Shower Mom with Love at our Mother’s Day Brunch in Colorado Springs!

It is never too early to start planning a wonderful Mother’s Day celebration for the spectacular woman you call “Mom”! Make your reservations today for our Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12, 2013 from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Mountain View Restaurant in Colorado Springs.

Our delicious, award-winning Sunday brunch will be a treat your mom won’t soon forget. Our artfully prepared spread includes brunch classics as well as dishes featuring our signature Colorado Fusion style of cuisine.

Mother’s Day Brunch Menu
Roasted Cauliflower Bisque
Display of International and Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Fruits, Melons and Berries
Almond Granola with Assorted Yogurt, Apple Apricot Compote
Bagels, Danish, Fruit Bread, Muffins, Croissants
Smoked Salmon with Traditional Accompaniments
Chicken Galantine, Smoked Rocky Mountain Trout
Iced Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Baby Lettuces with Assorted Condiments and Dressings
Vine Ripened Tomatoes with Balsamic Red Onion and Feta
Honeyed Peaches with Mint
Farro Salad with English Peas, Asparagus and Fresh Herbs
Freshly Baked Artisan Breads and Rolls

From the Hearth
Carved Slow-Roasted Prime Rib of Beef
Au Jus, Creamy Horseradish, Pinot Noir Demi, Grilled Onions and Mushrooms
Eggs and Omelets Made to Order
Farm Fresh Eggs, Egg Whites and Egg Beaters with Choice of Fillings
Crisp Belgian Waffles
Whipped Cream, Berries, Butter, Warm Maple Syrup

Entrées
Blackened Dorado, Grilled Pineapple Relish
Asiago Crusted Chicken, Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
Stone Ground Mustard Roasted Pork Loin, Thyme Cream
Ricotta Blintzes with Strawberry Compote
Traditional Eggs Benedict
Maple and Cane Sugar Glazed Baked Ham
Crisp Peppered Applewood Smoked Bacon
Mint and Cumin Scented Moroccan Cous Cous
Farfalle with Roma Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella and Basil
Gorgonzola and Charred Onion Potato Puree, Melange of Spring Vegetables

On the Sweeter Side
Mango Cheesecake with Passion Fruit Gelée, Godiva Chocolate Mousse, Red Velvet MiniCakes,
Key Lime Tartlets, Peach Pie, Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake, Miniature Desserts and Cookies
Signature Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Gourmet Beverage Station with Freshly Brewed Coffee, Hot Cider and Cocoa
Complimentary Champagne and Mimosa

For the Kids
Crudité of Fresh Vegetables with Dips
Macaroni and Cheese, Mini Corn Dogs

For more details on our Mother’s Day Brunch in Colorado Springs, please visit the Dining page of our website. Our Mother’s Day Brunch is $46.00 for adults, $23.00 for children ages 5 - 12 and children four and under are complimentary. An 18% gratuity will be added to all parties.

Please call 719-538-4060 or visit OpenTable.com to make reservations as they are required for this Mother’s Day event in Colorado Springs.

And don’t forget to take advantage of our “Mom & Me” Getaway Package.

Show  mom how much she means to you with the “Mom & Me” Getaway for only $89!

• Waived Resort Fee ($18.00 per night value)
• Upgrade to Next Available Room Type
• Guaranteed 2pm Late Check-Out
• Personalized Mother’s Day “Mom” cookie
• Preferred seating available for Mother’s Day Brunch

Click Here to Book Now!

Happy Mother’s Day from Cheyenne Mountain Resort!

Pin to Win the Ultimate Colorado Springs Girls Getaway Vacation!

What’s better than booking that much-needed Colorado Springs girls getaway? How about winning it? From now until April 19, you can enter to win the ultimate girls getaway to the Springs from Visit COS.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort is thrilled to be a part of the Colorado Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Pin It To Win Girls Getaway contest. This Pinterest giveaway is a fabulous way to experience springtime in the Rockies. Enjoy deluxe accommodations at our resort, golf on our championship Pete Dye course, brunch at Mountain View Restaurant and so much more.

