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Traveling with a Baby to Orlando FL

There is nothing quite like the anticipation which precedes a trip or vacation excursion. It’s the rare person who doesn’t look forward to going on a weekend getaway or taking a vacation to an exciting travel destination. For many kids or small children the chance to visit Disney World makes Central Florida and Orlando a top vacation spot.

Vacationing With a Baby to Walt Disney World

Family vacation or travel planning which includes children creates unique concerns.  What to pack depends largely on where one goes. Traveling with a baby always requires more planning.  Taking long trips or vacations with babies presents specific challenges. One of the biggest challenges is remembering, packing, and finding a way to transport the tremendous amount of baby equipment needed. Thinking about lugging everything  needed can be stressful, let alone trying to remember it all. From pack-n-plays, portable cribs, and strollers to highchairs, car seats, bath needs, and toys, one can become overwhelmed.

Thankfully this dilemma can be avoided. Professional Baby Equipment Rental Companies are available in most popular vacation destinations and resort areas who offer just about anything one needs when traveling with a baby. Over the past decade companies offering travel baby gear rentals have become very popular. Significant changes within the airline industry over the past decade regarding baggage restrictions and expenses are one reason baby supply companies are thriving.

If your travel plans include a trip to the airport, it is very wise to account for airline restrictions. Make sure you understand the aviation laws that may apply to baggage and items related to traveling with a baby. You will want to check with your airline regarding limitations, restrictions, and possible additional baggage fees for bringing along the equipment and supplies required when traveling with young kids.

When packing for family trips, the old adage that less is more certainly applies. The less stuff you have to cart around, the more freedom you’ll have. Additionally, you can lessen worry about the very real threat of damage to your belongings which can occur in transit.

When planning a kid friendly vacation to Orlando or surrounding areas of Central Florida in order to visit the many exciting and celebrated visitor destinations, you can save yourself a considerable amount of hassle and aggravation by simply taking advantage of the services offered by Travel BaBees of Orlando.

Orlando Family Vacation PlanningFounded in 2006, Travel Babees is a premiere national travel baby gear and supply company. Their Orlando baby equipment rental office serves the Orlando metro area, including both the Orlando International Airport (MCO) and the Orlando Executive Airport (ORL). Travel Babees offers a wide variety of popular name brand items, specializing in renting baby cribs, car seats, strollers, high chairs, toys and much more. Their mission is: “Quality baby equipment rentals and supplies delivered wherever life takes you and baby.”

The professional and courteous staff at Travel Babees Orlando baby gear rental location is able to deliver your baby items directly to the airport, a private residence, hotel or vacation rental property. They carry a wide selection of baby equipment rentals to meet every budget, including short and long term packages designed to provide everything for the traveling baby.

Travel BaBees of Orlando takes every precaution to ensure the safety of its customers and property. They are specifically insured for the rental of baby equipment, and meet or exceed every requirement from the insurance industry specific to renting baby equipment, infant supplies, and children’s items.

Travel BaBees of Orlando uses only equipment, including crib rentals certified by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) and recommended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). They meet or exceed sanitary requirements for the child care industry and only use organic and non-toxic chemicals to clean their equipment. Their linens are professionally laundered by certified organic providers. Their entire inventory is stored in a temperature controlled environment to maintain the integrity of every item.

Before taking your baby or toddler along on your next trip or vacation to the Orlando, Central Florida area, give Travel Babees a call. They’ll be happy to explain how they can make your travel experience less stressful and more enjoyable.

-If you require mobility assistance or are traveling with someone who simply has difficulty walking long distances consider contacting a Orlando, FL mobility scooter rental company.

Washington DC Baby Equipment Rentals and Family Travel Planning

Washington DC and it’s many tourist attractions make it a very popular vacation destination. The regions booming tourist industry was illustrated in recent blog articles highlighting many of the areas popular attractions and offering mobility challenged travelers information on renting wheelchairs and scooters in Washington DC. With proper planning a trip to our nation’s capital can be one of the most economical ways to enjoy a truly incredible family vacation.

Providing information that enables people and families to plan their entire vacation is one quality that makes RentItToday.com a valuable and popular online travel resource. The Vacation and Travel Planner by the Weather Channel lists Washington DC as a top ten family friendly destination.

