Lake Tahoe Winter Vacation Guide by Debra Dudley

TA H OE WINTER VA C AT I O N G U I D E

2008-2009

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No, Everything—Is Possible.

You can dream about it. Fantasize about it. Yearn for it. Or you can come to Lake Tahoe and live it. Whatever “it” is on your list of winter

vacation priorities, you’re sure to find it here. We don’t mean to be bold and say

It Isn’t Just About

Going Big But Being Part of Something Big.

Photos clockwise from top: Corey Rich; Justin Bailie; Tom Zikas/Sierra-at-Tahoe; Tom Zikas/Sierra-at-Tahoe; TomZikas.com

we’ve got it all, but…well…we kinda do. Our home is home to the largest concentration of ski resorts in all of North America, and that’s a lot of terrain…a lot of variety…and a heck of a lot of snow. So whatever sets your heart to strumming …whatever shifts your adrenaline into high gear…whatever puts a ridiculous grin on your face that you can’t disguise no matter how hard you try…Lake Tahoe has it. In spades.

Justin Bailie

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Anything—

Sample the Possibilities. If you like the idea of being spoiled, this is the place for you. Given our whopping lineup of resorts, you get to enjoy a caliber of diversity that simply can’t be duplicated anywhere else in the country. You can ski and ride a different mountain every day for weeks, racking up mile after mile on new terrain. And let’s face it—isn’t the point of traveling to a new destination to experience it to the fullest? With so much to choose from, you can plunge into the stuff you love and road-test the stuff you’d love to master. Try steeps and bumps that’ll quicken your pulse and rattle your bones, respectively. Get hits so huge on jumps and pipes you’ll think you’ve crossed the state line. Prove to the world that you don’t have to prove a thing by cruising down a broad bowl with the sun on your face and your ego in your pocket. However you decide to spend your days, Mother Nature will do her part by depositing about 35 feet of snow every winter. Think about that for a minute. That’s as tall as a three-story building. Good thing it doesn’t fall all at once, huh?

Larry Prosor

Stop by the Neighborhoods. Okay, so maybe we have just one lake, but we’re the only guys on the ski and snowboard block who can boast three distinct communities. North Shore, South Shore, and Reno are the snap, crackle, and pop of the region, each one resonating with its own brand of fun and festivities. Sample hot headlining entertainment…sizzling casino action…the warmth of a sun-drenched deck between runs. It may be winter, but this is one place where you can definitely crank up the heat.

Photos clockwise from top: Justin Bailie; Tom Zikas/Sierra-at-Tahoe; TomZikas.com; Tom Zikas/Sierra-at-Tahoe; Tom Zikas/Camp Richardson

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[ENVIRONMENTAL]

We know that Mother Nature has blessed this area big time. All we have to do is look around at the majestic mountains…the towering trees…and that impossibly pristine lake. These are gifts we’ll never take for granted, so we do everything in our power to keep Lake Tahoe blue…brilliant…beautiful. We’ve always known Lake Tahoe was special. That’s why we’ve been committed to protecting this unique and beautiful region since 1969, and we’ll keep protecting it for generations to come. Formed after a period of rapid growth in the 1960s, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) was the first ever bi-state environmental planning agency in the nation. Today, TRPA continues to strive for lake clarity, forest health, water quality, wildfire safety, and sustainable area development by implementing land use regulations, growth management, and resource management plans. Recently, TRPA and other public agencies joined forces with Lake Tahoe community members in a program called Pathway, a cooperative effort to find the best pathway to Lake Tahoe’s brightest and bluest future. With a growing number of Tahoe lovers and residents enjoying this area each year, Pathway asks the questions that matter – such as how much and what kind of development will take place, how lake clarity can be preserved for years to come, and how Tahoe’s natural beauty can coexist with its spectacular opportunities for recreation. We are proud to be working together to create a vision of Lake Tahoe’s future that will be true blue for the next 20 years. We also take pride in our resorts’ participation in SkiGreen , a partnership with the Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF). BEF is a nonprofit organization committed to providing access to renewable energy, expanding the use of solar and wind energy, and developing additional energy sources. By selling Green Tags at our resorts, we help encourage consumers to be proactive in their support of environmental efforts designed to safeguard our planet.

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Heavenly has long implemented a host of environmentally friendly practices to preserve the area’s unique natural beauty, and the resort is adding another chapter of leadership by using technology to measure and reduce its impact on the environment. The new monitoring plan uses adaptive management to determine if SkiLakeTahoe.com

there is an overall improvement trend in environmental conditions for forest, soil, air, and water resources, then implements action steps, if necessary. Heavenly’s Master Plan also calls for the replacement of the North Bowl and Olympic chairlifts to avoid a nearby stand of large trees, as well as the removal of Sky Deck from a wetland area and the restoration of the meadow in which the deck currently sits. The results of Heavenly’s past environmental programs are positive: the condition and quality in each of the watersheds draining the resort have been improved through a systematic restoration and re-vegetation program. At the Boulder and California Lodge base areas, state-of-the-art water quality best management practices have been instituted to further reduce pollutants. At Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, a dedication to sustaining and strengthening the region’s precious natural resources is evident. In addition to participating in SkiGreen, the resort’s efforts include recycling and waste-reduction programs; the development of best-management practices for construction sites, incorporating input from local regulatory agencies; the improvement of

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Alpine Meadow’s recycling program continues to yield progress via the resort’s partnership with Truckee-based Sierra Cost Management, which specializes in waste reduction and programs designed to maximize recycling. The mountain has recycled more than 40 tons of cardboard, paper, beverage containers, used vegetable oil, batteries, fluorescent lights, computer equipment, and printer cartridges. These efforts translated into preventing 35 million tons of carbon emissions from entering the atmosphere. For the past six years, Alpine Meadows has also been using biodiesel fuel in its fleet of transportation buses. Vegetable-based and renewable, a 20 percent biodiesel fuel blend reduces emissions by 12 percent and 20 percent. The resort will continue this fuel use and further explore eco-friendly alternatives.

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Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort was the first California ski area to partner with BEF to purchase Green Tags in support of wind energy, offsetting approximately 215,600 pounds of globalwarming emissions associated with its electrical energy use. In keeping with this effort, the resort has created the Environmental Leadership at Northstar, which will initiate a SureBet energy audit with the local public utility district to identify programs to help reduce energy use and make efficiency improvements. In conjunction with East West Partners and Sierra Watch, Northstar is developing a comprehensive Habitat Management Plan for its entire 8,000 acres to recommend specific treatments for enhanced forest/habitat health. What’s more, Northstar has increased its mass transportation efforts by 36 percent, and operates its shuttle fleet on biodiesel fuel. The resort also has expanded recycling efforts, and continues to make improvements to erosion control and water quality. Sierra-at-Tahoe® embraces sustainable practices, making a point of constantly seeking new ways to lessen the impact on the environment. Areas of particular focus include energy consumption; effects on water, air, flora, and fauna resources; and the emission of greenhouse gases through ski area operations. The resort’s philosophy centers on reducing overall energy use as opposed to utilizing alternative energy sources. Education is a big part of the process, and Adventure Zones around the mountain educate both children and parents about the history and geography of the area. Even the Children’s Ski School teaches kids how to protect their planet. On-site shuttles for guests minimize driving at the resort, and Rideshare Bucks reward employees for carpooling. And to eliminate paper and save trees, Vertical Plus members are given 10,000 bonus feet if they switch to electronic statements.

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Squaw Valley USA is committed to a multimillion-dollar environmental improvement program, which has instituted extensive re-vegetation and erosion-control projects to ensure the health and quality of native and naturalized plant population and wetland areas. The resort has also developed a comprehensive recycling program, and has made revolutionary innovations in energy use to guarantee minimal depletion of natural resources and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Olympic Ice Pavilion utilizes the most technologically advanced refrigeration system of its kind: a heat exchanger that freezes the ice in the skating rink while simultaneously heating the Swimming Lagoon and Spa, surrounding decks and walkways, and the interior of the High Camp mountaintop facility. Power factor correction and harmonic filter units have been added to all the big lifts to ensure that only the energy necessary to run the lifts is used. Squaw Valley’s extensive upgrades have resulted in vast energy savings, as well as a safer and cleaner environment for resort guests. Kirkwood continues its funding project with the National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally chartered nonprofit partner of the U.S. Forest Service. Every lodging rental unit fee includes a $1.00 donation to the NFF, and the monies generated will be applied to funding projects within the Eldorado National Forest. The resort is also selling Green Tags to guests at the time of lift ticket purchase, and has pledged to match the total dollars of tag sales for the ski season. Energy-efficient retrofits and recent conservation initiatives have reduced the resort’s overall energy consumption by more than 35 percent (in excess of 2.5 kilowatt hours), while improved recycling efforts have diverted more than 67 percent of the overall waste stream by volume. With an eye on reducing pollution, traffic, and gas consumption, Kirkwood launched a successful online carpool forum to increase ridesharing to the resort—an effort that was responsible for taking more than 1,000 cars off the road. A unique variation on the traditional blog, this version provides an online social network where people can connect with other skiers and boarders who plan to visit the resort.

More than 100 lifts. More than 500 runs.

More than 17,000 acres of terrain. More than 35 feet of annual snowfall. More than 300 days of sunshine each year.

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water quality through erosion and sediment controls; the implementation of energy- and water-efficiency design, both on the hill and in the lodges; protection of natural wetlands and restoration of native vegetation; and the establishment of transportation initiatives that reduce air pollution by providing viable alternatives to the use of individual vehicles.

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every day for an entire week. You can pick your faves and keep going back to hang out with the locals.

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Let’s say you head out the door on your first day and you’re ready to compete with the big boys. Test your endurance and assess your spunk by ripping down a narrow chute. Jumping off a steep cornice. Bumping down a mogul field. Want more? Try busting huge air in a terrain park designed with your agility in mind. Play Captain Navigator as you speed through a forested powder stash with your heart somewhere between your rib cage and Kansas. Just bring your adrenaline…we’ll provide the release. Not that kind of athlete? Prefer activities where your skis remain in contact with the snow and the velocity doesn’t distort your facial features? Hey—you didn’t think we’d leave you out, did you? We take the concept of “something for everyone” seriously, so don’t assume for a minute that you have to be a fearless hotshot to enjoy what we have to offer. We deliver expansive bowls that invite you to cruise in the sun. Pristine fields of chest-high powder that’ll dazzle you with the quality of Tahoe snow. Miles of groomed corduroy that make you wish the rest of life could be this serene. So whether your idea of the ultimate winter vacation is mettle-testing adventure, spirit-lifting pleasure, or familyfocused fun, you’ll find it here.

Larry Prosor

because that’s what we’re here for.

