The beginning of the new year makes you believe in possibilities. The possibility that 2025 will be the best year, the possibility that there may be some major changes that takes place in these next 12 months, and the possibility that you will be able to spoil your loved one with a Steamboat Springs Valentine’s Day journey and a stay in one of our Grand Adventure Company romantic retreats. This guide to the latter possibility will help earn you a reputation as the best gift giver of all time during your unforgettable romantic Colorado adventures.
Let Her Sleep
Breakfast in bed is a tradition that still holds up, so let her sleep in! While you are stocking the pantry and refrigerator at the beginning of your stay, be sure to include breakfast items that you know she will enjoy and don’t forget a bottle of champagne and a jug of her favorite juice because no Valentine’s Day breakfast in bed would be complete without a mimosa on the tray!
First Tracks with Your First and Only Choice
If your Valentine isn’t much for lounging about in bed, you may want to consider purchasing a first tracks lift ticket that allows you both to experience the bliss of fresh powder during your skiing adventures. The beauty of the mountain, the quiet of your surroundings, and being able to lead the way down the slope on the first run of the day is an adventure that will not soon be forgotten. First track lift tickets should be purchased in advance, as there are a limited number available and Valentine’s Day is a very popular ski day.
To Know Her Is to Spoil Her
Your Valentine is one of those people who always puts herself last, and on this special day you will make sure to put her first with a spa experience at Waterside Day Spa & Salon. Located at 1110 Yampa Street #110 and open every day at 9 AM, this day spa has been a favorite in the area for over 15 years and is first on our list of recommendations. Offering an extensive list of services that spoil every bit of her from head to toe, if you can bear to spare her for the entire day (or at least 6.5 hours of the day), we encourage you to explore the Day of Decadence package. Beginning with an exfoliating body polish, AromaFlex massage, and lunch in their salt suite, the spoiling continues into the afternoon with an oxygenating facial, brow shaping, and an alpine arnica pedicure. She will feel like a new woman at the end of her day, but if you can’t spare her for that long, maybe you will find the Spaaah for Two more to your liking. This package includes a Signature massage (60 minutes) Signature Facial, and some time spent in their Halotherapy salt suite, with the option of adding lunch, all of which is meant for two.
A Little Ice
Although there will be plenty of the cold stuff on the ground (and maybe even in the trees) during your winter escape to Steamboat Springs for Valentine’s Day, the ice we are discussing today is the kind that glitters on her fingers. If you are considering making your Valentine yours forever or are just wanting to spoil her even more, the Jeweler’s Mine, located at 118 8th Street, should be next on your day of sumptuous treats. Engagement, promise, or just because rings, gemstone jewelry, even elk ivory handmade creations, pretty much any shiny piece you can imagine graces the shelves of this stunning store, any of which will make your Valentine feel spoiled and treasured.
A Feast for Your Senses
The time-honored tradition of a romantic meal on Valentine’s Day has become a tradition because it works, and there are many options for romance and food in the Steamboat Springs area, including Harwig’s. Located at 911 Lincoln Avenue, this French restaurant offers meals created with locally sourced ingredients and is famed for its tasting menu, created custom for you and your Valentine when you complete their “palate profile.” Also offering a chef’s pairing menu, her elevated dining dreams will come true, adding another romantic chapter to your own personal love story.
Romance Begins at Home with Grand Adventure Company
Our luxurious Steamboat ski-in ski-out vacation rentals at Grand Adventure Company are bound to be where your most comfortable romantic adventures take place. Snuggling in front of a roaring fire, watching rom coms on state of the art televisions, and of course, enjoying a breakfast feast in bed with the one you love most are just a few examples of the romantic moments you will experience. Reserve your favorite escape today!
Dreaming about vacations is one of our favorite hobbies, but when it comes time to book the flight, plan the activities, and book the accommodations, reality can be daunting as the expenses begin to add up. Fortunately, on February 5th this year, you can take care of obtaining the accommodations for your upcoming Steamboat Springs vacation getaway by booking directly with Grand Adventure Company and saving a little money as you do. February 5th is Book Direct Day, and we are excited to share all the reasons booking directly through our website will be the only way you ever want to reserve your home sweet vacation home from here on out!
