We had the good fortune of connecting with Ernest & Chantel Bordon and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ernest & Chantel, what is the most important factor behind your success?Authenticity. We are content creators for @AlwaysSunnyColorado – a Colorado centric food, adventure and travel blog. We were inspired to start our IG account because we had a strong desire to connect with our community and explore this beautiful state while supporting the local businesses we love. Our goal is to give our followers (and friends!) A reliable and consistent source all while being “Us.” We believe if your aim is to forge a strong connection, you have to be authentic.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?                                                                                               We are Florida transplants with a shared love of the mountains and food hoping to bring you all the amazing-ness Colorado has to offer through our Instagram and YouTube channel, Always Sunny Colorado. As content creators, videographers, editors (and everything else in between) our goal is not just to capture the moment but share the experience with you.
Starting the vlog not only allowed us to share why we love Colorado and connect us with our community, but also allowed us to network with people living all over the world. We are partners in life and in business. We plan and collaborate on everything together  —being/having a good team is essential. This allows us to provide a unique perspective all while having a blast. If you’re not having fun, you ain’t doing it right!

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?      This is a good one! So many great spots in Colorado, but we definitely want to keep it local. Ok, first things first —BRUNCH! White Pie or Mountain Shadows Cafe in Colorado Springs. Follow that with a hike through the Garden of the Gods Park. We love bringing visitors here because we know there is a hike out there for everyone (even the anti-hikers!).
Then Manitou Brewing Co. or Red Leg Brewing Co for a post hike, celebratory beer. Because… Colorado. Next up, a little cedar tub mineral soak at Sunwater Spa. Salt water pool, heated soaking tubs, sauna and views for days. You’re welcome. For a little evening adventure, we always recommend starting at Brooklyn’s on Boulder for hidden doors and fabulous gin drinks. Then dinner at Four by Brother Luck or Paravincinis. Or both – no judgement zone.
Oh and pizza. Gotta get a slice from the best. Slice420 in Old Colorado City. If you’re looking for REAL NY style pizza, this is where it’s at.
And because we are obsessed with our RV (Sunny), it would be a sin not to share our favorite campsites with you too. Meadow Ridge or Thunder Ridge in Pikes Peak National Forest is our second home. A short drive from the Springs and unbelievable views of Rampart Reservoir. The Estes Park KOA is also a cool spot to visit with friends wanting the true Colorado experience. They have cabins, tent, parking and electrical sites all a short drive from the Rocky Mountains and downtown Estes.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?                            We have to give a shoutout to some of our favorite Colorado influencers, Meagan @springsnative, Dionne @rockymountainfoodreport, Lauren @rencreative, Dani @aboutthesprings. These ladies do nothing but support and empower our community and deserve to be celebrated for what they do.

Website: www.AlwaysSunnyColorado.com

Instagram: @AlwaysSunnyColorado

Youtube: www.YouTube.com/AlwaysSunnyColorado

Image Credits
First two professional shots are by Ren Creativ in Colorado Springs. The rest are our adventure shots and one of our RV named “Sunny.”

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