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Heavenly Heavenly is a 4,800-acre skier’s and boarder’s paradise that combines exhilarating on- and off-mountain adventures with one of the world’s most majestic views of Lake Tahoe. This season, the resort plans to debut two new trails in Ski Ways Glades, a popular tree-skiing area located on the border of California and Nevada, and one new trail in Powderbowl Woods on the California side. Heavenly will also re-grade Skyline Trail, creating easier and faster access to Nevada from the top of Sky Express in California. Also, the West Coast’s largest snowmaking system is expanding onto Stagecoach run, increasing the amount of terrain that can be covered with snowmaking to 70 percent. Kirkwood Lake Tahoe’s home to some of America’s deepest snow, Kirkwood has added two new lifts for the 2008-09 season, improving access to more than 2,300 acres of terrain. The resort, host of the North American Freeskiing Championships, offers something for everyone, with more than 80 kilometers of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, tubing, and ice skating—all enhanced by stunning scenery, numerous dining options, and luxurious ski-in/ski-out properties. Kirkwood’s Timber Creek Base Area was recently named among the “Top Ten Places to Learn to Ski” by USA Today. Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe boasts the region’s highest base elevation, ensuring supreme snow conditions even on the sunniest spring days. Race from the parking lot to the summit in less than 10

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Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort™ A year-round vacation destination, Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort draws visitors with its 2,655 skiable acres and a variety of lodging accommodations, restaurants, and boutiques – charmingly set in the atmosphere of a magnificent mountainside village that opened in December, 2005. Offering particular appeal to families, the resort features awardwinning children’s programs, alpine and telemark skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, world-class terrain parks and pipes, tubing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Sierra-at-Tahoe® Sierra-at-Tahoe is a playground of wintertime fun, with challenging steeps, laid-back cruisers, unparalleled tree skiing, and five backcountry gates that access some of the most challenging terrain in Tahoe. Kids’ Adventure Zones, a tubing hill, snowshoeing, a nationally ranked superpipe, six terrain parks, and the Burton Progression Park ensure something fun for everyone. The closest major resort to Sacramento, Sierra is located just 12 miles from Lake Tahoe’s South Shore and is easily accessible via luxury shuttle buses. Squaw Valley USA Host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley USA lures visitors with its 4,000 skiable acres and six peaks of open-bowl terrain. Combine the incredible terrain with two halfpipes, three terrain parks, mountaintop ice skating (and swimming in the spring), tubing, restaurants, shopping, sightseeing, and events galore, and Squaw is a mustvisit during any Lake Tahoe vacation. The new Intrawest Village at Squaw Valley USA offers lodging, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes to indulge every possible creature comfort.

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Internationally recognized for its incredibly diverse terrain, Alpine Meadows offers everything from beginner and intermediate groomers with sweeping views of Lake Tahoe to backcountryaccessed skiing and boarding for the most zealous of adventurers. Renowned within the Tahoe Basin for its deep snowfall, Alpine Meadows regularly extends its season into late May.

minutes via two high-speed, detachable, six-passenger lifts. At the top, you’ll find more than 1,200 acres and 1,800 vertical feet of terrain, topped off by the legendary Chutes, featuring some of the steepest and longest inbounds slopes in North America. Mt. Rose is the closest resort to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, the gateway to the Sierra.

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Alpine Meadows

ALPINE MEADOWS

Information: 530.583-4232 Book Online: SkiAlpine.com

Reservations: 800.HEAVENLY Snowphone: 775.586-7000-x1

Alpine Meadows offers visitors some of North America’s most varied and celebrated terrain. Seven powder bowls, ﬂawlessly groomed trails, mountaintop views of Lake Tahoe, and that friendly, welcoming atmosphere blend a neighborhood vibe with a world-class mountain experience. Famous for its focus on a pure mountain experience, Alpine Meadows offers skiers and riders of all ability levels a chance to enjoy the true spirit of exploration. After a day on the mountain, kick back on the sun deck on sunny days or beside the roaring fireplace in the base lodge on a snowy afternoon.

Few resorts match Heavenly’s legendary scenic beauty and expansive network of lifts, terrain, trails and snowmaking. Located on the South Shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe, Heavenly is the region’s largest mountain resort, featuring Tahoe’s highest elevation and longest vertical drop. Equally legendary is the nightlife, where big name stars perform in world-famous casinos. Discover the many sides of Heavenly, from the awe-inspiring panoramic lake and mountain views, to the high-octane nightlife, to the heart-stopping steeps of Mott and Killebrew Canyons and to the gentle wide-open cruisers of Nevada.

Highlights:

SEVEN POWDER BOWLS, MILES OF RIDGE-TOP TRAVERSES, STUNNING VIEWS, AND SUMMIT-TO -BASE

10,067 FOOT ELEVATION – THE HIGHEST AT LAKE TAHOE . 3,500-FOOT VERTICAL DROP – THE LONGEST AT LAKE TAHOE . VOTED #1 RESORT AT LAKE TAHOE BY SKI MAGAZINE READERS. LAKE TAHOE’S ONLY BI-STATE RESORT SPANNING CALIFORNIA AND NEVADA. 4,800 ACRES – THE LARGEST ACREAGE ON THE WEST COAST. ADVENTURE PEAK IS HEAVENLY ’S HIGH-ALTITUDE SNOW PARK WITH TUBING, SLEDDING, CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING, SNOWSHOEING, AND MORE! HIGH-SPEED, EIGHT-PASSENGER, GONDOLA FROM THE HEAVENLY VILLAGE, FEATURING MID-STATION OBSERVATION DECK . ANNUAL SNOWFALL OF MORE THAN 360 INCHES.

GROOMED SLOPES ACCOMMODATE EVERY ABILITY LEVEL .

A FAVORITE FOR A FAMILY PHOTO IS ATOP LAKEVIEW CHAIR, APPROPRIATELY NAMED FOR ITS UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW OF TAHOE ’S NORTH SHORE .

DAILY KIDS PROGRAMS OFFER SKIING AND RIDING CAMPS FOR AGES 3 AND OLDER.

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FAST FACTS: TERRAIN: 4,800 acres – 20% beginner, 45% intermediate, and 35% advanced/expert. TRAILS: 95 LIFTS: 29 lifts – 15 in California, 14 in Nevada – nine high-speed, one high-speed

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eight-passenger gondola, and one high-speed 50-passenger aerial tram. ELEVATIONS: Summit 10,067' – vertical drop 3,500'. LONGEST RUN: 5.0 miles – longest mountain descent at Lake Tahoe. SNOWMAKING: 70% of the trails covered by one of America’s largest snowmaking systems. SNOW SPORTS SCHOOL: Nationally recognized Ski School for adults and kids. Excellent private instruction and clinics. Licensed day care facility. CHILDREN’S SERVICES: California licensed day care facility. AMENITIES: Multiple on-mountain lodges. Guest lockers and overnight Ski & Board Check at the base lodges. SKI SHUTTLES: Complimentary shuttle service on the South Shore. LOCATION: Four base lodge facilities – two in Nevada off Kingsbury Grade (SR 207), the gondola at the Heavenly Village at Stateline, and the California Lodge off Ski Run Boulevard.

and snowboard camps with top-level coaches; Adaptive Ski School Center. play area in base lodge for very young children. AMENITIES: Full-service ski & snowboarding tuning center; high performance demo equipment; ski/snowboard rentals and repair; day lodge; day lockers; sun deck; five on-mountain restaurants; retail shop. SKI SHUTTLES: Complimentary daily North Shore, West Shore, and Truckee shuttles. LOCATION: Six miles north of downtown Tahoe City. 13 miles south of Truckee.

SPECIAL DEALS: For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

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COACHES ALL ABILITY LEVELS TO SNOWBOARD ALL TYPES OF MOUNTAIN TERRAIN, INCLUDING ALPINE’S BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE, AND ADVANCED TERRAIN PARKS.

TERRAIN: 2,400 acres – 25% beginner, 40% more difficult, and 35% most difficult/expert. TRAILS: 100+ LIFTS: One high-speed six-passenger chair, two high-speed quads, three triples,

CHILDREN’S SERVICES: Daily programs available for children ages 3 and older; indoor

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ELEVATIONS: Base 6,835', summit 8,637' – vertical drop 1,802'. LONGEST RUN: 2.5 miles. SNOWMAKING: 12 of 14 lifts. SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL: Private instruction for adults and children; multi-day ski

CLUB ALPINE: Visit SkiAlpine.com to save every day on lift tickets. DISCOUNTS AND PACKAGES: Alpine’s 70+ area lodging options help visitors customize a vacation. Whether in search of value or luxury accommodations, create a unique Stay & Ski experience at SkiAlpine.com or by calling 800.949.3296.

Information: 775.586-7000 Book online: skiheavenly.com

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Reservations: 800.949-3296 Snowphone: 530.581-8374

HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN RESORT

SPECIAL DEALS: TAKE A SKI TRIP, NEVADA STYLE! Spend three nights at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, ski or ride two days at Heavenly, and experience epic skiing at Heavenly and Nevada’s epic nightlife! Starting at just $399* per person! Package includes three nights lodging, two days skiing/riding. This offer is valid 11/21/08-2/12/09, excluding all holiday periods. *Sample price based on midweek double occupancy at Harrah’s in a Run-of-House room and is subject to availability.Weekends and longer stays available at varying rates. Other unit types and properties available. Other restrictions and fees may apply.

For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

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KIRKWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT

Reservations: 800.SKI-ROSE Snowphone: 775.849-0704

Information: 209.258-6000 Book Online: kirkwood.com

For the first time in 25 years, Kirkwood – rated #1 for snow in the Tahoe region and rated among North America’s top 10 mountains for over two decades – will introduce incredible new lift-served terrain with the opening of Lookout Vista and Covered Wagon Peaks. Home to America’s Deepest Snow, Kirkwood is set in a majestic horseshoe-shaped valley – a virtual exotic winter oasis, only 35 miles from South Lake Tahoe. Visitors enjoy our well-known casual vibe, as well as our trademark reputation for no crowds and no lift lines. From slopeside condominiums, to a 145-year-old Inn, to world-class cross-country, fine dining and more, Kirkwood is truly a must ski or ride for every Tahoe visitor.

Make turns the day you arrive! A convenient 25 minutes out of Reno, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe is the closest ski resort from the Reno/Tahoe Airport, making it realistic to ski right after you touch down. With base lodges at 8,260 feet, Tahoe’s highest base resort guarantees some of the Sierra’s best snow. Plus 1,200 acres of north-facing slopes plunging 1,800 vertical feet ensure you’ll get the most out of a Tahoe ski adventure.

