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Teambuilding, continued from page 31
modate a group with varied ability levels
together on the same rafting trip.”
In addition to rafting, Breckenridge offers
many other selections for teambuilding exer-
cises. A golf tournament at the Breckenridge
Golf Club, a ski competition or a drum circle
are all great options for a teambuilding expe-
rience in Breckenridge. Groups and teams
also have the option to try activities that are
a little more adventurous or quirky such as
a ropes course or scavenger hunt. Brecken-
ridge is the perfect place to create a unique
teambuilding event as part of a customized
corporate event.
A call to the Breckenridge Convention and
Visitors Bureau (BCVB) is the first point of
contact for groups coming to Breckenridge.
The sales staff has been working with com-
munity businesses and meeting contacts for
about 20 years and can provide the best pos-
Behind the Scenes—Friends Welcome
sible fit for your group. They can help arrange
conferences, corporate meetings, ski and
church groups, weddings and special needs Breckenridge has always been known for its
for groups of 20 or more. small, fun and friendly ski town atmosphere.
Representing more than 40 property man- But did you know that behind the scenes
agement companies, the BCVB can choose Breckenridge’s businesses and employees
which lodging option is the best fit. BCVB are working hard to keep it that way? employee as a Breckenridge Employee of
has the unique advantage in Breckenridge the Month, look for the orange nomination
to provide unbiased service and references The locals know the more their guests cards in area businesses.
based on your group’s needs. They know enjoy their vacation, the more likely they are to
that planning and organizing a trip can be return. Now in its ninth Each year the Friends
a challenge, especially for a first trip to year, the Friends Wel- Welcome Program rec-
Breckenridge. The BCVB provides the link to come program is a town- ognizes a “Business of
local lodging, businesses, group and team- wide customer service the Year” and “Employee
building services, restaurants, activities and training program. The of the Year.” The busi-
general information you might want or need program continues to ness is one that has
to know about the area. In addition to work- reach out to local busi- shown a strong commit-
ing with the Breckenridge group businesses, nesses and employees ment to offering superior
they can set up site tours, book activities through training classes guest service. Friends
and assist with most aspects of planning a and employee recogni- Welcome congratulates
group trip to Breckenridge. tion programs. More the 2008 Business of the
Groups will love Breckenridge. Some high- than 6,200 employees Year: A Mountain Sanc-
lights include: from more than 200 tuary Day Spa (see their
• Easy access from Denver International, local businesses have article on page 35) and
Colorado Springs and Eagle Airports completed the customer the 2008 Employee of
• More than 100,000 square feet of state- service training designed the Year, Shelly Warren
of-the art meeting space to unite Breckenridge’s from Shirt Off My Back.
Jeffrey Smith
• More than 75 restaurants and bars customer service efforts. To ensure Brecken-
• More than 200 shops and boutiques ridge employees are providing the best pos- The Friends Welcome program is made
• Free in-town transportation sible service as a community, local businesses possible by the following sponsors:
• Teambuilding activities include horse- are mystery-shopped and evaluated each Town of Breckenridge, Breckenridge
back riding, jeep tours, skiing, ropes season. This allows Friends Welcome to follow Ski Resort, Breckenridge Resort Chamber,
courses, rafting, mountain biking, hiking, its progress in providing the kind of world- Grand Timber Lodge, Breckenridge Restau-
scavenger hunts, orienteering, snowmo- class resort hospitality that visitors expect. rant Association, ResortQuest, Millennium
biling and more Bank, Volvo Cars of North America, Main
• World-class events While visiting Breckenridge, look for the Street Outlet and Blue River Sports.
• Affordable and friendly “Friends Welcome” logo in area businesses
For more information or to request a pro- and know that knowledgeable, friendly ser- Contact the Friends Welcome director at
posal, contact the Breckenridge Convention vice will be offered to help make your vaca- 970-453-5070 or link to Friends Welcome at
and Visitor’s Bureau at 888-796-2825 or visit tion the best it can be. To nominate a local
gobreck.com.
breckenridgecvb.com.
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gobreck.com | 877-234-3989
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