Things to Do in Denver ~ 2014

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Manaois Family ReunionColorado ~ July 3-6 2014

4916 S. Riviera St Aurora CO 80015303-520-1844 or 720-456-6996


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So there is a huge softball tournament being heldhere statewide) during the time of ourreunionand gettinghotel rooms may be difficult.

I managed to get 30 rooms blocked at 3 differenthotels near our house.The rates may be the best youll getThe next two pages will show the hotel informationfor the blocked rooms and Ive also includedinformation for a few other hotels in the area.


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HOTELS NEAR OUR HOUSE

BLOCKED FOR THE FAMILY REUNION

HOTEL INFO PAGE 1

* All of these hotels are 10 miles from our house without tolls, 9 miles with tolls


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HOTEL INFO PAGE 2

HOTEL Information Continued


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24192 East Prospect AvenueAurora, CO 80016

(303) 928-7500

www.fairfieldinnhotelaurora.com*closest hotel to our house, but

refused to block off rooms because

of the tournament

5 miles. No tolls.

13696 East Iliff Place

Aurora, CO 80014

(303) 337-2800

www.doubletree.hilton.com/Aurora

8 miles. No tolls.

3200 South Parker Road

Aurora, CO 80014

(303) 695-1700

denverseredlion.com

7 miles. No tolls.

10250 East Costilla Avenue

Centennial, CO 80112

(303) 792-0433

embassysuites.com

10 miles. No tolls.
http://www.fairfieldinnhotelaurora.com/http://www.doubletree.hilton.com/Aurorahttp://maps.google.com/local_url?dq=hotels+near+Aurora,+CO&q=http://www.denverseredlion.com/%3Fcm_mmc%3DGoogle-_-Engine%2BFeed-_-Local%2BMap-_-Denver%2BSE&oi=miw&sa=X&ct=miw_link&cd=1&cad=homepage,cid:13294460584711366091&ei=mE6KUpbNEZDfwQH3jYGoBw&s=ANYYN7nZqN7FvNhh92Z9SZyMwAsLhlWXhwhttp://maps.google.com/local_url?dq=hotels+near+Aurora,+CO&q=http://www.embassysuites.com/en/es/hotels/index.jhtml%3Fctyhocn%3DDENTCES&oi=miw&sa=X&ct=miw_link&cd=1&cad=homepage,cid:6451684798065734699&ei=dlOKUtfzLYr5wQGu-oH4Bw&s=ANYYN7mUGUTTFBTvhsu_r76l71uc1Qa3ewhttp://maps.google.com/local_url?dq=hotels+near+Aurora,+CO&q=http://www.embassysuites.com/en/es/hotels/index.jhtml%3Fctyhocn%3DDENTCES&oi=miw&sa=X&ct=miw_link&cd=1&cad=homepage,cid:6451684798065734699&ei=dlOKUtfzLYr5wQGu-oH4Bw&s=ANYYN7mUGUTTFBTvhsu_r76l71uc1Qa3ewhttp://maps.google.com/local_url?dq=hotels+near+Aurora,+CO&q=http://www.denverseredlion.com/%3Fcm_mmc%3DGoogle-_-Engine%2BFeed-_-Local%2BMap-_-Denver%2BSE&oi=miw&sa=X&ct=miw_link&cd=1&cad=homepage,cid:13294460584711366091&ei=mE6KUpbNEZDfwQH3jYGoBw&s=ANYYN7nZqN7FvNhh92Z9SZyMwAsLhlWXhwhttp://www.doubletree.hilton.com/Aurorahttp://www.fairfieldinnhotelaurora.com/


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State Capitol Buildingechoes the classical lines of

the nation's capitol. Thecapitol is exactly one milehigh at 5,280 feet, lending

Denver its nickname of the"Mile High City.

Denver City and CountyBuilding is located directlyacross the mall from the

Capitol.

*9 Miles West of Aurora


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16th Street Mall is a place for shopping, dining and entertainment that stretches for 16blocks in the heart of downtown between Market and Broadway Street. Locals andvisitors alike enjoy strolling down the Malls wide, pedestrian friendly sidewalks to

people. The street is also wi-fi friendly for business people and students. Built in 1982,the Mall is a tree-lined, pedestrian promenade of red-and-gray granite that runs throughthe center of Downtown and is lined with outdoor cafes, renovated historic officebuildings, sparkling glass-walled skyscrapers, shops, restaurants and retail stores.

Numerous fountains and plazas offer a variety of daily special events and entertainers.Free shuttle buses cruise the mile-long Mall seven days a week. VISIT DENVER's

Visitor Information Center is located at 16th & California on the 16th Street Mall.http://www.denver.org/what-to-do/attractions/detail?memid=2435

9 Miles Westof Aurora
http://www.denver.org/what-to-do/attractions/detail?memid=2435http://www.denver.org/what-to-do/attractions/detail?memid=2435


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With seven stories filled to the brim with works by famed artists such as GeorgiaO'Keeffe and Frederic Remington, the Denver Art Museum is any art aficionado's dream.