Family Vacation Planning to Washington DC

The Washington DC – Baltimore metropolitan area offers a seemingly endless list of family-friendly educational attractions including monuments, museums, and historical places. Traveling with children is expensive so the fact that  many of the popular tourist destinations in DC are free to visit is a tremendous incentive for families deciding where to go on vacation. In addition there are a variety of things to do that cater to children including Glen Echo Park, The Family Room (an indoor play area for children), DC Ducks Tours, U.S. Botanic Garden, Reston Zoo (which offers many opportunities for interaction between kids and animals), The National Aquarium, Six Flags America, and Bike and Roll. Thus families with children of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy a memorable vacation or weekend getaway in our nation’s capital.

Traveling with babies and children creates the need for a variety of additional planning. However, hiring a professional Washington DC baby equipment rental company like Travel Babees makes the process easy by ensuring everything one needs to care for their children is ready and waiting.

Travel Baby Gear Rentals Washington DCTravel BaBees of Washington, DC is a full-service baby equipment rental company that specializes in quality child products and supplies delivered to your doorstep.  We provide service to the DC Metropolitan Area including Northern VA and Southern MD.  Our aim is to ease the stress of traveling families when they visit the Capital and surrounding areas.

Travel BaBees rentals include car seats, strollers, cribs, toddler beds, pack n plays, monitors and gates, as well as age-appropriate entertainment items such as toy bins and swings.  All of our equipment is cleaned and sanitized using nontoxic, organic cleaners. Our linens are laundered with fragrant free detergent.

So, forget lugging all that baby gear to the airport, paying exorbitant luggage fees and waiting at baggage claim. Make travel with your children as stress free and easy as possible. Have Travel BaBees of Washington, DC deliver your baby gear right to your hotel or doorstep!

Visit TravelBabees.com and see Travel Babees of Washington DC available baby supplies or see their Baby Equipment Rental Store on RentItToday.com and make your reservation today.

San Diego Baby Equipment Rental & Family Travel Planning

What image do you envision when you think of San Diego as a destination for a family vacation? For most it’s the sunny Southern California climate and palm trees, and these certainly represent the city. But what draws visitors to the area? San Diego offers a wide array of things to do that are kid friendly, from remarkable tourist attractions to beautiful beaches and world class shopping destinations. San Diego Family Travel PlanningA good introduction to San Diego, especially for first time visitors, is the Old Town Trolley tour. This is a great way learn about San Diego and discover what might appeal to your sightseeing interests. If you are planning a family vacation with small children then consider visiting the Legoland California Resort. It is an experience your kids will cherish. Balboa Park is also a good choice because it has something for everyone with its free gardened walks, several interesting museums, a science center with IMAX, restaurants, the famous San Diego Zoo and even a free playground.

The beaches of San Diego are another great place to explore, offering fine sand and calm Pacific waves. Any beach will do as there is plenty of beautiful coastline. Coronado Island features the beach near the famous Hotel Del Coronado. La Jolla Cove offers great snorkeling and romantic sunset views. Del Mar has grassy areas overlooking the beach which are ideal for picnicking. Torrey Pines is a narrow, rocky beach, yet rewards its visitors with remarkable views and hiking. Of course, the surfing and water activities are unparalleled at beaches like Carlsbad. If you are vacationing on or near one of the many Southern California beaches then contact a Beach Equipment Rental company that will deliver anything one needs to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze.

For top shopping spots, visit Horton Plaza and Seaport Village. The Gaslamp Quarter also has a lot of shopping, restaurants, and a kids park. Mission Valley Center features the most extensive collection of stores and restaurants in the entire region, and this San Diego mall includes major department stores and over 200 specialty shops and boutiques.

Baby Equipment Rental San Diego CASan Diego is a great family destination. If you are traveling to San Diego with babies then Travel BaBees of San Diego can help to make your family vacation more relaxing and enjoyable! We are a full service baby equipment rental company which offers a wide array of the highest quality baby equipment. We want to help make traveling with your little ones easier! Covering all of San Diego County, we will deliver the equipment right to your doorstep.

We offer a complete line of travel baby gear, from full size crib rental options and stroller rentals, to high chairs and car seats for rent. Everything is cleaned and sanitized, using only organic, non-toxic cleaners which are also dye-free and perfume-free. Why pay the airline luggage fees to transport your child’s baby equipment AND carry it with you? You can have all of it delivered to you and set up without any of the hassle!

