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Print This PageYour Aspen Adopt A Tourist "Family" Is Waiting for You!
Have you signed up for the Aspen Adopt A Tourist Program?
If you'd like to experience Aspen like a local, sign-up for the new "Adopt A Tourist" program. Visitors fill out a short questionnaire indicating their interests and preferences while in town, and then the City of Aspen will pair 'adoptees' with 'adopters'. Aspen Adopt A Tourist participants receive an ID card they can use around town for discounts and other special deals.
Aspen's Smuggler Mine Tour and History
Aspen's Little Known Smuggler Mine
While thousands of locals and visitors hike up Smuggler Road year-round, few have taken a tour of the mine that lies beneath the road. Aspen was first founded as a mining town and it's population in 1887 was 3x what it is today. In 1894 the largest silver nugget in the world was uncovered in the Smuggler Mine. Weighing 2,054 pounds and 93% pure silver, the nugget had to be broken into three pieces in order to be maneuvered up the mine shaft.
Local Pride and Proud Dad - Chris Klug Going to Vancouver!
It's hard to miss this giant banner hanging in front of the Aspen Square Condominium Hotel! Warren Klug, father of Chris Klug, is the general manager of the Aspen Square and wanted to make sure everyone knew that son Chris made this year's Olympic Snowboard team.
While Chris is too young to be a Boomer, at 37, this is most likely his last Olympic bid. Chris is the first person to win an Olympic medal after surviving a liver transplant. We are all inspired by his passion for life and his sport.
Get "First Tracks" in Aspen/Snowmass FREE!
Sure we run Aspen's favorite mogul and powder skiing program, but we can appreciate a perfect carpet of corduroy as much as the next guy. Did you know you can sign up to get first tracks down Aspen Mountain or Snowmass? Of course you'll need a lift ticket, but there is no charge for this awesome experience. Yes - no charge = free! in Aspen?!?
Ski Legend Klaus Obermeyer Is 90 Years Old Today
Today is Klaus Obermeyer's 90th Birthday. Happy birthday Klaus! Born in 1919 in Germany Klaus moved to Aspen during the winter of 1947-1948 (I was one year old). Founder of the Aspen Colorado clothing company, Sport Obermeyer, Klaus is an amazing role model for all of us. Klaus still skis virtually every day in the winter and plays tennis virtually every day in the summer.
Aspen Travel Information For Your Wireless Blackberry Or Smartphone
One of the problems in getting useful access to travel information on the internet is that you typically need a desktop or notebook computer. However, when traveling, internet access is problematic because most airports chage a wireless access fee of from $7.95 to $9.95 per day. If you are planning an Aspen, Colorado vacation trip or in-transit to Aspen or actually in Aspen you now have a new and better option using your Blackberry or other wireless smartphone.
Looking For A Great Aspen Breakfast Restaurant?
Hidden away at 118 East Cooper Avenue in Aspen, Colorado is the Prospector's Cellar - located in the Little Red Ski Haus Bed and Breakfast. They are offering a great winter breakfast special for the 2006 - 2007 ski season - a gourmet Breakfast for $10.00 (including tax) from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. - and with an added bonus of a complimentary Bloody Mary to start your day off on the right foot. For more information call 970-925-3333.
Little Red Ski Haus
118 East Cooper Ave
Aspen, Co 81611
Have A Favorite Aspen Restaurant? Tell Us About It.
We have heard from a number of Aspen locals who would like to offer their own recommendations for good food in Aspen. So, here is your chance to join the party. Have a favorite Aspen restaurant? Tell us and everyone else about it. This is your chance to become an Aspen restaurant critic. Keep reading for instructions on how to post your recommendations.
An Aspen Discovery: Great Wine At Great Prices
There are a lot places to purchase wine in Aspen but there is none better than "Of Grape And Grain" on Hopkins Avenue. What sets Of Grape And Grain apart is that everyone who works in the store has a passion for discovering terrific wines that sell for very affordable prices - with a large selection under $10 a bottle. This affordability, coupled with great customer service, makes Of Grape And Grain a favorite of Aspen locals.
If your preference is to go first cabin and uncork a Petrus, Margaux or Haut Brion they will be happy to sell you a first growth.
Five Best Places In Aspen To Get Your Chocolate Fix
Here is an Aspen local's recommendation from an unlikely source. Bill Fabrocini is a physical trainer at the Aspen Club. He trains world class olympic athletes. You might expect Bill to be talking about vegetables but he is a big chocolate fan and offers his own personal recommendation on the five best places in Aspen to find great chocolate desserts.
1. Matsuhisa - their chocolate dessert
2. Jimmy's American Restaurant - the volcano cake
3. Little Annies Restaurant - chocolate brownie sundae
4. Paradise Bakery - chocolate fudge brownie
5. Boogies - chocolate cake
