The San Luis Valley crane migration is an exciting time of year. We are just over a week away from Monte Vista’s iconic Crane festival. As they celebrate 40 years, it is sure to be a fun filled weekend! Travelers come from far and wide to view the birds…
The Sandhill Crane Migration is upon us, and the SLV is just a couple of weeks away from seeing flocks of cranes in numbers up to 20,000 lining the skies and scattered across the wetlands around the Valley. Travelers and locals near and far come to witness this awe striking…
Alamosa is packed with local activities, exotic adventures and unique dining experiences perfect for you and your loved one to experience Valentine’s Day differently this year! Have a Romantic Dinner Forget take out, this Valentines day, take your date out for a night on the town at one of Alamosa’s…
Alamosa is the hub of the Mystic San Luis Valley, so it’s really no wonder that it is a great place to spend your Halloween. Here’s your handy guide, filled with all the information you need to make sure your Halloween in Alamosa is unforgetable! Happy Halloween! Halloween…
This spring season, skip the densely popular tourist destinations and head to a quieter corner of Colorado just off the path less traveled: Alamosa in the San Luis Valley. At only 7,544 feet elevation, Alamosa is a warmer–and quieter–option for those eager to hit the highway for a road trip come…
On any given day, San Luis artist Huberto Maestas can be found in his studio working on a sculpture for the Pueblo Riverwalk or for clients across the United States. He is among the many talented artists who call the San Luis Valley home. A blue sky day in San…
Capturing Astrophotography in Colorado’s Great Sand Dunes National Park As if capturing the intricate and vast solar system on camera isn’t challenging enough, photographing the comsos from the Great Sand Dunes National Park presents additional challenges. The park is full of dynamically changing lighting, biologically diverse landscapes, and grandiose photo…
The sweeping San Luis Valley of Colorado pops year-round, but fall in the valley is special… and not just because the leaves are golden. Find even more elbow room on the trails, in the taprooms, and around the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. These are some of the…
The town of Alamosa has been dubbed the “heart of the San Luis Valley” due to its convenient location to an extensive list of nearby adventures. In town, visitors can expect to find relaxation and comfort within our accommodations which are made better by our communities laid-back and welcoming atmosphere….
If the San Luis Valley isn’t already a stop within your next Colorado road trip—it certainly should be! The region encompasses some of Southern Colorado’s top destinations and mystic sights, such as the Great Sand Dunes National Park, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Rio Grande, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, and…