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For some people, now might be the perfect time to rent an apartment in Colorado Springs. While the real estate market struggles to revive, renting an apartment provides potential buyers with the time necessary to save capital, improve credit and secure employment. If you are planning to relocate to Colorado Springs, it’s a good time to rent. When the real estate market flattens out, you’ll be ready to buy.

In the meantime, here’s some information about life in Colorado Springs.

Living in the Colorado Springs area or in many of the surrounding cities, us “locals” are used to living at an snow-covered-mountainside-rockies-banff-uid-10463361altitude. In fact most of the time we completely forget about it. But tourist season is just around the corner; and many of us have friends and family that came visit us during the summer time. Also, it’s starting to be the time of the year that many people think about relocating to the area. Consequently I felt it may be a good time for a refresher course on the affects of high altitude.

Colorado Springs is considered one of the “highest” cities in the United States – an altitude of 6035 above sea level , 755 feet above Colorado’s “Mile High City”, Denver.

And some recent awards:

1. #1 by Money Magazine for best big city in the nation to work and live – Money Magazine August 2006city-view-15-percent.jpg
2. #1 by Forbes for most Pet Friendly city – 2007
3. #1 Winner of DogTown USA, most dog-friendly city – 2008
4. #2 in population for percentage of veterans #3 by Forbes for best, fastest, growing, most business friendly metro
5. #3 by MSNBC for best places to live in U.S.
6. #4 by Frommer’s for best cities ranked and rated April 2007
7. #4 Smartest City by BizJournals.com
8. #5 by Kiplinger’s in “Best Cities to Live, Work and Play”
9. #6 among top cities in the country for home ownership
10. #6 by Men’s Health for fittest cities #9 by Best City to Raise a family by Best Life Magazine
11. #10 by MSN Real Estate for cities with top values for retirees
12. #11 by U.S. Census Bureau for Americans techiest city
13. #11 by Worldwide ERC Best Place to Relocate
14. #13 by Forbes for best places for businesses and careers
15. #14 by Runner’s World for the best runner’s city in America
16. #16 by AMPA & Prevention magazine as the best in the US for walking – 2006
17. #16 in newspaper readers #19 in most literate cities

Taking a vacation trip in Colorado Springs is definitely the best with its attractive places and wonderful hotels. You stay is made very convenient with many accommodating hotels.

Colorado Springs is located near the Pikes Peak and is considered the best city to live in, in one of the issues of Money magazine. Nowadays, it has become much urbanized, with its parks, bike trails, business, theaters, and places of entertainment. The city also offers a lot of activities attracting many visitors and tourists.

Clarion Hotel and Conference Center

This hotel is a non-smoking hotel offering full services to their guests, situated a few miles from the airport, Colorado College, US Air Force Academy, US Olympic Training Center, Pikes Peak, and Garden of the Gods Park. It is ideal for people traveling on business because it is accessible to the business center. It has a huge and relaxing meeting space, offering catering services and can hold up to 200 people. One can ask their professional staff to help in organizing an event.

Clarion Hotel provides complimentary hot breakfast, fast and free Internet connection, free daily airport transport service, free local calls, and complimentary newspaper.

Guests can relax by having a dip in the hotel’s heated outdoor pool in the garden. Complimentary passes can be availed at the front desk for YMCA facilities.

Clarion Hotel has 98 guest rooms. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the hotel’s premises. There will be charge or penalty in case of detection. Pets are not allowed.

Embassy Suites Colorado Springs Hotel

This hotel provides a relaxing atmosphere to business travelers and overlooks the Rocky Mountain view. It is nearby many famous tourists attractions such as Manitou Cliff Dwellings and Seven Falls.

Embassy Suites features big and spacious two room hotel suites, giving more space and movement for their guests. They are elegantly designed, irresistibly comfortable, and very convenient. Stay can be very memorable and will be cherished with so many amenities offered.

Hotel amenities include a pool, fitness center, business center, wireless high-speed Internet access, meeting room, accessible to wheelchair, and a number of dining options.

Rooms have a refrigerator, microwave oven, coffeemaker, TV, and dual-line telephone.

Feel the fresh air in the balcony while enjoying the relaxing views at the comfort of your rooms. Guests can feel refreshed and energized every time they wake up in the morning.

Dining should be as enjoyable as staying. An on-site dining features delectable menus that satisfy the guests’ sensitive palates. They use fresh ingredients only in cooking delicious meals. They serve complimentary breakfast (cook-to-order) with choices of eggs, waffles, or anything as requested. Manager’s Reception is served every night for guests who want to unwind and offered with free drinks.

One can choose from the extensive list of drinks and enjoyable snacks. Polo Club opens from 11am to 11pm everyday, featuring American dishes. They also are giving special dietary foods and provide room service.

Other restaurant options near the vicinity are the Hooter’s Restaurant, Elephant Bar, Macaroni Grill, TGI Friday’s, Mission Inn, New South Wales, Old Chicago’s, On the Border, and Outback.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Colorado Springs

This hotel is situated near the airport, enveloped with the fantastic view of the Rocky Mountains. It is also nearby other local attractions such as the old shops and restaurants. Parks such as the Garden of the Gods can be appreciated by people who love outdoor activities. Travelers on business find it accessible to the business areas.

This hotel offers flexible, big meeting space, 24-hour business center, and high-speed Internet. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, bistro called Thibodeaux’s, gift shop, food store, allows pet (dogs up to 35 pounds and with consent and deposit), well-lit complimentary parking lot, and a multi-lingual staff.

Crowne Plaza Hotel truly features the best service and the best accommodations in Colorado Springs.

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