Stimulating the Economy
We have all gotten used to letting our fingers do the walking to those other companies—you know, the ones with all those initials in their names? But when you book through one of those third-party platforms, your money mainly goes in the pockets of big businesses in states you may never even visit. When you book directly with Grand Adventure Company, you are shopping local, stimulating the economy, and creating a circle of success that is filled with infinite possibilities, including new restaurants, shops, and fun things to do when you return.
Flexible When It Counts
Life is filled with uncertainty, and even when you try to carefully plan out every detail, things happen. Some can be good, like that time when you were able to catch an earlier connecting flight which enabled you to start your vacation sooner. Some can be not so good, like that time you forgot to set your alarm on the last day of your vacation and slept in past checkout time. These things happen, we understand and because you booked direct from us, with a phone call or text we can work with you when possible, maybe letting you check-in a little early or extending checkout time a little later, something those larger companies with their rigid rules and inflexible regulations just won’t be willing to do.
Personally Yours
Steamboat Springs is one of our favorite places on earth, and we count ourselves lucky that a big part of our job involves sharing our passion about what makes this area so special with visitors who come in from all over the world. We can tell you about the best restaurants for celebrating a special occasion, the shops that sell the warmest and the cutest sweaters, and we can inform you on the ways you can obtain a first track pass at the ski resort, and as you ski through fresh powder, you will be thankful for the personal touch we provided. When you choose a third-party platform from which to book, that personal touch doesn’t exist; the companies aren’t even located in the area you are exploring, and if they do share some info with you, can you even trust it is accurate?
Book Direct, Save Money
Next, we arrive at the best reason of all for booking direct, the money you can save when you do. There are no fees charged for the privilege of using our website, and often, we will offer deals, exclusive packages, even discounts on last-minute rentals that will further increase the amount of money you save. Charging less for the same property you may have seen elsewhere is one of the top benefits to booking direct, enabling you to order dessert at every meal, spring for the high priced wine, or buy those colorful new ski goggles you saw at that cool boutique on your first day of your Colorado adventures. Other sites are just here to turn a profit, and they will not offer those extra deals.
Your Grand Adventures with Grand Adventure Company Are About to Begin
Choosing Grand Adventure Company for your Steamboat Springs vacation accommodations is the second best decision you have made this year, with the first being booking direct on February 5th. Offering a welcoming ambience that makes every guest feel at home, quiet luxury that makes them feel spoiled, and all the comforts that will ensure that you sleep well, relax hard, and wake up each morning feeling refreshed and ready for more Steamboat Spring adventures.
The best vacations start and end with the best vacation rentals, and we make it our mission to give you the best, ensuring that your Colorado journey will be one that you wish never had to end. Book direct from Grand Adventure Company on February 5th and start preparing for your trip of a lifetime. But what if you can’t wait that long to reserve the spot you fell in love with? Here’s another secret we can’t wait to share with you: You can book direct any day of the year and still experience all of the benefits we have listed here!
The idea of a perfect Christmas can mean different things to different people, but the main ingredients often remain the same. Spending time with family, of course, is at the top of that list, as is watching holiday movies as the snow falls gently to the ground outside and a fire crackles merrily inside, and our personal favorite, seeing how everyone decorates their homes with colorful lights, whimsical inflatables, pixel and real Christmas trees, and a joy that is a natural accompaniment to this festive season. For some, traveling to places where temps are warm and beaches are clear is what brings them happiness, but we at Grand Adventure Company are talking to our people, the ones who prefer the original picture we painted and maybe even imagine the mountains in the background, and for them, this guide for seeing Steamboat Springs Christmas lights and displays will bring a holiday that warms the heart.
