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Today s City Guide update low cost airline tickets comes from Katie Shapiro, one of Denver’s resident gals about town. After working low cost airline tickets for Denver Magazine for the past four years, she recently low cost airline tickets launched her own media boutique,  Katie Shapiro Media , which specializes in writing, publicity and events in both Denver and Aspen. Prior to landing a “mile high,” she worked in fashion and beauty public relations in New York City. She likes skiing, drinking Manhattans, scarves, recycling, hiking with Gittel (her Goldendoodle) and putting pins in the map. Today she shares some of the best and most delicious spots in Denver. Thanks, Katie, for this excellent update! —  Stephanie
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You can’t go wrong with a Ritz — especially in Denver. This five-star property touts the most spacious guestrooms in the city with stunning mountain views and sleek décor. Splurge on one of the award-winning spa’s signature treatments like the Hops ‘N Honey pedicure — complete with local microbrews. End your day with happy hour in the famed Elway’s Downtown (one of the former Broncos QB’s stellar steakhouses) for strong cocktails and half-priced apps. The bar is always low cost airline tickets packed with the downtown post-work crowd, and you might even spot a celeb.
Luxury meets performing arts at this boutique hotel adjacent to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Its classical renaissance revival architecture feels historic, but the Hotel Teatro’s updated guestrooms mix in modern comfort. Before a show, dine at one of award-winning chef Kevin Taylor’s restaurants: PRIMA Ristorante for modern Italian or at his signature Kevin Taylor Restaurant for upscale, low cost airline tickets modern French cuisine.
In 2010, Denver B-cycle became the first large-scale municipal bike-sharing system in the country — and it’s pretty much amazing. With over 52 stations low cost airline tickets and 500 red bikes (basket included!) available throughout the city, you can check one out where you begin and return it where you end.
The bustling Downtown and Lower Downtown (LoDo) neighborhoods are where it all began. While most of the city’s center is home to big business, it’s packed with cultural landmarks in the Golden Triangle and cute boutiques and outdoor cafés in Larimer Square . If we’re being honest here, try to avoid the 16th Street Mall above Lawrence Street, which is lined with chain restaurants and retailers (although H M did open its doors earlier this year).
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Thoughtful and playful gifts that you really can’t find anywhere low cost airline tickets else. Really. Also go for reworked vintage furniture, European tableware, lighting, and bedroom accessories. My go-to gift: a cheeky, hand-sewn Alexandra Ferguson pillow.
Taste testing is encouraged at this emporium of fine extra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars from around the world. Over 50 beautifully polished steel “fustis” line the walls filled with the freshest EVOOs for you to sample. Pair your favorites with their selection of gourmet pastas, sauces, and fine olives. There’s also a location low cost airline tickets in the ‘burbs in Old Town Littleton.
low cost airline tickets It’s one of the largest art museums between Chicago and the West Coast housing a collection of more than 70,000 works. And with the recent opening of Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective (the only North American stop for the exhibit and on view now through July 8, 2012), Denver’s street cred among fashionistas has also arrived.
He might have been the least known of the well known, but Clyfford Still was a pillar of influence in the abstract expressionism movement. Opened low cost airline tickets just last year and adjacent to the Denver Art Museum, this breathtaking new building is now an eternal home for its namesake and houses 94% of Still’s entire collection.
low cost airline tickets Although Denver’s “Cowtown” moniker should be long gone, Rockmount Ranch Wear is a true Western icon. Their historic digs date back to 1908 and have been home to this standard in Western wear since 1946. Stock up on authentic cowboy hats, belt buckles, boots, and snap-button plaids. low cost airline tickets Because when in Rome, right?
Owners BJ Dyer and Guenther Vogt are known for creating unstructured floral masterpieces using the most exotic and unusual buds — think anything from kale and cattails to agapanthus and birds of paradise. The award-winning shop also has an impressive selection of potted plants and other home décor accessories.
This collection of contemporary home furnishings is hand selected to fit into the urban lifestyles of its customers with hundreds of custom fabrics, finish colors, and models available for each piece.
