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Archive for the ‘Lodging’ Category
Friday, December 30th, 2011
Well 2011… it’s been great, but 2012 is sure looking tempting.
Check out 12 ways you can party it up this weekend in North Lake Tahoe, of course in no particular order. They are all fabulous.
1. Cal Neva’s Black and White Ball
9:00 pm
There will be three rooms of sound and spectacle for Saturday’s New Year’s Eve revelers at the fifth annual Black and White Super Ball in the Cal Neva Resort at Crystal Bay.
Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. Music begins at 9 p.m. and ends on New Year’s Day morning. 21+
2. Northstar California’s “Fire & Ice” Spectacular
1pm – 9pm
Celebrate all that was in 2011, while ringing in all that will be in 2012 at The Village At Northstar this New Year’s Eve. From 1-9pm, The Village at Northstar will be alive with DJs, ice-skating, food & drink specials, a 2-hour live performance by “Led Zeppelin 2″, and much more. And then… The Big Show: Fireworks Spectacular at 9pm! A great night out for family and friends.
3. Squaw Valley’s Fireworks Extravaganza
9:30pm
Ring in the New Year at Squaw Valley with a New Year’s Eve Fireworks Extravaganza. The show starts at 9:30pm and is viewable from the Base Area. Grab a hot cocoa and find a seat as you take in the New Year with an amazing firework display at the bottom of the mountain. The show is plenty early accommodate the families that will be ringing in the New Year at High Camp to give them time to get down and celebrate in the base area.
4. Squaw Valley’s Party at the Olympic House
9pm to 1:30am
Those looking to bring in the New Year with style can head to the huge party in the Olympic House. Check out the biggest party on the North Shore and party like it’s 2012. Rock out to the 8 piece funk band Mojo Green in the Plaza Bar before heading over to check out DJ Zeb Early in Bar One.
Entry is $10 at the door (cash only) and guests must be 21 & older with a valid ID. Doors open at 9pm. Drink service until 1:30am.
5. Jackie Gree with Jabe Beyer + After Party with The Whitney Myer Band at the Crystal Bay Club Casino
9pm
Jackie Greene began performing at the age of 20. He has performing and making records for nearly a decade. He lives in Northern California and is gracing North Lake Tahoe with his musical talent this New Year’s Eve at Crystal Bay Club: the Red Room at the Crystal Bay Club. Tickets cost $20 in advance, $23 day of show.
6. Celebration at The Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe’s Manzanita
8:30 PM to 1:30 AM
Ring in the New Year on this magical night with a four-course prix fixe tasting menu with a champagne toast, music, dancing, and party favors.
Call for pricing and reservations. (530) 562-3000
7. Pre-New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party at Alpine Meadows
2pm-5pm
Plan your new beginning at the Alpine Bar this New Year’s Eve! The Pre-New Year’s Eve Cocktail party is the perfect way to jump-start the countdown to midnight. Featuring festive cocktails, delicious appetizers and live music by Peter Joseph Burtt, skiers and riders can celebrate a resolution, bid 2011 farewell, and ring in 2012.
8. New Year’s Eve Bash at Hyatt Lake Tahoe
9:00pm
Ring in the New Year with a top 40 DJ, drinks, and dancing all night long in Cutthroat’s Saloon.
Call 775-832-1234 for more details.
9. Live Music at Tahoe Biltmore Casino, Crystal Bay, NV
10:00 am – 1:00 am
Live on the Tahoe Biltmore, “The Robeys,” Dane Rinehart and Paul Covarelli Trio are offering a variety music – a mixture of everyone’s favorite classic rock, oldies, top 40, blues, jazz, reggae and country songs, from the 1930′s to the present.
10. New Year’s Eve Celebration at Jake’s, Tahoe City
5:30pm
Come early with family for an Ala Carte Menu (also served in Bar), or come later for a 3-course Prix Fixe menu, and ring in the New Year with party hats, a champagne toast, & dancing. Guaranteed reservations required. For more information and reservations please call (530) 583-0188.
11. Lone Eagle Grille New Year Celebration with DJ at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, NV
5:30-12:30am
Have a classy blast listening to the DJ in the lounge then Dine on the regular dinner menu from 5:30-7:00pm or opt to enjoy a 5-course meal from 8:00-10:30. Either way you choose, this New Year is going to be fashionably stylish and a lot of fun in the Lone Eagle Grille.
Call 775-886-6899 for more details and reservations.
