Lake Tahoe is known worldwide as an incredible destination for winter sports. Straddling the border between California and Nevada, historically Lake Tahoe’s altitude meant it received reliable snow most years. Although climate issues are one primary reason that trend is not as constant, Tahoe ski resorts were breaking seasonal records in the 2022-23 season. The […]
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Redesigned Honda Accord hybrid
Debuting in 1976, the Honda Accord arrived with very little fanfare. Of course, that’s not the case any longer. Now in its 47th year of production, the Accord has long been an icon among sedans. The lineup includes a hybrid version, a model that added to the Accord’s popularity. Offered in four trims (Sport, EX-L, […]
Palisades Tahoe ski resort staying open thru July 4
Near record-breaking snow totals this season will allow Palisades Tahoe ski resort to remain open through the July 4th weekend. Several other Tahoe ski resorts have recently pushed back their closing date due to excessive snow amounts for the 2022-23 season. But it appears that weather permitting, Palisades Tahoe will once again have the latest […]
Elantra N welcome addition for Hyundai
In the highly competitive compact sedan class, the Hyundai Elantra has often been overshadowed. The competition has historically been intense, especially when pitted against perennial favorites like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. A long list of competent rivals also includes the Mazda 3, Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Sentra and Kia Forte. Yet shed no pity […]
Cost to ski in South Korea?
BY FRANK PEARSALL For a ton of different reasons, South Korea is an absolutely perfect place to go skiing. In this gorgeous and vibrant country, you’ll have access to so many unique experiences and rich details, creating a ski experience just as good as anywhere in the world – and with a little something extra […]
Will new redesign bolster Hyundai Sonata?
A new redesign should be a boast for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. However, don’t expect the solid midsize sedan to gain much, if any ground on the two perennial class heavyweights. It’s unlikely to happen. For more than two decades, the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord have been far-outdistancing the other top midsize sedans when […]
2017 Dodge Durango comfortable SUV with long trips
A week of traveling along the central coast of California and a journey home to the northern part of the state proved quite the test for the 2017 Dodge Durango. Although one might be skeptical about a long journey in a vehicle this size, the large crossover sport utility vehicle was up for the task. […]
Added performance in 2017 Nissan Pathfinder
A mainstay in the Nissan lineup since 1986, the Pathfinder never really distinguished itself. It was mostly recognized as a cumbersome sport utility vehicle that didn’t have mass appeal. In recent years, the folks at Nissan gradually transformed the Pathfinder in the hopes of gaining admirers, thanks to some smart changes. The front-wheel drive Pathfinder […]
2017 Volkswagen Tiguan needs revamping
A peppy turbocharged engine is part of the new makeup for the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. The latest version of Volkswagen’s compact crossover sport utility vehicle is lighter and has discontinued two its models and replaced them with two new ones. Volkswagen made significant changes from the ground up on the “new” Tiguan. For 2017, VW […]
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 […]