2.27.2007

Did you think you saw someone famous on the mountian....

From April 12th – 15th, 2007 you just might!

RESORTQUEST BRECKENRIDGE WELCOMES THE PRO-CELEBRITY UNION 2 EVENT TO BRECKENRIDGE

ResortQuest Breckenridge is a proud sponsor of one of Breckenridge, Colorado’s newest events, The Pro-Celebrity Union 2. Join Hollywood stars, musicians, pro-skiers and snowboarders to raise money for charity. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers over 350 lodging options in Breckenridge, Colorado, just steps from all the action this celebrity event brings to town.
The snowy mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado is eagerly preparing to host what may fast become the celebrity event of the year: The Pro-Celebrity Union. Formerly hosted by Copper Mountain Resort, this event brings together Hollywood star power, talented musicians and some of the nation’s top skiers and riders, all in the name of charity. ResortQuest Breckenridge Lodging offers a full selection of vacation rentals and lodging packages in both Breckenridge and Keystone, just steps from all the event activities and slopeside to Breckenridge Ski Resort.
Backed by the Summit Foundation, a local Summit County, Colorado non-profit organization, the Pro-Celebrity Union is a four-day event filled with music and on-mountain exhibitions. Jeremy Bloom, the former Olympic ski team member, University of Colorado football star and Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver is on tap to host this year’s event. Bloom’s star-power is sure to propel this young event to the next level.
The Celebrity Union kicks-off Thursday, April 12 with the “Battle of the Badges” Hockey Classic, which pits local celebrities, Vail Resorts and Intrawest Resorts management and professional hockey players against one another for bragging rights and charity fundraising. The week continues with concerts by Nina Story (
http://www.ninastorey.com/), Hearing Red (http://www.myspace.com/hearingred), Blue County (http://www.myspace.com/bluecounty) and Xiren (http://www.xiren.net/) as well as slopeside and superpipe competitions on Breckenridge’s famed Peak 8 Terrain Park.

2.19.2007

Mardi Gras on Main Street Breckenridge




Main Street Station announced that it will once again host a Fat Tuesday celebration on Breckenridge's premiere outdoor plaza. This event is FREE and kicks off in Breckenridge's Main Street Station, 505 South Main Street, at 3pm.


The event will be February 20th from 3 - 6 pm with an outdoor barbeque featuring authentic Cajun cuisine. The outdoor lounge will be serving beer, wine and customary Mardi Gras Hurricane.


Live music will top off Breckenridge's Mardi Gras celebrations with the likes of the Tommy Shreve Trio. Tommy Shreve is a Louisiana musician through and through. He grew up listening to rock, blues, soul, country, Cajun/ zydeco and R&B. The Tommy Trio has toured with the likes of Jimmy Buffet and has been dubbed "the Cajun Clapton."


If you are thinking about coming down for this celebration and would like to get a room give ResortQuest Breckenridge a call for some awesome lodging deals. They have over 350 units so there is bound to be something to fit your needs. ResortQuest Breckenridge phone number is 800.525.2258 or visit them on the web at www.resortquestbreckenridge.com






Mardi Gras on Main Street Breckenridge




Main Street Station announced that it will once again host a Fat Tuesday celebration on Breckenridge's premiere outdoor plaza. This event is FREE and kicks off in Breckenridge's Main Street Station, 505 South Main Street, at 3pm.


The event will be February 20th from 3 - 6 pm with an outdoor barbeque featuring authentic Cajun cuisine. The outdoor lounge will be serving beer, wine and customary Mardi Gras Hurricane.


Live music will top off Breckenridge's Mardi Gras celebrations with the likes of the Tommy Shreve Trio. Tommy Shreve is a Louisiana musician through and through. He grew up listening to rock, blues, soul, country, Cajun/ zydeco and R&B. The Tommy Trio has toured with the likes of Jimmy Buffet and has been dubbed "the Cajun Clapton."


If you are thinking about coming down for this celebration and would like to get a room give ResortQuest Breckenridge a call for some awesome lodging deals. They have over 350 units so there is bound to be something to fit your needs. ResortQuest Breckenridge phone number is 800.525.2258 or visit them on the web at www.resortquestbreckenridge.com






2.14.2007

Couples Tie the Knot at 12,000 Feet


Couples from across the country are coming to Loveland Ski area, 25miles East of Breckenridge, to exchange their wedding vows. At the top of Chair 2 about 60 couples are joining together in a mass ceremony dubbed "Marry Me and Ski For Free Mountaintop Matrimony." The celebrations will be followed by a reception with finger foods, refreshments and a wedding cake.

After a day on the mountain the newly wed couples are welcome to come into Breckenridge to celebrate with friends and family. Plenty of Valentine’s Day specials are offered at Breckenridge restaurants and bars. After a full day of skiing and fun snuggle up with your special someone in one of Breckenridge Vacation Rentals

2.09.2007

Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge


The Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge is stopping off in Breckenridge on Sunday February 11th on its nationwide tour. Snowboarders and skiers alike will compete for medals and other prizes in 30 different categories. All ability levels are welcome and ages ranging from under 6 to over 76 will represented. Participants and resort guests are entertained throughout the day with exciting interactive games, DJ's, music, thousands in raffle prizes and plenty of FREE Mountain Dew! If you end up going to the finals your lift tickets will be taken care of. The western finals are at Steamboat on March 31st. If you aren't from the area and are thinking about staying overnight check out the many Breckenridge Vacation Rentals in the area.



For more info check out www.mountaindewvc.com.

2.01.2007

ResortQuest Breckenridge Welcomes the Honda Ski Tour to Breckenridge


The first annual Honda Ski Tours rolls into Breckenridge, Colorado February 1 - 4. ResortQuest Breckenridge is proud to welcome these elite athletes and cutting edge culture and ski event to Breckenridge!


EVENT OVERVIEW: This February 1-4, Breckenridge Ski Resort hosts The Honda Ski Tour, a brand new event featuring the world’s best skiers and $500,000 in cash - the largest purse in skiing. The international field of pre-qualified athletes includes Olympians Daron Rahlves and Eric Schlopy as well as X Games medalists Tanner Hall, CR Johnson and Simon Dumont. These world-class skiers will compete in pre-qualified skiercross and skier halfpipe competitions and have an equal opportunity to win the single largest payout in the sport—$62,500 per stop per discipline. When the lifts stop turning, the excitement continues in downtown Breckenridge with nationally recognized music acts, parties and more. For more information about the The Honda Ski Tour including competition and entertainment schedules, go to www.breckenridge.com.


For more information visit: www.theskitour.com