Colorado Springs has always been a place people come to rest, recover, and recharge, from the early days of travelers seeking healing in the Pikes Peak region’s crisp mountain air and mineral springs to today’s thriving wellness scene.

Now, VisitCOS has launched its first-ever digital Wellness Passport, and it might be one of the most relaxing ways to explore the city.

In this episode of Springs and Things, Carly and Lauren share their experience previewing this new free digital pass that unlocks deals and experiences at local wellness businesses, from salt caves and sound baths to paddleboard yoga, massages, and holistic healing ceremonies.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• What the Colorado Springs Wellness Passport is and how it works
• How to download the free digital passport and start redeeming deals
• The types of wellness experiences available in Colorado Springs
• Why the Pikes Peak region has long been a destination for healing and recovery
• Favorite Colorado Springs reset activities recommended by local wellness experts

Featured Colorado Springs Wellness Experiences

These local businesses are part of the Wellness Passport and were featured in this episode:

• Camino Wellness Sanctuary
• EDENOLOGY Holistic Wellness
• Colorado Salt Cave Wellness Center
• Dragonfly Paddle Yoga
• Strata Spa at Garden of the Gods Resort
• Singing Bowls of the Rockies
• TRU Hair Salon
• Exos/CommonSpirit at the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center
• ELKE Modern Massage
• Face Foundrie
• Ascend Spa & Wellness at Hotel Polaris

Access the wellness pass here!

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