Pin To Win Colorado Springs Girls Getaway Grand Prize:

Two nights lodging at AAA Four Diamond Cheyenne Mountain Resort
Golf for two at the Country Club of Colorado
Brunch at the Mountain View Restaurant
Swedish massages at the Five Star Spa at The Broadmoor
Lunch on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad Train with Wine Flight
Academy Riding Stables horseback tour of Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs Food Tours Downtown Cocktail Tour

To Enter the Pin To Win Contest:

1. Follow @VisitCOS on Pinterest
2. Create a board titled “Colorado Springs Vacation”
3. Pin the image on this blog to the board
4. Pin a resort image from the Ultimate Girls Getaway board to yours.
5. Pin 5 more images from the Ultimate Girls Getaway board to yours.
6. Email a link to your board to media@visitcos.com

Read more about the contest on the Visit COS website.
Click here to see Visit COS on Pinterest.

Don’t forget to follow Cheyenne Mountain Resort on Pinterest.
Click here to check out our page.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort wishes all contest participants the best of luck, we look forward to welcoming the winner for a girls getaway in Colorado Springs!

*Rules and restrictions may apply. Find official rules here.

Catch a 2013 Colorado Springs Sky Sox Game at Security Service Field!

The Colorado Springs Sky Sox, the Triple-A Affiliate team of the Colorado Rockies, is set to kick off the 2013 season in just a few days with their home opener on April 4 against the Reno Aces.

What better way to kick off spring than to take the whole family to a baseball game at Security Service Field in Colorado Springs? Cheer on the hometown team from your seats or watch from their world famous hot tub as they host fellow minor league teams during April and May.

Colorado Springs Sky Sox 2013 April & May Home Games:

April 4, 5, 6 & 7 - vs. Reno Aces
April 8, 9, 10 & 11 - vs. Tucson Padres
April 20, 21, 22 & 23 - vs. Las Vegas 51s
May 7, 8, 9 & 10 - vs. Iowa Cubs
May 11, 12, 13 & 14 - vs. Omaha Stormchasers
May 24, 25, 26 & 27 - vs. Fresno Grizzlies
May 28, 29, 30, 31 - vs. Tacoma Rainiers

Check out the “Cheyenne Mountain Resort and Country Club Suite Level” coming soon to Security Service Field. Enjoy decor inspired by our resort as well as delicious beverages from our one-and-only specialty cocktail list. For more information on the Colorado Springs Sky Sox, visit their official website here.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort hopes you enjoy a day at the ballpark! Security Service Field is just one of the many area attractions minutes from our front doors, click here for more on nearby Colorado Springs attractions. Reserve your upcoming stay online or call 719-538-4000.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort wishes the Colorado Springs Sky Sox good luck this season!

Image Credit (top): Colorado Springs Sky Sox

Enjoy An Ex-Zoo-Berant Spring Break with our Colorado Springs Vacation Package

Spring Break is just around the corner! Book our 'Ex-Zoo-Berant' Spring Break Package to spend your vacation at Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Our Colorado Springs vacation package includes everything you need for a memorable family vacation 6,200 feet closer to the stars!

'Ex-Zoo-Berant' Spring Break Package begins at $119 and includes:

• Overnight Accommodations
• Breakfast Buffet for Two at Mountain View Restaurant
• Waived Resort Fee ($18 per night value)
• Upgrade to Next Available Room Type
• Guaranteed 2 PM Late Check-Out

Click here to book now.

Enhance your vacation by taking advantage of these special offers:

25% off Two Adult Passes to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
20% off Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Buffets at Mountain View Restaurant*
Kids 8 and under eat FREE at Mountain View Restaurant
Free Fitness Classes at The Country Club of Colorado
$55 One Hour Private Tennis Lesson (regularly $70)

Enjoy your spring break getaway at Cheyenne Mountain Resort by taking part in any of the following resort events:

Kidz Zoo Breakfast
Saturday, March 30 from 8 AM - 10:30 AM at Mountain View Restaurant. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and get up close and personal with animals from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.

‘Zookeeper’ Movie Madness
Have a family movie night filled with free popcorn and lemonade on Friday, March 29.

