monday, November 29

• Wildhorse Cinemas: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, PG-13. Now showing on two screens at 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm, and 7:40 pm

Wednesday, December 1

• Open Community Meditation: Join in on this ongoing weekly community meditation session at the Bear River Yoga Center, 7:15 pm. Yampa St. downtown Steamboat. Free

Thursday, December 2

• Karaoke Night: The Tap House Sports Grill, Lincoln Ave. , downtown Steamboat. Come sing your heart out and enjoy $2 drafts and well drinks from 9-11pm. FREE

Steamboat has a little something for everyone from skiing to yoga, singing, bowling, dancing, and more. So kick your heels up and enjoy Ski Town USA!

See Our Current Steamboat Deals!

Book 3 nights and get the 4th night FREE plus receive $50 per night in free spending bucks! See more Steamboat deals...

Or) Buy One Vacation - Get One FREE!

Use Promo Code WYN to book a 7 Night vacation at ResortQuest Steamboat for this winter, and get a FREE Wyndham vacation. (Restrictions apply). Visit our website for promotion details.

Winter is Here! Steamboat Events and Activities: Nov. 12-18, 2010

Steamboat Ski Area will be opening on Wednesday, November 24! The snow guns are fired up and making snow, 93 of them to be exact. Mother Nature is also helping with opening day preparations with plans to continuing snowing well into next week.

Until then, here are my top picks for fun things to do around town in Steamboat Springs this week:

Friday, November 12

• The Hillbenders-Depot Art Center: This new Depot Show Concert Series features an acoustic bluegrass band from Springfield, Mo. Winner of the Telluride Band Contest in 2008, this group just recently released their debut album. Sponsored by the Steamboat Springs Arts Council. Tickets are $15. 7:30 pm.

Saturday, November 13

• "From Sorrow to Joy"- United Methodist Church. Yampa Valley Singers and Steamboat Chamber Singers perform to a multimedia presentation including photos, local musicians, and readings from historical literature including works by John Lennon and Ghandi. The theme of this concert is expressed as such-"Within a day or lifetime, we all experience transformations from sorrow to joy." Tickets are $10 Sat. 7 pm, Sun. 3 pm.
• QuarterMoon: Sweetwater Grill 7PM
  Americana Rock- this local band will get you moving with there sweet sounds. Head to the Sweetwater.

Sunday, November 14

• Live trivia : Rio Grand Mexican Restaurant 6:30 p.m. Free!
  Test your nonessential knowledge in four rounds of questions, with categories including sports, history, food and music. 628 Lincoln Ave.

Thursday, November 18

• "Crazy For You"-Steamboat Springs High School auditorium. The Steamboat Springs High School drama program presents its fall musical. Performances Thursday-Sunday 7 pm. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students, $3 SSHS students.

So get out and enjoy all that Steamboat has to offer! See our lodging deals! Book now and get the 4th night free plus receive $50 spending for each night of your stay. See you in the 'Boat!

Steamboat Known for Kid Friendly Family Friendly Activities and Programs

Steamboat Springs, Colorado has a little something for everyone but the town and ski resort are known for taking care of the kids! Steamboat has always been a kid and family friendly resort with activities on and off the mountain designed just for the little ones.

On Mountain Kids Activities:

• Kids Ski Free & Kids Rent Free programs: That’s right- doesn’t get better than this! Learn more about these programs.
• Kids Vacation Center and Ski School: The newly remodeled kids vacation center is western-themed with the intent of easily registering your child into the correct ski school course built for their level and customized to kids! Steamboat Ski Resort has even designated entire areas of the mountain just for the kids with five kids-only lifts and two special beginner teaching areas with dedicated Magic Carpet lifts. More advanced kids access the entire mountain, including kids-only terrain at Rough Rider Basin, complete with dedicated lift plus teepees and a kids’ terrain park.
  

Off Mountain Kids Activities:

• Old Town Hot Springs: The kids love the incredible hot spring pools with a water slide that is even open during evenings in the winter.
• Winter Sleigh Rides: Take a morning off skiing, and take the kids on a sleigh ride to feed horses and cattle, and perhaps even elk! Or venture out any evening to be under the stars next to a fireside where local country musicians will tell old cowboy tales and roast marshmallows by the fire.
• Ice skating: The Olympic-sized Howelsen Ice Arena offers figure skating, ice hockey, and skate rentals.
• Snow Tubing: Head to Howelsen Hill , jump on an inner tube and careen down the hill. Then do it all over and over and over again! But dress extra warm—it’s chilly at night.
• Steamboat Arts and Crafts Gym: The kids will love the wide variety of art activities and classes that are offered all year round to entertain and teach the kids!
• And so so so many more! what is your child interested in?
  

