Colorado is more than skiing and the Denver Broncos. There
are an abundant number of activities for the young and old. With the Christmas
season quickly approaching it is only appropriate that my first post is about
the North Pole and Santa Claus Workshop. Nestled at the foot of Pike’s Peak,
just a few miles west of Colorado Springs, you will find a winter
wonderland.
As you stroll through the park, the sounds of Christmas music can be heard. The winding paths are full of children running from ride to ride while parents do some early Christmas shopping in one of the many specialty stores located inside the park. Although the admission seems steep, there is quite a lot to do inside the theme park. Unlimited rides and shows are included with your ticket and don’t forget the highlight of the trip, Santa Claus. Photos are available for purchase, but visiting the great man is included with your admission.
There is no money exchanged in the park. Every visitor is given a purchase card. When you purchase food, the card is marked with the amount. If you purchase items from the gift shop, the card is marked with the amount and the purchase is sent to the exit where you pay for everything marked on your card and retrieve your items when you leave the park. Although it is nice to not shell out money at every store, it would be easy to get carried away and overspend, so keep track of your purchase card amount. The arcade is the only place where real money is used.
Santa’s Workshop is a great place to visit. However, it is located at the base of Pike’s Peak, which is higher in elevation than the city, bring jackets and coats. The weather will most likely be colder there and it may even be snowing. It is also built into the side of the mountain; therefore the paths are steep and uneven. Wear sensible shoes and clothing to avoid falls and chills. Even though the park is open year round, except Christmas Eve and Day, it is always best to call first to ensure the park is open and check on weather conditions.
Although the website recommends three hours to explore the whole park, I recommend a whole day. There is so much to see and do and a lot of walking, plus the kids will surely want to do their favorite rides twice or more. Picnic tables are available if you want to bring your own food into the park, and parking is free. This will most likely become a yearly tradition for my family and hopefully yours.
For more information please visit http://northpolecolorado.com/
Submitted by Corrina
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As you stroll through the park, the sounds of Christmas music can be heard. The winding paths are full of children running from ride to ride while parents do some early Christmas shopping in one of the many specialty stores located inside the park. Although the admission seems steep, there is quite a lot to do inside the theme park. Unlimited rides and shows are included with your ticket and don’t forget the highlight of the trip, Santa Claus. Photos are available for purchase, but visiting the great man is included with your admission.
There is no money exchanged in the park. Every visitor is given a purchase card. When you purchase food, the card is marked with the amount. If you purchase items from the gift shop, the card is marked with the amount and the purchase is sent to the exit where you pay for everything marked on your card and retrieve your items when you leave the park. Although it is nice to not shell out money at every store, it would be easy to get carried away and overspend, so keep track of your purchase card amount. The arcade is the only place where real money is used.
Santa’s Workshop is a great place to visit. However, it is located at the base of Pike’s Peak, which is higher in elevation than the city, bring jackets and coats. The weather will most likely be colder there and it may even be snowing. It is also built into the side of the mountain; therefore the paths are steep and uneven. Wear sensible shoes and clothing to avoid falls and chills. Even though the park is open year round, except Christmas Eve and Day, it is always best to call first to ensure the park is open and check on weather conditions.
Although the website recommends three hours to explore the whole park, I recommend a whole day. There is so much to see and do and a lot of walking, plus the kids will surely want to do their favorite rides twice or more. Picnic tables are available if you want to bring your own food into the park, and parking is free. This will most likely become a yearly tradition for my family and hopefully yours.
For more information please visit http://northpolecolorado.com/
Submitted by Corrina
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