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June 2013 Issue |
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Dear owners,
We hope you enjoy the Breckenridge Connection, our exclusive "owners only" monthly e-newsletter! If you have suggestions concerning the kinds of articles or content you would like to see in the Breckenridge Connection, please contact the Breckenridge Grand Vacations Owner Relations Department at ownerrelations@breckenridgegrandvacations.com. |
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 View from the Bottom
The View from the Bottom is Mike Millisor's monthly letter to all of the stakeholders of the Breckenridge Grand Vacations family of resorts.
Over the years, many of you have told me that one of the things you like best about Breckenridge is that it is a town, not just a resort. And not even that it is just a town, but a town with a history- and an interesting history at that. I was reminded of that as we approach the town's 5th Annual Kingdom Days celebration this month; and I wondered how many of you know the story behind the mythical "Kingdom of Breckenridge."
While Breck was actually founded in 1859, it happens that in the 1930s, some Breck residents found a map from the 1880s that did not show Breckenridge's existence. It seems it wasn't just one map that omitted Breckenridge, but several, leading to speculation that the town had never been officially annexed to the United States. Some concluded that if it wasn't part of the U.S., it must be its own "kingdom."
None of the rumors about the maps were valid, of course; official maps did include Breckenridge. But the locals made the most of it to draw attention to the town and its attractions. Finally, in 1936 they invited the Governor of Colorado to Breckenridge to raise a flag at the Courthouse, welcoming Breckenridge into the union. The Governor came - I'd like to have met him, as he must have had a great sense of humor - and the town threw a big party. Read more
Mike Millisor
mmillisor@breckenridgegrandvacations.com |
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Grand Lodge on Peak 7 Property Updates
Although the town of Breckenridge has been very quiet, here at Grand Lodge on Peak 7, we have been busy working to improve the resort in preparation for the busier summer months. The South Building will be getting pressure washed and stained starting on May 20th. Read more
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Grand Timber Lodge Property Updates
It has been a busy spring and the GTL staff has been working hard to update your resort! We are pleased to share that we have completed the following projects this spring: Installed new carpet in Building 3. Read more
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Gold Point Resort Property Updates
Gold Point has been working especially hard to make improvements to the resort and your ownership lately and we are very excited about this month's announcements. Our spring refurbishments are complete in the following... Read more |
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 Soothe Day Spa Sandals
In the past, owners and guests at Grand Lodge on Peak 7 have been able to rent out sandals from Soothe Day Spa. While we no longer have the sandals to rent, we do have them available for purchase. The Hawaiian Pali sandal is molded from soft rubber ensuring a snug, comfortable fit. Read more |
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 Whitewater Rafting
The snow is melting, the rivers are flowing and the weather is getting warmer by the day. What better time than now to book your whitewater rafting trip! Performance Tours has been operating since 1986 and has been voted the best rafting company five different times. Let their highly qualified staff take you out and experience all that Colorado's rivers have to offer. Performance offers 1/2 day trips to full day trips on five different rivers across Colorado. Read more |
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 Twin Tunnel Project
Throughout the spring, summer, & fall, travel times may occasionally be longer on I-70 due to the Twin Tunnel Project near Idaho Springs. We advise all owners to check the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT) website, prior to your departure to or from Breckenridge.
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Global Travel Benefits
Have you heard the great news?
Your ownership with Breckenridge Grand Vacations has just become even more valuable!
Breckenridge Grand Vacations is pleased to announce that your ownership now includes exclusive access to Global Travel Benefits! The best part is that these additional benefits are provided to you at NO cost! Read more |
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Peaks Trail
Join us for the 5th Annual BGV "Adopt-A-Trail" Projects! We invite you to join Breckenridge Grand Vacations staff members for our 5th annual Peaks Trail Maintenance Project. Working with Friends of the Dillon Ranger District, BGV has "adopted" the section of the magnificent Peaks Trail that starts just behind Grand Lodge on Peak 7. We have set aside four days this summer to invest some muscle and sweat into ensuring that it is a great place for our owners, guests and employees to enjoy for years to come. Read more |
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Summit County Historical Society
Summit County's past is rich with stories of miners, dreamers, solid families and scoundrels who settled or stopped by briefly. The stories of these legendary characters are preserved in historic buildings, artifacts and documents left for us to explore.
The Summit Historical Society was founded as a private, nonprofit organization back in 1966 and now owns several historical sites in Summit County including schools, homes, a historic barn, a community hall, two mine sites as well as more than 17,000 artifacts. Read more |
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Club Interval Gold
This revolutionary new membership from Interval International is redefining the exchange industry. Club Interval Gold allows owners to convert their week(s) to "points," an alternative not available with their standard membership. With "points," owners are able to choose any length of stay, accommodation size, or travel destination. Read more |
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Breckenridge Grand Vacations|PO Box 6879|100 S. Main St.|Breckenridge, CO 80424|888-783-8883 |
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