Ski Breckenridge: resort guide - Telegraph Village charm A festive treat The town centre is lively in the evening - particularly at weekends - with lots of people strolling around the shops on their way to or from the 100-plus restaurants and bars in and around the busy main street. Christmas lights and decorations remain throughout the season, giving the town a festive air. This is enhanced by a number of festivals such as Ullr Fest - honouring the Norse God of Winter - and snow sculpture championships. Convenience Slope life or nightlife There is a lot of slope-side lodgings, including smart recent developments at the bases of Peaks 7 and 8. But there is also some inconveniently distant from both Main Street and the lift base stations. Hotels and condos are spread over a wide area and linked by regular, free shuttle-buses (less frequent in the evening - worth staying centrally if you plan to spend much time in Main Street). There are a couple of supermarkets - one just behind Main Street, the other on the outskirts and a long walk if you don't have a car. Scenery Peak after peak This is high country; on a clear day above the treeline there are extensive views of Colorado's highest summits - many of which reach over 4000m. Snow reliability Ample quantities With its high altitude, Breckenridge boasts a great natural snow record - annual average 300 inches. That is supplemented by substantial snowmaking (used mainly early in the season to form a good base). There are a lot of east- and north-east-facing slopes, which hold snow well. But high winds can remove or spoil the snow, notably on exposed upper runs. Schools and guides Excellent reports Reporters have praised the small classes. The beginner package includes lessons, equipment rental and lift pass, and the school's special clinics include women's and telemark. The school's full-day Adventure Sessions offer guided instruction for intermediates and experts. For families Excellent facilities Past reports on the children's school and nursery have been full of praise. The Mountains of Discovery Program aims to combine teaching and fun on the slopes (for kids aged three to 13 years).