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!

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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!