Teams from around the world will arrive in Breckenridge for their 21st Festival, sponsored in part by ResortQuest. Artists come together to carve beautiful masterpieces from 20-ton blocks of snow. In just 65 hours, these enormous snow canvasses transform into three dimensional works of art. These 12-foot blocks of snow turn into expressive pieces of art using only their own two hands, creative vision and approved hand tools. From a whimsical bouquet of enormous flowers, to thought-provoking abstract and sometimes gravity-defying shapes, sculptors form these creations before thousands of spectators over the course of five days at the Riverwalk Center. See the full event details including sculpting and judging times! Book your lodging now to see how the worldly teams create their snow masterpieces!
12.29.2010
Best January Events in Breckenridge for 2011
Teams from around the world will arrive in Breckenridge for their 21st Festival, sponsored in part by ResortQuest. Artists come together to carve beautiful masterpieces from 20-ton blocks of snow. In just 65 hours, these enormous snow canvasses transform into three dimensional works of art. These 12-foot blocks of snow turn into expressive pieces of art using only their own two hands, creative vision and approved hand tools. From a whimsical bouquet of enormous flowers, to thought-provoking abstract and sometimes gravity-defying shapes, sculptors form these creations before thousands of spectators over the course of five days at the Riverwalk Center. See the full event details including sculpting and judging times! Book your lodging now to see how the worldly teams create their snow masterpieces!
12.28.2010
Dew Tour Breckenridge Wrap Up- Video of Highlights
12.21.2010
$39 Southwest Flights to Colorado Plus Skis Fly Free- Get to Breckenridge
So how where and when do you save?
• Book your flights with Southwest airlines into Denver- save on cheap flights plus save up to $100 dollars on checked baggage fees! (price based on oversized baggage fees from United.com)
• When you book your shuttle bus from Denver to Breckenridge, ResortQuest guests receive a discount on their shuttle.
• Don’t waste money on a rental car- use the ResortQuest Free Shuttle! Go anywhere in Breckenridge and be hassle free and stress free (you wont have to drive in snowy conditions) with a shuttle that is on demand!
• Book your lodging with ResortQuest and save up to 40% on your lodging.
• Save on Activities! All ResortQuest Breckenridge guests now receive our premier RSVP (ResortQuest Serious Vacation Package) coupon books full of free activities! Get a spa treatment, free martinis, free sleigh ride and more!
Combine all of these deals and you’ll be saving money while on vacation! All these deals make it that much easier to get the “Land called Colorado” so start planning your winter ski trip to Breckenridge! Don’t miss out on Breckenridge’s powder- it just keeps snowing!
12.20.2010
Breckenridge's New Roller Coaster Gold Run on Peak 8
12.15.2010
3rd Winter Dew Tour Breckenridge Open: Breckenridge, CO
- 2:30PM - 4:00PM MEN'S FREESKI SLOPESTYLE PRELIMS
- 7:00PM - 9:00PM THE COOL KIDS/THE KNOCKS - FREE LIVE CONCERT AT RIVERWALK
- 10:00AM - 11:00AM MEN'S SNOWBOARD SUPERPIPE FINAL
- 2:00PM - 3:30PM WOMEN'S FREESKI SLOPESTYLE PRELIMS
- 2:30PM - 3:30PM MEN'S FREESKI SLOPESTYLE FINAL
12.11.2010
Best of Breckenridge’s Local Gifts for Christmas- Stuff the Stockings!
Breckenridge's cute little town offers a wide array of shopping that provides the perfect Christmas gifts for all on your list! See some of our recommendations for the best Breckenridge gifts! See full shopping guide.
- Breckenridge Brewery Gift Cards: There is nothing like a fabulous cold beer after an incredible day of skiing- that's why you should get your beer loving friend or significant other a brewery gift card- whether they are local or just in Breckenridge for a week there will be no money left on the card!
- Breckenridge Barkery: Get your pet something they'll love from the Barkery where all kinds of pet treats will make your pup beg for more!
- Rocky Mountain Cupcake Shop- Ok we know its not part of the Christmas tradition to have cupcakes on Christmas morning but after you taste the rocky mountain cupcake shop you’ll make sure the holidays include these fantastic cupcakes!
- Milagros- This beautiful shop has tons of hand-made soaps and have some unique gifts that the ladies will love!
- ResortQuest Ski and Sport- get your outdoorsy man or lady something warm and functional at the ResortQuest Ski and Sport shop- from great gear to goggles and base layers you'll find something perfect!
- Images by Sarah Jane- Snatch up these beautiful handmade cards with photographs from Sarah Jane. The images are so striking and beautiful they are perfect for gifts or as thank yous to all you love. If you have an art lover they will love these functional cards perfect for many occasions. Email her at imagesbysarahjane@hotmail.com.
- Spa Day! Get the lady you love a little relaxation with a spa day! The Spa at Breckenridge in BlueSky has an full and diverse menu of services from sugar rubs to rejuvenating skin treatments perfect to combat the high altitude dryness.
12.10.2010
Keystone Insider’s Tip: Best Ski Runs for December 2010
The Keystone Insider Tips are provided by the expert staff (and expert skiers and riders) at the ResortQuest Ski and Sport Rental Shop. Make sure you get the best gear from the most knowledgeable team in Keystone!
