Denver prides itself as being one of the U.S.'s most fascinating, fastest growing cities. It is also the most educated city in the U.S. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 92.1% of the population in the metro area has high school diplomas, and 35% have at least a bachelor's degree. Denver is also known as the Baby Boomer capital. and according to the American Cancer Society is the "thinnest" city in America. Denver is also the birthplace of the world-renowned American icon, the "cheeseburger"! Boulder is the home of the University of Colorado. While offering the immense scenic splendor of its many canyons, including Boulder Canyon, Boulder is a technologically gifted city with a booming economy.

Denver-Boulder, Colorado Local Favorites

Odyssey - Connecting the capital center to Denver's refurbished lower downtown area, the mall is comprised of a fascinating array of souvenir shops, boutiques, and bars and nightclubs.

Six Flags Elitch Gardens - For the true thrill-seeker, this amusement park is loaded with thrill rides, from its Minderaser Coaster to its mammoth Tower of Doom. Reminisce of amusement parks past on the park's 75-year-old carousel.

Sensory Garden Denver Botanic Gardens - This Denver floral delight is rated in Country Living Gardener magazine as one of the top ten public gardens in the U.S., delectably appealing to all five senses!

Denver Zoo - In 1896, Denver mayor Thomas McMurray inadvertently kicked off the Denver Zoo. Today, the zoo is rated as one of the top ten zoos in the U.S and is home to 4000 animals, of which is included 150 endangered species.

Coors Brewery Tour - A booming Colorado tourist venue! 40 minute walking tours are available in the Golden brewery, which produces more than 300 million cases of beer yearly. The culminating zenith of this tour is a unique taste-testing experience of Coor's fascinating beer blends!

Denver's Popular Foods

• Mexican and Southwestern Dishes
• Rocky Mountain Trout
• Buffalo