Please call us today at 619-819-0220 and we will provide you with the utmost in service, speed, and quality. Or you can visit our San Diego Baby Equipment Rental website at TravelBabees.com. In addition, we will give you a 15% discount on your first order (code: TBSAN15). Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in beautiful San Diego!

Honolulu Travel Baby Gear Rentals Oahu Hawaii

Rent It Today is excited to announce a partnership with Travel Babees Franchise Corporation, a baby equipment rental company with locations offering baby gear rentals and vacation beach equipment rental items at popular travel destinations. Today’s customer spotlight article features the Travel Babees Honolulu, Hawaii location on the Island of Oahu. This location provides a complete line of baby equipment rental supplies at resort areas on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu including Honolulu, Waikiki, and Kailua, HI.

Travel Planning Honolulu Oahu Hawaii

Over the years RentItToday.com has evolved into a valuable travel planning resource where one can find everything from Hawaii vacation rental homes to baby items, beach gear, and exciting day tours. When planning a family vacation or traveling to Oahu, Hawaii with babies, infants, or small children then pack light and let Travel Babees take care of  the rest.

Travel Babees Logo for Honolulu Oahu HawaiiTravel BaBees of Oahu is a full service baby equipment rental company specializing in quality baby products and supplies delivered to your doorstep.  We serve the entire island of Oahu including the legendary Waikiki to the small quaint towns like Kailua.  Our service is here to ease the stress for traveling families by having all of the comforts of home while on a Hawaiian vacation.

Our inventory ranges from renting car seats & strollers, sleeping necessities such as cribs or pack n plays to entertaining items such as age appropriate toy bins, exersaucers and beach toys.  All of our equipment is cleaned and sanitized with nontoxic, organic cleaners and our linens are professionally laundered using organic, fragrance-free detergent.

Forget lugging all of your baby gear to the airport, paying exorbitant luggage fees and collecting it all at baggage claim all the while having your children to tend to.  Make your Travel BaBees Island of Oahu reservation today and start enjoying your Hawaiian vacation from the moment you leave home!

Contact us today at TravelBabees.com, the Travel Babees Oahu Facebook Page, or view the Travel Babees of Oahu Honolulu Baby Equipment Rental Store.

Los Angeles Baby Equipment Rentals Featuring L.A. Baby Gear Rental

Rent It Today has become one of the best online resources for finding Baby Equipment Rentals, which is why we feature the category so often on this blog.  Today’s customer spotlight article takes us to Los Angeles County, California, and thus highlights Los Angeles Baby Gear Rentals.

Hollywood Sign used in Los Angeles Baby Gear Rental Article

Los Angeles County is home to L.A.’s metro area and includes popular vacation destinations like Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, and many more.  It is easy to see why Los Angeles is a popular West Coast travel destination.  If you are planning a family trip to the area, with babies or small children, finding a baby gear company is a must!  Examples of commonly needed baby equipment rentals are:  Cribs, Strollers, Joggers, Pack N Plays, Highchairs, Car Seats, Infant Swings, Exersausers, Toys, and Bouncy Seats

“L.A. Baby Gear Rental” is a full service baby supply rental company in Los Angeles:

L.A. Baby Gear Rental

Mom and Pop Owned and Operated


Baby Traveling LogoWe are Russell and Erin, the parents of two young children, daughter Rosie and son Eli.  We are L.A. Baby Gear Rental and operate the business from our home in the suburbs of Los Angeles.  We are both originally from New York and made the move to the West Coast before our children were born.  We ended up staying and having a family here but left lots of family and friends behind on the East Coast.  So we’ve done a fair amount of traveling across the country.  It’s from these travels that we refined our ideas for L.A. Baby Gear Rental, deciding that we would like to make a living helping travelers like ourselves better enjoy travels with their babies and toddlers.

Traveling is often cumbersome and generally an uncomfortable task. To do it with small children can be quite a busy endeavor. For one toddler alone a pack n play, a stroller and a car seat are the basic requirements.

There must be another, easier, way!

“I’m afraid we will have to charge you an additional $50 to check the pack and play and an additional $25 for each suitcase, unless the baby has his own ticket.”  Those were the words that led us to say, “there must be another, easier, way to travel with little ones!?!”

