The United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs gives visitors to the city a unique look at the lives and training regimens of future (and current) Olympic athletes. FREE admission, FREE tours and a FREE visitors center focus on the past accomplishments and the future goals of American athletes. Swimmers, cyclists, archers, gymnasts, boxers, volleyballers and others live […]
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National Parks Offer Lots of Free Activities and Entertainment
Vacation Travel Doesn’t Have to Break the Piggybank
Travel can be expensive Here, from our sister site, Living on the Cheap, are some tips to cut costs. 1. Before you go, order a visitors guide from the state tourism board or convention and visitors bureau of the place you will be visiting. Often the guide will have money-saving coupons to local attractions, accommodations […]
Love Motorcycles? Visit Local Museum for Free
Die-hard motorcycle fans, have we got a deal for you. The Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame, 5867 N. Nevad Ave., may be one of the best kept secrets in Colorado Springs. It’s been around nearly 20 years, and focuses not only on the mechanical works of art we call motorcycles, but also […]
Air Force Academy Ranks High Among Attractions
The U.S. Air Force Academy just north of Colorado Springs is one of the Pikes Peak region’s top attractions. It’s particularly popular with summer visitors, and much of it is accessible when classes are not in session. And it’s FREE. The visitors’ center is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except major holidays, and includes a […]