Lake Tahoe SKIER AND BOARDER WINTER VACATION GUIDE 2015|16
SUN & SNOW
SO MUCH MORE
A perfect combo of powder snow and sunny days
Day or night, Reno-Tahoe is full of fun options
UNDER ONE SKY
Lake Tahoe has the largest concentration of ski resorts in North America, most within an hour of Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
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Not a fan of black diamond slopes?
If you’d prefer to relax on big-smile cruisers over easy-turning snow on wide boulevards down thousands of feet of vertical, Tahoe is also your place. Here you’ll find the longest, prettiest, smoothest intermediate runs imaginable, most of them looking out over breathtaking scenery.
Want more than world-class skiing and snowboarding?
Then Tahoe is absolutely your place! Whether it’s award-winning spas, unique and fine dining, shopping and brewpubs, 24-hour casinos, shows and live music, art, history and science museums, and Old West towns and lake cruises, no ski destination on earth matches the variety of fun at Lake Tahoe. Tahoe is also your place if convenience and value are part of a perfect winter vacation (we think they are). Reno-Tahoe International Airport offers direct flights from 16 cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego, Dallas, Chicago, Minneapolis and New York. One of the country’s most convenient airports, it’s mere steps from plane to baggage claim, car rental and shuttle services at Reno-Tahoe International. Reno lodging is just 10 minutes away and it’s less than an hour to ski slopes and slope-side accommodations. With jaw-dropping scenery around every turn, adventure in all directions and people from around the world to meet and share the fun, a Lake Tahoe winter vacation will rejuvenate and relax you, not to mention fill up your smart phone with photos and videos to relive the great times for years to come.
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Land of ski and snowboard champions, huge mountains, big snow and even bigger blue skies—from hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics to today, Lake Tahoe has been on the bucket lists of skiers and snowboarders around the world. The site of the first organized ski races in the country and of the world’s first snowboard half-pipe, Lake Tahoe has a rich history of winter sports. Local skiers and snowboarders have excelled on the world stage for many decades—in the last Winter Olympics, Reno-Tahoe athletes took home three gold medals and a bronze! Want to challenge the same double-black diamond runs and super-pipes ridden by Olympians Shaun White, Jonny Moseley, Jamie Anderson, David Wise and Julia Mancuso? You’ll find them at Lake Tahoe.
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Experience the legend: Lake Tahoe!
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World-Class Choices
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Whatever your skiing and riding passion—powder, steeps, perfect grooming, halfpipes, terrain parks, glade and tree skiing—you’ll find it and more at Lake Tahoe.
SQUAW VALLEY / ALPINE MEADOWS Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows offer visitors some of North America’s most celebrated ski and snowboard terrain, including the 1960 Winter Olympic runs. The adjacent areas (connected via free, 10-minute shuttle rides) offer 8,400 acres of terrain, the most in North America. Turn to page 24 for more information. HEAVENLY With Tahoe’s highest summit elevation and longest vertical drop, Heavenly’s immense variety of skiing spreads into two states, including five-mile runs, awesome views, and a legendary après-ski scene. There’s plenty of slope-side accommodation available, too. Turn to page 14 for more information. KIRKWOOD High elevation and a location atop the crest of the Sierra Nevada Range give Kirkwood the lightest, driest, most plentiful snow on the West Coast. Here you’ll find small town ambience combined with big mountain skiing. Turn to page 16 for more information. MT ROSE-SKI TAHOE With its slopes only a 25-minute drive from Reno-Tahoe International, Mt. Rose is incredibly convenient for those wanting to squeeze more quality slope-time into their vacation. High elevation and over 60 trails make Mt. Rose a local’s favorite. Turn to page 18 for more information. NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA This luxury, all-season resort has plentiful on-slope accommodations and easy access to 3,170 acres of long, impeccably groomed runs, glades and tree-skiing. Named “Best Mountain for Families” by Outside Magazine, Northstar also excels at terrain parks and half-pipes. Turn to page 20 for more information. SIERRA-AT-TAHOE Home to three Olympic Gold Medalists, Sierra is committed to maintaining an authentic, laid-back Tahoe atmosphere while delivering first-rate services. Located on the Sierra Crest, the resort has plentiful snowfall and gladed forests to ski through. Turn to page 22 for more information.
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Ski Villages and Towns Find your perfect combination of excitement, convenience and coziness
NORTH SHORE The north shore of Lake Tahoe is a charming mix of small ski towns and lakefront lodging in California and larger hotel-resorts and Nevada-style action in Incline Village and Crystal Bay. Tahoe City, Kings Beach and Homewood are all California-side, lakefront towns with a variety of lodging and many excellent restaurant choices. Ski shuttles connect north shore hotels to Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Northstar California, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe and other nearby ski resorts. VILLAGE AT SQUAW VALLEY This ski village is nestled up to the western end of lovely Olympic Valley at the bottom of Squaw Valley’s slopes, with a half a dozen lifts stretching in multiple directions. The lively village has multiple restaurants, shops, galleries and indoor and outdoor watering holes steps from every ski slope. Nearby are other lodging choices, as well as cross-country ski trails and two ice rinks. Shuttles run from Squaw Valley to nearby Alpine Meadows ski area. VILLAGE AT NORTHSTAR A self-contained ski village offers multiple, luxurious lodging choices at the base of Northstar California. All skier and rider
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services are only steps away from accommodations, restaurants, bars, fire pits and an ice-skating rink in the village. Additional slopeside lodging options are nearby, including higher on the mountain, connected to the village via gondola. While many will want to just relax and enjoy all the amenities within reach, a short drive or shuttle ride connects Northstar to Truckee or North Tahoe communities. KIRKWOOD VILLAGE For those wanting a true getaway in a Sierra mountain paradise, Kirkwood has great on-slope lodging and a peaceful, relaxed ambience. Cross-country skiing and dog-sled rides are nearby in Kirkwood’s beautiful, high-alpine valley. The village center has dining and drinking options, or visit historic Kirkwood Inn—serving happy customers since 1864. TRUCKEE The Old West railroad town of Truckee is alive with new restaurants, shops, galleries and bars. There are a number of lodging choices in and around Truckee, with shuttles to nearby ski resorts Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Northstar, Sugar Bowl and other downhill and cross-country resorts. Less than three miles away is Donner Memorial State Park, commemorating the pioneers who crossed the Sierra here on their California journey. RENO This famous resort city has revitalized downtown and midtown areas and makes a great non-snow addition to a ski and snowboard vacation. Flying in or out of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, you’ll find fantastic lodging values at countless award-winning resort/casino/hotels with endless dining, entertainment, spa and gaming options. Reno also has great museums and unique restaurants, many of them clustered in the scenic Riverwalk district.
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TAHOE SOUTH / STATELINE Lake Tahoe’s South Shore has a huge variety of lodging options for every budget. In the center of Heavenly Village, a gondola provides direct-to-upper-mountain access only steps from numerous lodging properties and Stateline, NV, casino hotels. Heavenly resort’s California-base aerial tram and Nevada-base chairlifts also have lodging nearby. The slopes of Sierra-at-Tahoe and Kirkwood ski resorts are within a 35-minute drive of South Lake Tahoe. For something completely different, add a lake cruise to your itinerary. Or go big for après ski: Catch a show, play the tables and hit the dance floor until it’s time for first chair.
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Lake Tahoe didn’t become one of America’s top vacation destinations being one-dimensional. Yes, the skiing and snowboarding are world renowned, but that’s just the start of a feast of fun options. DINING Come hungry—a full plate of restaurant choices awaits in all the major ski towns here, menus and atmospheres from casual to elegant, all-you-can-eat to fusion gourmet. At the fine dining end, this region boasts a long heritage. European chefs were attracted here by the 1960 Olympics. Their continental flavors were joined years later by early adopters of the New Cuisine movement, which flowered just over the Sierra in Northern California. Recently, a next generation of chefs has opened restaurants and brought a new level of energy and options. Food truck or white tablecloth, the quality of ingredients sourced by Reno-Tahoe restaurants is unmatched. The fields of California’s Central Valley—America’s Produce Basket—are just west of Lake Tahoe, as are the fisheries of the Pacific Ocean. So whether you’re savoring vegetables, fruit, meat, seafood or wine, get ready to say “yummm!” NIGHTLIFE No destination matches the combination of world-class skiing with world-famous entertainment found at Lake Tahoe and Reno. Awardwinning resort casino hotels dot the Nevada side of Tahoe—spots that rock 24/7 with gaming, headliner shows, cabarets, dance clubs and cocktail lounges. Great nightlife is not limited to casinos, however. Tahoe ski towns are home to numerous watering holes, live music venues, wine bars and brewpubs. And if you want to see stars you can’t see on a stage, take an evening walk in the Sierra, where the clear Pacific air reveals a heavenly show. SPORTS Winter sports options extend past skiing and snowboarding to crosscountry skiing at some of America’s largest resorts, tours through national forests, snowshoe trails and both indoor and outdoor iceskating rinks. Tubing or sledding hills are found at Heavenly, Squaw Valley, Northstar California, Kirkwood and other Tahoe locations. For activities not usually associated with ski vacations, go on a fishing charter on Lake Tahoe’s deep waters, take a glider ride over Sierra mountaintops or race 40-mph electric carts on an indoor track in Reno. Later in the ski season, golf courses open up at the lower elevations of the Carson Valley and Reno, river rafting starts in the Sierra foothills and rock climbing routes dry out on granite Sierra cliffs. Up for a multiple sport day?