For our next trip we explored our options and found a handful of companies that rent baby equipment to travelers.  We were thrilled. While the traveling still wasn’t easy (You know what I’m talking about!), it was certainly better and less expensive.  How nice it was to arrive at our destination where the crib was set up, stroller was waiting, and our daughter had a bunch of new toys waiting for her.

Personalized Service at an Affordable Price

At L.A. Baby Gear Rental we strive not only to make it easy for the parents of little travelers but we also aims to make it affordable.  Our rental prices are better than those of our national competitors on the same or similar products.  If you see a price better than ours, we will beat it. We offer flexibility too that some of our competitors may not offer – without tacking on a litany of fees and surcharges.  We work with travelers to accommodate their travel schedule.  We offer a level of personalized service that a giant franchise may not deliver.  L.A. Baby Gear is a “mom and pop shop” (literally!) and we want to help other moms and pops enjoy their travels with their little ones and help make traveling to L.A. with the family a more enjoyable experience. Thanks for considering LA Baby Gear Rentals for your next trip! Call us for more information or to make baby equipment reservations at 866-728-1494.


Baby Equipment Rentals and Travel Planning in Winnipeg Canada

If you are planning a family vacation or traveling to Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada) with kids in tow, then consider Baby Equipment Rentals as a way to simplify the process.  Winnipeg, also known as “the cultural cradle of Canada”, is home to a variety of significant architecture, award-winning musicians, and amazing festivals & cultural events. Karen Dunmall owner of Parentals, a child equipment rental company in Winnipeg, knows all to well how overwhelming travel planning becomes once babies and kids enter the equation…

Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada

Ah, the joys of traveling.  Bags packed?  Check.  Tickets?  Check.  Book and little pillow?  Check.  Checked in and taxi called?  Check.  Time to relax and enjoy the trip!

Wait a minute – that was before kids.  Scratch off the book and pillow, call the airline to make sure the lap child is on the reservation, and ask the taxi company for a minivan.  Re-pack the bags to make sure there is room for the bottles, medicine, clothes, sippy cups, favorite teddy, shoes, sandals, hats, toys, books, presents for grandma, and maybe a pair of pants for yourself (you can make do with one, you think).  Add another suitcase to the list of things to pay for at the airport because you forgot the humidifier, bumper pads, snow suit, boots, music player, favorite blanket and booster chair. Whew.  Now, get the car seats into the taxi, add the stroller and bags, and oops, almost forgot the kid!

It is always amazing how much stuff kids need, and especially when they are traveling.  The idea of jumping on the plane to visit grandma or go on vacation always seems great but then the reality of traveling with kids sets in.  It is a lot of work.

However, there are now baby equipment rental companies like Parentals (www.parentals.ca) in Winnipeg, Manitoba to make traveling a little easier.  Instead of hauling car seats from coast to coast, or bringing toys, bedding, strollers, and booster chairs from home, the option to rent baby gear is in most major cities across Canada and in fact worldwide.  Grandma can rent a full-sized crib just like home so that the little ones sleep better, and are contained in a perhaps not child-proofed room like Grandma’s den.  With all of the crib and stroller recalls lately, borrowing from friends or getting items second hand may no longer be the safest option. So make life a little bit simpler and rent what you need for baby.

Parentals Child Equipment Rentals LogoParentals opened in July 2009 with new, safe and clean furniture and gear to rent for baby.  We carry everything from car seats to strollers, booster chairs to cribs, and everything in between.  People traveling to Winnipeg, grandparents expecting an exciting visit from their grand kids, and also Winnipeg parents either expecting a new baby or those with kids travelling abroad have all rented baby gear from Parentals.  We also just launched our Winnipeg Children’s Activities Calendar, which lists all the things to do with kids in Winnipeg.  We post on Facebook when there is a new addition to the calendar, so our Facebook fans always know of exciting things to see and do with kids in Winnipeg.

So, if you are coming to Winnipeg to experience our friendly Canadian hospitality, enjoy our authentic winter, jump in our many gorgeous lakes or fish some of our best kept secrets, call Parentals to help make your journey with kids easier and your stay more enjoyable.

