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!

Winter Olympic Trials in Steamboat Springs, CO

See the top Olympic athletes compete on Steamboat's Howelsen Hill and at the Steamboat Ski Resort for their spot on the U.S. Olympic Team!

These athletes will have one chance to make one of the 5 spots going to the 2010 winter games in Vancouver! The 5 spots include:one in men's moguls, one in women's moguls, one in men's aerials, one in women's aerials and one Nordic combined skier.

Steamboat Springs will be the place to see these athletes compete their way to making the U.S. Olympic team on Dec. 23-24 in Steamboat Springs! But it is not too uncommon to see an Olympic athlete or two in town. Over 80 Olympic athletes either grew up in Steamboat Springs, live here now, or were members of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club.

These trials will be as close as you can get to the thrills, skill and passion that is involved with the Olympics and it is right here in Steamboat Springs. Get your lodging now and spend an amazing Christmas week in Ski Town, U.S.A. ® with ResortQuest Steamboat.

2010 U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS - FREESTYLE SKIING/NORDIC COMBINED EVENTS

Dec. 23, 2009

■ 8:30 a.m. Nordic combined trial jumps at Howelsen Hill
■ 9 to 9: 30 a.m. Nordic combined competition jumps at Howelsen Hill
■ 11:30 a.m. to noon Nordic combined 10-kilometer cross-country race at the rodeo grounds at Howelsen Hill
■ 12:45 p.m. Moguls showcase at Voo Doo ski run at Steamboat Ski Area
■ 1 to 1:45 p.m. Men’s and women’s moguls Run 1 at Voo Doo ski run at Steamboat Ski Area
■ 2 to 2:45 p.m. Men’s and women’s moguls Run 2 at Voo Doo ski run
■ 3:30 p.m. Final Awards for all events at Gondola Square at Steamboat Ski Area
■ 4 p.m. Concert at Gondola Square — Big Head Todd and the Monsters

Dec. 24, 2009

■ 10 to 10:30 a.m. Aerials Run 1 at Voo Doo ski run at Steamboat Ski Area

■ 10:40 to 11:10 a.m. Aerials Run 2 at Voo Doo ski run at Steamboat Ski Area
■ 11:30 a.m. Aerials awards at Voo Doo ski run at Steamboat Ski Area
All events are free and open to the public

Dec. 26, 2009
■ Trials scheduled to air on NBC at 2:30 p.m. ET

Update 12/23/2009: The first moguls run on Voo Doo ski trail at Steamboat Ski Area takes place at 1 p.m. today for the men and women. The second run is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m.
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Top Ten Ways to make Traveling to Steamboat Simpler

Traveling to Steamboat does not have to take it out of you…especially when you follow these tips and use these handy services that ResortQuest offers when you book a stay with us in Steamboat Springs, CO. We will get you settled and on the slopes easier and faster than doing it on your own. Your reservation will also get you great discount coupons for these services to make your travel less expensive and really easy.

Ten Tips for easy travel:

1. Fly into the Steamboat/ Hayden airport.

ResortQuest Steamboat provides free airport shuttles that deliver you right to your condo. And number 2 on this list makes the deal even sweeter!

2. Kids Fly Free, Kids Ski Free & Kids Rent Free!

That’s right kids 12 and under get all these important and pricy items free! Do you need a better excuse to save money while on vacation?

3. Forget the lift ticket lines!

When you book with ResortQuest Steamboat, you will be able to pick up your lift tickets when you check in! Now you are sure to be the first in line at the Gondola. Get the best powder at Steamboat Ski Resort.

4. Get the best ski rental options.

Rent all your top of the line gear from our Ski-in Ski-out rental shop with Terry Sports or even better have your ski and board rentals delivered to your vacation rental!

5. Don’t hassle with luggage!

High Country Shipping takes the “lug” out of luggage. They will arrange pick up and drop off at your ResortQuest condo. They are the easiest way to get your gear back and forth. We use them because they are 100% guaranteed!

6. Don’t let the baby’s gear be a burden.

Babies Travel Lite will help you set up and have all your baby items ready for you when you arrive. They have a full list of a variety of products to ensure your baby still gets the best while on vacation.

7. No one wants to go to the grocery store while on vacation.

Let our concierge’s set-up your grocery delivery through Ski Town Grocery and pick out all your food items without stepping a food in the store.

8. Don’t miss the fun stuff.

Know all the fun events you want to do while in Steamboat by checking out ResortQuest Steamboat’s event calendar. You’ll be in the know like a local before you even leave town…

9. Book special events ahead of time with ResortQuest's concierges.

Surprise the ones you love with a special winter activity or plan a night on the town. Let our concierge services set up your perfect night!

10. Use the Free Courtesy on Demand Shuttle: Yup, it’s like having a personal driver while you are on vacation. ResortQuest will take you where you want to go whenever and pick you up too!

So make this trip to Steamboat all about fun and relaxation with these travel tips and book your Steamboat Lodging now to the best lodging deals with ResortQuest Steamboat.