Carriages of Colorado is an amazing business to work with! I've worked with them every year…read moreFor the last 4 years. They are so accommodating with scheduling, their customer service is top notch, they follow up a couple times a year to schedule the next event and they are so trustworthy! I had 125 residents show up to our event and the amount of positive feedback was unreal! I highly recommend them for personal Or business!

Working with Carriages of Colorado was so easy. Joe provided simple instructions and quick…read morecommunication about a backyard birthday party with a Shetland pony. We organize the date and he confirmed a few days before. Joe was prompt and ready to go to confidently lead kids on pony rides around the backyard. He was personable. The whole experience was magical for my kid and the pony was well mannered (even munching on our delicious grass). The price was appropriate. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for this experience. My son was also mesmerized by Joe who was a legit wrangler.

Joined the Rocky Mountains National Park full day tour, and had an incredible experience! Christine…read morewas our tour guide, and was very knowledgeable about the park and its wildlife. There were dozens of excellent photo opportunities, and we visited many of the parks most famous landmarks. We had the pleasure of seeing dozens of elk, mule deer, marmots, and even a pika! Sandwiches were provided for lunch, as well as plenty of water and snacks throughout the day. If you have a small group looking for a convenient way to see much of RMNP, I highly recommend Colorado Sightseer.

Everything was amazing! We had the best time on the Rocky…read moreMountain National Park Tour. Our tour guide Will was so knowledgeable, personable and very funny. My goal was to see a moose and I saw a mama moose with 2 babies. The picnic lunch provided was delish. It started to rain in Estes Park and Will went looking for us to give us umbrellas. Now that is what I call service! This tour was worth every penny! I can't wait to do another trip with Will.

This annual home tour raises funds for the Denver School of the Arts. (Yes, this seems odd since…read moreDSA is in Park Hill and this tour takes place on the opposite side of town. But who am I to question such things. It also seems like there's a "the" or two missing somewhere in the name of the tour, but again, I know nothing.) With 9 astounding historic places on the tour this year, I can only imagine that it will be wonderful year after year. It was founded by the owners of the Lumber Baron Inn, which is apparently featured on the tour every year. From their loving and astounding restoration of a previously condemned Victorian on 37th Ave., you know they have an eye for what makes the Highlands area so great. While the wow factor of the homes on the tour was undeniable, I have to be honest and say that the event lacked organization. Given that it is a fundraiser, you have to give some wiggle room for amateur planners, but if they went on other neighborhood tours they might learn a few things: like publicize the same starting time in all advertisements (not 11 am in some places, noon in others), make it clear where and when you can purchase advance tickets (I tried to buy mine directly from the school, prominently listed as a place to buy tickets, and was turned away), get a certain traffic flow going through the homes (present in some, not all). I will say that I spoke with the owners of the Lumber Baron, Julie and Walt Keller, since their number was on the tour's website. They were wonderful to deal with and very kindly helped me out with my ticket snafu although they are not the planners themselves and were in no way responsible. I hope that the planners can work out some kinks in the coming years. But even if they don't, and they keep the same caliber and diversity of homes in the future, I will highly recommend this tour for anyone who loves historic homes, regardless of the inconveniences!

My friends and I were wondering the neighborhood for the highlands garage sale day and came across…read morethe Jewels of the Highlands open house. When we walked up to the house we were asked to put on booties, no big deal, the lady asked to stamp a booklet and we said we didn't have a booklet and they let us in. Little did we know that it was not an open house. We made it nearly to the back of the house on the main floor and another woman host yelled at us from across the room as if we were three adolescents misbehaving. It was so embarrassing to be yelled at by an adult in a public yet in a professional setting. The three of us are homeowners in the neighborhood and were shocked to be treated so rudely by people that share a love for our area. The host rudely demanded that we need to show her our papers and then asked us to immediately leave and not return unless we purchased tickets. She did explain that it was for a fundraiser for Skinner middle school but her tone and approach were completely unprofessional and alarming. Needless to say I will not be purchasing tickets to go to another home show.