Assembled over 40 years, this museum's collection of Western art is one of the mostprestigious in the country. While the attractiveness of the building itself (designed in the

1970's) is up for debate, one Trip Advisor user writes: "Fabulous contemporary galleries,wonderful Western and Asian art collections." If you're traveling with children, check outthe museums interactive attractions, which are listed on the Denver Art Museum's

website:http://denverartmuseum.org/home?gclid=CKDSgcio0LUCFY9AMgodcmQALQ

9 Miles West ofAurora
http://denverartmuseum.org/home?gclid=CKDSgcio0LUCFY9AMgodcmQALQhttp://denverartmuseum.org/home?gclid=CKDSgcio0LUCFY9AMgodcmQALQ


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Named for Denver's famed beer,Coors Field is a must-see for anysports fan. Located in LoDo, the

stadium is home to the belovedColorado Rockies baseball team. Itspans 76 acres and has the capacity

to seat more than 50,000 people.

Several of you have expressedthe desire to attend a game! Assoon as the website is open with

group rates, I will get thatinformation to you and we can

decide how many tickets topurchase. *Rock-pile tickets

usually start at $6 each with agroup rate.

http://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/index.jsp

9 Miles West of Aurora

Rock Pile

Seats
http://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/index.jsphttp://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/index.jsphttp://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/index.jsphttp://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/col/ballpark/index.jsp


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Even if you hate the sound of excess change rattling around your pockets, theUnited States Mint proves interesting to visitors of all ages. Having opened in1863, its original purpose was to transform the Gold Rush's gold dust and nuggetsinto bars. Forty or so years later, the Mint began to manufacture gold, silver and

copper coins. Today, the U.S. Mint in Denver shells out more than 14 billion coinseach year, and it is still the home of the nation's second-largest gold stash. Take aguided tour to learn about how coins are manufactured and get a bird's-eye view of

the actual process from the mezzanine.http://www.usmint.gov/mint_tours/?action=startreservation

9 MilesWest ofAurora
http://www.usmint.gov/mint_tours/?action=startreservationhttp://www.usmint.gov/mint_tours/?action=startreservation


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Brewing since 1873, CoorsBrewery has become aninstitution of Colorado worth

visiting. "As cold as theRockies" is a phrase we hear

uttered during itscommercials, and Golden,

Colorado -- the home of thebeer company located about20 miles outside Denver -- isa great spot for you to test

this advertised truth.http://www.millercoors.com/

Brewery-Tours/Golden-Brewery-Tour.aspx

http://www.millercoors.com/Brewery-Tours/Golden-Brewery-Tour.aspxhttp://www.millercoors.com/Brewery-Tours/Golden-Brewery-Tour.aspxhttp://www.millercoors.com/Brewery-Tours/Golden-Brewery-Tour.aspxhttp://www.millercoors.com/Brewery-Tours/Golden-Brewery-Tour.aspx


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Lookout Mountain,26 Miles Westelevation 7,374 ft, is one of the larger foothillsthat overlooks Golden, Colorado. The Denver

metropolitan area can be seen clearly from the

mountain 12 miles to the east. It is known forits natural scenery and has played a major rolein area recreation, transportation, water supply

and telecommunications. It is famous as thegravesite of William "Buffalo Bill" Cody and

has several sites listed on the National Registerof Historic Places.


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Situated west ofDenver, Red Rocks Parkhosts outdoor concerts

every summer. Thenatural setting makesfor a memorable musicalexperience, and the parkalso features numerous

hiking trails. Red RocksPark is open daily from 5

a.m. - 11 p.m. free ofcharge, except on

concert days.http://www.redrocksonli

ne.com/

http://www.redrocksonline.com/http://www.redrocksonline.com/http://www.redrocksonline.com/


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Clear Creek CanyonTraveling west from Denver through Clear Creek Canyon will allow you to experiencethe thrills of mountain driving. This route allows you to see many things that Colorado

has to offer fly fishing, hiking and climbing!

This hwy takes you to



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Idaho Springs River Raftinghttp://www.coloradorafting.net/#homeJust 45 minute drive west and you can

be rafting on clear creek!

our raftingtrip in 2 11

http://www.coloradorafting.net/http://www.coloradorafting.net/


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ColoradoZip LineTours

www.coloradorafting.net

Zip Lining too47 Miles West of Aurora
http://www.coloradorafting.net/mirror/activities/colorado-zip-line-tour/http://www.coloradorafting.net/mirror/activities/colorado-zip-line-tour/http://www.coloradorafting.net/mirror/activities/colorado-zip-line-tour/http://www.coloradorafting.net/mirror/activities/colorado-zip-line-tour/


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http://www.phoenixmine.com/index.html

Thars Gold in them there Hills!Also in Idaho Springs

Panning For Gold!


Pik P k
http://www.phoenixmine.com/index.htmlhttp://www.phoenixmine.com/index.html


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Pikes PeakColorado Springs & Manitou Springs

You can drive up

Or take the train

At the Top!

http://www.cograilway.com/

95 miles Southof Aurora


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Estes Park, Coloradohttp://estespark-colorado.com/

The Stanley Hotel

70 MilesNorth ofAurora


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Garden of the GodsColorado Springs95 milessouth ofAurora


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http://www usafa af mil/information/visitors/

The United States Air Force Academy

70 miles south of Aurora

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Things to Do in Denver ~ 2014