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Best Telluride Hikes for Wildflower Season

Be prepared to hit the hiking trail this summer and spot some of Telluride's wildflowers!Read more
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Cool Off at the Telluride Town Park Pool!

This summer, the Telluride Town Park Pool is back open and ready for swimmers to enjoy! Reservations will still be required but walk-ups will be accepted if available. You can plan for a pool day with reservations allowed to be made up to 6 days...Read more
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A Local's Guide to the Telluride Off Season

Between ski season and the excitement of summer, Off-Season occurs in the mountain town of Telluride. The slopes have closed for the season and the town essentially empties out of tourists allowing for a special opportunity to enjoy early season hiking, biking, and more! But...Read more
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Our Guide to the Top Spring Activities in Telluride

Looking to enjoy Telluride in the springtime? From getting in one last run on a ski slope to jumping in a raft to navigate the white waters, there are plenty of things to do when you book a Telluride vacation rental in the spring!Read more
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5 High Altitude Tips When Visiting Telluride

If you’re visiting Telluride during any season, you’re going to be experiencing elevation ranging from 8,750 to 14,000+ feet. At Telluride’s Rocky Mountain high elevations, there is less oxygen and less humidity in the air than what you might experience if you live closer to...Read more
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Telluride Eases Dining Restrictions

Update (3/1/21): San Miguel County COVID-19 restrictions are easing as of March 1 to allow for increased capacity in indoor dining. Restaurants can now go to 50 percent capacity or 50 people, whichever is fewer, with a last call for food and alcohol 11 p.m...Read more
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Telluride's Top Winter Activities (Beyond the Ski Slopes)

If hitting the slopes isn’t your idea of fun or the ski resort has limited lift ticket sales, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the beautiful snow-capped San Juans and all in its winter glory. Here is a roundup of our favorite winter...Read more
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Winter
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Where can I get take out in Telluride right now?

Telluride's dining scene is renowned, offering something for everyone from fine dining at 10,000 feet to world-famous pizza at Brown Dog. While dining out in Telluride may not be possible or recommended this winter, that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the flavors and dishes in...Read more
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A Guide to Telluride Winter 20-21

Telluride is set to open for the winter season on November 28, 2020, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome skiers and snowboarders to our piece of paradise. Soon we’ll all be happily schussing the San Juan slopes with friends. With most time being...Read more
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Winter
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How to Experience a Colorado Distance Learning Trip

The school year is off to a very different start. We, at Vivid Vacation Rentals, truly feel for teachers and families with school-aged children. If you’re in a situation where you have options to learn (and work) remotely, we welcome you to consider joining us...Read more
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