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Brady Johnson
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The C Lazy U Ranch was recently named the number two snowshoe adventure destination for families by “Snowshoe Magazine”. Out of hundreds of destinations worldwide, C Lazy U came in at second place!
Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its 27th annual Readers’ Choice Awards, and C Lazy U Guest Ranch is recognized as a Top 100 Hotel & Resort in the World (#31), Top 25 Resort in the US (#8) and Top 20 Resort in Colorado (#3), with a score of 95.096.
“We’re extremely honored to be recognized amongst the top resorts in the world by such a prestigious publication,” said David Craig, C Lazy U general manager. “This is a testament to not only our property, but the outstanding staff at our Ranch, who work so hard to ensure each and every guest has a memorable experience. Thanks to our team’s efforts, we are proud to say we consider many of our guests family, as they return to visit year after year.”
More than 76,600 dedicated readers cast votes for 7,721 hotels, 642 cities, 453 cruise ships and 148 islands, in an average survey time of 16.5 minutes. The result? The 1,182 best travel experiences in the world.
Celebrating its 95th year, C Lazy U is Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway. Located in Grand County and easily accessible from Denver, C Lazy U features a collection of 43 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, a full-service “Lazy You” spa, and 8,500 acres of adventure.
The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as “the best of the best of travel.” Under Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán, the Readers’ Choice Awards have become more selective and specific to the passions that inspire today’s travelers.
This year, Condé Nast Traveler introduced two new categories: Hall of Famers, iconic properties that debuted in the first Readers’ Choice Awards; and The Newcomers and The Comebacks, new and recently refreshed properties that are destined to become future classics.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are announced in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler, on newsstands nationwide on October 28, 2014. The full list is published exclusively online, at www.CNTraveler.com/rca.
Known for its superior service, C Lazy U is Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway. Located in Grand County and easily accessible from Denver, C Lazy U is one of the few remaining places where guests can experience a vacation far from the stresses of everyday life and filled with the rich traditions of the American West. C Lazy U features a collection of 43 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, a full-service “Lazy You” spa, and 8,500 acres of adventure. Limitless family activities include horseback riding, a second-to-none children’s program, swimming, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hunting, yoga, a zip line and ropes course, trap shooting, archery, snow tubing, ice hockey and skating on a Zamboni-groomed pond, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. For those who visit C Lazy U and never want to leave, private ownership opportunities are also available. For additional information, visit www.clazyu.com, or call (970) 887-3344.
Writer Lisa McElroy included C Lazy U Ranch in her “Roundup of 4 Great Colorado Dude Ranches for the Cowgirl in Everyone”, published by Yahoo! Travel. Lisa visited Grand County, CO and spent time at some different dude ranches, exploring the differences. We’re happy to say we made the list!
The C Lazy U Ranch was honored to be part of an article entitled 8 Places to Tap Into Your Inner Cowboy! Written by Emily Bratcher, the article was featured in the US News travel section, as well as on Huffington Post’s website
It was love at first bite for Fitness writer Kelly Bastone, when she stayed at the ranch with her husband. Her goal was to reconnect with him, and it appears the trip was a success!
C Lazy U Ranch’s award-winning spa was featured in the November 2013 issue of American Spa Magazine! Editor Heather Mikesell is “smitten” with the treatment tents over Willow Creek with glass floor windows so you can gaze at the flowing water below during your massage.
Ski Magazine gave C Lazy U Ranch a two-page spread in their November 2013 issue! Listing a variety of family-friendly ski destinations, Ski Magazine writer Samatha Berman writes: “This Western ski vacation is the real deal, complete with riding, roping, and chowing down. From homemade biscuits and gravy in the dining room to winter trail rides through the snow, this is the Colorado ski country you might not expect.”
Granby, Colo. – October 21, 2013 – Today, C Lazy U, Colorado’s original and premier luxury guest ranch, is proud to announce the receipt of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Head Wrangler, Bill Fisher, at the Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association’s (CHLA) annual “Stars of the Industry” awards banquet. A mainstay at the Ranch for decades, Fisher originally worked at C Lazy U as a teenager in 1968, and has been involved with the equestrian program at C Lazy U ever since.
