TRAVEL DIARY: ASPEN, COLORADO - ASPEN MOUNTAIN AND SUNDECK RESTAURANT

Happy Wednesday, Everyone!

It was time to explore Aspen Mountain, which we did on a couple different days, so, you'll see me in 2 separate outfits and some pictures with bluer skies.

We walked into town and took the 15 - 20 minute gondola ride up to the top of it.  I'm afraid of heights, so, I'll admit while facing towards the bottom of the mountain as we went up was the wrong direction to choose...but family got a good laugh out of it all! ;)

Once at the top, they had a number of games and activities you could play. Including badminton, life size chess and checkers, bocce ball, croquet, frisbee, corn hole and more. Plus, there are a number of paths and hiking trails to explore and take in the beautiful views.

We had lunch at Sundeck, the restaurant located on the top of Aspen Mountain. It is cafeteria style, but I have to say, it has some of the freshest and best salads and food selections I've ever had or seen. 

Almost everything is made to order.  Therefore, it is hot and fresh and the flavors are much higher quality that you will get in almost any cafeteria style dining. Even the salmon was cooked rare inside, if you ordered it that way, and most fine dining restaurants in New York City don't get that right when I order it rare. 

Needless to say, I was impressed, highly recommend it, and, once again, everyone was so friendly and hospitable with no lack of smiles! :)

We had a lovely time and ended up going back up to explore and eat there again while we were there. Below are the pictures from a fun and yummy day. ❤

Just a little afraid of heights and being silly...hehe...with my awesome brother-in-law,

he is a true example of an incredible man, love him!

Keeping calm with my eldest nephew, he's so big now, but such an wonderful teenager,

and his dad, my brother-in-law.

I made it to the top of Aspen Mountain!

Flower Dress: Forever 21 = $28.90  /  Camel Hobo Bag: Charming Charlie = Gift ($39)  /  Sunglasses: Francesca's = $19.99 (buy 1 get 1 half off sale)  /  Gold Vertical Bars Necklace: Illusy on Etsy = $28

View at the overlook on the top of Aspen Mountain.

Cute Bird's Nest that kids can climb and go inside at the top.

Family et moi posing in the nests because that's how we roll! ;)

Black Maxi Dress: Forever 21 = $21.90  /  Black Strappy Bralette: Forever 21 = $4.80

Loved the red gondola's that would go overhead, quintessential Aspen, especially, during ski season.

Having so much fun playing a variety of games, like corn hole, badminton and batchie ball.

Exploring the different paths, trails and views.

There is something so lovely about clean air, beautiful trees and surroundings.

Had lunch at Sundeck Restaurant located on the top of Aspen Mountain.

Shared this divine seared ahi tuna atop an Asian salad lunch.

Also shared their fresh grilled and seasoned chicken on top of a Cesar salad and it was truly delish, too!

View heading back gown the mountain from the gondola.

These beautiful huskies lived near the house we rented and were truly adorable always sticking together.

My nephew had picked this on our adventures, and I think it added a lovely,
natural touch to the dining table.

Another pretty sunset over the mountains from the balcony. 

ALL of the above images by Liesl Ehardt unless otherwise noted.