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SHOPPING ADVENTURE Does shopping and snowboarding qualify as a two-sport day for you? Numerous boutiques and shops are found just off the slopes in Heavenly Village and Squaw Valley. Both Tahoe City and Truckee are home to unique clothing and sporting goods stores as well as art galleries and souvenir, games and cooking shops. Reno broadens the selection immensely. The Biggest Little City boasts three large malls as well as multiple discount outlets. Try Scheels and Cabela’s for the sporting crowd; the hipsters and bargain hunters can find an excellent array of vintage and used clothing stores clustered in Reno’s Midtown. PUB CRAWLS Brewpubs and craft breweries dot this destination, many within strolling distance. In Reno’s Downtown, a dozen excellent pubs and bars are clustered within blocks of each other, serving up award-winning beers and craft spirits. South Lake Tahoe and Truckee offer multiple brewpubs with unique and extensive selections on tap. Those of the wine persuasion may be tempted to extend their Tahoe winter vacation with a visit to the Zinfandel vineyards of Amador County, just over the mountains. MUSEUMS Are your interests drawn to fine art or the Batmobile? Reno is home to both, with the excellent Nevada Museum of Art and the National Automobile Museum. Find the Nevada State Museum and National Mint in Carson City, and the Gatekeeper’s Museum and the Tahoe Maritime Museum in Tahoe City. Visit the estate grounds from the Gilded Age at the Tallac Historic Site in South Lake Tahoe, and see interactive exhibits and 3D movies at the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village. Or walk in the footsteps of the pioneers at Truckee’s Donner Memorial State Park and Museum. Who knew a ski trip could be so enlightening? SIGHTSEEING Emerald Bay is one of the most photographed places on earth— a teardrop bay dotted with one perfect island topped by a stone teahouse. During winter, you can snowshoe down to Vikingsholm Castle on the lakeshore. The drive to and from Emerald Bay is breathtaking whether traveling from South or North Tahoe. Ringed by a mantle of white snow, the lake’s rich hues of blue, turquoise and azure are even more vibrant during winter. Take a stroll along the Riverwalk in Downtown Reno. Paths on both sides of the Truckee River wind between shops and restaurants to Wingfield Park and its world-class Whitewater Park. There is rarely snow at Reno’s lower elevation (4,000+ feet below the mountain tops), so on sunny winter days you may even catch kayakers flipping through the river’s large standing waves. For equally memorable sights, take a cruise on Lake Tahoe on a calm winter day, go for a horse-drawn sleigh ride or head out into an open mountain valley behind a dogsled team. Consider yourself warned: Reno-Tahoe offers too much fun for just one winter vacation.
Old West Journeys Not far from Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty and Reno’s modern comforts lies the rugged Wild West. Thanks to a discovery of gold and silver ore in 1859, Virginia City became a boisterous boomtown. Today, it’s remarkably well-preserved and entertaining with antique shops, Western apparel stores and museums, including the Mark Twain Museum. (Sam Clemens got his start as a writer at a Virginia City newspaper.) The city is not lacking for saloons—stop by the Delta Saloon to see the famous Suicide Table or the Bucket of Blood for music and locals decked out in period attire. Nevada’s capital, Carson City, is home to the 1870 State Capitol building, the Nevada State Railroad Museum and the Nevada State Museum. The latter includes the historic U.S. Mint, established in 1863 and one of only seven in the country. Thirsty? Head to Genoa’s Genoa Bar, the state’s “Oldest Thirst Parlor,” which has served presidents like Teddy Roosevelt and singers like Johnny Cash. Genoa’s Mormon Station Memorial State Park commemorates Nevada’s fi rst permanent settlement in 1851.
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Alpine Meadows reservations and information 800.403.0206 snowphone 530.581.8374 web squawalpine.com
Alpine Meadows offers visitors some of North America’s most celebrated terrain renowned for its Pacific Crest Bowls, summit-tobase groomed trails, and panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and surrounding Sierra peaks. Alpine Meadows is noted for its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. After exploring the mountain, unwind by the outdoor fire pit or cozy up in the base lodge next to a roaring fire and enjoy Alpine’s classic après-ski ambience. Alpine Meadows recently joined forces with neighboring Squaw Valley, allowing skiers and riders to now experience a total of 6,000 acres, 42 lifts and more than 270 trails – all on one lift ticket or season pass.
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Terrain: 2,400 acres: 25% beginner, 40% intermediate, 35% advanced. Trails: More than 100 Lifts: One high-speed six-passenger chair, two high-speed quads, three triple chairs, five double chairs, two surface lifts. Elevations: Base 6,835’, summit 8,637’—vertical drop 1,802’ Longest Run: 1.5 miles Snowmaking: 9 of 13 lifts Ski/Ride School: With some the nation’s highest-credentialed instructors, the Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows Ski & Snowboard School ensures that each person can elevate his or her experience on the mountain to the next level; private, adult, and child group lessons and clinics available. Children’s Services: Daily programs for children 3 and older, indoor play area in base lodge for very young children. Amenities: Full-service ski and snowboard tuning center, high-performance demo equipment, ski/snowboard rentals and repair, day lodge, day lockers, sun deck, fire pit, five on-mountain restaurants, retail shop and live entertainment. Ski Shuttles: Available from Truckee, North Lake Tahoe, Reno, and Reno-Tahoe International Airport; Free Squaw | Alpine Express Shuttle. Location: Six miles north of downtown Tahoe City, 13 miles south of Truckee.
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The Tahoe Super Pass and all lift tickets offer access to 6,000 acres, 42 lifts, and 270+ trails at Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley.
pine Meadows iPhone & Android Apps available for download.
7,500-square-foot sundeck, offering outdoor, slopeside seating and home to Alpine’s superior spring skiing conditions and renowned Spring Music Series. Free Squaw | Alpine Express runs every 30 minutes, allowing skiers and riders to access both resorts in one day with a short 10-minute bus ride. Customized lodging packages with Alpine Meadows & Squaw Valley lift tickets, activities and rentals available through The Village at Squaw Valley.
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highlights Lake Tahoe’s largest mountain resort. 10,067-foot summit – the highest at Lake Tahoe. 3,500-foot vertical drop – the longest at Lake Tahoe. 4,800 skiable acres – the most in California.
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Unbuckle at Tamarack – Tahoe’s ultimate aprês-ski party featuring the Heavenly Angels, guest DJs and dancing, and half-priced drinks. 3:30-5:30pm at Tamarack Lodge Thursday – Saturday. DJ Cat – Think of a snow cat, then add 52 high-output speakers and 1,200 watts of power. Heavenly’s custom-built mobile DJ station brings the party to the slopes. Sightseeing and Activities – For skiers and sightseers, the Heavenly tubing hill features 500 feet of non-stop fun at the top of the Gondola. The adventure begins with a 2.4 mile ride on Heavenly’s scenic Gondola that includes a stop at the Mid-station Observation Deck for a panoramic view of Lake Tahoe.
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heavenly® Mountain Resort reservations 800.HEAVENLY snowphone 775.586.7000 x1 information 775.586.7000 web skiheavenly.com
Heavenly is for those who are up for first chair and are still going strong well after last call. With 4,800 acres full of off-the-grid terrain and the most incredible views of Lake Tahoe, you can go big and forge your own path. It’s so big, you can ski two states in one day. With 34 miles of wide-open groomed cruisers, 1,600 foot plunges in the double-black-diamond canyons, and the most outrageous tree skiing in North America, the choices are endless. And when the sun goes down, kick off your evening with Unbuckle at Tamarack Lodge, offering half-priced drinks, live DJs, dancing and the Heavenly Angels—all at 9,150 feet! Don’t miss The DJ Cat, Heavenly’s custom-built mobile DJ station on the back of a snow cat, which brings the party to the slopes with 52 high-output speakers and 1,200 watts of power. You come to Heavenly to go all in, and worry about sleep later.
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Terrain: 4,800 skiable acres: 20% beginner, 45% intermediate, 35% advanced. Trails: 97 Lifts: 28: 14 in California and 14 in Nevada, nine high-speed chairlifts, one high-speed eight-passenger gondola, one 50-person aerial tram. Elevations: Summit 10,067’, vertical drop 3,500’ Longest Run: 5 miles, the longest mountain descent on the West Coast. Snowmaking: 73% of trails covered by the West Coast’s largest and most powerful snowmaking system. Ski/Ride School: With some of the nation’s highest-credentialed instructors, the Heavenly Ski and Ride School ensures that each person takes his or her experience on the mountain to the next level. Private, adult and child group lessons, and women’s clinics are available. Children’s Services: California-licensed day care facility for kids 6 weeks to 6 years, ski/play program for children 3 and up. Amenities: The Heavenly Village at the base of the Heavenly Gondola, including shopping, dining, movie theater and iceskating rink; on-mountain ski and board rentals, guest lockers and overnight equipment check. Ski Shuttles: Complimentary shuttle service on the South Shore. Location: Four base lodge facilities: The Gondola at Heavenly Village, California Lodge off Ski Run Boulevard, and Stagecoach and Boulder Lodges in Nevada off Kingsbury Grade.
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Kirkwood Mountain Resort reservations 800.967.7500 snowphone 877.KIRKWOOD information 209.258.6000 web kirkwood.com
Kirkwood’s location atop the Sierra Crest, combined with elevations ranging from 7,800 to 9,800 feet, make it ideally situated to receive the lightest, driest, and most plentiful snow in the Tahoe region. The resort combines big-mountain skiing/riding with small-town ambiance, and offers terrain ranging from calm, groomed beginner runs to hair-raising cornices, cliffs, and the most high-angle grooming in the area.
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Terrain: 2,300 acres: 15% beginner, 50% intermediate, 35% advanced/expert Trails: 86 plus six open bowls Lifts: 14: two high-speed quads, one fixed-grip quad, six triples chairs, one double chair, four surface lifts Elevations: Base 7,800’, summit 9,800’, vertical drop 2,000’ Longest Run: 2.5 miles Snowmaking: Top-to-bottom coverage on four runs Ski/Ride School: Specifically developed to create the best learning environment possible, with clinics as well as private and group lessons for all ability levels. Children’s Services: Kids-only Magic Carpet area and surrounding terrain is specifically designed to allow each child to progress quickly in a nurturing environment, making their first turns fun, safe, and secure; programs available for children as young as 2. Amenities: Resort Village with retail and dining, lodging options ranging from hotel rooms to condominiums, 80 kilometers of groomed cross-country and snowshoe trails, two terrain parks, and Skier/Boarder Cross. Ski Shuttles: Daily service within the resort via in-valley shuttle Location: 45 miles south of South Lake Tahoe, Highway 88 at Carson Pass
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Average annual snowfall of 390 inches. Expedition: Kirkwood, a series of all-mountain programs that include cat skiing, private guides, and backcountry awareness courses. Timber Creek base area, offering access to four designated lifts for beginner and developing skiers and riders. Home to the Ralves Banzai Tour. 80 kilometers of spectacular high alpine, cross-country trails.
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Ski like a local at Tahoe’s closest skiing to Reno, just 30 minutes from downtown. Outstanding beginner terrain served by two lifts and one conveyor. The Chutes, offering some of the longest continuous vertical runs in North America. Maximum convenience, featuring slopeside parking with easy lift access.
