Breckenridge, Colorado AWS
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Breckenridge, Colorado WINTER EDITION
Take the stress out of vacation planning with this ready-to-go guide to spending a week in Breckenridge, Colorado. Strike the perfect balance between downtime and “go” time with our day-by-day itinerary, followed by a directory in the back. Don’t forget to share your vacation photos using #vacationdifferently!
DAY ONE 4:00pm: Check into your vacation rental home and get settled! Stock the fridge, get the lay of the land, and claim your bedroom. If your rental has access to one, visit the concierge desk and make your activity reservations for the week. 4:30pm: Visit Charter Sports to pick up your ski and snowboard rentals so you’re all set for the slopes. 6:00pm: Head to the Breckenridge Brewery and introduce your taste buds to the local fare. Insider Tip: Order the Elk Meatloaf and pair it with the Breckenridge Avalanche Amber Ale. 8:00pm: Take a walk through town and check out the shops on Main Street. Stop at Mountain Top Cookie Shop for dessert.
DAY TWO 7:00am: Visit the Columbine Cafe for breakfast. Insider Tip: Order the Huevos Rancheros to start your day off right. 8:30am: Grab your gear and head to the Breckenridge gondola. Ride the free gondola from town up to Breckenridge Ski Resort’s Peak 7 or Peak 8. Insider Tip: If you haven’t purchased your ski pass for the week, stop at the gondola ticket office before heading up the hill. 9:00am: Arrive at the base of the ski area by 9:00am for your family’s group ski lesson. Meet your instructor before heading out on the mountain for a full day of instruction and fun! 4:00pm: Head “home” and rest up from your action-packed day by making dinner together in your rental. 8:00pm: Have the grandparents watch the kids back at the rental, and go grab a beer at the famous Gold Pan Saloon. They have the oldest operating liquor license west of the Mississippi!
DAY THREE 7:30am: To get moving, grab a quick breakfast burrito and coffee from Daylight Donuts. Insider Tip: Order a dozen donut holes to go – they’ll be a nice treat on the lift later! 8:30am: Gather your gear and grab the gondola or shuttle bus to the mountain. 9:00am: Drop the kids off for another day of ski school and head to your favorite Peak to test your skills from yesterday’s group lesson. 12:00pm: Break for some delicious on-mountain dining at Robbie’s Tavern, located right at the Base of Peak 8. Insider Tip: Order the Bliss Burger for a refreshing lunch. 1:30pm: After lunch, keep the fun going on the mountain with some more runs! Feeling tired? Head back to the rental for some downtime or a dip in the heated pool or hot tub, if you have access to one. 6:00pm: After cleaning up back at the rental, enjoy some dinner with the family at Modis. Insider Tip: Order the pork chop and wash it down with a glass of sangria. 8:00pm: Head over to Escape Room Breckenridge. (Make a reservation in advance!) In this live escape game, your group is locked in a room together and your objective is to solve riddles, uncover clues and crack codes in order to escape in time.
DAY FOUR 8:00am: Whip up a family breakfast and chat about the activities you’re most excited for as you dine in-rental. A fresh veggie egg wrap is a great choice: quick, easy and sustaining. 10:00am: Meet at Good Times Adventures for a fun-filled morning of dogsledding! Enjoy a tour of winding trails through the forest and learn how to run the sled and work with the amazing Siberian Huskies. 1:30pm: After your morning’s adventure, have lunch at Downstairs at Eric’s. Insider Tip: Be prepared with quarters so the kids can enjoy the game room while you sit back and relax! 3:00pm: Grab sleds from the front desk, if your rental has access to one, and head over to Carter Park for an afternoon of slipping and sliding down the hill – winter fun no matter your age! 7:00pm: After a long day of activities, this is a great night to enjoy a relaxing family meal back in your vacation rental home. Prepare a favorite dish or order up some takeout! 8:00pm: When everyone’s full, cuddle up on the couch for a family movie night! Insider Tip: Don’t forget to grab some popcorn and the fixin’s for s’mores!
DAY FIVE 8:00am: For breakfast, pick up pastries and bagels from Clint’s Bakery. Insider Tip: Ask for some avocado as a healthy bagel spread, and grab a few Magic/Peanut Butter Bars for the crew. 9:30am: Arrive at Keystone Resort for a day of skiing and riding. You will find one of the best terrain parks there. With over 60 acres and more than 100 features, A51 provides obstacles for beginner to expert park skiers and riders. 12:00pm: When you’ve worked up an appetite, visit one of the many on-mountain restaurants for a quick bite. Insider Tip: The Overlook at The Summit House is a favorite, with housemade BBQ and gourmet sandwiches. 4:30pm: Return to your vacation rental and catch a few ZZZ’s before dinner! Or squeeze in a treatment at Simply Massage to relax those ski muscles. 7:00pm: Enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at the Southridge Seafood Grill. Insider Tip: You can’t go wrong with the Market Fish. 9:00pm: Keep the fun going with a game night back at the rental!
