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Far View

Friday, April 27th, 2018 in Colorado
The view from our balcony at Far View Lodge, with the San Juan Mountains in the distance.

Because Mesa Verde is slanted to the south, the proper geological term is cuesta, not mesa.

Far View Lodge

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Assortment

Haleakala in the Fog
Haleakala in the Fog
On the last day of our visit, we check out of the Ritz Carlton and ask to rent a car. Our flight is late in the evening and we hope to sightsee during the day. But the car rental desk at the Ritz refuses to rent us one of the many dozens of vehicles in their lot because we have just checked out.
Lake Isabelle
Lake Isabelle
Lake Isabelle
Balcony House
Balcony House