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NEW WEST HOW THE RESORT’S STORIED PAST IS SHAPING ITS FUTURE

RUGGEDLY REFINED

WORLD-CLASS CUISINE

LEGENDARY LINKS

The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience is a slice of pure Colorado

Ristorante del Lago enhances The Broadmoor’s renowned dining scene

Walk in the footsteps of golf ’s greats when you play our courses

INTRODUCING THE BROADMOOR WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE

The Broadmoor is redefining the resort experience with adventures unlike anywhere else on earth.

Disappear in the grandeur of pristine mountain lakes and lush alpine forests at The Ranch at Emerald Valley.

Spend your day on the water at The Broadmoor Fly-Fishing School and The Broadmoor Fishing Camp.* Awaken to the sunrise at nearly 10,000 feet at Cloud Camp atop Cheyenne Mountain. And do it all without sacrificing the luxury, elegance and superior service upon which The Broadmoor built its reputation.

With all-new experiences unfolding daily, there’s never been a better time to get away.

Plan your escape today. *Opening Summer 2015.

Call 855.999.0866 for information. broadmoor.com

WELCOME

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love historic hotels and resorts.

Those that have stood the test of time tend to be unique in character and timeless in style and quality. Very few have survived over multiple decades, and those that have share certain traits. They remain true to their history yet continually evolve to meet the demands of new generations of guests. I am pleased to share with you how the story of The Broadmoor continues to evolve and, in many ways, redefines today’s resort experience.

In May of this year, we opened the reimagined Broadmoor West building, which features two new restaurants—Bar del Lago and the adjoining Ristorante del Lago— both designed by Adam Tihany, arguably the most prolific and accomplished restaurant designer in the world today. The food is steeped in authenticity and features items from the eight great food regions of Italy.

Natural Epicurean opened June 9 as an entirely new dining concept at The Broadmoor. The food is all fresh, organic, natural, and wholesome.

Produce, herbs, and vegetables are estategrown at our own Broadmoor Farms.

We are developing a concept we call The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience. This is a series of venues that offer experiences that are uniquely Colorado. The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley is a charming,

historic guest ranch that’s been masterfully redone to Broadmoor standards. Although it's only eight miles from The Broadmoor, The Ranch's setting amidst the beautiful Pike National Forest makes it a true getaway.

Cloud Camp, opening August 15, 2014, is perched on Cheyenne Mountain, 3,000 feet above The Broadmoor.

We are also restoring a historic lodge and seven miner's cabins on the Tarryall River to serve as The Broadmoor Fishing Camp.

When finished in late summer 2014, the Fishing Camp will offer food and beverage, overnight accommodations, and five miles of private waters teeming with trophy trout.

We opened The Broadmoor Fishing School in June at one of the lakes on our property.

Based out of a renovated Adirondack-style lodge, the school offers instruction for beginners to experts. Additionally, the handsome lakeside lodge, with its massive stone fireplace, is available for private parties.

The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience redefines the resort experience in many ways, expanding traditional boundaries and offering experiences that are unique to Colorado.

Please know how much we value the goodwill and patronage of our guests.

We look forward to providing you many reasons to return again and again.

Sincerely,

STEPHEN BARTOLIN, JR. President and CEO

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UP FRONT

SPORTS & LEISURE

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TRAVEL

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GOLF

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BROWNSTONES

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TENNIS

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ACTIVITIES

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SPA

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NEW BROADMOOR WEST

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WELLNESS

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

DINING

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LIFE IMITATES ART

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RISTORANTE DEL LAGO

PAST & PRESENT

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DINING GUIDE

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BUILDING FOR TOMORROW

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BARBECUE UNIVERSITY

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SPENCER PENROSE'S ENDURING LEGACY

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The view of the newly renovated Broadmoor West, as seen from across Cheyenne Lake on the cover, closely resembles a painting by Maxfield Parrish (above) that Spencer Penrose commissioned in 1919. Parrish took artistic license to place the lake in front of Broadmoor Main.

COVER PHOTO BY KEVIN SYMS

JEN JUDGE (1), CHAD CHISHOLM (1), KEVIN SYMS (1)

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ARTS & CULTURE

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PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY

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WEDDINGS

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FINE ARTS CENTER

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SEVEN FALLS

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MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

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EARL KLUGH'S WEEKEND OF JAZZ

INTERNATIONALLY SPEAKING

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WELCOME TO THE BROADMOOR

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CONTRIBUTORS

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RESORT DESTINATIONS

FAMILY

STYLE

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BROADMOOR KIDS

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BROADMOOR FAMILIES

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HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

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ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

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PENROSE HERITAGE MUSEUM

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CONTRIBUTORS

B OB B OWS Bob Bows lives in the mountains above Boulder, Colo. His writing spans a variety of disciplines—Colorado history, theater, travel, golf, fiction, metaphysics, and psychology—and appears in various media, from broadcast television and radio, to newspapers, magazines, and the web.

CL AUDIA C ARB ONE Colorado native Claudia Carbone is an award-winning journalist based in Denver. She regularly contributes to a number of magazines and websites.

She has been coming to The Broadmoor since first visiting with her family as a child.

CHAD CHISHOLM Chad Chisholm, a Denver-based writer and photographer, has circled the globe in his quest to bring the passion of travel to readers of the publications and outlets where his work is found, including AAA EnCompass, Colorado Expression, Denver Life, and as a travel contributor to CBS4.

NANC Y CL ARK Nancy Clark is a partner of Unleaded Software Inc. She also publishes WatchBoom.com, an online travel magazine for baby boomers. Her favorite personal travel destination remains, forever, The Broadmoor.

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MICHAEL COS TA Michael Costa covers all things food and beverage for Hotel F&B magazine, where he has been Industry Relations Editor since 2007.

LINDA DUVAL Linda DuVal was a newspaper journalist in Colorado Springs for 32 years before becoming a freelance writer. She met her husband when they both worked at The Broadmoor as college students in 1969.

She is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers.

LOIS FRIEDL AND Lois Friedland loves to explore the world by skiing, playing golf, and sampling new experiences. She writes About.com’s Guide to Adventure Travel. Her articles have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers, including The New York Times, Travel + Leisure, and the Dallas Morning News.

MIC G AROFOLO Mic Garofolo, owner of Mic Clik Photography, has been the official Broadmoor photographer since 2011—only the third in the resort’s history. He photographs special events, family portraits, celebrity guests for the resort’s Wall of Fame, and more. He contributed a number of striking images for this issue of The Broadmoor magazine.

S T EPHAN GUERT LER Stephan Guertler is the managing editor of the Austrian publication EXTRA Golf and the editor-in-chief of the magazine’s website. He is a member of Golf Writers Association of America and blogs for WorldGolf.com.

AMBER JOHNSON Amber Johnson is a Canadian-born mom of two, family travel writer, Denver Post “Family Cents” columnist, and blogger at TheMileHighMama. com. She is happily married to a man obsessed with growing The Great Pumpkin.

NORMAN PROVIZER Norman Provizer was the jazz critic for the Rocky Mountain News for 20 years. He currently writes for DownBeat magazine; and his weekly jazz column, "Jazz Notes," appears at kuvo.org.

He is also a professor of Political Science at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

JON RIZ ZI Editor of Colorado AvidGolfer magazine, Jon Rizzi has contributed to books for the National Geographic Society and Colorado Music Hall of Fame. A graduate of Vassar College, where his son is a junior, he lives in Denver with his wife, Jo Anne.

MINDY SINK Mindy Sink is the author of the guidebook Moon Denver, a coauthor of Colorado Organic: Cooking Seasonally, Eating Locally, and has written extensively for The New York Times.

IRENE MIDDLEMAN T HOMA S Thomas loves the short drive from her Aurora, Colo., home to Colorado Springs—and to the oasis of the Broadmoor Resort. She writes about travel, food and beverage, lifestyles, business, and health for many local, national, and international publications.

S T E VE WINS TON Steve Winston has written or contributed to 17 books.

His articles have appeared in major media around the world, as well as in-flight magazines and international websites.

He’s also a writer for The State of Florida Division of Tourism.

DEB OR AH WILLIAMS A Denver native and mother of a 1-year-old boy, Williams embraces every opportunity to get her active family outdoors. And since her husband works in the healthand-wellness arena and is a fitness fanatic, writing about The Broadmoor's wellness initiatives was right up her alley.

TOM WILMES Editor and writer Tom Wilmes lives in Louisville, Colo., with his wife and two young sons. He enjoyed learning more about the indelible legacy of The Broadmoor while working on this edition of the magazine, and looks forward to the opening of The Broadmoor Fishing Camp next spring.

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UP FRONT Shuttle Service In conjunction with our partners at Gray Line Tours, The Broadmoor offers regularly scheduled, nonstop ground transportation to and from Denver International Airport and Colorado Springs Airport.

DESTINATION BROADMOOR The Broadmoor is easily accessible from anywhere in the country, and now—thanks to expanded airline service—from anywhere in the world.

TAKE THE GRAY LINE The Broadmoor provides one-way and round-trip ground transportation to and from both Colorado Springs Airport and Denver International Airport in conjunction with our partners at Gray Line Tours. Guests are directed to a WiFi-equipped vehicle for the nonstop ride. Reservations are required for guaranteed service, and fares can be charged to your room.

Please call 719-633-1181.

DENVER INTL. AIRPORT Denver International Airport (DEN) is easily

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accessible from all major U.S. cities and is serviced by all major airlines.

the world to access The Broadmoor and all that the resort has to offer.

Nonstop international flights from Tokyo, Frankfurt, London, Reykjavik, Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Cancun, and Mexico City are also available.

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta, United, and Alaska Airlines all fly nonstop into Colorado Springs.

Visit flydenver.com for flight information.

COLORADO SPRINGS AIRPORT With more than 60 direct flights nationwide flying into Colorado Springs Airport (COS) on five major airlines, and dozens of international connections, it’s easier than ever for guests from around

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Alaska Airlines recently expanded its service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to offer daily direct flights to Colorado Springs, making it one of 11 major cities coast to coast with nonstop service.

Alaska Airlines also services a number of onestop international routes through Seattle, making it a convenient hub for international travelers.

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Additional international connections through U.S. cities including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco mean that Rocky Mountain getaways can be planned from around the globe.

Visit flycos.com for flight information.

FLY NONSTOP TO COLORADO SPRINGS FROM: • Atlanta • Chicago • Dallas/Fort Worth • Denver • Houston • Las Vegas • Los Angeles • Phoenix • Salt Lake City • San Francisco • Seattle

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UP FRONT

The Scene Just east of Broadmoor Main, our brownstone residences each feature a three-car garage, a washer/dryer, an elevator, and stunning mountain views.

The Bedroom Unwind in the oversized king bed in the luxurious master bedroom.

The Living Space Each brownstone is comfortably furnished with all the amenities of home.

PRIVATE LUXURY

Staying at The Broadmoor’s Brownstones gives guests all the service and amenities they expect plus all the comforts of home.

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here’s a buzz at The Broadmoor.

From the stately, bustling lobby to the humming energy at The Hotel Bar during happy hour, the convivial ambience is ever-present and part of what sets the resort apart from other hotels. But sometimes you want more intimate accommodations—a place where you and your family can get away from the crowds and the rush. Across the street from the main hotel are The Broadmoor’s Brownstones, which offer guests all the luxury and amenities of the hotel in the privacy and comfort of a home away from home. Park in the private three-car garage, and walk across the street to the main hotel. Golf on

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the world-class courses, indulge at the spa, play at the pool or on the lake, and dine at any of the casual or formal restaurants. Or, forgo The Broadmoor’s restaurants to prepare your own meals in your brownstone’s professional-grade kitchen, and then gather around the formal dining room table or the more casual breakfast bar for quality family time. The elegant but cozy living room, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and balconies invite you to cuddle close together, while the five-piece marble master bath is an oasis when you need some alone time.

When it’s finally time to say goodnight, the king-size master bed will be waiting.

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME THE BROADMOOR offers two Brownstones exclusively for guests.

Wish you could call one home for more than a few nights? Visit Broadmoorproperties.com for more information on sales availability.

For rates and availability, call the reservations department at 844-6025092 or visit Broadmoor. com/brownstones.

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PASSPORT TO FUN

What’s there to do, you ask? Inside and out, and all around the resort, The Broadmoor offers numerous activities for all ages and interests.

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RIDE A HORSE

The Broadmoor offer a unique Western horseback riding experience. Older kids and adults will enjoy venturing into the surrounding foothills on a guided trail ride, and children ages 8 and younger will get a thrill from guided pony rides and the small petting zoo.

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Imagine the thrill of walking through a field with a falcon flying above your head at 1,000 feet or higher—waiting for you to flush out wild game. The falcon enters a steep dive and captures the prey, returning to you for its reward.

Beginning fall 2014, try your hand at falconry and learn more about the tradition and lore of the sport with The Falconry & Raptor Education Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving, advancing, and teaching the ancient art.

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WET A LINE

Anglers of all ages will enjoy The Broadmoor’s new fishing school. Located on a scenic lake nestled on the resort’s grounds, it’s a great way to try your hand at fly-fishing. The school is based out of a restored, Adirondackstyle lodge and offers daily fly-fishing instruction to guests. The lodge is also available as a private-dining option for groups. Bonus: In winter, the lake and lodge transform into an outdoor ice-skating rink and warming house.

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ENJOY EVERY DAY

The Broadmoor offers a host of activities each day during the summer. From golf clinics, round-robin tennis tournaments, fly-fishing instruction, and photography and gardening workshops to boating on the lake and shuttle service to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Starsmore Discovery Center, The Broadmoor World Arena, and Seven Falls, there’s something to keep everyone busy.

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The fun doesn’t end when the mercury drops. During the winter season, Broadmoor guests may choose from a wide selection of complimentary weekend activities. Family dance classes, cosmic bowling, cooking classes, fly-casting instruction, indoor golf and tennis clinics, fitness classes, and more round out the offerings.

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Expert Guide For more information or reservations for these and other fun activities, call The Broadmoor Concierge at 855-664-8550.

Let your little one learn about tennis basics from some of the best with PeeWee Tennis Drills & Junior Tennis Camps. This fun-filled, one-hour drill focuses on the fundamentals and is perfect for younger guests interested in learning the game.

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You’ll walk in the footsteps of Jack Nicklaus and Annika Sorenstam when you play The Broadmoor’s acclaimed East Course, which has hosted many major tournaments. The Mountain and West courses will also test your mettle.

Even if your game isn’t quite up to par, The Broadmoor Golf Club Pros will have you swinging like a champ in no time.

Boating on Cheyenne Lake is a longtime tradition at The Broadmoor, dating back to the days when two sea lions plied the lake to keep the fish population in check. Paddleboats and canoes are available for rent at the Lakeside Boat Dock. The resort also recently brought back another jaunty tradition—handsome wooden canopy boats powered by electric motors.

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GO FOR A SPIN

Explore The Broadmoor’s grounds and nearby trails on two wheels.

Bikes are available for rent through Broadmoor Outfitters in the West Lobby, which also offers guided tours or will happily recommend a route.

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The lively, six-lane bowling alley at Play is a great way to entertain the whole family. Kids will appreciate the automatic bumpers that keep gutterballs to a minimum, as well as DayGlo cosmic bowling on some evenings. Adults will enjoy noshing on globally inspired snacks or sipping a cocktail on the plush leather banquettes that take the place of typical bowling alley seats.

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UP FRONT

The New West The recently updated and upgraded Broadmoor West building brings the resort’s long-standing commitment to excellence into the 21st century and beyond.

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KEVIN SYMS, CHAD CHISHOLM (INSET)

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roadmoor founder Spencer Penrose advised his team to “build for tomorrow.”

Nearly a century later, that forward-looking dictum still guides every capital-improvement project at The Broadmoor—including the recently opened Ranch at Emerald Valley and Cloud Camp, The Broadmoor Fishing Camp (set to open next spring), and the newly redesigned Broadmoor West building. No matter the project, the resort strives to provide next-level services and amenities for its guests.

“We’ve always been committed to excellence, and we understand that what defines excellence changes through the decades,” says John Rovie, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at The Broadmoor. “The newly reimagined West is another example of that. It’s what we had to do to continue our nine-plus decade commitment to excellence.”

In true Broadmoor fashion, the expansive project was executed with well-orchestrated precision and exacting attention to detail.

Led by Director of Facilities Terry McHale, numerous design and construction teams and artisans worked in concert to complete the project in slightly more than six months.

“This couldn’t happen anywhere else,” McHale says, referring to the vision of The Broadmoor’s independent ownership coupled with its long-tenured leadership and on-property resources. “It’s not like we have managers come in from elsewhere to help us open the hotel. We do it all here ourselves.”

Modeled after the traditional aesthetic of Broadmoor Main, but with an updated sense of comfortable opulence, the revitalized Broadmoor West features high-end finishes and furnishings throughout. Its energy-efficient features and modern amenities— such as marble-clad, five-fixture bathrooms in every room—define a new standard of luxury.

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A GRAND ENTRANCE

Guests arriving via the new entrance of Broadmoor West will notice a stately fountain sculpted from Chinese Red Granite. Greek mythological figures and an ornate, hand-painted ceiling adorn the large porte cochere, which echoes the entrance of Main.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

The large lobby and public spaces on the first floor of West feature cherry-wood columns and moldings; rich, red tones; white marble accents; and semi-private nooks for quiet conversation.

The centerpiece is a large, custom-designed skylight made from stained glass.

PREMIER ROOMS Broadmoor West now has a total of 185 guest rooms, each a minimum of 525 square feet and featuring two overstuffed chairs, a king or two queen beds. Most have either a patio or balcony. The five-fixture bathrooms feature a large mirror with special lighting for makeup, an LED nightlight setting, as well as a high-definition television built right in.

NATURAL EPICUREAN

Natural Epicurean, a new restaurant in West’s lobby, proves that quick, casual cuisine doesn’t have to sacrifice nutrition or flavor. The modern décor complements its health-conscious cuisine, with a kitchen that opens to the main dining area and an open-air patio offering expansive mountain views.

NEW SUITES

Ristorante del Lago, West’s new flagship restaurant, brings a renewed vitality to nightlife on the West side of the lake. Inspired by an Italian lakeside villa and serving rustic Italian fare, the décor features ornate, 150-yearold tiles reclaimed from a Tuscan villa. A large wine room and other displays hold the restaurant’s extensive wine collection. An open display kitchen with a glass mosaic pizza oven, rotisserie, and charcuterie stations bring diners right into the action.

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New Broadmoor Terrace suite (top). A glass mosaic ceiling display highlights the West building’s lobby (above).

CHECK IN AND CHECK IT OUT THE BROADMOOR’S new West building continues the resort’s tradition of excellence and a superior guest experience.

Call 844-602-5092 or visit Broadmoor.com to book your stay.

ENERGY EFFICIENT

All-new, extremely efficient mechanical and electrical systems; low-temperature, long-lasting LED lighting; and upgraded WiFi make West the most energyefficient and high-tech of The Broadmoor’s buildings.

KEVIN SYMS (TOP), CHAD CHISHOLM (MIDDLE)

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Each of seven new suites showcase spectacular views.

Plush furniture and a king or two queen beds transport you to the most relaxing of places as light streams in through the large windows. Private patios, balconies, or Juliette balconies provide the perfect spot to delight in sunsets over the Colorado Rockies. State-of-the-art five fixture marble baths complete these beautiful escapes.

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The Broadmoor’s Ristorante del Lago, serving fine wine and rustic Italian fare, debuts lakeside at West.

The Broadmoor’s dining scene features everything from five-star cuisine to casual and contemporary fare.

Steven Raichlen’s three-day BBQ U grilling intensive will stoke your passion for cooking with fire.

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In Due Course Designer Adam D. Tihany creates The Broadmoor’s Ristorante del Lago to be in harmony with its authentic Italian fare. BY M I C H A E L C O S TA

Ristorante del Lago’s welcoming interior reflects its authentic Italian fare—which draws inspiration and ingredients directly from Italy’s renowned food-producing families.

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egendary hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany lived in Italy for many years. He went to school in Milan, has an office in Rome, and used to own and operate four Italian restaurants. “I speak Italian better than I speak English,” he says.

And while Tihany’s background with “the boot” was helpful in developing Ristorante del Lago—the new flagship restaurant located in the recently renovated Broadmoor West—it certainly wasn’t a prerequisite. After all, Tihany has created dozens of world-famous, genre-spanning venues with equally famous chefs: Thomas Keller, Daniel Boulud, Charlie Palmer, Paul Bocuse, and Wolfgang Puck among them; as well as hotel interiors such as The Beverly Hills Hotel, The Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas, and the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, to name a few.

“Each project is unique,” Tihany says. “Each has a different personality, a different site, and a different story to tell.”

