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TOP 5 Luxury Cruise Lines for Your Next Vacation
Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.
With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury.
5DENVER | CO | We made a list that factors in travelers.amongratings,affordability,itineraryhealthandreputationexpertsand REGENTOCEANIASILVERSEASEVEN SEAS WINDSTARSEABOURN 1 2 3 4 5
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Guard and Grace Modern steakhouse serving chops, small plates & fine wines in an airy space with a raw bar & patio. 1801 California
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www.guardandgrace.com Corinne Restaurant Upscale American eatery & bar with a warm, relaxed vibe at the stylish Le Méridien hotel. 1455 California
Root Down A converted filling station is an artful, high-energy venue for creative American small plates. 1600 W 33rd
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Rioja Locally sourced, imaginative Mediterranean dishes & wines in a high-energy dining room. 1431 Larimer St, Denver, CO El Five Spanish & MediterraneanEasternsmall plates & drinks served in a funky, buzzy top-floor penthouse. 2930 Umatilla St Unit #500, Denver, CO Tavernetta Upscale, buzzy Italian hot spot from an acclaimed team with an open kitchen & a fireplace 1889lounge.16th St Mall, Denver, CO
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ChoLon Chef Lon Symensma puts together an elegant Southeast Asian menu at this sleek dining 1555destination.BlakeSt #101, Denver, CO The Bindery Creative plates & pastries produced in this easygoing allday market & dining spot. 1817 Central St, Denver, CO Avelina Strikingly modern decor & a cosmopolitan vibe go with clever contemporary American plates & 1550drinks.17th St, Denver, CO Ocean Prime Upscale chain known for its sophisticated decor, long wine list & classic steak & seafood 1465menu.Larimer St, Denver, CO Hop Alley Hip Chinese restaurant featuring modern shared plates, plus craft beer, cider & clever cocktails. 3500 Larimer St, Denver, CO Beckon A pre-paid, ticketed dining experience with ever-changing, seasonal menus & chef’s counter 2843seating.Larimer St, Denver, CO
Ultreia Spanish tapas, Portuguese petiscos and more in a murallined, split-level Union Station 1701space.Wynkoop St #125, Denver, CO
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Colorado Indian Market and Southwest Art Fest
Cinco de Mayo Festival
The Colorado Indian Market and Southwest Art Fest features the works of 200 talented artists and craftsmen, plus tribal dances, award-winning entertainers, artist demonstrations, culinary booths and interactive attractions. The festival is a celebration of Native American, Southwestern and Western culture and arts. Learn more at dashevents.com.
Mar 17 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Held on a weekend before or after the Irish holiday, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the largest celebrations in the state each year. Celebrate community and Irish culture with family and friends — and of course, plenty of green beer — in downtown Denver. Learn more at denverstpatricksdayparade.com.
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EVENTSJan15-17
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The Cinco de Mayo Festival is one of the largest cultural events in the state. Produced by NEWSED Community Development Corporation, the festival features live entertainment, hundreds of exhibitors and vendors, traditional food and drink, a parade, and more at Civic Center Park. Details at cincodemayodenver.comm.
Denver PrideFest
Considered one of the top pride events in the country, Denver PrideFest is a free two-day festival celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ community at Civic Center Park. PrideFest features activities and entertainment for all ages, parades, a 5K, music and live entertainment. Proceeds help support vital programs and services that positively impact the LGBTQ community in Colorado. Learn more at denverpride.org.
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12 | DENVER | CO | FOUR APPS to help you save moneyfor FREE 1. MINT 2. GOODBUDGET 3. EVERYDOLLAR 4. PERSONAL CAPITAL
This apps offers a zero-based budgeting framework that’s simpler than many other apps. You can manually enter incoming and outgoing money throughout the month. Also, you can categorize line items and set reminders.
This is primarily an investment tool, but its app includes features helpful for budgeters looking to track their spending. You can connect and monitor check ing, savings and credit card accounts, IRAs, 401(k)s, mortgages and loans.
