An affordable winter escape to serene Breckenridge, Colorado

With so many great places to go skiing this winter, it can be hard to place your finger on which place to go. If you are looking for a quaint, savvy town with a whole lot to do when you are not hitting slopes, then you might just want to book your winter trip to beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado. Not only is Breckenridge a winter hotspot for avid snow lovers, but there is so much to do there besides snow activities.

A great place to stay when visiting Breckenridge is the Mountain Lodge, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club Resort. Four day, three night packages start at only $199, which makes the trip even more affordable. Included in the package is a $50 food and activity voucher redeemable at a number of Breckenridge restaurants. The large one bedroom condo is located just off of the historic main street, about two hours outside of Denver, Co. If you end up falling in love with the town, the Hilton also offers affordable time shares so you can plan that return trip back every year.

There is plenty to do while in Breckenridge aside from skiing or snowboarding. The town is surrounded by over 147 different trails. During the winter season you can rent snowmobiles and ride through the pristine, snowcapped Rockies. Or you can don a pair of snowshoes and enjoy a cross-country hike. If you plan your trip for January 23-28 you will be able to see the International Snow Sculpture Championships. Professional sculptors from around the world begin with a 10x20 solid block of snow, and render it into a beautiful icy masterpiece before your eyes.

For evening fun there are always local bands performing at Sherpa and Yeti�s, Breckenridge�s premier live music venue. For great eats you can grab a southwestern burger and a bowl of chili at Ten Mile Restaurant. One thing is for sure, the quaintness and hospitality of this town will leave you yearning to come back again for a summer escape to the Rockies.