Get you and your family to Steamboat for the best deals, the best family ski resort and the best luxury accommodations when you stay with ResortQuest Steamboat. ResortQuest Steamboat also offers complimentary shuttles that are at your demand. Go anywhere around town for free!

The Best Off Season Dining Deals Steamboat Restaurants

Just because it's mud-season doesn't mean the town shuts down! This is one of the best times of year to get the best restaurant deals in Steamboat. And did you know that Steamboat also boasts some of the finest chefs this side of the Rockies? So between the best restaurants and the best chefs, these off-season dining deals sure to tantalize your taste buds!

Here are my top picks for local restaurant dining deals this week in Steamboat:

• Mambo Italiano is offering Buy 1 Entree Get 1 Entree Free several nights a week. For scrumptious pasta dishes and endless servings of their famous garlic, herb, and olive oil bread, this deal can't be beat. Open 7 days a week from 4:30-9:00 pm.

• Truffle Pig is Steamboat's newest dining establishment located on the mountain at One Steamboat Place. This week Truffle Pig offers a $20 3-course dinner menu featuring delectable Vietnamese specialties such as crispy pork belly, green papaya salad, pho noodle soup, braised short-ribs, and lemongrass panna cotta. Open 7 days a week.

• Cottonwood Grill on the Yampa River in downtown Steamboat is offering a 3-course gourmet menu for $22. For starters this menu features crab and shrimp wonton soup or wasabi salad followed by either crispy orange beef or shrimp and scallop pad tai. Top it off with the Grill's special double chocolate bread pudding. 701 Yampa St. Open Tues.-Sat. 5:30-close.

These dining deals are good through November so hurry on up to the 'Boat and enjoy some pre-skiing delights while you await Opening Day 2010! Also, check out ResortQuest's best lodging deals all winter long... eat, sleep and play for on the cheap without sacrificing a thing!

Dumping Snow & Steamboat Flights Prices!

The best snow in the Rockies lands in Steamboat Springs, and so can you with nonstop flights and great low fares that make arriving in Ski Town, USA® a snap.

Steamboat received 9" of snow overnight and 12" in 24 hours. Opening Day aka Scholarship Day, is just 2 weeks away - November 24, 2010. We already have a base of 19" and there's more snow on the way! Plus, Steamboat's snow making guns have been cranked for days. 

9" of Snow Overnight!

It get's better! The Steamboat Ski Area announced some incredible special offers on airfares direct to the Steamboat / Hayden Airport (HDN), just 30 minutes from all of our Steamboat lodging.

 Special offers available into Steamboat from these cities:

Airlines	Cities
American Airlines From $248	Chicago
	Dallas/Ft Worth
Continental Airlines From $248	Houston
Delta Airlines From $238 - $268	Atlanta: from $258
	Charleston: from $268
	Ft Lauderdale: From $268
	Minneapolis/St Paul: from $238
	Nashville: from $268
	New York /LaGuardia
	Pensacola: from $268
	Philadelphia: from $268
	Tallahassee: from $268
Frontier Airlines: from $258	Los Angeles
	San Francisco
	Seattle
	Phoenix
	Las Vegas

Details: Excluding Saturday travel.  Valid for travel between Jan. 5 - Feb. 17. Inbound travel to HDN Sun-Wed returning Tues-Fri.  Fares do not include taxes. Restrictions apply. Contact our flight desk for details.

Contact our Flight Desk to book the best Steamboat Flight deals: (866) 546-7421. Plus, don't forget to take advantage of our 40 Hour Sale: Save 40%!

Steamboat Springs Quiznos Pro Challenge Bike Race Announces Colorado’s Stops

Steamboat Springs, CO is a major hub during “the greatest bike race ever to be held on American soil” from August 22-28, 2011! Steamboat will be the end of stage 5 as tired riders come in from Avon, Co and the beginning of stage 6 as riders take off to make it to Breckenridge, CO!

Racers will be in Steamboat Aug. 26-27th!- secure your lodging now and pick your perfect condo!

