Colorado Official State Vacation Guide 2008 - (Page 43) A-OK for Kids ©Hot Springs Lodge & Pool in Glenwood Springs Large pools, whimsically curvy slides and perpetually warm water draw families from around the world to our hot springs. Kids delight in the pools, while parents take a much-needed therapeutic soak. The Place: Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge and Pool (Glenwood Springs), Ouray Hot Springs (Ouray), Old Town Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs), Indian Hot Springs Resort (Idaho Springs) Au Naturel Some resorts offer the option of soaking as nature intended. Many have private pools dedicated to unencumbered soaking, while others reserve it for after-dark only. Resorts are quick to point out that it’s never a requirement, just an option. The Place: Orvis Hot Springs Resort (Ridgway), Strawberry Park Hot Springs (Steamboat Springs), Wiesbaden Hot Springs (Ouray) Relaxation The healing waters of Colorado’s hot springs get their magic from specific minerals and elements in the water. Potassium: Helps reduce high blood pressure and is believed to counteract hypertension. It also promotes healthy bones and kidney functions. Magnesium: Aids in maintaining normal heart rhythms and muscle tissue. Boron: Is thought to increase muscle mass and brain function; it also strengthens bones. Manganese: Benefits nerves and the brain, it has also been linked to the breakdown of fats and cholesterol. The Elements of Epitome of Class Hot-stone massages, downy-soft robes and full-time message therapists add a dash of class to an already ethereal experience. A number of resorts in Colorado cater to those seeking an upper-crust experience, and they deliver in spades. The Place: The Springs Resort (Pagosa Springs), Wiesbaden Hot Springs (Ouray), Hot Sulphur Springs Resort & Spa (Hot Sulphur Springs), Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge and Pool (Glenwood Springs) 1-800-Colorado | www.colorado.com 43 http://colorado.weaverguides.com/clickthru.php?id=11468 http://www.colorado.com
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