12. CHILLLLLL
Kick your shoes off, make yourself a hot toddy and chill at home by the fireplace to prep yourself for an epic 2012. Hit the slopes the next day, and the next day and the next day…
Tags: Alpine Meadows, entertainment, Events, Lake Tahoe, Northstar, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort, Party, Squaw Valley USA, tahoe, Tahoe City, truckee, village at northstar, Village at Squaw
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Thursday, September 29th, 2011
Dogs love Lake Tahoe. After all, there’s plenty of hiking and swimming to enjoy. And for the more adventurous canine rafting and boating are options as well.
 Lake Tahoe loves dogs too. If you stop into the Incline Village Visitors Center or even the Tahoe City Post Office chances are your pooch will be welcomed with a treat.
So how to go about planning a trip to Tahoe with your dog? First find some lodging that offers sleeping quarters for two- and four-legged guests. You can search GoTahoeNorth.com’s accommodations listings by “Pets” to generate a list of canine-cuddly locations.
Here are a few of the doggie favorites in the North Lake Tahoe region:
1. Tahoe Moon Properties, Tahoe City: More than 50 dog-friendly rentals from small cozy cabins to ski-in condos. Properties are equipped with dog baskets that include dog tags with rental home information, dog towels, sheets for covering beds and furniture, a sticky roller for hair removal, dog biscuits and a poop scoop and bags. Tahoe Moon charges a fee of $40/dog that covers additional cleaning.
 2. Holiday House, Tahoe Vista: Six-lakefront suites providing panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. The owner “welcomes pets to enjoy our piece of Heaven” and the property is centrally located to all things Tahoe, including beaches and restaurants. Don’t be surprised to see a German shepherd, named Sierra, out on the water on a stand up paddleboard with the property’s owner. There is a $30 flat fee for dogs for up to three days, and $10/night for extended stays.
3. Tahoma Meadows B&B Cottages, West Shore in Tahoma: Winner of the Golden Bone Award for exceptional service from DogFriendly.com. Guests stay in charming red cottages, reminiscent of Lake Tahoe 50 years ago, but with all the amenities that guests expect today. The owners at Tahoma Meadows will also post your dog pictures from Tahoe on their website. A good resource is their Pet Information webpage, titled “Adventures with Your Dog at Tahoe,” which includes places – from beaches to hiking and cross country skiing – to enjoy with your pet. Fees are $20/night per dog.
4. Tahoma Lodge, West Shore in Tahoma: A historic, family-owned property with one and two-bedroom cabins geared for families. Nearby Sugar Pine Point State Park, which offers spectacular views of Lake Tahoe and is home to the notable Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, is perfect for morning jaunts as dogs on leash are invited on the paved trails. Dogs are $10/night.
 5. PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn, Olympic Valley: Pampers pets with comfy beds, doggie treats, bowls for food and water, a customized PlumpJack guest ID tag, as well as dog-friendly rooms located on the first floor for easy in and out. A $150 fee per room is assessed when you bring your four-legged friend. Nearby Shirley Canyon is a must-hike for dog owners, especially with its many waterfalls that encourage Fido to get wet. And, don’t miss one of the newest additions to the Village at Squaw Valley – Squaw Dogs is a shop featuring food, supplements, life vests, toys, leashes and harnesses that will keep your dog healthy and active for all your adventures.
6. Mother Nature’s Inn, Tahoe City: Decorated with wildlife, nature-themed décor and renovated in 2004 to maintain its classic Tahoe charm, offers dog-friendly rooms that are also budget friendly. The property is centrally located, and guests are literally able to walk everywhere, including to coffee shops, chic clothing boutiques, and restaurants.
7. Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, mid-mountain at Northstar-At-Tahoe Resort: The five-star luxurious resort also welcomes pets to enjoy the ambience that includes rooms with in-room fireplaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, private walkout balconies and views of Martis Valley. Pet fees are $125 (non-refundable).
8. Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino, Incline Village: This AAA Four-Diamond resort welcomes you and your pooch, but they must be 25 pounds or lighter. Pets to this stunning locale are charged $50/night.
9. The Rustic Cottages, Tahoe Vista: Nestled on two acres of pine trees these old Tahoe-style cottages include many that are dog-friendly. The historic property was originally the sawmill and labor camp of the Brockway Lumber Company and was converted to vacation cottages in 1925. Pets are $20/night.
10. Cedar House Sport Hotel, Truckee: Baxter Baird, the owner’s adorable border collie, just may be your first greeter and you may recognize him from the hotel’s advertisements. The property offers rooms that are an eclectic mix of contemporary design and functionality with an organic edge geared for relaxed comfort. Dogs are welcomed with special treats, dog beds, and bowls. The dog-loving staff is also a great resource in providing guests with preferred dog venues throughout the area.