The Quiznos Pro Challenge has announced the tour dates and stage stopping points in cities across Colorado including Aspen, Avon, Breckenridge, Colorado Springs, Crested Butte, Denver, Golden, Gunnison, Salida, Steamboat Springs and Vail.

The Quiznos Pro Challenge is a grueling, 600 mile, seven day race through the most majestic and treacherous terrain Colorado and the Rocky Mountains have to offer.

Specific route details were not released, but the start and finish spots indicate a very mountainous route, with few sprinter stages. “We had so much interest from incredible cities across Colorado that we could hold an event of twice the duration,” said Ellen Kramer, Quiznos chief communications officer. “We worked diligently throughout the selection process to incorporate cities that provide terrain that is unique to Colorado and delivers one of the most exciting cycling events in the world. The selected cities will make excellent partners and provide a demanding course for the world’s top cyclists.”

The announcement was made at a press conference held on the front steps of the Colorado State Capitol Building in front a crowd of approximately 1,000 people convened to later take part in a social bike ride lead by Armstrong, who announced the ride via Twitter several days prior.

“We are an American team based in Colorado so we're extremely excited about the Quiznos Pro
Challenge,” said Ryder Hesjedal, seventh-place finisher at the 2010 Tour de France. “Colorado has some of the best training grounds in North America and the racing is going to be incredible.”

“Our mission is to create an experience that is unique to the state of Colorado while remaining focused on our goal of building one of the preeminent sporting properties in North America,” said Joe Moller, president of the Quiznos Pro Challenge. “The website is just the beginning of our ascent into the digital space for the Quiznos Pro Challenge.”

Don’t miss this epic race- book your lodging & stay with us at ResortQuest Steamboat and ensure you are part of the action!

Steamboat Events and Activities for the Week of Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2010

The frost is definitely on the pumpkin, hay is in the barn, ghouls and goblins are making appearances around town and autumn is in full swing here in Steamboat! With falling leaves comes falling snow and that makes for some pretty happy folks these days.

With that being said, check out my top picks for some happy, upbeat, ghoulishly fun activities happening around Steamboat Springs this week. See our lodging deals!

Friday, October 29

• Steamboat Mountain Film Festival: Matchstick Productions features Ski Movie "The Way I See It" and "The Storming" by Standard Film Productions. Come see some of the biggest names and personalities in the industry through the screening of these two fine films. Sheraton Steamboat Resort, 7 pm.

Saturday, October 30

• Halloween Costume Party Featuring Nothing To Fear: Dance the night away to a local rock back and win that long sought after award for Best Costume. Sweetwater Grill, 6:30 pm.

Sunday, October 31

• Halloween Stroll-Downtown Steamboat: Join in on all the fun and excitement in this annual family tradition as trick or treaters stroll from shop to shop collecting goodies. 5 to 7 pm.

Tuesday, November 2

• Advanced Pottery Wheel Class: Come throw a pot and hone your skills with Julie Anderson in a six week class. Includes five day passes to the pottery studio. For more information call 970-870-0384. Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym, 6 to 9 pm.

Thursday, November 4

• Gourmet Beer Tasting & Dinner: Featuring the beers of Deschutes Brewery in Oregon. Tickets for beer tasting and dinner are $40. Rex's American Grill and Bar, 6 pm.

Have you planned your trip to Steamboat? If you book by Oct. 30 you can save up to 35% off your luxury lodging and be pampered while you are here! Let our concierge help you plan the perfect activities to accompany your perfect ski vacation!

Blog post by Cindy Ridley our ResortQuest Concierge-

Steamboat Weekly Events and Activities: Week of Oct. 22-28

Blog Post by ResortQuest's Concierge, Cindy Ridley.

There are so many wonderful events and activities taking place in Steamboat this week that one may be left to wonder how to fit it all in, sometimes there just aren't enough hours in the day!

Here are my picks for the top five must do/see activities:

Friday, Oct. 22, 2010

• Lee Parker and Gregory Block-Harwigs L'Apogee 7 pm. Piano music by local jazz fusion musician Lee Parker together with the classical sounds of local artist and musician Gregory Block. Also check out Block's contemporary art currently on display in the upstairs gallery. FREE!
  

