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Remember the cozy, countryside cottage that Cameron Diaz’s character in “The Holiday” retreated to post-breakup at Christmastime? The cottage that inspired the set for the movie is now for sale in Surrey, just outside of London. It’s on the market for $821,660, so, yeah, it may be a little out of reach as a vacation nook. But it got us thinking: What cozy cottages could you rent this holiday season or throughout the winter to escape the stress of everyday life?

We’ve rounded up 8 cozy cottages and cabins around the world where you can stay this winter (no break-ups or mortgages required!)…

December is fraught with the potential for poor decision-making in Colorado: ill-fated travel plans, gear you buy as a gift for her that’s really for you, pot edibles as stocking stuffers. Don’t let bad ideas mar all the merriment. Use this manual to avoid 16 common missteps and find better ways to enjoy whatever you happen to be celebrating this month…

There’s still time to give the gift of adventure this holiday season. Echo Canyon River Expeditions and Royal Gorge Cabins in Central Colorado offer Gift Certificates online or by calling by calling 1-800-755-3246…

Couples looking for a luxurious, warmer-than-expected, view-filled romantic getaway should consider Central Colorado’s Pikes Peak Wonders region…

As savvy travelers know all too well, fall is the season for scheduling a rejuvenating weekend excursion. Summer crowds have started to dwindle, the ski bunnies have yet to hit the slopes, and the raucous kiddos have (finally) gone back to school, leaving you to enjoy your peace and quiet in, well, peace and quiet…

Central Colorado’s newly labeled Pikes Peak Wonders region is a hotbed of recreational adventures, geological quirks, historic attractions and a 14,115-foot-high mountain that inspires countless travelers from around the world to explore the region year-round…

Thousands of families will make the trek to central Colorado’s Royal Gorge this winter so kids can meet Santa aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. After the train ride, Moms and Dads will load up their hot chocolate-fortified kids for a late-night return home, sometimes arriving back to their front range houses in the Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo areas in the wee hours…

When the holidays roll around, it’s always nice to know where the best accommodations in the area are. In Central Colorado’s historic Cañon City, that would be Royal Gorge Cabins…

The stage was set, and we were all in for trying our first white water rafting adventure with my two kids, ages 7 and 13. The Arkansas River winds through this corner of Colorado, offering some of the state’s best white water rafting opportunities. Located near Canon City…

Tours of the Royal Gorge region followed by an overnight stay in the area’s most luxurious accommodations are the perfect way to gain a new perspective of an old favorite…

Disney is magical, from the boozy beignets to the new Toy Story Land that debuted at Disney World in Orlando. But when it comes to the theme parks, well, it’s not really a small world after all!

Here are seven amusement parks throughout the United States that are also bidding for your family’s attention (and that generally cost less than Disney and don’t have lines that are quite as long)…

A weekend in the country can be rejuvenating, but the idea of roughing it, even for just a few nights, doesn’t appeal to everyone. Luckily, the glamping trend is still going strong. Resorts and campsites nationwide are creating luxurious rural accommodations…

It has been a hot summer in Colorado, but the traditional ways of staying cool are working just fine. Just ask the folks at Echo Canyon River Expeditions…

If you like camping but hate pitching a tent, you’ll love glamour camping, better known as glamping. Think of it as Pottery Barn meets Field & Stream: It mixes outdoor serenity with indoor comforts, from soft beds to plush chairs, whether in a cabin, tent or yurt. It’s a wilderness win-win…

Disneyland, Yellowstone and that all-inclusive beach resort in Mexico are certainly worthy of your hard-earned vacation dollars. But if you’ve already been there, done that, and you have the refrigerator magnets to prove it, you might be ready to scout out some new summertime vacation destinations…

When I first moved to Kansas in 1994, I was certain my new coworkers were trying to make me look foolish when they told me the river running through the city was the Ar-Kan-sas…

Looking for a great vacation but need to stay close to home? We had the opportunity to go down south (but not too far south) to Canyon City and the Royal Gorge area. What a fun way to spend a long weekend! The resort is located within minutes of the Arkansas River and the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park…

Cañon City, Colorado is located two hours south of Denver and 45 minutes southwest of Colorado Springs. This little town makes the perfect home base for exploring the Royal Gorge. Venture out by train, gondola, raft….

The look on my daughter’s face as we prepared to climb into our raft was the perfect mix of trepidation and excitement. She was almost 8 years old and had never done anything like this before, but there she was — wetsuit, helmet, and wide eyes — stepping into the Arkansas River which swirled around her ankles…

Are you looking for a cabin getaway aimed at spending time with your family and enjoying the serenity of the mountains at the same time? The Royal Gorge Cabins in Cañon City, Colorado might be your dream destination…