Highlights:

GATEWAY TO THE BAY AREA VIA TRAFFIC-FREE HIGHWAY 88. SLOPE-SIDE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE WITH PEDESTRIAN PLAZA . NEW LIFT-SERVED TERRAIN OPENING THIS SEASON. LUXURY SKI-IN/SKI-OUT ACCOMMODATIONS. UN-CROWDED SLOPES, SHORT LIFT LINES. HOME TO THE NORTH AMERICAN FREESKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS. EXPEDITION KIRKWOOD – A SERIES OF ALL-MOUNTAIN

PROGRAMS INCLUDING CAT SKIING, GUIDED HIKES, AND BACKCOUNTRY AWARENESS COURSES.

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FAMILY LEARNING CENTER AT TIMBER CREEK . BURTON LEARN TO RIDE CENTER. ROSSIGNOL LEARN TO SKI CENTER.

TAHOE’S HIGHEST BASE SKI RESORT. TAHOE’S CLOSEST SKIING TO RENO – 30 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN. THE CHUTES: OFFERING SOME OF THE LONGEST, CONTINUOUS VERTICAL RUNS (+40 DEGREES) IN NORTH AMERICA . MAXIMUM CONVENIENCE: CLOSE SLOPESIDE PARKING WITH EASY LIFT ACCESS. DAILY SKI SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE FROM RENO. ULTIMATE VALUE DAILY SPECIALS INCLUDING T WO ’FER TUESDAYS AND LADIES DAY THURSDAYS.

FAST FACTS:

TERRAIN: 2,300 acres – 15% beginner, 50% intermediate, 20% advanced, and 15% expert. TRAILS: 65+ LIFTS: Two high-speed quads, one quad, six triples, one double, and four surface. ELEVATIONS: Base 7,800', summit 9,800' – vertical drop 2,000'. LONGEST RUN: 2.5 miles. SNOWMAKING: Top to bottom on four lifts. SNOW SPORTS SCHOOL: Personalized group and private ski and snowboard lessons

TERRAIN: 1,200+ acres, predominately north and east facing – 20% beginner,

SPECIAL DEALS: Go to Kirkwood.com and join our E-mail club, “The Neighborwood,” and receive special offers all season long on lodging, tickets, ski school, rentals, retail and more. For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

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offered daily. Professional certified instructors teach lessons. CHILDREN’S SERVICES: Ski & Snowboard School for ages four through 12, licensed day care for ages two through six. AMENITIES: Kirkwood Mountain Village with pedestrian plaza, featuring shops, boutiques and dining, six bars, seven restaurants, general store, ski shop, rental shops, 80 kilometers of groomed cross-country and snowshoe trails, tubing hill, three terrain parks and superpipe. SKI SHUTTLES: From various South Shore locations by reservation only. LOCATION: 35 miles south of South Lake Tahoe – Highway 88 at Carson Pass.

30% intermediate, 40% advanced, and 10% expert.

TRAILS: 60+ LIFTS: Two base-to-summit high-speed detachable “six pack” chairs, two fixed-grip quad chairs, two fixed-grip triple chairs, and two conveyor lifts. ELEVATIONS: Base 7,900' (Tahoe’s highest), summit 9,700' – vertical drop 1,800'. LONGEST RUN: 2.5 miles. SNOWMAKING: 20% AMENITIES: Dual base lodge facilities – main lodge for all equipment rental, lesson packages, and children’s programs. SKI SHUTTLES: Twice daily departures from Reno. LOCATION: 25 minutes from Reno, 11 miles from Incline Village on the Mt. Rose Highway SR 431 – on the summit between Reno and North Lake Tahoe.

SPECIAL DEALS: RATES AND PACKAGES:* Reno Ski & Stay Packages from $89, $59 First Timer Packages. DAILY SPECIALS:* "Two 'Fer Tuesdays," $29 Ladies Day Thursdays, Runs 'N Roses $128 for two adults & two children, and the Weekend Extender - three consecutive days for $128! Both morning & afternoon 1/2-day lift tickets available. For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

*Restrictions apply.

Information: 775.849-0704 Book Online: skirose.com

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Reservations: 800.967-7500 Snowphone: 877.KIRKWOOD

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NORTHSTAR-AT-TAHOE™ RESORT

Information: 530.562-1010 Book online: NorthstarAtTahoe.com

Reservations: 877.SKI-2-STAY Snowphone: 530.659-7475Book

Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort has become one of the finest year-round destination mountain resorts in North America offering activities for all ages. With 84 ski trails spread across 2,655 acres, world-class terrain parks and snow sports including alpine and telemark skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and tubing, Northstar™ Resort is fun for all. Featuring on-site slopeside accommodations and the new Village at Northstar™ with shopping, dining, special events and a 9,000-square-foot skating rink, Northstar Resort is sure to entertain.

Sierra-at-Tahoe® Resort is located just outside South Lake Tahoe. Windprotected lifts and trails make it a best bet on stormy days while friendly employees and a family-oriented atmosphere create fun vacation memories. One of the best values in the Tahoe area, Sierra Resort has incredible tree skiing, great learning programs and five backcountry gates that access more than 300 acres of steep, off-piste terrain.

Highlights:

LARGEST SNOWMAKING SYSTEM IN NORTH LAKE TAHOE . AWARD-WINNING TERRAIN PARKS, HALFPIPE, SUPERPIPE AND JAKE BURTON DESIGNED STASH. CROSS-COUNTRY CENTER WITH MORE THAN 40KM SKI AND SNOWSHOE TRAILS. AWARD-WINNING CHILDREN’S

SHUTTLE SERVICE DAILY FROM SOUTH LAKE TAHOE . THE ONLY SUPERPIPE ON TAHOE’S SOUTH SHORE . AWARD-WINNING TERRAIN PARKS. PROGRESSIVE FREESTYLE TERRAIN. FIVE BACKCOUNTRY GATES. LEGENDARY CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT WILD MOUNTAIN. LICENSED DAY CARE FOR 18 MONTHS TO FIVE YEARS.

LESSON PROGRAMS FOR AGES FOUR THROUGH 12 AND LICENSED CHILDCARE FOR AGES TWO THROUGH SIX .

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For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

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TERRAIN: 2,655 acres – 13% beginner, 62% intermediate, and 25% advanced. TRAILS: 84 LIFTS: One express gondola, one six-pack express, six express quad chairlifts, two triple chairlifts, one double chairlift, two surface lifts, four Magic Carpets.

ELEVATIONS: Base 6,330', summit 8,610' – vertical drop 2,280'. LONGEST RUN: 1.4 miles (2.09 km). SNOWMAKING: More than 50% of trails. AMENITIES: On-site lodging, new Village with shops, restaurants, galleries, equipment

NEW VILLAGE AT NORTHSTAR™ WITH 23 SHOPS, 13 RESTAURANTS AND A 9,000-SQUARE-FOOT SKATING RINK . SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR GROUPS OF 20-PLUS INCLUDES LODGING, LIFT TICKETS AND LESSONS.

FAST FACTS: TERRAIN: 2,000 acres – 25% beginner, 50% intermediate, and 25% advanced. TRAILS: 46 LIFTS: Three express quads, one triple, five doubles, and two Magic Carpets. ELEVATIONS: Base 6,640', summit 8,852' – vertical drop 2,212'. LONGEST RUN: 2.5 miles. GROOMING: 70% nightly, 100% beginner terrain. AMENITIES: The 360˚ Smokehouse BBQ at the top of Grandview Express serves up

rental/repair, skating rink, Cross-Country, Telemark & Snowshoe Center, tubing, recreation center, complimentary overnight equipment storage. SKI SHUTTLES: Available from Truckee, North Lake Tahoe, Reno, Reno/Tahoe International Airport and free on-site shuttle. LOCATION: Highway 267, between Truckee and North Lake Tahoe – 40 miles from Reno/Tahoe Airport.

traditional southern-style favorites while the Baja Grill at the bottom of West Bowl keeps the beach-party-on-snow alive with grilled fish tacos and margaritas. The main lodge offers comfort food in the Sierra Pub and Mama's Kitchen while Tiki Bar & Deck is a favorite place to soak up the sun. SKI SHUTTLES: Shuttles daily from South Lake Tahoe. LOCATION: 12 miles west of South Lake Tahoe via Highway 50.

SPECIAL DEALS:

• Stay & Ski Free™ lodging packages; restrictions apply. • Free live music, entertainment, and special events in the Village at Northstar™. • Parents’ Predicament shared lift tickets. • Complimentary daily mountain tours. • Multi-day lift tickets, Quad Paks, and affordable season passes. • Free lessons for intermediate and above skiers and riders. • Over 5,000 square-feet of on-site, year-round conference and banquet facilities with professional event planners.

• Ski & Stay lodging packages available. • 3-Paks provide big savings on lift tickets, rental equipment, lessons and more. • Kids under five ski and ride FREE. • Parents’ Predicament shared lift tickets – perfect for parents with infants. • Family Private Lessons – keep the whole group together. • Group discounts for parties of 20 or more.

Information: 530.659-7453 Online: SierraAtTahoe.com

great location! Great riding –

Reservations: 866.454-9206 Snowphone: 800.GoNorth

SIERRA-AT-TAHOE RESORT

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SQUAW VALLEY USA

ly famous. International

FAST FACTS: TERRAIN: 4,000 acres – 25% beginner, 45% intermediate, and 30% expert. Two expansive beginner areas, three terrain parks, and night skiing/riding. TRAILS: 170+ trails – the most on the U.S. West Coast. LIFTS: 33 lifts – including North America’s only Funitel and four-season, 120-passenger Cable Car. ELEVATIONS: Six peaks with the highest at 9,050' – vertical drop 2,850'. LONGEST RUN: 3.2 miles. AMENITIES: European style pedestrian village, over 40 unique shops, full-service Hawaiian-style spa, 50 distinctive restaurants, 1960 Olympic Museum, mountain-top dining, ice skating, and swimming. Snow tubing, sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and indoor climbing wall. SKI SHUTTLES: Reno, North Shore, South Shore, and waterborne shuttle across Lake Tahoe. LOCATION: On the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, 45 miles west of Reno, 196 miles east of San Francisco via I-80 and Highway 89.

SPECIAL DEALS: RATES AND PACKAGES:* Purchase three nights of ski-in/ski-out lodging and three days For exclusive American Express® Cardmember offers, visit SkiLakeTahoe.com, or call your travel agent.

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of lift tickets for two people and receive your fourth night of lodging and fourth day of lift tickets free. Packages start as low as $120 per person, per night for three days/nights including lift tickets. Call 888.736-9740 for more information.

