Are you sitting on top of the world? Visiting Breckenridge may take you to new heights if you happen to have a pair of skis strapped on to your feet, or a snowboard at your heels, but when it comes to fine dining there is no reason that you need to decrease your elevation. The Top of the World Restaurant is located at The Lodge at Breck and it promises fine cuisine in a rustic, cozy, atmosphere.

The Top of the World Restaurant features a breathtaking panoramic view of all the Breckenridge has to offer, along with furnishings that are, literally, carved out of wood. Sit by the fire and enjoy a continental breakfast daily, or a romantic dinner Wednesday through Sunday. This restaurant boasts carefully concocted combinations from the mind of Executive Chef Brandon Farr, who aims to unite French cuisine with American fare in order to provide your palette with an enticing array of superior ingredients. Additionally, any wine enthusiast will delight in the restaurant�s find selection of bottle from all around the globe. Each vintage has been carefully selected in order to bring you the perfect accompaniment to any chosen dish. Of course, if you simply want to delight in some of the best food that Breckenridge has to offer, you will find fabulous entrees such as boar, buffalo, fish, steak, pheasant, lamb, and other delights on your evening menu.

If you are looking to spend a quite and intimate evening out at one of the area�s top restaurants, you will certainly feel your spirits elevate when you visit The Top of the World restaurant. Go ahead and block off a few hours for your meal, with a view such as this one you will want to linger just a few extra moments as you sip your wine and savor each delicately selected flavor. Soon you�ll see why Breckenridge is more than just a small ski area, this town has big city flare with a taste that can�t be beat.

If you want to get the most out of your Breckenridge winter vacation, one thing you will want to do is ski and snowboard. If you have yet to learn, no problem, as Breckenridge Ski & Ride School is there to help.

Whether you are an adult or child, Breckenridge Ski & Ride School can teach you. There are both adult and child classes to meet any skill level. Reservations for both ski and snowboarding classes are strongly recommended. Ski classes for children can range anywhere from $105 for one day to $910 for a week for ages four through 13. Snowboarding classes are for age seven through thirteen and carry the same price range.

For adults ages 14 and up, skiing and snowboarding lessons there are many options. For both skiing and boarding there are two sets of lessons, one for beginners and one for intermediates. Beginner prices can range from $75 for a half day to $233 for three full days. There is also a First Time Discovery series of lessons. The goal of these lessons is to develop life time skiers and riders by creating a comfortable atmosphere allowing guests to fully realize the fun of the sport. First Time Discovery prices of $235 include three full days of lessons, lift tickets, and rentals.

Private lessons are also available from Breckenridge Ski & Ride School. These lessons offer one-on-one ski and ride instruction. The responsive environment provides instant individual feedback. The lessons also include video analysis with intermediate or advanced private lessons. There are also foreign language lessons available. Prices range from $365 for a value half day to $560 for a regular full day.

Machines inside of gyms can try to emulate it, alpine skiers can discard it, but there is no denying that cross country skiing is the best way to see the lay of the land. When you are in Breckenridge, Colorado, remember that this town was built upon working the land. From mining to herding, Colorado has always been all about Mother Nature. During the winter months, Breckenridge has a variety of activities to offer visitors, but no activity gives you quite the same view that cross country skiing does. Gliding across the snow covered trails, quickly descending slopes, and simply experiencing just how quiet a snowfall can be, is a fantastic way to spend a warm winter�s day.

The Nordic Center in the heart of Breckenridge has thirty-two kilometers (about nineteen miles) of untouched snow encrusted trails just waiting for your arrival. These trails are built in a continuous loop, so there is no chance of getting lost in the woods. Additionally, these trails are intended for the sole purpose of cross country skiing, so there is no chance of coming face to face with an oncoming car or crossing a busy intersection. If the idea of standing atop two very skinny sticks tends to frighten you, the Nordic Center offers beginner lessons and they claim �if you can walk, you can ski.� The center is open from November to April depending upon the weather. For a healthy way to spend the day, strap on your skis and head out into the wilderness.

Wintertime outdoor enthusiasts come to Breckenridge, Colorado, for one reason � to ski the Rockies. The towering purple giants were put on earth for man to conquer, and that is exactly what Breckenridge Ski Resort has been trying to do since it opened many years ago. Ski season beings in November and runs until April, and all throughout the summer months skiers and boarders alike wait anxiously for the first snow flake to fall that signals the beginning of the ski season.

These mountains are massive � there is no denying that fact. With the base of the mountain at 9,600 feet and a vertical rise of 3,398 feet, these slopes can be slightly intimidating. The Breckenridge Ski Resort spans an impressive 2,358 acres and includes 152 trails ranging from beginner to extreme expert. Beginners will delight in trails that slowly twist and turn around awe-inspiring blue spruce trees while the winter sun beats down upon their face. And extreme skiers will meet their challenge course with trails that include steep 45-55 degree pitches. These expert trails are filled with trail obstacles, such as rocks to jump over and well groomed coarse snow. The intermediate skier or boarder will also find pleasure in trails that are not too treacherous, but still have the award winning view of the Rockies. No matter how big your group of ski buddies is, this resort has a total of 29 lifts that can accommodate anywhere from two to eight people at one time. And when temperatures get uncomfortably cold, head to the resort lodge for a cup of hot chocolate or a few carbohydrate packed munchies to fuel your next run. Whether you seek a challenge, or just want to learn to ski on some of the best terrain the world has to offer, The Breckenridge Ski Resort has a trail for every level.