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5 Reasons To Visit Denver For Winter Break

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It's a poorly kept secret that Denver is a great place to visit the whole year through. During the summer, we have some of the most gorgeous weather in the world as well as mountain views that are pretty tough to beat. When the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, however, is when the Denver area truly comes to life. With a myriad of activities for both locals and tourists, the Mile High City simply can't be beat when it comes to winter diversions.
Arapahoe Basin
28194 US-6,
Keystone, CO 80435
(888) 272-7246
www.arapahoebasin.com

There are tons of options when it comes to ideal skiing in Colorado. For those who are trying to get the most out of the mountains while also taking advantage of Denver's boundless hospitality, however, the only real option is Arapahoe Basin. Known as A-Basin to the locals, this skiing mecca has also earned another name: "The Legend." Located a mere 68 miles east of Denver, A-Basin offers some of the highest skiable terrains in North America.

Broncos Football
www.denverbroncos.com

Most locals will swear that the Denver Broncos are the best team in the NFL. Most years, the stats will also confirm that boast. So, if you're going to find yourself in Denver during the choicest of football months, you should absolutely put Sports Authority Field at Mile High on your list of stops (if you can score tickets, that is). Join Denverites as they cheer on the Broncos, or even show up to support your favorite team as they get creamed by our boys. Whether you're rooting for or against the Broncs, a pro game in Denver is a delight.

Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave Parkway
Denver, CO 80204
(720) 865-5000
www.denverartmuseum.org

As one of the West's largest art museums, the Denver Art Museum is a bastion of culture. The curators of the magnificent structure work tirelessly to bring in some of the world's most fascinating and inspiring exhibitions. Backed by more than 120 years of history, the Denver Art Museum is a testament to architectural and artistic ingenuity. If you're in the Mile High City this winter, it's not to be missed.

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The Beer
www.denver.org/restaurants

Every town can, of course, claim to have bars. Some even tout a small selection of breweries. In Denver, though, craft brewing has been elevated to an art form. A really, really plentiful and prolific art form. In the last several years, the Denver area has become home to some of the most prominent craft breweries in the entire country. Craft breweries of every kind dot the city and offer some of the most unique (and tasty) concoctions available anywhere. If you're a fan of good beer, you've just hit the motherload.

The 16th Street Mall
16th St, Denver, CO 80265
(303) 534-6161

Designed by iconic architect I.M. Pei, the 16th Street Mall is both a feast for the eyes and an epicenter of bustling urban life. Routinely decorated for the holidays, the 16th Street Mall is always filled with fun stuff for the whole family. As the sun goes down and the twinkling lights take over, the 16th Street Mall becomes one of the most attractive hotspots in town, lined with bars and restaurants that cater to your every need. No matter what time of day you hit it, the 16th Street Mall is bound to have something to delight and entertain you this winter.

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A Denver native, Alli Andress has been a writer for over a decade. Over the course of her career, Andress has written about topics ranging from indie music, animals, health issues and the best of the Mile High City. Her work can be found on Examiner.com

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