SESSIONS TEEN CAMP. SQUALLYWOOD CLINIC. WOMEN’S SPECIALTY PROGRAMS. ADVANCED SKI CLINIC. SQUAW KIDS CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS. PAPOOSE DISCOVERY CENTER. THREE TERRAIN PARKS. MOUNTAINTOP BEGINNER AREA. FIRST TIME ADVENTURE PACKAGES. HIGH CAMP, EL. 8,200’ ICE SKATING, DINING, SHOPPING, SWIMMING (SPRING). RIVIERA NIGHT SUPERPIPE . FREE NIGHT SKIING/RIDING. GOLD COAST DEMO CENTER. 450 INCHES AVERAGE ANNUAL SNOWFALL .

S k i Te r r a i n

Summit Elevation

Vertical Drop

ABILITY LEVEL Beg.

(distance in miles from)

Alpine Meadows

Highlights:

Incline

RESORTS

South Shore

Squaw Valley USA, host of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games, is a legendary mountain in an extraordinary setting. Revered for its expansive terrain, Squaw Valley USA is also known for its exciting base village, an array of activities and world-class events and entertainment throughout the seasons.

North Shore

Resort Specific

Information: 530.583-6985 Book online: squaw.com

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Reservations: 888.736-9740 Snowphone: 530.583-6955

Inter. Adv.

44 22

14 Lifts, 100+ Trails, 2,400 Acres

8,637'

1,802'

25% 40% 35%

58 42

29 Lifts, 95 Trails, 4,800 Acres

10,067' 3,500'

20% 45% 35%

877.KIRKWOOD kirkwood.com Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe 800.SKIROSE skirose.com Northstar-at-Tahoe

80 70

35 72

14 Lifts, 65+ Trails, 2,300 Acres

9,800'

2,000'

15% 50% 35%

22 26

30 11

8 Lifts, 60+ Trails, 1,200+ Acres

9,700'

1,800'

20% 30% 50%

800.GO-NORTH NorthstarAtTahoe.com Sierra-at-Tahoe

40 13

45 11

17 Lifts, 84 Trails, 2,655 Acres

8,610'

2,280'

13% 62% 25%

877.SKI-2-STAY SierraAtTahoe.com Squaw Valley USA 888.736-9740 squaw.com

72 38

12 40

11 Lifts, 46 Trails, 2,000 Acres

8,852'

2,212'

25% 50% 25%

44 22

33 Lifts, 170+ Trails, 4,000 Acres

9,050'

2,850'

25% 45% 30%

45 27

57 47

10 Lifts, 41 Trails, 380 Acres

7,700'

500'

30% 55% 15%

775.832-1177 diamondpeak.com

32 15

6 Lifts, 30 Trails, 655 Acres

8,540'

1840'

18% 46% 36%

Donner Ski Ranch 530.426-3635 donnerskiranch.com

47 27

57 47

6 Lifts, 52 Trails, 400 Acres

7,781'

750'

25% 50% 25%

Granlibakken 530.583-4242 granlibakken.com

42 22

2 Lifts, 1 Trail

6,500'

300'

40% 60%

Homewood Mountain Resort 530.525-2992 skihomewood.com

19 30

8 Lifts, 60 Trails, 1,260 Acres

8,540'

1,840'

15% 50% 35%

Soda Springs 530.426-1010 skisodasprings.com

48 30

60 50

4 Lifts, 16 Trails, 200 Acres

7,350'

650'

30% 50% 20%

Sugar Bowl 530.426-9000 sugarbowl.com

43 23

59 37

13 Lifts, 84 Trails, 1,500 Acres

8,383'

1,500'

17% 45% 38%

Tahoe Donner 530.587-9444 tahoedonner.com

45 20

40 25

3 Lifts, 120 Acres

7,350'

600'

800.949-3296 skialpine.com Heavenly Ski Resort

800.HEAVENLY skiheavenly.com Kirkwood Mountain Resort

ADDITIONAL RESORTS Boreal 530.426-3666 rideboreal.com Diamond Peak

40% 60%

*Based on double occupancy, some restrictions apply.

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Lodging Reservations: 800.GO-TAHOE Snowphone: 775.831-3211

DIAMOND PEAK

Information: 775.832-1177 On-line: diamondpeak.com

Diamond Peak is conveniently located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, in Incline Village. Diamond Peak has the reputation of being Your Tahoe Place for Kids because of its un-crowded terrain, welcoming staff, incredible views of Lake Tahoe and a family-friendly atmosphere. With complimentary shuttles and close convenient parking, Diamond Peak is easy to get to and hassle free. The top-notch ski school programs and Bee Ferrato Child Ski Center make Diamond Peak the ideal place for families and beginners. Spend quality time with your family out on the slopes and make Diamond Peak Your Tahoe Place!

Lodging Reservations: 866.804-9219 Snowphone: 530.525-2900

Information: 530.525-2992 On-line: SkiHomewood.com

FAST FACTS: TERRAIN: 1,260 acres. TRAILS: 60 trails – 15% Beginner, 50% Intermediate,

FAST FACTS: TERRAIN: 18% beginner, 46% intermediate,

35% Advanced. LIFTS: One high-speed detachable quad (new this year); two triple chairs, one double chair, four surface lifts. SNOWMAKING: 126 acres covered. ELEVATIONS: Base 6,700', summit 8,540'– vertical drop 1,840'. SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL: Daily group and private lessons for adults and children, season-long specialty clinics. CHILDREN’S SERVICES: Daily Snow Rangers Academy, indoor play area, snow tubing, snow carousel. AMENITIES: Seven on-mountain restaurants, retail shop, ski and snowboard school, ski and lodging packages. SKI SHUTTLES: Homewood’s West Shore Dial-A-Ride for on-demand transportation, 530.525-.2922 to reserve. LOCATION: Located via SR 89, 21 miles south of I-80 at Truckee, California. 58 miles west of Reno.

and 36% advanced.

LIFTS: One high-speed detachable quad, two quads, and three doubles.

ELEVATIONS: Base 6,700', summit 8,540'– vertical drop 1,840'

SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL: Extensive instruction for adults and children daily. CHILDREN’S SERVICES: Bee Ferrato Child Ski Center – ages 3 through 7. AMENITIES: Newly renovated base lodge, mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge with sun deck, bar, rental repair shop, sport shop, and outdoor barbeques. SKI SHUTTLES: Free to Incline Village and Crystal Bay. LOCATION: 1210 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451

Highlights: Family & Friends packages, group and private lessons. Beginner rental and lesson packages. Beginner-friendly terrain features. Internationally recognized Child Ski Center. Multi-day ticket discounts. Incredible views of Lake Tahoe. Burton Learn to Ride Center. Newly renovated Base Lodge.

Highlights:

Incline

South Shore

North Shore

Homewood’s South Lodge is home to the Snow Rangers’ Academy, for kids ages 4 to 12, daily programs, including the famed Critter Canyon snow obstacle course, and access to the Quail Triple Chair Lift. South Lodge is available for private parties, corporate outings, group meetings, and intimate winter gatherings.

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CROSS-COUNTRY RESORTS

HOMEWOOD

There’s nothing like the million-dollar view from Homewood Mountain Resort. Everyone – from new skiers to seasoned snowboarders – stops to marvel at the azure perfection of Tahoe’s great mirror atop Madden Triple Chair. As the pride and center of the town of Homewood, California, Homewood Mountain Resort sits a snowball’s throw from the lake’s West Shore. Deemed the gem of Lake Tahoe’s West Shore by “SKI Magazine,” the 1,260-acre mountain offers visitors ﬂawless, peak-to-shore grooming within the historic setting of Tahoe’s West Shore and an intimate family-focused winter experience.

AIRPORT & SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM RENO TO NORTH LAKE TAHOE AND TRUCKEE Trail km

Description

(distance in miles from)

Kirkwood Mountain Resort 209.258-7248 kirkwood.com

Lessons, rentals, snowshoeing, day lodge, 2 warming huts, groomed trails

Northstar Cross-Country 800.GO-NORTH NorthstarAtTahoe.com Royal Gorge XC Ski Resort 800.500-3871 royalgorge.com

40.7

330

Spooner Lake 775.749-5349

2 overnight wilderness cabins

Squaw Creek Nordic 530.583-6300 squaw.com/winter/crosscountry.html

Lessons, rentals, snowshoeing allowed

Tahoe Cross-Country 530.583-5475 tahoexc.org

Lessons, rentals, day lodge, café

Tahoe Donner 530.587-9484

114

48 trails, lessons, retail, rentals and café

Snowshoe and telemark center. Lessons, rentals, groomed trails, childcare 90 trails, lessons, rentals, 10 warming huts, 4 trailside cafés, 2 overnight lodges

spoonerlake.com

3:30 am Until Midnight Photo - Jeff Lamppert

RESERVATIONS:

NorthLakeTahoeExpress.com (866)216-5222

tahoedonner.com

TRUCKEE - NORTH TAHOE TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION “SERVING THE RESORT TRIANGLE SINCE 1990” (530) 581-3922 SkiLakeTahoe.com Skier’s & Boarder’s Winter Vacation Guide

For all other transit: LakeTahoeTransit.com

[GETTING AROUND]

TahoeDonner

To Sacramento

TahoeDonner XC

RENO/ SPARKS

TRUCKEE

Mt. Rose Summit

Royal Gorge XC

267

Donner Lake

Brockway Summit

Northstar XC

KINGS BEACH

CRYSTAL BAY

INCLINE VILLAGE

Diamond Peak

Resort at Squaw Creek XC

28 Tahoe City XC

Alpine Meadows

CARNELIAN BAY

TAHOE CITY

395

To add a unique dimension of fun, board a water taxi from the South Shore to the North Shore and back again. There’s no better way to get up-close-and-personal with the brilliant blue beauty of Lake Tahoe.

Nevada

Northstarat-Tahoe

Spooner Lake XC Spooner Lake

CARSON CITY

Granlibakken HOMEWOOD

Whether you choose to stay and play in Reno or plant yourself near the ski resorts of North Shore or South Shore, you can count on comfortable accommodations in a variety of price ranges. Convenient public transportation whisks you anywhere you choose to go, and an impressive fleet of hotel, motel, and resort shuttles is available all around the lake.

TAHOE VISTA

California

Squaw Valley USA

With so much to do, we make sure that getting from place to place is effortless. Three major arteries—Interstate 80 and U.S. Highways 50 and 395—provide easy access to the Lake Tahoe region. These all-weather freeways branch out to reach resorts and lodging properties throughout Reno, North Shore, and South Shore, so exploring couldn’t be simpler.

Mt. RoseSki Tahoe

Sugar Bowl OLYMPIC VALLEY

In Exploration We Pave the Way.

