Boulder

Boulder, a delightful college town located at the base of the Flatirons, a series of vivid red rock formations that lie at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Home to the University of Colorado, the town has a four-block long pedestrian mall that is lined with shops, outdoor cafes, bookstores, brew pubs and flower gardens.

Boulder Creek Bike Path, a nine-mile long jogging/biking/rollerblading path that follows Boulder Creek from a mountain canyon through the town and out into the plains. Boulder Falls is located 8 miles/13 km west of town.

Celestial Seasonings, the largest herbal tea manufacturer in the U.S. produces over a billion tea bags a year. Free tours and tasting.

Leanin' Tree Museum of Western Art, as the largest private collection of contemporary Western Art open to the public, this free museum has over 200 paintings and 85 bronzes by some of the best Western artists.

National Center for Atmospheric Research, offers free self-guiding tours of exhibits that explore the wonders of the earth's atmosphere. The unusual modern building (used as a location for Woody Allen's movie Sleeper) is in a stunning location with panoramic views.

Fort Collins

Anheuser Busch Brewery offers free tours of this new high-tech brewing center that can produce 2,200 cans of beer a minute. Free samples to those over 21.

Colorado State University has five art galleries open for tours as well as a beautiful campus in the center of town.

Poudre Canyon/Red Feather Lakes, is a narrow rock canyon near town, named in 1836 by a French group of mountain men. The area offers scenic views and hiking trails.

Horsetooth Reservoir, pretty mountain lake and state park with boating, hiking trails and picnic areas.