FAMILY REUNIONS
The Changing Face of the
Family Reunion
I
n almost every society throughout history,
the family has been the most important
social grouping. Besides being an opportu-
nity for families to get together, family reunions
are a time for relatives to reconnect with each
other, and explore the past and bring it to the
present through shared family experiences. It
is no surprise that family reunions are growing
in size, popularity and occurring more often.
According to the Family Travel Network, “More
people are participating in family reunions than
ever before and they are taking a whole new
approach to family gatherings.”
One of the most obvious reasons for the
changing face of the family reunion is the
internet. People are using the internet to find,
connect and communicate with more family
members than ever before. It used to be that
a family would generally live near each other
and getting together was easier. Now families
are choosing central locations that appeal to
Stephanie Phillips
the majority of the attendees. The backyard choice of different sized condominiums. From and dog sledding in the winter, Breckenridge
venue has been traded in for hotels, ranches studios to four bedroom townhouses these has a wide variety of activities to meet any
and other properties. properties are very flexible in meeting the family’s needs. Breckenridge offers more
Breckenridge is the perfect destination for needs of groups with different family sizes. than just adventurous activities. A visit to
families, therefore the ideal location for fam- Another option for smaller groups is to rent one of Breckenridge’s many spas, museums,
ily reunions. Packed with lodging choices, a private house where the whole group can concerts or a play are just a few ways that
shopping, dining, activities and world class stay. Private homes offer a greater degree less active members of the family can enjoy
events, Breckenridge is a prime location of intimacy and a chance for close families their time.
to hold a family gathering. With the help of to connect. Houses can be in town close Another great idea for a family reunion is
the Breckenridge Convention and Visitor’s to historic Main Street and the vibrancy of to plan it around one of Breckenridge’s world
Bureau a group can find the right combina- downtown or a little outside of town in an class events. Events such as Oktoberfest, a
tion of lodging, dining and activities to fit a idyllic woodland setting with gorgeous alpine street festival that celebrates a time honored
family’s needs from a small group to a group views. Hotels, condos, houses, B&Bs and tradition of German heritage, The Budweiser
as large as 1,000 people. other options make Breckenridge an ideal International Snow Sculpture Champion-
It all starts with lodging and Breckenridge location to stay. ships, where international teams transform
has a variety of different lodging options to When it comes to activities don’t look for 20 ton blocks of snow into beautiful works of
meet a diverse assortment of needs. One of bingo or charades at a family reunion. Accord- art or Kingdom Days, a summer festival that
the more clever ways to host a family reunion ing to the Family Travel Network, “Those celebrates Breckenridge’s colorful heritage
in Breckenridge is to base the reunion in games have been replaced with activities like through a mix of historic and fun events.
one of the many condominium complexes in golf. One-fifth of reunions include a golf game. Breckenridge offers a unique combina-
town. Many condominium complexes such as Families opting for a winter reunion often head tion of accessibility, lodging, dining and
Mountain Thunder Lodge, Beaver Run Resort to the slopes for skiing.” activities that will make any family reunion
or River Mountain Lodge act like hotels with Besides 27 holes of championship golf and a special occasion.
front desks and offer many of the amenities world class skiing at the Breckenridge Ski The Breckenridge Convention and Visitor’s
such as pools, meeting facilities, restaurants, Resort, there are many activities for families Bureau is the one stop shop for family reunion
activities and other services found in hotels. to enjoy. From rafting, biking and hiking in plans. More information is available at gobreck.com
But instead of hotel rooms, groups have a the summer to Nordic skiing, snowshoeing or by phone at 888-796-2825.
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