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Ski-and-Stay packages out of Reno starting at $89. Online daily specials, such as Two ‘fer Tuesdays, Ladies’ Day Thursdays, and multi-day tickets
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Mt. Rose-ski tahoe reservations 800.SKIROSE information 775.849.0704 web skirose.com
Touch down at Reno-Tahoe International Airport, travel a mere 25 minutes out of Reno, and you’re on the slopes of the local’s choice: Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe. There’s nothing like making turns on the mountain so soon after your arrival to remind you that you’re vacationing at one of the most convenient—and exciting—winter destinations.
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Terrain: 1,200+ skiable acres: 20% beginner, 30% intermediate, 40% advanced, 10% expert. Trails: 60+ Lifts: Two six-pack high-speed detachable chairs, two fixedgrip quads, two triple chairs, two conveyor lifts Elevations: Base 8,260’, summit 9,700’, vertical drop 1,800’ Longest Run: 2.5 miles Snowmaking: 20% Ski/Ride School: Adult lesson center for skiing; snowboarding for ages 11+; first-timer, intermediate, and advanced workshops Children’s Services: Kids lessons (ages 4-10). Reservations available through skirose.com Amenities: Main lodge - All Services, Winters Creek Lodge offering sweeping views of the Washoe Valley, Terrain Parks (3). Ski Shuttles: Reno Ski Shuttles depart morning and midmorning from Reno on Saturdays and holidays. Location: 25 minutes from Reno, 11 miles from Incline Village on the Mt. Rose Highway, SR 431; on the summit between Reno and North Lake Tahoe.
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Northstar California™ Resort reservations 800.GO.NORTH snowphone 530.562.1330 information 800.GO.NORTH web northstarcalifornia.com
A four-season vacation destination, Northstar California Resort draws visitors with its 3,170 skiable acres, variety of luxury and family lodging accommodations, restaurants focused on fresh, house-made cuisine and superb culinary traditions, and a wide variety of fine boutique shops – all of which are charmingly set in the atmosphere of a magnificent mountainside village that imparts a true sense of relaxed California luxury. Named the best mountain for families by Outside Magazine, the resort features awardwinning children’s programs, world-class coaching and private lessons, alpine, Telemark and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, terrain parks, ice skating, snowshoeing, snowshoe star tours, tubing, and much more.
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Terrain: 3,170 acres, 11% beginner, 56% intermediate, 33% advanced Average Annual Snowfall: 350 inches Trails: 100 Lifts: 20: two gondolas (one newly refurbished express for the 2015-16 season, one pulse), one high-speed six pack/chondola, seven high-speed quads, one fixed-grip quad, two triple chairs, two surface lifts, five Magic Carpets Elevations: Summit 8,610’, vertical drop 2,280’ Longest Run: 1.4 miles Snowmaking: Northstar California is home to the largest, most technologically advanced snowmaking system of any resort in North Lake Tahoe, covering more than 50 percent of Northstar’s 100 trails and allowing the resort to open all ski lifts on machine-made snow alone. Ski/Ride School: Nationally recognized school for adults and children, customizable private instruction, specialized clinics, and signature Adventure, Guiding & Learning Center, complete with concierge services. Children’s Services: Licensed childcare for ages 2+, ski and snowboard lesson programs for children starting at age 3. Amenities: Unique shops and restaurants, spa and yoga, taverns and wine-tasting rooms, grocery and bakery, overnight ski storage, locker room, two movie theaters, and outdoor skating rink; experiential opportunities include pottery painting as well as lessons on how to make candles, mosaics and teddy bears. Ski Shuttles: Complimentary on-site shuttle service. Location: Highway 267, six miles north of Lake Tahoe and six miles south of downtown Truckee.
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Customized instruction with world-class programs such as the Ultimate 4, Burton Academy, 4Her: Women in Skiing initiative, Primo Private Lessons, and the Adventure, Guiding & Learning Center; track lesson progress and vertical feet, view lift line wait times, earn virtual pins, and share experiential photos with EpicMix, accessible simply by inputting the ID number on each lift ticket at EpicMix.com. Complimentary Champagne served daily at 2 p.m. on the mountain during the newest culinary tradition, tõst. Complimentary S’mores are served daily at 3:30 p.m., S’mores O’clock, in The Village. The dinner series, Mountain Table, hosted in The Zephyr Lodge presents delectable cuisine prepared with fresh-sourced ingredients in a breathtaking atmosphere featuring panoramic views of the Sierra Crest through floor-to-ceiling windows.
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The closest major winter resort to Sacramento. 30,000-square-foot Solstice Plaza in base area transforms the guest experience with quirky events, food and drink service, fire pits and zero-gravity chairs to kick back and reminisce about a great day on the mountain. Blizzard Mountain—snow play and tubing area. Easy Street—11 acres of sculpted Smart Terrain™ for beginners. Nationally recognized and progressive freestyle terrain including a Boardercross course where skiers and snowboarders can race friends from the gate. 320 acres of backcountry heaven in Huckleberry Canyon, accessed by 5 backcountry gates from the top of Grandview Express.
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Sierra-at-Tahoe reservations 530.659.7453 snowphone 530.659.7475 information 530.659.7453 web sierraattahoe.com
Sierra-at-Tahoe is committed to maintaining the authentic Tahoe atmosphere that’s all about skiing/riding in a laid-back California environment. It’s easy to understand why three gold medalists call Sierra home. With an average annual snowfall of more than 400 inches and 2,200 vertical feet, the mountain consistently offers an authentic skiing/boarding experience for all ability levels. Sierra-at-Tahoe proudly features 100 acres of dedicated beginner trails, 320 acres of backcountry terrain, and award-winning terrain parks and halfpipe.
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Terrain: 2,000 acres: 25% beginner, 50% intermediate, 25% advanced Trails: 46 Lifts: Three express quad chairs, five double chairs, one triple chair, five surface lifts Elevations: Base 6,640,’ summit 8,852,’ vertical drop 2,212’ Longest Run: 2.5 miles Grooming: 70% nightly, 100% beginner terrain Ski/Ride School: 11 acres of gentle beginner terrain is easily accessible from the base area and instructors are among the best in the nation. The Learn To Ski/Ride Center offers beginner-specific equipment with auto turn technology-great for learning. Group lessons and specialized camps offer a social learning setting while private lessons offer one-on-one attention for individuals or families. Children’s Services: Wild Mountain provides legendary children’s programs that incorporate terrain-based learning and licensed day care for children 18 months to 5 years. In addition, Sierra offers the Parent’s Predicament Ticket for parents who want to take turns watching the baby in the lodge and hitting the slopes. Amenities: 9000-square-foot lodge at mountain base, including Solstice Eatery and demo center; Smokehouse BBQ at the top of Grandview Express; Baja Grill at the bottom of West Bowl; Sierra Pub and Mama’s Kitchen in the main lodge. Ski Shuttles: Shuttles daily from South Lake Tahoe Location: 12 miles west of South Lake Tahoe via Highway 50
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Squaw Valley reservations 855.421.3324 snowphone 530.583.6955 information 800.403.0206 web squawalpine.com
From a scenic mountaintop beginner area to unmatched intermediate and advanced terrain, Squaw Valley truly has something for everyone. Take advantage of all this terrain with our expanded mountain guide program, lessons or clinics. With Squaw’s recent merger with neighboring Alpine Meadows, skiers and riders can now experience a total of 6,000 acres, 42 lifts and more than 270 trails – all on one lift ticket or season pass. Guests can easily go back and forth between the two mountains via the free Squaw | Alpine Express Shuttle. Coming soon…a new base-to-base gondola that will connect the two mountains. Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows has invested over $70 million in base area and on-mountain improvements, including new high-speed chairlifts, shops and restaurants and SnoVentures Activity Zone.
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Terrain: 3,600 acres: 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, 30% expert Trails: More than 170 Lifts: 29 lifts, including four-season 120-passenger Aerial Tram, five express six-packs, three express quads and North America’s only Funitel Elevations: Six peaks, with the highest at 9,050’, base 6,200’, vertical drop 2,850’ Longest Run: 3.2 miles Snowmaking: 11 of 29 lifts Ski/Ride School: Specialty ski and snowboard clinics Children’s Services: Squaw Kids children’s center Amenities: European-style pedestrian village with slopeside lodging, luxurious spa and mountaintop dining at High Camp, snowtubing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, dogsledding, mini snowmobiles for kids and an indoor climbing wall in the base area. Ski Shuttles: Available from Truckee, North Lake Tahoe, Reno and Reno-Tahoe International Airport; free Squaw | Alpine Express Shuttle. Location: Olympic Valley, California, off Highway 89, four miles from North Shore, 45 miles west of Reno, 196 miles east of San Francisco via Interstate 80.
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HIGHLIGHTS
6,000 acres, 42 lifts and 270+ trails on one lift ticket or season pass at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows. The Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows iPhone & Android Apps are available for download
Customized lodging packages with lift tickets, activities and rentals available through The Village at Squaw Valley. Snow tubing for all ages and mini snowmobiles (kids 6-12) at the SnoVentures Activity Zone. Expanded intermediate terrain via Big Blue Express. Completely revamped High Camp area for beginner and intermediate skiers and riders. Wanderlust Yoga Studio, offering year-round yoga with incredible mountain views. Over $70 million in base area and on-mountain improvements. Innovative terrain parks and learning terrain in multiple locations at both mountains.
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Sugar Bowl Resort PIONEERING ADVENTURE. Blending classic high-alpine charm with modern amenities, Sugar Bowl offers a unique resort experience with Tahoe’s deepest snow across four distinct peaks, a classic high-alpine Lodge, America’s only snowbound village and North America’s largest XC resort, Royal Gorge Cross Country. As the closest major resort to Sacramento and the Bay Area, coupled with the shortest lift lines and least crowded slopes, skiers love Sugar Bowl’s pure and simple ski experience, from start to finish. Proudly California owned & operated since 1939.
reservations and information 530.426.9000 web sugarbowl.com royalgorge.com
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Terrain: Four peaks with 1,650 skiable acres: 17% beginner, 45% intermediate, 38% advanced Trails: 103 trails, plus backcountry access gates Lifts: 12 Five high-speed quads, two fixed grip quads, one fixed-grip triple, two fixed-grip doubles, one gondola, and one surface lift Elevations: Base 6,883’, summit 8,383’, vertical drop 1,500’ Longest Run: 3+ miles Snowmaking: 500 acres—31% Grooming: 550 acres—33% Ski/Ride School: Mountain Sports Learning Center and children-specific complex at The Den. 3:1 child-to-instructor ratios, and a specialized Learn to Ski & Ride Development program. Amenities: Family-friendly areas at White Pine, Nob Hill, and Meadow; Terrain Park, Judah Day Lodge, Lodge at Sugar Bowl, Mid-Mountain Lodge, Dining Room, and Belt Room Bar; Backcountry Adventure Center; Retail outlets. Location: 629 Sugar Bowl Rd, Norden, CA 95724 Royal Gorge Cross Country Terrain: 200km of groomed trails across 6,000 acres Trails: 84 trails across six distinct track systems, with eight warming huts Lodge: Summit Station Other Activities: Snowkiting school, fat-tire snow biking, dog-friendly XC trails and Snowshoeing.