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Mint tracks your expenses and places them in budget categories. It syncs many accounts: checking and savings, credit cards, loans, investments and bills. You can also set limits, and Mint lets you know if you’re approaching those limits.
Goodbudget is more about planning for your finances than tracking previous transactions. This app is based on the envelope budgeting system helping you portion out your monthly income toward specific spending categories.
Education has always been one of the leading factors in shaping the future. We have seen a revolution of sorts in education, with new and unconventional approaches that include collaborative learning, doing away with traditional classrooms, and encouraging harnessing of information from various sources. Check out our list of top education trends to look forward to this year.
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Technology & Software
Gamification
Software can be used to help with writing essays or solving math problems, allowing them to learn faster and better than teachers can aid with.
Technology and software share knowledge with students directly.
Gamification is poised to have a bigger impact than the internet did.
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Video games are more engaging and effective at teaching than traditional methods, but it is important to start using them as learning tools.
Each year, the Denver Film Festival brings more than 250 titles, including local, national and international cinema, plus industry panels, achievement awards, tributes and more. This 12-day festival was designed to provide an opportunity for diverse audiences to discover film through creative, thought-provoking experiences. Learn more at denverfilm.org.
Denver Film Festival
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Denver Parade of Lights
Each Labor Day weekend, a Taste of Colorado takes over Civic Center Park and surrounding streets. Enjoy live music from more than 25 national and regional artists, 175 booths with arts and crafts, kids’ activities, and exceptional food varying from ethnic specialties to traditional favorites. The best part? Admission to A Taste of Colorado is completely free! Visit atasteofcolorado.com for dtails.
A Taste of Colorado
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Independence Eve
Each year, downtown Denver comes to life with the 9NEWS Parade of Lights, a free parade featuring marching bands, ornate floats, and a special appearance by Major Waddles, and of course, Santa! Visit downtowndemver.com.
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Kick off the Fourth of July celebrations on the third of July with the largest free community fireworks event in the state! Independence Eve features an explosive finale with a light show and fireworks coming from the Denver City and County building. Visit denver.org for details.
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The DGLFFL is a vibrant community of sport, diversity, fun and friendship. Through football, the league empowers high moral quality through healthy athletic compe tition. It is the main goal of the league to teach its players how to handle situations with class and good sportsmanship. Web: www.dglffl.com
OUT BOULDER COUNTY
Focused on ensuring that every member of the LGBTQ community has access to the programs and resources they need to live happy, healthy, and productive lives. Web: lgbtqcolorado.org
PFLAG BOULDER COUNTY
PFLAG Boulder County’s mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy for the families, friends, and allies of lesbians, gays, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex people, as well as for the LGBTQI community itself. Phone: 303-444-8164 | Web: pflagboulder.org
One Colorado is the state’s leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Coloradans and their families. Web: one-coloado.org
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Since 1994, Out Boulder County has educated, advocated and provided services, programs and support to Boulder County’s Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) communities. Web: www.outboulder.org
BABES AROUND DENVER
BAD’s mission is to inform and connect the community while supporting charities for women, children and LGBT causes. We provide social and recreational opportunities for the lesbian community.
DENVER GAY AND LESBIAN FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ONE COLORADO
Phone: 303-475-4620 | Web: www.babesaroundenver.com
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Students get to experience being in a place they have never been to before.
The TEDx learning style uses the power of technology, innovation, and collaboration to make knowledge accessible in a unique way.
InteractiveStudent-controlledStyleBlackboards
This is a method for teaching that lets students learn at their own pace. This is considered a must-have by teachers and students.
This allows students to select their coursework and move through a course as quickly or slowly as they would like.
By linking tablets or smartboards to projectors, the interactive blackboard creates a surface that can be written on by a pen or stylus.
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Virtual Reality TEDx Learning
A TEDx learning style can capture students’ interest in learning more.
VR Headsets Learning provides an immersive experience for students, who can learn everything they need right inside the classroom.
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