Saturday, Oct. 23. 2010

• 20th Annual Pumpkin Festival-Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 10:30 am. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Steamboat Springs and TIC . Children can paint free pumpkins from 10:30 am until judging takes place at noon. Families one and all come check out this fall-themed festival! FREE

Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010

• FREE African Dance Class-Bud Werner Memorial Library, Library Hall, 10 am. This is the fifth of six sessions in the Adult Beginning Dance Series. This series has featured a different free dance class every Sunday to help introduce the community to the art of dance.

Monday, Oct. 25, 2010

• Story Time for Grownups-Library Hall at Bud Werner Memorial Library, Noon. Yoga Instructor and Thai massage therapist Patty Zimmer and Mike Forney will share an hour of contemporary and classic short stories. Come spend your lunch hour in literary heaven! FREE

Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010

• Expressions of the Spirit Writing Workshop-Come spend the afternoon with local writer and life coach Susan de Wardt as she leads this weekly exploration session. 465 Anglers Dr., Suite C, noon to 1:30. Call 970.846.6562 for more information.

Check out our full event calendar or the Steamboat Pilot for more information.

Calling All Romantics! Top Romantic Activities in Steamboat

(Blog Post by Cindy-ResortQuest Concierge!) There’s no time like the present and what better time to plan a weekend getaway with that special someone than right now while the Fall colors are still abound, a relaxed pace prevails, and lodging and dining deals hard to resist! So grab your loved one and get yourself up to the ‘Boat!

Here are my picks for the perfect romantic day in Steamboat:

Grab a cup of coffee or chai from Amante Coffee in the Wildhorse Plaza and stroll on down to the Yampa River Core Trail as it meanders along the Yampa. From there head over to the Botanic Gardens and saunter along the paths taking in the fall blooms, tranquil pond, bronze sculptures, and the new solar powered Trillium House-a perfect spot to plan a wedding or anniversary gathering!

Next stop, Backcountry Provisions in downtown Steamboat for gourmet order and go sandwiches before heading up to the Strawberry Park Hot Springs. Located a few miles out of town alongside Hot Springs Creek, these breathtakingly beautiful natural hot springs will warm you body and soul. Several terraced pools surrounded by natural stone masonry invite you to soak your cares away while the backdrop of blue sky, towering aspens, and quaint hobbit-like massage cabins transport you and your loved one to a state well-being and bliss. (Food isnt allowed by the pools but there are great little sitting areas around the springs complex that will lend themselves for the perfect post soak picnic.)

Ahhhhh, what’s next you ask? A perfect ending to a perfect day has you and your guy or gal dining at Bistro C.V., one of Steamboat’s newest gourmet dining venues located on Third and Lincoln downtown. Chef owners Kevin Caparrelli and Brian Vaughn sum up their culinary philosophy, “Our food is a reflection of our belief in cooking simply, honestly and innovatively.” With that being said, each dish is hand crafted and artfully prepared and presented by waiters exuding just the right personal touch. The potato-white truffle gnocchi with oyster mushrooms, artichokes, asparagus and white cheddar béchamel was almost too beautiful to eat! Complimented by an ’08 Italian Pinot Grigio from Scarpetta Vineyards in Fruili-Venezia Guilia, this dish was as delectable and savory as it was beautiful.

Romance in Steamboat? You bet! Come see for yourself! Take advantage of our fall specials and save up to 40% on ResortQuest lodging if you book before 10/31/10.

Upcoming Events & Activities for the week of Oct. 15-21, 2010

Post by our head concierge, Cindy Ridley (email her!):Fall is upon us and the countdown to opening day in on (39 days in case you were wondering). Steamboat received its first snowfall of the season this past week and with that comes the anticipation of more to come. In the meantime there's still plenty to do in Steamboat Springs during these gorgeous autumn days and cool Rocky Mountain nights; activities that are sure to leave you relaxed and rejuvenated until you strap on those boards!

Here's my picks for the upcoming week:

Friday, Oct. 15

• Sisters in Steamboat Weekend: Welcome Wine Reception "Taste of Steamboat", Bud Werner Memorial Library, Library Hall, 5:30-7:30 pm. $20
• Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Ski & Sport Swap: Steamboat Springs Middle School, 7 pm. This events supports the athletes of the SSWSC. Admission is $5
• Foreign Film Series: "1981" at the Depot Arts Center, 7 pm, FREE
• The Tugboat Grill & Pub: Full Belly, Boulder-based funk rock band, 9:30 pm. $5