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The Most Snow in Tahoe with the shortest lift lines and least crowded slopes, plus unrivaled backcountry access. New & improved, relocated terrain parks with a family-friendly focus on top-to-bottom flow. North America’s largest cross country ski resort with over 200km of groomed trails. The closest major Tahoe resort to Sacramento and the Bay Area. A classic high-alpine Lodge in America’s only snowbound Village, with access to the Sporthaus athletic and aquatics center. A premier Ski Team and Academy, training and educating skiers in a new ski-in/ski-out campus.
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A children’s learning center at the Den, featuring 3:1 studentinstructor ratios with professional instructors. A unique, charming trailside Village with snowbound legacy homes. California family owned & operated since 1939.
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Diamond Peak
snowphone 775.831.3211 information 775.832.1177 web diamondpeak.com
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Terrain: 655 acres: 18% beginner, 46% intermediate, and
36% advanced. Lifts: One high-speed detachable quad, two quads, three
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Incredible views of Lake Tahoe and miles of tree skiing and riding, untracked days after a storm. Three & Free Guarantee Lesson Packages for ages 4 and up. Burton Learn To Ride Center and progression terrain parks. Daily lift ticket specials include Local’s Lunch, Bring Your Other Pass, and ski for free on your birthday. Multi-day transferable Flex Passes available to purchase online.
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doubles, one surface. Elevations: Base 6,700’, summit 8,540’, vertical drop 1,840’ Longest Run: 2.5 miles Ski/Ride School: Daily instruction for adults and teens of all levels; Burton Learn to Ride Center. Children’s Services: Child Ski Center (ages 3-7) with dedicated learning area and surface lift; Sierra Scouts (ages 7-12). Amenities: Base Lodge with several food options including new Wild Bill’s BBQ, Loft Bar, private party room, two decks and free Wi-Fi; mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge with large deck and panoramic views of Lake Tahoe; full service Rental & Repair Shop with demo equipment; retail shop; progressive terrain parks; electric vehicle charging stations. Ski Shuttles: Free to Incline Village and Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. Location: 1210 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451 RATES & PACkAgES
• Kids 6 & under / adults 80+ ski free. • Exceptional ticket values & Flex Pass multi-day tickets. • Affordable group lesson packages; semi-private and private lessons. • Bring Your Other Pass Deal: bring a valid season pass from another ski resort and ski for $35 ($45 holidays).
Homewood information 530.525.2992 snowphone 530.525.2900 lodging reservations 800.260.5105 web skihomewood.com Located steps from the shoreline of Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, Homewood Mountain Resort combines pristine skiing and snowboarding with unobstructed views of “Big Blue” from every run. Come see why locals always say “The West Shore is the best shore!”
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Terrain: 2,010 Acres (including snowcat terrain) Trails: 64 Lifts: 6 Terrain Parks: 5 Elevations: Base 6,230’, Summit 8,740’ Vertical Drop 2,510
(including snowcat terrain) Ski/Ride School: Burton Learn To Ride Center for adults;
HigHligHts Free Intermediate/Advanced Lessons with Homewood’s best instructors, every Sunday through Friday, excluding holidays, at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe from every run, plus lakefront dining at Homewood’s West Shore Café just steps from the lifts. Save money by purchasing lift tickets online at SkiHomewood.com.
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group and private lessons. Children’s Services: Full-day, all-inclusive packages; Family Snow Play Zone and renowned family atmosphere. Amenities: Retail store; equipment demo and rental, tuning, and repair centers; six restaurants. Ski Shuttles: Homewood’s West Shore Dial-a-Ride for complimentary on-demand transportation from Tahoe City to Meeks Bay—call 530.525.2922 to reserve. Homewood Snowcat Adventures: Tours access 750+ acres of backcountry terrain on the flanks of Ellis Peak. Location: 5145 W. Lake Boulevard, Homewood, CA
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Tahoe Donner Downhill information 530.587.9444 web tahoedonner.com/downhill-ski Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area is committed to being the best place to begin. Wide-open bowls, uncrowded slopes, great beginner terrain, excellent grooming, and a friendly, courteous staff await you. More advanced skiers and riders will enjoy a newly updated terrain park with lots of fun features. Adults can take advantage of a full-service bar and a relaxing, outdoor lounge area with comfy furniture and fire pits. Our new 700 square-foot yurt will serve as a slopeside warming hut for ski school and last year we added a new intermediate trail that meanders through the trees. Enjoy a small, friendly resort that delivers a personal touch that is unique in the industry.
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Terrain: 120 acres: 40% beginner, 60% more difficult Trails: 15 Terrain Parks: 3 Lifts: One quad chair, one double chair, and three conveyor lifts Elevations: Base 6,750’, summit 7,350’, vertical drop 600’ Ski/Ride School: Extensive options for skiers and riders of
New snowmaking installed for the 2015/16 ski season! Fun activities all winter long, such as the Winter Beach Party, 200-Foot Banana Split Extravaganza, Glowstick Parade and Carnival, and the Downhill Dummy Contest and Rail Jam. Special deals available through Facebook or Twitter. Scan this QR code to visit our website for deals and details.
all ages and abilities—we specialize in teaching first timers and novices. Groups: Discounted rates available for groups of 20 or more that book in advance; email us at groupsales@tahoedonner. com or call 530.582.9643. Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.—rental shop 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Location: 11603 Snowpeak Way, Truckee, CA
Enjoy the Glide Smooth and wide trails, mild temperatures and breathtaking scenery—Tahoe has the largest concentration of groomed crosscountry trails in North America. No wonder we’re a mecca for Nordic skiers from throughout the nation. Local alpine resorts that feature cross-country trail systems include Kirkwood, Northstar California and Squaw Valley. For first-timers, there are many miles of
gentle meadow routes. For the super-fit experts, trails curve up and down over the Sierra ridges and peaks. Snowshoers are welcomed at most cross-country resorts and some alpine resorts, including Sierra-at-Tahoe. Whether by step, skate or stride, an exciting winter adventure awaits in Tahoe’s large forests and wide valleys.
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Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe 800.SKIROSE skirose.com
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Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort 530.659.7453 SierraAtTahoe.com
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Camp Richardson Historic Resort 60 23 0 35 10 800.544.1801 camprichardson.com
A historic resort on the shores of South Lake Tahoe. Lodging, dining, 10km of groomed trails and over 120 acres of ski-able terrain.
Kirkwood Cross Country & Snowshoe 80 70 35 70 80 877.KIRKWOOD kirkwood.com
Lessons, rentals, snowshoeing, day lodge, 2 warming huts, groomed track with skating lanes.
Northstar™ Cross Country, 40 13 45 11 35 Telemark & Snowshoe Center 800.GO.NORTH NorthstarCalifornia.com
Rentals, lessons, clinics, races, moonlight snowshoe and stargazing tours, family snowshoe tours, warming huts, sundeck and more.
Royal Gorge Cross Country 46 26 57 34 200 800.500.3871 royalgorge.com
88 groomed trails across 6,000 acres, lessons, rentals, clinics, races, 8 warming huts, 1 trailside café, 2 lodges, snowshoeing, dog-friendly trails, snowkiting, snow biking, and more.
Resort at Squaw Creek Nordic Center 45 6 44 22 18 530.583.6300 squawcreek.com
Ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley, 18 km trails, lessons/rentals, ice rink and more winter activities.
Tahoe XC 43 2 40 18 65 530.583.5475 tahoexc.org
24 groomed trails, just minutes from Tahoe City, 3 dog trails, snowshoe trails, lake views, day lodge, café, ski lessons, rentals.
Tahoe Donner Cross Country 45 20 40 25 100+ 530.587.9444 tahoedonner.com/cross-country
58 groomed trails, new cross-country ski lodge for 2015/2016! 5 warming huts, 4 snowshoe-only trails, PSIA Ski School, rentals
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TravelNevada Fresh Snow for Days. Stories for Life.
Here’s to the uncharted tracks of fluff. And to those who are bold enough to point their tips down them, a toast. To skiing without lifts and boarding without borders. Sure there are other places to ski and ride. But not like Nevada. With the Santa Rosa, the Sierra Nevada and more than 300 others, we have more mountain ranges than any other state in the continental US. And each one of our backcountries is just waiting for you to heli the bliss out of them. Or run lift-served until you reach Nevada nirvana. So raise a glass to a day of snow and a night of unexpected adventures. To the mountains you’ll ride, people you’ll meet and experiences you’ll have along the way. Because when you ski Nevada, you’re bound to come home with more stories than souvenirs.
800.NEVADA.8 | Visit TravelNevada.com/Ski16
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North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureaus There you are, looking out the window with a case of the Winter blahs. Suddenly, it hits you: it’s time to escape to North Lake Tahoe. Incredible resorts, on the shores of one of the world’s most beautiful lakes. Follow in the tracks of legends at Squaw Valley. Explore the village at Northstar. Catch the views from Homewood Mountain Resort, Diamond Peak, and Mt. Rose. Or ride the lifts of Sugar Bowl, once owned by Walt Disney. So many options. On every kind of terrain. Downhill not your thing? Seven Nordic resorts have over 350 miles of trails to explore. Once the boots come off, our charming resort towns come alive. With shopping, dining, nightlife, skating...even casinos, it’s never the same place twice. All this, easily within reach from Reno-Tahoe International, or just two hours from Sacramento.
