Driving into Colorado Springs, we couldn't see the mountain tops due to the cloudy weather. Here's to hoping tomorrow is clear! But then again I will be residing here for two months. At least one of those days is bound to expose the tops of the mountains. We checked in to our hotel for the night then decided to venture around for the afternoon and evening. First we found my apartment building and creeped around the outside. I guess you could say I'm now excited to move in tomorrow :)
The US Olympic Training Center was very cool! We took your typical tourist tour. I now have a new appreciation for hard core athletes. However, I'll still stick to my leisure runs once in a while, thank you. Garden of the gods was alright, we weren't prepared to hike unfortunately, which I'm sure would have made it more worth it. Downtown Manitou Springs was cute! It was historical and very touristy. We had a little Mexican Fiesta at The Loop there; by far the best Mexican food I have EVER had. Old Colorado City reminded me a lot of downtown Holland. Except most of the shops were closed by the time we got around there. I guess I'll just have to go back again during the day! Darn.
Seven Falls... definitely worth anyone's time! We decided to take a walk up 224 stairs to get to the top of the falls in hopes of hiking around a little. After struggling to get to the top (altitude isn't a joke), we were informed that the trails were closed for the evening. Sweet, time to head back down. We took the elevator up to the Eagle's Nest, which had a great view of the falls. They light up each of the seven falls with different colors at night. It was very cool to see! Back at the hotel, and ready for a day of moving in tomorrow :)
Congratulations on your arrival, Jill! Best wishes for moving in and settling down. I look forward to reading about your work and your outside-of-work Colorado explorations.
ReplyDeleteJill, Happy to hear that you have arrived in the beautiful state Colorado. I came across my travel log from our last trip out there. We stayed at Fountain Creek View Campground, hwy 24 &? Colorado Springs, and it is still there. We also ate at the Mason Jar, which is still there, back then it was recommended to us and was very good.
ReplyDeleteWas nice that you could look around the area with your Mom.
Have fun getting acquainted with roommates.
I'm sure you will have some sunny days - Colorado Springs/Denver area is one of the sunniest places in the US. Average of 300 sunny days a year. Fun fact for ya.
ReplyDeleteAlso - love your posts :) you're a great writer! Keep it up!
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