Here, Tihany provides an exclusive look into his creative process in bringing Ristorante del Lago— “restaurant by the lake” in Italian—to life.

In all, del Lago has 148 seats—approximately 30 more than Charles Court—and they’re more practically allocated and varied, according to Craig Reed, Director of Food and Beverage at The Broadmoor.

“We have a private wine room that seats 10 people, and we have a high-rise community table that seats 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s centrally located next to the kitchen, so you can watch the pizzas and other dishes being made, as well as cheeses and meats sliced to order,” he says.

Tihany’s first commission at the property was to create the décor of Summit in 2006, where he collaborated with the Food and Beverage team to bring a new fine-dining concept to the resort.

“We had a great experience working with Adam on Summit,” Reed says, “so we knew he would understand our goals for del Lago.”

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BY DESIGN I WANTED TO ENSURE ALL THE ELEMENTS THAT MAKE A RESTAURANT WORK WERE IN HARMONY: GREAT FOOD, GREAT SERVICE, AND GREAT DESIGN. WE WANT GUESTS TO ENJOY DEL LAGO AGAIN AND AGAIN.” — DESIGNER ADAM D. TIHANY

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PRIMO Tihany first considered the restaurant’s unique location—overlooking Cheyenne Lake and occupying the same space as Charles Court, which operated for 37 years before closing in 2013—and drew inspiration from the picturesque setting.

“We were reminded of the great lakes of Italy, and the style started to take shape as a rustic Italian restaurant—the kind you would find in Lake Como or Lake Lugano,” Tihany says.

Tihany enclosed the existing outdoor patio with half walls and sliding glass doors that enable spectacular, open views.

Tihany also moved del Lago’s main entrance lakeside in order to create an independent identity for the restaurant. A lobby entrance leads to a separate bar area that connects to the restaurant.

While the décor is new, it looks comfortably inviting. Tihany says a rustic aesthetic—a patina, he calls it—was crucial in complementing the menu’s uncomplicated, fresh, artisanal offerings.

“Del Lago has an open kitchen, a wood-burning pizza oven, hanging prosciutto, and other casual touches, so we didn’t want to create an overly fussy environment,” he says.

YOU DON’T HAVE TO be a foodie to recognize some of these iconic restaurants: Spago, Per Se, Bouchon, Daniel, Le Cirque, Dinner, Amber, and Sirio, to name just a few.

Each has a different chef but only a singular designer: Adam D. Tihany.

In Tihany’s new book, Tihany: Iconic Hotel and Restaurant Interiors, the designer highlights some of his most impressive work while providing insight into his ideas and creative approach.

Lavishly illustrated with full-color photos, the book shows how hospitality design has evolved since Tihany opened his studio in 1978, and how design affects how people connect with and are influenced by a public space.

“Some are restaurants, others are hotels, and some are renovations of historic properties,” explains Tihany.

“Taken together these projects demonstrate a broad arc of styles, and with it, a visual history of my firm.” —M.C.

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MANGIA! RISTORANTE DEL Lago, The Broadmoor’s newest restaurant, features regional Italian cuisine and a superb wine list in a comfortable lakeside setting. Open for breakfast and dinner.

Dinner reservations are recommended, although not required.

Call Ext. 5733 or 855-744-8894 for reservations.

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DIGESTIVO Even though del Lago is a special project for Tihany because of his connection to Italy, it was still built on the same, solid fundamentals that he’s applied to every restaurant throughout his career.

“I wanted to ensure all the elements that make a restaurant work were in harmony: great food, great service, and great design,” Tihany says. “My main focus was to give del Lago a sense of place and authenticity, because we want guests to enjoy it again and again.”

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Italy has 20 regions, each with a distinct culinary personality. Del Lago’s cuisine incorporates the best dishes from multiple regions rather than focusing on just one.

To achieve this perspective, The Broadmoor sent Executive Sous Chef David Patterson and del Lago’s Chef de Cuisine, Justin Miller, to Italy for several weeks to meet with artisan producers.

The chefs returned brimming with ideas, and sources for authentic and limited-production items for del Lago’s menu.

“We visited a fifth-generation prosciutto di Parma producer that makes exquisite hams,” Patterson says. “They make about 80,000 hams a year, which sounds like a lot, but only 2,000 of those are imported into the United States annually, and we have some on our menu.

“In Modena we spent time with a fifth-generation family that produces amazing balsamic vinegar, and the patriarch of that family helped establish the DOCG laws for balsamic,” he continues. “It’s amazing to meet people with such tradition and history, and to be able to use their products in our restaurant.”

Tihany and The Broadmoor’s culinary team also made sure del Lago’s menu was supported by an equally authentic kitchen to execute its trattoriainfluenced dishes: a Napoli-style, wood-burning pizza oven; a Parma Crown Anniversary Slicer; fresh pasta made daily; a temperature-controlled salumi and cheese room, and more.

“Italian cuisine is very up front and honest,” Patterson says. “Del Lago doesn’t have a wall blocking what the chefs are doing in the kitchen.

The food preparation is an integral part of the guest experience.”

Seasonal Colorado produce also factors into the menu, which changes frequently based on the availability of fresh, high-quality products.

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PENROSE ROOM remains Colorado’s only five-star, five-diamond restaurant and is known worldwide not only for its cuisine but also its breathtaking scenery and exceptional service.

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Impressively Set Several new restaurants round-out The Broadmoor’s dining scene—which offers everything from five-star cuisine to tastefully healthful and contemporary fare.

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PENROSE ROOM Colorado’s only five-star, five-diamond restaurant and a Broad- moor institution, the premier dining experience on the property delights guests with inspired dishes such as pan-seared Colorado lamb chops and roasted veal loin with braised sweetbreads. Located on the top floor of the south tower with views of the Cheyenne Range to the west, Penrose Room serves up evening and nighttime views as unforgettable as its cuisine and as opulent as its ambience. Featuring live music, and open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

Enjoy cocktails in the adjacent lounge before or after dinner.

Reservations required.

From fresh, healthful fare with a view at Natural Epicurean (above and left) to formal fine dining and quick bites, The Broadmoor’s diverse dining options satisfy all tastes.

RISTORANTE AND BAR DEL LAGO Del Lago features authentic recipes gathered from every great culinary region of Italy.

Menu highlights include woodfired pizzas and Old World– style dishes served in Italianstyle courses. The chefs source produce from the Estate Grown Broadmoor Farms, as well as Bio Herbs, Arkansas Valley Organic Growers, and other regional farms. Reservations recommended.

SUMMIT A modern American brasserie, designed by Adam D. Tihany and named one of America’s 10 Best Hotel Restaurants by Frommer’s. Open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

Reservations recommended.

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LA TAVERNE A Broadmoor institution serving steaks and seafood since 1939, La Taverne features Le Jardin, a conservatory space with a 16-foot chandelier, lush florals, and an expanded wine and bourbon menu. Weekends, diners can take a twirl on the dance floor to a live band.

Reservations recommended.

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The hotel’s first healthconscious restaurant proves that you can balance the indulgences you’ve come to expect at The Broadmoor with the smart choices you try to make at home. Enjoy views of the Rocky Mountains from the patio or from the communal table and bar. The restaurant carries the outside feel inside with classic butcher-block tables, paving stones set in growing woolly thyme plants, sustainably harvested hardwood floors, and recycled-glass details. Chefs source ingredients from the living herb wall and patio garden, and then prepare them in the open kitchen. Notable dishes include fresh, cold-pressed juices and tiger prawn massaman curry or smoked tofu banh mi. Casual dress. Open for all-day dining.

Designed inside and out to resemble an authentic 19thcentury English pub, The Bee is one of The Broadmoor’s most vibrant dining destinations.

Fantastic pub fare (including its famous fish & chips), yards of ale, and plenty of English charm are just a few of the reasons guests enjoy the lively atmosphere. Live piano music from 7:30 to 9:00 each night adds even more color and fun to the experience. Stop in around 9:30 p.m. for a live ragtime piano sing-along of modern classics. Reservations suggested.

CULINARY DELIGHTS MAKE PLANS FOR The Broadmoor’s newest culinary extravaganza— Taste & Savor—taking place March 5–8, 2015.

From celebrity chefs, mixologists and sommeliers to exclusive wine dinners with representatives from the wineries and hands-on demonstrations and classes, this four-day event is like culinary nirvana for foodies. Call 844602-5092 for reservations.

LAKE TERRACE Serving breakfast daily and a stunning 150-plus item Sunday brunch with views of Cheyenne Lake and the Rocky Mountains. Breakfast L e a r n mor e at B roa dmoor . com

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specialties include pan-seared fillet of Rocky Mountain trout “Oscar,” poached eggs caprese, crab cake Benedict, and the Southwestern omelet.

Open daily 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Sundays from 9:00 a.m.

Reservations recommended for Sunday Brunch.

THE GOLF CLUB DINING ROOM Take in the golf course view through a wall of windows that opens onto an expanded covered patio. The fare is casual for lunch and dinner May through October with crispy salt-andpepper calamari alongside soups, salads, and sandwiches.

An outdoor fire pit is perfect for roasting marshmallows on cool summer evenings. Family friendly. Members and hotel guests only. Reservations recommended.

THE GOLF CLUB GRILLE A casual sports bar serving a sit-down or take-out lunch and dinner menu for golf and tennis players and spa guests.

Favorites include the clubhouse cobb and shrimp po’boy hoagie,

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as well as the golf club grill hamburger. Dinner is available seasonally. Members and hotel guests only.

MOUNTAIN CLUBHOUSE Located on the Mountain Golf Course, serving light lunch and evening appetizers seasonally.

Reservations not required.

The Adam Tihanydesigned Ristorante del Lago (top) serves authentic Italian cuisine. Ristorante del Lago’s housemade mozzarella with heirloom tomatoes pairs well with a cocktail (above).

PLAY Showcasing a “luxury retro” atmosphere, international cuisine, and family entertainment such as bowling, table shuffleboard, and wide-screen televisions equipped with a variety of gaming systems, Play features global flavors to satisfy all tastes. Specialties include: Donburi bowl; The Futomaki vegetarian sushi; the Play Burger; and Da’Hawaiian flatbread with pineapple, ham, pickled jalapenos, and ricotta. Dessert highlights: milkshakes, sundaes, oatmeal cream pies, and other sweet treats. In addition, the bar has playful adult beverages along with local Colorado beers, wine, and spirits. Open noon to 1 a.m. daily. Reservations recommended.

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EAT LOCAL YOUR CONCIERGE is happy to make recommendations and reservations for any of the on-property restaurants.

Or plan ahead and make your reservations online.

Visit broadmoor.com/ dining-reservations, or call 855-744-8894 or Ext. 5733 on property for dining reservations.

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souvenir you can take home from The Broadmoor may also be the most popular. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the embroidered appliqué bees’ debut at Golden Bee restaurant.

Each staff member perfects his or her own method of applying the bees to guests’ clothing—some by gently patting them onto your back; others by deftly tossing them onto your lapel. It’s just one tradition in which every Broadmoor guest can participate.

Over the years there have been a variety of holiday and special eventtheme bees: Halloween bee, Christmas bee, anniversary bee, a glow-inthe-dark bee, and a whole lot more. Inter-All Corporation of Massachusetts manufactures the bees, and they make approximately 350,000 annually, including specialty bees for large groups and conferences. A standard bee requires 1,300 stitches.

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BBQ U BARBECUE UNIVERSITY at The Broadmoor is a hands-on, three-day grilling and barbecuing course taught by author Steven Raichlen. Participants learn useful culinary skills in the morning, and enjoy one of the premier resorts and mountain settings in the afternoons and evenings. Packages include the course, accommodations for three nights, and related events.

The Broadmoor will host BBQ U June 3–10, 2015.

Advance registration is recommended.

Call 844-602-5092.

FEED THE FLAMES Author and grilling guru Steven Raichlen’s three-day grilling intensive, BBQ U, will stoke your passion for cooking with fire. BY T O M W I L M E S

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class is divided into teams to execute the recipes.

Students also plate and present their dishes and, of course, enjoy the results of their labor at the end of the day. “If something tastes good baked, fried, or sautéed, it’s going to taste better grilled,” Raichlen says.

Jazz guitarist and barbecue devotee Earl Klugh is a past participant, and he speaks highly of the experience. “Steven has a way of putting ingredients and techniques together so that everyone can approach the grill with confidence,” Klugh says. “All of us had different skill levels, but that didn’t stop us from having a great time prepping and grilling together.”

Raichlen says that building camaraderie and having fun while furthering your culinary horizons are primary goals of BBQ U. “Barbecue is loved all over the world,” he says.

“Nobody gathers around a stove to watch a pot of soup boil, but everyone gathers around the grill to partake of the smoke and the fire.”

MAN UP AND COOK Steven Raichlen is the author of 30 books—10 on barbecuing and grilling. His latest, Man Made Meals: The Essential Cookbook For Guys, goes beyond the grill to cover everything a man should know how to do in the kitchen— from shucking oysters to cooking chili and flambéing a dessert. Visit barbecuebible.com for ordering information, and follow Raichlen on social media at facebook .com/stevenraichlen and @sraichlen.

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on’t confuse Barbecue University, the three-day course taught by acclaimed author Steven Raichlen at The Broadmoor, with an introductory level course.

This isn’t BBQ 101—it’s BBQ U. Sure, you’ll cover fundamentals such as controlling temperature; making and cooking with all the major rubs, sauces, and marinades; as well as preparing barbecue staples like brisket, pork shoulder, and ribs. You’ll also learn all five methods of live-fire cooking, as well as techniques such as smoking, pit roasting, and cooking in embers.

Participants will also have an opportunity to test-drive more than 30 high-end grills set out on the terrace at Cheyenne Lodge over the course of the weekend, and prepare an entire meal—appetizer, salad, main course, side dishes, and dessert—on the grill.

A typical session starts with an hour-long introduction to the day’s lessons, and then the

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GOLF'S GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Bringing together junior players from around the globe for an international tournament.

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Mark Kelbel, The Broadmoor’s head pro, launches an ambitious plan to unite junior golfers from around the world in an international tournament. BY T O D D H A R T L E Y

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few years ago, after visiting several world-class resorts in the burgeoning golf hotbed of China, PGA Head Professional Mark Kelbel hatched a plan. Kelbel saw how popular the game had become in the People's Republic, and he thought it would be great to stage an annual exhibition or tournament between a group of junior golfers from The Broadmoor and one made up of juniors from clubs in China.

Kelbel’s initial idea—a friendly exchange between two nations—has morphed into an even grander scheme. Kelbel aims to make his big idea even bigger by expanding it to include teams of junior golfers from around the world.

“The big vision,” Kelbel says, “is a worldwide junior golf exchange.”

Kelbel has begun reaching out to clubs in other countries to gauge their interest, and the response has been overwhelming.

“We have had such interest from all over the world, it’s amazing,” Kelbel says. “That includes Russia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia. We’ve also had lots of interest from South Africa, Sweden, France, and Australia.”

Clearly, there’s ample enthusiasm in the golfing world for Kelbel’s idea and, with the backing and resources of The Broadmoor, all systems are go. Now the question becomes: How in the world is he going to pull it off?

GOLF GROWING IN CHINA Last year, The Broadmoor hosted a group comprising representatives from Golf Channel China, Golf Magazine China, and some of China’s largest golf-related websites. Patrick Wang, the secretary-general

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of China Golf Media, organized the trip with Kelbel.

“The Broadmoor made a big wave in China’s golf business,” Wang says, “and a lot of junior golfers and their parents showed strong interest toward going to The Broadmoor.”

Cyrus Janssen, the head instructor at Shanghai’s Sheshan International Golf Club, has been working closely with Kelbel on the exchange program and also notes plenty of interest in the idea among Chinese golfing families.

“Chinese parents are always looking for ways to give their children more international exposure,” Janssen says.

“Chinese parents would definitely send their kids to The Broadmoor if there is a large enough junior tournament for the kids to compete in.”

This year, Kelbel will return to China with a group of managers and directors from The Broadmoor. One of their main goals will be to work toward a formal agreement that will make a junior golf exchange a reality.

“We’re working with Pine Valley Golf Resort in Beijing,” Kelbel says, “as well as with Sheshan International and with Mission Hills Golf Club in Hong Kong—the largest golf resort in the world—to start this thing.”

INTERNATIONAL INROADS The real aim, though, is to ensure that this becomes a truly global, annual event by securing agreements with other clubs in the coming years.

“Right now, we’ve had some representatives from Sheshan International come visit, but we have yet to have anyone from

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Pine Valley," Kelbel says. "We’re working to formalize the dates for a 2014 junior golf exchange with those clubs and with more in the years to come.”

If all goes as planned, the first event could take place this year. Kelbel would love to see The Broadmoor stage what he's calling “a world junior cup” in the next four to five years. Kelbel believes The Broadmoor and any willing host families could easily host families from at least 25 different countries around the world.

After that, the locations for similar events would rotate among other participating countries and clubs.

The exchanges would all center around a tournament of some kind— Kelbel pictures a three-day Ryder Cup–style format—but golf wouldn't be the only thing on the agenda.

“We envision this as more of a cultural and educational exchange than a hardand-fast competition,” Kelbel says. “There will definitely be a competition involved, but the main goal of these events would be getting to know each other and using golf as the vehicle to build relationships.”

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Golf Magazine recently named The Broadmoor as its No. 1 rated golf resort in North America. One of the world’s top golf destinations, The Broadmoor has hosted 15 major tournaments and seven USGA Championships.

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T WO VIEWS Golf in China is growing like the Chinese economy: strong and steady.

Golf is still an expensive sport in China, but the Chinese middle class is growing steadily, and more and more people are picking up the game.” – Cyrus Janssen, head instructor at Shanghai’s Sheshan International Golf Club

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AN INTERNATIONAL TAKE

Austrian travel writer Stephan Guertler offers a worldly perspective on playing and staying at America’s premier mountain destination.

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lthough I reside in Vienna, Austria, I’m fortunate to be able to review the world’s best golf courses, hotels, and resorts thanks to my job as a golf and travel writer. There are only a select few that I would visit every year, if I could, and The Broadmoor ranks tops among them.

Not surprisingly, The Broadmoor Golf Club is one of the primary reasons I love visiting this world-class resort.

The Broadmoor’s golf program and its three courses constantly rank among America’s best. When playing the East Course, in particular, you’re literally walking in the footsteps of legends—Jack Nicklaus won the U.S. Amateur here in 1959, and Annika Sorenstam won the U.S. Women's Open here in 1995. There aren't many resorts that have hosted as many USGA championships.

The West Course sits at a higher elevation than the East, and plays tighter off the tee with more tree-lined holes and doglegs. The Mountain Course was redesigned in 2006, and the Nicklaus Design–layout is a mindboggling 7,700 yards from the tips with wide fairways and big greens.

What impresses me is that all three courses are in immaculate, tournament-ready shape all of the time. An outstanding golf staff also adds to the experience. European visitors, in particular, are universally blown away by the service. Often I feel like staff members take care of my needs before I can even ask. Interacting with the friendly and helpful employees makes a stay at The Broadmoor even more memorable.

Golf is the fastestdeveloping sport in China, and with more and more U.S. and European golf forces getting into the Chinese market, the pace of golf development in China will accelerate. It’s believed that in 10 years, golf could become one of the top three sports in China.” – Patrick Wang, secretary-general of China Golf Media GUILIN HILLS, CHINA

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THREE WAYS TO PLAY THE WEST COURSE

Golf great Hale Irwin, winner of the 1967 Broadmoor Invitation, blasts his way out of trouble.

BACK IN THE SWING The Broadmoor Men’s Invitation tournament returns as a premier national amateur event. BY J O N R I Z Z I

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or 75 years, The Broadmoor Men’s Invitation tournament attracted many of the country's top amateur golfers. Names inscribed on the trophy include: Hale Irwin, Lawson Little, Charlie Coe, and Robert Dickson. Other past competitors include Mark O’Meara, Fred Couples, John Cook, Corey Pavin, and Lanny Wadkins.

The yearly match-play competition last took place in 1995, the same year The Broadmoor staged the U.S. Women’s Open—the first of three major USGA championships the resort would host over the next 16 years. With an emphasis shifting to national events, many believed the Invitation had passed into the Colorado Springs resort’s glorious golf history.

Recognizing the “honored tradition” of the Invitation, Russ Miller, The Broadmoor’s Director of Golf, came up with a way to resurrect it, and this July The Broadmoor resumes staging the annual event. The twoman, four-ball format remains, with an optional

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practice round, an 18-hole qualifying round to determine flights, and three days of match-play on both the East and West courses.

Miller scheduled the Invitation to overlap with the 111th Trans-Mississippi Championship, a 72-hole stroke-play competition that figures into the World Amateur Golf Ranking and draws the majority of the top male college players and younger amateurs. Players can be as high as a 12 handicap, but everyone plays scratch.

