International Snow Sculpture Championships

ResortQuest Breckenridge is a proud sponsor of one of Breckenridge, Colorado’s most famed events, the Budweiser Select International Snow Sculpture Championships. Each year teams of world-class artisans converge in the mountain resort of Breckenridge, Colorado where they transform 20-ton blocks of ice and snow into breathtaking works of art. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers over 350 vacation rentals in Breckenridge, Colorado, just steps from the town center and the event viewing plaza.

January 16, 2007, Breckenridge, Colorado – The snowy mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado is eagerly preparing for one of its most famed events of the season: The 17th Annual Budweiser Select International Snow Sculpture Championships. Starting January 23, teams from across the globe will converge in downtown Breckenridge where they prepare to carve stunning works of art from little more than a block of snow. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a full selection of vacation rentals and lodging packages in both Breckenridge and Keystone, just steps from the event viewing plaza and downtown Breckenridge.

Each year Breckenridge plays host to this event, which draws teams from as far away as Mexico, Norway, Italy and Sweden. A total of 10 teams, representing 17 countries are on tap for this year’s competition. Over the course of 5 days, thousands of spectators watch as blank canvases of snow are transformed into everything from whimsical bouquets of enormous flowers to thought-provoking abstract shapes. Rules limit the artists to the strict use of select hand tools and their own creativity and inspiration. No power tools or colorants are allowed.

On January 27, 2007 a panel of judges will award honors to the top four teams, based on the criteria of: theme, style and technique. The spectators will then have their moment to speak, with the awards of: People’s Choice, Kid’s Choice and Artist’s Choice. A week-long viewing period follows the awards ceremony, with the final viewing commencing on February 4th. For more information, visit www.gobreck.com .
Guests interested in lodging for the competition are encouraged to contact ResortQuest Breckenridge Vacation Rentals.ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a complete selection of vacation rentals and lodging packages for the Snow Sculpture Championships, along with convenient locations to both the event and the mountain peaks. Guests can choose from deluxe hotel suites, 1-4 bedroom condominium and luxurious private homes in ski-in/ski-out or downtown locations. For more information on ResortQuest Breckenridgeand their wide selection of vacation rentals, visit www.resortquestbreckenridge.com

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Ullr! Ullr!

ResortQuest Breckenridge Welcomes Ullr Fest, January 5 – 12th.

Breckenridge, Colorado – December 29, 2006. Although it appears that the snow gods have already smiled upon much of Colorado this winter, the ski bums in Breckenridge, Colorado haven’t had enough yet. The local population is already gearing up for the annual week of tomfoolery known as “Ullr Fest”. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers lodging in Breckenridge, with over 350 vacation rentals, just steps from the celebration.

This infamous Breckenridge event is a local celebration which pays homage to the mythical Norse god of snow, Ullr (pronounced Ooh-ler). With recent winter storms dumping over 3 feet of snow across the state, Breckenridge locals are sure to have much to celebrate. The event is famed as a week of non-stop debauchery, including a wacky parade down Main Street, live entertainment, the crowning of the Ullr King and Queen, and the ever-popular “Ullympics’”. For a complete schedule of events, visit the official Town of Breckenridge website at www.gobreck.com.

RESORTQUEST BRECKENRIDGE CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW BRECK CONNECT GONDOLA

ResortQuest Breckenridge is proud to announce the opening of the new BreckConnect gondola. The gondola is the first of its kind in Breckenridge, and will carry skiers from the downtown skier parking lots to the base of Peaks 8. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a full selection of vacation rentals in Breckenridge, just steps from the gondola and the ski-in/ski-out from the Breckenridge Ski Resort.

January 6, 2007, Breckenridge, Colorado – Breckenridge has reached a new milestone in its development with the opening of the new BreckConnect Gondola. On Sunday, December 31, 2006, the gondola carried its first passengers to the mountain base. With room for eight, the gondola connects Breckenridge’s main parking lot off Main Street, with the ski resort’s Peak 7 and 8 base areas. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a full selection of lodging choices in Breckenridge, including a host of vacation rentals, just steps from the new gondola, on main street, or slopeside to the Breckenridge Ski Resort.

The gondola has a mid-station stop at Shock Hill and continues onto a terminal at Peak 8. Another terminal at Peak 7 is scheduled to open in 2008. The gondola was designed in an effort to improve base transportation for day skiers driving from the Front Range. It has improved access to the mountain, by eliminating the need for shuttle transfers and decreasing the transportation time from parking to base to approximately eight minutes. The resort plans to operate the gondola during both winter and summer seasons.
ResortQuest Breckenridge offers a complete selection of vacation rentals and lodging package in Breckenridge and Keystone, just steps from all the adventure the mountain resorts have to offer. Guests can choose from deluxe hotel suites, 1-4 bedroom condominium and luxurious private homes in ski-in/ski-out or downtown locations. For more information on ResortQuest Breckenridge and their wide selection of vacation rentals, visit www.resortquestbreckenridge.com