A long, successful ski industry career has resulted in Mike Bandelin of Diamond Peak being recently given a prestigious award. The Diamond Peak ski resort general manger, Bandelin was honored with the Dave McCoy Lifetime Achievement Award by the California and Nevada ski industry trade group Ski California. Bandelin was nominated for the honor by […]
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One North American ski resort still open
And then there was one. That’s in one North American ski resort remains open in mid-June. While most winter sports enthusiasts have long ago traded in their skis or snowboards for bikes and other summer-like pursuits, Timberline Lodge in Oregon is keeping the dream of a never-ending winter alive. Father’s Day weekend marked the last […]
Ford Maverick appealing small truck
It’s difficult being in the overwhelming shadow of a celebrated group of trucks. But that’s the task facing the Ford Maverick, which was first introduced in June 2021. When most people think of Ford trucks, the F Series is what comes to mind. The legendary F Series includes the F-150, F-250 and F-350 models. These are big, […]
Skiing anyone? Four U.S. ski resorts still open
There’s no more skiing this season in Lake Tahoe. However, ski season is not done yet, thanks to four U.S. resorts, including one in California. While most winter sports enthusiasts have traded in their skis or snowboards for bikes, these U.S. ski resorts are keeping the dream of a never-ending winter alive. MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CALIFONIA […]
Sugar Bowl offers exciting summer activity camps
Looking for some fun activities for your children to do this summer in the Lake Tahoe region? Sugar Bowl ski resort has some great options. Sugar Bowl Summer Camps are now open to campers age 4 to 17, offering new sessions designed for all youthful explorers. Whether you’ve got a curious 4-year-old or an adventure-hungry […]
Palisades Tahoe summer activities beginning
The ski season ended in late June. However, there are many reasons to visit Palisades Tahoe in the summer months. Palisades Tahoe ushers in the summer season this month, starting with music programming, outdoor exploration, and family-friendly events. Aerial Tram: The dog-friendly, 10-minute Aerial Tram ride takes guests over breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The […]
Meet classy Mercedes Cabriolet convertible
Although many people would classify the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet as a sports car, it’s officially listed as a midsize luxury coupe. The CLE brand arrived last year and replaced the C-Class and E-Class coupes and convertibles. It gave Mercedes a new, larger platform and combined its two-door models into a single one with the […]
Curry returns to celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe
Following a one-year absence, NBA icon Stephen Curry will be back playing golf this summer in Lake Tahoe. Curry, the 2023 American Century Championship winner, is back in the field to defend his title of two years ago in the 36th annual tournament that takes place July 9-13 at beautiful Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. Curry was […]
Is Mustang losing mass appeal?
An American icon is losing its mass appeal. One of America’s most celebrated classic cars for roughly 60 years, fewer Mustangs are being sold these days. The engine growl is still omnipresent and the distinctive long hood and sloping fastback also remain, but the sales figures keep decreasing. Mustang purchases were 47,212 in 2024, its […]
South Lake Tahoe offers lots of diverse summer activities
Summer time is quickly approaching, which means most people are searching for some cool places to visit for a vacation. One place to certainly consider this summer is South Lake Tahoe. No, it’s not just a ski town that has little to offer in the summer months. Actually, there are tons of interesting and diverse […]