The Keystone Ski Area is a great resort that hosts a wide variety of terrain that caters to all levels of skiers and boarders! From fun rolling groomers and soft greens to difficult moguls and back country like terrain Keystone is a mountain that will keep everyone entertained!
Best Ski Runs for December
- Beginner (Green) Spring Dipper is a green run that’s fun for all skill levels with softer flatter terrain. There are a few little rollers that are fun to ski on and maybe do some little tricks. Snow coverage is great and there are no bald or thin spots on this run.
- Intermediate (Blue) Paymaster is a blue run that is fun for the intermediate skier/boarders. It also has many little rollers due to the snow making in progress. It is a steeper run with less people so you have the run to yourself. It’s a great run if you want to gear it up a notch.
- Advanced (Black) Windows is a black run that is great for the experts! Windows winds through the trees, and even when there isn’t fresh powder, you’ll be able to find awesome stashes of knee deep snow. We do suggest caution when riding in these early season conditions. Because the base is not very deep yet (its only December) there is a chance of hitting logs/rock/debris that could jump out and get ya!
Get to Keystone and decide if you agree with our Local Experts recommendations! When you book lodging anytime during December (including Holidays!!!) with us at ResortQuest Breckenridge or Keystone you will save 40% off!!!
Top 5 Things to Do In Winter in Keystone, CO
These insider tips come from Kevin Bradford, our Keystone property manager- see our Keystone lodging options.
Keystone’s quaint mountain village, the Keystone ski resort and surrounding areas host an awesome array of activities and events that you have to try while you are visiting!
Here are our top 5 unique things to do in Keystone:
1. Grab the whole family and visit the snow castle and try night tubing at the Adventure Center located at the top of the River Run Gondola. The snow tubing is some of the most exciting you can find in the whole country, and the gigantic Snow Castle is a great place for kids to explore.
2. Get dinner at one of Keystone’s on-mountain fine dining establishments, the Alpenglow Stube or Fondue Chessel. Both require a gondola ride to get there and have some of the most luxurious atmospheres you can find this side of Vail. See other restaurant recommendations in Keystone.
3. Go ice skating at Keystone Lakeside Village, its open late and there are a few nice restaurants and shops to visit that line the shore.
4. Do a day of KAT skiing or snowboarding with Keystone Adventure Tours. For a reasonable price, their experienced guides will take you above tree line into the Keystone Backcountry and even provide you with a pair of wide skis for the deep snow you’re surely to find in the bowls. See other winter activities.
5. Get some delicious breakfast and coffee or hot chocolate in Inxpot, located in the center of River Run Village. Inxpot has a large drink menu with a full bar, and has books to read and sofas to sit on in the back. They also have a few tables out front in the Village, a good spot to people-watch as everyone makes their way to and from the River Run Gondola. See other restaurant recommendations in Keystone.
See more of what Keystone has to offer with our run down of activities and events. Book your Keystone Vacation with ResortQuest and save on lodging- up to 40% for the month of December! See our other lodging deals too!
12.09.2010
Top 5 Reasons to Get Married at Main Street Station- Breckenridge Weddings
Every wedding day should be perfect and reflect the personalities of the happy couple! We at ResortQuest Breckenridge not only want to help you make your wedding day perfect but our wedding and group facilities at the Main Street Station in Breckenridge can also provide a glamorous backdrop.
#3-Discounted Rooms: ResortQuest helps to ensure you wedding day is also affordable for you and your guests by offering discounted rooms. See our wedding deals!
#4- Signature Wedding Page and Easy Booking: When you choose ResortQuest for your wedding venue we make the process easy for guests- we give special promo codes that allow for your guests to easily book on-line. Plus they will easily find all your wedding specifics for lodging and more on your signature wedding page in our website.
#5 -Best of All- Get a FREE Bridal Suite for the bride and groom! If you book your wedding reception with ResortQuest we give you a luxury bridal suite to escape to and begin your honeymoon!
See Lance Armstrong in Breckenridge for the Quiznos Pro Challenge!
Tour Schedule and Route
- August 22 – Stage 1, Prologue time trial, Colorado Springs
- August 23 – Stage 2, Salida to Crested Butte, mountain-top finish
- August 24 – Stage 3, Gunnison to Aspen, mountain stage
- August 25 – Stage 4, Vail, time trail, former Coors Classic stage
- August 26 – Stage 5, Avon to Steamboat Springs
- August 27 – Stage 6, Steamboat Springs to Breckenridge
- August 28 – Stage 7, Golden to Denver
About the 5 Teams
12.01.2010
Holiday Lodging Sale- 40% off Small Condos in Breckenridge!
ResortQuest Breckenridge is throwing a lodging sale! Grab your significant other or some friends and get away to Breckenridge for cheap during the Christmas and New Year Holidays!!!
Come to Breckenridge for the Holidays anytime between Dec. 1, 2010 and January 2, 2011 and get:
40% Off 2 Night Stays in Hotel, Studio & 1 Bedroom Condos!
* Choose from Main Street Station or River Mountain Lodge
* Stay 2 nights (or more!)
* Valid for stays December 1 - January 2, 2010
* Book by December 14, 2010
* See Lodging Deal for Full Details
Just imagine a pre-Christmas weekend ski trip, or celebrate New Year's in Breckenridge! The possibilities are endless but this Small Condo Sale means a cheap and beautiful getaway vacation!
- See a Calendar of Events for December
- See Breckenridge Activities
- See Top Restaurants and Nightlife in Breckenridge