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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Red Rocks Park and Ampitheatre, located at 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465. Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a geological phenomenon – the only naturally-occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheatre in the world. From Sting and The Beatles, to opera stars and U2, every artist aspires to play on this magical, spiritual and emotional stage. Red Rocks Amphitheatre is owned and operated by the City and County of Denver’s Arts & Venues Division.

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Claire from Denver, CO says, “Breath taking! It's beautiful here!!! Everyone who visits Colorado must go here. I've never seen something so beautifully constructed by mother nature (besides grand canyon) but this is a sight to see. Two large monoliths (rock formations) enclose a beautiful amphitheater, which enables acoustics to generate magnificently throughout the theater. Open aired concerts, events and movies are played here from summer to fall. The seating was constructed like stairs not chairs. During weekends, the locals come use the stadium seating as exercise. They use the trails for hiking. The entire park is so amazing to take in, it's huge! I promise you, watching a concert here, is like nothing else. There is available parking in 3 areas, the bottom near the gift shop, the middle near the bridge (you can use the bridge to hike up to the lower part of the amphitheater) or the upper area (where it's easily accessible to the sights, museum and restaurant). The museum is very informative. Take a quick look, you'll find the music area interesting. There is a restaurant though it closes early. Good for brunch, lunch and late lunch.”

Louisa from Vernon Rockville, CT says, “Such a BEAUTIFUL place. The amphitheatre is HUGE. They have 70 rows of seats with 100+ seats per row. I went during the day to visit. There were so many people exercising at the amphitheatre. I was motivated to run too, if I had the proper attire. There are 390+ steps from the top of the amphitheatre to the Trading Post Road. 190+ stairs from the top of the amphitheatre to the stage. Excellent place to workout. Outdoor seating. Planning to come back for a show. Also, they have several trails in the park to hike. My husband and I went on the Trading Post Trail. Lots of scenery. Only 1.4 miles long. Beware, if you go downhill, you will need to eventually hike back uphill. Have on good shoes, a bottle of water, and sunblock. Has very minimal shade. Definitely a place to visit. The view is breath-taking.”

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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Penzeys Spices, located at 7511 Grandview Ave., Arvada, CO 80001. Penzeys Spices years of selling spices have taught them that cooking is not a one size fits all world: far from it. They have learned the wonder of cooking lies in the incredible diversity of the people who cook, and in the incredible variety of the food they cook. People who share dinner together at the kitchen table go on to share a brighter future. A brighter future made possible by people with the kindness to build it one meal at a time. It is this kindness they celebrate, this kindness they hope to spread, this kindness that makes all who cook ONE.

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Mo from Denver, CO says, “Just a delightful little spice shop in Olde Town Arvada. Go for the olfactory experience ;) I get so bored with McCormicks & Mrs. Dash, but I get so confused trying to come up with what spices I should put on things. This place is so helpful for someone like me. I walked in looking for a gift box of spices. Simple enough, right? Pick one that sounds good and snag it off the shelf. That is just not the way things are done here. They want to make sure you are getting exactly what you want. The lady that helped me showed me the gift boxes in my price range and pointed out what some of them are used for. Then, when I picked one, she walked me around the store and had me smell each type of spice I had picked and filled me in on what they could be used for. Awesome! I was getting the gift for someone else, but had to have some of the fish spice for myself. I especially love that they have several specialty spices that are salt-free! And, most of their gift boxes include suggested uses for the spices and even recipes, yay! I shall never buy McCormicks or Mrs. Dash again! In fact, I may just bring my shopping list in here and let them tell me what I should have on what I am cooking, ha ha.”

Kristyn from Arvada, CO says, “Best spices I have ever purchased and always fantastic customer service. I will go no where else.”

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This week we are going to see Yelp reviews of Tallgrass Aveda Spa & Salon, located at 997 Upper Bear Creek Road, Evergreen, CO 80439. In addition to a complete menu of skincare, body treatments, massage and nail services, our luxurious Evergreen Spa offers a hair salon, a boutique featuring Aveda products and the Sage Room where our TallGrass Tango side-by-side massage takes couples miles beyond any other Denver day spa. 

Few of the top reviews are given below:

Sara from Denver, CO says, “I've been lucky enough to check out a few spas over the years and I can say without any doubts that Tallgrass is as good as it gets. Considering the beautiful and relaxing location, the quality of service and comfort that abounds at Tallgrass, the friendly and knowledgeable staff, and the professional treatments, and the Aveda products, I left feeling extremely pampered, relaxed and happy - and thought the prices were moderate. I admit I was a bit sore from the amazing massage I received - but I needed it. I also loved my facial and was happy to try the steam room (but only made it for 7 minutes, not 11). I can't wait to try the pedicure stations - the main\pedi room looks so comfortable. You can sit and relax in their great room, and enjoy the mountain view, the fireplace and some cucumber water and snacks while waiting for treatments (or just hesitating to leave). I simply cannot wait to go back!!”

Brandon from Denver, CO says, “I visited Tall Grass after receiving a gift certificate earlier this year, and I was not disappointed! The location is awesome; after growing up in the mountain area, it's always nice to get back up there from time to time. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I used my certificate to purchase a massage, and it ranks up there as one of the best I've had. All in all, a very nice experience, and I'd like to go back there again sometime soon!”

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