DAY SIX 8:00am: Whip up some yogurt parfaits for a quick start or indulge in a breakfast out at Cool River Coffee House. Insider Tip: Order their egg scramble – it’s delicious! 9:00am: Get a few last runs in before heading to Peak 8 to ride the Gold Runner Alpine Coaster. You will race down the mountain on a 2,500-foot elevated roller coaster track that quickly winds through the forest. 12:00pm: Enjoy lunch back at your vacation rental. Today’s a good day to enjoy all the delicious leftovers you accumulated throughout the week! 1:30pm: It’s your last day in Breckenridge, so take some time to enjoy Main Street with all of its boutiques, art galleries, jewelry and children’s shops. Insider Tip: It’s the best spot to find a special souvenir. 3:00pm: While you’re perusing Main Street, you may as well enjoy a final après ski! What better place than Après Handcrafted Libations with over 30 craft beers on tap? 6:00pm: For a special last night out, enjoy dinner at The Breckenridge Distillery. Their small plates and family-style meals are designed for sharing with good company, and there’s an arcade for the kids too! Insider Tip: Order the Hasselback Poutine for everyone to share and order yourself an Old Fashioned – they’re the best in town!
DAY SEVEN 8:00am: It’s time to leave the mountains! Whip up whatever’s left in the rental for breakfast, and soak up a few more glimpses of those Rocky Mountain vistas. 10:00am: Load up the car, check out of your vacation rental and make your way to the airport. You will want to give yourself extra time in case the snow is falling!
PLACES TO STOCK UP City Market Breckenridge www.citymarket.com (970) 453-0818 Whole Foods Frisco www.wholefoods.com (970) 668-9400 Breckenridge Market & Liquor Breckenridge www.breckenridgemarket.com (970) 453-2398
PLACES TO EAT Breckenridge Brewery Breckenridge www.breckbrew.com/visit/breckenridge (970) 453-1550 Mountain Top Cookie Shop Breckenridge www.breckenridgecookies.com (970) 547-4757 Columbine Café Breckenridge (970) 453-5499 Daylight Donuts Breckenridge (970) 547-8785 Modis Breckenridge www.modisbreck.com (970) 454-4330 Downstairs at Eric’s www.downstairsaterics.com Breckenridge (970) 453-1401
Clint’s Bakery Breckenridge www.clintsbakery.com (970) 453-2990 The Overlook at The Summit House Breckenridge www.keystoneresort.com (970) 345-4386 Southridge Seafood Grill Breckenridge www.southridgeseafoodgrill.com (970) 547-0063 Cool River Coffee House Breckenridge www.coolrivercoffeehouse.com (970) 453-1716 Après Handcrafted Libations Breckenridge www.apreslibations.com (970) 423-6700 Breckenridge Distillery Breckenridge www.breckenridgedistillery.com (970) 771-3251 Gold Pan Saloon Breckenridge www.thegoldpansaloon.com (970) 453-5499 Robbie’s Tavern Breckenridge www.robbiestavern.com (970) 547-8785
THINGS TO SEE & DO Charter Sports Breckenridge (multiple locations) www.chartersports.com (970) 476-0202
Catch a lift
Breckenridge Ski Resort Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com (800) 985-9842 Ski & Snowboard School Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com/plan-your-trip/ ski-and-ride-lessons.aspx (888) 576-2754 Escape Room Breckenridge Breckenridge www.escaperoombreckenridge.com (303) 562-4614
Take a family ski lesson
Good Times Adventures Breckenridge www.goodtimesadventures.com (800) 477-0144 Carter Park Breckenridge www.breckenridgecreation.com (970) 453-1734 Keystone Resort Breckenridge www.keystoneresort.com (855) 603-0049 Simply Massage Breckenridge www.simplymassage.com (970) 547-0900
Enjoy apres ski
Gold Runner Alpine Coaster Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com (970) 453-5000 Main Street Breckenridge www.gobreck.com/what-to-do/shopping Explore downtown Breckenridge
Wyndham Vacation Rentals manages a range of properties in Breckenridge, from large, private mountain houses to resort-style condominiums and ski-in/ski-out townhomes. Visit WyndhamVacationRentals.com to find your rental. #VacationDifferently with us.
Wyndham Vacation Rentals does not endorse any of the activities described or mentioned. It is the individual’s responsibility to investigate the safety and suitability of any activity. Wyndham Vacation Rentals expressly denies any liability for engaging any activity and for using any guide, vendor, or service provider that may be mentioned or described in this itinerary.
