Small crossover sport utility vehicles can be the choice for just about anyone because of their versatility, driving acumen, performance, gas mileage, and pleasing exterior appearance. These days there are many people on the roadways in compact SUVs: moms, senior citizens, teenage drivers, and dads who want to downsize. Labeling the Ford Escape as an […]
Homewood ski resort extends season to April 16
Blessed with more than 540 inches of snow, the decision to extend the season was not one Homewood Mountain Resort needed to ponder for too long. The family-friendly resort has moved its season-ending date back to Sunday, April 16. With an historic winter season underway, Homewood Mountain pushed back its closing date by one week. The […]
Truckee-Tahoe Pet Lodge: Award-winning place to board pets during Tahoe visits
Late March and early April are often great times of year to visit Lake Tahoe. Spring skiing is one lure and another is the agreeable weather that can be conducive for a number of activities, like hiking, biking, snowshoeing and more. With the outrageous snow totals this year, many Lake Tahoe ski resorts are extending […]
Snow returns to Lake Tahoe ski resorts
After a day of calm weather, winter has returned to Lake Tahoe ski resorts Friday. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno says a winter storm moved into the area and could dump as much as 18 inches of snow above elevations of 7,000 feet. This comes on the heels of storms earlier in the […]
Up to foot of new snow at Lake Tahoe ski resorts
Spring conditions have been replaced by snowy weather this week at Lake Tahoe ski resorts, where up to a foot of snow has accumulated. Many Lake Tahoe ski resorts received nearly a foot of snow in a 48-hour period that started Monday. Another foot of snow at upper elevation is possible Friday through Sunday. Kirkwood Mountain had the […]
2017 Mazda3 ranks high among compact cars
A single test drive in the Mazda3 might convince folks who say they don’t care for compact vehicles to reconsider. This is a good automobile for a variety of reasons, most notably its blend of performance and efficiency. Of course, we left out one other significant positive trait – appearance. Regardless of the model – […]
Snowmobile tips for beginners
By Christa Thompson The Fairytale Traveler Snowmobiling is a wonderful winter activity that can be enjoyed by family members of all ages. A typical two-hour guided tour is a good way to begin snowmobiling. The trips usually involve a mild, scenic ride through some amazing scenery. My family went snowmobiling last winter in Finland. However, my […]
Lake Tahoe ski resorts getting more snow this week
Tired of the warm weather and hoping for a return to winter? The wish will come true this week with Lake Tahoe ski resorts once again getting hit with some heavy storms that will After more than a week of spring-like weather, snow, rain and lower temperatures are expected to return this week to the […]
Homewood Mountain selling 2017-18 season passes
The season is winding down for Homewood Mountain, but the ski resort is already taking steps to offer skiing and snowboarding for next year. Homewood Mountain is kicking off its 2017-18 season pass sales with a limited quantity of adult full season passes starting at $299 while supplies last. Homewood’s “Ultimate Pass” is valid all season long with […]
Diamond Peak ski resort extends season to April 23
The 2016-17 ski season for Diamond Peak ski resort has been extended – thanks to Mother Nature. The family-friendly Lake Tahoe ski resort points to a massive snowpack and the prospect of terrific spring skiing and snowboarding. Diamond Peak announced an extension of the season to Sunday, April 23. To date, Diamond Peak has received […]