To learn more about this or any of our Colorado Springs vacation packages, visit our website. Book your Colorado Springs spring break vacation by calling 1-800-588-0250 or making your reservation online. Cheyenne Mountain Resort looks forward to welcoming you this spring!

*Discount not applicable to alcohol purchases or Easter Brunch.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort Keeps Your 2013 Meeting Ahead of Benchmark Hospitality’s Top Trends

You already know that at Cheyenne Mountain Resort we will move mountains for your meeting, but did you know that booking your next corporate event at our Colorado Springs venue ensures you stay ahead of the top meeting trends this year?

Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Benchmark Resort, is among select properties ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest in ever-changing meeting industry trends. Benchmark Hospitality International has consulted its resorts and hotels to compile the top 10 for 2013.

Top Meeting Trends for 2013 from Benchmark Hospitality International

1. Steady As She Goes
Meeting demand continues to improve
2. Rates Are On The Rise
With increased demand, rates are responding commensurately
3. CMP = Completely “Customized” Package
Meeting professionals desire customized meeting packages
4. The Pace is Promising!
Healthy booking activity is an encouraging sign for 2013
5. Wireless EVERYTHING
Devices are replacing pen and paper, facilities are providing the tools for a new age of interactive meetings
6. F&B -- Healthy Culinary Continues
Demand for healthy, sustainable cuisine is up, but don’t ditch the pastries...
7. What’s New With Meeting Room Demands?
Secure environments to conduct business are essential
8. Teambuilding Continues Its Trend Upward
The technique of inspiring camaraderie is revived by new, enthusiastic ways to do so
9. 21st Century Meeting Planning Professionals are Busier
Multitasking by professionals means a need for faster response time and greater organization at every level
10. What Business Segments Are Heating Up?
Several segments show signs of recovery!

In addition to enjoying our inspiring location and facilities as well as plenty of meeting perks, booking with Cheyenne Mountain Resort means you’ll work with experts in the industry. Our talented meeting and event staff are knowledgeable resources ready to assist you in planning a successful, productive event. Our planners are leaders in the industry and can make certain your meeting encompasses as many of these top trends as possible.

Book your next event at Cheyenne Mountain Resort! There is a limited time left to take advantage of our current meeting promotion, which ends March 31, 2013. To learn more click here, complete an RFP or call 1-800-588-6531. For additional information on the top 10 meeting trends from Benchmark Hospitality International, click here.

Image Credit (top): Benchmark Hospitality International

Cheyenne Mountain Resort -- 2013 Ride the Rockies Finish Line!

We are incredibly excited to share that Cheyenne Mountain Resort is the 2013 Ride the Rockies finish line! Our resort will be the long-awaited finish to a grueling week-long trek for 2,000 cyclists that begins June 8, 2013 in Telluride, Colorado. Join us at the finish line for food, fun, entertainment and accommodations! Celebrate with live music, dancing, delicious dishes from your favorite local restaurants and more.

Ride the Rockies
June 8 - 15, 2013
Telluride to Colorado Springs

The more than 500-mile ride winds through varying elevations as riders make their way northeast to Colorado Springs on June 15, finishing at Cheyenne Mountain Resort. The schedule for this year’s tour, set to follow an eight city route across the Centennial State, covers anywhere from 46 miles to upwards of 90 miles each day. Riders will ascend three famous mountain passes: Lizard Head, Wolf Creek and Poncha Pass as well as take on Royal Gorge Bridge, the highest suspension bridge in the United States, on their way to Colorado Springs!

This annual Colorado bike ride tour is presented by The Denver Post with proceeds from the event going to The Denver Post Community Foundation which provides direct funding to Colorado nonprofits. For additional information, visit the 2013 Ride the Rockies website.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort, part of the host community of Colorado Springs, looks forward to welcoming cyclists, volunteers, families, friends and spectators to watch this amazing feat of endurance and determination culminate at our resort. Our rustic yet modern accommodations, numerous amenities and delicious on-site dining are perfect for relaxing after biking hundreds of miles or if you just need an escape from the everyday!

