InTheSnow | Issue 61 | December 2018

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North Lake Tahoe

This is one US Destination you Cannot Afford To Miss

North Lake Tahoe is an area unique in the skiing world. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in all of North America, making this ski destination distinctively different than others you have travelled to before.

North Lake Tahoe is definitely a destination to consider!

the area and conducted America’s first-ever organised

Off the hill, a unique combination of nature and

ski races. In 1960, the Winter Olympic Games were held

tradition have led to a number of fantastic dining

here at Squaw Valley and the area has now developed

opportunities, from sophisticated gastronomy to

into a winter paradise, with a plethora of activities and

family-value fun, as well as an impressive number of

unique experiences to entertain all ages.

craft breweries and brew pubs.

This winter, North Lake Tahoe has invested further

However, what really sets North Lake Tahoe apart

in new snowmaking equipment, energy-saving

when it comes to winter holidays is its commitment

technologies and a huge calendar of winter

to fantastic events and aprés activities. This winter,

Not only is it one of the most stunning natural

events, all of which cements its reputation as an

families can attend a number of festive events, from

landscapes in the world, but it is a ski destination

area with a focus on sustainability, modern luxury

Noel Nights at Northstar California to Northern Lights

with huge variety and is home to the nation’s largest

and family enjoyment.

at Incline Village and all the magical sleigh rides, live

concentration of downhill ski resorts.

One of our favourites of the 12 ski resorts is Squaw

music and holiday celebrations in between.

North Lake Tahoe consists of 12 ski towns that span

Valley | Alpine Meadows, a beautiful ski area which

What’s more, a full calendar of events will be in

the Nevada and California state line, each with its

is covered by the new Ikon Pass, a multi-resort

operation throughout the winter. The fourth Tahoe

own distinct personality and community, providing an

pass offering skiers access to up to 38 incredible

Film Festival will be celebrating environmental

incredible diversity when it comes to both ski terrain

destinations! Similarly, Northstar California is home to

and foreign films, while the music festival

and resort atmosphere.

the Epic Pass, which gives access to a staggering 65

WinterWonderGrass, taking place at Squaw Valley,

With 6–9m of average annual snowfall, North Lake

resorts across the world. So, if you want to get the most

will feature an epic combination of mountain fun,

Tahoe has a history of skiing dating back to the 1850s,

bang for your buck when it comes to your ski pass,

musical performances and craft beer tasting.

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JEFF CURTES

JEFF ENGERBRETSON

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