Apart from the magnificent scenery, glorious flowers, dramatic landscapes and fabulous hiking, Aspen is a haven for dogs. Dogs have all sorts of rights here (that they don’t get in Australia).
Custom-made dog drinking bowls!
Like their owners, most of the dogs are well groomed, smartly dressed and there is a preponderance of the “oodle” variety.
Occasionally you will see a dog that’s not quite up to scratch or in keeping with the high grooming standards
And you can find a wide variety of hats, coats and bags aimed at the dog market
Of course, in summertime, Aspen is a haven for music….whether it’s classical or jazz or opera. The Klein Music tent is the centre of much of the activity, and you can buy a ticket and go inside the tent, or you can park your rug, chairs, wine on the lawn surrounding the tent and enjoy the concert for free. When the concert starts, you cannot hear a pin drop.
The dogs also get to enjoy these concerts and they somehow observe the silence while the music plays. Not a bark is heard!
So far, we have seen an opera, “The Marriage of Figaro”, a musical theatre production “Come From Away”, two classical concerts featuring Stravinsky, Bartok, Beethoven and Rachmaninov, and a jazz concert celebrating the music of Harry Belafonte ( and that was in the first 5 days!). The jazz conductor was wearing a really cool jacket, and he introduced us to the drummer in his band who came from Perth!
There’s a street market every Saturday. Last Saturday Donald Trump happened to be in town for a fundraising campaign. One of Aspen’s billionaire property owners hosted it. (There are about 50 billionaires that live in Aspen and their combined wealth is $355 billion. Not to mention the non-residing billionaires who own properties here). For $500,000, you could get your photo taken with him. Nevertheless, Donald didn’t turn up at the street market.
That huge bag of popcorn which Diana is holding only cost $8!
Weather has been on the cool side ….perfect for walking along the town’s many trails, and experiencing the fabulous scenery
Also shared some great food with Warren and Di and their friend Mike
Time to say goodbye to Aspen and a fabulous holiday.
Comments
9 responses to “Bonus blog: the sights and sounds of Aspen”
Well, what a finish Sar!!!!! Thanks for all of the posts and the dog show!!!!!
What a wonderful way to end your holiday, surrounded by beautiful scenery, family, music and dogs! Look forward to seeing you soon. Xx
It certainly looked wonderful and the scenery amazing.
No doubt the dogs are well trained and used to enjoying fine music. A fitting finale for your holiday.
A doggy haven indeed! Aspen looks absolutely divine and the three of you look happy and healthy.
See you on the weekend – can’t wait!! xxxxx
Aspen is a special place – and the summer time is especially so!!!
Certainly a Wonderful way to end your travels.
I LOVED all of it, thank U Sara. :)) xxxxx
To my joyful friend, we’re so glad everything worked out well. We’ve been to Colorado in winter, so your wonderful commentary and pics of their summer life just makes it tempting to return out of ski season.
Is that a kelpie I spy in the middle of the four-paws line-up?
Travel home safely and thanks for putting so many smiles on our faces.
Love, J&J
Great photo’s Sar – what a lovely way to spend the last week of your travels in Aspen! Brings back fond memories of a beautiful town – best wishes to Warren & Di – who must be drinking from Aspen’s Fountain of Youth!
What a brilliant holiday you have had Sar … as all your hols you have shared with us have been. Thanks for all the wonderful pics and info. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Much love and safe travels xxoo
Just gorgeous! So lovely to see you on the other side of the world with your family. You all look happy and healthy. Molly was shocked when she saw all the photos of the naked dogs. She wonders why when there are so many outfits available, And none of them are wearing them. I wish you could have brought the man from the show home with you!