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Enjoying Independence Day in Breckenridge, Colorado

June 14, 2017June 9, 2017 Victoria Hoffman Leave a comment

If you’re visiting Lodge by The Blue over the July 4 holiday, don’t miss the festivities! Each Independence Day, Breckenridge throws a full-on party with a series of exciting events.

Independence Day 10K Trail Run

7:00 a.m.- This scenic 10k trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area, while finishing just in time to catch the Main Street parade and other festivities.

The Firecracker 50 Mountain Bike Race

9:30 a.m. start- This mountain bike race launches the 4th of July Parade in front of thousands of spectators. Come cheer on riders as they embark on a 50 mile journey on the beautiful trails in and surrounding the Breckenridge area.

Fourth of July Garden Party

9:00 a.m. – Join the Annual Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Garden Party at the Barney Ford House Museum. Enjoy coffee, mimosas, and a breakfast spread as you watch the Breckenridge Fourth of July parade in style.

Main Street Parade

9:30 a.m. – Get there early, even though the official parade will start at 10 a.m. with the Red, White and Blue Color Guard. Firecracker 50 Mountain Bike Race will lead off the parade at 9:30. A reading of the Declaration of Independence will be followed the parade in the Blue River Plaza.

Fireworks

Top it all off with a brilliant fireworks display slated to begin at 9:45 p.m. near the Gondola lots, making them visible throughout town. Weather and conditions permitting.

Also, don’t miss Breckenridge Creative Arts’ Street Arts Festival, July 2-4, which celebrates street, pavement and graffiti arts with outdoor murals, installations, workshops and pop-up art at the Breckenridge Arts District.

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A Packing Checklist for Your Next Vacation

May 31, 2017May 31, 2017 adminLbTb Leave a comment

No matter how many times you do it, packing for a trip always leaves a nagging voice in your head saying that you forgot something.

We want your stay at Lodge by The Blue to be comfortable and the best way to do that is to come prepared, so here’s a checklist of travel items to bring and housekeeping tasks to do before you leave. (more…)

Sun safety is important in the mountains

Sun Safety in the Mountains: Know how to protect your skin.

May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 adminLbTb

Did you know one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime? While that statistic is staggering, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and still enjoy all that Colorado’s outdoor adventures has to offer you while you visit Lodge by The Blue. (more…)

Breckenridge is Number 1 in the NCAR Arts Vibrancy Index of small communities

Breckenridge is a Hotbed of America’s Arts and Culture

May 3, 2017May 3, 2017 adminLbTb

We have shared the vibrant art scene in Breckenridge with you before, so we’re not at all surprised to learn Breckenridge, Colorado, was named No. 1 on the 2017 National Center for Arts Research Arts Vibrancy Index of small communities in the U.S.! This index ranks more than 900 communities across the country and our small community is number one in its category. (more…)

Downstairs at Eric's bar in Breckenridge

Build Your Own Bar Crawl in Breck

April 19, 2017April 17, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

Spring and summer in Breckenridge means more hiking, more biking and more beer. The pleasant temps make it the perfect time to take your own personalized bar crawl down the iconic Main street.

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Skin Safety at High Colorado Altitudes

April 12, 2017April 10, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

You hear a lot about how to prevent and combat altitude sickness when heading into high elevations (more than 10,000 feet at Lodge by The Blue), but you don’t hear as much about how to keep your skin healthy and moisturized.

High altitudes and dry conditions can take a toll on your skin as well. In addition to drinking lots of water, going into your mountain vacation armed with these skincare tips will let you focus on fun rather than discomfort.

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Catch the Colorado Classic through Breckenridge

April 5, 2017April 5, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

August is a good time to visit Lodge by The Blue. The weather’s warm, the trees are green, and more than 100 cyclists will race through Breckenridge on August 11.

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The Craft Movement in Breckenridge Isn’t Just for Beer

March 29, 2017March 29, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

It may have been the craft beer movement that started it, or it may just be that Breckenridge’s cozy ski-town beauty inspires it, but more people are sharing their creative talents by taking hobbies and turning them into local entrepreneurial ventures.

This means when you visit Lodge by The Blue, you can shop big box stores, but you may find more locally handcrafted goods than you thought.

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Outside shot of The Warming Hut Restaurant in Breckenridge which looks like a Victorian house.

Find Colorado Comfort Cuisine at The Warming Hut

March 22, 2017March 16, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

Before you even get inside, The Warming Hut on Main Street has already made you feel like this is a food bucket list must on your next Lodge by The Blue visit.

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Culture in Colorado: Explore the Breckenridge Arts District

March 15, 2017March 27, 2017 Victoria Hoffman

If you visit Breckenridge, chances are you’re there to ski or enjoy other outdoor adventure in the Rocky Mountains. But visitors are often pleasantly surprised by the arts and culture scene that can be found in this ski town. (more…)