800.TAHOE4U | GoTahoeNorth.com
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Reno/Tahoe USA Just down the hill from the best skiing in the country, “The Biggest Little City in the World� offers an affordable getaway loaded with casino-style resort spa luxury, decked in local delicacies from five-star steakhouses to nationally acclaimed brewpubs. Aside from our first-class casino resorts, Reno has a growing local food scene, highlighted by the urban Lost City Farm in MidTown and the Great Basin Community Co-Op, the fastest growing food co-op in the United States! Just 40 minutes from North Lake Tahoe, Reno hotels have free parking as well as free shuttle service to the airport. The valley is also home to some of the top-ranked resort spas in the country, perfect for helping you recover after a few days on the slopes. Northern Nevada has always had an active nightlife, but the expansion of special events and outdoor activities in the region has inspired a new breed of visitor, as well as incoming residents. The tech industry is in the middle of a more than $7 billion investment, promising to create tens-of-thousands of jobs, and further improving the quality of life, and variety of art, culture and entertainment, throughout the Reno Tahoe region. Come see why Reno Tahoe USA is positively electric!
SnowRenoTahoe.com
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Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
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Welcome to Tahoe South, where Sierra sunsets meet the Silver State’s lucky streak, blackjack meets blue water and adventure gains altitude. Add fine dining, fresh powder and world-class hotels-there’s more than one way to go all in, and we are heartily in favor of all of them. So cap off your day on the slopes with a night on the town. Catch some air, catch a show, enjoy a cocktail under more stars than you’ve ever seen in your life. On the wild side of the lake, you can roll the dice, dance til dawn, hike a trail, heck, blaze your own. The adventure begins at TahoeSouth.com.
800.288.2463 | TahoeSouth.com
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Now I lay me down to sleep… but not for long.
With all there is to do at Lake Tahoe, sleep is probably the last thing on your agenda. But when you get to the point where you just can’t keep your eyes open for another minute, we’ve got you covered. Whether your idea of perfection is a ski-in/ski-out slopeside condo, a casino-hotel packed with amenities and 24/7 entertainment, a European-inspired chalet hidden in a forest clearing, or a fuss-free apartment with all the amenities you could possibly want or need, it’s here. In spades.
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Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.......................................37 Eldorado Hotel Casino.............................................45 Grand Sierra Resort..................................................39 Sands Regency Casino Hotel..................................43 Silver Legacy Resort Casino....................................44
North Lake Tahoe/Truckee
Aston Lakeland Village Resort................................45 Hard Rock Hotel.......................................................40 Inn by the Lake.......................................................51 Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel..........................................46 Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort....................................47 The Landing Resort & Spa.......................................50 Marriott Grand Residence Club..............................47 The Ridge Tahoe Resort...........................................48 Vacation Resorts International................................50 Zephyr Cove Resort..................................................51
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Cedar House Sport Hotel..........................................38 Granlibakken Resort................................................46 Hyatt Regency Resort, Spa and Casino..................41 Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort...................................48 Resort at Squaw Creek............................................49 Squaw Valley Lodge...............................................49
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Atlantis Casino Resort Spa DISTINCTLY FOUR DIAMOND
reservations and information 800.723.6500 or 775.825.4700 web atlantiscasino.com/bski
Atlantis Steakhouse
Reno’s only Concierge Hotel Tower
Spa Atlantis
Atlantis is the ultimate resort for skiers and snowboarders. The closest Reno casino-resort to the slopes means you can go from snow boots to spa slippers minutes after boarding the ski shuttle. Atlantis offers luxurious accommodations, including Reno’s only Concierge Hotel Tower, featuring a complimentary continental breakfast, ensuring you’re properly fueled for the mountain.
FAST FACTS Type of Property Casino Resort Spa Address 3800 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 Number of Rooms 824 Room Amenities Luxuriously appointed with upscale
Spa Atlantis, voted Best Spa*, has a year-round indoor atrium pool and outdoor whirlpool spa, perfect for soaking after carving the powder. Discover eight award-winning restaurants, including Reno’s Best Happy Hour** at Bistro Napa, showcasing small plates and generous 8 oz. wine pours. Delight in tableside dining at Atlantis Steakhouse, where bananas foster is flambéed before your eyes. Toucan Charlie’s Buffet & Grille is voted Best Buffet*** year after year. Experience the dynamic casino with the latest in slots, video poker, table games, Keno, Race & Sports, and smoke-free poker room.
furnishings, pillow-top mattresses, 42” flat-screen TVs, multimedia launch pad and high-speed Internet access (wired and wireless). Property Amenities Spa Atlantis with Aqua Lounge, Brine Inhalation-Light Therapy Lounge and Laconium Relaxation Lounge, year-round indoor and outdoor pools, Cardio Theater and Fitness Center, eight award-winning restaurants, ten captivating bars and lounges, free cabaret entertainment, Family Fun Center. Shuttle Service Complimentary airport shuttle.
Apres ski at Atlantis! *SpaFinder’s Readers’ Choice **Reno News & Review ***Nevada Magazine Best of Nevada, Reno News & Review
RATES & PACKAGES Starting at $79.*
• 1-night stay at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. • 1-adult lift ticket per person – mix and match ski resorts for the ultimate ski/snowboard experience. • $20 food voucher – valid in any of our eight exceptional restaurants. • $10 in Free Slot Play. • Custom individual and group packages available. *Per person, based on double occupancy. Subject to availability. Management reserves all rights.
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Cedar House Sport Hotel WHERE STYLE MEETS ADVENTURE.
reservations and information 866.582.5655 web cedarhousesporthotel.com
Carved out of the natural allurement of its surroundings, Cedar House Sport Hotel com-
bines innovative architecture with the symbiotic relationship between mind, body and soul. Using a unique blend of recycled and pure materials, the hotel exemplifies environmental awareness, integrating itself into its stunning landscape. With contemporary and cozy lodging for the hotel’s guests, the property also features a small event center, ideal for corporate meetings and other group functions. In addition, the facility also boasts an avant-garde dining room and culinary arts center. Along with its in-house adventure guiding service, The Cedar House can create the perfect Tahoe getaway, both for pleasure or business.
FAST FACTS Type of Property European-Style Boutique Hotel Address 10918 Brockway Road, Truckee CA 96161, Fax 530.582-5665 Email stay@cedarhousesporthotel.com Number of Rooms 40 rooms, including six two-room king
suites Room Amenities Flat-screen LCD TV, cable, safe, refrigerator,
heated bathroom floor, luxurious European linens, cotton terry robes, spa bath products, and freshly ground coffee and coffee maker. Property Amenities Concierge/guest service staff, continental breakfast, full bar in lobby, meeting room, and Wi-Fi. RATES & PACKAGES
For those who love to play hard but like to rest easy, the Cedar House Sport Hotel is your Truckee address. Visit our website at cedarhousesporthotel.com for information on our accommodations and special Adventure Packages. In-house adventure guide service—Tahoe Trips & Trails tahoetrips.com.
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Grand Sierra Resort Make your winter getaway a granD one.
reservations and information 800.648.5080 web grandsierraresort.com
Grand Sierra Resort is the premier resort destination in northern Nevada.
More than $100 million has been invested to create a world-class experience that is simply unmatched in the region. If you like nightlife then GSR is the resort for you. The Grand Theatre hosts top name entertainment and LEX Nightclub, the area’s unprecedented nightlife venue, features some of the top DJs in the country. GSR has everything you could want after a day on the slopes; a full service spa, 11 dining options from casual to fine dining like Charlie Palmer Steak. Plus there are many family friendly activities. Located just five minutes from the Reno-Tahoe Airport, there’s no better place to stay for the perfect winter getaway.
FaSt FactS type of Property Resort Casino
Address: 2500 East 2nd Street, Reno NV 89595 Number of Rooms: 1956 Room amenities Remodeled with luxurious furnishings, updated features and first-rate amenities, 42” flat-screen TVs, in room coffee, wireless Internet, 24-hour room service, refrigerators and microwaves available in some rooms. Property amenities VIP Concierge Lounge, 11 Restaurants, Lex Night Club, 5 lounges & bars, unique shops, full service Spa with steam rooms, saunas, an oversized co-ed whirlpool, full cardio center with state-of-the-art equipment and daily fitness classes. Family friendly with a 50-lane Bowling Center, FunQuest arcade, a simulated indoor golf range, an outdoor aqua driving range, movie theater and free parking. Shuttle Service Ski shuttles available, complimentary airport shuttle, located five minutes from Reno-Tahoe Airport RateS & PackaGeS
Visit our website at grandsierraresort.com for information on rates, accommodations and ski packages.
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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe #RockTahoe
reservations and information 844-588-ROCK web HardRockCasinoLakeTahoe.com
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe brings its notorious rock ‘n’ roll entertainment brand experience to a destination already known for its breathtaking beauty and epic outdoor recreation. Located in the heart of South Lake, the unparalleled resort casino offers skiers and riders the ultimate home-base just steps away from some of the world’s best ski destinations, including Heavenly Mountain Resort. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe transformed the Tahoe skyline last ski season with a massive $60 million renovation rooted in rock ‘n’ roll art and music memorabilia, and the 539 rooms and suites offer stunning views of Lake Tahoe or Heavenly Valley.
Fast Facts type of Property Hotel Casino address 50 Highway 50, Stateline, Nevada 89449 Number of Rooms 539 rooms and suites Room amenities Thick terry robes, hair dryer, down pillows
and duvets, wired and wireless Internet, in-room safe, bedside outlet for mobile phones, iron and ironing board. Property amenities 25,000 plus square foot casino, multiple restaurants and bars, a vast collection of rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia, the world-famous retail store, and an assortment of live entertainment both indoors and out, including Vinyl and other venues. Rates & Packages
Visit www.hardrockcasinolaketahoe.com for the most up to date and guaranteed best pricing on Ski packages.
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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino FOURTH NIGHT FREE WITH THREE PAID NIGHTS.
reservations and information 800.233.1234 or 775.832.1234 web laketahoe.hyatt.com
Welcome to your luxury mountain vacation made easy. We offer a ski vacation experience
that’s the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. In the center of it all, we’re equidistant from Heavenly and Northstar Resorts, and just five minutes from Diamond Peak. Hit the slopes and plan your trip with ease with our on-site ski gear rental and storage, lift ticket sales and free daily transportation to area ski resorts. Après ski couldn’t be easier with our five dining options, including the award-winning lakefront Lone Eagle Grille. Or skip the grocery store and grab snacks for a day in the mountains from Tahoe Provisions, our grab-and-go coffee shop and deli. Book your adventurous, relaxing, hassle-free Tahoe getaway today.
