Tahoe Life

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New Airline To Reno Uses Private Private Terminal!

We could not be more excited to welcome JSX to the Reno-Tahoe International Airport! This affordable hop-on jet service offers the convenience of private travel at not-so-private fares.Using private jet terminals, JSX allows you to avoid the traffic and airport madness. You will go from parking to take off in minutes without lines, crowds, or hassles. Simply arrive 20 minutes before your flight.Once onboard, you can enjoy:

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Be Bear Aware

Tahoe’s majestic scenery and stunning natural surroundings are also a habitat for our wildlife including black bears. At times, bear activity may be considerable. While black bears come in a range of colors, they should not be confused with grizzly bears or brown bears, which do not live anywhere near the Tahoe basin.Follow these guidelines and support our harmonious existence with the area’s wildlife during your Tahoe stay!

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Beat the Heat and Stay Cool!

Beat the Heat and Stay Cool!

With Lake Tahoe’s elevation of 6229′, our mountain region typically experiences mild summer weather. However, we aren’t exempt from the occassional heat wave. When warmer temps come to town, we plan our leisure accordingly! With the vast variety of activities Tahoe has to offer, there are plenty of ways to stay cool, without missing out on any Tahoe activities you were planning. As locals, here is how we plan to beat the heat. Follow our tips and stay cool out there!

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2021 Ski Resort Closing Dates

Spring weather is here! It’s the time of year that you can ski in your t-shirts and then head to the beach! See the ski resorts’ projected closing dates below and plan ahead to maximize your spring skiing under the sunshine and blue skies while the resorts are still open for business!

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The Ski Season Ahead - Know Before You Go!

The Ski Season Ahead – Know Before You Go!

[UPDATED]Ski Well, Be Well. Skiing has inherent advantages during these uncertain times. The sport is, of course, outside, in an open space with constant airflow. And, importantly, it contributes to our mental health. Skiing will look different this year, but if you plan ahead and know before you go, the experience will bring you all the joy that you remember. All ski resorts across the country will be compliant with the National Ski Area Association’s policies as a unified front.

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Best Lake Tahoe Spring Activities

Best Lake Tahoe Spring Activities

Springtime is one of the best seasons in Lake Tahoe! Warmer days and longer evenings bring loads of opportunity for fun, outdoor adventure, connecting with family and friends, and relaxation. Lake Tahoe is full of year-round activities and events, and spring is our best kept secret. With so much going on, the only challenge will be choosing where you want to stay. Don’t worry, we are here to help. We’ve hightlighted our favorite sprintime action in each area for you!

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2019 Holiday Mountaineer Schedule

If you are staying in one of our Squaw Valley or Alpine Meadows vacation rentals this holiday season, download the Mountaineer app and use the free on-demand shuttle service so that you never have to drive to go skiing. You’ll get dropped off right at the chairlifts, so you can avoid the hassle of parking! Below is the holiday schedule for the Mountaineer. At the end of the day, the Mountaineer will drop you off at your door! Simply download the app, and let them know when you are ready to go skiing. Below is the holiday schedule for the Mountaineer, free on-demand shuttle service.

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Tahoe’s Best New Year’s Celebrations to Ring in 2020

Ring in the New Year with a bang! Fireworks and torchlight parades are our signature events here in Tahoe, so there are plenty of locations to celebrate the New Year in style!Northstar CaliforniaRing in 2020 with the ones that you love. Northstar will have ice skating, music and entertainment all afternoon into the evening with fireworks starting at 9pm.

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Tahoe Santa Tracker 2019

Tahoe Santa Tracker 2019

Did you know that every year, during the holidays, Santa Claus spends some time in his favorite winter wonderland-North Tahoe and Truckee? He can be found at holiday celebrations in the area, or making turns in the fresh white-Christmas powder. Here’s our list (and we’ve checked it twice) of where to find Santa this holiday season.

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2019 Tahoe Ski Resorts’ Opening Dates

We are getting excited for the 2019/20 Lake Tahoe ski season. We are expecting a storm system to be rolling in Thanksgiving week to kick off the season!Here are the announced ski resort opening dates:Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe – Currently open weekends Friday – Sunday, 9am-4pmBoreal – November 13Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows – November 15

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