“We believe we will attract more mid-ams and seniors,” Miller says. “That doesn’t mean the competition won’t be as keen. Players remember the old Invitation and loved it. We've quickly filled the field with excellent golfers.”

Entry fees for the 128 participants include all golf on the East and West courses, five nights’ accommodations, a welcome reception, closing awards dinner, and banquet.

"It’s the resurrection of a classic,” Miller says.

“We hope to grow it every year.”

Call 888-974-8197 for more information.

One of the original two Broadmoor tracks, the West Course is a combination of Donald Ross and Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s design brilliance. With a slope rating of only 130 from the tips, the course can appear to be a relative pushover. It isn’t. Devious bunker placement, sharp doglegs, and tiered greens all demand a correct club choice. The stretch between holes 9 and 11 is a highlight, with two special par 3s and a brutish par 5.

THE MOUNTAIN COURSE Built as the South course in 1976, the Mountain Course received a full makeover by the Nicklaus Design team in 2006. This technical course features gaping carries from blind tee shots and sidehill fairways with serious pitch.

THE EAST COURSE From the first hole, an uphill par 4, to the short par 5 on the ninth that sweeps right to left but tilts left to right, to the 18th, where so many USGA championships have been decided, the East defines perfection. But with wider fairways and reasonable length from the white tees at this altitude, you can post a decent score here.

For golf inquiries and reservations, call Ext. 5790 or 844-602-5092.

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The Broadmoor’s acclaimed tennis program includes instruction, encouragement, and community-building both on and off the court. BY I R E N E M I D D L E M A N T H O M A S

The Broadmoor’s tennis program includes instruction and tournaments, as well as gamechanging events like Rally for the Cure (inset).

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onsistently ranked as one of the finest tennis resorts in the United States by Tennis magazine, The Broadmoor’s tennis program offers something for every level of player. The program has four senior staffers, with a cumulative 58 years of experience, and a host of professionals dedicated to helping you take your game to the next level.

Tennis camps are a signature program at The Broadmoor, and Tennis magazine also lists the resort as having one of the country’s Top 25 Tennis Camps. The instruction program includes award-winning adult and junior tennis camps, drills, private instruction, and complimentary daily round-robin-style tournaments. An illuminated, heated bubble covers two of the hard courts during the winter months, allowing for year-round play and instruction.

RALLY FOR THE CURE Tennis isn’t just a pastime—it’s a game for life.

The Broadmoor’s tennis program puts this idea into action by supporting many philanthropic efforts. One of its most significant programs is the annual Rally for the Cure Tennis Weekend,

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Held annually in early June, the rally consists of various doubles tournaments (including a mixed doubles tournament of 36 men and 36 women), a buffet luncheon, a fashion show, and other events. All proceeds, after expenses, go to breast cancer–awareness organization Susan G. Komen. Last year, the event raised more than $25,000 for Komen.

“This event brings together women for a fun, healthy, spirit-filled weekend,” says Karen Brandner, Director of Tennis. “While still competitive, everyone is very focused on the goal of preventing and curing breast cancer­first and foremost.”

SIP, SERVE, AND SMASH The Broadmoor will host its sixth-annual Wine Tasting, Cooking & Tennis camp September 5–7, 2014, highlighting The Broadmoor’s five-star dining experiences with the tennis program. In addition to nine hours of quality tennis instruction, the weekend will be spent enjoying excellent food and wine, including an exclusive wine tasting at The Broadmoor’s new Fish Lodge, and a “hands-on” grilling experience on the Championship Patio.

GET IN THE GAME THE BROADMOOR’S TENNIS PROGRAM Two Har-Tru clay courts Four hard courts Adult and junior tennis camps, drills, and private instruction Video analysis program Two heated and covered hard courts The Tennis Pro Shop carries a full line of apparel and equipment; also rentals and sameday racket stringing.

Contact The Broadmoor Tennis Pro Shop at 844-602-5078.

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Organic Spa Magazine recently recognized The Spa at The Broadmoor as a worldwide Top 10 Green Spa.

The Spa at The Broadmoor’s ultra-calming vibe, superior service, and ethically sourced products combine to offer an incomparable experience in whole-body wellness. BY T O M W I L M E S

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uests are greeted by a sense of serenity immediately upon arrival at The Spa at The Broadmoor’s third-floor enclave.

The elevator doors open with a whisper, pulling in a subtle botanical scent. Step into the large, naturally lit reception area and you’ll barely notice the soothing sounds of trickling water and ambient music that are a running feature throughout the spa’s lounge areas, treatment rooms, and common spaces.

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and then shows you to a private changing area. Shedding your everyday clothes and slipping into a warm robe only heightens the anticipation of what’s to follow. And that’s all before your first treatment begins.

“Our entire spa—from the way you’re greeted to our relaxation space and treatment rooms— is a holistic experience centered around full and total-body wellness,” says Cassie Hernandez, Director of Spa/Salon and Fitness at The Broadmoor. “Rejuvenation of your body, mind, and spirit is the overarching aim of everything that we do.”

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BLISS OUT THE FORBES FIVEStar-rated Spa at The Broadmoor and The Broadmoor Salon feature an array of individualized treatments, products, and services. Spa guests are invited to use all of the spa’s amenities for a 24hour period. Treatment slots do book up, however.

We recommend that you book services in advance to ensure availability.

Visit broadmoor.com/luxuryspa-resorts for more information and call 855-9377472 to make reservations.

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SWEET TRANQUILITY

A HOLISTIC APPROACH

PAMPERED PACK AGES THE SACRED CEREMONY is a threehour experience that takes inspiration from the South Pacific. A Hydrating Milk Soak, Sugar Cream Body Scrub, and Organic Nourishing Wrap all use citrus-based products and exotic botanicals.

This all-encompassing approach is evident in everything from the individualized treatments—which use a seasonal suite of highquality natural products tailored to your needs and preferences—to the quiet attentiveness of the staff and softly stated, comfortable décor.

The Spa at The Broadmoor constantly creates fresh ways to enhance the guest experience—such as the introduction of the new seasonal Farm to Spa menu of organic products—making it easy to see why it has earned a Forbes Five Star rating five years running. The Spa at The Broadmoor was also recently named one of Organic Spa Magazine’s Top 10 Green Spas worldwide for its “inspired and passionate commitment to environmentally friendly practices.”

After all, you have to offer something truly special to distinguish yourself from the more than 80,000 spas in North America alone. And no one maintains a

THE BROADMOOR COMBINATION is a signature experience that blends hydration therapy with hydrotherapy. It begins with a full-body, whipped-honey salt scrub. Rinse off in our 18-head Serenity Shower, and then fully immerse yourself in an almond blossom moisture bath for a long, soothing soak.

THE SALON AT THE BROADMOOR Filled with soothing music, natural light, and soft fabrics, The Salon at The Broadmoor also features a calming environment with emphasis on high-quality products and superior service.

“We wanted to pull in as much ambience from the spa to the salon as we possibly could,” Hernandez says. “The spa and the salon are separate but complementary experiences that, taken together, complete the concept of total wellness.”

The recently renovated, full-service salon offers makeup application, manicures, pedicures, all hair services, and tanning.

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YOUR B.F.F. PACKAGE is a suite of treatments designed to pamper your body, face, and feet. It begins with a 50-minute Signature Massage, followed by a Basic Facial and Pedicure.

five-star status through complacency.

Awards and accolades are the farthest thing from your mind, however, as you recline on an upholstered lounger in the co-ed Mountain View room and watch light and shadow play across the landscape. In this moment, you’re content to just be.

New menu pairs superior products with seasonal treatments to meet your body’s needs.

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“Your skin is your body’s largest organ,” says Cassie Hernandez, Director of Spa/Salon and Fitness at The Broadmoor. “It absorbs many of the external chemicals and ingredients that it comes in contact with.”

The Spa at The Broadmoor’s new seasonal Farm to Spa menu is designed to satisfy your body’s needs with organic, seasonally grown botanicals and products that gently nurture your body from the outside in.

The products are curated from a variety of small American companies that

use organic, seasonally grown ingredients with no artificial dyes or fragrances.

A ginger-lime sugar scrub from New Yorkbased emerginC, for example, is made with organic sugar that warms and melts as it’s massaged into your skin. It’s used for full-body exfoliation in warmer months to keep your skin bright and glowing.

In colder, drier months, super-hydrating products like organic pumpkin and papaya enzymes are paired with gentler, chemicalbased exfoliants to provide long-lasting hydration at the molecular level. It’s all about pairing the best available seasonal products with what your body needs, when it needs it.

THE WINE DOWN THERAPY PACKAGE harnesses the antioxidant power of chardonnay grape-seed extract. It begins with a Chardonnay Sugar Scrub, followed by a Swedish massage with Olavie Wine Therapy Oil, a Spa Manicure, and a Signature Pedicure.

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TAPPING THE WELL WITHIN

Who says indulgence is a sin?

Not the folks at The Broadmoor, where a recent shift toward greater health and wellness programming is strengthening the resort’s offerings and reminding guests that opulence and a healthy lifestyle can happily coexist.

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lthough Spencer Penrose and Philip Anschutz never knew each other, it’s no stretch to call the entrepreneurs kindred spirits.

Penrose, The Broadmoor’s founder and purveyor of the finer things, championed opulence.

Anschutz, the resort’s current owner, is carrying on that tradition while simultaneously advocating health and wellness. No doubt the men would agree that indulgence need not be sinful. In fact, when done right, it can actually be virtuous.

BY WOMEN, FOR WOMEN, ABOUT WOMEN Take as an example the Women’s Wellness Weekend, a three-day retreat by women, for women, and about women. The goal: to help women become their own change agents. For the third year in a row, mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends gathered for a weekend of education and pampering.

Created in partnership with the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center in Aurora, Colorado, the weekend embodies the paradigm shift that now guides The Broadmoor’s services and programming. “Our relationship with the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center is growing, and we’re finding ways to incorporate healthy options into a Broadmoor vacation,” says Spa and Fitness Director Cassie Hernandez. “We don’t aspire to be the next Biggest Loser Ranch,

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but we’re looking to the whole property to incorporate wellness. The Women’s Weekend is just one piece of the puzzle with The Ranch at Emerald Valley, Cloud Camp, and new restaurant Natural Epicurean offering guests the option to make smart choices without compromising their desire to ‘live it up.’” Hernandez insists that health-conscious guests can now live within the resort’s indulgences without losing sight of their overall goals.

At the 2013 WWW, attendees were asked to complete a survey rating the weekend and offering suggestions for the 2014 event. “We received 120 surveys, and we read every single one,” Hernandez says. “There was a resonating theme: less talking, more moving.” The previous years’ agendas had included several presentations and

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GIRLS’ WEEKEND AS OF PRESS TIME, dates and details had not been finalized for the 2015 weekend.

For information on Women’s Weekend of Wellness 2015, call Reservations at 844-602-5092.

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expert panels that, though informative and inspiring, had attendees sitting for long stretches of time. “It felt more like a conference than a retreat, so this year we cut down the lectures,” says Bev Stewart, the resort’s fitness supervisor who has spearheaded all three of the weekends.

WELLNESS FOR LIFE The 2014 event featured activities and presentations focused on a woman’s life cycle. From “Financial Fitness at Any Age” to “Hormone Health,” subject-matter experts shared their insights with women ranging in age from 20 to 80. Interspersed with the lectures were activities specifically designed to get the women moving.

Stewart points to new classes such as fly-fishing as an example of The Broadmoor’s focus on providing more active experiences resort-wide, many of which are complimentary for guests.

“It’s just another example of offering more to the guests,” says Stewart, whose team is also adding different types of classes to the fitness center’s menu, including “Release, Lengthen, Strengthen,” or RLS, that uses foam rollers and massage techniques. “We’re finding people are interested in learning different ways to stay fit.

The more we can learn about the latest trends in fitness, the more we can share with our members and guests who seem to be very open to new ideas and activities. Some are challenging and some are more relaxing because that’s part of wellness. It’s not all about working out and staying physically fit but also feeling good about yourself and connection with others.”

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WELLNESS FOR FUN Wellness Weekend attendees had their choice of morning activities such as a guided hike, yoga/Pilates, Zumba, RLS, and aqua fit. A one-hour outdoor “Play Like a Kid” class was set up, with different activity stations placed around the lake.

“We want to remind women that when we were kids, we were naturally active,” says Stewart. “Play is active. We wouldn’t think of doing these things now. Why?” Stewart and Hernandez say this is what the new Broadmoor is all about: getting in touch with our inner child, who craves play and achieves wellness through a balance of movement, healthy eating, and spiritual connection.

A cooking demo on the second night featured light and nutritious ingredients prepared by Ristorante Del Lago’s Sous Chef, Brian Wallace.

Between the lectures and activity sessions, attendees had time for personal relaxation, meals at the resort’s restaurants, and treatments at the spa, where they received a 15 percent discount throughout the weekend.

Dr. Janet Lapp, an author and clinical psychologist, delivered the weekend’s closing seminar. When asked what she hoped the women would take away from her seminar and the weekend at The Broadmoor, she responded: “Above all, a lighter load, not just from laughter but from reassurance that their lives are on track—that they are doing well just by attending the weekend, by seeking answers, by the betterment of themselves and their families. Second, that they leave hopeful and encouraged that they can achieve their dreams and goals. Third, that they leave with a roadmap, or a selection of simple tools that they can begin to use right away to manage their health and their world.

If practiced faithfully, these can lead them to a joyous and fulfilled state of being. In other words, wellness.”

WHEN IT COMES TO advising women on realistic and healthy ways to change their lifestyles and their bodies for the better, Dr. Holly Wyatt is one of the most trusted and respected voices. A physician, researcher, and partner at the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center and the medical director of ABC’s hit show Extreme Weight Loss, she has extensive clinical experience in weight reduction using behavioral treatment, dietary therapy, physical activity interventions, weight loss medications, and surgery. Wyatt has also been a key player, planner, and presenter at the last several Women’s Wellness Weekends at The Broadmoor. In 2014, she presented the research that she conducted at the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center and published in the book State of Slim.

In it, she examines why Coloradans tend to be healthier than citizens of other states and offers a plan for achieving a permanent “state of slim.”

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thrilling whitewater rafting expedition, a pleasant horseback ride through pine forests, or an exhilarating bike ride down 14,115-foot Pikes Peak. Maybe you’d rather explore on your own. Pike National Forest and Colorado Springs’ many parks and open spaces offer limitless opportunities for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing for every fitness level. Some of the finest fishing in Colorado can be found a short drive away. And best of all, these adventures are all close enough that you can be back here for a well-earned dinner and a good night’s rest. Here is your year-round guide to the outside playground we call Colorado. 7

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DRAWN BY THE MILD weather and incredible scenery, outdoorsy types with a penchant for adventure have long been attracted to The Broadmoor and Colorado Springs.

TAKE A HIKE Seven Bridges Trail Mueller State Park Twin Eagles and Spruce Grove

RAFT THE RIVER (4) Bighorn Sheep Canyon (5) Browns Canyon (6) Royal Gorge CATCH A FISH (7) Deckers (8) Trout Creek (9) Angler's Covey (10) Pueblo Reservoir (11) North Slope Recreation Area (12) Chico Basin HIT THE SLOPES (13) Breckenridge Ski Resort (14) Monarch Mountain EXPLORE THE BACKCOUNTRY (15) Hoosier Pass (16) Mountain Chalet RIDE A BIKE (17) Pikes Peak Greenway (18) Air Force Academy (19) Midland Trail (20) Ute Valley Park (21) Palmer Park (22) Cheyenne Mountain State Park CLIMB A FOURTEENER (23) Barr Trail (24) The Crags (25) Mount Sherman (26) Quandary Peak (27) Cog Railway CLIMB A ROCK (28) Garden of the Gods (29) Red Rock Canyon

TAKE A HIKE The most popular hiking destination for guests is North Cheyenne Cañon. This amazing city park features waterfalls, incredible scenery, and long views of Colorado Springs, all just a few minutes from the hotel. Ask a concierge about a free shuttle.

First-timers will find the Seven Bridges Trail (1) a great experience. From the upper parking lot, walk along Gold Camp Road (closed to vehicles) a short distance and turn right on the marked trail. Continue as far as you like as the trail enters Pike National Forest. For a longer hike, continue on Gold Camp Road, past the closed tunnel, to the St. Mary’s Falls trail. It’s a 1.75-mile trail to a remote, stunning waterfall. The park is accessible year-round, though trails can be icy in winter. If you visit in September and October, you can witness the gorgeous changing of the aspen leaves. Head west on Highway 24 to Divide then south on Colorado Highway 67 to Mueller State Park (2) to experience the colors. Looking to get more remote? Lost Creek Wilderness, the closest designated wilderness to town, is a 75-minute drive away. You’ll find

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solitude as you marvel at the bizarre rock formations and craggy peaks of this amazing locale.

Head west on U.S. Highway 24 to Lake George, and then north on County Road for almost 20 miles.

The Twin Eagles and Spruce Grove (3) trailheads are good launching points for day hikes.

CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: The Manitou Incline, once a tourist train route, ascends a breathbusting 2,000 feet in a little over a mile. Thousands hike it to test their limits. And test you it will.

But when you reach the top, you’ll look down in amazement at what you just accomplished. And you just may want to do it again.

RAFT THE RIVER The Arkansas River begins high in the mountains around Leadville and plunges thousands of feet through some of the most popular whitewater in the country, all within an easy day’s drive from Colorado Springs. Families and first-timers will enjoy a float down Bighorn Sheep Canyon (4) west of Cañon City, with just enough rapids to get your pulse going, or Browns Canyon (5), a pretty stretch of river south of Buena Vista. For the thrill-seeker, the Royal Gorge (6) beckons.

Ask a concierge about booking your adventure.

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BE SAFE WHILE PLAYING IN THE MOUNTAINS

CATCH A FISH You won’t pull a trophy trout out of the creeks in town, but just over an hour to the west is some of the finest trout fishing in Colorado. Head west to Woodland Park and north on Colorado Highway 67 to the hamlet of Deckers (7). The South Platte River and Trout Creek (8) in this area won’t leave you making up a fish tale about your day. The Arkansas River in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, along U.S. Highway 50, is another ideal stretch of river.

Fishing shop Angler’s Covey (9) is a great place to gear up and get advice from local experts. In winter, the Arkansas River below Pueblo Reservoir (10) is one of the best places in Colorado for fly-fishing, thanks to warm (comparatively) water that is released from the dam. Speaking of winter, you’ll find great ice-fishing at Eleven Mile Reservoir, south of Lake George in the mountains.

Stop in the marina store for gear, rentals, and tips. In summer, lakeside anglers will find great scenery and rainbow, cutthroat, and brook trout at the reservoirs of the North Slope Recreation Area (11) on Pikes Peak. Reach it via the Pikes Peak Highway.

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CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: contacting The Broadmoor's on-site Fly-Fishing School for an introductory casting lesson on The Broadmoor lake. Then book one of the expert-guided halfand full-day trips on the South Platte River or Chico Basin (12).

HIT THE SLOPES Breckenridge Ski Resort's (13) (two hours from the Springs) mild lower-mountain terrain and seemingly endless alpine bowls reached North America's highest chairlift (nearly 13,000 feet) offer something for everyone. For a more “locals” vibe, head to Monarch Mountain (14), near Salida, two and a half hours from the hotel. Rather than drive there and back in one day, many visitors to

The Broadmoor ski before arriving to the hotel or after their stay.

EXPLORE THE BACKCOUNTRY The hills around town rarely hold enough snow for snowshoes or cross-country skis, but a short drive west is a different story.

The west side of Pikes Peak usually has deep snow, as does Mueller State Park (2) some winters. For a sure thing, drive farther west on Highway 24 to Highway 9, and head north through the towns of Fairplay and Alma to Hoosier Pass (15).

CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: visiting Mountain Chalet (16) on Tejon Street in Downtown Colorado Springs for snowshoe rentals.

In summer, expect thunderstorms in the afternoon. In spring and fall, even warm days give way to cold evenings. And in winter, snowstorms can move in quickly.

Always check the forecast before heading out.

HYDRATE It’s easy to become dehydrated exerting yourself in the mountains.

A good rule of thumb is to carry twice as much water as you think you’ll need.

LAYERS Air temperature drops by 3 degrees for every 1,000 feet in elevation, so even if it’s balmy at the resort, it’s probably cold up higher. Instead of bringing one heavy jacket, dress in layers so you can easily adjust to changing weather.

MAPS Even a short walk on familiar trails can turn into an ordeal with a wrong turn, so be sure you know where you’re going. The Pikes Peak Atlas and the Trails Illustrated map of the Pikes Peak region, available for sale at outdoor gear shops in town, are great resources.

INFORM Make sure someone knows where you are going. Remember the climber in “127 Hours”?

Don’t be like him.

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Cycling Challenge The Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb is Aug. 24.