Reno-Tahoe International Airport

431

Tahoe/Truckee Airport

Lake Tahoe Lak Tahoe

Spooner Summit

GLENBROOK

Homewood Mountain Resort

TAHOMA

MEEKS BAY

Emerald Bay

MINDEN Gondola

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

Heavenly

Hope Valley XC 88

Carson Pass

Tahoe Tours

Avis Rent-A-Car avis.com 800.331-1212

Limos, Local Buses, Shuttles

Narrated tours around the lake with stops at all the must-see spots. Toursoftahoe.com 800.458-9743

Airport transportation

Local Buses

North Lake Tahoe Express Daily airport service to North Lake Tahoe and Truckee areas. Northlaketahoeexpress.com 866.216-5222

Blue Go Bus City bus serving the South Lake Tahoe areas bluego.org 530.541-7149

South Tahoe Express Service from Reno/Tahoe Airport to South Lake Tahoe areas. southtahoeexpress.com 866.898-2463

Limos/tours Aladdin Limo Service Limo coach, Super Stretch and Sedan services for airport transfers, anniversaries, birthdays, weddings and tours. Aladdinlimo.net 800.546-6009

RTC Ride Serving the Reno and Sparks areas rtcwashoe.com 775.348-7433 TART Tahoe Area Regional Transit, City bus serving the North Lake Tahoe areas laketahoetransit.com 800.736-6365

Road Conditions California dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo 800.427-7623 Nevada nevadadot.com/traveler/roads 877.687-6237

Caples Lake

Sierra-at-Tahoe

Greyhound Lines West greyhound.com 800.231-2222

Larry Prosor; Justin Bailie

Alamo goalamo.com 800.GOALAMO

Thrifty Rent-A-Car thrifty.com 800.FOR-CARS

South Lake Tahoe Airport Echo Summit

Limousines, Lincoln Town cars, vans and mini-buses. Serving Reno/Tahoe. Bell-limo.com 800.235-5466

National Car Rental System nationalcar.com 800.CAR-RENT

GARDNERVILLE

MEYERS

To Sacramento

Amtrak General Information amtrak.com 800.872-7245

Enterprise enterprise.com 800.736-8222

Stateline Casinos

Advantage advantage.com 800.777-5500

Dollar dollarcar.com 800.800-4000

207

Bell Limo

Budget Rent-A-Car budget.com 800.527-0700

ROUND HILL

Camp Richardson XC

Buses & Trains

Hertz Rent-A-Car hertz.com 800.654-3131

ZEPHYR COVE

Ski Lake Tahoe Resorts Other Ski Areas

Auto Rental

Kirkwood XC

Kirkwood To Stockton

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Map Illustration: Shelley A Fallon; Map: Kimber Moore

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LAKE TAHOE VISITORS AUTHORITY

NEVADA COMMISSION ON TOURISM

Let’s Do It for The Blue World.

Oh, winter in The Blue World, what a place. Snow piled high and smiles to prove it, lots of fresh powder and soaring spirits, not to mention a ski resort everywhere you go. In The Blue World we believe in long runs, bountiful backcountry and corduroy as far as the eye can see. And that’s not all we believe in. Oh no. We also believe in endless variety and never having a dull moment. That’s why Lake Tahoe is chock-full of world-class hotels and resorts, condos, cozy cabins and affordable motels, plus all sorts of shopping, great restaurants and plenty of gaming. It can make for a busy winter so be sure you’re rested. To learn more about The Blue World call 800-AT-TAHOE or visit BlueLakeTahoe.com.

Bookmark Ski.TravelNevada.com and you’ll be in the know about everything that makes a Nevada ski trip so amazing – ski and stay packages, current road conditions, five-day forecasts, and up-to-the-minute ski resort conditions. With world-class ski resorts and cross-country trails around legendary Lake Tahoe, downhill skiing just outside of Las Vegas at Mt. Charleston, backcountry snowmobiling near Elko, and snowshoeing in peaceful Great Basin National Park, Nevada is your winter sports playground. Go to Ski.TravelNevada.com to order your FREE Nevada Visitors Guide and find out more about incredible Nevada.

Information: 800.AT-TAHOE Website: BlueLakeTahoe.com SkiLakeTahoe.com

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RENO-TAHOE

NORTH LAKE TAHOE VISITORS BUREAUS

America’s Adventure Place.

Day or night, the adventure never stops in Reno-Tahoe. One minute you’re skiing down some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the country, and the next you’re relaxing at an exclusive resort, being pampered in a spa or dining on award-winning cuisine. You’re in Reno-Tahoe, America’s Adventure Place. With the highest concentration of ski resorts in North America, surrounded by a 30-foot snow pack and 22,000 acres of ski-able terrain, the snow opportunities are nearly endless. Reno-Tahoe boasts 18 world-class ski and board resorts and seven cross-country ski resorts all located within 90 minutes of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Take in the awe-inspiring views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada while trying a new adventure like backcountry snowmobiling, moonlight snowshoeing, dog-sledding, or a horse-drawn sleigh ride. When the slopes are dark and the ski day is done, experience top-name headline entertainment or give Lady Luck a try at one of the region’s many casinos that offer exclusive Nevada-style gaming. Your adventures don’t stop when the snow melts. Reno-Tahoe is home to 50 unique golf courses, a whitewater park in the heart of downtown Reno, nationally recognized special events, cultural activities and museums, including Nevada’s only accredited art museum – the Nevada Museum of Art. In a town known for outdoor adventure, Reno-Tahoe is much more than you expect. Adventure waits outside your hotel door 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Log on to VisitRenoTahoe.com or call 800.FOR.RENO to request a visitor planner and learn about our Best Rates program and ski packages.

North Lake Tahoe’s snow is nothing less than a bountiful force of nature. It falls in such abundance upon our celebrated mountains that over the course of the winter, if settling didn’t occur, it would completely bury a four-story building. Snow was the reason those pioneering visionaries more than 50 years ago built their world-famous ski resorts that line the surrounding mountains. Squaw Valley USA. Alpine Meadows. Sugar Bowl. Mt. Rose/Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe… the 12 legendary resorts lay the goods at skiers’ and boarders’ feet. They come for the miles of corduroy groomers that seemingly go on forever until ending at the Lake’s shores. They brave the crazy steeps. And the bumps. And the parks, where gravity is defied in unimaginable ways. Of course, North Lake Tahoe’s snow wouldn’t be nearly as famous if it weren’t for the nearly 300 days of sun that bless the North Shore annually. North Lake Tahoe’s 180-degrees of fine dining, casino gaming, headliner music and marquee events complete the picture. To learn more about North Lake Tahoe and our incredible snow, visit GoTahoeNorth.com. You’ll find details on the aptly named 7-Mountain Interchangeable Lift Pass (one pass for seven resorts) and online-only Cool Deals. Plus, you’ll see how easy it is to get to Reno/Tahoe International from anywhere in the country, and once here, how simple it is to move around, whether by rental car or via the North Lake Tahoe Express. We look forward to seeing you!

Information: 800.FOR.RENO Website: VisitRenoTahoe.com SkiLakeTahoe.com

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[THINGS TO DO & LODGING]

Far left: TomZikas.com; Sushi Bar/MontBleu

[THINGS TO DO]

A big part of Lake Tahoe’s appeal is the variety of things to do. Whether you want to surround yourself with fast-paced action, indulge in creature comforts, or sample everything under the sun, you’ve come to the right place.

A Typical Week at Lake Tahoe Might Include: ■

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Struttin’ your stuff in the terrain park Freeskiing championship races Winter carnival Shopping for designer gear Dinner—Japanese

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Cross-country skiing Snobiking Dinner—Italian Caberet show Hot tubbing

Day 7

Mogul bumping Snowmobiling Celebrity ski race Dogsledding Massage Dinner—casino buffet Gaming—blackjack, poker, Pai Gow, roulette, craps, slots

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Halfpipe heaven Golfing—yep, in winter Sledding Ski-run torchlight parade Dinner—seafood Comedy show

Day 5

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Powder skiing Hot-air balloon ride Snowshoeing Indoor rock climbing Dinner—vegetarian Nightclub dancing

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Skiing or boarding down the canyon Ice skating Hot springs Art exhibit Dinner—Mexican Nevada-style revue

In Lodging We Welcome You Home.

Sleep—you’ve probably heard of it. It’s the stuff you’re forced to do so you have the energy to tackle another Tahoe day. We make sure it’s a pleasant part of the package by offering thousands of rooms in North Shore, South Shore, and Reno—and one of them will be just right for you. Choose the ski-in/ski-out convenience of a slopeside condo or the amenities-laden opulence of a casino/hotel. Settle into a European-inspired chalet or a cozy cabin in the trees. Play house in an efficiency apartment. You name it and we’ll turn down the covers for you. Now get some rest. You’ve got a big day tomorrow.

Tom Zikas/Camp Richardson

RENO

Far left: LTVA; Far right: Kirkwood

e-S r u s a e l In P

Day 4

Speeding down a corrugated expressway Snow tubing Paddlewheeler cruise on the Lake Dinner—French Moonlight sleigh ride

Justin Ba ilie

Day 1

Atlantis Casino Resort 800.723-6500 Circus Circus Reno 866.230-6652 Eldorado Hotel Casino 877.670-3673 Harrah’s Reno 800.874-3232 John Ascuaga’s Nugget Hotel Casino Resort 800.803-6918 Peppermill Hotel Casino Resort 866.648-6992 Silver Legacy Resort Casino 800.MUST-SEE

Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort 800.737-9884 Marriott Grand Residence Club Lake Tahoe 866.274-7131 MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa 800.648-3353 Ridge Tahoe Resort 800.334-1600 Vacation Resorts International 866.469-8222

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE 36 36 31 33 40

34 35

Best Western Station House Inn 46 800.822-5953 Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Resort 37 800.988-9892 Forest Suites Resort 38 800.822-5950 Harrah’s Lake Tahoe 32 800.HARRAHS Harveys Lake Tahoe 32 800.HARVEYS Horizon Casino Resort Lake Tahoe39 800.648-3322 Lakeland Village Beach & 40 Mountain Resort 800.822-5969 Lakeside Inn and Casino 41 800.624-7980

46 41

42 43 45

NORTH LAKE TAHOE/ TRUCKEE Donner Lake Village 800.924-9960 Granlibakken Resort & Conference Center 877.543-4768

37 38

Northstar-at-Tahoe Lodging 888.345-9928 Plumpjack 888.758-6752 Resort at Squaw Creek 800.497-9348 Squaw Valley Lodge 800.549-4567 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Lodging 800.757-9763 The Village at Squaw Valley USA 866.817-6956

42 46 43 44 44 46

INCLINE VILLAGE/ CRYSTAL BAY Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort Spa & Casino 800.994-9288

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Named Best Br ewpub in America

Voted Best Concer t Venue Venue

Voted Luckiest Place to Gamble

Reservations: 877.670-3673

Information: 775.786-5700

Website: eldoradoreno.com

ELDORADO HOTEL CASINO After a day on the slopes,check out Reno’s hottest après-ski nightlife. When the last run of the day ends, the fun just begins at the Eldorado. Sleep? That can wait until after your ski vacation! There’s too much to do with nine tempting restaurants, sensational nightlife, cool shows, and hot casino action! Don’t miss the martini bar, microbrewery, wine bar, and BuBinga nightclub. Located just a short drive from world-class skiing and boarding. Be a winner...stay at the Eldorado Hotel Casino...what are you waiting for? The Eldorado is in the heart of the excitement... in the heart of downtown Reno! • Ice Skating Rink – An outdoor rink located on the Truckee River • Sierra Nevada Baseball Stadium (Spring 2009) – Featuring the AAA farm team for the Arizona Diamondbacks • West Street Market – Outdoor urban market

FAST FACTS:

R AT E S & PA C K A G E S :

TYPE OF PROPERTY: Luxury Hotel Casino ADDRESS: 345 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89501 LOCATION: 35 miles from Lake Tahoe in Reno, Nevada. NUMBER OF ROOMS: 817 beautifully appointed rooms including Reno’s best suites.

