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15 Best Weekend Getaways from Denver (within a 3 hour flight)
2021-06-15
Denver residents are blessed to be in the heart of one of the world's best mountain ranges. The Rocky Mountains offer world-class hiking, skiing, and of course the most beautiful National Parks in the country. Denver is also situated near the entire west coast and is in short reach to popular cities to the east. Oh and for the most part, the flights are insanely inexpensive.
This article will focus on domestic destinations via airplane and car. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Denver area within a 3 hour flight (with one bonus 4 hour destination). More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends what you want to do at your destination.
Bear in Mind: When travelling internationally as of June 14th, 2021, you're required to present a negative Covid-19 PCR test upon return to the United States. This is on top of any restrictions in the country you are visiting. Since the rules are changing frequently, I'll leave that out. Instead, I'll include a link to the embassy site where you can find the latest information.
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 4 Hour Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. As a current resident in Miami, this is at the top of the list of weekend trips from Denver! I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather.
Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Camping, Hiking, Sky Diving, Off-Roading, and anything else you can do in the outdoors.
Check out Bourbon Street for a little bit, but don't get sucked in. It's absolutely disgusting. Chartres Street is better for those looking to maintain their cleanliness.
Seattle, Washington (SEA) - 3 Hour Flight
Why go?
Whales, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, gorgeous views, intelligent individuals, good breweries.
When to go?
Summer (you can't really avoid the rain but you can pray)
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