Light up the Night, November 29th, Routt County Courthouse Lawn, 6 PM
It’s the traditions that make us fall deeper in love with Christmas and just because you are traveling it doesn’t mean you will have to give up all of yours. The day after Thanksgiving, in addition to being Black Friday, is the traditional date for putting up Christmas decorations, and Steamboat Springs celebrates the right way with this quick but memorable night of lights. People gather on the Routt County Courthouse Lawn, meeting with Santa, enjoying Christmas cookies and hot cocoa, and waiting for our local fire department to drop hundreds of white ping pong balls down on them, each one marked with some sort of special discount to local stores and restaurants. The skies will be dark, the snow will be white and plentiful, and those white balls are destined to be a little difficult to find but find them you will and hopefully before 6:30 when, with the flick of a switch, the colorful lights of the courthouse Christmas tree will light up the night. This brief adventure will offer a holiday singalong, happy children, and the first opportunity to see our Main Street lit up for the season.
Holiday Balloon Glow, December 21st, Steamboat Ski Resort
Join us for an evening of sensory delight. View the beauty of four magnificent hot air balloons that will illuminate the Mountain Village from 5:30-6:30pm. Spectators can stroll among the standing balloons or watch from the warmth of a slope side eatery. Enjoy night skiing and swing by Timber & Torch or The Range Food and Beverage Hall to warm up and enjoy dinner and drinks. Get ready for the Steamboat Light the Night Balloon Glow Celebration to kick-off the holidays!
Santa Visits in His Study, December 2, 9, 16, 17, & 23, Routt County Courthouse Lawn
Not everyone is going to be able to be here Thanksgiving weekend, but the County Courthouse Christmas tree, the lights of Main Street, and more than a few trees on Forrest Avenue will remain lit through New Year’s, ensuring that you will be able to enjoy a shimmering and colorful night every night of your Steamboat Springs visit. And on select nights, although there won’t be any ping pong ball drops, Santa will set up shop in his study, also found on the Routt County Courthouse lawn, waiting to hear your kiddos wish list as he poses for the pictures your children will treasure. These exciting moments are the ones you will remember long after your children have grown and started having children of their own.
Santa Saddles Up, December 14th, Steamboat Stage
Steamboat is excited to bring back the tradition of the Santa Horseback Procession. Santa will ride into the resort from the Torian Plum Area right down the slopes into the heart of Steamboat Square, escorted by legendary locals Bob Dapper and Dean Vogelaar. The event begins promptly at 1:00 pm and takes just a few minutes. Make sure to be here early not to miss it. Immediately following the ride, Santa will be available on the Steamboat Stage to visit with guests and take pictures. Complimentary hot chocolate and cupcakes will be available. Skeeters ice rink will also be open for skating.
A Very Steamboat Holiday Festival, Mid-December, Routt County Courthouse Lawn
For over 100 years, the Routt County Courthouse has represented justice in Steamboat Springs, its stately architecture adding an elegance to our wild west town, but, as you can see from this page, it has also been the centerpiece of our holiday celebrations. The dates haven’t been released as of yet for the annual Very Steamboat Holiday Festival, traditionally held the middle weekend of December, so we will update shortly. In any case, this last festival before the jolly man makes his trips down the chimney offers a few hours of fun (it starts at 11, ends at 2) guaranteed to build the anticipation to new heights of thrilling. Offering Santa in his study where a free family photo can be taken, giving travelers a wonderful souvenir of their Steamboat getaway. Outside in Santa’s Workshop, your little elves will have the opportunity to craft a holiday gift with the help of the elves from our local 4H club. Hot cocoa will be served and the snow will blanket the landscape creating a holiday picture of perfection that you will never forget.
Holiday Drone Show, December 14th, Steamboat Square
Join us at Steamboat Resort for an unforgettable evening of magic and wonder! As the sun sets on the sky will come alive around 5:30 PM with a mesmerizing drone show that captures the heart of Steamboat’s spirit and the festive holiday season. Watch as lights dance through the air, creating dazzling formations that will leave you in awe. Bring your friends and family to experience this one-of-a-kind celebration—it’s a night of spectacular sights and unforgettable memories you won’t want to miss!
Steamboat Springs Christmas Wanderings
Some of your favorite light and decoration displays may be found in the neighborhoods in which your Grand Adventure Company holiday hideaway is located. Just like at home, the communities will be filled with homes decorated in their finest Christmas attire, featuring colorful lights, whimsical inflatables, and upon occasion, synchronized music that will make you tap your feet and sing along. Our Colorado locals outdo themselves every year, and as you explore the homes around your escape, you know that in just a few short moments you will be back in your Steamboat Springs vacation rental, sipping hot cocoa, and preparing for the big day. Reserve your favorite escape today!