Wow- what a beautiful park!! I've driven by it on 470 all my life before finally going yesterday…read morefor an event for my son. The picnic shelters and bathrooms (porta and pit) were clean and stocked. The beach was nice and the lake was clean too but too cold for me! There were lots of nice trails for hiking and biking that I hope to check out next time.

The park and this visitor center are worth every penny of the annual membership cost. The park is…read moreclean, there are gorgeous trails for everyone to enjoy, camping, water sports (seasonal) and much more. The staff that work here are so very friendly. The rangers have a regular presence which I feel helps deter behavior that you might find at other (free) parks such as Sloan's Lake. The visitor center is small but truly a gem. You can learn a lot about what the park has to offer; it's worth stopping by at least once. Recommend coming off-season or less popular times because I'd imagine during peak that the lines are long and the park reaches capacity quickly. So plan ahead! My only gripes have to do with things outside the park's control. This includes the special snowflakes that don't obey the rules of the trail, and/or the road. I'm referring to dog owners that leave their poop bags on the trail for others to clean up. And the bikes that don't obey laws and put themselves and those around them in danger as a result. If you're one of those people, shame on you. Stop with the entitlement, learn some decorum and realize the world doesn't revolve around YOU. In closing, this wonderful park is worth a day trip if you don't live nearby. It's a peaceful retreat from the city and there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Five stars all day long! Jason was fantastic and somehow managed to keep 8 people entertained while…read moreshowing us Red Rocks, buffalo, Lookout Mountain, and Golden, no small task! He answered every question, shared tons of interesting facts, threw in some jokes, and somehow made us feel like Denver experts by the end of the day. If Jason is your guide, congratulations, you already made a good decision.

Rocky Mountain Experience: Very disappointing. The guide immediately did an upsell when we got in…read morethe van to include a gondola ride for an extra $27. Four of the 9 ppl in our van took advantage of it - which meant the tour went an hour beyond the allotted time and we were rushed through the sites we paid to see. It ruined our last night in town as we missed our dinner reservation and after dinner plans - which didn't concern the driver in the least. Other lowlights were listening to the guide drone on and on about his life and opinions, pulling over THREE times as one lady thought she maybe saw some wildlife waaaayyy in the distant woods, and spending much too long in a small town where half the stores were closed so the gondola opters could have their unscheduled fun and the tour company could grab a few extra dollars.

The G R Bar Ranch has been one of the most fun vacations we have spent in Colorado. Located near…read morebeautiful Paonia, the ranch offers 4 cabins for a week long stay; cabins are a mile to a mile and a half from each other so you feel like all the ranch belongs to you. Each cabin comes with 2 horses and their tack. (You can get more for an additional price.) When the husband and I checked into the ranch and Arrowhead cabin, their ranch hand brought us a matching set of ponies and started to show us basic horse care. Once he realized I was an experienced horse person, he said for us to come get him if we needed any help. Other than the ranch hand coming back the next day to ask if I would trade my pony because they needed an easy horse for another family for Smitty, the ranch's pack horse who had not been ridden all summer but knew Smitty and I would be fine together, we had the ranch to ourselves. There are tons of trails to ride on, lakes to fish in, boats to paddle in, and 4 wheel roads to drive on (all inclusive). We did not see any of the other families the whole week. Now, if you are not such an isolationist as we are, you can go down to the main lodge for a visit with other families or the owners. The cabins are run by propane and slightly rustic. You have all the comforts of home except a TV and telephone which is what we wanted for our vacation escape. We did go into town to get fresh peaches and other food but basically spent an incredible week catching up with each other and pretending Arrowhead was our private cabin. From reading the guest book, families come year after year even leaving some personal items such as games and sports equipment doing the same thing we did, pretending this was their private get away. The only reason G R Bar gets 4 stars instead of 5 is because they advertise the great fishing in their lakes. Since we were there at the end of the season, most fish had been fished out and eaten. This made the husband a bit cranky as he is a catch and release man. Other than that, I cannot even begin to tell you how fabulous the G R Bar Ranch is for a family vacation. And once you go, you become their family and receive a Christmas card every year.

