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 […]
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Volkswagen scales back 2017 Jetta
The diversity that was the calling card of the Volkswagen Jetta for many years has been diluted a bit in the wake of last year’s emissions-cheating scandal. In 2016, Volkswagen admitted it cheated on Jetta TDI diesel emissions testing and agreed to buy back or fix nearly 5,000 diesel cars that were sold in the […]
2017 Hyundai Veloster: unconventional compact hatchback
The first thing one notices about the Hyundai Veloster is the odd door arrangement. It’s an ingenious idea, putting two doors on the passenger side of this compact hatchback so that no one has to be inconvenienced getting in and out of the back seat. Most vehicles with a long and low profile like the […]
2017 Kia Soul features new Turbo engine
While still not quite sure how to properly classify the Kia Soul – is it a wagon, hatchback or sport utility vehicle – one thing is for certain: the 2017 version is more likeable than ever before. Although still no fan of its boxy appearance, the Soul is still around, so overall Kia must be […]
Two men rescued from car after Lake Tahoe avalanche
It was quite the scary experience for David Ortiz and Neale Allen Shutler, who were stuck in a car engulfed in snow, with seemingly no way out. The two men were carefully driving along Highway 89 in the early hours Monday (12:30 a.m.) when an avalanche occurred near Alpine Meadows and Tahoe City, burying two […]
Tahoe Star Tours begins Dec. 21 at Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
For star-loving watchers, Tahoe Star Tours will host a series of evenings under the stars this winter that pair stargazing with a snowshoe tour. Each Tahoe Snow Tours event provides an opportunity to enjoy an educational evening in the snow learning about the night sky, led by local astronomer, Tony Berendsen, an award-winning amateur astronomer residing in Reno, Nev. “The combination of […]
Versatile Volkswagen Jetta features new turbocharged engine
The Volkswagen Jetta has historically been a money-maker for the German automaker. It’s an extremely diverse compact sedan that is Volkswagen’s top-selling vehicle. The Jetta lineup is so diverse – sedan, hybrid, sportwagen, various turbocharged engines – that it can be a real toss-up of which model to purchase. One model that won’t be getting […]
Revised Lexus RX 350 features controversial new grille
Although enamored with this Lexus model in previous years, the thinking here was the Lexus RX was a luxury, midsize crossover sport utility vehicle that was designed for women. It featured an elegant appearance that drew the attention of women like a huge sale at the local mall. So it was extremely surprising when the […]
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: pleasing new redesign
A year ago, the folks at Hyundai redesigned the Sonata, making improvements to the popular midsize family sedan that has been inching its way up the ladder for a while and now resides among the heavyweights in the class. However, the redesign didn’t include the Sonata Hybrid, which remained basically the same. Making amends, the […]
Homewood Mountain Resort hosting Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival
Appealing food and a good craft beer are often a good combination. Homewood Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe will host an Aug. 28 event that brings the two together. Summer travelers and foodies interested in this culinary experience are invited to dine on Tahoe’s West Shore. Homewood Mountain Resort will host a Craft Beer & Food […]