FAST FACTS Type of Property Lakeside resort , spa and casino Address 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV 89451 Number of Rooms 398 luxury guestrooms and suites, 24
customizable lakeside cottages Room Amenities Contemporary wood, slate and leather alpine
modern décor, spacious granite and glass baths and all-in-one media hubs. Property Amenities Diamond Peak Sport Shop in the hotel lobby with equipment rentals and direct-to-lift tickets. Ski/ snowboard storage, activities concierge with discounted area lift tickets, Stillwater Spa & Salon, heated lagoon-style pool, oversized hot tubs, lounges with live music, Grand Lodge Casino, four restaurants including the redesigned award-winning lakefront Lone Eagle Grille and the cozy-cabin-like Sierra Café, complimentary scheduled ski shuttles and more. RATES & PACKAGES
• Snow on Sale*: Stay a fourth night free with three paid nights. • Contact us to learn about ski special packages and discounts, including lodging and lift tickets *Snow on Sale valid through 2015-2016 season. Free night must be used on same stay, one per stay. Guest must pay Snow on Sale rates, based on double occupancy, standard guestroom. Reservations required, subject to availability and blackout periods. Not valid for groups or in combination with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this offer without notice.
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Find the best of the city
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Sands Regency Casino Hotel A GREAT PLACE TO GET AWAY.
reservations and information 866.FUN.STAY web sandsregency.com
Large rooms at small prices. The Sands Regency offers you the best way to stretch your vacation dollar. Get more for your money when you stay in our spacious and comfortable rooms. Keep your body tuned for the slopes and grab a quick workout in our complimentary fitness center or re-fuel in one of three bars or dine in one of four restaurants. Non-stop gaming action. We serve up an extra helping of fun and friendliness 24-hours with all of your favorite slot and table games, action-packed live poker, bingo and a full-service sports book. Even your taste buds will hit the jackpot. Choose from a wide range of dining options at the Sands Regency. From delightful specialty coffees and treats in the morning to sumptuous beltbusting buffets or diner classics and light snacks, all at affordable prices. Only a short drive from the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, we offer you great value with ski packages that can be customized to meet your needs.
Fast Facts type of Property: Hotel Casino address: 345 N. Arlington Avenue, Reno, NV 89501 Number of Rooms: 833 guestrooms with 700 non-smoking Room amenities: Spacious guestrooms in three connecting
towers, hair dryers, Internet access (fee), and complimentary health club with Jacuzzi.® Property amenities: Convenient downtown location with five restaurants including The Original Mels Diner—our 24-hour casino has all the latest games plus a bingo parlor and poker room—plenty of free parking, surface and covered—top quality on-site ski and board rental shop with overnight valet service available—open daily at 7 a.m.—pet friendly. Shuttle Service: Complimentary airport shuttle Rates & Packages 15% off our rack rate when booking your ski package.
• Create your own package with one phone call 866.FUN.STAY (866.386.7829). • Ask about our beginners package. • Top quality ski and board rental shop on property with overnight valet service available. • Visit sandsregency.com for individual rates and best value prices. • Groups of ten or more receive one complimentary hotel stay, call our sales department at 800.233.4939 or email lmiolini@sandsregency.com.
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Silver Legacy Resort Casino GO BIG IN THE BIGGEST LITTLE CITY.
reservations and information 800.MUST.SEE (800.687.8733) web silverlegacy.com
Go Big with us at Silver Legacy Resort Casino! Our exciting Resort casino, located in the
heart of downtown Reno boasts every amenity for a perfect getaway. We welcome you to experience top name entertainment in the Grande Exposition Hall and Laugh Factory Comedy Club, six delicious restaurants, 85,000 square feet of exciting gaming space, stylish boutique shopping and a well-appointed health spa to soothe after a day at the slopes. Plus, the nightlife keeps the excitement going in Aura Ultra Lounge, Rum Bullions Island Bar, Silver Baron’s Lounge and our newest addition, The Blender Bar, offering adult frozen and specialty drinks. Relax in newly appointed guestrooms that exude comfort and sophistication. Additionally, Silver Legacy is connected to Eldorado Casino and Circus Circus Casino via indoor walkways, forming Northern Nevada’s largest entertainment resort complex under one roof. All this is just minutes away from world-class skiing and snowboarding!
FAST FACTS Type of Property: Premier Resort Hotel Casino Address: 407 N. Virginia Street, P.O. Box 3920, Reno, NV 89505 Number of Rooms: 1,720 Room Amenities: California King or 2 Queens and spa suites,
In-room coffee, wireless Internet access, hair dryers, ironing boards, voicemail, in-room movies and 24-hour room service. Property Amenities: Northern Nevada’s tallest structure reaching 400 feet above downtown Reno, newly remodeled health spa with new equipment, massages and spa packages, LuLu Salon, full-service business center, shopping, and six distinct restaurants. Grande Exposition Hall, Laugh Factory Comedy Club, Aura Lounge, Drinx Lounge, RumBullions Island Bar, and Starbucks. Shuttle Service: Airport shuttle RATES & PACKAGES Customize your own package starting at $75:*
• One night’s accommodation. • One all-day lift ticket per person to Northstar California, Mt. Rose Ski-Tahoe, Heavenly®, Alpine Meadows, or Squaw Valley. • Ski Shuttle available to select resorts. • One $7 food credit per person to Flavors! the Buffet, Café Central, Sips Coffee & Tea, or Triple Play Grill. • Free airport shuttle. • Valet and self-parking. *Prices are per person, based on two skiers per room. Offer valid November 2015 through April 2016, subject to availability. Package price valid Sunday through Thursday, weekend prices are slightly higher. Prices may vary depending on ski resort chosen. Some restrictions apply. For more information visit: silverlegacy.com
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Aston Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain Resort TAHOE’S PREMIER LAKEFRONT CONDOMINIUM RESORT.
reservations 866.774.2924 web AstonLakelandVillage.com FAST FACTS Type of Property: Condominium resort. Address: 3535 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
96150 Fax: 530.541.6278 Number of Rooms: 260 rooms ranging from five-bedroom
townhomes to spacious studios Room Amenities: Fireplace and kitchen in all units, private
deck or balcony, satellite TV with HBO, daily maid service, direct-dial phones, coffee, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and CD/DVD player. Property Amenities: Deluxe continental breakfast during ski season, Wi-Fi, on-site ski and board shop, sauna, fitness room, heated outdoor pool and hot tubs, and free parking. Shuttle Service: Private shuttle, one mile to casinos, Heavenly® Mountain Resort, and around town. Other major ski resorts provide shuttle service picking up at the resort. Nestled on 19 scenic acres on the pristine south shores of Lake Tahoe, Aston Lakeland Village offers spacious accommodations ranging from five-bedroom townhomes to studios, deluxe continental breakfast during ski season, on-site ski and board shop, heated pools and complimentary shuttle service to nearby casinos, restaurants, shopping, and Heavenly Resort. With its breathtaking, inspirational setting and year round mountain and lake activities, Aston Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain Resort in South Lake Tahoe presents the perfect site for ski groups, family retreats, wedding receptions or reunions.
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Aston Lakeland Village Resort offers special lodging offers and packages at various times throughout the year. Please check our website at AstonLakelandVillage.com to find the most current specials.
Eldorado it’s what’s iNside
reservations 877.670.3673 web eldoradoreno.com/skivacation Fast Facts address: 345 N Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89501 Number of Rooms: 815 beautifully appointed rooms including
Reno’s best suites – non-smoking rooms available Room amenities: Suites: dining area, spacious living room with sleeper sofa, large closets, WiFi and in-room valuables safe. Hotel rooms: king bed or two double beds—in-room coffee maker, WiFi and valuables safe—complimentary wireless Internet. Property amenities: Nine restaurants, showroom, microbrewery, martini bar, wine bar, 24-hour room service, WiFi, boutiques, valet parking, ski shuttles, snow conditions hotline and discounted lift tickets. shuttle service: To and from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. To Alpine Meadows, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar California and Squaw Valley – Charges may apply. Rates & Packages
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When the last run of the day ends, the fun just begins at the Eldorado. Sleep?
That can wait until after your ski vacation! There’s too much to do with nine tempting restaurants, sensational nightlife, cool shows and hot casino action! Don’t miss the martini bar, microbrewery, Cin Cin wine bar and NoVi. Located just a short drive from world-class skiing and riding. Be a winner…stay at the Eldorado Resort Casino…Come See What’s Inside!
• You’re the boss! Create the ski vacation that’s perfect for you. • Starting from $69 per person. • Our website makes it easy to create your own ski vacation and receive an instant, no obligation quote.choice of four resorts*
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Granlibakken Tahoe InspIre ConneCtIons
reservations 800.543.3221 web Granlibakken.com Fast Facts type of Property Resort Hotel address 725 Granlibakken Rd. Tahoe City, CA 96145 Number of Rooms 200, from studios through five-bedroom
townhomes. amenities Granlibakken offers the perfect fit for your family
with a variety of lodging options. Each room comes with a hot breakfast, wifi, and parking. Located within walking distance of Tahoe City, and near many of Tahoe’s premier resorts, you and your family are sure to stay entertained while here. Boasting a winter recreation hill onsite, you can ski or sled right out your door at Granlibakken Tahoe. Additionally, Tahoe’s first Treetop Adventure Park, is open year-round and has courses that are fun for the whole family. Our heated pool, sauna, and hot tub as well as our tennis courts will keep your family entertained onsite. Rates & Packages
Nestled in a secluded 74 acre wooded valley within walking distance of Tahoe City, Granlibakken Tahoe is the perfect place to bring your family for a cozy getaway. Granlibakken offers a variety of accommodations, from cozy hotel bedrooms to spacious townhouses, perfect for groups of all sizes. Our hot buffet breakfast, complimentary to all guests, is served daily and is sure to prepare everyone for a day of Tahoe activities.
Call 800.543.3221, or visit Granlibakken.com for more information.
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel With eveRything tahoe to the Right, left, fRont and centeR.
reservations 800.988.9895 information 530.544.5400 web tahoeresorthotel.com Fast Facts type of Property Hotel Resort address: 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Number of Rooms 400 Suites Room amenities Comfortable two-room suites offer a bed-
room and living room, 2 TV’s, sofa bed, well-lit dining/work table, fully stocked bath, refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker, wireless Internet availability, room service, and more. Property amenities Free breakfast buffet every morning, Heated indoor pool, Whirlpool, Fitness center, Ski/snowboard shop, Complimentary 24/7 ski/board valet, Valet Parking (fee), Airport transportation (fee), Ski shuttle. shuttle service Walking distance to Heavenly’s high-speed Gondola. Ski Shuttles daily during operating months (weather dependent).