For additional information about Cheyenne Mountain Resort -- the 2013 Ride the Rockies finish line -- please visit our website. Reserve accommodations for Ride the Rockies at a rate of $189* per night by booking online or calling 800-588-0250.

*Applicable taxes and fees may apply.
Image Credit (top): Ride the Rockies

Spring into Easter Brunch at Mountain View Restaurant in Colorado Springs!

Celebrating Easter in Colorado Springs? Join us for our Easter Champagne Brunch at the Mountain View Restaurant on Sunday, March 31, 2013 from 11 AM - 5 PM.

Mountain View Restaurant, located in the main lodge at Cheyenne Mountain Resort, is home to our unique Colorado Fusion style of cuisine as well as our award-winning Sunday brunch. The restaurant boasts rustic decor featuring floor to ceiling windows fixed on the beautiful views of the Front Range. Our talented culinary team presents an impressive spread filled with brunch favorites as well as new twists on classic dishes.

Easter Champagne Brunch Menu
Caramelized Fennel and Leek Soup
Display of International and Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruits and Berries
Almond Granola with Assorted Yogurt, Apple Apricot Compote
Bagels, Danish, Fruit Bread, Muffins, Croissants
Norwegian Smoked Salmon with Traditional Accompaniments
Chicken Galantine, Smoked Rocky Mountain Trout
Iced Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Tossed California Greens with Assorted Condiments and Dressings
Tropical Fruits with Honey and Yogurt
Romaine and Red Onion Salad with Green Goddess Dressing
Lemon Basil Orzo with Asparagus and Heirloom Tomatoes
Freshly Baked Artisan Breads and Rolls

From the Heart
Carved Prime Rib of Beef
Au Jus, Creamy Horseradish, Peppercorn Demi
Eggs and Omelets Made to Order
Farm Fresh Eggs, Egg Whites and Egg Beaters with Choice of Fillings
Crisp Belgian Waffles
Whipped Cream, Berries, Butter, Warm Maple Syrup

Entrées
Roast Leg of Colorado Lamb with Rosemary Jus Lie
Citrus Herb Crusted Game Hens, Thyme Broth
Tarragon Seared Salmon, Saffron Beurre Blanc
Agave Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
Cheese Blintzes, Wild Berry Coulis
Traditional Eggs Benedict
Crisp Peppered Bacon
Yukon Gold Potato Hash, Toasted Barley Pilaf
Fresh Spring Vegetables, White Bean Cassoulet

On the Sweeter Side
Flourless Chocolate Raspberry Roulade, Caramel Toffee Bundt Cake, Monkey Bread,
Mango Vanilla and Milk Chocolate Mousse Martinis, Classic Cherry Pie, Miniature Cupcakes
Signature Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Gourmet Beverage Station with Freshly Brewed Coffee, Hot Cider and Cocoa
Complimentary Champagne and Mimosa

For the Kids
Crudité of Fresh Vegetables with Dips
Macaroni and Cheese, Mini Corn Dogs

Easter Champagne Brunch, a great way to celebrate with family and friends, is $46 for adults, $23 for children ages 5 - 12 and complimentary for kids 4 and under.

For additional information on Mountain View Restaurant or our Easter Champagne Brunch in Colorado Springs, please visit our website. Reservations are required for Easter Brunch and can be made by calling 719-538-4060 or visiting our page on OpenTable here.


The Cheyenne Mountain Resort looks forward to welcoming you this Easter!

*An 18% service charge will be added to all parties.

The Perfect Escape -- Our Colorado Springs Vacation Package From $119!

Book an upcoming winter, spring break or early summer getaway at Cheyenne Mountain Resort and take advantage of our latest Colorado Springs vacation package, The Perfect Escape, featuring rates from $119*.

Enjoy the wonder of our scenic resort, situated on beautifully manicured grounds amid sweeping mountain views and convenient to numerous Pikes Peak attractions like Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Imagine relaxing in the luxurious comfort of your upgraded guest accommodations brimming with in-room amenities or starting your day off right with our delicious breakfast buffet at Mountain View Restaurant.

