Frontier Airlines is now flying to Colorado Springs. It's one of several new markets for the airline.
With Frontier's fleet of ten Bombardier Q400 planes, which each have 74-seats, the company will also begin flying to Durando-La Plata County Airport in Durago, Colo., Aspen/Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, Colo., and Walker Field Airport in Grand Junction, Colo., in late April and early May. Those flights will be nonstop from Denver, opening up a new option for air travelers.
"With its dynamic growth and diverse business and leisure interests, Colorado Springs has long been a destination that was at the top of our list for intra-Colorado expansion," said Frontier President and CEO Sean Menke in a statement. "However, prior to the growth of our new fleet of Q400 aircraft we didn't have the right aircraft to make Colorado Springs service a reality. We are proud to say that with the start of today's service we now offer our unmatched customer service and great fares in the two largest cities in Colorado, and we look forward to our upcoming launches to several more of Colorado's top destinations. Thank you to all the Frontier and Lynx and employees who have worked so hard to make today's launch of service to Colorado Springs a success."
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With the warmer weather nearly upon us here in the Northeast, thoughts of trips to outdoor amusement parks quickly fill our heads. But how to best enjoy them and make the most of your time there? Woman's Day to the rescue. In a recent issue of the magazine, they shared their top six tips for surviving your next trip to the theme park.
Theme Park Survival Guide
* Get there early. "The first two hours a park is open are the least crowded," says Mary Waring of MouseSavers.com. "You often won't have to wait for the most popular rides during this time."
* Carry just the essentials, and skip the backpack. It invites pickpockets and is awkward to stow on rides.
* Bring along blister relief like bandages and moleskin. Believe it or not, you can log 5-12 miles of walking a day at large parks like Disney. Check preschoolers' feet frequently - they probably won't say they're getting a blister until it's too late.
* Take a break. "Many people want to get the most for their money, so they rush around and try to do every attraction," says Disney guide author Bob Sehlinger. "But when you and the kids get tired and irritable, focus on what would feel best. A swim at the hotel? A nap? After all, this is supposed to be fun."
* Prioritize. "Before you go, have each child choose several of his or her must-do or must-see attractions. Hit those first so no one's disappointed at the end of the day," says Waring.
* "Decide up front how much you'll spend on souvenirs per child and stay on budget," says Michele Perry of TripAdvisor.com. "Let them spend it on whatever they want, but when it's gone, it's gone."
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