It is quite possible low cost airline tickets to get lost in here. Luckily you’re among an amazing collection of authentic antique maps and prints from around the globe. Their expert staff also helps with appraisal services, and if you can’t make it in person to explore, the entire stock is current online.
One of the original tenants low cost airline tickets of Larimer Square, this iconic deli/bakery/coffee shop was the first espresso bar between New York and Los Angeles. Family owned and operated, fuel up here with a made-to-order sandwich or creation of your own from the fresh salad bar.
The Denver outpost of the famous Boulder “community bistro” has finally opened its kitchen doors. Sit amongst friends low cost airline tickets or make new ones at the long tables made of reclaimed fir wood. The clean and conscious menu matches the beautifully minimal space.
It’s all about the happening Highland and Lower Highland (LoHi) neighborhoods these days, with an influx low cost airline tickets of housing developments, restaurants, and boutiques taking over the area block by block. You can spend a day or two exploring the various sub-‘hoods including: Tennyson Street, Highland Square, Platte Street, and everything in between.
lulu s furniture décor is truly family owned and operated with all five members of founder Christy Vranesic Brant’s family on staff. Its fun array of classically hip and funky accessories and furniture can give your home an instant boost of chic. Find local and U.S. made items as well as one-of-a-kind pieces available for purchase off the floor.
The Perfect Petal is indeed perfect, with rare and unusual low cost airline tickets flower arrangements, garden and entertaining wares, fragrances, soaps, and paper collections. Their gift-wrapping is an art with the best selection of greeting cards in town to tape on top.
Roxy and Castle, the sister duo behind this salon and barbershop, translate their passion for French flair and fashion to serious hair design. Pop into their bright, burlesque-influenced space for hair and makeup low cost airline tickets before a night out. And while you primp, send your man next door for a throwback haircut or shave. Their latest venture will keep him happy with a beer and vintage Playboy in hand.
St. Kilian’s knows their cheese. Specializing in “raw milk” of France, Spain, and Italy, everything is cut to order. They also stock Dutch Goudas, Swiss, select “funky cheddars” from the UK, and local chèvres. You’ll need wine of course, so pop into Mondo Vino next door.
A bookstore like it used to be. Find used, rare, and collectibles among their warehouse database low cost airline tickets of over 30,000 used books. Owner Lois Harvey has over 35 years of bookselling experience, but don’t worry; she carries the new stuff, low cost airline tickets too.
This seasonal open-air market brings together emerging, undiscovered, and experienced artists, crafters, and antique/vintage collectors. They set up shop three times a year on 46th and Tennyson to showcase their local goods. The 2012 market dates are: May 5th, July 14th, and October 6th.
Owner Debra Mazur was a New York City kid but landed in Colorado to turn her fashion finds into her first retail store in Boulder. Her Denver location opened in 2008 and is a favorite among hipster gals for its ridiculously low-priced frilly frocks, high-waisted jeans, big belts, and chunky boots. Mazur buys her inventory from up-and-coming designers who produce limited-edition runs. It’s exactly what keeps us coming back.
An auto repair shop with style? It’s true. If Denver is a stop on your road trip through the Rockies and you need a quick fix, pull straight into Green Garage. While “Car Hugging is in Progress,” you can refuel at the Tea Bar by Teatulia and wait in their friendly lobby — free WiFi included.
Stylish stroller moms flock to this high-end baby boutique for the basics: cute cribs, chic maternity wear, diaper bags, and car seats. And if you’re sans bambino, stop in for inappropriate onesies, plush blankets, and toys for the perfect shower gift.
Artist Marie E.v.B. Gibbons has worked in clay and mixed media for over 16 years and shares her primary studio space for her popular low cost airline tickets “mini-shops” and private classes. It’s all about clay, and Gibbons encourages her students to “do more than look at art — make some!”
Brides to be, look no further than anna bé. Owners Anna and Breanna have created one of the best bridal boutiques in the country (these ladies have won a lot of awards!) and love playing dress up with their clients. Their collection is curated to include the standards (Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, Lela Rose) and to introduce new designers. And since a wedding isn’t just a one-day affair, they opened Ground Floor down below so brides (and their fashionista friends) can find that perfect dress for showers, brunches, and nights out.
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