Internet Resources

City of Denver

www.denvergov.org [1]
The city’s website is fairly easy to navigate and includes helpful options like “311” and signing up for street-sweeping-day parking alerts for residents. Look for the “Bike Maps” link to plan a two-wheeled excursion or route.

Colorado Local First

http://beta.coloradolocalfirst.com [2]
Do a search for a locally owned independent business in the directory and read reviews of listed businesses.

Colorado Tourism Office

www.colorado.com [3]
If you are a resident and just want a “day-cation” or are coming for a longer stay, be sure to check out this site with vacation ideas and vacation values.

Denver Infill

www.denverinfill.com [4]
Find out how Denver [5] is growing in with infill projects where there were once industrial sites or parking lots.

Denver Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau

www.denver.org [6]
This site is designed for tourists, locals, and yes, conventioneers. The site is loaded with facts, and helps with finding hotels, restaurants, and upcoming events.

Denver Urban Lifestyle

www.denverurbanlifestyle.com [7]
New in spring 2008, this site has event listings and features monthly podcasts about a specific neighborhood or event.

Gabby Gourmet

www.gabbygourmet.com [8]
A radio show food critic now has a website with reviews, photos, and “find of the month” restaurant listings.

Greenprint Denver

www.greenprintdenver.org [9]
An interesting look at the whole concept of a “sustainable city” and what plans are in the works to make Denver [5] more “green.”

The Intersection

http://the-intersection.blogspot.com [10]
Denver street style captured in color photos and with a little commentary from local blogger Renee Mudd. A fun diversion to see if you agree or disagree with her fashion picks.

Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation

www.metrodenver.org [11]
An affiliate of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Metro Denver EDC has a lot of statistical data for the greater seven-county area. Request a Relocation Package and Guide if you are a newcomer or relocating to the Denver area.

Regional Transportation District

www.rtd-denver.com [12]
Not only can you find bus and light rail schedules and fare information, but the Regional Transportation District (RTD) website also has a trip-planning feature to help you figure out your mass-transit route.

State of Colorado

www.colorado.gov [13]
What isn’t on this site? You can get a hunting or fishing license, find out current weather, view maps, buy a state park pass, and much more.

Westword

www.westword.com [14]
Find out about the latest events around town and check out the annual “Best Of” lists, as well as restaurant reviews.