WHETHER YOU'RE A BEGINNER OR EXPERT THERE'S A TRAIL FOR YOU.”

RIDE A BIKE The rolling hills that surround you make for great bike riding, for those who don’t mind pedaling up and down. Loop around The Broadmoor's golf courses or along the Pikes Peak Greenway (17), which parallels Monument Creek through the heart of the city, north to the Air Force Academy (18). The Midland Trail (19) runs from downtown to Manitou Springs. You can rent a bike for as little as $10 a day at many shops in town. For a real adventure, Challenge Unlimited will drive you up the Pikes Peak Highway and let you bike down from above the clouds.

Colorado Springs is fast earning a reputation as a mountain-biking mecca for its wide variety of trails right in town. Ute Valley Park (20) on the city’s northwest side is a great place to get into the sport, with mild trails and little potential for getting in over your head. Intermediate riders will find great, wide trails at Red Rock Canyon, on the west side. Palmer Park (21), on a bluff in the city center, is a favorite destination for experienced riders, as is Cheyenne Mountain State Park (22).

CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: renting a mountain bike on-property and riding into North Cheyenne Cañon.

CLIMB A FOURTEENER Colorado has more peaks above 14,000 feet than anywhere else

in the Lower 48, and to stand atop one, especially after getting there on your own power, is a triumphant feeling. Pikes Peak is the most famous. But it’s not easy getting to the top. Barr Trail (23), the main route from Manitou Springs, runs 12.6 miles and gains more than 7,000 feet of elevation. Only serious hikers need apply. If you’re willing to drive farther, you can hike the peak from the west side, a shorter trip that starts at The Crags (24) trailhead. Or head west on Highway 24 to South Park and hike Mount Sherman (25) or Quandary Peak (26), two easier fourteeners.

CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: purchasing a hiker's ticket at the Cog Railway (27) in Manitou

Springs: Hitch a ride halfway up, and hike the rest. Or hike up and ride the train down or vice versa. Just don't miss your train.

CLIMB A ROCK Colorado Springs has many well-known climbing spots, including the renowned Garden of the Gods (28) and Red Rock Canyon (29). There are also many local resources for learning to climb safely. Ask a concierge about guided trips.

CONCIERGE RECOMMENDS: contacting Gravity Play Adventures for gear rental and guided instruction. gravityplayadventures.com; 719-531-7510.

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PENROSE ROOM Create a memory… classic fine dining with an extensive European wine list, live entertainment and dancing. Penrose Room is the only Five Star, Five Diamond restaurant in Colorado.

PLAY An innovative yet casual menu that plays on comfort food and world cuisine.

Specializing in Colorado Beer, Wine and Spirits.

SUMMIT An American brasserie with a contemporary atmosphere and an innovative wine and cocktail program.

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RISTORANTE and BAR DEL LAGO Ristorante and Bar Del Lago, designed by internationally renowned architect Adam D. Tihany, features authentic and unique recipes gathered from every great culinary region of Italy.

LA TAVERNE From quiet, cozy corners to the bright and lively glass-enclosed garden atrium—Le Jardin, La Taverne has been serving the best steaks, freshest seafood and classic cocktails in town since 1939.

LE JARDIN AT LA TAVERNE

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THE GOLDEN BEE A restored authentic 19th century English Pub, encompassing a blend of warmth and friendliness, of dark wood and sparkling glass, of foaming tankards and good conversation.

LAKE TERRACE DINING ROOM Enjoy European-American elegance in The Broadmoor’s original dining room, with picturesque views of Cheyenne Lake and the mountains.

GOLF CLUB DINING ROOM and PATIO Vistas of The Broadmoor golf courses, outdoor patio seating, outdoor fire pit and American cuisine featuring clubhouse classics and family favorites.

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THE GOLF CLUB DINING ROOM

ESPRESSO NEWSSTAND Espresso where lattes, espresso and cappuccino are a fresh and perfect start to your day. The delicious freshly baked breakfast items, pastries, salads, sandwiches, chocolates, ice cream and desserts will satisfy your cravings.

HOTEL BAR Cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres with patio seating alongside Cheyenne Lake

THE GOLDEN BEE

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NATURAL EPICUREAN Conceived on four words: Healthy, Wholesome, Organic and Natural, to fuel the body and mind as it translates into its light, open air aesthetic.

A living herb wall and working gardens on the patio serve as a direct supply of ingredients for the kitchen.

Intensive learning in an exceptional location, one class at a time.

Colorado College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities, and employment practices.

Visit us; we’re just minutes away. www.coloradocollege.edu

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Nearly a century after its founding, The Broadmoor continues to define modern luxury.

Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose spared no detail in building his Grand Dame of the Rockies.

The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience offers guests rustic luxury among the pines.

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This fully restored 1937 Cadillac was part of the resort's original fleet. Here it frames a view of the newly renovated West building.

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Like the profile of the new West Tower, a consistent adherence to Penrose’s vision—with a contemporary feel—is a recurring theme throughout The Broadmoor these days. Emerald Valley Ranch, the foundation of The Broadmoor’s wilderness experience, was owned and developed by Penrose as a mountain retreat (which he called Camp Vigil, after the 10,000-foot peak that looms nearby) for his closest friends and associL e a r n mor e at B roa dmoor . com

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Past & Present The new Cloud Camp Lodge (view shown below) is built on the foundation of the orginal Cheyenne Lodge (below).

ates. Later, it went through a number of custodians and owners, until it was finally repurchased and then reopened in August 2013, with superbly remodeled and rebuilt log cabins, stocked trout fishing ponds, and horseback riding, plus a variety of amenities, including gourmet dining and hot tubs.

For the diehard fisherman, The Broadmoor Fishing Camp in Lake George, originally opened in the early 1900s—with a couple miles along the Tarryall River, adjacent to thousands of acres of national park and Lost Creek Wilderness—is in the process of renovation. But don’t be intimidated. An Adirondack-style fishing school, where guests can go to learn how to fly-fish from professionals, is in the works, near the 6th hole on the East Course (which, in the winter, will double as an ice-skating facility).

Another of Penrose’s fun ventures that has come full circle is the Cheyenne Mountain Lodge, which was originally designed and built in 1924–25 as a pueblostyle restaurant and lodge often used by honeymooners atop Cheyenne Mountain. Though difficult to maintain, the lodge survived until after his wife Julie’s death, in 1956. It was closed in 1961 and razed in the early 1970s. Now, in August 2014, it has been reborn as Cloud Camp, with an 8,000-square-foot grand lodge— an upscale version of the famous national park lodges, featuring hand-hewn beams and indigenous-stone fireplaces, a great room and bar area, as well as an expansive wraparound desk with unparalleled vistas.

It houses seven guest rooms (plus an adjacent honeymoon cottage) and 11 separate, secluded one- and two-bedroom guest cabins.

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Even when The Broadmoor has changed owners, there has always been an appreciation for Penrose's original vision and skill, says Terry McHale, The Broadmoor's Director of Facilities. "There are many areas where you could see that not only did he and his team lay out the hotel well from an operational standpoint, but there were also beautiful architectural elements. With the ownerships that followed, and Steve Bartolin's eye for detail, we’ve had the stewardship for maintaining the original look and feel.”

Essentially, what these new initiatives reveal is that the intrinsic logic of the original design brings The Broadmoor’s contemporary visionaries into a natural alignment with Penrose’s germinal idea. For example, in 2008–09, while the cottages along the north edge of the East Course's 18th fairway were under construction, documents surfaced indicating that the original plans for the hotel included cottages The same holds true on the golf course, although in a more transparent way. In deference to the growing consensus among many golf aficionados and historians, that Donald Ross’ designs stand preeminent, the original Ross elements, or facsimiles, are being returned or added to the East and West courses.

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Massive log rollers were used to move the resort's casino to the golf course (right) in 1916, where it served as the original Broadmoor Golf Club until 1993.

Of course, there were times when changes were made to the original structure and layouts. Remarkably, as the Grand Dame of the West approaches her centennial, these variances are finding their way back to a look and feel much like the original.

For example, take the complete makeover to Broadmoor West that was completed over the fall and winter of 2013–14. As McHale explains, “Obviously, the aesthetic design is one of the first considerations— what do we want to do, what do we want it to look like.”

Much like Penrose’s rejection of the original drawings, McHale was not satisfied with the redesign that resulted from the first go-round between the architects, management, and ownership. On a whim, McHale took a photo of the main building, printed it out, and placed it on top of the then-current rendering for the West Tower remodel that he had in his office.

“It fit perfectly between the existing penthouses on that rendering. I mean perfectly. And I taped it there and kept looking at it. I had a local architect, Mark Nelson, sketch it up quickly, and it looked really good. So, that’s what we’ve done: added a 31-room addition, three stories, penthouse suites on the top floor, and a tower that really makes that building fit with The Broadmoor.”

There are some differences, as McHale points out.

“The railings are a little different, and it has more Juliet balconies. It has its own identity while keeping with the feel of Broadmoor Main, and the rooms are just wonderful.”

No greater tribute could be paid to Penrose and those who followed than for current ownership and leadership at The Broadmoor to maintain and expand upon the groundbreaking world-class vision, while continuing to raise the bar on service and facilities.

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VENERABLE BY DESIGN Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose spared no detail in building his Grand Dame of the Rockies. At the dawn of her centennial, the spark of his vision shines brighter than ever. BY B O B B O WS

ON MAY 12, 1916, THE LOCAL PRESS REPORTED THAT SPENCER PENROSE WAS GOING TO BUILD ‘THE MOST WONDERFUL HOTEL IN THE WEST—THE MOST WONDERFUL IN THE UNITED STATES.’”

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pencer Penrose was a man of vision.

When he looked upon the land where The Broadmoor now sits—a beautiful site where the golden prairie grasslands meet the majestic Rockies—he saw the potential for a grand resort to rival any in the world. He was also a man of action.

Penrose executed his vision in exacting detail and left specific plans for future projects, many of which have since come to bear.

By the age of 41, in 1906, when he married Julie McMillan, daughter of one of Detroit’s leading citizens, Penrose was a multimillionaire riding the crest of an epic career in the mining, milling, and transport of copper and gold. And while Penrose had been raised among the Philadelphia elite, he was, in

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many ways, more accustomed to the rough and ready atmosphere of Cripple Creek and other frontier towns, where he and his boyhood friend, Charles L. Tutt, commenced building their fortunes.

His marriage to Julie, a worldly and cultured soul with an eye for fine art, forever changed Penrose’s life and outlook. After their 1906 wedding in London and honeymoon in Paris and the French countryside, the couple settled down in Julie’s mansion at 30 West Dale Street, now the site of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. Thus began a shift in focus for Penrose, from his multitude of business interests to a life of travel that included stays at many of the world’s finest hotels.

The seeds of some larger vision were beginning to take root. Four

years later, he purchased Turkey Creek Ranch in central Colorado and stocked it with Holstein cattle and sheep. He also started to build the Pikes Peak Highway.

THE BROADMOOR’S BEGINNINGS By 1916, Penrose had acquired considerable land in the Broadmoor area of Colorado Springs, where he and Julie moved into a Mediterranean-style villa.

Penrose had been thinking about building a resort hotel and, after he was unable to buy the Antlers hotel downtown, he talked his longtime business associate, Charles M. MacNeill, into funding a new venture with him. On May 12, 1916, the local press reported that Penrose and MacNeill were going to build “the most wonderful hotel in the west—the most wonderful in the United States,” at a projected cost of $1 million.

After paying for and then rejecting the plans for the hotel drawn up by the first architect he hired, Penrose solicited designs from a number of others before choosing the New York firm of Warren and Wetmore, who had designed various landmarks in New York, including several deluxe hotels—the Biltmore, Ritz-Carlton, Vanderbilt, Belmont, and Commodore—the New York Yacht Club, and Grand Central Station, as well as several properties for the Vanderbilt family. They also tendered the lowest bid, at $600,000.

EUROPEAN INFLUENCE, AMERICAN FLAIR But beyond reputation and price, what seemed to please Penrose’s eye was the relative simplicity, elegance, and evocative nature of the design, which mixed elements

of Italian Renaissance style with Spanish colonial influences.

About six months prior to the opening, Paul E. Denivelle, a San Francisco interior designer, was hired for various detailing, including the multicolored fresco at the roofline and above the balcony.

In addition to Denivelle, Penrose hired a multitude of Italian artisans to mimic the frescoes and ceilings of Italian cathedrals.

Custom-dyed carpeting, wall coverings, chairs, tables, beds and bureaus, monogrammed linens, and various china and silver were selected with Penrose and Julie’s approval.

The facilities within the complex were state-of-the art as well, from the kitchen to the swimming pool and spa, with a theater added to provide a venue for Julie’s beloved operas.

For the grounds surrounding his masterpiece, Penrose chose the Olmsted Brothers of Brookline,

A number of land holdings—including a dairy farm (right)– were consolidated into the Broadmoor Land and Investment Company in 1889.

Founder Spencer Penrose opened The Broadmoor in 1918.

Massachusetts, land planners and designers of Manhattan’s Central Park. The firm’s mark on The Broadmoor and the surrounding residential neighborhoods includes the street layouts, lot arrangements, open space, walkways, trails, initial tree selection, and flower gardens.

To top off the magnificent hotel and its grounds and recreational offerings, Penrose hired Donald Ross, the internationally acclaimed Scottish golf architect to design the original 18 holes. After completion, Ross declared it his best work to

date, despite having previously created the famed Pinehurst #2.

Penrose had certainly done everything possible to put The Broadmoor a cut above—after all was said and done, and all the design changes and extra amenities were in place, the total costs exceeded $3.1 million—and the accolades came pouring in. While many other grand hotels from that era are no longer in operation, The Broadmoor remains firmly fixed on the future, guided by Penrose's vision and those who've followed in his footsteps.

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Idyllic Retreats The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience—which includes The Ranch at Emerald Valley, Cloud Camp, and The Broadmoor Fishing Camp— offers guests rustic luxury among the pines.

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Ranch Manager Greg Shields—who is also an expert mixologist­— prepares a drink for a guest at The Broadmoor's Ranch at Emerald Valley.

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he Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley is 8,200 feet above sea level—approximately 2,000 feet higher than the resort itself. I think of this statistic during the 30-minute, eight-mile drive from The Broadmoor’s main property to The Ranch, and the rise in elevation matches my lofty expectations for The Ranch as we approach the property. Could it deliver The Broadmoor’s Five-Star, Five-Diamond experience—especially for cuisine—in a wilderness setting? Could my wife, Melissa, and I enjoy a romantic getaway without enduring the trappings of typical ranch-style retreats: communal dining, scheduled group activities, and the constant presence of kids? The answer was evident as soon as we arrived: waiting for us was a concierge eager to detail The Ranch’s highlights, emphasizing that our time at The Ranch was on our own terms, and she’d be happy to set up any activities we chose. Our getaway was underway. Walking from the Main Lodge to our cabin—one of only 10 on property—I was struck by the natural beauty of the surrounding valley and nearby Mount Vigil. It’s one thing to see The Ranch in photos, but in person it’s breathtaking, and I understood immediately why Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose purchased the property from the Girl Scouts in 1923. 7

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS Our first glimpse inside our cabin confirmed that The Broadmoor’s definition of luxury doesn’t stop at the hotel—it’s simply redefined at The Ranch. A rustic aesthetic with richly appointed wood accents and furnishings; a large, comfortable bed with a plush duvet; a bathroom with heated floors; a lavish, earth tone–tiled “rainforest” style shower; and best of all, a fireplace to keep us warm during chilly nights.

The Ranch was the first leg of our “best of both worlds” week at The Broadmoor, which also included a few days at the resort, and we were

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determined to utilize as much of what The Ranch had to offer: mainly, hiking in the more than 100,000 acres of Pike National Forest surrounding the Ranch, and horseback riding in equally scenic territory, guided by The Broadmoor’s equine experts from the onsite stables.

While we were unpacking, Melissa realized she forgot to bring her hiking boots. We thought we’d have to ride all the way back into Colorado Springs to buy a pair, but in typical Broadmoor fashion of anticipating every need, the Main Lodge sells stylish, brand-name hiking boots for men and women at a reasonable

Each of The Ranch's cabins and guest rooms are individually appointed with custom furniture and furnishings.

THE RANCH AT Emerald Valley is available May through October. All guests staying at the all-inclusive Ranch and Cloud Camp have the fabulous Broadmoor amenities at their disposal, with regularly scheduled shuttle service between The Ranch and the resort.

Most people, though, opt to stay at the remote hideaway, where Broadmoor chefs prepare gourmet meals served in the historic Main Lodge.

After-dinner activities include movie night in the dining room, poker nights, dances, cookouts around the fire pit, or just gazing at the night sky.

To book your stay at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley or Cloud Camp, please visit broadmoor.com/ranch or call 844-602-5092.

price. Our boot shopping took a mere 15 minutes rather than hours.

In addition to hiking and horseback riding, we squeezed in a visit to the archery range, which has always been a calming, Zen-like endeavor for me—at least until I have to retrieve all my missed arrows from behind the target. Of course, taking the traditional route to relaxation via a glass of wine on the Main Lodge deck overlooking the lake, or reading on the pastoral grounds surrounded by spectacular mountain views, is always an option.

FAT OF THE LAND Fly-fishing at the onsite lakes is another meditative activity that yields more than a big catch: The Ranch’s Executive Chef Kevin Reinhold will prepare your fish for dinner that

night, along with complementing dishes and specialty wine pairings.

Chef Reinhold told me there are more than five different species of trout in the lakes—some up to 20 inches—so assuming you land a big one, you’ll have an entrée-sized meal.

We saw this in action one night at dinner. A group at an adjoining table caught trout that day, and Chef Reinhold came out to explain that he had steamed the fish en paupiette (a French term for heating in a parchment pouch, which delicately cooks the fish while keeping it moist) with lime and lemongrass. “You don’t want to do too much to a beautiful fish like that,” he tells the table.

We witnessed more culinary prowess during the previous night’s barbecue. Chef Reinhold and his cooks set up grills along the perimeter of the Main Lodge’s back patio and

created an array of gourmet delights: whole lobster tails with scampi butter, wild-caught Atlantic swordfish steaks, perfect medium-rare ribeyes from nearby Eagles Nest Ranch, North African–spiced BBQ chicken, seasonal sides like grilled Colorado sweet corn with queso fresco, and much more. While the food was presented in cast-iron skillets and other rustic touches, this was not your typical campfire cuisine.

Even though the barbecue was a buffet, we were still able to enjoy the privacy of our own table. Before dinner though, we enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and champagne around the firepit at the center of the patio with other couples that had similar getaway goals: one was celebrating their anniversary, and the other couple chose The Ranch over a weeklong cruise for their vacation.

FISHING CAMP

Upscale accommodations and private waters teeming with trout highlight new fishing camp.

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variety of pristine fly-fishing waters awaits anglers at The Broadmoor’s Fishing Camp. Set to debut in Spring 2015, the camp is situated along a private, five-mile stretch of Tarryall River that flows through timbered canyons, grassy meadows, and winding bends in the scenic Tarryall Valley. Multiple stream-restoration projects provide additional structure for trout and have improved the overall health and productivity of this classic trout stream, home to rainbow, brown and cutthroat. An additional private, three-mile stretch of Eagle Rock Ranch offers excellent “Dry Dropper” action throughout the summer and fall seasons.

The private camp is surrounded by thousands of acres of Pike National Forest, including the Lost Creek Wilderness Area. Seven miners’ cabins constructed in the early 20th century have been faithfully renovated into comfortable guest accommodations. A central lodge features a great room and fireplace that’s perfect for sharing all those fish stories, as well as a card room, dining room, and kitchen where Broadmoor chefs will prepare a fresh catch of the day along with a variety of other tasty fare.

In addition to world-class fishing and fly-fishing instruction, The Broadmoor’s Fishing Camp will also offer camping, hiking, horseback riding, bird watching, wildlife tours, and additional activities.

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After dinner, we reconvened around the firepit and The Ranch’s ever-present, ultra-knowledgeable attendants helped us make s’mores, complete with homemade marshmallows and house-baked graham crackers. They also seared The Ranch’s brand onto a small piece of wood that Melissa and I have since turned into a Christmas ornament. A local musical duo performing acoustically on the patio provided the perfect accompaniment to the flickering fire and boundless night sky.

TABLE FOR TWO This is probably a good time to admit that the primary reason Melissa and I travel anywhere is for the food. It doesn’t matter what country, state, or city we are in, food is the foundation upon which we build our vacations.

The Broadmoor is well established as having some of the nation's

highest-quality dining options, so I wasn’t skeptical about whether they could transfer their gourmet grid up to The Ranch, but I was curious how they would pull it off in a remote setting. After all, ranch cuisine is not typically associated with awardwinning menus.

