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Start a new tradition for your exciting year ahead with a holiday vacation celebration at a Destin New Year's Eve event. Instead of hanging around watching the TV for the ball to drop, head out to the mild weather and calm oceans of this Floridian paradise town. There are endless activities and events going on, even at this time of the winter, and with warmer temperatures and stunning white beaches, who could say no to starting off 2010 with a bang? (or should I say a splash).

The most happening event of them all for an unforgettable Destin New Years Eve is the Baytowne Wharf's New Year's Celebration. This annual fest is geared toward families and allows visitors to enjoy music, fireworks, and even a large enclosed ice rink right off of the wharf. Enjoy delicious foods from vendors and of course the traditional beach-inspired cocktails and champagne for the big toast and first sip of the new year. 

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This is the event that is talked about all year long. The Lighting of Dillon is the official start to the Christmas and Holiday seasonal activities in Dillon, CO. The entire day is dedicated to fun and fellowship for the whole family, and features games and activities for every age group. The Lighting of Dillon is held in Downtown Dillon CO on Thursday, December 3rd starting at 5:30 PM.

Begin the evening by paying a visit to everyone’s favorite Christmas mascot Santa Claus himself! You will be able to take adorable holiday pictures with your kids. There will be arts and crafts vendors as well as crafts to make and take while you are at the Lighting of Dillon Celebration. Come out and taste delicious holiday favorites including complimentary food and beverages for all who attend. Christmas cookies, hot cocoa, and coffee are all on the house.

Taste amazing creations from some of Dillon’s local restaurants and bars as you share the Christmas feast with all who attend. End out the Lighting of Dillon celebration with a spectacular tree lighting display that will stay lit in the town of Dillon all through the holiday season. During this time, everyone in the town comes together for a monumental ceremony that features music and of course the big moment everyone has been waiting for; the lighting of the big Christmas tree.

The Lighting of Dillon is one holiday treat that you want to miss, so plan a trip out to one of the best Ski resort areas in the country for an unforgettable winter getaway complete with holiday cheer.   

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Let a Dillon hotel be your adventure headquarters for fun and outdoor activities this season. With so much to see and do in Dillon, a stay at one of the areas hotels, either in downtown or alongside Lake Dillon, puts you right in the heart of so much that draws visitors back to this part of Colorado year after year. And budget conscious travelers will be happy to know that a Dillon hotel stay won’t break the bank. Accommodations are right in line with the events and Dillon attractions you’re coming for, and that means affordable. Here are just a few of the great hotel options available to you right now.

Best Western Lake Dillon
1202 Summit Blvd.
Frisco, CO 80443
866-539-0036
The Best Western is a very clean and comfortable lodging choice in a great location. Guests have quick and easy access to the areas ski resorts as well as plenty of amenities onsite. There are a wonderful variety of room configurations to meet any requirements from standard rooms with two queen size beds on up to Mini-Suites. These suites are fully furnished and boast a King size bed, microwave and fridge, fold-out couch, recliner, desk and armoire. All rooms come with cable TV and HBO, free wireless internet, coffee/tea makers, and dataports. You’ll start each day of your Dillon vacation with a complimentary continental breakfast and at days end you can return to unwind in one of two indoor hot tubs or the heated pool.

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Dillon attractions have something wonderful to offer each member of your family beyond just the action on the ski slopes. From free summer concerts and regattas on the lake to art festivals and historic mine tours, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained at any time of year. Here’s a breakdown on some of the many Dillon attractions awaiting you this year.

Winter Sport
Dillon is perfectly situated just a short drive away from the world-class ski areas of Keystone, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Vail, Beaver Creek and Arapahoe Basin.

Sunset at the Summit Concerts
Where: Dillon Amphitheatre
Main St.
Dillon, CO 80435
970-262-3403
Date & Time: Saturdays at 7:00pm, July – September
Cost: Free

These wonderful free concerts began in 1994 and are held in the open-air seating of the Lake Dillon Amphitheatre on the shores of Lake Dillon. The surrounding mountains provide an idyllic backdrop for these magical evenings under the stars. Musical selections differ from week to week and range from rock to jazz. Guests are encouraged to bring warm clothing as temperatures can drop in the evenings.