Phone Us:  204-291-7989

Email Us: sales@parentals.ca

Visit our Blog:  Parentals Blog

Check out the Calendar of Kids events:  Winnipeg Childrens Activities Calendar

Visit Parentals Child Equipment Rentals online: www.parentals.ca. You can also see Parentals Winnipeg baby equipment rental store at RentItToday.com.

Customer Spotlight: Colorado Baby Equipment Rentals – Granny’s Traveling Closet

Many of Rent It Today’s rental categories are related to the travel and vacation industry.  As a result of the many categories that complement the vacation rental industry, www.RentItToday.com has evolved into a fantastic travel resource.  One such category is Baby Equipment Rentals.

Rent It Today has baby gear rental listings from baby equipment and supply companies throughout North America.  Today our Blog’s spotlight finds itself shinning on a baby gear rental company servicing most of Central ColoradoGranny’s Traveling Closet.

Granny’s Traveling Closet is a full service baby equipment rental company supplying strollers, joggers, framed infant packs, cribs, pack n plays, and much more…

Granny's Traveling Closet Logo

Granny’s Traveling Closet, located between Colorado Springs and Denver, provides a full service to parents looking to rent infant, toddler or children’s equipment when visiting Colorado.

We carry high quality baby rental products such as LA baby cribs, Britex car seats, Graco swings that can be viewed on our web page www.grannystravelingcloset.com.

Our services are coordinated with hotels, airport car rental locations, vacation rental management companies, and host families to have your clean and sanitized equipment available when you arrive.  Start your trip with everything your babies and children need and will have it picked up at the end of your trip.

Our goal is reduce the stress of traveling with young children.

Contact Ann Cohen, owner of Granny’s Traveling Closet at her Central Colorado Baby Equipment Rental Website or…

You may also view  Granny’s Traveling Closet’s Colorado Baby Equipment Rentals at Rent It Today

Traveling to Vancouver For The 2010 Winter Olympics

The 2010 Winter Olypmics are almost here providing a great opportunity to introduce some of Rent It Today’s Canadian rental companies and highlight another amazing travel destination.

2010 Winter Olympics logo

The first Winter Olympics were held in Chamonix, France in 1924.  Winter sports, including various skiing events, have been competed in every Winter Olympics since then.  Vancouver and the nearby mountain resort area Whislter, in British Columbia Canada, are the proud hosts of the 2010 Winter Olympics. While the Winter Olympics are certainly the current event when thinking of Vancouver, the city is also considered one of the most desirable places to live in the world.  If you are planning a vacation to this beautiful city there are a number of must see attractions.  Stanley Park, being one of them, has a 1000 acres of west coast forest to explore with trails and a 6.5 mile seawall path for hiking and biking.  In addition Stanley park has 3 recreational beaches and its home to the Vancouver Aquarium.  Nearby Vancouver Island & Granville Island are very popular destinations and the Capilano Suspension Bridge provides incredible views of the Capilano River Canyon.  Finding an amazing holiday accommodation in the area should be a fun task as there are plenty of wonderful vacation rentals in Vancouver.

If you plan on attending the 2010 Winter Olypmpics and/or traveling to Vancouver for a family vacation with babies in tote, then pack lite because Wee Travel Baby Equipment Rentals has all the baby gear and supplies needed for your vacation.  Stroller rentals, car seats, full sized cribs, toys, infant bathtubs, and baby monitors are just a few examples of baby items for rent available through Wee Travel Baby Equipment RentalsWee Travel supplies baby equipment rentals to Toronto, Victoria, Vancouver, and their surrounding metro & resort areas.  They also own a delightful Vancouver vacation rental accommodation.

Rent It in Vancouver:

Wee Travel Baby Equipment Rentals logo

Wee Travel Baby Equipment Rentals (Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria) launched in 2005 as Canada’s first baby equipment rental company. Over the years, the company has sought out new products and innovative ways to make it safer, easier, and less stressful for families to fly with small children. The company recently opened The Modage, a beautiful furnished vacation rental in Kitsilano. After hearing customers remark over and over again how difficult it is to stay in hotels with small children, Wee Travel decided a vacation rental property was the solution. A fully equipped kitchen, fridge, stove, laundry facilities and baby gear such as a crib, highchair, carseat, stroller and toys were all key desires of their customers. The Modage was converted to a furnished vacation rental in August 2009. It’s stunning and welcomes kids and pets. The 1300 square foot townhouse is located in one of the most desirable areas of the city, and is within walking distance to Kits beach, Granville Island and a variety of trendy shopping areas and kids parks/water parks. It comes complete with a crib and highchair if required, and a full range of baby gear can be provided for a minimal cost. Now that’s what we call the “stress free” route to Vancouver.