In the middle of Lake tahoe is the aptly named Lake tahoe Resort Hotel.
More impressive than its nine-story profile and 400 two-room suites is the location — just steps from the tables and showrooms, shops, restaurants, and a gondola that ascends the slopes of Heavenly. Plus, it’s moments from snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding, and ice -skating. Whichever adventure you choose, there’s a free buffet breakfast to get you on your way and a warm welcome awaiting your return. Stay and play in the middle of Lake Tahoe.
• Book your comfortable two-room suite (Best Rate). • Free breakfast buffet included. • Lift tickets from your choice of worldclass Lake Tahoe ski resorts. • Add additional amenities from a list of options. Call 877-497-8483 *Restrictions apply.
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Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort Tucked comforTably beTween lake Tahoe’s majesTic mounTain range
reservations 800.438.2929 web www.laketahoevacationresort.com Fast Facts type of Property Condo style full-service resort, featuring
spacious Studio, One and Two Bedroom units with kitchens, living and dining areas. Number of Rooms 364, accommodations for 2 - 6 guests Room amenities Home away from home conveniences of a partial or full kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, stove top burners and coffee maker among many other appliances, along with cable television, DVD player, and Internet. Property amenities Restaurant/Bar, BBQ, Picnic Area, Indoor/Outdoor Pool, Marina, Massage Services, Sauna, Fitness Center, Gift Shop, Concierge, Guest Laundry, Valet Parking shuttle service Heavenly Mountain Shuttle Service stop location. Rates & Packages: Visit america’s largest alpine lake and explore the sapphire-blue waters of Lake Tahoe
Please call 1.800.438.2929. Promotional code LTVA15 • 15% off Best Available Rate, two night stay minimum.
nestled between the majestic snow-packed peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Enjoy the well-appointed amenities of Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort from the indoor/outdoor pool, fitness center, and sauna to the adjacent Ski Run Marina and Heavenly® Mountain Resort’s base lodge. Located just a mile from the casino district, the resort is close to all area attractions.
Marriott Grand Residence Club® Lake Tahoe LUXURY ON THE SOUTH SHORE.
reservations and information 800.845.5279 web marriott.com Fast Facts type of Property: Luxury Mountain Condominiums address: 1001 Heavenly Village Way, South Lake Tahoe,
CA 96150 Number of Rooms: 199 Room amenities: Spacious studio, one-, two- and three-bed-
room residences, including a limited number of penthouses— king-sized bed in master suite—queen-sized bed in guestrooms—luxurious soaking tub and separate shower in master suite—separate living and dining room areas with TV, DVD player, and fully equipped kitchen and fireplace in most units. Property amenities: Bell and concierge service—underground valet parking—located adjacent to Heavenly® Mountain’s highspeed gondola—ski storage. Rates & Packages
Call for special ski season rates Marriott grand Residence club, Lake Tahoe is ideally located at the base of Heavenly® Mountain—just steps away from the gondola. Experience rustic elegance in a bold, stone-andtimber mountain retreat. Here, comfort reigns supreme and grandeur is softened with a friendly, casual style. Grand fireplaces welcome you inside the spacious lobby with gracious warmth. Meanwhile, you are surrounded by ski trails, shopping and dining in the village, plus casinos and entertainment.
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Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort relax. enjoy. cherish.
reservations 800.2.RELAX.U (800.273.5298) information 530.546.9500 web mlrtahoe.com Fast Facts type of Property Lakefront Boutique Motel address 6834 N. Lake Boulevard, Tahoe Vista, CA 96148 Room amenities Spacious Lake view suites, continually
Centrally located on the pristine north shore, this stunning lake-front boutique resort is on a treasured spot where the spectacular views of Lake Tahoe from the 32 well-appointed and spacious suites are just the beginning of what you will experience from its convenient lakeside location. Its unmatched setting is the perfect spot to do it all, or do nothing at all, on the edge of Lake Tahoe.
enhanced with new furnishings, linens and comforting guest services, full kitchen or wet bar, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces and jet tubs available in some rooms, property-wide wireless Internet, HD cable, signature bath amenities and more. Property amenities Sweeping, views of Lake Tahoe and the snowcapped Sierra Nevada, two outdoor year-round hot tubs, concierge service, continental breakfast, snow play area and fire pits (weather permitting). Snowshoe or cross-country ski on 18 acres of private trails that access the North Tahoe Regional Park. Less than 30 minutes away from Northstar California, Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Diamond Peak, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe and Homewood ski resorts. Rates & Packages
Spa, Ski and Family packages available with discounted lift tickets. For reservations, packages, or more information, call 800.2.RELAX.U or visit MLRtahoe.com.
The Ridge Tahoe Resort ski in/ski out skier express to heavenly®.
reservations 800.334.1600 web ridgetahoeresort.com Fast Facts type of Property Ski in/ski out resort with one- and two-bed-
room condos/deluxe hotel rooms address 400 Ridge Club Drive, South Lake Tahoe, NV 89449 Email reservations@ridge-resorts.com amenities Ski in/ski out Skier Express to Heavenly’s Stagecoach chairlift. On-site ski shop, discount lift tickets, health club, indoor tennis court, full-service spa, restaurants, movie theater, multiple hot tubs and indoor/outdoor pool. RatEs & PackagEs
the Ridge tahoe is a deluxe, full-amenity hotel/condominium resort perched atop a mountain
ridge on Heavenly® Mountain Resort’s Nevada slope. On-property Hilltrac Skier Express direct to Stagecoach lift. Complimentary shuttle to casinos. Condominiums have a kitchen and fireplace, with a king bed in the bedroom and a sofa sleeper in the living room. Hotel rooms have king bed, coffee maker, TV, and DVD player. Tons of amenities and fun for the entire family!
• The Ridge Tahoe offers ski in/ski out access to Heavenly’s Nevada side via the Stagecoach chairlift, with luxurious and comfortable condominiums featuring stunning Sierra views — room rates start at $99 nightly with a variety of affordable ski and spa packages. • For reservations or more information, call 800.334.1600, mention the word “Epic” when making your reservation to receive complimentary breakfast during your stay, or visit our website at www.ridgetahoeresort.com.
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Resort at Squaw Creek EXPERIENCE OUR BACKYARD
reservations and information 800.327.3353 web squawcreek.com FAST FACTS Type of Property AAA Four-Diamond Resort Address 400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146 Number of Rooms 405 luxury rooms/suites Property Amenities Located five miles from Lake Tahoe,
Resort at Squaw Creek is a AAA Four Diamond property offering guests year-round recreational opportunities including ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley; a private ice rink; Nordic center; three outdoor heated swimming pools; five restaurants highlighting regional ingredients; and the award-winning Spa at Squaw Creek. In summer, guests enjoy the 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course and fly-fishing tours. The resort is one of North America’s “Top 50 Ski Hotels” and is one of Condé Nast Traveler’s “Top 150 Resorts: Mainland.” Shuttle Service In-valley shuttle RATES & PACKAGES Resort at Squaw Creek by Destination Hotels is a AAA Four Diamond resort nestled in the
heart of the Sierra with ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley. The resort has embarked on a $7 million guest room renovation, drawing inspiration for the mountain-meets-modern design from natural surroundings found in Olympic Valley and the surrounding Sierra Nevada range. Whether you choose to explore Lake Tahoe, or relax in one of our comfortable gathering places to take in breathtaking views, Resort at Squaw Creek will provide an unforgettable Tahoe experience.
• As one of California’s premier mountain resorts, Resort at Squaw Creek’s luxurious accommodations feature stunning mountain views—room rates start at $229 nightly with ski, golf and family lodging packages available • For reservations, call 800.327.3353 or visit squawcreek.com
Squaw Valley Lodge Legendary Location—Ski-in/Ski-out at Squaw VaLLey.
reservations and information 855.222.8956 web thesquawvalleylodge.com FaSt FactS type of Property Ski-In/Ski-Out Luxury Hotel
Condominium Suites Resort address 201 Squaw Peak Road, P.O. Box 2364,
Olympic Valley, CA 96146 Room amenities Spacious condominium suites with mini or
full kitchen, plus roomy living area. Property amenities Legendary ski-in/ski-out location features 24-hour front desk service, covered parking, and wireless Internet service. A complete fitness center with indoor and outdoor spas, sauna, and steam room, plus on-site massage and concierge with ski check.
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Squaw Valley Lodge offers a true ski-in/ski-out location coupled with the finest of hotel amenities and services. Its legendary location is convenient to all of the area’s winter activities! Enjoy shopping, dining, and nightlife only steps away in Squaw Valley’s Village. Between your days on the slopes, relaxing in your condominium suite and a host of après-ski activities, you are guaranteed to leave with a lifetime of memories.
• The Squaw Valley Lodge offers a selection of lodging and ski packages throughout the winter season. • Rates start at just $166 per night* with additional promotions and discounts available throughout the season-check thesquawvalleylodge.com for promotional offers-call a vacation planner and join the Granite Chief Club to receive the best rates year-round. *Listed rate promotion Buy 2 Nights get 3rd Night FREE. Some restrictions apply. Tax and Resort Fees not included. Subject to change and availability.
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The Landing Resort & Spa FIVE STAR BOUTIQUE LAKESIDE RESORT
reservations 855.700.5263 web TheLandingTahoe.com FAST FACTS Type of Property Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa Address 4104 Lakeshore Blvd.,South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Number of Rooms 77 Room Amenities Gas fireplaces, balconies, deluxe pillow top
beds with 300 thread count linens and comforters, bathrooms with heated marble floors, heated toilet seats and waterfall showers, 55” LCD TVs with HD premium channels, in-room mini fridge and Keurig coffee service Property Amenities Wine list featuring 250 labels from around the world, restaurant and event space, full -service spa, outdoor pool and hot tub, sauna and steam room, lake-view patio with fire pits; rooftop deck with fireplace, complimentary valet parking and local transportation, fitness center, WiFi, bicycles in season, ski valet, ski storage and boot warmers, valet dry cleaning and 24 hour room service.
The Landing Resort & Spa offers the finest accommodations and highest levels of service with
luxurious amenities and a European design. A waterfront location in South Lake Tahoe, majority of the guestrooms afford spectacular lake views. Enjoy organic cuisine at Jimmy’s, our Greek/ American restaurant or experience a treatment at the Spa. The heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi compliment this newest resort and spa.
