It’s not easy being Nissan and trying to make inroads in the truck world. The three most popular – and many would argue the best – are Chevrolet, Ford and Ram. Despite not being as heralded, the folks at Nissan keep trying. That effort may begin reaping some rewards thanks to the 2016 Nissan Titan […]
More terrain open at Heavenly ski resort
Although the wet weather is producing more rain than snow in the Lake Tahoe region, Heavenly Mountain ski resort is adding to its available terrain today, increasing to 128 acres for skiing and snowboarding. This morning Heavenly ski resort in South Lake Tahoe began operating Stagecoach Chair and the base area. Stagecoach provides immediate access […]
Diamond Peak opens Dec. 15 for 50th anniversary
Waiting on the sidelines probably hasn’t been easy this ski season for Diamond Peak Ski Resort. The popular family-friendly resort in Incline Village has been anxious to kick off its 50th anniversary season, which will take place Thursday, Dec. 15. Diamond Peak says it plans to offer top-to-bottom skiing and snowboarding (weather permitting) for its […]
2017 Fiat Spider convertible makes triumphant return
Thanks to a big assist from Mazda, the Fiat 124 Spider convertible is back and hoping to recapture some of its past glory. If you’re a historical fan of the Spider, you probably recall that back in the 1960s the Italian auto manufacturer unveiled the 124 Spider roadster and it became a very popular choice […]
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area opens
It’s all systems go at Tahoe Donner, which opened its Downhill Ski Area today (Dec. 9) for the 2016-2017 season. Tahoe Donner’s three additional winter venues –Cross Country Ski Area, Snowplay, and Winter Golf Academy at Tahoe Donner Golf Course – had previously opened. Homewood Mountain ski resort in North Lake Tahoe also opened today. Tahoe […]
2017 Volvo XC90 sophisticated, elegant
It was a unanimous decision, one we totally agreed upon, which is not the norm in this family of three. With no hesitation, the beautifully-designed 2017 Volvo XC90 received the thumbs up. That shouldn’t come as a surprise. During a week of test-driving the XC90, the praise from total strangers was hefty and came from […]
Kirkwood Mountain now offering top-to-bottom access
Another Lake Tahoe ski resort – Kirkwood Mountain – is offering top-to-bottom access this weekend for skiers and snowboarders. This morning, Kirkwood Mountain Resort began operating the Cornice Express (#6) and is now has expanded its terrain to 348 skiable acres for skiers and riders. Cornice Express provides access to top-to-bottom skiing and riding on […]
Hotel Becket: South Lake Tahoe’s newest lodging
Lodging continues to evolve in South Lake Tahoe. Joie de Vivre Hotels announced recently the reinvention of two hotels in South Lake Tahoe as they merge to form Hotel Becket, a 167-room boutique property. Opening in December, the Hotel Becket is conveniently located across the street from Heavenly Village for access to more than 4,800 […]
Squaw Valley to host Women’s Alpine World Cup event in March
Many of the top female skiers in the world will descend on Squaw Valley this March for the Audi FIS Women’s Alpine World Cup. The World Cup tour is less than 100 days away – scheduled for March 9-12 in Lake Tahoe. The Women’s Alpine World Cup will feature Olympic champions like Mikaela Shiffrin and […]
Tahoe Donner open for cross country skiing
The snow arrived just in time for Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Area, which opened for the 2016-17 season Saturday (Nov. 26), to accommodate some anxious Thanksgiving Day skiers. The date is a familiar one for Tahoe Donner, which also opened last year on Nov. 26. Royal Gorge cross country area, near Sugar Bowl, opened one […]