The Rink at Belmar

Belmar, a modern development in Lakewood, boasts over eighty hip shops and restaurants, as well as one hip skating rink. Open from November to March, the outdoor rink serves skaters until after dark. Renting skates will run you $3; adults pay $6 ($4 for kids 12 and under) for one hour of skating.

The Ritz-Carlton, Denver

A luxurious hotel with plenty of accommodations, including spacious rooms and suites, a fitness club with a pool and basketball court and a full-service spa — not to mention the downtown location of Elway’s steakhouse.

River North Brewery

Located in a portion of the old building once occupied by Flying Dog Brewing, which left Denver for Maryland in 2008, River North focuses on small batches of Belgian-style beers. Owner Matthew Hess is also experimenting with barrel-aging. The high-ceilinged brewhouse is visible from the elegant taproom through large glass windows; the corner spot also […]