The sunsets in Central Oregon are spectacular year-round, but are especially intense in the summer when afternoon thunderstorms develop and then dissipate in the early evening leaving just enough cloud cover to light up the sky. This sunset shot was taken yesterday evening, 7/27/10/, looking west toward the Oregon Cascade mountain range.

When you are vacationing in Maui, there are so many scenic destinations that are a must see.  One of our favorites include The Pools of Oheo (also known as “The Seven Pools”).  

We are so fortunate at The Gant Aspen to live within the Colorado Rockies, one of the most beautiful locations in the summertime. Some of our favorite destinations include Willow Basin and Maroon Bells. If you love fresh air, the natural beauty of the mountains and a truly inspiring experience, you'll enjoy a trip to the Colorado Rockies.

The Vail Valley Theatre Company and Manor Vail Lodge are teaming up to present a cabaret night at Manor Vail Lodge in Vail on July 26.  This event is a fundraiser for the 23-year-old not-for-profit whose mission is to bring theater opportunities to the community. The event will consist of a three-act food and song extravaganza including Broadway musical revue numbers paired with food and drinks prepared by chef Richard A. Bailey of Lord Gore restaurant.

We recently asked our Facebook "Likers": "If you were giving trip advice to someone coming to Sunriver for the first time, what is the ONE activity or attraction you would consider a "must-do" or "must-see"?

We had over 70 past Sunriver guests reply and these are the top 35 responses:

The Sunriver Resort Meadows Restaurant Staff and Culinary team are excited to announce the upcoming Sunfest Winemaker’s Dinner on Saturday, July 24th at 6pm in the Hearth Room.  The event will feature a 6-course Tasting Menu crafted by Sunriver Resort's Chef Fabrice and his team, paired with wines from the King Estate winery, chosen by Assistant Winemaker, Chris Hudson.

Cost is $65 per person and reservations are highly recommended as this event will sell out. Please call 541.593.4609. See the six course menu below:

We're excited to share our newest golf video.  Get a first-hand glimpse into the game of golf at Wild Dunes, SC and see what makes a round here so unique with commentary from our very own Director of Golf, Jeff Minton! 

Learn more about our fall golf packages and to experience award-winning golf at Wild Dunes for yourself!

Manor Vail Lodge in Vail, Colorado has announced it's official countdown to Winter 2011 ski special offer. It is never too early to start planning your Vail Colorado ski vacation, and Manor Vail has fantastic savings with FREE NIGHTS.

Hot summer days are the perfect reason to announce the annual Countdown to Winter 2011savings at The Gant – Aspen’s favorite winter vacation destination. The earlier you book, the more you save on one of our beautifully appointed Aspen condominiums. Just book by September 15 and receive the greatest savings of the season - 30% off our published rates.

It's that time again...time to announce our monthly My Wild Dunes Photo Sweepstakes winning image - Wide Open at Wild Dunes!

We love this image submitted by the Johnson family of their son Camden's underwater fun! See what they had to say about it...

Kyle Wagner, from the Denver Post, recently stayed at The Gant Condominiums, and this is what he has to say about our staff and accommodations.

Vail's Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, with a growing list of cultural and educational programs, is hosting its second annual Chefs in the Gardens series this summer featuring live cooking demonstrations by some of the Vail Valley’s most celebrated chefs.

Destination Resorts Hawaii Vacation Rentals are luxurious Maui condos, penthouses, and villas that are available for rent - much like you would book a hotel room.  But unlike a typical hotel room, a Maui vacation rental is much more - it's a home. A home that's perfect for vacations, family reunions, corporate retreats, wedding parties and many other occasions.