http://Golden.dgdesign.biz/search/blog.html Audio and video from an innovative type of travel web site: http://Golden.DGDesign.biz. en-us ℗ & © 2006 DGdesign Doe & Family 200 http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/rss.xml DGdesign designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz http://Golden.DGdesign.biz Video travel experiences from an innovative type of travel web site: http://Golden.DGDesign.biz "Discover what Golden is really like through this new concept in travel web site content. On this site you'll find uncensored multimedia commentary of real-life experiences at each destination. Experience the simplicity of this small town first-hand, watch videos, get podcasts, view photos, and read articles; visit http://Golden.DGdesign.biz. Golden, Colorado, DGdesign, Danielle Glick no http://Golden.DGdesign.biz/images/welcomeSign.jpg http://Golden.DGdesign.biz 144 144 http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-bars-buffalo-rose.html After I finished eating my delicious buffalo burger and beer-battered thick-cut onion rings, I turned to my right and struck up a conversation with one of the friendly gentlemen at the table next to me who had said hello when I initially sat down. One of the first things I asked was "how frequently do you come to this bar?" To this, the one guy pointed at the other and said, "well, he's the owner!" These two guys were major jokers, so the conversation quickly turned into all kinds of silly fun. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-bars-buffalo-rose.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz "What a way to end your vacation: get naked at the Buffalo Rose!" After I finished eating my delicious buffalo burger and beer-battered thick-cut onion rings, I turned to my right and struck up a conversation with one of the friendly gentlemen at the table next to me who had said hello when I initially sat down. One of the first things I asked was "how frequently do you come to this bar?" To this, the one guy pointed at the other and said, "well, he's the owner!" These two guys were major jokers, so the conversation quickly turned into all kinds of silly fun. Golden, Colorado, Buffalo Rose, bar, live bands, games, pool, arcade, music, rock, nightlife 3:48 yes http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-cafs-higher-grounds.html While cold rain drizzled on Golden one Sunday morning, I was on a hunt for a heartwarming breakfast, but every café and bakery I stopped at was closed. When I found Higher Grounds, I instantly knew that this was exactly the cozy type of place that I was hoping to find. The walls were hand-painted a warm yellow texture, and the acoustic guitarist was strumming the type of music that made me want to sit down with a warm drink while my mind drifted into his melodies. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-cafs-higher-grounds.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz A cozy cafe with live music. While cold rain drizzled on Golden one Sunday morning, I was on a hunt for a heartwarming breakfast, but every café and bakery I stopped at was closed. When I found Higher Grounds, I instantly knew that this was exactly the cozy type of place that I was hoping to find. The walls were hand-painted a warm yellow texture, and the acoustic guitarist was strumming the type of music that made me want to sit down with a warm drink while my mind drifted into his melodies. Golden, Colorado, Higher Grounds, live music 0:50 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-cafs-starbucks.html Being located at a busy intersection along Washington Avenue makes this Starbucks one of downtown Golden's most active places. One evening I wandered in for a hot chocolate and ended up chatting with my friendly barista (or is the masculine form "baristo"?) about what he recommended an average person should do while visiting Golden. Watch the video to see what he said. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-cafs-starbucks.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz One of the most active places in downtown Golden. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the Bridgewater Grille's dining room and provide a panoramic corner view of one of Washington Avenue's busiest intersections. When I arrived at Bridgewater Grille, the skies were turning grey, and by the time I sat down, the snow had started to fall heavily. As I sat waiting for my food, I turned around and saw that the town's activity was now frozen in the timelessness of slowly falling snowflakes. Golden, Colorado, Starbucks, cafe, coffee 0:24 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-restaurants-bridgewater-grille.html Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the Bridgewater Grille's dining room and provide a panoramic corner view of one of Washington Avenue's busiest intersections. When I arrived at Bridgewater Grille, the skies were turning grey, and by the time I sat down, the snow had started to fall heavily. As I sat waiting for my food, I turned around and saw that the town's activity was now frozen in the timelessness of slowly falling snowflakes. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-restaurants-bridgewater-grille.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz The Golden Hotel's restuarant with a sweeping corner street view. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the Bridgewater Grille's dining room and provide a panoramic corner view of one of Washington Avenue's busiest intersections. When I arrived at Bridgewater Grille, the skies were turning grey, and by the time I sat down, the snow had started to fall heavily. As I sat waiting for my food, I turned around and saw that the town's activity was now frozen in the timelessness of slowly falling snowflakes. Golden, Colorado, Bridgewater Grille, bar, breakfast, lunch, dinner 0:17 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-restaurants-ddeli.html D'Deli is one of the tiniest eateries that I've ever dined in, but the fresh ingredients and friendly service here more than compensate for what it's lacking in square footage. I knew that the Denver-famous Lik's ice cream was sold here, so late one Sunday afternoon I wandered in to taste it. As I sat eating my ice cream and watching snow fall outside, Dominic, the sandwich-maker on duty, told me how life in Golden varies with the seasons. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/eat-restaurants-ddeli.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz "Create your own sandwich." D'Deli is one of the tiniest eateries that I've ever dined in, but the fresh ingredients and friendly service here more than compensate for what it's lacking in square footage. I knew that the Denver-famous Lik's ice cream was sold here, so late one Sunday afternoon I wandered in to taste it. As I sat eating my ice cream and watching snow fall outside, Dominic, the sandwich-maker on duty, told me how life in Golden varies with the seasons. Golden, Colorado, D'Deli, lunch, Lik's ice cream, sandwiches 1:21 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/play-sightseeing-paragliding.html Standing near the top of Lookout Mountain with a harness wrapped around my body, I was instructed to look down the hill towards the town until I saw the red-roofed house. This roof was the direction in which I had to run, with all my might, down the steep mountainside, with full trust that the paraglide wing would lift us up into the air before we ran off the really steep part of the hill. No problem. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/play-sightseeing-paragliding.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz A relaxing adventure with the best views possible. Standing near the top of Lookout Mountain with a harness wrapped around my body, I was instructed to look down the hill towards the town until I saw the red-roofed house. This roof was the direction in which I had to run, with all my might, down the steep mountainside, with full trust that the paraglide wing would lift us up into the air before we ran off the really steep part of the hill. No problem. Golden, Colorado, paragliding, adventure 0:48 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/play-sightseeing-street-puppet-show.html As I walked the sidewalks of Washington Avenue one sunny Saturday afternoon, the faint sounds of carnival-like music caught my ear. I followed the lively tunes until I turned a corner and discovered a very peculiar sight—a small hitch trailer with a puppet show stage cut into it. I stared and wondered how mechanical puppets could be so well-timed to the beats and yet seemed to know when to wave to passers-by. As I kept watching, I realized these weren't mechanical puppets. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/play-sightseeing-street-puppet-show.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz A free and entertaining show for all ages. As I walked the sidewalks of Washington Avenue one sunny Saturday afternoon, the faint sounds of carnival-like music caught my ear. I followed the lively tunes until I turned a corner and discovered a very peculiar sight?a small hitch trailer with a puppet show stage cut into it. I stared and wondered how mechanical puppets could be so well-timed to the beats and yet seemed to know when to wave to passers-by. As I kept watching, I realized these weren't mechanical puppets. Golden, Colorado, puppets, Street Puppet Show, Chalk 0:39 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/shop-washington-avenue-overview.html Despite the bleakness of the falling snow, Golden was active and the streets were packed with cars. One of the most memorable things about every drive down Washington Avenue is the "Welcome to Golden" sign that arcs from one side of the street to the other. Even with heavy snow falling, this sign is hard to miss. Depending on which side of town you come from, your first sight of Washington Avenue might be the draw bridge. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/shop-washington-avenue-overview.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz Washington Avenue, the main artery of downtown Golden. Despite the bleakness of the falling snow, Golden was active and the streets were packed with cars. One of the most memorable things about every drive down Washington Avenue is the "Welcome to Golden" sign that arcs from one side of the street to the other. Even with heavy snow falling, this sign is hard to miss. Depending on which side of town you come from, your first sight of Washington Avenue might be the draw bridge. Golden, Colorado, Washington Avenue 0:22 no http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/shop-general-foss-general-store.html No old western town would be complete without a general store, and in Golden, it's called Foss'. Inside this almost windowless building awaits old western decor, antique gas pumps, chocolates, wines, moccasins, games, signs, and much, much more overflowing in every aisle. The old wooden floors creak under your feet as your eyes aimlessly wander the shelves, for what, exactly, you don't know, but there are interesting items around every corner. ]]> http://golden.dgdesign.biz/search/2006/06/shop-general-foss-general-store.html Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:00:00 EST designer@Golden.DGdesign.biz Travel http://Golden.DGdesign.biz No old western town would be complete without a general store. No old western town would be complete without a general store, and in Golden, it's called Foss'. Inside this almost windowless building awaits old western decor, antique gas pumps, chocolates, wines, mocassions, games, signs, and much, much more overflowing in every aisle. The old wooden floors creak under your feet as your eyes aimlessly wander the shelves, for what, exactly, you don't know, but there are interesting items around every corner. Golden, Colorado, Foss General Store 0:45 no