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Non-smoking rooms available.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Nine restaurants, BuBinga nightclub, showroom, microbrewery, martini bar, wine bar, 24-hour room service, boutiques, convention center, valet parking, video arcade, heated outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi,® ski shuttles, snow conditions hotline, and discounted lift tickets.

You’re the boss! Create the ski vacation that’s perfect for you. Packages starting from $69* per person. What are you waiting for? Our website makes it easy to create your own ski vacation and receive an instantaneous, no obligation quote. You decide where to ski, if you want shuttle transportation and how many nights to stay. Packages include a $10 food voucher and show discounts.

*Offer valid through April 2009. Subject to ski resorts’ operating schedules and shuttle transportation company’s operating schedule. Subject to availability. Excludes holidays and special event periods. Weekend prices slightly higher.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Free to and from Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Shuttle to Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, and Squaw Valley USA.

SkiLakeTahoe.com

For Reservations & Information: 800.HARRAHS or 800.HARVEYS

Website: TotalRewardsTahoe.com

Reservations: 800.874-3232

Information: 775.786-3232

HARRAH’S RENO

HARRAH’S/HARVEYS LAKE TAHOE Breathtaking scenery, endless recreation, and non-stop fun at Harrah’s/Harveys. Combining a special blend of luxury, beauty, great guest service and casino entertainment, Harrah’s/Harveys Lake Tahoe maintains a long tradition as one of the highest-rated casino hotels in the country. Lake Tahoe is the perfect destination, and Harrah’s/Harveys Lake Tahoe is the perfect place to be!

Website: HarrahsReno.com

Breathtaking scenery, endless recreation, and non-stop fun. Imagine a fabulous day of skiing in the Sierra Nevada mountains followed by an evening of fantastic food, great entertainment and exciting casino action in the heart of downtown Reno. Harrah’s Reno makes it easy for you to kick off the winter season in style with packages that are completely flexible. Whether you want to stay one night or one week, our friendly Sales Department can put together a customized package just for you! Call Harrah’s Reno Ski Package Department at 800.874-3232. For groups of 20 or more call Harrah’s Group Sales Department at 866.736-6427.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Hotel/Casino/Resort ADDRESS: 15 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449, fax: 775.586-6552 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 512 ROOM AMENITIES: 512 spacious deluxe guest rooms and suites with two complete bathrooms –

TYPE OF PROPERTY: Hotel/Casino ADDRESS: 18 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449, fax: 775.586-6502 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 738 PROPERTY AMENITIES: Harveys Hotel & Casino features 738 rooms and suites, five restaurants,

TYPE OF PROPERTY: Hotel/Casino ADDRESS: 219 North Center Street, Reno, NV 89501 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 928 luxurious rooms, including 785 suites. ROOM AMENITIES: Harrah’s features 928 recently renovated, beautifully appointed rooms and suites,

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each with its own television and telephone.

a full-service health club, pool, convention center, poker room, Lake Tahoe’s biggest Race and Sports Book, wedding chapel, and arcade. Also, home of the Improv, featuring the world’s funniest comedians. This property recently received the Mobil Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond Award for overall excellence.

wireless Internet access, and 24-hour gourmet room service.

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SHUTTLE SERVICE: Valet and self-parking complimentary as well as free shuttle service to and from the Reno/Tahoe Airport.

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Award-winning innovative shows, five restaurants to please any palate, full-service spa, beauty salon, convention center, indoor pool, children’s arcade, and plenty of shopping. Mobil Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond Award for overall excellence.

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PROPERTY AMENITIES:

A full-size health club, spa and seasonal pool, seven great restaurants, convention center, nightly shows, lounges, and shopping.

From $79 per person*: • One night’s room and tax. • One adult lift ticket per person to Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe. • Complimentary special breakfast. • 50% off show ticket. Additional nights and lift tickets are available. You can customize your package with up to nine ski resorts to choose from.

*Packages based on double occupancy with hotel stay of Sunday through Thursday night. Packages based on availability and exclude holidays or special event dates. Management reserves all rights. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 800.522-4700. ©2008, Harrah’s License Company, LLC.

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Reservations: 866.926-4653

Information: 775.826-2121

Website: PeppermillReno.com

Reservations & Information: 800.MUST-SEE (800.687-8733)

PEPPERMILL RESORT, SPA, CASINO

Website: silverlegacy.com

SILVER LEGACY RESORT CASINO Let’s Legacy.

“Top 10 Casinos in America” – MSN with Citysearch. Nestled at the base of the majestic Sierra, near world-class skiing and boarding, is northern Nevada’s premier resort, the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino. During your visit, enjoy Tuscan elegance while relaxing in one of the Peppermill’s luxurious rooms and suites. Savor the best food in northern Nevada at our 11 award-winning restaurants or mingle in our 17 bars and lounges. After a day on the slopes, soothe your muscles in a hot tub, marble steam room, Finnish sauna, or with a relaxing massage in our new three-story spa and salon that is modeled after the ancient baths of Rome. If you’re looking for entertainment, the Peppermill offers the hottest and newest casino games, a new electrifying nightclub, free nightly musical acts, your favorite sports team in high-definition, and state-of-the-art arcade video games. Come visit the Peppermill and feel the warmth of Tuscany.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resort, Spa, Casino ADDRESS: 2707 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 1,635 rooms and suites ROOM AMENITIES: 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi access, digital movie system, high-definition television,

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refreshment center, marble bathrooms, European soaking tubs in Tuscany rooms, pillow-top mattresses, and luxurious triple sheeting.

PROPERTY AMENITIES:

11 restaurants, 17 bars and lounges, nightclub, world-class, three-story spa and salon, fitness center, casino, video game arcade.

*Subject to availability. Not available to groups. Prices per person, double occupancy. Some restrictions may apply.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Premier Resort Hotel Casino ADDRESS: 407 North Virginia Street, PO Box 3920, Reno, NV 89505, phone: 800.MUST-SEE NUMBER OF ROOMS: 1,720 ROOM AMENITIES: Deluxe rooms and spa suites, wireless Internet access, hair dryers, ironing boards,

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voicemail, in-room movies and 24-hour room service.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Northern Nevada’s tallest structure reaching 400 feet above downtown Reno, health spa, massages, salon, full-service business center, gift shop and coffee house. Catch-A-Rising Star Comedy Club, Aura Ultra Lounge, Drinx Lounge and Rum Bullions Island Bar.

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SHUTTLE SERVICE: Airport shuttle.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Free airport shuttle. SkiLakeTahoe.com

Ski Packages starting at $69* Introductory package includes: • One-night stay in a luxurious Montego Bay room Sunday - Thursday. • $5 food voucher per person. • One lift ticket per person to Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe. • Transportation to selected ski/boarding resorts (may carry an extra charge). • Tuscany Tower suites, Peppermill Tower rooms and suites, lift tickets to other ski resorts, and weekend or customized packages are available.

Stay and play with us at Silver Legacy Resort Casino! Our historically-themed resort casino located in the heart of downtown Reno boasts every amenity for a perfect getaway destination: top-name entertainment, Catch-A-Rising Star Comedy Club, six fabulous restaurants and eateries, 85,000 square feet of thrilling gaming space, elegant boutique shopping, an award-winning health spa and exciting nightlife with Aura Ultra Lounge, Rum Bullions Island Bar – Reno’s only Rum Bar and Drinx Lounge. Silver Legacy is connected to Eldorado and Circus Circus via indoor walkways, forming Northern Nevada’s largest entertainment resort complex and all just minutes away from worldclass skiing and snowboarding.

Customize your own package starting at $69:* • One night’s accommodation. • One all-day lift ticket per person to Northstar-At-Tahoe™ Resort, Mt. Rose Ski-Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Alpine Meadows or Squaw Valley USA. Ask about our “Kids Ski Free” promotion at Northstar-At-Tahoe™ Resort. • Ski Shuttle available to select resorts. • One $7 food credit per person to Flavors! the Buffet, Café Sedona, Sips Coffee & Tea, or Fresh Express Food Court. • Free airport shuttle. • Valet and self-parking. For reservations, please contact Silver Legacy at 800.687-8733 and ask for a ski specialist or book online at www.silverlegacy.com.

*Prices are per person, based on two skiers per room. Offer valid November 2008 through April 2009, subject to availability. Package price valid Sunday through Thursday, weekend prices are slightly higher. Prices may vary depending on ski resort chosen. Some restrictions apply.

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ATLANTIS CASINO RESORT SPA

DONNER LAKE VILLAGE

Voted “Reno’s Best Hotel Casino & Loosest Slots!”.

On beautiful Donner Lake.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Casino Resort Spa ADDRESS: 3800 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 1,000 luxuriously appointed rooms. ROOM AMENITIES: High-speed Internet access (wired and

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Condominium Resort ADDRESS: 15695 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 64 ROOM AMENITIES: Microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker,

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$89* Midweek Ski Package – stay at Donner Lake Village and ski at Sugar Bowl.

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Larger rooms and weekends available at a higher rate. Call for rates and availability.

wireless). Completely remodeled, Reno’s only concierge hotel tower, complete with VIP check-in, butler service and Exclusive Concierge Lounge with continental breakfast and afternoon hors d’oeuvres. PROPERTY AMENITIES: Full-service Spa & Salon, indoor & outdoor pools and Jacuzzi® spas, state-of-the-art fitness facility, eight exceptional dining choices, ten captivating bars, FREE cabaret entertainment and Family Fun Center.