The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes those in the hospitality industry who have made a marked impact on others with an extraordinary dedication to hospitality over an expansive career. Of 45,000 professionals involved in Colorado’s hospitality industry, only 37 are recognized in the annual awards ceremony, and only Fisher will receive the supervisor categories’ Lifetime Achievement distinction.
“Bill is so much more than an employee at C Lazy U,” said David Craig, general manager. “He makes a profound impact on the lives of all who have the good fortune to experience his style of effective, caring and compassionate horsemanship. Known as the expert at matching humans and horses at our property, he has made an enduring mark on our employees’ and guests’ lives, giving them the gift of confidence, self reliance and trust, as well as a lingering lifetime memory.”
As head wrangler and barn manager, Fisher manages the health and care of the up to 200 horses owned by C Lazy U. Not only does he know each horse by name, he is an expert at understanding their individual riding temperament, and their place in the complex social order of the herd. Fisher is one of the first members of the C Lazy U team with whom guests interact during their stays; matching each guest with a horse tailored to his or her ability and personality upon arrival. Throughout their stays, guests ride daily with the same horse, forming a bond that is often times the most memorable aspect of their time spent at C Lazy U.
In addition to managing the riding program, horses and barn – for which C Lazy U is renowned – Fisher also manages an ever-changing staff of up to 20 wranglers, many of whom are college-aged kids who grew up visiting the Ranch with their families as children. Fisher’s guidance, riding instruction and the gentle manner with which he approaches his relationships with both animals and people has positively impacted the lives of everyone he has worked with over the course of his seasoned career.
Known for its superior service, C Lazy U is Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway. Located in Grand County and easily accessible from Denver, C Lazy U is one of the few remaining places where guests can experience a vacation far from the stresses of everyday life and filled with the rich traditions of the American West. C Lazy U features a collection of 38 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, a full-service “Lazy U” spa, and 8,500 acres of adventure. Limitless family activities include horseback riding, a second-to-none children’s program, swimming, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hunting, yoga, a zip line and ropes course, trap shooting, archery, snow tubing, ice hockey and skating on a Zamboni-groomed pond, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. For those who visit C Lazy U and never want to leave, private ownership opportunities are also available. For additional information, visit www.clazyu.com, or call (970) 887-3344.
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DENVER – August 30, 2013 – C Lazy U, Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway, is pleased to announce an expanded spa menu at its one-of-a-kind “Lazy You” Spa. The Ranch recently launched the Outlaw Fitness and Wellness program, created by health and fitness expert Tammy Reno, C Lazy U’s new spa and fitness coordinator. Reno’s extensive experience brings a diverse range of services to the program, and allows guests to enjoy offerings including massage, yoga, fitness training and boot camps.
Reno brings more than 13 years of industry experience to the Fitness and Wellness program. With a B.A. in Health & Fitness, an M.A. in Kinesiology, a Master of Fitness Certification, and experience owning and operating her own fitness studio for more than a decade, Reno has greatly expanded the program offerings at the “Lazy You” Spa.
“With guests’ utmost wellbeing in mind, Tammy is proving to be an invaluable asset our team, and to the new Outlaw Fitness and Wellness program. We couldn’t be happier with the level of expertise, care and dedication she has contributed to the “Lazy You” Spa, and the health offerings we provide our guests, in her short time here,” said general manager David Craig.
The recently launched Outlaw Fitness and Wellness program offers guests 60-minute yoga classes, personal training sessions and fitness classes during their stays. All fitness levels and ages are welcome, as the programs can be tailored to each guest’s taste and fitness level; additionally, programs often incorporate use of the Ranch’s natural surroundings, as well as area activities such as hiking and mountain biking. The wellness sessions are designed to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit as guests retreat from everyday life, and complement the traditional ranch stay through stretching and guided fitness regimens. The renovated state-of-the-art fitness center, located in the Patio House, enhances the Outlaw Fitness and Wellness program experience, and provides a convenient meeting place for guests 24 hours a day.
