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When the nation’s hospitality industry began reopening its doors in late May, Centennial Staters hit the road. But many chose to stay close to home, which has been good news for Colorado businesses that rely on income from tourism. Statistics suggesting we were happy to exchange exotic locales for nearby adventures abound. Visitation at Colorado’s 42 state parks increased by an average of 30 percent this summer, and 391,018 resident fishing licenses were issued in 2020, up 102,213 from 2019, according to the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO). From June 1 to September 7, colorado.com the CTO’s official marketing website also experienced 18 percent more traffic from in-state visitors compared to the same period in 2019, indicating that more locals were planning trips within state lines. ....