However, just as The Broadmoor redefines rustic at The Ranch by drenching it in luxury, meals at the ranch are similarly elevated.

For example, the same afternoon we bought the new boots, Melissa and I enjoyed a particularly long hike—more than four hours. By the time we returned and showered, dinner had already started. One guest jokingly said, “You’re late” as we walked by the outdoor deck of the Main Lodge, where many people were already eating. Moving past him and into the dining room, I just laughed, because communal dining on a tight schedule is not how The Ranch operates.

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Executive Chef Kevin Reinhold dishes on The Ranch's culinary delights.

Q: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CUISINE?

From archery, horseshoes, fishing, hikes, and other outdoor activities to simply relaxing in the Lodge after a meal, The Ranch at Emerald Valley offers a complete wilderness experience.

Refined elegance. Our ranch cuisine is informal and made with quality ingredients, but there’s also bit of surprise and whimsy, too. We also emphasize variety and highlight our location. Our weekly barbecue is a great example. We’re grilling the highest-quality ingredients, like whole Maine lobster tails and Colorado Wagyu beef, but they’re simply prepared and presented.

We’ll cook and display food in cast-iron skillets too, which is a presentation element very much in touch with The Ranch’s environment.

Q: WHAT'S A TYPICAL DAILY MENU? It all depends on the day.

We constantly tweak our menus and focus on seasonal vegetables and fruit.

For breakfast we could have a selection of fresh pastries, along with a frittata or breakfast burrito, for example.

Lunch is a buffet with different sandwiches, salads, and desserts—all made from scratch.

For dinner, we might have a starter like Thaispiced tomato watermelon gazpacho—it’s absolutely refreshing. We might offer a vegetarian option, like homemade gnocchi with seasonal vegetables.

There’s nothing routine about our menus. We’re also prepared to meet anyone’s special dietary needs.

Q: WHAT ELSE WILL SURPRISE GUESTS? If guests are up for it, the chefs will challenge them to a game of bocce ball before dinner. If the guests win, they’ll get a complimentary glass of Prosecco. We’ve had a lot of practice though, so we’re confident we won’t be pouring too much free Prosecco this year! —M.C.

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CLOUD CAMP

A secluded setting and inspiring scenery highlight this new mountaintop retreat.

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erched near the summit of Cheyenne Mountain 3,000 feet above The Broadmoor, Cloud Camp— the latest offering in The Broadmoor Wilderness Experience—is highlighted by its rustic, inspirational setting with sweeping views of the resort, the plains to the east, Pikes Peak to the north, and the Colorado Rockies to the west. Cloud Camp is set to open this fall.

The 8,000-square-foot Main Lodge is constructed on the foundation of the original Cheyenne Lodge, which was built by Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose in 1926. The architecture features hand-hewn beams, a great room with dining and bar areas, massive stone fireplaces, as well as an expansive wraparound porch with breathtaking views. The Main Lodge also includes six guest rooms and a luxurious honeymoon suite.

Eleven secluded guest cabins—each with a private porch, rich furnishing, and modern amenities—are nestled among the woods and sited to showcase the beautiful views of Pikes Peak and Pike National Forest. The view from one of Cloud Camp's most unique suites—created from a two-story fire tower and perched atop a rock precipice—also can’t be beat.

“Cloud Camp is modeled after the historic timber and stone lodges found in some of our great national parks,” says Steve Bartolin, President and CEO of The Broadmoor. “Featuring Cloud Camp as part of our Broadmoor Wilderness Experience allows us to offer some of the most unique and imaginative accommodations, while continuing to secure our position as America’s premier resort.”

Guests at Cloud Camp can enjoy hiking, biking,

We noticed two other couples from the previous night’s barbecue taking advantage of the open seating. One was enjoying their meal in the solitude of the outdoor patio, the other at a quiet table tucked into the back of the dining room.

We picked an inviting spot inside next to one of the windows. Having worked up quite an appetite, I was determined to test The Ranch’s finedining boundaries.

That night was a three-course menu with a choice of appetizer, entrée, and dessert. I ordered a chilled terrine of foie gras with barbecue-spiced Black Mission figs topped with sea salt, Applewoodsmoked bacon-wrapped beef tenderloin with caramelized celery root purée and Sauce Forestiere— made with wild mushrooms—and finally, a pistachio financier tart

horseback riding and other outdoor pursuits, or simply relax and enjoy the wild setting.

Arriving at Cloud Camp is an opportunity for adventure in itself.

Guests have the option to be transported by Jeep for a scenic 25-minute drive from The Broadmoor, or they can enjoy a two-hour hike while bags are transported to their rooms. Guests also have access to all the activities and amenities at The Broadmoor.

PANORAMIC SUITE A unique, twostory suite—constructed from an existing fire tower perched on a rock precipice— offers guests the ultimate in both scenery and privacy.

To reserve your stay at Cloud Camp, please call 844-602-5092.

JUST AS THE BROADMOOR REDEFINES RUSTIC AT THE RANCH BY DRENCHING IT IN LUXURY, MEALS AT THE RANCH ARE SIMILARLY ELEVATED.” with honey-braised cherries.

That meal was as good as any I’ve ever had. My own preconceptions about ranch cuisine were officially redefined.

Viewing the day as a whole, it’s nearly impossible to go hungry at The Ranch. You can start your morning with cowboy coffee at the firepit on the patio, ease into a relaxing breakfast at the Main Lodge, grab a bag of The Ranch’s delicious and addictive homemade trail mix on the

way out, return later for a leisurely lunch, take a few house-baked cookies or a piece of fruit as you leave again for the afternoon, and return to your cabin later to prepare for a delightful dinner.

As my wife and I relaxed on our cabin porch our last afternoon at The Ranch, savoring the crisp mountain air, I noticed a nearby squirrel devouring an acorn with great gusto, and I couldn’t help wondering if everything tastes better up here.

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THIS FULLY RESTORED 1937 Cadillac was part of The Broadmoor’s original fleet of vehicles.

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Weddings at The Broadmoor are a marriage of modern trends and classic style.

From concept to execution, The Broadmoor makes every event a special occasion.

The Broadmoor’s international employee program provides a top-notch learning experience.

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TYING THE KNOT Weddings at The Broadmoor are a marriage of modern trends and classic style. B Y N A N C Y C L A R K

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hen Pantone, the global authority on color trends, named Radiant Orchid 2014’s Color of the Year, designers and stylists of every ilk jumped to action.

The purple hue with pink and fuchsia undertones appeared in everything from nail polish to throw pillows, fashion runways to craft cocktails. Sarah Baker and Joey Alfano were ahead of the color curve. The Colorado couple selected radiant orchid as the official color of their 2013 Broadmoor wedding reception, at which no detail was spared. David Squires of DesignWorks fashioned centerpieces of white manzanita trees trimmed with rose-covered pavé balls and up-lit with lavender light to give the Lake Terrace Dining Room a radiant-orchid glow. Broadmoor brides are nothing if not on-trend, and the resort can accommodate every en-vogue element a couple desires. 7

MONOGR AMS Broadmoor Catering Manager Lindsey Suggs and her team help couples put their unique signatures on wedding events, literally and figuratively.

Signatures—or more specifically, monograms—are one of the big trends this wedding season. “If it stands still long enough, a Southern girl will monogram it,” jokes celebrity wedding planner Donnie Brown. “Everything from beverage napkins to aisle runners to cake toppers to signs.”

Monogramming is today’s ultimate means of branding nuptials, agrees Belle of the Ball wedding consultant Christine Hoffer, who advised Broadmoor bride and groom Amy Carrigan and Gentry

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Robinson on their “branding” strategy. A monogram made of delicate daisies laid atop a rusted tin Texas Lone Star, for example, gave the lavish ceremony on the West Lawn a decidedly rustic-chic aesthetic that carried through to the reception. In the Cheyenne Lodge, DesignWorks’ David Squires juxtaposed soft pink blossoms against the room’s iron and antler chandeliers. Bailey Coon and Nick Lloyd’s brand was everywhere at their wedding. Cigars and golf balls distributed at the groomsmen’s gatherings featured the couple’s monogram, which was also on display in ivy in the floral decor, in chocolate glaze on the desserts, and in lights over the dance floor.

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Clockwise: the Lake Terrace dining room, a happy couple sneaks a private moment, late-night snacks are all the rage.

PERSONAL TOUCHES For all the trend-following that happens in wedding planning, couples are also looking for ways to bring one-of-a-kind touches to their big day, beyond the bride’s somethingborrowed and something-blue. Bailey Coon and her parents transported heirloom china and table linens from their Texas home all the way to the Broadmoor to personalize Bailey’s bridal luncheon. Bread baskets, punch bowls, silver service, and precious china traditionally used for formal family dinners back home were intermingled with The Broadmoor’s flatware and dinnerware for tables worthy of a magazine cover. According to Maggie Moran of Celebrations by Maggie, cookies in the shape of the couple’s prized dog were part of the fun.

Sean Cayton of Cayton Photography caught every initial moment on camera in color and in romantic black and white.

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THE BROADMOOR can accommodate ceremonies and receptions for as few as 20 guests to as many as 1,000, as well as the rehearsal dinner, bride’s luncheon, groom’s golf, and everything in between.

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Some trends are born more of necessity than desire, as British wedding consultant Sarah Haywood knows all too well. Featured on the inaugural issue of Harper’s Bazaar Brides magazine and known for her YouTube video series, Haywood notes that modern-family dynamics have led couples to get creative with seating charts.

“Kings tables (with the entire bridal party and their dates sitting around one table) are definitely a big trend,” says Haywood. “In the past you’d see the bride and groom in the middle and flanked by their attendants, all on one side of a long table facing the crowd as if on display. This isn’t very social because the bridesmaids and groomsmen can really only talk to their immediate neighbors, and it usually means their dates have to sit at a different table.

Party consultant and bestselling author Mindy Weiss launched an outdoor-in, indoor-out trend that brides across the country are adopting. The Broadmoor, with its mild summer evenings, starlit skies, and breathtaking mountain backdrops is the perfect setting for an open-air lounge furnished with upholstered sofas, area rugs and candlelight where guests can linger and socialize away from the frenzy of the dance floor.

L ATE-NIGHT SNACKS To accompany the music and keep guests boogying into the wee hours, bridal couples are serving late-night snacks, says Suggs. “Something sweet, something savory…late-night snacks are a trend that guests enjoy and are a fun way to personalize the bride and groom’s favorite treats.” With The Broadmoor’s five-star, five-diamond culinary team preparing the spreads, latenight dessert tables, butlerpassed dessert tapas, and bite-size sweets give wedding couples another fun branding

opportunity. Sarah Baker and Joey Alfano wowed their guests with Sarah’s favorite late-night treat: miniature cinnamon buns. Joey’s stamp: assorted buffalo sliders, French fries in cones, and mini grilled cheese sandwiches.

PRIME LOC ATION Increasingly, guests see destination weddings as an opportunity to extend their travel into a mini vacation. Wise to that, wedding couples seek destinations that provide not only the full scope of a modern no-detail-spared wedding celebration (incredible scenery, unparalleled service, topnotch food, easy access from anywhere) but that will also entice guests with world-class amenities like those offered at The Broadmoor.

ARRIVE IN ST YLE Forget the horse and carriage.

Broadmoor wedding couples can arrive or exit in a classic restored 1937 Cadillac that was part of the hotel’s original fleet. Contact the resort’s catering department for details.

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Hosting Your BIG EVENT From initial idea to flawless execution, The Broadmoor’s Sales and Marketing staff has the experience and the resources to make every meeting or convention a truly special occasion.

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he Broadmoor hosts more than 1,000 meetings, conventions, and special events each year, and each one is unique.

The resort’s experienced staff works closely with the event organizer to decide on each detail and offer creative suggestions to customize each occasion. From an intimate group gathering to a multiday convention with hundreds of attendees, no effort is spared in exceeding expectations and executing the event to the exacting standards for which The Broadmoor is known. Here’s a look at how they do it 7

STEP 1

MAKE A PLAN “The process really starts when we receive an inquiry,” says John Rovie, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at The Broadmoor. “That’s the seed from which everything else flowers.”

A sales manager is assigned to personally respond to every inquiry and answer any questions.

Then the sales manager asks questions of his own to help zero in on specifics: What’s the group size? Where are people coming from? What’s the timelines? Are there any special requests or considerations?

“Then, after brainstorming over their goals and objectives, we develop a plan and send them an eproposal specifically customized to their needs,” Rovie says.

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DECIDE ON THE DETAILS If the organization desires a site inspection, The Broadmoor’s staff creates a detailed itinerary for the visit based on the organization’s objectives and outlines all the various options.

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Large rooms at The Broadmoor— like International Hall—can be set up in just about any configuration imaginable.

bers give a tour of possible venues, introduce the client to chefs and restaurant managers, and work with its local partners to give the visitors an inside look at what makes Colorado Springs special. They might tour an array of attractions such as the Garden of the Gods, for example, or the U.S. Olympic Training Center, the U.S. Air Force Academy, or Pikes Peak and the world’s highest cog railway.

“At that point, if all systems are go, we negotiate prices, spaces, and a thousand specifics that go into a successful meeting,” Rovie says. “It’s all done in a cooperative, friendly atmosphere.”

A contract is signed only when the client is satisfied with all of the details of the event as outlined.

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EXPECT THE BEST Mark Klein, Director of Conference Services and Catering, has been at The Broadmoor for more than two decades. His job is to ensure that all group guests and clients are well taken care of and to help them accomplish their goals for the meeting.

“We have more than 600 groups who take rooms every year,” Klein says. “And another 500 local groups that don’t. At The Broadmoor, every breakfast, lunch, dinner, and meeting is considered a separate ‘event.’ And that adds up to 40,000 ‘events’ every year.

“My role,” he adds, “is to put a great team in place to coordinate and facilitate logistics for

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each of those 40,000 events.”

With 133,000 square feet of meeting space indoors and another 50,000 outdoors— plus 62 meeting rooms, ranging from executive boardrooms to a 60,000-square-foot ballroom—The Broadmoor has meeting spaces for every need. And every meeting requires a customized approach.

“We determine needs,” says Klein, “put a team in place, and put a plan in place. And the plan has to have flexibility, so we can adapt to changing needs. In this business, ‘unusual’ is the usual and we expect the unexpected. We need to be open to any creative approach to problem-solving.”

“If we can make the meeting planner a hero and provide a unique experience for the attendees, then we’ve done our job,” Klein adds. “Our greatest reward is when we hear ‘We’ll be back next year!’”

The Broadmoor’s staff must be very good at hosting events—some groups have been coming back for more than 75 consecutive years.

STEP 4

TRUST IN EXPERIENCE Craig Reed, Director of Food & Beverage, has been at The Broadmoor for 23 years. During that time, he’s come to know many meeting planners as friends—because he sees them every year.

“My 23 years here is the rule rather than the exception,” Reed says. “In fact, it’s not unusual for employees to have been here more than 30. And planners like that continuity.”

IN THEIR WORDS

MEE TING PL ANNERS In 1929, President Hoover called a meeting of America’s independent oil producers at The Broadmoor, and the result was the Independent Petroleum Association of America. Meeting here feels like coming back ‘home,’ to where it all started.” ­–Tina Hamlin, Vice President of Meetings & Sponsorships, Independent Petroleum Association of America The Broadmoor’s a first-class facility with the best staff I’ve seen, and the Rocky Mountains make for an inspiring backdrop. Our experience here is always seamless, and there’s a palpable personal touch.”

– Cindy Atkinson, Director, Meetings & Exposition Services, Edison Electric Institute

Reed’s seen it all, and he and his staff have weathered a thousand storms. In the process, they’ve become experts at solutions-on-the-fly.

“A few years ago, we had a group of 800 who were supposed to have dinner off-site,” he says.

“But the off-site venue couldn’t pull it off. And we didn’t find out until 2 p.m. that day—for a 6 p.m. dinner! So our entire staff drove 15 miles and prepared a superb dinner for 800, which was on attendees’ plates at 6 o’clock sharp.”

It’s all part of upholding The Broadmoor’s nearly century-long tradition of superior service.

“The Broadmoor is not just a resort,” Reed says.

“It’s a legacy of excellence. And all of us who work here feel like we’re stewards of that legacy.”

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—MARK KLEIN, DIRECTOR OF CONFERENCE SERVICES AND CATERING

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SET THE STAGE

THE BROADMOOR’S Sales and Marketing team is available to talk about ways to make your next meeting, event, or convention an affair to remember. Catering and other services are also available.

Contact The Broadmoor’s Sales and Marketing team at 855-422-9838.

IF WE CAN MAKE THE MEETING PLANNER A HERO AND PROVIDE A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE FOR THE ATTENDEES, THEN WE’VE DONE OUR JOB. OUR GREATEST REWARD IS WHEN WE HEAR ‘WE’LL BE BACK NEXT YEAR!’”

Banquet Manager Michael Reid manages the servers and bartenders, and he demands perfection in presentation as well as service.

“Prior to a group’s arrival,” he says, “one of our Conference Managers gives me all the information about that group. First, we look at staffing requirements for each dining event. Then we slot a senior person for each event. And then we figure out how to make that event an experience.”

Reid has had his share of last-minute emergencies, too. “A few years ago,” he says, “we had

a big snowfall that shut down the whole city.

Guests couldn’t leave, and our employees couldn’t leave—or come to work. I’ve never seen so many people respond so brilliantly to an emergency.

Every staff member who was here did twice the work to make up for those who couldn’t.”

And when an event is in progress, organizers can rest assured that, up front and behind the scenes, they’re in very capable hands at The Broadmoor.

GRE AT SPACES

ABOVE AND BEYOND

Here are several one-of-a-kind offerings available at The Broadmoor for hosting a truly unforgettable event.

CHEYENNE LODGE Location is everything at Cheyenne Lodge, which is close to the resort yet feels like a private retreat. The newly renovated lodge features 6,300 square feet of indoor meeting space, with another 2,400 square feet outdoors on a large deck. The building was recently upgraded to reflect the natural surroundings, with a new look featuring timbers and split logs. No improvement, however, was needed for the inspiring views.

THE RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY At an elevation of more than 8,000 feet, The Ranch at

Emerald Valley is an intimate, all-inclusive destination. Its rustic yet luxurious 10 cabins can sleep up to 32 guests and are centered around a Main Lodge with a dining room, bar, and wraparound deck, as well as two lakeside hot tubs. Meals at The Ranch are prepared by a Broadmoor chef and served around a large stone hearth in the lodge.

Set amidst the Pike National Forest, The Ranch also offers mountain biking, hiking trails, canoeing, fly-fishing, and horseback riding. An onsite concierge can arrange everything, and guests also have privileges at The Broadmoor.

CHEYENNE LODGE

CLOUD CAMP Talk about inspiration! At The Broadmoor’s new Cloud Camp, you’ll be looking down at the clouds while enjoying the rustic elegance of a true wilderness lodge.

Cloud Camp sits near the peak of Cheyenne Mountain, 3,000 feet above the resort.

The property overlooks The Broadmoor with sweeping views of the plains beyond.

Cloud Camp features an 8,000-square-foot Main Lodge with seven rooms, a large Great Room with a dining area, bar, stone fireplaces, and a wraparound deck. There are 11 separate guest cabins, each with a private porch.

Cloud Camp is an ideal setting for getting away from it all for a big-think brainstorming session, meeting, teambuilding session, or party.

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Through an international exchange program, students from around the globe come to The Broadmoor to launch their careers in hospitality. BY C L AU D I A C A R B O N E

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n our most recent visit to The Broadmoor, almost every cheerful greeting we received from the hotel staff came with a charming foreign accent. It was like being at an Olympic venue or an international conference.

One evening at dinner, we were enchanted by our server’s unfamiliar brogue; he was a delightful young man from Latvia who indulged our inquiring minds.

He told us he was a student participating in The Broadmoor’s international training program in hospitality. After a year, he would return home a lucky man with the five-diamond, five-star luxury resort on his résumé.

The Broadmoor’s international student exchange program began in 1996. It was started by Director of Human Resources Cindy Johnson. Johnson was an exchange student herself in Switzerland and Germany before beginning her hospitality career.

“That experience shaped my career and my life, so I knew this would be an amazing place for international students,” says Johnson. “In Europe, it’s compulsory for hospitality students to acquire training outside of their countries.

The Broadmoor is a great laboratory for them to experience service at a world-class resort.”

Thanks to the 1961 FulbrightHays Act that promotes international cooperation and friendly relations by means of educational and cultural exchange, foreign nationals can come to this country on a J-1 visa to teach, study, research, or receive job training. The Broadmoor recruits students from as far away as Thailand, Philippines, and South Korea as well as Croatia, Switzerland, Romania, Peru, Bulgaria, the UK, Hungary, and South Africa. Out of 1,500 current employees at the resort, approximately 150 are international students.