Breckenridge, Colorado WINTER EDITION
Take the stress out of vacation planning with this ready-to-go guide to spending a week in Breckenridge, Colorado. Strike the perfect balance between downtime and “go” time with our day-by-day itinerary, followed by a directory in the back. Don’t forget to share your vacation photos using #vacationdifferently!
DAY ONE 4:00pm: Check into your vacation rental home and get settled! Stock the fridge, get the lay of the land, and claim your bedroom. If your rental has access to one, visit the concierge desk and make your activity reservations for the week. 4:30pm: Visit Charter Sports to pick up your ski and snowboard rentals so you’re all set for the slopes. 6:00pm: Head to the Breckenridge Brewery and introduce your taste buds to the local fare. Insider Tip: Order the Elk Meatloaf and pair it with the Breckenridge Avalanche Amber Ale. 8:00pm: Take a walk through town and check out the shops on Main Street. Stop at Mountain Top Cookie Shop for dessert.
DAY TWO 7:00am: Visit the Columbine Cafe for breakfast. Insider Tip: Order the Huevos Rancheros to start your day off right. 8:30am: Grab your gear and head to the Breckenridge gondola. Ride the free gondola from town up to Breckenridge Ski Resort’s Peak 7 or Peak 8. Insider Tip: If you haven’t purchased your ski pass for the week, stop at the gondola ticket office before heading up the hill. 9:00am: Arrive at the base of the ski area by 9:00am for your family’s group ski lesson. Meet your instructor before heading out on the mountain for a full day of instruction and fun! 4:00pm: Head “home” and rest up from your action-packed day by making dinner together in your rental. 8:00pm: Have the grandparents watch the kids back at the rental, and go grab a beer at the famous Gold Pan Saloon. They have the oldest operating liquor license west of the Mississippi!
DAY THREE 7:30am: To get moving, grab a quick breakfast burrito and coffee from Daylight Donuts. Insider Tip: Order a dozen donut holes to go – they’ll be a nice treat on the lift later! 8:30am: Gather your gear and grab the gondola or shuttle bus to the mountain. 9:00am: Drop the kids off for another day of ski school and head to your favorite Peak to test your skills from yesterday’s group lesson. 12:00pm: Break for some delicious on-mountain dining at Robbie’s Tavern, located right at the Base of Peak 8. Insider Tip: Order the Bliss Burger for a refreshing lunch. 1:30pm: After lunch, keep the fun going on the mountain with some more runs! Feeling tired? Head back to the rental for some downtime or a dip in the heated pool or hot tub, if you have access to one. 6:00pm: After cleaning up back at the rental, enjoy some dinner with the family at Modis. Insider Tip: Order the pork chop and wash it down with a glass of sangria. 8:00pm: Head over to Escape Room Breckenridge. (Make a reservation in advance!) In this live escape game, your group is locked in a room together and your objective is to solve riddles, uncover clues and crack codes in order to escape in time.
DAY FOUR 8:00am: Whip up a family breakfast and chat about the activities you’re most excited for as you dine in-rental. A fresh veggie egg wrap is a great choice: quick, easy and sustaining. 10:00am: Meet at Good Times Adventures for a fun-filled morning of dogsledding! Enjoy a tour of winding trails through the forest and learn how to run the sled and work with the amazing Siberian Huskies. 1:30pm: After your morning’s adventure, have lunch at Downstairs at Eric’s. Insider Tip: Be prepared with quarters so the kids can enjoy the game room while you sit back and relax! 3:00pm: Grab sleds from the front desk, if your rental has access to one, and head over to Carter Park for an afternoon of slipping and sliding down the hill – winter fun no matter your age! 7:00pm: After a long day of activities, this is a great night to enjoy a relaxing family meal back in your vacation rental home. Prepare a favorite dish or order up some takeout! 8:00pm: When everyone’s full, cuddle up on the couch for a family movie night! Insider Tip: Don’t forget to grab some popcorn and the fixin’s for s’mores!
DAY FIVE 8:00am: For breakfast, pick up pastries and bagels from Clint’s Bakery. Insider Tip: Ask for some avocado as a healthy bagel spread, and grab a few Magic/Peanut Butter Bars for the crew. 9:30am: Arrive at Keystone Resort for a day of skiing and riding. You will find one of the best terrain parks there. With over 60 acres and more than 100 features, A51 provides obstacles for beginner to expert park skiers and riders. 12:00pm: When you’ve worked up an appetite, visit one of the many on-mountain restaurants for a quick bite. Insider Tip: The Overlook at The Summit House is a favorite, with housemade BBQ and gourmet sandwiches. 4:30pm: Return to your vacation rental and catch a few ZZZ’s before dinner! Or squeeze in a treatment at Simply Massage to relax those ski muscles. 7:00pm: Enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at the Southridge Seafood Grill. Insider Tip: You can’t go wrong with the Market Fish. 9:00pm: Keep the fun going with a game night back at the rental!
