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 […]
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Northstar opening ski season Nov. 20
Northstar California ski resort has tentatively set its opening date for November 20. Northstar’s scheduled opening day for the 2020-21 ski season is just one month away. Northstar Epic pass holders will receive priority access to the reservation system, beginning Nov. 6, as well as exclusive early season access from opening day through Dec. 7. […]
Tahoe ski resorts depend on snowmaking
Natural snow doesn’t always arrive in bunches in the Lake Tahoe region. Snowfall totals vary on a yearly basis. But one thing is certain: the consistent snowfall that Tahoe ski resorts were accustomed to for decades can no longer be assumed. So, because ski resorts are naturally dependent on snow coverage, the importance of man-made […]
What to expect this winter in South Lake Tahoe
Due to the coronavirus, visiting South Lake Tahoe this winter will obviously not be business as usual. It’s vitally important to remember – you may be on vacation but the coronavirus doesn’t take a vacation. There are plenty of precautions to consider, and of course two of the biggest are – wear a mask, frequently […]
Tahoe ski resorts unlikely to open in October
Don’t expect to be skiing or snowboarding this October in Lake Tahoe. Traditionally, the first Tahoe ski resort to open has been Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe. It has been the first resort to start running its lifts the previous four seasons, including last year’s opener Oct. 25. It was the second earliest Mt. Rose has […]
Sugar Bowl coronavirus safeguards
Like all Tahoe ski resorts, Sugar Bowl will be changing many things in the 2020-21 season, putting in place coronavirus safeguards. In formulating a plan, Sugar Bowl observed how ski areas with summer business have been operating regarding guest safety. The resort has also monitored how ski areas in the southern hemisphere were conducting their […]
Coronavirus measures at Tahoe ski resorts
What coronavirus measures can skiers and snowboarders expect this season at Tahoe ski resorts? The coronavirus has impacted many businesses and the ski industry is no exception. The pandemic virus shut down all Lake Tahoe ski resorts by mid-March 2020 and none of them were able to reopen. A similar scenario played out worldwide. Vail […]
Will Tahoe ski season begin in October?
Despite the implications of the coronavirus, Tahoe ski resorts are making plans for the 2021 ski season. Barring something unforeseen this season, skiers and snowboarders will again be heading to Tahoe ski resorts in large numbers, crowding the I-80 and Highway 50 corridors on the weekends. Of course, once at a Tahoe ski resort this […]
Sierra-at-Tahoe announces safety issues
Like all Tahoe ski resorts, Sierra-at-Tahoe is making plans to deal with Covid-19 as the 2020-21 ski season nears. Located off Highway 50 near South Lake Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe is making changes to keep skiers and snowboarders safe during these pandemic times. Unlike some Tahoe ski resorts, Sierra-at-Tahoe does not plan on operating under a reservation […]
Squaw-Alpine won’t use reservation system
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows announced that it will not be using a reservation system this upcoming season for skiers and snowboarders. Due to Covid-19 considerations, some Tahoe ski resorts and resorts around the nation will be relying on a reservation system to limit the number of skiers and snowboarders on their mountain at any one […]