Which city is cheaper, Denver or Colorado Springs? These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. The average daily cost (per person) in Colorado Springs is $124, while the average daily cost in Denver is $174. Is Colorado Springs cheaper than Denver? In fact, Colorado Springs is […]
Pikes Peak is one of the most famous mountains in the US. America’s mountain offers visitors a combination of cultural significance, an exhilarating drive, and magnificent views that are truly unique. There’s more than one way for you to get all the way to the mountain top for the spectacular […]
While pricey, it’s certainly possible to hire an Uber, Lyft, or other ride-share transportation service for your travels between Denver and The Springs. Budget at least $100 for the trip if you decide upon this route–even more if you’re looking for a nicer vehicle. How much is the shuttle from […]
Here are five things you can do to reduce your out-of-state tuition costs: Apply for a tuition reciprocity agreement. Look into state residency details. Ask about institutional scholarships and tuition waivers. Apply for external scholarships. Use federal student aid. How do you offset out of state tuition? Thankfully, there are […]
Dining in the Rockies Colorado Springs is lucky to be home to Colorado’s only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond restaurant: Penrose Room. This traditional fine dining experience includes artful entrees, enchanting views and the food never disappoints. What food is Colorado Springs known for? In no particular order, here […]
3 Days in Colorado Springs & Pikes Peak Country Day 1: Downtown Colorado Springs & Beyond. Use your first day in Colorado Springs to explore all that the city has to offer. Day 2: Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak & Manitou Springs. Day 3: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Royal Gorge […]
Due to its large size and long list of noteworthy hikes, you need several days to explore Rocky Mountain National Park. Ideally, plan on spending at least three days in Rocky Mountain National Park. This gives you enough time to drive Alpine Ridge Road, Old Fall River Road, and hike […]
If you are looking for a city with some culture, Denver is a great place to visit. There are countless things for tourists to do in Denver, including visiting some museums and breweries. There are over 50 museums in the city that tell about various aspects of our history and […]
Many students want to go college far away from home.Pros Independence. New friends. Different weather. More career opportunities. More academic opportunities. Diversity. More student activities. More on-campus resources. What are the pros of going to in-State College? Advantages of attending an in-state college Lower cost of travel. Lower tuition costs. […]
Next to SATs and GPAs, ZIP codes are among the most important digits in the admissions numbers game. “You can tell a lot often by a person’s ZIP code,” according to Admissions Dean William R. Fitzsimmons ’67. “We can determine in a rough kind of way if students come from […]
Here are some general must-haves: Clothing. This is obvious, but it might be worth putting more thought into. Bath & Bedding Items. Nothing says dorm life quite like a Twin XL bed, so make sure you get the right size bedding. Decorations & School Supplies. Sometimes dorm rooms are fairly […]
Humidity and Wind Colorado Springs has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (30.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (48.2%). Wind in Colorado Springs is usually moderate. Is Colorado Springs humid or dry? dryColorado Springs […]
Get your camera ready for these top picture-worthy spots in Rocky Mountain National Park. Bear Lake. Dream Lake. Sprague Lake. Alberta Falls. Gore Range Overlook (Trail Ridge Road) Moraine Park. What state has the best view of the Rocky Mountains? The Most Beautiful Rocky Mountain Towns in the United States […]
The most prominent mountains close to Denver are Pikes Peak to the northwest, Mount Evans directly to the west and Longs Peak southwest of the city. Mount Bierstadt and Torreys Peak are both fairly prominent, as well, and Grays Peak is the highest peak in the Front Range. Where are […]
Denver, capital of Colorado, sits in between two other distinctive cities in the state— Boulder, about 30 miles to the northwest, and Colorado Springs, some 70 miles to the south. So, three of the state’s most interesting cities are within 100 miles of each other. Yet, in some way, it […]