Blog https://www.durango.org/blog/ Blog Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:03:07 +0000 Regenerative Tourism Ideas for Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/regenerative-tourism-ideas-for-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/regenerative-tourism-ideas-for-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/regenerative-tourism-ideas-for-durango/ Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Durango isn’t just a stunning place to explore; it is a place people call home, where wild rivers, mountain trails, and cultures come together. As more folks experience the magic of this mountain town, they might find themselves wanting to give back to the community and land.

That is where

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Guide to Responsible Water Usage in Hotels https://www.durango.org/blog/post/responsible-water-usage-hotels/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/responsible-water-usage-hotels/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/responsible-water-usage-hotels/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Your stay in Durango might find you cozied up at the Strater Hotel or relaxing at Purgatory Lodge. Wherever you find your home away from home in Durango, it's important to be mindful and conservative about your water usage. By cutting back on your showers, limiting water use, and staying on top of

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A Guide to Preventing Invasive Aquatic Species in Lake Nighthorse https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-invasive-aquatic-species/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-invasive-aquatic-species/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-invasive-aquatic-species/ Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0600

There is nothing better than spending a day out on Lake Nighthorse surrounded by mountain views and shimmering waters. By being aware and preventing invasive species you help protect our gorgeous lake and preserve it for future generations.

It’s important to maintain the ecosystem of Lake

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A Guide to Dining “Out” Etiquette in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-dining-out-etiquette/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-dining-out-etiquette/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-dining-out-etiquette/ Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Durango offers a diverse selection of restaurants that can satisfy any craving you might have. From Mexican cuisine at Nini’s Taqueria to African Fusion at Chef Safari’s, there is a little bit of everything in Durango. Durango holds the title for most restaurants per capita. That is one restaurant

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A Guide to Transportation Alternatives in Durango: Sustainable Travel Options https://www.durango.org/blog/post/transportation-guide/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/transportation-guide/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/transportation-guide/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0600

If you’re looking for sustainable transportation, Durango has plenty of options. From its public transit system to extensive sidewalks and bike lanes Durango’s got you covered. There is no need for a car when everything is just a bus ride or a walk away. It can get hectic during these summer months

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A Guide on Rafting Responsibly in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/rafting-responsibly/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/rafting-responsibly/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/rafting-responsibly/ Fri, 26 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0600

Embrace the Adventure with Care!

Durango’s gorgeous Animas River provides splishy-splashy fun for hundreds of people every summer. Knowing the proper tools, principles, and etiquettes when rafting the Animas River can help you and others have a safe yet enjoyable time. Whether it's a little cruise

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Guide to High-Altitude Awareness in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/high-altitude-awareness-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/high-altitude-awareness-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/high-altitude-awareness-durango/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Perched between the San Juan Mountains and the La Plata Mountains Durango, Colorado sits 6,500 ft above sea level. Your visit to Durango might take you to places like Ska Brewing Co. to enjoy a True Blond Ale, or Mexican Logger. While enjoying the many libations and spirits Durango has to offer, it

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How to Host a Sustainable and Locally Focused Wedding in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/how-to-host-a-sustainable-wedding-in-durango/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/how-to-host-a-sustainable-wedding-in-durango/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/how-to-host-a-sustainable-wedding-in-durango/ Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0700

Your wedding day is a celebration of love, commitment, and the start of a beautiful journey together. What better way to mark this special occasion than by hosting a wedding that reflects your values and priorities? If you're passionate about sustainability and supporting local communities, Durango,

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How to Plan a Sustainable Vacation https://www.durango.org/blog/post/plan-sustainable-vacation/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/plan-sustainable-vacation/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/plan-sustainable-vacation/ Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0600

With more people traveling and destinations reconsidering what tourism means to them in the last couple of years it is important to plan your vacation around not only where you want to go but in a way that minimizes environmental impact and increases the economic impact of your destination of

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Our Favorite Trails to Snowshoe https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trails-to-snowshoe/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trails-to-snowshoe/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trails-to-snowshoe/ Wed, 12 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Durango winters are meant to be savored, and just because there’s a lot of snow on the ground does not mean you have to give up long walks in nature. There’s nothing that quite compares to the quiet beauty of a hike covered in a gorgeous blanket of snow.

Snowshoeing offers the perfect opportunity to

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