The “Lazy You” Spa features newly renovated tented treatment rooms, as well as shower and locker room facilities, all nestled alongside the banks of tranquil Willow Creek. Treatment tents overlooking the flowing water provide the ultimate in western relaxation and the ideal way to unwind after a day enjoying activities at the Ranch.
C Lazy U features a collection of 43 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, the full-service “Lazy You” Spa, and 8,500 acres of adventurous activities. No matter the season, guests are never short of experiences, most of which are included within the price of their stays.
Known for its superior service, C Lazy U is Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway. Located in Grand County and easily accessible from Denver, C Lazy U is one of the few remaining places where guests can experience a vacation far from the stresses of everyday life and filled with the rich traditions of the American West. C Lazy U features a collection of 43 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, a full-service “Lazy You” spa, and 8,500 acres of adventure. Limitless family activities include horseback riding, a second-to-none children’s program, swimming, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hunting, yoga, a zip line and ropes course, trap shooting, archery, snow tubing, ice hockey and skating on a Zamboni-groomed pond, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. For those who visit C Lazy U and never want to leave, private ownership opportunities are also available. For additional information, visit www.clazyu.com, or call (970) 887-3344.
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DENVER, Colo. – June 27, 2013 – Today, C Lazy U, Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway, announces the launch of its new, more user-friendly website.
The website, created by web designer Margaret Pickard, includes a new, more visually-appealing design; “hot buttons,” directing guests to popular items, and making information easier to find; and a new hosting platform that allows for easier updating, optimal integration into current web browsing systems, and allows visitors the capability to subscribe to updates, in order to receive timely content from the Ranch.
“From a design perspective, we opted to keep the overall look and feel of C Lazy U’s previous website,” said Pickard. “However, we modernized the user interface and back-end technology, and made it slightly more sleek and cohesive.”
Additionally, with the launch of the new site, the Ranch is also introducing mobile-friendly templates for those browsing the site on smartphones and tablet devices. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay-Per-Click advertising will also be increased.
“Although C Lazy U itself has been in existence for nearly a century, and we encourage our guests to disconnect and enjoy the Ranch’s beautiful surroundings when they’re with us, we realize the importance of ensuring that we’re also utilizing the most up-to-date systems and technology when it comes to our web presence,” said Brady Johnson, director of sales and marketing at C Lazy U. “We’re excited to launch the new site, and think our current – and prospective – guests will enjoy its design and features.”
Known for its superior service, C Lazy U is Colorado’s premier luxury guest ranch getaway. Located in Grand County and easily accessible from Denver, C Lazy U is one of the few remaining places where guests can experience a vacation far from the stresses of everyday life and filled with the rich traditions of the American West. C Lazy U features a collection of 38 rustically-elegant cabin accommodations, fine dining, a full-service “Lazy U” spa, and 8,500 acres of adventure. Limitless family activities include horseback riding, a second-to-none children’s program, swimming, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hunting, yoga, a zip line and ropes course, trap shooting, archery, snow tubing, ice hockey and skating on a Zamboni-groomed pond, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. For those who visit C Lazy U and never want to leave, private ownership opportunities are also available. For additional information, visit www.clazyu.com, or call (970) 887-3344.
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It’s finally Summer in the Rocky Mountains, and that means C Lazy U Ranch is painted with lush greenery and golden Colorado sunshine. Whether your days at the ranch are packed full of thrilling activities and western excitement, or spa pampering and self-reflection, you’ll need meals as grand as the West to keep you going. … Continue Reading »
From the Horse's Mouth
The housekeeping staff was so through! I really appreciate them taking the time and energy to keep the facilities top notch! Additionally, the humidifiers were a life saver for us.
~ Kevin & Sarah M., 11-14-2021
