Aspen
1Aspen will surprise anyone who thinks that this is just a ski spot. Spring, summer, fall, or winter, Gay Aspen is the perfect destination for any gay traveler and our travel guide will make sure that you don’t miss out on anything. The Colorado peaks are picturesque, and you’ll be awestruck by 360 degrees views of 14,000-foot mountains. The town of Aspen, nestled within these giant mountains, is tiny, quaint, and upscale. Downtown is comprised of only four blocks by three blocks of beautiful 19th-century buildings. Any time of year, you’ll likely meet some gorgeous and down-to-earth (in that millionaire kind of way) locals, as well as tourists eager to play on the mountainous playground.
Aspen winter activities aren’t limited to skiing, but, let’s be honest, the skiing is the premier attraction for a reason. Aspen offers 4 world-class mountains and over 4,100 acres of terrain for every level of skier. Other than skiing there is an ice skating rink and plenty of frozen ponds for the tiny dancer in all of us. Also, discover miles of groomed cross-country trails, dog sledding, guided snowshoe tours, snowmobiling, snowboarding, and even hot-air ballooning. Aspen’s summer activities include rafting down the Colorado River, fishing and golfing. The gondolas are open during the summer and winter, and you can use them for hiking, biking, or just going to the top of the mountain for lunch. A free bus also offers transportation during summer months.