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Hungary is fulfilling a boyhood dream he’s held since his mother spent two months in San Francisco. He works as a server after a successful stint in room service.

“I’m having the time of my life,” Czerna says. “I’ve never wanted to come to work in the morning like I do here. In Hungary, I may never see managers for months. Here, Mr. Bartolin [Broadmoor President and CEO] will sit in the cafeteria and eat with us. He greeted me by name and said he was happy to have me. That was my first experience of the family-like conditions we have here.”

Czerna is in the 12-month internship program. A shorter program allows students to work for four months during the summer or winter session and enjoy 30 days

of travel, after which they return to their schools.

The Broadmoor pays all visa costs and health insurance up front, and then gets reimbursed via payroll deductions. With the help of a housing coordinator, students find lodging in Colorado Springs.

Most will buy a car or bike to get around or share rides with roommates. They earn a normal wage, higher than what they’d make in their homelands, and many send money back to their families.

“This is a cultural exchange that promotes goodwill to all countries and takes away stereotypes,” says Johnson. “The more we get to know each other, the more we learn how similar we are. These young people will go back and be leaders in their country. The testimonials we get bring tears to my eyes. It’s heartwarming to know that their experience has been formative and life-changing for their careers.”

The Broadmoor’s exchange students work everywhere from reception to dining and bring international diversity and hospitality to the resort.

BY THE NUMBERS Average number of international employees per season: 300 Average home countries/ languages spoken: 15 Average stay: 6 months Regular departments: room service, banquets, food and beverage, front desk, guest services, housekeeping, reservations, pool, amenities, culinary, stewarding

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Children and the young at heart will find plenty to enjoy at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley.

Traveling together as a family is a great way to relive past memories—and to make new ones.

A life-sized gingerbread house is the newest offering in The Broadmoor’s longstanding holiday traditions.

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Through a Child’s Eyes Children and the young at heart find plenty to enjoy at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley.

The only hard part? Saying goodbye.

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Bode, the author’s son, takes an enthusiastic selfie during his family’s stay at The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley.

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its own magic with nine beautifully restored cabins, a hypnotic everchanging play of light across the lake, and a slate of activities that would make any adult feel like a kid again.

And that’s just what we were there to do on this trip: to experience both The Ranch at Emerald Valley and The Broadmoor resort through our children’s eyes.

THE RANCH’S OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND

“ I FEEL LIKE I’M MERIDA FROM THE MOVIE BRAVE. I GET TO RIDE HORSES AND DO ARCHERY EVERY DAY.”

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his is the most amazing place ever!” squeals my daughter Hadley.

“I feel like I’m Merida from the movie Brave. I get to ride horses and do archery every day.”

Nearby, my son Bode’s shouts echo off the lake as he bags yet another fish.

I soak in the bucolic scene as I leisurely sip watermelon lemonade from the flower-festooned deck of The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley’s 4,347-square-foot lodge, which is situated on the same site where, once upon a time, resort founder Spencer Penrose entertained his exclusive group of buddies in this wilderness enclave.

The Ranch at Emerald Valley’s refined-luxury-meets-rustic-charm is what dreams are made of. I should know. A month prior to our trip, I dreamt we arrived at The Ranch via boats on a black lake à la Harry Potter. In reality, we wound 30 minutes up Old Stage Road in a luxury vehicle ensconced by a sea of pine.

The Ranch’s 16-acre property, nestled in Pike National Forest, weaves

Pointing to the inviting rocking chairs on the deck of our cabin at The Ranch, Hadley, never one for books, miraculously declared: “This makes me want to kick back and read all day.”

But any literary ambitions were forsaken as the kids raced over to the expansive lawn. First items of business for my son: playing horseshoes and canoeing. For my daughter: channeling Merida the Brave with archery. After mastering the targets, she and my husband moved into the woods to attempt to bag the deer and boar statues standing sentry.

My son gravitated over to archery and became obsessed, launching arrow after arrow. Despite his precise shooting, each attempt fell several feet short of the target, as he was not yet strong enough to completely pull back the string.

We urged him to move forward.

“But Dad, if I move forward, it will be bad,” he said.

“Why would it be bad?”

“If I was really hunting animals for our food, I wouldn’t be able to get that close and then we’d starve.”

CAUGHT UP IN FLY-FISHING Fortunately, starvation is not an option at The Ranch, particularly when the chef whips up three gourmet meals a day and cooks any fish you catch. And with two lakes fully stocked with rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and brown trout, success stories abound.

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walked us through the basics— from tying our own flies to casting and hooking a fish. Initially, the only thing my daughter caught was her lip on the hook, and my son was adept at snagging weeds along Penrose Lake’s shoreline.

But slowly, like the gradualness of a jigsaw puzzle being assembled one piece at a time, they became more competent and soon they were effortlessly tracing the sky with their lines.

Then Hadley got her first bite and all hell broke loose.

Hadley (screaming): “What do I do?!”

Bode (running in circles): “I don’t know! I don’t know! I don’t know!”

Fortunately, our guide came to the rescue. He grabbed the net and calmly taught Hadley how to strip the line to bring in the fish.

HORSEBACK RIDING IN HEAVEN An aspiring horsewoman, Hadley could not contain her excitement when we went horseback riding at The Ranch’s stable.

We’ve been on a few trail rides as a family but nothing quite as challenging or scenic as this. With Gray Back Peak towering above us, we climbed up and around Mount Vigil and down to Emerald Valley Road. The terrain was often steep and narrow, and I kept a mother’s eye on Bode, who had just barely met the 7-year-old minimum age requirement.

“Are you OK?” I ask.

“Yes! This is even more fun than my Nintendo DS!” That’s high praise indeed.

Almost two hours later, we arrived back at the stables jubilant, hot, tired, and hungry. We hobbled back to the lodge and saw a mirage: Two Ranch staffers greeted us with fresh peach beignets oozing with Colorado’s famous Palisade peaches.

High on life and sugar, Hadley squealed: “Our guide said I was really good and that you should buy me a horse!”

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A RELAXED ROUTINE

BACK AT THE BROADMOOR

We quickly settled into a relaxed routine during our stay at The Ranch.

In the morning, Hadley and I arise at dawn to hike the wildflower-carpeted trails, returning in time to devour what the kids deemed the “best ever” cinnamon rolls as we dined on the patio accompanied by hummingbirds visiting the sugar-water feeders.

Afternoons are for riding horses, scaling the property’s waterfall, and games on the lawn.

In the evening, we play board games, enjoy our fill of fine ranch cuisine, and listen to cowboy tunes sung around a fire.

On our last evening at The Ranch, Hadley and Bode giggle as they sashay down the cobbled pathway in adult-sized robes on our way to the hot tub, where we enjoy a soak fireside under liquid-blue moonlight.

In a short time, we’ve been loosened from the ties to our alwayson, always-connected modern society and reconnected with each other.

Leaving The Ranch would have been a tough sell if we weren’t heading to The Broadmoor. Upon arrival, we staked our claim next to the turquoise-hued infinity pool with plenty of shade, water, towels, and poolside service.

The kids raced down the slides and played in the pool all afternoon, only taking a break to cruise Cheyenne Lake in the paddleboats.

I look over at Hadley languidly sipping her third milkshake and ask her what she thinks of the experience.

“Paradise,” she swoons.

A NEW TRADITION AT PLAY Play, a luxury-retro fun emporium, is one of our favorite ways to bond at The Broadmoor; it has something for each of us. For my husband, it’s the big-screen TVs broadcasting sports. For Hadley, it’s the six-lane bowling alley. For Bode, it’s sampling kids’ cocktails like The Gutterball,

Canoeing, riding, fishing, or just enjoying the scenery are highlights of staying at The Ranch at Emerald Valley.

The author and her children took most of these family snapshots themselves during their stay.

made with triple-chocolate milk and whipped cream. As for me, I enjoy sinking back into one of the leather couches and noshing on globally inspired fare like Huli Huli Chicken Sliders and Donburi.

A LOT OF BUZZ AT THE BEE BUNCH

OK, MOM. USUALLY I’D SAY ‘NO’ BUT BECAUSE IT IS AT THE BROADMOOR, I SAY ‘YES.’”

We generally like to stay together as a family when we go on vacation, but with my husband vying for a massage at The Spa at The Broadmoor, I opted to enroll the kids in The Broadmoor’s Bee Bunch.

But there was a complication: Hadley. Although Bee Bunch is for children ages 3 to 12, our 9-year-old resolutely claims, “kids’ clubs are for babies.”

So I casually list all of the offerings listed for that day, from lawn games to trips to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, tennis lessons, pool time, or golfing.

I can see her resolve begin to yield.

“OK, Mom. Usually I’d say ‘no’ but because it is at The Broadmoor, I say ‘yes.’”

When I pick them up, I find Hadley contentedly doing crafts with a gaggle of new friends, but

Bode is nowhere to be found.

At least that’s what he’d like me to think, as he ducks under the pintsized LEGO table he and his new BFF are sharing, not yet ready to leave.

A RELUCTANT FAREWELL Our final morning is spent indulging in The Broadmoor’s Sunday Brunch.

As Bode goes for his second helping of bananas foster, he confesses: “I’m like a locomotive without brakes.”

We play at the pool until checkout, when news of our imminent departure does not go over well with Hadley.

“Mom, I didn’t get pictures of the mama swan and her baby cygnets,” she says.

“It’s too late. Your camera is packed up.”

“Can we at least go to The Broadmoor Children’s Shop?”

“You spent an hour there yesterday.”

She starts to pout.

“Hadley, are you seriously going to have a bad attitude?”

“Well, yes I am. We’re leaving The Broadmoor.”

I know, Kid. I know.

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FAMILY MATTERS

Sharing experiences and spending time together as a family provides benefits that last through the years. BY L O I S F R I E D L A N D

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lenn Whipple first visited The Broadmoor as a child with her grandmother in the 1940s. That special one-on-one time with her grandmother made a lasting impression, and today, at age 78, she’s since visited The Broadmoor countless times with her own children and grandchildren.

“It’s a cherished family tradition,” she says.

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enjoyed through the years have changed with the times. When she first visited, for example, she recalls taking ballroom dancing lessons and even winning a $200 jackpot playing Bingo in the late ’40s. But the reason and spirit of her stays remains the same: to spend quality time together as a family in a relaxing setting that offers something for everyone, and making shared memories that last a lifetime.

“I love watching my grownup adult children have all these

memories flood back from when they were here as youngsters,” she says. “The Broadmoor means so very much to me, and I’m so grateful that I can gift my family with these wonderful times of building memories together.”

TIME OUT, TOGETHER My experiences at The Broadmoor mirror those of Mrs. Whipple. I’ve brought my family—myself and my husband Richard, our daughter Rachel, our son Ben and his wife

From left to right: Ian Redfield, Emily Minton Redfield, Randall Redfield, Jack Redfield (in front), Glenn Whipple, Oggie (Ogden) Whipple, David Minton, Jarrett Minton, Elizabeth Minton, Victoria Minton and Thomas Minton.

Frances, and their mischievous 3-year-old twins—to The Broadmoor twice because it’s such a wonderful place to make memories.

My husband and I have learned The Broadmoor is the perfect setting for multigenerational gatherings, because you never have to leave. Everyone in my family has a busy lifestyle, and we enjoy different activities.

Here, we can go our separate ways at times but are never far apart, and we can come together to enjoy each other’s company.

During our last visit, Frances and Rachel took the twins to splash around in the pool, while Dick, Ben, and I challenged both the West Course and the curvaceous terrain on the Mountain Course with varying degrees of success.

Later, the three women carved out time for treatments at The Spa at The Broadmoor while the men played with the boys. Sitting in the Spa’s Mountain View Room, we didn’t want to re-enter the real world. But, knowing the family would soon gather to catch up on what we each did during the day lured us back to our living room for pre-dinner cocktails.

Thanks to an excellent babysitting service at the resort, we were free most evenings to enjoy the resort while the twins slept.

We’d bathe the twins and wrap them in fluffy white towels so big the boys looked like baby polar bears with huge blue eyes, read them bedtime stories, and then the babysitter would arrive and we’d leave for dinner.

PHOTO BY BOB MCINTYRE (1)

UNPLUG TO CONNECT Multigenerational trips are a great way to spend quality time with family.

Research conducted in 2011 by the Preferred Hotel Group (of which The Broadmoor is a member) revealed that about 40 percent

From the days of cotillions and bingo to golf and giraffes, The Broadmoor offers numerous ways for families to have fun together— including for actress Carol Channing and her family in 1961 (at right).

of all leisure travelers had taken at least one multigenerational trip within the previous 12 months.

That’s more than 20.8 million people in the U.S. alone who have vacationed with their parents, grandparents, or grandchildren in the past year.

Why? The research revealed: “Technology from our work life has invaded our home life. For many, evenings and weekends are no longer the inviolable domain of family bonding. This pace of contemporary life has made ‘escapes’ with family a paramount priority.”

SETTING IS EVERYTHING No matter whether you first visited The Broadmoor 70 years ago or

yesterday, excellence is a constant that makes family stays all the more memorable. It’s more than having every staff member smile and say “hello.” It’s the way they unobtrusively make sure you have all you need to relax and enjoy the visit. It starts with arranging for all the activities ahead of time with a concierge, and receiving a letter when you check in listing your restaurant reservations, spa appointments, tee times, and other activities. You just have to show up where you’ve decided to play or dine, and relax in between.

From the time we check in, we never feel a need to leave the resort. It’s a cherished time out—a pause in our busy lifestyles so we can reconnect.

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES WHITE LIGHTS CEREMONY

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leven pounds of sugar, 337 pounds of flour, 179 large eggs, five pounds of cinnamon, and a whole lot of candy.

The Broadmoor’s baking and pastry team made like elves last holiday season, working from detailed drawings and a supersized list of ingredients to bake, construct, and decorate a life-sized gingerbread house in the upper lobby of Broadmoor Main.

From its foundation of French-bread baguettes to its multicolored gingerbread-bricks studded with upside-down chocolate-chip “nail heads,” and colorful poured-sugar windowpane up to its ciabatta chimney—the meticulously detailed creation enticed many visitors to stop for a closer look.

“It wows you in its size, and then you start paying attention to the detail work—all the trimming, the decorative dough work, the poured sugar, and the giant carved

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chocolate piece over the mantle,” says Executive Pastry Chef Adam Thomas. “It’s a real showpiece for a baker’s art.”

For years it was a Broadmoor holiday tradition to display a themed gingerbread village. Chef Thomas and the Broadmoor’s new culinary team decided to put their own spin on things by constructing an over-the-top gingerbread house instead.

It took about a month to bake, measure, and cut all of the pieces, and another five days to assemble. Everything, the baked goods to the candy canes and pulled-sugar ribbons, was made in-house by The Broadmoor’s culinary staff.

The team didn’t rest on its laurels once the final gumdrop was placed, however. They immediately began sketching next year’s even larger design while ideas were fresh.

Says Chef Thomas: “We hope it will be a new tradition for years to come.”

The Broadmoor’s annual White Lights Ceremony marks the beginning of the holiday season, as more than a quartermillion lights and decorations are flipped on for the holidays. Scheduled for Nov. 29, 2014, the celebration also includes holiday music, story time, and other activities.

CHRISTMAS SHOP The Broadmoor’s Christmas Shop, open October through January, features rooms brimming with whimsical snowmen, ornaments, and holiday décor. Located one block east of the main Hotel at 1st Street and Lake Avenue (6 1st Street). Photos with Santa are available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturdays, Thanksgiving through Christmas.

BROADMOOR HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR The Broadmoor’s annual holiday dinner show is old-fashioned variety entertainment at its best.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Kids and their parents will enjoy a variety of holidaythemed fun during the season, such as Wassail Tea, Elf Stories, Breakfast with Santa, and more.

SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS EASTER Make reservations early for The Broadmoor’s Easter Sunday brunch—it’s not to be missed.

Highlights also include a Kids’ Tennis Slam Jam clinic, Storytime with Mother Nature, and an Easter Carnival with a variety of crafts, food, and fun.

CALLING ALL KIDS!

A trip to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Outdoor nature walks.

Dangling from the monkey bars at the on-site playground.

These are just a few of the kid-friendly activities you will find at The Broadmoor. Here are some of the year-round and seasonal offerings that will make your family vacation a breeze.

MEMORIAL DAY This weekend is The Broadmoor’s Summer Kickoff Party on the North Lawn with face painting, cotton candy spinning, a magic show, and storytime.

Kids will stay busy all weekend with paddleboat races and round robin-tournaments, where you’ll meet the resort’s tennis pros for a fun family tennis activity.

4TH OF JULY Independence Day traditions are alive and well at The Broadmoor. The whole family will love several days of family-friendly activities that include Huck Finn Fishing, Milkshake Mania, a water balloon toss, Zoo Animals on Parade, and the Red, White and Blue Carnival, with carnival games, refreshments, bounce houses, and a climbing wall.

Kids—and their parents­­—love familyfriendly activities like spending time at The Broadmoor’s outdoor infinity pool, which features a waterslide and optional private cabana service.

LABOR DAY The Broadmoor’s Farewell to Summer Party will help you end your summer with a bang. The entire weekend is filled with fun like a movie marathon, an improv show, s’mores roasting, cookie decorating, and scavenger hunts.

HOLIDAY SEASON Beginning with Thanksgiving and the festive White Lights Ceremony—when more than 250,000 strands of lights are switched on to signal the start of The Broadmoor’s holiday season—through the Christmas season with our holiday show and seasonal Christmas Shop, and lasting through our New Year’s Eve celebration, The Broadmoor puts on the ritz and pulls out all the stops to make your celebrations special.

Visit broadmoor.com/eventcalendar or call 855-6648550 for more information.

POOL Whatever the weather and regardless of the season, The Broadmoor has you covered. The indoor Spa Pool, outdoor hot tub, and heated lap pool are open year-round, and when summer temperatures are scorching, cool off at the infinity-edge pool with a beach-style wade-in slope. As the kids splash around in the children’s wading pool or barrel down the two waterslides, soak up the vistas under the backdrop of Cheyenne Mountain on the deck or in your private cabana. Rent an electric tender or paddleboat and coast around adjacent Cheyenne Lake to complete the experience.

BEE BUNCH The Broadmoor’s acclaimed children’s program is a kid’s dream come true. Children ages 3 to 12 delve into age-appropriate activities such as hiking, golf and tennis lessons, fitness classes, themed movie programs,

interactive storytelling, field trips to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and much more.

Bee Bunch begins on Memorial Day weekend and runs through Labor Day. It’s also available on weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas. The resort maintains a staffing ratio of one counselor to every five campers.

The Bee Bunch Room is located on the Lower Level of the West building.

PRIVATE CHILDCARE Parents occasionally need a night without children. The Broadmoor offers private childcare for little ones as young as 6 months old. All babysitters are CPR-certified and have been background checked. Three-hour minimum per session. Prices start at $12 per hour for the first sibling, $15 per hour for the second sibling. Reservations should be made no less than one week in advance. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy.

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Born of legend, bred for pleasure, Flying Horse is a place of extraordinary possibilities. With breathtaking vistas, beguiling recreational amenities, magnificent custom-crafted homes by the area’s most celebrated

builders, and yes—a pulse-fluttering 18-hole championship golf course designed by the legendary master, Tom Weiskopf—this storybook community reflects the absolute finest in luxury living.

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While Flying Horse is renowned for its golf, our award-winning club has been said to rival the finest resorts of Europe. If your soul yearns for offerings and services so handsome, so complete, so luxurious they defy comparison, The Club at Flying Horse is your choicest of choices.

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The Clubhouse

Sweeping terraces, an open-air fireplace, family and fine dining, and spectacular views of both the golf course and the mountains, make the Golf Clubhouse at Flying Horse the absolute best in high-styled entertainment.

The Athletic Club & Spa

Imagine a club whose amenities play as gently to the spirit as they do to the body, and you’ll begin to understand why the Athletic Club & Spa at Flying Horse is more than worthy of the extravagant superlatives used to describe it.

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Colorado Springs is poised to once again become an international destination for art and art education.

Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz is a chance for top musicians and fans to intermingle at The Broadmoor.

Historic Pauline Chapel, built by Julie Penrose, hosts a performance series each summer.

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From The Broadmoor Art Academy to today’s Bemis School of Art, art education in Colorado Springs continues to break the mold.

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In 1919 a group of citizens that included Julie Penrose—wife of The Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose—and Alice Bemis Taylor brought several local art groups together to form The Broadmoor Art Academy in Colorado Springs. Julie, who had taken up residence at the El Pomar estate, donated her former downtown home on Dale Street to the school.

The Penroses funded the academy. But this was no hobby art center. The Penroses and the other founding members recruited top American artists to teach master classes in the traditional style of drawing and painting. “It was a serious art school, attracting artists who intended to make it their life’s work,” says Blake Milteer, museum director and chief curator for the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. Like most art academies at the time, the Broadmoor Art Academy did not grant degrees, but its prestige was unmistakable.

