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Summer 2008
A "TASTE" OF SUMMER AT WINTER PARK RESORT
Media Contacts:
Darcy Morse, Communications Manager: (970) 726-1565
Maryanne Keeney, Account Manager CGPR: (617) 848-8805
Culinary Events Designed to Delight
Winter Park Resort, Winter Park, Colo., Summer 2008 – Miles away from the city, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, guests convene to Winter Park Resort in the summer for the less expected, simple pleasures of food. From Winter Park Resort's new summer event – La Vita e Bella Italian Festival, July 11-13 , to the Taste of Grand County taking place August 9 and the Famous Flamethrowers High Altitude Chili Cookoff August 23-24, foodies and chefs alike head to the high country to taste the best of the best.
Thrilling audiences since 1842, the Italian Circus Zoppe' is scheduled to arrive at Winter Park Resort for La Vita e Belle Italian Festival, July 11-13. This three day festival duplicates the feeling of a European village celebration, similar to those seen on a hillside in Italy. Complete with a central piazza, food, wine, exhibitors, artisans and entertainment, this is the first time this authentic Italian Circus has been in Colorado and is sure to delight audiences with its clowns, trapeze, dancing dogs, ring and giant tent – not to mention delicious Italian food! The La Vita e Belle Italian piazza and exhibits are free to the general public; the Circus Zoppe tent tickets TBD.
Lovers of gourmet food, fine wines and hand-crafted beers shouldn't miss the annual Taste of Grand County taking place August 9. This unique opportunity allows guests the chance to sample and enjoy a wide array of local/regional food and beverages at the picturesque location of Winter Park Resort. Highlights include, wine, beer and food tasting, a huge silent auction and cooking demonstrations from local and regional chefs. The Taste of Grand County proceeds benefit the National Sports Center for the Disabled; ticket and general information is available at www.nscd.org.
Costumed chili chefs compete in Winter Park Resort's annual Famous Flamethrowers High Altitude Chili Cookoff August 23-24 for the state title and the opportunity to represent the Rocky Mountain region in the World Chili Cook-off. Top prizes are awarded to Most Creative Chef, Best Red Chili, Best Green Chili, and Best Salsa contests. A portion of this event's proceeds benefit the National Sports Center for the Disabled. The Famous Flamethrowers High Altitude Chili Cookoff is a free event open to the public. For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com.
Lodging Package:
Make the most of these summer events and combine one (or all three) with the Mountain Adventure for Families vacation package. The Mountain Adventure for Families includes four night lodging in a two bedroom condominium, an all day raft trip on the Colorado River, one day of valley bike rentals and a Winter Park Resort activity Pass (valid for Alpine Slide, Mountainside Mini Golf, Zephyr Express Scenic Chairlift, Amaze'n Human Maze, Climbing Wall, GyroEXTREME, and Leaps & Bounds Bungee). The Mountain Adventure for Families vacation package starts at $458 per adult/$129 per child (ages 6-12). To book this package, contact Winter Park Central Reservations at (800) 729-5813.
For more information on these culinary events and more, visit www.winterparkresort.com or call (970) 726-1564.
About Winter Park Resort
Home to over 600 miles of cross country mountain bike terrain, vast mountains of adventure, and the summer's most anticipated events – Winter Park Resort's location provides a place for adventure, fun and culture for the young and young at heart. New for 2008/09 winter season, Winter Park Resort will introduce The Village at Winter Park Resort offering guests even more experiences in shopping, dinning and living. For more information on The Village at Winter Park Resort, visit www.lovewinterpark.com. For more information on Winter Park Resort visit www.winterparkresort.com.
About Intrawest
Intrawest is a world leader in experiential destination resorts. The company has interests in eleven resorts at North America's most popular mountain destinations including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Intrawest network also includes Canadian Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Florida and Club Intrawest—a private resort club with nine locations throughout North America. In addition, Intrawest develops real estate at its resorts and at other locations across North America and in Europe. Intrawest is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. For more information, visit www.intrawest.com.
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