Blog https://www.durango.org/blog/ Blog Thu, 02 May 2024 18:36:42 +0000 Our Favorite Places to Shop in Durango This Holiday Season https://www.durango.org/blog/post/shop-holiday-season/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/shop-holiday-season/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/shop-holiday-season/ Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0700

Our little mountain town really knows how to do holidays right, and historic downtown is the heart of Durango’s holiday cheer.

The streets are decorated with lights and festive music echoes through the shops. Oh, the shopping! You will be amazed at all of the unique shops and boutiques we have to

]]> Business of the Month: Twilight Toys https://www.durango.org/blog/post/business-month-twilight-toys/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/business-month-twilight-toys/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/business-month-twilight-toys/ Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:00:00 -0600

This month’s Business of the Month is Twilight Toys!

This magical, well-curated shop has two locations. The flagship store is located at Purgatory Resort and its newest location is in the heart of downtown Durango, Colorado.

Created by local entrepreneur and mom, Cristiana Dalle Grave, Twilight

]]> Spring Itinerary: Romantic Getaway in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/spring-itinerary-romantic-getaway/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/spring-itinerary-romantic-getaway/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/spring-itinerary-romantic-getaway/ Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0600

Get the Most Out of Your Romantic Getaway in Durango, Colorado

Durango is known for its seemingly endless outdoor activities, but it’s also the perfect place for a romantic getaway in the spring. From a charming ride on the historic rails to stargazing on the top of a mountain overlook, Durango will

]]> Holiday Shopping Guide for Durango’s Local Businesses https://www.durango.org/blog/post/holiday-shopping-guide/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/holiday-shopping-guide/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/holiday-shopping-guide/ Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0700

Learn about Durango’s local stores and shops for your Holiday shopping.

Whether you want to admit it or not, once the table is cleared off after Thanksgiving dinner, the country switches into the Holiday shopping season!

While many shoppers obsess about Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales at big-box

]]> Finding Leisure and Luxury in Durango, Colorado https://www.durango.org/blog/post/finding-leisure-and-luxury-in-durango-colorado/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/finding-leisure-and-luxury-in-durango-colorado/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/finding-leisure-and-luxury-in-durango-colorado/ Mon, 02 Sep 2019 18:00:00 -0600

When you need a long weekend of peace and quiet, Durango is always here. It’s time to stop the office daydreaming and make your mountain escape a reality. Find calm, cool weather, and hot springs away from the buzzing cell phones and inbox.

What are you waiting for? These are our favorite luxury

]]> 10 Thoughtful Valentine Gifts you’ll only find in Durango, Colorado https://www.durango.org/blog/post/10-thoughtful-valentine-gifts-youll-only-find-in-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/10-thoughtful-valentine-gifts-youll-only-find-in-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/10-thoughtful-valentine-gifts-youll-only-find-in-durango/ Tue, 05 Feb 2019 17:00:00 -0700

Fluent in the language of love is the town of Durango, Colorado. Whether you plan to cozy up in a log cabin by the fire, ride the train through a winter wonderland, or dine al fresco on a wintery peak, you’ll find reason to fall in love all over again from our romantic vacation destination.

With

]]> Meet the Dogs who Run Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/meet-the-dogs-who-run-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/meet-the-dogs-who-run-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/meet-the-dogs-who-run-durango/ Tue, 24 Jul 2018 18:00:00 -0600

There are many individuals who work behind the scenes of Durango to make your trip great. Most, but not all, have opposable thumbs.

In Durango, we do everything with our animals. We eat, play, sleep and even work with our furry friends by our side. We owe a lot to our professional door greeters,

]]> Souvenir Gift Guide to Shopping Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/souvenir-gift-guide-to-shopping-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/souvenir-gift-guide-to-shopping-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/souvenir-gift-guide-to-shopping-durango/ Sun, 17 Jun 2018 18:00:00 -0600

The best gift givers do their shopping in Durango, Colorado. Nowhere else will you find such a unique and extensive array of artisan goodies of every kind. In the specialized shops of historic Main Avenue and beyond, you’ll discover presents with character, stories to tell, and meaning to share.

]]> 10 Must-Visit Galleries of Downtown Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/the-10-must-visit-galleries-of-downtown-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/the-10-must-visit-galleries-of-downtown-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/the-10-must-visit-galleries-of-downtown-durango/ Mon, 01 Jan 2018 17:00:00 -0700

With a history so rich in culture and creativity, Durango has served as a hub for countless adventurers and creatives over the years. Today, we are honored to showcase a slew of some of the best art from around the world, hosting world-renowned and award-winning photographers, painters, weavers,

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