What else can dogs enjoy at Tahoe? Check out all things dog here.
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Tuesday, May 18th, 2010
 Two-time Olympic freestyle medalist Shannon Bahrke will be the special guest of honor at the inaugural Tails in Tahoe weekend June 5-6. The two-day event will include a host of pet-related activities aimed at raising awareness about animal well-being and funds for the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. Events will be held in Tahoe City and the River Ranch Lodge.
Bahrke, a native of Tahoe City who most recently won a bronze medal at the Vancouver Olympics, is an avid animal lover and will be honored with a homecoming celebration by the North Tahoe/Truckee community.
The weekend kicks off on Saturday June 5 with the K-9 Encounters Pet Expo at the Boatworks Mall Green in Tahoe City. Activities will include Humane Society pet adoptions, a dog wash, a Kids Pet Art Show, the North Tahoe Frisbee Fetch Championships, an agility demonstration by the Ready 2 Run Agility Club, an “Ask a Trainer” session by Ace K-9 Academy, the Strut Your Stuff with Your Mutt Fashion Show and the Hometown Hero presentation to Shannon Bahrke. Live music and an outdoor BBQ will complement the afternoon activities, which run from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
On Sunday June 6, the River Ranch Lodge hosts the Seventh Annual Truckee Duckee Derbee and the Dogz in Dudz Contest on its outdoor deck. The rubber duck races are called the “most unpredictable two minutes in Tahoe,” as the rubber duckies must negotiate the fickle currents and eddies of the Truckee River. Cost to sponsor a duck is $10 and the top five ducks are awarded a portion of the overall pot.
The Dogz in Dudz Contest precedes the Derbee and prizes will be awarded to the most stylish and creative canines. There is no cost to enter the contest. All canine companions are encouraged to wear their favorite K-9 T-shirts (think Black Dog, Big Dog, Naughty Dawg). A special prize will be awarded to the crowd favorite.
Live music, a huge raffle and an outdoor BBQ add to the festivities and Shannon Bahrke, who has two canine companions, will serve as the head judge for Dogz in Dudz Contest.
The Truckee Duckee Derbee pre-race party starts at 2 p.m. with live music and registration for Dogz in Dudz. The costume contest will start at 3 p.m. followed by the Truckee Duckee Derbee at 4 p.m.
The Tails in Tahoe and Shannon Bahrke Homecoming weekend is generously supported by the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association, the Kiwanis of North Lake Tahoe, Plumas Bank, Squaw Valley USA, Squaw Valley Freestyle Ski Team, Tahoe City PUD, Charter Communications, Suddenlink, Inside Tahoe Truckee TV, Squaw Valley Times, Tahoe Dave’s, Tahoe Staff, West Shore Sports and Giant Bicycles.
For more information and pet-friendly accommodations log on to our website or call 530.581.0181
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Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
 Diamond Peak Ski Resort is offering a new travel option for skiers and snowboarders in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through a partnership with Reno Tahoe Ski Vacations online, skiers and snowboarders can build and book their own customized ski packages that include lift tickets, lodging and luxury motor coach transportation. Departures will be from several locations throughout the Bay Area. Reno Tahoe Ski Vacations online has also announced the launch of 3-day/2-night all inclusive ski packages with weekly departures. The all inclusive packages include lift tickets to Diamond Peak Ski Resort, your choice of lodging in the Reno/Tahoe area and transportation to and from the Bay Area, the lodging property and the ski resort.
Diamond Peak 3-day/2-night ski vacation packages start as low as $450 per person, $640 for a couple and $940 for a family of four. You can book online to make reservations or to customize your all inclusive ski and stay package at Diamond Peak Ski Resort.
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Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
 El Nino has delivered in North Lake Tahoe, with more than 17 feet of snow falling in the region this winter. According to tourism officials, that’s already about half of the total snowfall of a typical winter season in just under two months with plenty more cold weather left to come.The storms in Lake Tahoe continue, with 2.5 feet of new snow falling this week at the ski resorts’ upper elevations, adding to a well-established, solid base. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) a federal agency that focuses on weather conditions, significant snow will continue to fall in the area through Friday with a slight chance of snow on Saturday and Sunday. After the letup over the weekend, NOAA is predicting more snow next week.
North Lake Tahoe has many special events that take place both on and off the slopes. Northstar-at-Tahoe’s top certified female instructors are hosting the Women’s Ski and Snowboard Camp this weekend, Friday, January 22 through Sunday, January 24. The camp includes instruction, demo equipment, lunch, video analysis, yoga classes, drinks and appetizers, and daily breakfast.
On Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is hosting the Coldstream Terrain Park Competition Sunday, January 24 for youths ages 13-17. The contest begins at 1:30 p.m. and is dedicated to fun, while also promoting and educating kids and their parents about park etiquette. Join the discussion about living with wildlife in Tahoe Thursday, January 28 when the Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, located on the Sierra Nevada Campus in Incline Village, hosts the screening of “Bears of Sequoia” and “American Coyote – Still Wild at Heart.” The films, 6-9 p.m., will be followed by a panel discussion with wildlife experts, who work in the Tahoe region.
Stick to your New Year’s resolutions by taking part in the Lake Tahoe Wellness Weekend, scheduled for January 29-31 at the Hyatt Regency in Incline Village. The weekend includes welcome reception, daily in-room wellness breakfast, two yoga classes, skincare analysis, “Strategies for Healthy Living” seminar, wellness bag of goodies and 50% discount on a special spa treatment.
For current ski resort conditions, click to the North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureaus’ website. While you’re there, hit Cool Deals, which is updated daily, for savings on North Lake Tahoe lodging, skiing, activities and special events.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2010
A fast moving system dropped 1.5 feet of new snow at the ski resorts’ upper elevations in the last 48 hours. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is calling for sunny, clear skies Thursday and Friday, with a chance of snow today and Saturday.
There are many events in North Lake Tahoe both on and off the slopes. Lake Tahoe’s Olympic Heritage Celebration continues through Sunday, January 17, with a bevy of special events planned to commemorate the region’s 50th anniversary of hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics. Scheduled for this weekend are Citizens Against the Clock Biathlon, Olympic Legends GS Challenge, Closing Celebration and Legends Gala. Check online for the complete event schedule. Intermediate and advanced freestyle skiers and boarders can showcase their most awesome tricks in a jam-style format at the Burton Jiblet Stop at Diamond Peak Saturday, January 16 to win cash and other prizes in the open division.
Enjoy the snow-filled backcountry on a Winter Camping Excursion with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association the weekend of January 16-17. Led by two experienced guides, this one-night trip emphasizes safety and comfort, while teaching you about winter travel methods and hazards. The overnight is open to those 21 years and older and limited to 12 participants. Cost is a donation. Join Northstar-at-Tahoe every Tuesday for Turtleneck Tuesday now through the end of March on the Village ice rink. Tunes will be cranking from 5-8 p.m. with complimentary rink access and rentals available for $5.
 Stick to your New Year’s resolutions by taking part in the Lake Tahoe Wellness Weekend, scheduled for January 29-31 at the Hyatt Regency in Incline Village. The weekend includes welcome reception, daily in-room wellness breakfast, two yoga classes, skincare analysis, “Strategies for Healthy Living” seminar, wellness bag of goodies and 50% off discount on a special spa treatment.
For current ski resort conditions, go to the North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureaus’ website. While you’re there, hit Cool Deals, which is updated daily, for savings on North Lake Tahoe lodging, skiing, activities and special events.
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Monday, December 14th, 2009
A powerful storm rolled into the Lake Tahoe region last Friday and didn’t quit until it had dumped five and a half feet of new snow at the ski resorts’ upper elevations with a combined eight feet of snow falling in the last seven days.
The last two storms combined have created some of the best early winter conditions Lake Tahoe has seen and just in time for the holidays.
 Bluebird skies and all that powder are making for phenomenal ski conditions, with most resorts open including Alpine Meadows, Boreal Mountain, Donner Ski Ranch, Mt. Rose – Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at- Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA and Sugar Bowl.
Opening December 17 is Diamond Peak, with Granlibakken Resort, Ski Homewood and Tahoe Donner opening December 18. Soda Springs opens their doors December 19.
Find lodging, check for current events and to plan your trip with Cool Deals offering up-to-the-minute specials and ski deals.
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
 There’s only two days left to save big on your Lake Tahoe ski vacation, when traveling November 4 to February 10, 2010.
The Southwest Airlines Vacations Ski Destinations Special has every second person flying free into the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, a 45-minute drive from North Lake Tahoe and the largest concentration of ski resorts in the U.S., as well as staying and skiing free when you book a special ski lodging package.
Even your skis fly free for first and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply. Blackout dates are November 24 to December 1 and December 17 to January 3, 2010. Deadline to book is Thursday, November 26 before 6 p.m. Central Time.
