Family Murder Mystery Weekend – Murder At The Double A Barn On Labor Day Weekend.

Destinations West announces the first-of-it’s-kind family murder mystery weekend starting August 29, 2008. The story line is based on a follow up celebration from the biggest card tournament this side of the Mississippi. Geared towards families and children, this event will be THE Summer Activity in the mountains.

Join the staff of Destinations West on Friday, August 29 for a casual grill dinner at The Fraser Visitor’s Center where everyone will receive their role for the Murder and we’ll review the itinerary for the weekend. The production will run twice - Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31 from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Located on the Colorado River below the dam on Shadow Mountain Reservoir in the Arapaho National Recreation Area, the Double AA Barn is ensconced in Grand County history. Some costume pieces will be provided, but anything goes and it’s highly recommended that you come in character!

“This will allow plenty of time to enjoy everything Grand County has to offer both with our assistance and on your own time”, says DiAnn Butler, owner of Destinations West. “Where else can you take a step back in time to enjoy where Western heritage lives, yet still have hiking, biking, camping, sailing, golfing and hours of resort activities within minutes of each other? It’s a spectacular opportunity.”

The cost is based on a 2-bedroom vacation home and double-occupancy at $499 per adult and $150 per child for a three-night stay. Children age 3 and under are FREE! View this event’s website for more information: http://www.mtnlodging.com/Specials_And_Packages.aspx

Mother's Day Special

Mother's Day is just a few weeks away. Instead of sending the usual flowers or chocolate, why give her a unique, one-of-a-kind gift of a vacation to Winter Park or Grand Lake.
We can create a lodging gift certificate for any amount.
Our Mother's Day Vacation Special is 30% off the nightly rate when you book at least 3 days in April or May 2008.
Call Destinations West today. 800-545-9378

Destinations West and ResortQuest Announce Partnership

Destinations West, Winter Park Colorado’s Premier Luxury Vacation Rental Company, announces a partnership with ResortQuest, the nation's leading vacation property management company. This exclusive partnership in Winter Park leverages both companies’ technology expertise to improve search engine rankings and assist with competitor analysis.

DiAnn Butler, owner and president of Destinations West chose this opportunity primarily to focus on the company’s web presence and expand their luxury vacation rentals brand. This partnership will allow Destinations West to grow its customer base nationwide.

“Destinations West is an established leader in Winter Park vacation rentals, with a terrific brand and an impressive Web presence," says Park Brady, CEO of ResortQuest International. "Destinations West is an ideal Partner because they are perfectly placed to benefit from ResortQuest’s Web equity, while also adding quality inventory for vacation shoppers looking for the best in mountain accommodations.

As an added benefit to this partnership, all homeowners at Destinations West get to take advantage of discounts at Resort Quest properties in the United States.

About Resort Quest
ResortQuest is the nation's leading vacation property management company, providing a one-stop resource in North America's premier resort destinations. ResortQuest is the largest marketer and management company of vacation condominiums and home rentals in the U.S. based on a portfolio of nearly 9,000 vacation rental properties. www.resortquest.com 1-800-GO RELAX

About Destinations West
In 1990 Denis and DiAnn Butler purchased Destinations West which included a collection of 35 new, privately owned condominiums, town homes and vacation homes. Today, the company has nearly 100 privately owned homes in its collection located in Winter Park, Grand Elk and Grand Lake. Combining backgrounds in marketing, hospitality, construction and maintenance, Denis and DiAnn’s philosophy has always been guided by visionary thinking on the cutting edge of the ever changing travel industry.

Media Contact:
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Kristen@mtnlodging.com
www.mtnlodging.com
800.545.9378
970.726.8881

Winter Is Over

Winter Park Resort closed on Sunday. Here are some photos from Spring Blast

Now it's time to think about Summer Vacations.

Check out Destinations West lodging in Winter Park or lodging in Grand Lake.

www.mtnlodging.com

Winter Park Mountain Biking Series

June 14 - August 30:
WINTER PARK MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE SERIES
is Colorado's largest mountain bike race with six races with varying courses including hill climbs, mountain circuits, point-to-points, and cross-country super loops.

Checkout this website for details www.epicsingletrack.com.

June 14, 28; July 1; August 2, 16 and 30.

View Destinations West's website for lodging options during the Bike Series Race.

California Zephyr

Did you know you can stop in Fraser, CO on the Amtrak train - The California Zephyr?
Here is a blog post about one person experience on the train.

You can stop for a few days in Grand County and stay at a home or condo at Destinations West. Then, jump back on the train to head west.

Give us a call at 800-545-9378. We can arrange transportation from the train depot to your lodging and back. Grand County is easily accessible with the free shuttle and Valley Taxi.

Call or visit or website from more information: http://www.mtnlodging.com/