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Denver and the state of Colorado have seen a spike in travel interest since the sale of recreational marijuana was legalized to anyone 21 or older at the start of the year, according to search data. Denver has seen a 25 percent increase in hotel searches in the first three months of the year compared to 2013. Marijuana Tourism in Colorado is reaching an all-time high with thousands of cannabis fans joining the 420 Rally in Civic Center Park in Downtown. However, the gathering for Marijuana tourism enthusiasts also falls on Easter weekend, an unfortunate irony that has social media buzzing with jokes.
In any case, Colorado will be holding the Marijuana Tourism event, the 420 Rally, on April 19-April 20, 2014., This year's rally is expected to attract a record-breaking 100,000 people. The line-up includes performances by B.O.B, Wyclef Jean, political speeches, and "demos on marijuana culinary products." "While this year's rally is still a celebration of the marijuana culture and a protest against the federal prohibition against its use, our goal is to create a positive environment for users to share stories, learn about the industry and create informed opinions on the remaining issues facing the industry," said Miguel Lopez, founder of the 420 Rally in Denver, Colorado.
Recent stats reveal that searches for hotel availability around the "420″ celebration has increased by 73% each year. Hotel searches for Denver hotels in the first four months of 2014 have increased by 25% since last year. Marijuana is legal in Colorado, but still illegal under federal law. The state has several adult recreational vendors and shops and offers weed map apps for anyone 21 years or older. Colorado's universities are reporting a spike in enrollment, with University of Colorado seeing a 30% increase in applications and Denver University experiencing an 81% increase over five years. This is happening as the National Student Clearinghouse reports a nationwide drop in college enrollments over the past two years.
College "Spring Breakers" are now flocking to Colorado. According to an analysis by Priceline.com, Denver trails only Las Vegas and New Orleans in being booked for Spring Break by people with .edu (college) email addresses. Denver is more popular than traditional Spring Break locales Fort Lauderdale, Florida; South Padre Island, Texas; and Cancun, Mexico. Colorado pot shops still report that about half of the IDs they check are from out-of-state, despite the lack of most anywhere for a tourist to smoke pot legally. Public consumption is banned and almost all hotels are non-smoking. But Rich Grant, spokesman for Denver's visitor and convention bureau, says he's heard of hotel guests asking about the fine for smoking in a non-smoking room, then paying the $250 up front.
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In any case, Colorado will be holding the Marijuana Tourism event, the 420 Rally, on April 19-April 20, 2014., This year's rally is expected to attract a record-breaking 100,000 people. The line-up includes performances by B.O.B, Wyclef Jean, political speeches, and "demos on marijuana culinary products." "While this year's rally is still a celebration of the marijuana culture and a protest against the federal prohibition against its use, our goal is to create a positive environment for users to share stories, learn about the industry and create informed opinions on the remaining issues facing the industry," said Miguel Lopez, founder of the 420 Rally in Denver, Colorado.
Recent stats reveal that searches for hotel availability around the "420″ celebration has increased by 73% each year. Hotel searches for Denver hotels in the first four months of 2014 have increased by 25% since last year. Marijuana is legal in Colorado, but still illegal under federal law. The state has several adult recreational vendors and shops and offers weed map apps for anyone 21 years or older. Colorado's universities are reporting a spike in enrollment, with University of Colorado seeing a 30% increase in applications and Denver University experiencing an 81% increase over five years. This is happening as the National Student Clearinghouse reports a nationwide drop in college enrollments over the past two years.
College "Spring Breakers" are now flocking to Colorado. According to an analysis by Priceline.com, Denver trails only Las Vegas and New Orleans in being booked for Spring Break by people with .edu (college) email addresses. Denver is more popular than traditional Spring Break locales Fort Lauderdale, Florida; South Padre Island, Texas; and Cancun, Mexico. Colorado pot shops still report that about half of the IDs they check are from out-of-state, despite the lack of most anywhere for a tourist to smoke pot legally. Public consumption is banned and almost all hotels are non-smoking. But Rich Grant, spokesman for Denver's visitor and convention bureau, says he's heard of hotel guests asking about the fine for smoking in a non-smoking room, then paying the $250 up front.
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Source: Livetradingnews.com
Author: Shayne Heffernan
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Website: US Marijuana Tourism booms Easter Weekend | Live Trading News