Starting at $85* per person: • One night luxury tower accommodations – Concierge and suite upgrades available. • One full-day lift ticket per person – mix-and-match ski resorts for the ultimate ski/snowboard experience. • $5 food voucher per person (use in any of our 8 exceptional restaurants). • Free Health Spa day pass. • Custom individual and group packages available.

hair dryer, ironing board, DVD/VCR, color cable TV, voicemail, and complimentary wireless Internet access in all rooms. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites have a kitchenette.

*$89 per person, per night, double occupancy in a lodgette. Sunday through Thursday, non-holiday. Does not include tax. Lift ticket(s) valid at Sugar Bowl ski resort. Other resorts available.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Two saunas, peaceful lake-view sitting areas, fireplace lounge, three miles to Sugar Bowl ski resort, seasonal marina with boat rentals, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access.

*Per Person based on double occupancy. Sunday-Thursday, weekends available at a higher rate. Subject to promotional availability.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Ski shuttle available. Free airport shuttle.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Complimentary shuttle to Sugar Bowl.

Embark on a journey to Atlantis where newly remodeled accommodations await you. After hitting the slopes, satisfy your palate in our eight exceptional dining choices with cuisine that inspires your imagination. Then travel the road to nirvana with our new Spa at Atlantis, Northern Nevada’s newest health spot for wellness and relaxation. Our new Aqua Lounge with whirlpool and cold plunge complements our indoor & outdoor pools, saunas, steam rooms, tea lounge and state-of-the-art fitness facility. Voted “Best Casino”. Play the hottest slots, video poker and table games. Experience our new Poker Room, Race & Sports Book. Everything you are looking for and more!

Truly the Sierra’s best for alpine and Nordic skiing. Located off all-weather I-80. Minutes from Alpine Meadows, Boreal,™ Donner Ski Ranch, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, and Royal Gorge Nordic Center. This lakefront property includes two saunas, common fireplace lounge and tranquil lakeside sitting areas. Spring, summer and fall activities include full marina with private beach, boat slip and boat rentals. Historic downtown Truckee is only minutes away. Nevada-style gaming about 30 minutes away.

Reservations: 800.723-6500

Information: 775.825-4700

Website: AtlantisCasino.com

Reservations: 800.924-9960

Information: 530.587-6081

EMBASSY SUITES LAKE TAHOE HOTEL & SKI RESORT

CIRCUS CIRCUS RENO

Steps from the casinos and next door to Heavenly’s gondola.

Great rates – fun included!

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Full-Service Hotel Casino ADDRESS: 500 North Sierra Street, Reno, NV 89503 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 1,572 rooms and suites. PROPERTY AMENITIES: Six sensational restaurants, including

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: All-Suites Resort ADDRESS: 4130 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe,

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the new Smoking’ Gecko’s BBQ, a unique Midway of Fun, and an expansive casino floor with all the latest gaming action! We also feature a complimentary workout facility with on-call masseuse and downtown Reno’s largest free parking facility.

Taste of the Sierra Package* for $175 per person includes: • Three nights hotel stay at Circus Circus. • One full day adult lift ticket to Mount Rose-Ski Tahoe. • One full day adult lift ticket to your choice at Alpine Meadows, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, or Squaw Valley USA. • One $5 food voucher per person.

CA 96150, fax: 530.544-7643, phone: 800.988-9892

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 400 ROOM AMENITIES: Hair dryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, satellite TV, WiFi access, HBO, and ski rack. two TVs, microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator and morning newspaper. Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening Manager’s Reception always included. At-resort Echo restaurant/lounge, gift shop, indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi,® free ski/board check, and covered valet parking.

*Package price is per person based on double occupancy in a Sky Tower standard room Sunday-Thursday. Friday and Saturday rates are also available. Transportation not included. Cannot be combined with other offers or customized packages. Management reserves all rights. Rates are subject to change.

Information: 800.648-5010

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Visit embassytahoe.com for incredible ski/board packages and savings like our Premier Ski/Snowboard Snowfest Package: seven suite nights and five glorious days of skiing/boarding at your choice of seven world-class resorts for just $1999*! All lodging includes a spacious two-room suite, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening Manager’s Reception** . Located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, Embassy Suites is steps from the Heavenly Gondola and from non-skier activities such as shopping, ice skating, cinema, gaming, and more. Perfect for the whole family. Easy access to and from Reno/Tahoe International Airport on the South Tahoe Express.

*Rate is per suite, single or double occupancy. Does not include tax and surcharge. Subject to availability and snow conditions. Estimated valid date 12/01/08-4/30/09 (weather/snow dependent). Excludes Holidays and special events. **Subject to state and local laws. 2008 Hilton Hospitality, Inc.

Located in the heart of downtown Reno, Circus Circus is your headquarters for winter fun! Located in three towers, our hotel rooms are elegantly appointed and spacious. Each room offers views of either the majestic Sierra Nevada or downtown Reno’s luminous cityscape. Only a short drive away from the north shore of Lake Tahoe, we offer great ski packages that can be customized to meet your needs. Make us your base camp for your next winter adventure!

Reservations: 866.230-6652

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PROPERTY AMENITIES: Spacious two-room suites feature

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Free airport shuttle.

Website: donnerlakevillage.com

South Shore’s only luxurious, all-suites resort. Just steps from the casinos and the slopes of Heavenly Mountain Resort and its high-speed gondola. Featuring spacious, two-room suites, luxurious resort amenities, and Embassy Suites’ signature hospitality including complimentary cookedto-order breakfast and evening Manager’s Reception.

Website: circusreno.com

Reservations: 800.988-9892

Information: 530.544-5400

Website: embassytahoe.com

FOREST SUITES RESORT

HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE RESORT, SPA AND CASINO

At the Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola. FAST FACTS:

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resort/Condo-Style Suites ADDRESS: 1 Lake Parkway, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150,

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One- and two-bedroom suites with kitchen from $139/night.

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Ski/snowboard packages from $165/person:* • Spacious one-bedroom suite with full kitchen. • Complimentary continental breakfast buffet. • Complimentary wireless Internet. • Lift ticket choice of Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, or Sierra-at-Tahoe.®

fax: 530.544-3135, e-mail: info@forestsuites.com

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 102 suites, 17 hotel rooms. ROOM AMENITIES: Suites – complete kitchen, dining area, spacious living room with sleeper sofa, large closets, and in-room valuables safe. Hotel rooms – king bed or two double beds. In-room coffee maker and valuables safe.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Onsite wedding chapel, meeting facilities, game room, complimentary continental breakfast buffet daily.

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Tahoe Lakefront Luxury. FAST FACTS:

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Luxurious Lakefront Resort,

Spa and Casino

ADDRESS: 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV 89451 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 422 PROPERTY AMENITIES: Ski/snowboard rental shop and storage, 20,000-square-foot Stillwater Spa, outdoor year-round lagoon-style swimming pool with indoor “swim-out” access, two oversized jet spas, complete fitness center, four restaurants, two cocktail lounges with live music, 24-hour casino excitement.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Complimentary scheduled transportation to select ski areas and other attractions. Please check with concierge for schedule.

Visit forestsuites.com for more special rates and packages!

service available.

Selection of Slopes: From $319.* Includes one-night deluxe room accommodations, two adult lift tickets to your choice of Alpine Meadows, Squaw Valley USA, Heavenly, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe™, Homewood or Diamond Peak and a complimentary shuttle to and from select resorts.**

* Per room, per night, based on double occupancy. $319 weekday (Sun.-Thurs.), $359 weekend (Fri., Sat.). Rate includes guestroom, room tax, resort fee, resort fee tax. Valid dates: 12/1/08-4/15/09, blackout dates 12/19/08-1/2/09, 1/16-19/09, 2/13-22/09. Reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Offer is not valid for groups or conventions. Additional charges may apply to room-type upgrades. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this offer at any time. **Free shuttle service available to Alpine Meadows, Diamond Peak, Northstar or Squaw Valley USA. Check with concierge for shuttle availability and times.

*Price is per person based on double occupancy – some restrictions apply.

Complimentary continental breakfast buffet every morning! Spacious one- and two-bedroom suites located in the heart of Heavenly Village, only steps from the Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola and the Nevada casinos. Heated outdoor swimming pool, two hot tubs, fitness center with sauna, massage therapy studio, ski rental and repair shop, cocktail lounge, children’s game room, laundry facilities, and free covered parking. AAA Three-Diamond rating.

Reservations: 800.822-5950

Information: 530.541-6655

What could be more impressive than the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe’s lakefront location? Perhaps our outstanding amenities and top-notch service. Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe from our Lakeside Cottages (in photo). Treat yourself to soothing massages at the Stillwater Spa. Take a dip in our outdoor, lagoon-style pool heated year-round. Savor memorable meals at one of our four restaurants (one on the Lake) after a day on Lake Tahoe’s worldclass slopes. You don’t have to venture far to find the perfect alpine après-ski experience with two cocktail lounges, live music and a 24-hour casino on-site.

Website: forestsuites.com

Reservations: 800.994-9288

GRANLIBAKKEN CONFERENCE CENTER AND LODGE

Information: 775.832-1234

HORIZON CASINO RESORT LAKE TAHOE Skiers are hitting the slopes at an incredible rate these days.

The perfect Tahoe getaway. FAST FACTS:

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Hotel/Casino/Resort ADDRESS: PO Box C, Stateline, NV 89449, phone: 800.648-3322 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 539, including suites. ROOM AMENITIES: 24-hour casino, three hot tubs, free valet

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74-acre resort with 18,000 square-feet of meeting facilities and small ski & sledding hill.

ADDRESS:

725 Granlibakken Road, PO Box 6329, Tahoe City, CA 96145, fax: 530.583-7641

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 188 ROOM AMENITIES: Beautifully appointed, hotel-style rooms, suites and one- to eight-bedroom town-homes, complete with free high-speed Internet access. Rooms have cable TV and DVD. Suites and condos include deck, fireplace, and full kitchen.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Year-round pool, hot tub, and sauna. On-site ski/snowboard/sledding hill with lessons and rental shop. Access to miles of ungroomed cross-country and snowshoe terrain.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Shuttle service to/from the Reno/Tahoe International Airport by reservation.

