- Breckenridge, Colorado is a popular winter vacation destination.breckenridge image by Earl Robbins from Fotolia.com
Breckenridge, Colorado was founded in 1859 by Gen. George E. Spencer's prospecting company at the peak of the Pike's Peak gold rush. It became a popular skiing destination in 1961 when the Breckenridge Ski Area was opened creating a winter vacation spot for families. There are several resorts in Breckenridge that offer ski vacation packages. - The Crystal Peak Lodge is a new Breckenridge luxury resort with a ski in/ski out feature and conveniently located near the foot of Peak 7. Surrounded by mountains, Crystal Peak has a sophisticated, woodsy flavor offering spacious accommodations that include separate living and dining areas as well as a full kitchen. Relax on your private balcony or patio and warm up after a long day of skiing next to your very own gas fireplace.The rooms also come equipped with a hairdryer and complimentary wireless Internet. Saunter over to the outdoor plaza where you can enjoy a scenic view of your fellow skiers on the slope or take a dip in the hotel hot tub. Between Nov. 5 and Dec. 16, 2010, Crystal Peak offers a 25 percent discount totaling $473 per person for a four night stay that includes three, full-day lift tickets.
- If staying at the Great Divide Lodge, take a two block stroll to downtown Breckenridge. This resort is also 50 yards from the base of Peak 9. Sophisticated in its decor, the guest rooms are furnished with a king or queen-size bed and desk. If you want to kick back, enjoy the large satellite television that includes Nintendo and in-room movies or grab your laptop and surf the net on the complimentary wireless Internet access. The rooms also come equipped with features like a mini-fridge, coffeemaker and hairdryer. For $440 a person, guests can enjoy a four night stay that includes 3 days of lift tickets. This offer is available between Nov. 5 and Dec. 16, 2010.
- Rustically decorated, the Mountain Thunder Lodge offers one, two, and three bedroom condos and townhomes. Conveniently located at the bottom of Peak 8, the Mountain Thunder features ski in/ski out access. Guest quarters feature a separate living area with a fireplace and a full kitchen. Store your ski equipment in the private ski locker offered to guests and enjoy a relaxing evening on your private balcony. Enjoy a four night stay including three days of lift tickets for a 25 percent discount of $428 per person. This deal is available from Nov. 5 to Dec. 16, 2010.
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