Phone Us:
Canada/USA Toll Free: 1.800.647.9031

Email Us:
Toronto: lesley@weetravel.ca
Vancouver: shanac@weetravel.ca
Victoria: jennifer@weetravel.ca

Visit Our Blog:  Wee Travel’s Baby Travel Gear Blog

Visit Wee Travel Baby Equipment Rentals website by clicking here.  You can also see some of Wee Travels baby equipment rental listings by clicking on their Vancouver baby gear rental store at RentItToday.com.

Most of the 2010 Winter Olympic skiing events will be held at Whistler – Blackcomb to the north of Vancouver.  British Columbia’s Whistler-Blackcomb ski resort area is comprised of two mountains, Whistler and Blackcomb, providing over 7000 acres of premium mountain terrain including 12 alpine bowls, three glaciers and more than 200 marked trails.  There are 33 lifts throughout the area providing access to this winter sport paradise.  The Village of Whistler is lined with shops, boutiques, art galleries, and theaters. From fine dinning to souvenirs and gifts, you will find this beautiful mountain town has everything you need.

Whistler Village, Canada and P2P

If attending the specific 2010 Winter Olympic events being held in Whistler is on your agenda, finding a vacation rental accommodation in Whistler, Canada is the first order of business.  There is no shortage of holiday accommodations in Whistler, whether you are looking for an affordable apartment in town, a true ski-in/ski-out condo, or a luxury vacation rental cabin you’ll find plenty of lodging options to choose from.  Rent It Today recently signed up its first Canadian vacation rental company and being that they are located in Whistler, Canada this article provides the perfect opportunity to spotlight them:

Rent It in Whistler

Holiday Whistler LogoHoliday Whistler Accommodations Inc manages a wide array of luxury accommodations in the Whistler – Blackomb mountain resort area.  Holiday Whistler is a unique vacation management and holiday planning company.  We are a family-run holiday boutique that specializes in planning tailor-made holiday vacation trips. Holiday Whistler’s knowledgeable staff has lived in Whistler, Canada for years enabling us to provide expert referral services for all of your specific vacation needs.  Experience the best Whistler – Blackcomb has to offer: ski instructors, backcountry guides, restaurants, shopping etc.

Call or email us and we will be delighted to help you organise your dream getaway, whether it’s a fully-catered holiday with a masseuse in your chalet every evening or a cosy condo with log fires, a stone’s throw from the village. We are determined to make your Whistler holiday memorable – please allow us to do so.

Phone Us: 1.877.697.7776

Email Us:  henry (at) holidaywhistler.com

View all of Holiday Whistler’s Vacation rentals on their website by clicking here.  Or preview a selection of holiday accommodations on their Whistler vacation rentals store at Rent It Today.

If you have limited or reduced mobility and are traveling to Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Olympics you may be searching for a reliable medical equipment rental service provider.  Scootaround Mobility Solutions assists thousands of customers each year in all types of travel, from conventions and cruises to popular vacation destinations like Vancouver, Whistler, Victoria and other popular British Columbia holiday destinations in Canada.  Scootaround offers a variety of mobility solutions to meet its customer’s needs:  standard mobility scooter rentals, transportable mobility scooters, which are perfect if your driving from Vancouver to Whistler during the Olympics, powerchairs and wheelchairs for rent.

Scootaround Mobility Solutions LogoContact Scootaround by phone:

Toll Free: 888.441.7575

International: 204.982.0657

Visit Scootaround’s mobility Scooter Rental store at RentItToday.com

Vacationing in Summit County: Colorado’s Winter Playground

Have you hit the slopes yet this ski season?  If not, consider heading to “Colorado’s Winter Playground”.  This second part to our series on Colorado travel and vacation destinations features the ski resorts and towns of Summit County, Colorado.