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Neoclassical painter and illustrator Maxfield Parrish visited the academy and later painted a portrait of The Broadmoor hotel, at Spencer Penrose’s request. A reproduction of Parrish’s 1921 work—with artistic license placing the lake in front of the hotel instead of behind it—still hangs over the reception desk in the hotel lobby. Western artist and longtime Colorado Springs resident Charles Craig painted a mural in what is now La Taverne restaurant. The mural was moved to the Carriage House Museum on the hotel grounds in 1939, during a renovation.

Other famous instructors included illustrator Boardman Robinson—who was pivotal in developing the academy—muralist Edgar Britton, photographer Laura Gilpin, and painter Randall Davey. Impressionist painter and muralist Robert Reid of New York was recruited to teach figuredrawing classes. Swede John F. Carlson came to teach his specialty: landscape painting.

“The essence was that the training here was academic, classic, and traditional,” Milteer says.

In Europe at that time, the avant-garde style was gaining popularity, with artists like Picasso and Matisse breaking all the rules. They created works that were incomprehensible to many Americans, explains Milteer.

America’s adherence to traditional art styles remained steadfast through the 1920s. Our iconic images were of the West, with artists like Charles Russell and Thomas Moran depicting scenes that were pure Americana. That fascination with the West, combined with the school’s location in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West, surely contributed to the academy’s success.

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By 1930, the Great Depression had set in. Enrollment declined, so the art academy expanded its scope to offer exhibitions and performances in addition to the academic curriculum. According to Milteer, it was one of the first arts centers in the West, if not the U.S., to take that three-pronged approach to promoting art.

In 1935, to reflect the broader scope, the academy changed its name to the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and moved into a new building.

The Broadmoor Art Academy morphed into the Fine Arts Center School.

1940s

In the mid-’40s, the school changed its focus from traditional art forms to design and abstraction but continued to bring in recognized instructors. And it became one of three prestigious lithography centers in the nation.

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In 1967, when the Fine Arts Center underwent its first expansion, the school transformed again, this time adding the Bemis School of Art for Children.

“It was a smart move at the time,” Milteer says, noting a cultural shift in America at the time that championed art education for children.

AN ART SCHOOL WITH COMPETENT INSTRUCTORS IN A PLACE REMOTE FROM CENTERS OF ART EXHIBITIONS AND TEACHING HAS A MORE DIRECT INFLUENCE [ON A COMMUNITY].

PEOPLE ALWAYS ARE MORE INTERESTED IN WHAT THEY DO THAN IN WHAT THEY SEE, AND THERE IS AN ADMIRABLE CHANCE TO DEVELOP A FRESH AND STRONG SCHOOL OF LANDSCAPE PAINTING IN THE WESTERN PART OF THE COUNTRY.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES, JUNE 6, 1920

An ardent champion of the arts, The Broadmoor’s first lady Julie Penrose (left) established a lasting legacy with The Broadmoor Art Academy.

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The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center’s year-long celebration of artist Georgia O’Keeffe includes an exhibition of black-and-white photographs by Myron Wood.

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Fine Arts Center celebrates The Year of Georgia O’Keeffe in 2015.

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FUTURE “This once was a destination for artists from all over,” Milteer says. “And that is what we have to be again. We want our arts culture to bring people to the Pikes Peak region.”

In other words, the Bemis School is aspiring to be what The Broadmoor Art Academy once was: A premier destination art school for students who want to make art their life’s work. “Our competition isn’t other art schools,” says Board of Trustees Chair Jim Raughton. “It’s not the cineplex or sporting events. It’s the landscape itself. We need to get art classes out there, to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods and Cave of the Winds. We need to incorporate them into our identity.”

There’s even talk of taking art classes to guests at The Broadmoor Hotel, or having hotel guests come and take short, intensive courses. The school might revive the old artist-in-residence program. “I think what we are looking at is just opening up a greater spectrum of offerings,” Thomas says.

Milteer agrees: “Right now the vision is clear,” he says. “The FAC and Pikes Peak Region are poised to be a huge arts destination again.”

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PAINT BY NUMBERS IN ITS FIRST decade of operation, The Broadmoor Art Academy hosted about 1,600 students annually. Today, the Bemis School of Art at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center hosts three times that many each year.

Visit csfineartscenter. org/education.asp for more information.

he Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center (FAC) will focus much of its multidisciplinary programming throughout 2015 on the feminine influence, Southwestern culture, and the artist who embodies both: Georgia O’Keeffe.

Hailed as The Year of Georgia O’Keeffe, 2015 at FAC will feature the international traveling exhibition, Eloquent Objects: Georgia O’Keeffe, and Still-Life Art in New Mexico. This will be the only regional presentation of this first-ofits-kind exhibit and will showcase artwork by O’Keeffe and her contemporaries. Additionally, a photo exhibition in the spring will celebrate the wealth of iconic black-and-white photographs that Myron Wood captured of O’Keeffe.

The theater will feature programming that celebrates strong, talented women. Several classes at the FAC’s Bemis School of Art will also draw from themes from O’Keeffe’s work.

“Georgia O’Keeffe stands as one of the most famous and endearing artists of our time,” says Nechie Hall, the FAC’s interim president and CEO. “Her work shaped the world’s image of the American Southwest, and we see her and her contemporaries as a perfect fit for us at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center.”

In addition to the core O’Keeffe exhibition, the Fine Arts Center will also exhibit its own O’Keeffe painting, Dark Iris No. 1 from 1927, along with works by other artists, and a related selection of Hispanic, Pueblo, Hopi, and Navajo objects from its extensive permanent collection. —Warren Epstein For more information, call the FAC at 719-634-5583.

IN THE STUDIO (DETAIL), 1980, GELATIN SILVER PRINT. PHOTOGRAPH BY MYRON WOOD © PIKES PEAK LIBRARY DISTRICT, 002-9147

Today the school serves the full spectrum of art needs in the community. With art classes on the chopping block at many elementary and secondary schools, the Bemis School tries to fill the gap for students who thrive on and are talented in art, says Bemis School Director of Education Tara Thomas.

In 2007, the Fine Arts Center underwent its second major expansion and again examined its purpose, mission, and role in the community, Milteer says. “We’ve really been thinking about our history,” says Milteer. “The great strengths of the Broadmoor Art Academy and the early Fine Arts Center School are still relevant. Whatever we do in the future should give a nod to the past.”

While the early, very traditional approach to art education may not appeal to many young artists today, the basic skills still need to be taught.

“We’re grappling with all that,” Milteer adds.

Thomas says the school has become more community friendly in recent years. It has classes for at-risk teenagers, for example. There’s a Military Artistic Healing program for active military and vets that is operated in partnership with AspenPointe, a behavioral and mental health facility.

And the school has an outreach program with Colorado Springs schools to augment their diminished art-education resources.

“We’re trying to change the impression that we are an elite operation,” Thomas says.

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Inspired by the PBS show Soundstage on which he performed nearly 40 years ago, Earl Klugh invited two of his guitar heroes— Jonathan Butler and Chuck Loeb—to perform with him at the 2014 Weekend of Jazz.

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It’s amazing what music legend Earl Klugh can do with six strings, three days, and a handful of jazz icons.

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Below, from far left to right: Gregory Porter, David Benoit, Jonathan Butler, Earl Klugh, Chuck Loeb, Dave Koz and Oleta Adams.

popular Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor runs April 9–11, 2015. Twonight packages include lodging and admission start at $438 per person.

Three Night Packages are currently available on a wait-list basis only.

Please visit weekendofjazz.com/Broadmoor or call 844-602-5092

n 2004, jazz acoustic guitarist Earl Klugh put America’s great musical contribution to the world on the main menu of events at The Broadmoor with his Weekend of Jazz. The annual affair attracts aficionados from across the country.

They come to the resort in early April for three evening concerts, each of which draws a sold-out crowd. Resort-package guests also enjoy offerings such as “Yoga Stretch with Earl Klugh,” culinary experiences, and much more.

Detroit-born Klugh is a master who teases an unmatched sound out of his guitar’s six nylon strings.

He appeared on his first album when he was just 16. And, since the release of his first recording as a band leader in 1976, he has recorded more than 35 albums, two dozen of which made it to Billboard’s top-ten list of jazz albums. He has also received 13 Grammy nominations.

During the 11th annual WOJ in April 2014, Klugh offered a few clues about the event’s origins— clues that clearly reflect his long-held view that “music has no boundaries.”

Back in 1978, Klugh was invited to perform on the PBS show Soundstage with any two guitarists of his choice. He selected George Benson, a jazz guitarist with whom Klugh played as a teenager, and Chet Atkins, a country musician known for

creating the “Nashville sound” and whom Klugh identifies as his biggest inspiration.

The Soundstage format inspired Klugh to weave what is called the “Night of Guitars” into the WOJ lineup. In 2014, Klugh invited Jonathan Butler and Chuck Loeb to join him. As Klugh explains, “I see this as an opportunity to have a good time, to do something more off-the-cuff. You make up a song list, and with great players that’s about all you need.”

Although the event is dominated by popular-jazz sounds from the likes of saxophonist Dave Koz, vocalist Oleta Adams, and pianist David Benoit, Klugh adds spice by exposing the audience to artists like Gregory Porter, 2014 Grammy winner for best jazz-vocal album.

Porter and the members of his adventurous quartet step outside the pop-jazz box. “I’m sure there were many people in the audience who had never heard of [Porter],” Klugh says, “but I saw the reaction and how much people enjoyed his music.” After all, in Klugh’s view, the weekend is about educating the audience as well as providing top-shelf entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

“During the first Weekend of Jazz, we never thought it would grow to where it is today,” says Klugh. It just goes to show what can happen when you combine a majestic location with an astute and talented artist.

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Dressed in White Pauline Chapel is also available for wedding ceremonies.

Call 719-471-6330 for information.

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The Broadmoor’s summer concert series brings eclectic sounds to one of its oldest and most beloved buildings. BY M I N DY S I N K

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“The only other place you get something like this is in Europe,” says Ken Miller, Director of Music and Entertainment at The Broadmoor, who curates the program every year. “It’s such a cool, different offering. I don’t know of any other hotels in the United States doing this.”

And even in Europe—where churches frequently host concert series—you’d be hard-pressed to find bands like The Flying W Wranglers or Mango fan Django on the playbill.

“We get a variety of genres,” Miller says of the local music groups that play on Fridays. “The Wranglers come in and tear it up, and it’s a hoot.

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The Broadmoor String Orchestra [which Miller directs] premieres works here. We’ve had the internationally known Veronika String Quartet and solo guitarists.”

But a group’s fame doesn’t always correlate to its popularity, Miller explains. The Broadmoor Brass Quintet draws the biggest crowds, for example, and he ranks performances by the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale among the most memorable. “The children look you right in the eye and come out in the audience and take your hand and sing to you.”

“Pauline Chapel has incredible acoustics,” says Miller. The three-story chapel produces natural reverberation that Miller calls magical.

Miller encourages Broadmoor guests to head over to the chapel around 3 p.m. on Fridays to enjoy a glass of lemonade or a cup of hot chocolate (depending on the day’s weather) and then listen to the music. “People love it. It’s a great start to the weekend.”

Spencer Penrose hired Colorado Springs architect Thomas MacLaren to design the chapel. The original furnishings included a collection of 16th and 17th century religious artifacts acquired during the Penroses’ travels.

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LET’S HAVE A REVIVAL BUILT IN 1919 AND dedicated as a Catholic church in 1925, Pauline Chapel’s Spanish Colonial Revival style was inspired by early Christian basilicas. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the church is nondenominational and open for weddings and to the public on Sunday mornings at 9 a.m., as well as for the Friday recitals.

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Find superb souvenirs, just-right gifts, and must-have luxury items with this comprehensive listing of The Broadmoor’s retail shops.

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THE GREAT REPUBLIC The Great Republic specializes in 19th-century United States flags, exceptional period maps, and oneof-a-kind Americana, as well as vintage British Empire and American sporting antiques and collectibles.

Located in the retail courtyard.

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BASE CAMP The headquarters for all of The Broadmoor’s Wilderness Experience properties, Base Camp can outfit your next excursion with first-rate brands like Patagonia, Filson, and Barbour. Home to the Peak Fly Shop, offering guided trips around Colorado. Located in the South Tower.

THE BOUTIQUE AT THE BROADMOOR An extensive variety of ladies accessories, apparel, and jewelry from top designers including Lilly Pulitzer, Kate Spade and Joseph Ribkoff.

Located along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR CHILDREN’S SHOP Pick out the perfect gift for the kids or grandkids with toys for all ages and specialty apparel, from infant to size 12. Located in the shopping plaza between the South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR CHRISTMAS HOUSE Dreaming of Christmas? From early October through early January, the Christmas House has everything you need for a picture-perfect family holiday celebration. One block east of Broadmoor Main at 1st Street and Lake Avenue.

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THE BROADMOOR HABERDASHERY Distinctive clothing and accessories for men featuring Tommy Bahama, Robert Graham, Scott Barber, Bills Khakis, Fullum & Holt, XMI, and J.Z. Richards. Located in the shopping plaza between the South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR JEWELRY COMPANY Exquisite pieces for the most discerning tastes. Located next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR SHOP Souvenir T-shirts and other signature items for men, women, and children.

Includes the Peter Millar Crown Shop. Also features sundries, film, daily newspapers, and snacks. Located in the lobby of the West Tower.

CHEYENNE GOURMET Gourmet food, cookware, and kitchen gadgets from Mackenzie Childs, Bella Toscana, and Le Cadeaux.

Beautiful made-to-order gift baskets are shipped anywhere in the United States. Also ask about weekly cooking demonstrations. Located next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

THE COSMETIC SHOP AT THE BROADMOOR Luxury cosmetic and skin-care lines from industry notables Trish McEvoy, Laura Mercier, Bobbi Brown, Acure, Juice Beauty, and Kiehl’s. Fragrances for men and women. Makeup application by appointment. Located in the shopping plaza between the South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

ESPRESSO/NEWS Enjoy your daily news with a special coffee and delectable pastry. Located in the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

FITNESS SHOP Fashionable activewear and swimwear for men and women. Located on the second floor of the Golf Clubhouse, mezzanine level.

THE BROADMOOR GALLERIES—TRADITIONAL Exhibiting the finest in locally, nationally, and internationally known artists working in a variety of media, from oil paintings to bronze sculptures and etchings to hand-blown glass work. Located in the Northmoor building.

Retail shops at The Broadmoor include selections from the country’s top brands as well as unique items that you won’t find anywhere else.

THE BROADMOOR GALLERIES – WESTERN, WILDLIFE, AND SPORTING GALLERY Featuring the nation’s best Western and wildlife artists. Historic and contemporary pieces explore the the genre in a medley of styles. Located in the Southmoor building.

GIBSON’S MINERAL GALLERY This unique gallery features exotic stones and striking fossils used in a variety fixtures and settings. Designs include furniture, mounted specimens, jewelry, and even original board games. Located in the Northmoor building.

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THE SALON SHOP Featuring products from Bumble & Bumble and Barex Italiana, plus a wide range of hair care, nail care, and styling products. Try our treatment cosmetic line, Colore Science Mineral Makeup. Located on the second floor of the Golf Clubhouse.

THE SIGNATURE SHOP Branded Broadmoor gifts and apparel. Located next to the lobby of Broadmoor Main.

SPA SHOP Skincare products from Sonya Dakar, B. Kamins, and Somme Institute. Spa robes, bath and body products and accessories, candles, aromatherapy, and relaxation aids. Third floor of the Golf Clubhouse.

TENNIS PRO SHOP Tennis and fitness apparel, footwear, equipment, accessories, and swimwear. Racquet customization and rental equipment also available. Lessons can be arranged year-round.

Lower level of the Golf Clubhouse.

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GOLF PRO SHOP Full-service shop featuring men’s and women’s golf apparel, equipment, and accessories. Club repair and storage is available. Located in the Golf Clubhouse.

LUMA Fine crafts made in America, including clothing, handmade jewelry, eyecatching lamps and mirrors, surprising outdoor art, and kaleidoscopes.

Located along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main.

MOUNTAIN COURSE GOLF SHOP Located just over a mile up the mountain from The Broadmoor with incredible views and décor influenced by the Old West. Featuring men’s and women’s apparel and gifts with the Mountain Course logo.

Footwear and accessories from Stuart Weitzman, Donald J. Pliner, Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Ferragamo, Giuseppe Zanotti Designs, Cole Haan, Donald Pliner, Longchamps, CourageB, Orla Kiely, and Kooba.

Located along the driveway at the entrance to Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR PET BOUTIQUE Practical items every pet needs, including collars and leashes, some with The Broadmoor logo or fun prints. Treat your furry friends to a pet-friendly snack while you shop.

Located in the shopping plaza between the South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

THE BROADMOOR E-STORE Signature apparel and gifts, spa products, gift baskets, and limitededition artwork all available online.

Go to Broadmoor.com.

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The perfect place to revel in the romance of travel. Peruse guidebooks, travel literature, maps, atlases, globes, biographies, histories—all arranged by continent and country—as well as a splendid selection of travel-related accessories, necessities, and curiosities. The shop features the latest New York Times “Trade Edition” best sellers and new releases and a wonderful selection of travel-related periodicals.

Located in the shopping plaza between the South Tower and Broadmoor Main.

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Old Colorado City { Located just a few miles north of The Broadmoor off of 21st St. } SPEND THE DAY DISCOVERING THE RICH CULTURE AND COLORFUL PAST OF OLD COLORADO CITY, the first permanent town in the Pikes Peak region. Just a few minutes from The Broadmoor, you can still see reminders of the past as you walk through the tree-lined sidewalks of the present day district.

Discover over 100 fine art galleries, restaurants, gift shops, attractions, and boutiques that now fill the turn-of-the-century Colorado Midland Railroad company headquarters.

Come for the shopping! We boast the largest concentration of independent retail establishments in Colorado Springs. Explore our history by strolling through Bancroft Park, visiting Carnegie Library, or the History Center Museum. Finish your day dining at one of Old Colorado City’s diverse and delicious restaurants featuring regional and international cuisine; fine wine bars, patio dining and gourmet restaurants. Enjoy a beautiful day in one of the most charming parts of Colorado Springs. Shop, dine and discover historic Old Colorado City!

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CASCADING THROUGH TIME

A new exhibit puts visitors in the driver’s seat at The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Ride the world’s highest cog railway to the summit of Pikes Peak.

A visit to Seven Falls is like walking in the footsteps of the earliest Coloradans.

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Activities & Events Penrose Heritage Museum 11 Lake Circle, Colorado Springs. Open 9–5 p.m.

Mon.–Sat.; 1–5 p.m. Sun. Call 719-577-7065 for more information.

A model poses with the Penrose Trophy atop the winning car at the 1927 Hill Climb.

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PEAK EXPERIENCE The newly expanded Penrose Heritage Museum puts guests in the driver’s seat at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. BY J O N R I Z Z I

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isitors to the newly renovated and expanded Penrose Heritage Museum will enjoy a multimedia look at one of America’s oldest and most prestigious road races: the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Step behind the wheel of Sébastien Loeb’s Peugeot for a cockpit-eye view of the French rally star’s record-shattering run of 8 minutes and 13.878 seconds in 2013.

Another exhibit details the infamous crash during the 2012 race, when Jeremy Foley’s Mitsubishi Evolution 8 somersaulted hundreds of feet down a rocky embankment at Devil’s Playground. While Foley survived the crash, video of the event—accompanied by the mangled remains of the car—makes for a bone-chilling testament to automotive safety.

It’s all part of a new 4,000-square-foot, $3.5-million expansion devoted to the “The Race to the Clouds.” Spencer Penrose established The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 1916, two years before he founded the resort.

He also built the 19-mile Pikes Peak Highway and the 12.42-mile track on which the event has taken place 92 times in the last 98 years.

The museum, adjacent to Broadmoor Hall on Lake Circle and now known as the Penrose Heritage Museum, was founded by Penrose’s

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widow in 1941 to preserve the dozens of horsedrawn carriages and unique automobiles the couple owned.

“This is a legacy project,” says El Pomar Chairman and CEO Bill Hybl. “Part of the foundation’s mission entails preserving our founder’s legacy. This expansion will help further that mission in a very exciting, hands-on way.”

The museum’s layout mimics the sinuous path of the actual course racers ascend to reach the 14,110-foot summit. A replica of Penrose’s original Pikes Peak Toll Road drawings appears near the “starting line,” and examples of each class of car in the 13 race divisions line the course or hang suspended from the ceiling.

You’ll see the Coniff Special in which Al Rogers won three consecutive climbs (1948–50), as well as winning cars from racing family Al, Bobby, and Robby Unser.

