Ride 'Em Cowboy

Gateway Canyons Resort, copyright Gateway Canyons

Straight from National Geographic Traveler's A*List deals:

Families can learn the ropes with real life cowboys and experience an authentic dude ranch at the Summit School Riding Ranch in Gateway, Colorado, starting at $1,686 for a family of four (rate is based on $1,286 for double occupancy and $200 per child). The package includes four nights' deluxe accommodations, horseback riding lessons, and three gourmet cowboy lunches and dinners.

The package is available from May 1 through October 15. For more information and reservations, call 866 671 4733.