Breckenridge, Colorado in Summit County

Breckenridge, Colorado

Summit County is Colorado’s Winter Playground

It’s not hard to understand why Summit County is Colorado’s most popular ski and snowboard destination.  Boasting the four world-class ski resorts of Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and Copper Mountain, Summit County is Colorado’s hot spot for winter sports.  Plus, the multitude of lodging and shopping options in the towns of Frisco, Silverthorne, and Dillon make planning a vacation to Summit County affordable and convenient.  So, exactly what can you expect from a trip to Summit?

Limitless Skiing Options: Each Summit County ski resort offers its own claim to fame.  With a summit elevation of 13,050 feet, Arapahoe Basin boasts the highest ski-able terrain in all of North America.  Expert and advanced skiers & boarders appreciate the resort’s 25% of terrain devoted to double black diamond trails, mixed with another 25% of black diamonds.  Beginners, however, might prefer Breckenridge’s dedicated beginner trails.  Among its four peaks, Breck has some great beginner spots right alongside its own technically challenging ski and snowboard trails.  Additionally, Breckenridge not only holds the honor of winning Summit County’s award for best ski resort, it also features the highest chairlift in North America.  The largest ski resort in Summit County, Copper Mountain sports expert bowls, terrain parks, and more than 2,400 acres of thrilling skiing and boarding.  It’s no wonder Copper was voted Summit County’s best snowboarding mountain in both 2007 and 2008.  Terrain parks are no joke at Keystone either.  Keystone’s A51 Terrain Park was ranked #4 in all of North America by Transworld Snowboard Magazine.  Plus, with night skiing, hike to bowl skiing, and a range of terrain devoted to skiers and boarders of all levels, Keystone is a popular Summit County choice.

Snowmobile Rentals:  Take a break from the slopes and enjoy the expansive back country trails throughout Summit County with snowmobile rentals.  ATV and Snowmobile Rental companies, like Colorado Backcountry Rentals, offer snowmobiles for both single and double riders.  When it comes to renting snowmobiles in Summit County,  you’ll find knowledgeable outfitters convenient to the popular ski resorts and mountain towns of Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone , Dillon, and Frisco.

Convenience: Summit County’s close proximity to Denver is just another reason why it’s such a popular ski destination.  Just 70 miles west of Denver, Summit County is easily accessible from the Denver International Airport and is a straight shot via I-70.  Fly into Denver, rent a limousine, and take the short trek to your ski resort destination in style.  While each ski resort has its own amenities and lodging options, the nearby mountain towns of Frisco, Dillon, and Silverthorne also provide top notch lodging and convenience options.  Between Victorian Main Street shopping & dining in Breckenridge, a galore of Outlet Factory Stores in Silverthorne, and all the local bars & entertainment venues throughout the county, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy when you’re not hitting the slopes.

Colorado’s Playground:  Summit County has been coined Colorado’s playground for good reason.  Powder days provide plenty of reasons to celebrate all winter long.  And, Summit County certainly knows how to celebrate.  There’s always something exciting on the calendar to anticipate and partake in true Summit County style, from Breckenridge’s International Snow Sculpture Championship to the Keystone Winter Culinary Festival.   Of course, Colorado’s playground wouldn’t be complete without tremendous lodging options that offer all the comforts of home but with a spectacular Rocky Mountain backdrop.  Condos, townhomes, and large vacation homes fill Summit County with choices for every traveling group, including friends, couples, and large families.  Whether you are traveling to Breckenridge for your dream ski vacation, staying in  Keystone, planning a holiday trip to Dillon, or visiting the neighboring  mountain town of Silverthorne, you will find the perfect ski-in/ski-out condo, luxury home, or cabin for your vacation. Plus, rental options make traveling easy. Choose to pack light and rent everything from your ski equipment to your baby’s playpen once you get to town.  If you are disabled and in need of a transportable wheelchair, powerchair or mobility scooter rental in Colorado there are several reliable companies with experience in accommodating your needs.

Remember, the snow is falling in Colorado.  Why not explore the place that gives you the option of four world-class ski resorts, convenience, easy access, and plenty of lodging options?  Once you get to Summit County, you won’t know how you got through winters without visiting this gem in Colorado .