“In the automotive industry Pikes Peak has been extremely important in the advancement of everything from driver’s uniforms to technology,” says Museum Curator Jason Campbell. “Tires, engines, electronics, safety, even aerodynamics—so many developments have been tested and tried here.”

On Aug. 21, 2014, some 160 cyclists and 30,000 spectators will converge on Colorado Springs for Stage 4 of the USA Pro Challenge.

“The Broadmoor will play a major role,” says The Sports Corp CEO and Chairman Tom Osborne.

The Broadmoor is the title sponsor of the stage, which The Sports Corp is managing. Stage 4 will begin at the Golden Bee; then the racers will lap The Broadmoor several times before heading out.

Setting the stage, so to speak, is what The Sports Corp does best.

The nonprofit organization—founded in 1978 when the U.S. Olympic Committee moved to Colorado Springs—works with sponsors, organizations, and civic leaders to elevate the profile of events large and small.

In addition to The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, The Sports Corp also manages the Paralympic Warrior Games, Rocky Mountain State Games, and Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame Gala.

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THE BROADMOOR PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB THE EVENT KICKS OFF with Pikes Peak SpeedWeek, which includes an international auto show and a Friday FanFest in downtown Colorado Springs. Airstrip Attack, two days of half-mile side-by-side high-speed roll racing and trapspeed competition on the tarmac at Colorado Springs Airport.

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he Broadmoor’s connection to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb extends well beyond the expanded museum. Both share a common founder, Spencer Penrose, and for the next three years the resort will also be title sponsor of the annual race.

“Our new relationship with the Hill Climb honors the legacy and the vision of Mr. Penrose in a special way,” says Broadmoor CEO and President Steve Bartolin. “We are delighted to partner with

one of the nation’s top motor sports events.”

“Pikes Peak is America’s Mountain, but it reaches more than our nation,” says Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Chairman Tom Osborne.

He notes that while U.S. viewers comprised 17 percent of the 1.2 million who watched last year’s Webcast, the French made up 26 percent and Italians, 21.

“Having The Broadmoor on board as our title sponsor enhances the worldwide reputation of the race in a unique and distinctive manner,” continues Osborne, who is also president and CEO of The Sports Corp, the nonprofit organization that has organized the Hill Climb since 2008. “It brings us recognition that any sports event would be honored by and ensures that The Broadmoor will be the title sponsor when we celebrate the race’s 100-year anniversary in 2016.”

PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB ARCHIVES

June 23–29; The Hill Climb is June 29.

Visit ppihc.com for more information.

French rally star Sebastien Loeb shattered the course record in 2013 with a run of 8 minutes and 13.878 seconds.

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MOVIN’ ON UP Ride the world’s highest cog rail to the summit of scenic Pikes Peak.

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en miles from colorado springs, the historic Pikes Peak Cog Railway climbs the side of the mountain that inspired the song “America The Beautiful.” Built in 1890 and purchased by The Broadmoor founder Spencer Penrose in 1895, the train’s early steam engines have since been replaced by diesel-electrics that carry riders up the steep, nine-mile ascent. During the threehour round-trip tour, a local engineer will point out the not-to-be-missed critters and sites outside the windows, including yellow-bellied

Old No. 5 Old No. 5, the steam engine that pulled the Pikes Peak Cog Railway for more than 50 years, is on display outside The Broadmoor’s International Hall.

Although the original steam engines have been replaced by diesel-electrics, the historic cog railway still carries riders up the steep, nine-mile ride to the summit of Pikes Peak.

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marmots, bighorn sheep, Minnehaha Falls, and the original settlement of Ruxton Park. At the 14,115-foot summit on a clear day, you can see all of Colorado Springs and as far as Kansas and New Mexico. Spend 30 to 40 minutes snapping photos and enjoying the crisp, clean air at the summit before returning to Manitou. Or purchase a one-way ticket, ride up, and then hike down. Although the train does run year-round, it often has to stop halfway up during winter months due to high winds and heavy snows, so plan and dress accordingly.

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ALL ABOARD! HOP ABOARD THE historic cog for a breathtaking trip to the top of explorer Zebulon Pike’s mountain and the most recognized peak in Colorado.

Check the train schedule and reserve your tickets online at cograilway.com, or call 719-685-5401.

Called “The Grandest Mile of Scenery” in Colorado, Seven Falls and Cheyenne Cañon have drawn visitors for decades.

CASCADING THROUGH TIME A visit to Seven Falls is like walking in the footsteps of the earliest Coloradans—with modern convenience.

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Drink in the View A new restaurant, named 1859, will be situated to maximize its waterfront setting.

GO WITH THE FLOW SEVEN FALLS will reopen to the public in Spring 2015 with improved infrastructure and a new on-site restaurant.

2850 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd., Colorado Springs Call 719-632-0765 or visit sevenfalls.com for more information.

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n this region of worldwide wonder and charm there is no spot more picturesque, beautiful, and awe-inspiring than the famous Seven Falls and South Cheyenne Cañon,” proclaims an early newspaper description of the Pikes Peak region. “Here are miles of massive walls of richly-colored granite rising from the murmuring stream almost perpendicular to the sky above, ending in a magnificent and most impressive climax at the wonderful Seven Falls, where nature outdoes herself in a grand display of mighty cliffs and running waters.”

Just as they have for centuries, today’s visitors to Seven Falls and Cheyenne Cañon will find miles of unspoiled scenery for hiking, sightseeing, and general enjoyment. Modern visitors will also enjoy an on-site restaurant, as well as a computerized lighting system that fills the cascading falls with a rainbow of colors each evening in a spectacular display.

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Resort Destinations If you love The Broadmoor, you’ll love these other venues and destinations that share ownership with the resort.

TOUR S & ADVEN T URES

WINDSTAR CRUISES WindstarCruises.com // 800-258-7245

Sun-drenched decks. Brilliant blue seas. And you, aboard a yacht-style cruise ship with fewer than 300 guests.

Large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach. This is how it feels to cruise on your own private yacht.

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THE GRAND CANYON RAILWAY & HOTEL Williams, Arizona thetrain.com // 800-843-8724

Let someone else do the driving, so you can enjoy the scenery. The iconic Grand Canyon Railway carries guests into one of the seven natural wonders of the world in old-world style and hospitality. Choose from a variety of lodging and rail passages that provide singleor multi-night excursions into the park.

AUSTIN ADVENTURES austinadventures.com // 800-575-1540

A leader in the adventure-travel industry for more than 39 years, Austin Adventures specializes in hiking, biking, and multisport tours around the world. They create unique, once-in-a-lifetime vacations for families, couples, groups, and solo travelers alike.

CW ADVENTURES

cwadventures.com // 800-234-6900 For 36 years, CW Adventures has provided active, immersive, and authentic travel experiences on five continents. Its more than 85 unique itineraries include Guided and Self-guided Walking trips, Safaris, Family Adventures, and Private vacations.

VERMONT BICYCLE TOURS vbt.com // 800-245-3868

VBT offers deluxe, small-group bicycling and walking tours worldwide, including destinations throughout Europe, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Vietnam, Peru, and the United States. Each trip includes all accommodations, many meals, two expert local trip leaders, unique sightseeing and cultural activities, and on-tour vehicle support.

Unlike other companies, VBT also includes roundtrip international airfare from more than 30 cities for all overseas vacations.

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FURNACE CREEK RESORT Death Valley National Park, California furnacecreekresort.com // 800-236-7916 Outside the U.S.: 303-297-2757

Built in 1927 to encourage tourism in Death Valley and as a base for its mining operation, the 224-guest-room Ranch at Furnace Creek offers a relaxed, family-friendly experience. Also, the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn at Furnace Creek has 66 guest rooms, some with fireplaces and others with terraces that overlook the swimming pool. Airstrip access adjacent to the resort and 18-hole golf course.

KINGSMILL RESORT Williamsburg, Virginia kingsmill.com // 800-832-5665 KINGSMILL RESORT, GOLF COURSE

A AAA Four Diamond resort and member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.

The resort features guestrooms, one-, twoand three-bedroom suites and cottages with access to family-friendly amenities, including a lazy-river pool complex, two championship courses and a world-class spa.

SEA ISLAND

Sea Island, Georgia seaisland.com // 800-SEA-ISLAND The only resort in the world to win four Forbes FiveStar awards for six consecutive years. In 2013, it was voted the #1 (The Lodge) and #2 (The Cloister) resorts in the continental U.S. by the readers of Travel + Leisure. Five miles of private beach, three championship golf courses, a 65,000-square-foot spa, 5,800-acre sporting club, and world class children’s programming.

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SHERATON KONA AT KEAUHOU BAY

Kona, Hawaii sheratonkona.com // 808-930-4900 Following a $20-million remodel—including several new or refreshed restaurants, an enhanced pool area and cabanas, guestroom updates, and a refreshed fitness center—the Sheraton Kona offers a blend of adventure, culture, heritage, and Hawaiian hospitality.

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Cedar Creek, Texas lostpines.hyatt.com // 512-308-1234 Not too deep in the Texas wilderness, between Austin and Bastrop, Lost Pines features 491 luxurious guest rooms and amenities within easy access to an 1,100-acre wilderness area. Activities from horseback riding to golf please all tastes.

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THE GRAND CANYON SOUTH RIM

Enjoy the Fred Harvey tradition of fine food and lodging, quality service, and unique shopping with Grand Canyon National Park Lodges, the only in-park lodging properties and experiences at Grand Canyon National Park South Rim. El Tovar (above) and Phantom Ranch are the most famous properties, but there are 908 guest rooms inside the park at other lodges around the South Rim, including Bright Angel Lodge & Cabins, Kachina Lodge, Thunderbird Lodge, Maswik Lodge, and Yavapai Lodge. Xanterra also operates recreational vehicle facilities at Trailer Village, in-park motorcoach tours, and gift stores located in historic buildings. Dining options range from fine dining in the El Tovar Dining Room to casual fare at the Bright Angel Restaurant. And, the South Rim is home to the world-famous Grand Canyon mules, with overnight rides to Phantom Ranch and the Canyon Vistas Mule Ride along the rim.

EL TOVAR

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges grandcanyonlodges.com // 888-29-PARKS A cross between a Swiss chalet and a Norwegian Villa, El Tovar is widely considered the crown jewel of Historic National Park Lodges. No two of the hotel’s 78 rooms and suites are alike. Situated on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, El Tovar is the perfect launch point for tours of the park.

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GRAND CANYON, WATCH TOWER

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THE GRAND HOTEL

Grand Canyon, Arizona grandcanyongrandhotel.com // 888-63-GRAND Outside the U.S.: 303-265-7000 The Grand Hotel is the newest lodging facility in the town of Tusayan, just one mile from the entrance to Grand Canyon National Park. The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is just a short car or shuttle bus ride away. The hotel features a saline pool and spa, restaurant and bar, and Western entertainers who perform nightly in the dining room.

Helicopter rides over the park can be arranged; they offer spectacular views of the Grand Canyon.

OHIO STATE PARK LODGES AND CONFERENCE CENTERS ohiostateparklodges.com // 800-282-7275

Comprised of five lodges and conference centers that are all easily accessible from major Midwestern hubs, these properties can accommodate small groups of 30-40 attendees to large conferences with up to 300 guests.

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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming yellowstonenationalparklodges.com 866-GEYSERLAND

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, HISTORIC YELLOW BUS

Providing the only in-park lodging, from classic historic lodges and hotels like the Old Faithful Inn and Lake Yellowstone Hotel to modern classics like the Old Faithful Snow Lodge. Cabin-style accommodations, campgrounds, and an RV Park are also available. Dining options include full to quick service, and an emphasis on tasty preparations and local and sustainable cuisine.

Guided tours and activities, plus engaging gift shops round out the visitor services. Make the best of the experience and book one of our vacation packages.

ZION NATIONAL PARK LODGE

Zion National Park, Utah zionlodge.com // 888-297-2757 Outside the U.S.: 303-297-2757

ZION NATIONAL PARK LODGE

Zion Lodge offers the only in-park accommodations and is ideally situated to place you right in the action. The main lodge is a re-creation of the original building, which burned in 1966. Cabins feature gas-log fireplaces and private porches.

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OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER 719-866-4618 // TEAMUSA.ORG Headquarters for the U.S. Olympic Committee and the Olympic Training Center program. Free guided tours are available.

PIKES PEAK An incredible 19-mile highway leads to the summit of Pikes Peak. Open year-round, weather permitting, with numerous photo stops along the way affording scenic views and myriad wildlife. You can also catch a ride to the top on The Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Feel a need for speed? Check out The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 29, where professional drivers race to the summit.

GET OUT & PLAY

Feel like venturing out? The Colorado Springs area offers countless options for off-property entertainment.

Ask The Broadmoor Concierge for information on visiting any of the following favorites.

COLORADO SPRINGS The greater Colorado Springs area offers a wealth of natural and man-made attractions.

Springs and beyond. Don’t miss Electric Safari, when more than 1 million lights and 40 animated light sculptures transform the zoo into a winter wonderland.

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO

CAVE OF THE WINDS

719-633-9925 // CMZOO.ORG This mountainside zoo, the only one of its kind in the country, features opportunities to handfeed giraffes, an expansive Encounter Africa exhibit, and sweeping views of Colorado

719-685-5444 CAVE OF THE WINDS.COM Enjoy a guided cave tour or take to the sky on the Bat-A-Pult (pictured above) or Wind Walker Challenge Course. A Terror-Dactyl ride is set to open this summer.

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Hike through towering red-sandstone formations along accessible trails with views of Pikes Peak at Garden of the Gods (above) in Colorado Springs.

SEVEN FALLS SEVENFALLS.COM Touted as the grandest mile of scenery in Colorado, Seven Falls in Cheyenne Cañon features beautiful hiking, self-guided audio tours, wildlife viewing, and a computerized night lighting system.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY 719-333-2025 // USAFA.AF.MIL Visitors can tour this modern, picturesque campus that includes the academy, Falcon Stadium, a chapel, and Arnold Hall, a museum honoring Air Force personnel.

WORLD FIGURE SKATING MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME 719-635-5200 WORLDSKATINGMUSEUM.ORG Skaters and nonskaters alike will love the displays of costumes, medals, skates, videos, and more that represent the world of figure skating.

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UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY Enjoy the natural beauty of the Front Range as you tour the nation’s youngest service academy, the United States Air Force Academy, where young men and women are turned into leaders of character for our Air Force and nation. Visit the Barry Goldwater Visitor Center to learn about the cadet experience, pick up souvenirs from the Team Store and tour Colorado’s number one manmade tourist attraction, the Cadet Chapel, an all-faith house of worship with architectural detail that is certain to capture your attention. The Academy is open to visitors for self-guided tours 360 days out of the year. The Visitor Center and Team Store are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Located just north of Colorado Springs, take I-25 to Exit 156. For more information, call 719.333.2025

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EVENTS JULY 5 RIDE FOR THE BRAND CHAMPIONSHIP RANCH RODEO Norris-Penrose Event Center. Real working cowboys compete in a series of fun team competitions.

Don’t miss the longhorn cattle drive down Tejon Street.

JUNE 29 THE BROADMOOR PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB Pikes Peak. First competed in 1916, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is the second oldest motor sports race in America. Drivers race up Pikes Peak in a bid to be crowned “king of the mountain.”

JULY 9–12 PIKES PEAK OR BUST RODEO DAYS NorrisPenrose Event Center.

Sanctioned by the ProRodeo Cowboys Association, cowboys compete in steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, tiedown roping, bull riding, and women’s barrel racing.

AUG 21 USA PRO CHALLENGE Colorado Springs. Stage 4 is a fast-paced circuit race that begins at The Broadmoor and includes climbs through Garden of the Gods and the infamous Ridge Road.

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AUG 30–SEPT 1 COLORADO BALLOON CLASSIC Colorado Springs Memorial Park. More than 75 hot-air balloons sail into the sky each morning of Labor Day weekend (weather permitting).

DOWNTOWN COLORADO SPRINGS The heart of Colorado Springs offers a wealth of dining, shopping, and entertainment in a walkable downtown area.

THE BROADMOOR WORLD ARENA 719-477-2100 WORLDARENA.COM JUL 18 // Brian Regan JUL 23 // Queen – It’s a Kinda Magic!

JUL 26 // Sara Evans & Robert Earl Keen SEP 22 // Gordon Lightfoot SEP 27 // Colorado International Tattoo OCT 2 // LA Kings vs Av’s – Battle at the Broadmoor OCT 14–15 // Beauty and the Beast OCT 21 // Last Comic Standing NOV 2 // David Sedaris DEC 31–JAN 4 // Cirque du Soleil – Varekai

PIKES PEAK CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 719-799-4138 PIKESPEAKCENTER.COM JUN 29 // Michael Jackson HIStory – Thriller JUN 30 // Gavin DeGraw and Matt Nathanson JUL 27 // Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas AUG 14 // B.B. King AUG 19 // Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo AUG 22 // Huey Lewis and the News SEP 14 // Steven Wright SEP 17 // The Temptations OCT 3 // George Thorogood and The Destroyers NOV 14 // Mannheim Steamroller DEC 27 // Junie B. in "Jingle Bells, Batman Smells" JAN 17 // Air Supply FEB 26 // Joshua Bell

COLORADO SPRINGS FINE ARTS CENTER 719-634-5581 CSFINEARTSCENTER.ORG An educational and multidisciplinary arts destination featuring fine arts, events and special exhibits.

The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center features world-class art exhibits—including the upcoming Year of Georgia O'Keeffe celebration—as well as live theater and other programming.

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EXPERIENCE WORLD-CLASS RAFTING — just one hour from The Broadmoor!

Dial your concierge at ext. 5252 for more information.

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COMMUNITY FINE ARTS CENTER THEATRE COMPANY BOX OFFICE: 719-634-5583 OCT 9–NOV 2 // Dracula DEC 11–JAN 4 // Mary Poppins FEB 12–MAR 1 // Reefer Madness MAR 26–APR 12 // 4000 Miles MAY 21–JUN 14 // Guys and Dolls

IN THE REGION COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER DIVIDE // 719-687-9742 WOLFEDUCATION.ORG Less than a one-hour drive from Colorado Springs, the center is home to wolves, coyotes, and fox living in a natural environment.

CRIPPLE CREEK 877-858-4653 VISITCRIPPLECREEK.COM A fun, historic mining town

located at the base of Pikes Peak.

Activities include restaurants and casinos, train rides on the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, trips into a mine, and much more.

MANITOU SPRINGS MANITOUSPRINGS.ORG Known for and named after the natural springs that flow through the area, Manitou Springs is a quaint community at the base of Pikes Peak that features a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment.

MANITOU CLIFF DWELLINGS MANITOU SPRINGS 719-685-5242 CLIFFDWELLINGSMUSEUM.COM Experience the preserved dwellings of the Anasazi, who lived in the Four Corners area of southwest Colorado from 1200 B.C. to 1300 A.D.

ROYAL GORGE BRIDGE AND PARK CAÑON CTY // 888-333-5597 ROYALGORGEBRIDGE.COM Experience awesome views from the world’s highest suspension bridge, which hangs 1,053-feet high and spans one-quarter mile across the canyon. Ride the world’s longest single-span aerial tram or the steepest incline railway, fly over the gorge on the Royal Rush Skycoaster, or test your courage on the Royal Gorge zipline tour.

The Olympic Training Center offers free guided tours of its state-of-the-art facilities.

Dine in a Boeing KC-97!

NAMED ONE OF THE TOP TEN RESTAURANTS FOR STUDENT GROUPS IN AMERICA

Open Daily 11:00 am - 9:00 pm 1665 N. Newport Road (one block east of Powers on Fountain Blvd.) www.TheAirplaneRestaurant.com

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Accommodates groups up to 200 Reservations suggested for Airplane Dining

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THE LEGACY CONTINUES

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rom 1938 to 1994, The Broadmoor World Arena, located on the resort's grounds, hosted international figure skating and hockey championships. Today, world-class sporting and entertainment events are held at the newly renamed Broadmoor World Arena in Colorado Springs—where, on Oct. 2, The Colorado Avalanche will face the L.A. Kings in the Battle at The Broadmoor hockey preseason game.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE WORLD FIGURE SKATING HALL OF FAME

T HE BROADMO OR WORLD ARENA

FLY COS AND TAKE A OUT OF YOUR TRAVEL DAY.

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Long lines. Traffic terminals that go for miles. It adds up.

Invest in Time Well Spent and fly through our friendly, convenient airport. #FlyWisely

AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE IS PAR FOR THE COURSE

Whether you navigate the challenges of our famed East Course, tee off on our tree-lined West Course, or take your game to new heights on our scenic Mountain Course—an unrivaled golf experience awaits you.

Recently named #1 Golf Resort in North America by Golf Magazine.

Call 855.499.8726 for tee times. broadmoor.com