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Breckenridge or Vail to relax in fall?

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We will be staying in the Breckenridge/Vail area for the last 2 days of our 8 days in CO at the end of September. We have enough hotel points to stay 2 days in either the Hilton (Doubletree) in Breckenridge or the Marriott in Vail. So, either place will be a nice resort. My question is, which would be the nicer/better of the 2 towns to stay to wind down a hectic week of driving and siteseeing? Just want to do some easy hiking/bikeriding/relaxing in beautiful surroundings. We will be coming from Aspen, and driving to the DIA from here. Thanks for your suggestions!

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I think they are both great places. Me I'd give the nod to Vail but both are lovely at that time of year. When in September? If it is peace and quiet you want I'd avoid Breck during the Oktoberfest, September 13 to 15.

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Thank you. We would be there Sept.23-25. Would you suggest Vail because it is more upscale and more to see and do there?

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Yes I think overall it is more relaxing if you just want to hang out. Civilized lunch on a deck. Hike along the rec path, great dining. To me Breck is more of a family vacation in summer and a party vacation in winter. Vail is more grown up. But others could easily argue to go to Breck, they both offer a great setting for a vacation! Shoot before we moved here I used to go to Breck on vacations!

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I think whichever option you choose you will have a great time. Since you are coming a Monday-Wednesday, you do not have to worry about the weekend crowd. Vail is more upscale with a resort feel. Breckenridge is more of a laid back town. I must say the pool at Vail Marriot looks pretty nice!

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Thank you both alli and Angela for your suggestions. I was leaning towards Vail in the first place...in good part because the Marriott does look wonderful! I am sure both are beautiful places...but I think we would prefer a more resort feel. Vail it is! Thank you!

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Have fun and let us know how the trip went!

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