Travel Resources and Rental Companies Servicing Summit County, Colorado:Timberline Vacation Rentals in Summit County

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  • Denver Limo Inc. provides ski transportation out of Denver, see their Breckenridge, Colorado limo rental listings here

Vacationing in Aspen and Snowmass Colorado

With peak ski season approaching, it’s a great time to feature some of the popular Ski Resort Areas in Colorado.  Today’s featured vacation destination is Aspen, along with neighboring ski destination Snowmass Village.

Aspen, Colorado: photo courtesy of The Denver Post

Aspen, Colorado: photo courtesy of The Denver Post

While winter weather gives us many reasons to stay indoors and retreat to the warmth and comforts of home, the folks in Aspen & Snowmass have a different idea.  Travel to these Western Colorado towns and it’s quickly apparent why winter weather is not only an incentive to get outdoors, but is also reason to celebrate in the glamorous fashion that makes Aspen and Snowmass famous.

The Glamor, On and Off the Slopes: It’s no secret that Aspen has been called Colorado’s Hollywood.  While designer shops, trendy hotels, and spectacular nightlife create the scene in the town of Aspen, it’s the mountain itself that is truly glamorous.  With 673 acres of skiable terrain, numerous technical trails specifically groomed for advanced and expert skiers, and some of the best ski conditions in all of Colorado, Aspen stands out among the elite Colorado’s ski towns for several reasons.  First, the exclusive nature of Aspen is its blessing.  The mountain’s average of three people to each skiable acre isn’t a statistic you’ll find at many other ski resorts.  Second, skiers reign supreme in Aspen.  While nearby Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk are open to boarding, Aspen Mountain’s more advanced runs make it more of a draw for serious skiers.  And, for those who are truly serious, that’s just another reason to celebrate.  Finally, Aspen’s prevalence of advanced and expert terrain keeps beginners at bay, meaning less chance that you’ll have to adapt to crowds of children or beginners.  Translation: you can get down to business.

The Mystique: Sure, Aspen holds a reputation of being a posh, stylish community that is geared more toward the affluent skier.  While many visit Aspen due to these traits, Aspen is still just a small mountain community at heart.  In fact, Aspen holds dear to its small town roots, first established in 1947.  So while you’re sure to find shopping and dining, you’re also guaranteed to witness a real Old West town filled with friendly people and stunning views.  The mountain literally rises from downtown and is surrounded by the beauty of White River National Park. Yet it’s not the beauty and the prestige alone that bring visitors to Aspen.  A season packed with winter events will keep you entertained from day into night.  As the host for the ESPN Winter X Games for the eighth year in a row, Aspen has proven that its average of three hundred inches of snow each year is dependable.  In addition to other competitions such as the Aspen/Snowmass Open and the Colorado Freeride Championship, Aspen also teams with Bud Light to host the free Hi-Fi Concert Series throughout the winter season.

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The Limitless Opportunities: If you’re a skier, you certainly have options in Aspen and Snowmass.  Retreat from the groomed trails to be the first to ski untouched black and double-black diamond trails.  Or, pick from a palette of steep, bumpy, or tree-lined runs.  To mix things up, head to one of the other nearby mountains and multiply your ski terrain by three, choosing from trails at Snowmass, Buttermilk, or Aspen Highlands.  Of course, Aspen boasts plenty of activities that will occupy the non-skiers in your group as well, from snowshoeing to guided tours to nightly entertainment.

The Luxury: Chances are your travel plans bring you to Aspen because you truly want to get away in the luxury of a world-class ski resort.  The hustle and bustle of everyday life needs to be placed on the back burner, and there’s no better place to retreat than Aspen and Snowmass.  Plenty of Aspen vacation rental options offer accommodations that are not only affordable, but are also as luxurious and posh as the town itself.  Ski to lifts from Aspen condos, or relax by the fire in your mountain townhome.  If you have a bigger crew traveling to the area, consider renting a large Aspen vacation home that will include all the standard domestic comforts and give you the additional amenities of a pool or hot tub.  Renting also can make your trip to Aspen and Snowmass hassle-free and convenient.  Once you get to town, you’ll be able to rent all the services & equipment you need, from mobility scooter rentals, medical equipment for rent, Limousine Services, ski poles, and snowmobiles to baby equipment.  So, pack light and let renting allow you to live the life of convenience in Colorado’s most exclusive mountain town.  But be warned: Aspen’s glamorous lifestyle has been known to be addictive.

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