Vail

Wonder what it’s like to live in one of the country’s premier vacation destinations? Residents of Vail enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this alpine-style town day in and out. In addition to some of the best skiing in North America, Vail offers residents easy access to outdoor activities like fly fishing, skiing, hiking, camping, and snowshoeing, plus concerts and cultural events. While Vail proper is touristy with lots of second-home properties owned by jet setters, East Vail attracts more full-time residents (and the homes are a little less expensive). It’s directly off I-70, providing a 2-hour straight shot into Denver.