Pack your bags and prepare for an epic ski getaway to North Lake Tahoe.
Visit online for more Cool Deals.
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Monday, August 10th, 2009
With the grand peaks and serene forests embracing blissful blue waters, it’s clear that North Lake Tahoe completes the scene for love stories big and small. Lovers can fulfill their storybook escapes at intimate inns, grand resorts and chic lodges, all as unique and individual as love itself.
The Shore House at Lake Tahoe in Tahoe Vista is the epitome of a romantic inn. Ask any North Lake Tahoe local for a good romantic inn and the Shore House is sure to come to mind. Guests are treated to a gourmet breakfast and lakeside wine and appetizers in the evening. On-site massages are also available. Each of the nine guestrooms is encompassed with knotty pine walls and adorned with custom-built log furniture with private outdoor entrances and gas log fireplaces. The inn’s grounds, with lakeside hot tub and river rock fireplace, are just as inviting. The location is ideal for small weddings, with owners Marty and Barb Cohen personally performing more than 750 weddings at the Shore House.
 The sleek design of Truckee’s Cedar House Sport Hotel gives lovers the opportunity to experience the sophisticated side of mountain romance. The European-style hotel fuses innovative architecture with contemporary design while promoting green living and sustainable development. Rooms have an open, modern feel with a merlot and camel color scheme, emphasizing functionality and an organic edge geared toward comfort. The property also features a full bar and outdoor spa. Couples can bond over food with the hotel’s hands-on Stella Cooking Club. Evenings at Stella, multi-course meals paired with wine and accompanied by chef commentary and demonstrations, are also scheduled throughout the summer.
With expansive views of Squaw Valley’s towering peaks and peaceful meadow, the Resort at Squaw Creek’s fireplace suites are set to host the perfect rendezvous. Guests can spoil each other at the full- service, on-site spa then linger over a romantic dinner at Six Peaks Grille. The Resort’s signature Romance in the Sierra Package includes accommodations for two in a fireplace suite, room service breakfast for two, dinner at Six Peaks Grille and a “sparkles and sweets” champagne amenity.
With a private beach, lakeside fire pits, grand casino, upscale dining at the Lone Eagle Grille and luxurious Stillwater Spa, couples can indulge completely at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino in Incline Village. Amour Packages are available and include full breakfast, champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries and late check out. Spa specials include a Couples Fireside Romance (footbath rituals, calm mind treatments, warming tea service, mulled spice herbal body wraps and extended Stillwater massages in a fireplace suite) and Couples Stillwater Romance (side-by-side massages and candlelit aroma-bath).
For a more intimate lakeside tryst, there’s the West Shore Inn.
Boasting a sophisticated atmosphere, the suites feature fireplaces and private balconies offering sweeping views of Blackwood Ridge, Sugar Pine Point and Mount Watson. Continental breakfast is included and the exquisite menu from the adjacent West Shore Café is conveniently available for in-room dining. Lovers opting to leave their room can enjoy their meals in the café’s craftsman-style dining room or on a pier overlooking the lake.
Romance also exudes from the Chaney House, a historic lakefront stone home exemplifying Old Tahoe with a private beach on the West Shore.
The Cottage Inn of Lake Tahoe at Sunnyside features fireplaces in every room, private entrances, sauna, a private beach and is steps away from Tahoe City’s shops and restaurants. The Shooting Star Bed and Breakfast in Carnelian Bay prides itself on comfortable luxury and casual elegance and pampers guests with homemade fare from original recipes.
For a complete list of lodging options in North Lake Tahoe, from large scale properties to romantic inns and budget-friendly accommodations, visit online.
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Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
You’re either doing it or you’re not, but if you are now’s the time to be rewarded. North Lake Tahoe is hosting a Twitter only contest. Describe in 140 characters or less your story about Lake Tahoe and you could win a trip for two including two nights lodging at Squaw Valley Lodge, nestled slopeside to Squaw Valley USA, and tickets to the 2009 Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival featuring “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Measure for Measure” and held at Sand Harbor State Park in a spectacular outdoor venue.
To enter you must have a Twitter account. Signing up is free and easy – just click on “Get Started-Join.” After you have your account and profile set up, became a friend of North Lake Tahoe. Then tell us about your memorable experience and you may just find yourself returning for a visit this summer. Submit your entry via an “@” reply or “D” us your story. Entries are due no later than July 15 at 11:59 p.m. PST and will be reviewed by a panel of three tourism judges. Winner will be notified via Twitter no later than July 20 at 5 p.m. PST. See complete contest rules.
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