16 May 2016
Tags: Breckenridge, 3G holidays, family holidays, summer holidays
16th May 2016 – With the trend for 3G holidays - multigenerational (genevacation) holidays - continuing to be an increasingly popular way to travel for UK holidaymakers, Breckenridge in the heart of Colorado is encouraging families to 'Breck Together' this summer; to bond over the great outdoors and build lifelong memories.
Thanks to its high-altitude location, Breckenridge boasts a perfect blend of adrenalin-filled and relaxed paced activities, ensuring there is plenty for all the family to enjoy in each other's company, from gentle hiking routes to exhilarating white-water rafting available for all levels.
This summer, Breckenridge Tourism Office is encouraging UK families seeking a mountain break to discover why they should 'Breck Together' for the best genevacation yet.
Make a Splash Whitewater Rafting
Breckenridge boasts beginner raft trips tailored for children as young as two years old, which still include a few splashes but are mostly a calm cruise showcasing local scenery and wildlife. An experienced guide can effortlessly make a trip memorable as they share local knowledge, run the best parts of the rapid and help everyone feel comfortable. Tours can be geared towards adrenaline junkies looking to make their hearts pound too. For more information, visit: www.gobreck.com/on-the-water/rafting.
Dig for Gold on a Treasure Hunt
A little gold panning helps get the whole family into the spirit of discovery. Breckenridge, once a mining town, now offers daily tours including gold panning lessons so children and adults can experience what it was like to be a Colorado miner. Any gold found can be taken home as a valuable souvenir and, to add to the excitement, the Country Boy Mine fires up old drills so travellers can hear, see and smell what it was like to be in a mine over 100 years ago. For more information, visit: http://breckheritage.com/.
Join the Cool Kids at The Breck Summer Fun Park and Breckenridge Skate Park
Located at the base of Peak 8 at the Breckenridge Ski Resort, the Breck Summer Fun Park has enough on offer to please visitors of any age or energy level. Only a short trip up the free BreckConnect Gondola, the park offers zip wiring, a superslide, scenic chairlift rides, a climbing wall, a mineshaft maze, a superbungee trampoline and much more. The newly-renovated Breckenridge Skate Park covers four acres, ensuring everyone can enjoy the park's cool ramps and bowls for free during daylight hours and several competitions are held throughout the summer months. For more information, visit: www.gobreck.com/summer-activities/breckenridge-summer-fun-park.
Experience Breck by Bike
Breckenridge offers families the most genuine group bonding time as they unplug and enjoy the ultimate backcountry experience that only the internet-less wilderness can provide. The community prides itself on being one of the most bike-friendly communities in North America and it's easy for visitors to explore the local area via an extensive network of over 600 miles of bike trails. Whether it's a scenic bike ride or a challenging downhill pursuit, Breck's trails open up endless possibilities during the summer months. For more information, visit: www.gobreck.com/summer-activities/breck-biking.
Re-discover Breckenridge by Horseback
Travel back into a time gone by and enjoy the same wildlife and landscape that the first settlers discovered during the 19th century. For a short and sweet family outing, try the 90-minute trail ride for the chance to cross rivers, pass by beaver ponds and marvel at breathtaking panoramic views of the continental divide. Breckenridge Stables is dedicated to offering safe horseback riding for the entire family as guides expertly match each rider to a horse based on ability and experience. For more information, visit: www.gobreck.com/activities-and-tours/horseback-riding.
Try Summer Dogsledding followed by Strawberry Milkshakes
The ultimate Breck day for many involves letting the four-legged locals lead you through their stomping grounds in a cart or on a high-adventure scooter. Families can meet the adorable pups in their home before being whisked away on a barking adventure. Afterwards, Empire Burger offers a welcoming refreshment stop where hungry travellers can replenish with a classic cheeseburger, hand-cut fries and a strawberry milkshake. For more information, visit: www.gobreck.com/activities-and-tours/summer-dog-sledding.
For those looking to visit Breckenridge this summer, tour operator packages include:
Seven Night Room-Only Package to Breckenridge and Denver, from £1,455 Per Person
America As You Like It is offering a seven night, room-only package to Breckenridge and Denver, from £1,455 per person. Price includes return flights from London Heathrow to Denver with British Airways, seven days fully-inclusive economy car hire, one night room-only at the Baymont Suites at Denver Airport and six nights room-only at the Doubletree by Hilton in Breckenridge. Price is based on selected departure dates in June2016 and is based on two adults sharing. For more information, visit www.americaasyoulikeit.com or call 0208 742 8299.
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For more information on Breckenridge, visit www.gobreck.com
Notes to Editors:
Image Captions (From Left to Right):
Image 1: Breckenridge in the heart of Colorado is encouraging families to 'Breck Together' this summer. Image courtesy of Breckenridge Tourism Office.
Image 2: Children and adults can explore Breckenridge together on horseback. Image courtesy of Breckenridge Tourism Office.
Image 3: The ultimate Breck day out for the whole family is to go summer dogsledding. Image courtesy of Breckenridge Tourism Office.
For more information, contact:
McCluskey International
Fiona Anderson / Lauren Hill / Frankie Gibson
T: 020 8747 2170
E: breck@mccluskey.co.uk