The Perfect Escape package includes:

- Lavish Breakfast Buffet for Two in Mountain View Restaurant
- Waived Resort Fee ($18.00 per night value)
- Upgrade to Next Available Room Type
- Guaranteed 2pm Late Check-Out

Click here to book now.

With so many exciting resort activities and local sights to see, you’ll be glad you booked our Colorado Springs resort getaway package -- experience The Perfect Escape today!

Reserve your Spring Break getaway in Colorado Springs by calling 800-588-0250 or booking your stay online. Visit our website to learn more about Cheyenne Mountain Resort, an ideal vacation destination that provides an Authentic. Colorado. Experience. 6,200 feet closer to the stars.

*Based on availability from 1/31–6/2/2013 does not apply to existing reservations (black-out dates apply).

We’ll Move Mountains for Your Meeting at our Corporate Event Space in Colorado Springs!

Calling All Meeting Planners in Colorado: Searching for the perfect corporate event space in Colorado Springs? Let Cheyenne Mountain Resort move mountains for your next meeting!

Our 40,000 square feet of IACC-Certified conference facilities in Colorado Springs provide meeting planners an ideal environment for a creative, productive event. With 38 dedicated meeting rooms varying from board rooms to a tiered amphitheater, we have everything you need to host virtually any meeting format in Colorado Springs.

During our Winter 2013 meeting promotion, if you book and hold your event by March 31, 2013 you’ll enjoy deeply discounted rates and the opportunity to pick your perks based on the size of your program.

Our group rates begin at $99* per person or $213 for our Benchmark Conference Plan -- a complete meeting bundle including everything from meals and overnight guest accommodations to a full audiovisual package and more all at a convenient, per-attendee rate. Click here to learn more about our comprehensive meeting packages in Colorado Springs.

Choose your perks based on total room nights:

25 – 50 room nights - 2 Perks
51 – 100 room nights - 4 Perks
101+ room nights - 6 Perks

Our Colorado Springs meeting promotion perks include:

- 25% Attrition
- Enhanced Refreshment Break (Stretch, Yoga or Massage Chair)
- Wi-Fi in General Session Room for up to 100 Connections
- 5 VIP Welcome Amenities
- Welcome Beverage at Check-in
- One Hour Hosted Beer & Wine Reception
- VIP Airport Transfers - COS - 1 transfer per 20 room nights
- 1 per 35 Comp Policy on room rate portion of package
- 1 per 35 Upgrade to next available room category

Visit our website, call our Sales Department at 1-800-588-6531 or complete an online Request for Proposal for more on our winter meeting specials for our corporate event space in Colorado Springs. We’ll show you why holding your next corporate event 6,200 feet closer to the stars at Cheyenne Mountain Resort is a recipe for success.

*Above rates prices are subject to applicable taxes, service charges and availability. This offer is not valid for existing programs or other promotions.

Enjoy Sips & Savory Bites at the Wine Festival of Colorado Springs!

Experience delicious wines from throughout France while visiting with featured guests including vineyard representatives and importers. Enjoy artful dishes crafted by guest chefs which pair perfectly with your choice wine -- this and more awaits you at the 2013 Wine Festival of Colorado Springs, March 7 - 9, 2013.

Wine Festival of Colorado Springs
The Wines of France
March 7 - 9, 2013

A staple wine event in Colorado Springs, the Wine Festival features seminars on wine glasses, a french cheese and wine pairing event as well as social events including a Gourmet Winemakers Dinner & Live Auction.

Events at the Wine Festival of Colorado Springs are set to take place at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, The Broadmoor and the Garden of the Gods Club. To learn more about the events and auction or to purchase tickets, please visit the event’s official website.

The Cheyenne Mountain Resort hopes you enjoy the 2013 Wine Festival of Colorado Springs. If you’re in the area, we invite you to enjoy a delicious meal amid the beautiful views and or a relaxing beverage in front of our roaring outdoor fireplace on the terrace. Our award-winning Sunday Brunch is also a must if you’re looking for an authentic Colorado Springs experience. For more on the Cheyenne Mountain Resort, visit our website or call 719.538.4000.