Travel has changed quite a bit over the decades and not just due to advances in technology, but more because we no longer are willing to sacrifice comfort and luxury when we explore the world. We have stopped thinking that our Steamboat Springs vacation accommodations are “just a place to sleep between adventures,” and if your vacation journey is leading you to Steamboat Springs, choosing our Grand Adventure Lodging Colorado sanctuaries will be all the proof you need. Offering the comfort you crave, the space you need, and the luxuries you deserve, the difference between condo and hotel will immediately be clear, but if you aren’t yet convinced, this guide will help you see why Grand Adventure Lodging is a far better choice than a hotel.
The Space You Need
We remember the vacations we experienced as children, vacations we spent with our siblings and parents all sleeping in one room and worst of all sharing a single bathroom. Tempers would flare, arguments would happen, and sleep would be hard to accomplish. When you choose one of our Colorado escapes for your accommodations, however, even the smaller places offer the space you need, and better yet, doors to shut when tensions are high. Not having to share a single bath is especially appreciated in the mornings, as everyone has to get ready at the same time, and when night falls and you return home once again, everyone having their own spaces to retreat to (again with those doors that shut firmly) can help your family regain its peace and harmony.
All the Comforts of Home
Steamboat Springs is famed for its stunning landscape and visitors can’t help but want to spend as much time outside as they do inside, hiking, biking, and fishing in the warmer months and skiing, snowboarding, and sledding during the winter months. But when the sun sets on your day’s adventures, a hotel room won’t provide the comforts our sweet escapes will offer. The sofas in our living rooms will invite you to sink into their cushioned softness, premium beds topped with silky linens will give guests the best night’s sleep of their lives, and when you choose a sanctuary with its own private hot tub, aching muscles will be instantly soothed when you submerge yourself in their bubbling depths, something that hotels rarely offer.
More Ways to Save
Even as our condos may seem to cost more at first, let’s take a moment and explore all the ways you can save money by choosing Grand Adventure Lodging over a cramped and sterile hotel room, starting with our fully equipped kitchens. Offering modern appliances, custom cabinetry, and all the small appliances you need to ensure your beverage needs are all met, although we don’t suggest you eat every meal at home, there are many wonderful restaurants in town that we encourage you to explore but being able to dine with us at least a few times can help the savings add up.
Amenities Make All the Difference
Our vacation homes and condos are designed to be an integral part of your vacation experience, so much so that you may find yourself wanting to spend at least one day at home with us, exploring all the amenities we offer. Condos with community pools are much loved during the warmer months, and the hot tubs, either private or within the community, are appreciated every day of the year, adding healing benefits with a touch of romance as you soak with your favorite traveling partner, perhaps catching sight of a few shooting stars. The romance continues inside with many spaces offering fireplaces in the living rooms (or bedrooms of some of our luxury escapes), deep soaking tubs in en suite baths, and bedrooms so serene, tranquil, and comfortable, retreating to these spaces will make every night your favorite. Also offering barbecue grills, laundry rooms or closets with stackable units, we understand that every detail is important, and we pay attention to them all.
Experience the Luxury You Deserve on Your Steamboat Springs Vacation
Even a luxury hotel room will pale in comparison to what we offer and although each space is different, every guest will feel welcomed and treasured for the entirety of their stay. Updated fixtures in bathrooms and kitchens, state of the art televisions in the bedrooms and living rooms, and high end appliances that will bring the joy back to your cooking experiences, all the luxuries will make you wish your Colorado vacation in the beautiful mountain town of Steamboat Springs will never have to end.
Are you Convinced?
Your Steamboat Springs vacation deserves to be one you will never forget and choosing Grand Adventure Lodging will be the first and most important step. Reserve your favorite Colorado sanctuary today and discover even more reasons our spaces will make all the difference in your vacation experience. We even offer pet friendly options!