Saturday, Oct. 16

• Sisters in Steamboat Weekend: Enrichment workshops, lectures, and demonstrations, various locations around downtown Steamboat Springs, 8 am-4 pm
• Little Black Dress "Eat Dessert First" Party for Sisters in Steamboat: 5:00-7:30 pm at The Sweetwater Grill, $35
• Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Ski & Sport Swap: Steamboat Springs Middle School, 8 am-3 pm, FREE
• Wedding Expo: Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association hosts this event at the Depot Art Center, 10 am-2 pm, FREE + free food and wedding vendors

Sunday, Oct. 17

• Sisters in Steamboat Weekend: Yoga, bellydance, coffee tasting, and a Yampatika hike close out the weekend's festivities, 8 am-12:15, various locations around Steamboat Springs
• Free Dance Class: Bud Werner Memorial Library, Library Hall, 10 am. Learn to belly dance with Courtney Anderson, sponsored by the Steamboat Dance Theater
• Live Trivia: Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, 6:30 pm. Test your non-essential knowledge in four rounds of questions with categories including sports, history, food, and music. FREE. 628 Lincoln Ave.

Monday, Oct. 18

• Wildhorse Cinemas: Secretariat, Life As We Know It, The Social Network, WallStreet: Money Never Sleeps, Easy A, Case 39, The Town. 655 Marketplace Plaza. 870-8222
• Chief Plaza Theater: You Again, Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole, Resident Evil: Afterlife 3D, Alpha Omega 3D, The American. 813 Lincoln Ave. 879-0181

Tuesday, Oct. 19

• Songwriters in the Round: Spend an intimate evening with three award winning songwriters at First String Music, 1880 Loggers Ln. Show begins at 7:30 with limited seating. $15
• Expressions of the Spirit: Writing workshop with local writer and life coach Susan de Wardt. Sundance Plaza, 12-2 pm. $25

Wednesday, Oct. 20

• Open Community Meditation: Yoga Studio Rx at The Bear River Center, 7:15 pm, FREE
• One Book Steamboat: In honor of Steamboat Springs community book read of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Bud Werner Memorial Library presents an evening with author and filmmaker Mary McDonagh Murphy. Guests will screen Murphy's documentary "Hey Boo: Harper Lee & To Kill a Mockingbird." 6:30 pm.

Thursday, Oct. 21

• Live Music: Eric Delaney and Friends, Saketumi, 5 pm. FREE
• Steamboat Springs Writer's Group: Local writers get together and share their work, Depot Arts Center, noon. FREE

Check out the full event calendar or the Steamboat Pilot for more information, and more information about the Sisters in Steamboat weekend on our website. Don't forget, this is the last week to save 50% off the summer!

Calling all Sisters! Sisters, Women, Females Unite in Steamboat Springs, CO

All women deserve love and pampering and this weekend in Steamboat is devoted to just that! So sisters (biological, kindred, friends and otherwise) come to the 2nd annual Sisters in Steamboat Weekend.

No kids, no laundry, no work- just quality time with the girls you love- doing the things you love! This year’s event is promising an incredible opportunity for personal enrichment from yoga, journaling, health, spas and retail therapy! The chosen charity of the year is the American Heart Association and the weekend is built around women's health and the four elements of life's balance: spiritual, emotional, artistic and physical.

See the full line up of Sisterly Events- there are so many cool unique activities you will won't be able to choose!

To register for the event go to the Main Street Steamboat website. There you can sign up for workshops, events and the activities available for the weekend.

Book your lodging now at any of our ResortQuest Steamboat properties and stay in pure luxury to rejuvenate and replenish your soul!

Ski in Steamboat This Winter with Our Ten Day Lodging Sale

Skiing, Snowing, Saving, Playing! Its all in Steamboat this winter when you book with ResortQuest Steamboat!

And its time to get serious and book your Steamboat Springs Winter Ski Vacation now because the deals are as good as they are going to get!

We told you earlier about our early bird deals and now it’s the Ten Day Ski Sale! Book by Oct. 15, 2010 to receive these incredible lodging deals throughout the ski season.

It’s the Better Deal for our Best Guests- If you book by Oct. 15 you can save up to 35% off you ski vacation to Steamboat along with 25% off your lift tickets! That’s right this is one of the few times you can actually purchase discounted lift tickets! That means your are saving money across the board! See the details and promo code info for this 10 Day Sale and book online now to secure your savings!

See you on the slopes in Steamboat- Ski Town USA!