About Vail Resorts
Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resort properties of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, and the Heavenly Ski Resort and Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada, and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort property and hotel company, manages casually elegant properties across the United States and in the Caribbean. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is www.vailresorts.com and consumer website is www.snow.com.
The Top ‘5’-‘O’ Reasons to Visit Breckenridge Like Never Before
1) We might be turning 50 - but we are far from old! Following a season like never before last year, during which Breck set a new record of 13.2 metres of snowfall over the course of the season and saw the successful openings of several new attractions at the resort, Breck is preparing to take it to an entirely new level for 2011/12.
2) Breck has one of the longest and most consistent ski seasons in the industry - running from opening day on 11/11/11 to closing day on April 15, 2012.
3) Signature events abound at Breck! Events on this year’s calendar include: Opening Day Nov. 11, The Hartford Disabled Ski Sports Spectacular Dec. 4-11, The Winter Dew Tour Dec. 15-18, Breck 50th Birthday Celebration Dec. 16, Ullr Fest Jan. 8-14, Budweiser International Snow Sculpture Championships Jan. 25-Feb. 5, Spring Fever Festival March 17-April 15, and Closing Day April 15. For full details on the season schedule, events, lodging, and season & lift ticket information, please visit www.Breckenridge.com or www.snowusa.com.au.
4) The Town of Breckenridge rocks! The town’s rich mining history and friendly local vibe will make you want to move here. Take a step back in time as you walk along Main Street, past the authentic buildings that have stood for over 100 years. Then, explore hundreds of spots that make up the best dining, shopping, and nightlife you can find in a ski holiday.
5) There is more to do than ski and snowboard! From riding the new Gold Runner Alpine Coaster at Peak 8 to cross country skiing and dog-sledding in town, there are plenty of winter pursuits to keep you busy on and off the slopes!
‘0h’ – And Aussies love Breck! Melbourne native and slope-style world champion Anna Segal is a member of the Breckenridge Freestyle Team, calling Breck home during the northern winter months, in addition to many other Aussie athletes. With an Olympic sized half pipe and three world-class terrain parks, it’s no wonder why! The value of the Aussie dollar makes Breck a ‘no-brainer’ for a snow holiday destination this year. Come and experience Breck Like Never Before.