Dillon Art Festival
Where: Downtown Dillon
Date: Check website for dates & times or call 970-547-9326)
Cost: Free

The annual art festival brings together over 70 of the finest artists from around the country to showcase their creations of sculpture, painting, jewelry, ceramics and many others.

Dillon Schoolhouse Museum
Where: 403 La Bonte St.
Dillon, CO 80435
970-468-2207
Dates & Times: Check Summit County Historical Society website for schedule
Cost: Free

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If you are planning your first Dillon vacation, be prepared to for the trip of a lifetime in some of the most beautiful surroundings anywhere. And if you are a savvy vacationer who likes to find a great destination and get a great deal in the process, then look no further than Dillon. Nestled by the shores of a tranquil lake and framed by picturesque Colorado peaks, this quaint little town has more going for it than just rustic charm. Situated right in between seven world-class ski resorts, there’s no shortage of reasons to put a Dillon vacation at the top of your to do list this season.

Activities
There’s no question that outdoor sport and adventure take top billing among Dillon attractions. Every year millions of people flock to these towns and the surrounding resort areas for skiing, snowboarding, and so many other winter and all season activities. The outdoors is an overwhelming and magical part of what makes a Dillon vacation so special.

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Dillon rentals quite simply offer you and your family the best and most economical way to spend your next vacation in beautiful Summit County Colorado. While hotels are comfortable, Dillon rentals such as a spacious condo or townhome are downright cozy. These properties offer you all the convenience of other lodging choices but with the added benefit of bringing the comforts of home with you right to the heart of the action. Following is a small sampling of the outstanding accommodations that await you on your upcoming Dillon vacation.

Prospect Point
Guests at Prospect Point can choose from 2 bedroom/2 bath or 3 bedroom/3 bath townhomes, all of which provide ample room for families and friends and sleep from 6 to 8 people comfortably. Located on Lake Dillon and close the great shopping and dining on Frisco’s Main Street, Prospect Point has beautiful mountain views as well as warm and inviting living areas. During winter guests here are only minutes away from the slopes at Keystone, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Arapahoe Basin and Vail.

Lake Cliffe Condominiums
Enjoy every season at Lake Cliffe as this great complex has something for all. These one, two and three bedroom condos (plus one four bedroom) are nicely furnished and have beautiful river rock wood burning fireplaces. During winter months guest enjoy the community clubhouse with enclosed heated pool and hot tub. In warmer weather you and your family can make use of picnic tables, grilling pits, and leisurly strolls along the lake shore via a public walking path in front of the condos. And fresh local produce is just outside your front door every Friday when a wonderful open-air farmers market sets up shop in the complex parking lot.

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Dillon sits in the heart of Summit County in the Colorado high country and is a gateway to all of the adventures and scenic wonders that have become synonymous with a Dillon vacation. Surrounded by mountains and situated beautifully on the shores of the Lake Dillon Reservoir, the town and its surrounding areas are an outdoor lover’s paradise. Every season of the year brings new opportunities for fun, sport, relaxation and family exploration as Dillon is the perfect vacation headquarters for all that this region of Colorado has to offer.

Downtown Dillon really comes to life with wonderful shopping in charming little boutiques and great dining selections featuring a range of western cuisine and international flavors. Every Friday night from June through September, locals and visitors alike can sample the harvests of the regions growers at the best farmers market in the high country. There are an endless array of recreational choices around Dillon including biking, horseback riding and rafting. You can even tour nearby historical mining towns or visit the School House Museum to find out the history behind the gold mining that was such an integral part of Colorado’s past.

Music is in the air during the summer and Friday and Saturday evenings are a special treat in Dillon. The TGIF and Sunset at the Summit concert series, held Fridays and Saturdays at the Dillon Amphitheatre from early July through the first weekend in September. Great music and fun for the whole family, these concerts are free but attendees are encouraged to bring a canned food item to help stock the local food bank.

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