DAY SIX 8:00am: Whip up some yogurt parfaits for a quick start or indulge in a breakfast out at Cool River Coffee House. Insider Tip: Order their egg scramble – it’s delicious! 9:00am: Get a few last runs in before heading to Peak 8 to ride the Gold Runner Alpine Coaster. You will race down the mountain on a 2,500-foot elevated roller coaster track that quickly winds through the forest. 12:00pm: Enjoy lunch back at your vacation rental. Today’s a good day to enjoy all the delicious leftovers you accumulated throughout the week! 1:30pm: It’s your last day in Breckenridge, so take some time to enjoy Main Street with all of its boutiques, art galleries, jewelry and children’s shops. Insider Tip: It’s the best spot to find a special souvenir. 3:00pm: While you’re perusing Main Street, you may as well enjoy a final après ski! What better place than Après Handcrafted Libations with over 30 craft beers on tap? 6:00pm: For a special last night out, enjoy dinner at The Breckenridge Distillery. Their small plates and family-style meals are designed for sharing with good company, and there’s an arcade for the kids too! Insider Tip: Order the Hasselback Poutine for everyone to share and order yourself an Old Fashioned – they’re the best in town!
DAY SEVEN 8:00am: It’s time to leave the mountains! Whip up whatever’s left in the rental for breakfast, and soak up a few more glimpses of those Rocky Mountain vistas. 10:00am: Load up the car, check out of your vacation rental and make your way to the airport. You will want to give yourself extra time in case the snow is falling!
PLACES TO STOCK UP City Market Breckenridge www.citymarket.com (970) 453-0818 Whole Foods Frisco www.wholefoods.com (970) 668-9400 Breckenridge Market & Liquor Breckenridge www.breckenridgemarket.com (970) 453-2398
PLACES TO EAT Breckenridge Brewery Breckenridge www.breckbrew.com/visit/breckenridge (970) 453-1550 Mountain Top Cookie Shop Breckenridge www.breckenridgecookies.com (970) 547-4757 Columbine Café Breckenridge (970) 453-5499 Daylight Donuts Breckenridge (970) 547-8785 Modis Breckenridge www.modisbreck.com (970) 454-4330 Downstairs at Eric’s www.downstairsaterics.com Breckenridge (970) 453-1401
Clint’s Bakery Breckenridge www.clintsbakery.com (970) 453-2990 The Overlook at The Summit House Breckenridge www.keystoneresort.com (970) 345-4386 Southridge Seafood Grill Breckenridge www.southridgeseafoodgrill.com (970) 547-0063 Cool River Coffee House Breckenridge www.coolrivercoffeehouse.com (970) 453-1716 Après Handcrafted Libations Breckenridge www.apreslibations.com (970) 423-6700 Breckenridge Distillery Breckenridge www.breckenridgedistillery.com (970) 771-3251 Gold Pan Saloon Breckenridge www.thegoldpansaloon.com (970) 453-5499 Robbie’s Tavern Breckenridge www.robbiestavern.com (970) 547-8785
THINGS TO SEE & DO Charter Sports Breckenridge (multiple locations) www.chartersports.com (970) 476-0202
Catch a lift
Breckenridge Ski Resort Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com (800) 985-9842 Ski & Snowboard School Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com/plan-your-trip/ ski-and-ride-lessons.aspx (888) 576-2754 Escape Room Breckenridge Breckenridge www.escaperoombreckenridge.com (303) 562-4614
Take a family ski lesson
Good Times Adventures Breckenridge www.goodtimesadventures.com (800) 477-0144 Carter Park Breckenridge www.breckenridgecreation.com (970) 453-1734 Keystone Resort Breckenridge www.keystoneresort.com (855) 603-0049 Simply Massage Breckenridge www.simplymassage.com (970) 547-0900
Enjoy apres ski
Gold Runner Alpine Coaster Breckenridge www.breckenridge.com (970) 453-5000 Main Street Breckenridge www.gobreck.com/what-to-do/shopping Explore downtown Breckenridge
Wyndham Vacation Rentals manages a range of properties in Breckenridge, from large, private mountain houses to resort-style condominiums and ski-in/ski-out townhomes. Visit WyndhamVacationRentals.com to find your rental. #VacationDifferently with us.
Wyndham Vacation Rentals does not endorse any of the activities described or mentioned. It is the individual’s responsibility to investigate the safety and suitability of any activity. Wyndham Vacation Rentals expressly denies any liability for engaging any activity and for using any guide, vendor, or service provider that may be mentioned or described in this itinerary.