I have stayed at GR Bar Ranch several times, and each time was magical. If you love nature and the…read moreoutdoors, and you're looking for a private slice of heaven, this is the place for you. It is literally off the beaten path (you should have 4 wheel drive) and not one of those places where there are ten cabins next to each other and you wave to one another from your individual fire pits in the evening. No, this is the real deal! You are alone, you have no neighbors, and there is endless abundant nature to explore. I loved my early morning cup of coffee on the front porch. The air smells so good and just listening to the little sounds around me, the rustle of the leaves, the small animals and birds, was so soothing. It is rustic (everything runs on propane), but you will have everything you need in one of the most beautiful places there are. I was actually worried about my teenage son on a recent visit (there is no "free wifi" and cell reception is spotty or nonexistent), but he loved it! This is a wonderful place for families to connect the old fashioned way - play a board game, hike, fish, go horseback riding, or just relax. I have heard they also have great hunting for those so inclined. My family and I will definitely be back for another visit, and I can wholeheartedly recommend this beautiful place to anyone looking for a very special vacation spot. Five stars!!

I wanted an adventure to make my mom's 96th birthday memorable and I found all I'd hoped for with…read moreCity on the Side. Our tour guide/driver, Rose, was a delight! She arrived early, explained everything and gave us a great tour. She even took suggestions from us as to what we wanted to see. My mom tells everyone this was her "best day ever"! I strongly recommend City on the Side.

How does this only have one review?!…read more Where do I even begin.... this was a bucket list item for me and it completely surpassed all my high expectations! The first time that I booked, Mother Nature decided it wasn't my time to ride and dumped snow all over my dreams! Almost a year later, I reached back out to Scott to reschedule my tour and he did everything in his power to make it happen. I am beyond grateful for his commitment to customer service and ensuring I got to experience the amazing sidecar tour. My tour guide/driver, Ryan, was THE BEST! He not only dressed the part in his leather vest and flannel button up, but he was full of fun facts and interesting tidbits. I learned so much and my cheeks hurt after from smiling so much. I can't wait to get back to Denver to take the 4 hour tour and see more of the beautiful scenery of Colorado! I can't recommend this tour enough. DO IT OR YOU WILL REGRET IT! Thank you, Scott and Ryan, for making this experience one of my absolute favorites! You guys rock!!

The husband and I have done Segway tours in a number of cities, so it's become a go-to activity for…read moreus whenever we visit somewhere. Because hello, Segways are a TON of fun, and a great way to get up close to attractions without having to walk or being stuck on a bus! However, this tour in particular wasn't one of the better ones we've been on. Because the storage/training area is in a parking garage, you meet your guide outside a nearby restaurant so they can take you into the alley and down to the secret Segway closet (seriously DOWN a massive ramp, which may be intimidating for inexperienced riders). The instructions explicitly state that restrooms are available inside the restaurant...but for a 10am tour, they're not open yet. Luckily, the Panera next door was happy to give us the code for their restrooms. The Segways themselves have obviously seen WAY better days. Our guide apologized for being late due to having to inflate the tires, but the handlebars were banged up, my Segway made a constant clanking/rattling noise from one wheel, and the guide ended up riding one with a low battery because no others with fully inflated tires were available. The available helmets were in similar rough condition. While our guide was friendly enough, knew the basic spiels for the stops, and even texted me in advance of the tour to confirm we knew where we were going (and when he was running late), he also seemed pretty lackadaisical (although pleasant) and didn't wear a helmet. I was also annoyed that, for some reason, we didn't receive the waivers via email ahead of time, so we had to fill them out on the guide's phone. In hindsight, he wasn't checking anything, so I should've just lied and said we'd already signed... On the upside, we were the only two people signed up, so we got a longer tour and more stops that we would have otherwise. Since we've ridden Segways before, we also got to skip the training -- we just hopped on and demonstrated that yup, we know what we're doing. A vast improvement over watching 10+ people slowly get the hang of it! And of course, we really enjoyed seeing a wide variety of Denver spots up close and personal, and learning at least a little bit about some of them. So while you can't ever really go wrong with a Segway tour, definitely head into this one with open eyes about what to expect.

This is a great way to see Denver. Whether you're a visitor or a native segwaying is fun in itself,…read morebut it's interesting to learn more about this neat city.