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• Children 17 & under stay free with adult • Visit TheLandingTahoe.com for the current rates and to reserve accommodations.
Vacation Resorts International TAHOE’S BEST KEPT SECRET
reservations and infomation 866.469.8222 web 8664myvacation.com FAST FACTS Type of Property Resorts Address Tahoe Seasons Resort - 3901 Saddle Road,
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. The Lodge at Lake Tahoe 3840 Pioneer Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Number of Rooms Tahoe Seasons Resort – 183 condominiums. The Lodge at Lake Tahoe – 45 condominiums. Property Amenities VCR, DVD, spa/whirlpool tub, kitchen, fireplace, living room/dining room, microwave, coffee maker, balcony, iron & board, hair dryer, and maid service. Amenities vary with property so please confirm with reservations agent. RATES & PACKAGES
Mention this ad and receive up to 25% off, based on availability, when staying 2 or more nights.
Lodge. All-suite resort; in-room spas. Year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tub. On-site breakfast restaurant. Seasonal full-service ski & snow board rental, along with local retail shops. The Lodge at Lake Tahoe: Ideally located in the center of South Lake Tahoe; efficiency, oneto-two bedroom condominiums provide you with ample space to vacation. After a day on the slopes, our partial and full kitchens make it easy to prepare a meal. Pool and spa on-site.
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Zephyr Cove Resort STePS fRom The ShoRe, mileS fRom oRdiNARy.
reservations 866.670.0429 information 530.543.6191 web zephyrcove.com
Historic Zephyr cove is located four miles from Heavenly® Mountain Resort and the casinos.
Zephyr Cove Resort features on-site lodging plus 28 cabins, nestled in a grove of pines on Lake Tahoe’s spectacular shoreline—a very short walk to the lake for nightly peaceful sunsets. Our larger cabins can accommodate family reunions, corporate retreats and winter getaways. The resort offers boat cruises, a mile long beach and boat/jet ski rentals in summer, and nearby snowmobile tours are offered in winter.
Fast Facts Type of Property Destination Resort Address 760 Highway 50, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 Located 50 miles from Reno-Tahoe International Airport, and four miles east of the casinos and Heavenly® Mountain Resort. Number of Rooms 28 cabins, five lodge rooms, and 93 RV sites Room Amenities Our historic cabins have been carefully renovated to retain their original charm and integrate modern conveniences such as cable TV with HBO, telephone, Wi-Fi, coffee maker, fully equipped kitchen, private modern bathroom, and linen service. Property Amenities Full-service restaurant, gift/retail shop, snowmobile center, RV park, and lake cruises—The Cabins at Zephyr Cove range in size from studios and cottages to two-story chalets that sleep up to ten, many with lake views—Historic Zephyr Cove Lodge offers four comfortable guestrooms accommodating two to six people. Shuttle Service Zephyr Cove offers pick-up and drop-off from most major lodging properties for snowmobiling and Lake Tahoe Cruises. RATeS & PAckAgeS The Cabins at Zephyr Cove offers special lodging packages throughout the season.
Inn by the Lake Tahoe’s UniqUe resorT.
reservations 800.877.1466 information 530.542.0330 web innbythelake.com Fast Facts type of Property Unique Resort address 3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd.,
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 amenities Mini refrigerator, micro-
wave, cable TV, private balcony, flat-screen HDTVs, fitness room, outdoor bi-level spa tub, free parking, Bear Beach Café, Tahoe Bowl, Lane 17 Sports Bar, 11th Frame Diner, free wireless Internet, fully equipped Event Center. Call for special rates and ski packages.
REST ‘EM WITH A COMSTOCK LIFT TICKET.
Take a break from the slopes and give your ski legs a rest. For just $10 purchase a Comstock Lift Ticket which includes a Trolley Ride and the Ponderosa Mine Tour. You’ll also receive 20% OFF your bill at participating Virginia City and Gold Hill hotels, motels, restaurants and merchants. Get details online at VisitVirginiaCityNV.com
In addition to spectacular views, our accommodations have the special
touches that make for a memorable visit. Every room has its own private balcony, wireless Internet access, and conveniences including mini refrigerator, microwave, iron/ironing board, and coffee maker. No matter what size, from cozy queens, spacious lakeview king great rooms, to deluxe spa suites with fully equipped kitchen, there’s a perfect space to suit your needs. Located just 1.5 miles from Heavenly® California Base Lodge, and two miles from the Heavenly® Village and Stateline casinos.
Offer good December 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016. Some restrictions and exclusions may apply.
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Getting Around With so much to see, ski and do, better stay another day! The great naturalist John Muir wrote, “Tahoe is surely not one but many.” Exploring the many Tahoes is a delight for visitors to this area, whether by shuttle, private vehicle or rental car. After all, you’ll find some of the most scenic roads on earth in Lake Tahoe. No matter what means of transport you choose, you won’t need to travel far to experience an exciting variety of sights, sounds and slopes. South Lake Tahoe and North Lake Tahoe are both “complete” destinations, with multiple ski resorts and a full range of lodging, dining and entertainment. Yet each community is unique in its own way—one of the Reno-Tahoe region’s signature charms— from historic mountain resort towns to full-service ski villages. Lake Tahoe can be reached by car via two U.S. interstate highways. On the north side, Interstate 80 heads west from Reno or east from Sacramento, connecting with two roads in Truckee that lead to Lake Tahoe: California Routes 89 and 267. To the south, Interstate 50 leads into Tahoe from Sacramento to the west and Carson City to the east. Skiers and riders who opt for accommodation in Reno have less than an hour drive to multiple ski resorts. Those staying in the
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mountains often have the choice of two or more ski resorts within minutes of their lodging. Ski resort shuttles pick up and drop off from major lodging properties and central locations around Tahoe’s mountain towns. Longer shuttles are available for skiers or riders wanting to sample resorts on the opposite side of the lake. All major car rental companies are represented at Reno-Tahoe International Airport, with three routes leading to ski country. Rental vehicles are also available at two general aviation airports. Truckee Tahoe Airport services private plane and charter flights headed for North Tahoe while Lake Tahoe Airport is within the city limits of South Lake Tahoe. To take in all the scenic sides of “The Lake of the Sky,” plan on about a two-hour drive around Lake Tahoe’s 72-mile circumference. The route is open throughout winter, experiencing only temporary closures around Emerald Bay after large snowstorms. While Tahoe’s main transportation routes are kept clear of snow in all but the worst weather, those renting a car might still consider a four-wheel drive option or make sure that tire chains are provided with their vehicle.
Sizzle Your Visit Reno-Tahoe hops all winter with headliner shows, fun events and après-ski action.
There’s always something special going on here! Want to catch a star on the big stage? Headliners play the major casino showrooms throughout the winter. Want to carry the exciting vibe of the slopes into the evening? You’ll find the best après-ski action in the snow world in Lake Tahoe. Heavenly’s Unbuckle Après Party at Tamarack Lodge was rated the number one après-ski party in North America by Forbes magazine, and the resort rocks weekend afternoons with music and dancing. Numerous ski runs empty into the watering holes, restaurants and patios of Village at Squaw Valley as the lifts close. When it’s time to celebrate the day’s adventures, The Village at Northstar, Kirkwood Village, Sierra-at-Tahoe and Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe have both outdoor seating and cozy indoor spots to kick back, relax and start your evening.
Special Events 26-31 Nevada Chamber Music Festival, presented by the Reno Chamber Orchestra, Reno, NV
MARCH 4-13 SnowFest, winter carnival, North Lake Tahoe and Truckee, CA
4-12 Winter Ignite, concerts and events, Heavenly Resort, CA/NV
29 SnowGlobe Music Festival, Lake Tahoe Community College, South Lake Tahoe, CA
5 Uphill/Downhill Dash, Diamond Peak, NV
5-31 Christmas on the Comstock, Virginia City, NV
31 New Year’s Spectacular, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, NV
9 Santa Ski Crawl, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, NV
JANUARY 8-15 Tahoe South Restaurant Week, South Lake Tahoe, CA, and Stateline, NV
DECEMBER 2-7 Festival of Trees and Lights at MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, Stateline, NV
19-31 Heavenly Holidays, Heavenly Village, South Lake Tahoe, CA
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20-1/3 Holiday Celebrations, The Village at Northstar, CA 20-1/3 Holidays at Squaw, The Village at Squaw Valley, CA
22-24 Ullr Fest, Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV FEBRUARY 18-21 Kid O Rama, events and competitions, Squaw Valley, CA
5-6 Silver Belt Rahlves Banzai Tour Finals, Sugar Bowl, Norden, CA 6 The Great Ski Race, cross-country and snowshoe, Tahoe City to Truckee, CA
Cross-Country, Norden, CA 24-27 IFSA Freeride Nationals, Squaw Valley, CA APRIL 1-3 Winter Wondergrass, Squaw Valley, CA 2 16th Annual Dummy Downhill, Diamond Peak, Incline Village, NV 9 Pond Skim, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, NV
10 Tahoe Junior Freeride Series, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, NV
16 26th Annual Cushing Crossing, pond skim, Squaw Valley, CA
10-13 FIS World Cup Skicross and Boardercross, Squaw Valley, CA
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19-20 Gold Rush and Marathon Cross-Country Nationals, Royal Gorge
websites for a complete list of daily activities. All dates subject to change.
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Visit www.renoairport.com for an online searchable flight tool.
Fly. Land. Rejoice. Hop on a plane at your nearest airport, buckle up, and start thinking snow-covered thoughts. You’ll soon be touching down at the gateway to the Sierra, and everything you left behind will fade into oblivion. You’re on your way to Lake Tahoe, and life, as you know it, is about to change. Reno-Tahoe International Airport offers flights to and from nearly every major city in the U.S. Serviced by nine airlines and offering more than 120 flights every day, it is the absolute definition of convenience.
North Shore: The North Lake Tahoe Express, which runs nearly 24/7, provides service between the airport and North Shore. Perperson fees are $49 one way and $98 round trip, with discounts available for two or more.
Prepare to hit the ground running as soon as you land because you’re just five minutes from downtown Reno and about 40 minutes from world-class skiing and boarding. We know you want to get moving fast, so we’ve got rental cars, taxis, limos, buses, and ski resort shuttles lined up to whisk you to your destination.
South Shore: South Tahoe Express provides shuttle service between the airport and South Shore, with eight daily departures. Per-person fees are $29.75 one way and $53 round trip.
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