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Tahoe’s Best Ski/Board package from $109*: • Comfortable lodging. • Hot breakfast buffet. • One adult lift ticket valid at your choice of Alpine Meadows, Homewood Mountain Resort, Mt. RoseSki Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe,® Squaw Valley USA, or Sugar Bowl. Meet & Ski package from $186*: • Comfortable lodging. • Three delicious meals. • Meeting space. • Lift ticket to one of the above mentioned resorts. All packages include access to heated pool, spa, saunas and on-site ski/sledding hill. Check out our new Thanksgiving Special – Includes lodging, dinner and breakfast for four. From $95/person/night for a suite.

parking or covered self-parking garage, ski rental and ski clothing shop, ski storage, check cashing service, safe deposit boxes. Arcade and amusement center, wedding chapel, executive fitness center, shopping gallery, three restaurants, Starbucks, and an eight-plex cinema.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: To/from Reno/Tahoe International Airport via the South Tahoe Express.

Minutes from Lake Tahoe and premier ski areas, Granlibakken offers warm hospitality in our snow-covered valley. This hideaway is your ultimate winter wonderland with cross-country trails, on-site ski hill & snow-play area. During the holidays, we feature Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & traditional Christmas dinner and New Year’s party with champagne buffet dinner. Breakfast buffet included everyday.

Reservations & Information: 877.543-4768

$99.95 Vertical Value – Per person, double occupancy, includes tax. Sunday through Thursday: • Friday and Saturday $119.95 throughout 2008/2009 ski season. • Guest room, Aspen Tower, double bed. • One lift ticket, per person, at choice of Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe,® or Squaw Valley USA. • Ski shuttle to select resorts. • On-site ski rental available. • Upgrade to a deluxe room in our Alpine Tower for $30 Sunday-Thursday, and $50 Friday and Saturday.

The Horizon Casino Resort is located on the beautiful South Shore of Lake Tahoe. All of the premier ski resorts are located just minutes away. 539 rooms offer spectacular views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada. Enjoy 24-hour gaming excitement, cabaret shows, free live music and dancing and an eight-plex movie theater. Three great restaurants allow you to choose from buffet to gourmet, all at an affordable price. Come see for yourself why you matter more at the Horizon Casino Resort.

*Per person/night, double occupancy. Subject to availability. Excludes holidays.

Website: laketahoe.hyatt.com

Website: granlibakken.com

Reservations: 800.648-3322

Information: 775.588-6211

Website: horizoncasino.com

JOHN ASCUAGA'S NUGGET RESORT CASINO

LAKESIDE INN AND CASINO

Do the Nugget Tonight! FAST FACTS:

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Luxurious Hotel/Casino/Resort ADDRESS: 1100 Nugget Avenue, PO Box 30030, Reno, NV 89520 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 1,400 ROOM AMENITIES: Deluxe guest rooms are spacious

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and richly appointed, quality furnishings, and wireless Internet connectivity. 24-hour room service. Luxury suites offer upscale amenities such as Jacuzzi® tub, entertainment center, and wet bar.

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Free from the Reno/Tahoe International Airport to the Nugget, five minutes away.

There’s a lot to like at Lakeside.

Starting from $75 per person, per night-double occupancy. Subject to availability. • Ski at your choice of 11 Lake Tahoe resorts: Alpine Meadows, Boreal, Diamond Peak, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Homewood Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Mount Rose-Ski Tahoe, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe,® Squaw Valley USA, and Sugar Bowl. • Relax in our spa with complimentary year-round pool, Jacuzzi,® and state-of-the-art health club. • Ask about our transportation options.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Hotel/Casino ADDRESS: Highway 50 at Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV 89449 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 124 ROOM AMENITIES: Hair dryers, coffee makers, iron and ironing

January, February, March 2009 rates:

board, satellite TV, HBO, free Wi-Fi.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: 24-hour casino, 24-hour restaurant,

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Winter Ski/Board packages:* Custom packages available including discounted lift tickets and food options. Call for details to create your package.

Latin Soul Restaurant, year-round hot tub and seasonal pool. Centrally located on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore minutes from Heavenly Mountain Resort and other outdoor mountain sports.

SHUTTLE SERVICE:

Ground transportation options – South Tahoe Express, Reno/Tahoe Airport to and from Lakeside Inn. Ski shuttles – Heavenly Mountain Resort and Sierra-at-Tahoe,® free. Other resorts, minimal fee.

*Non holiday periods, based on availability and subject to change.

Catch the friendly, local vibe at Lakeside. Enjoy a day on the slopes and an evening of local fun at Lakeside. Locals know this is the place to play, to eat and to mingle with friends. Catch all the sports action in The Tavern on the big screens, jump into the karaoke party or try your luck in the casino. Lakeside is the place to pick up tidbits about the local area from the locals. Reserve your room, build your custom package and know that you are making the right choice to live like a local.

Less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Sierra Nevada and Lake Tahoe, John Ascuaga’s Nugget Resort Casino features panoramic mountain views, top-name entertainment, an atrium pool and spa, and a health club and salon offering relaxing massages. The Nugget also features eight award-winning restaurants and endless casino action.

Reservations & Information: 800.803-6918

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Website: janugget.com

LAKELAND VILLAGE BEACH & MOUNTAIN RESORT

Reservations: 800.624-7980

Information: 775.588-7777

MARRIOTT GRAND RESIDENCE CLUB, LAKE TAHOE Luxury on the South Shore.

Tahoe’s premier lakefront condominium resort. FAST FACTS:

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Condominiums with hotel amenities. ADDRESS: 3535 Lake Tahoe Boulevard,

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Luxury Mountain Condominiums ADDRESS: 1001 Heavenly Valley Way,

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South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, fax: 530.544-0193

NUMBER OF ROOMS:

207, from studios through five-bedroom town-homes.

ROOM AMENITIES: Fireplace and kitchen in all units, private deck or balcony, satellite TV with HBO, daily maid service, room service, direct-dial phones, coffee, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and VCR.

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PROPERTY AMENITIES: Free continental breakfast during ski season and Wi-Fi high-speed wireless Internet available.

SHUTTLE SERVICE: Free private shuttle, one-mile to casinos, Heavenly Mountain Resort and around town. Free shuttle to most other major ski resorts.

First Tracks $199* per person, Opening through 12/23/2008: • Two-nights’ lodging in a deluxe king studio. • Two lift tickets each at daily choice of six resorts.** • Continental breakfast daily.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 199 ROOM AMENITIES: Spacious studio, one-, two- and threebedroom residences, including a limited number of penthouses. King bed in master suite. Double bed in guest rooms. Luxurious soaking tub and separate shower in master suite. Separate living and dining room areas with TV, VCR, and fully-equipped kitchen and fireplace in most.

Tahoe Sampler $363* per person, 1/04/2009 - 3/28/2009: • Three nights in a one-bedroom suite. • Three lift tickets each at daily choice of six resorts.** • Continental breakfast daily.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Bell and concierge service.

*Price is per person, tax not included, double occupancy based on availability, holidays excluded. **Restrictions apply. Visit our website to book online.

Reservations: 800.822-5969

Information: 530.544-1685

Call for special ski season rates.

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Underground valet parking. Located adjacent to Heavenly Mountain Resort’s high-speed gondola. Ski storage.

Tahoe’s premier condominium resort is located less than a mile from Heavenly Mountain Resort and one mile west of the casinos. Studios and suites in the lodge, and one- through five-bedroom town-homes on our 19 acres of grounds, all with full kitchen, fireplace, and daily housekeeping. Relax in our year-round pool, two hot tubs, sauna, and new fitness room. Enjoy condominium comfort with hotel amenities. Groups welcome, call ext. 723, or e-mail: stay@lakeland-village.com.

Website: lakesideinn.com

Marriott Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe is the most spacious way to enjoy the splendor of Lake Tahoe. Located in South Lake Tahoe’s bustling new village, you’re in the heart of everything with the gondola just steps from your door, and world-class casinos and nightlife just a short distance away.

Website: lakeland-village.com

Reservations & Information: 866.274-7131

Website: GrandResidenceClub.com

RESORT AT SQUAW CREEK

MONTBLEU RESORT

Where every adventure can be celebrated – sun or snow!

Cosmopolitan by nature. FAST FACTS:

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resort/Hotel/Casino ADDRESS: 55 Highway 50, Lake Tahoe, NV 89449 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 440 ROOM AMENITIES: Spectacular lake and mountain views from

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: AAA Four-Diamond Resort ADDRESS: 400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 405 newly renovated luxury rooms/suites. PROPERTY AMENITIES: Ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley

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The Resort at Squaw Creek is one of California’s premier mountain resorts, and with 53 million dollars in renovations it is even better. With rooms starting at $199 nightly and a variety of special ski, golf, and family lodging packages, we invite you to come and enjoy ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley USA, unwind in the spa or outdoor heated pools after a day on the slopes, relax by the fire in your private suite, and sleep like a bear in our signature “deep powder” beds. Come experience the best with the Resort at Squaw Creek.

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For reservations or more information call 800.4979348 or visit our website at skiatsquawcreek.com.

nearly all guest rooms. Aveda products in every room.

PROPERTY AMENITIES:

Full-service spa and fitness center, lagoon-style indoor pool, four restaurants, convention and meeting capabilities, a nightclub and ultra lounge, Bleu Wave yacht available for charter, as well as wireless Internet throughout the resort.

Enjoy one night Ski & Stay Package with prices starting at $199* per night. Includes one night accommodations in our deluxe or spa room; two ski lift tickets to the resort of your choice – Heavenly Mountain Resort, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe,® or Squaw Valley USA. Please mention code PMSKI09 when making your reservation. Valid November 16, 2008 through April 20, 2009.

USA. World-class recreation including: alpine and cross-country skiing, golfing, hiking, biking, and more. An 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course, full-service salon, spa, fitness center, and year-round outdoor heated pools. Retail boutique, winter sports store, and pro-shop. Dining room and patio seating at the exquisite Six Peaks Grille or at Sandy’s Pub, Squaw’s only sports bar. Indoor/outdoor conference space totals over 45,000 square feet to handle corporate events, weddings and receptions, family and social reunions, association gatherings, and other special functions. SHUTTLE SERVICE: Yes

*Plus tax. Subject to availability. Excludes groups and holidays.

MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa brings a taste of Las Vegas sophistication and excitement to the beautiful natural wonders of Lake Tahoe. Formerly known as Caesars Tahoe, the 440-room MontBleu made its official debut on May 24, 2006 with an array of new and contemporary venues including four distinct restaurants, four chic nightlife venues, a 40,000square-foot remodeled casino, brand new poker room and a luxurious new spa. MontBleu offers guests an elevated casino-resort experience set within the natural beauty of South Lake Tahoe – an ideal combination, perfect for all four seasons.

Reservations: 800.648-3353

Information: 800.648-3353

The Resort at Squaw Creek sits at the base of the magnificent peaks of Squaw Valley USA, home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. This newly remodeled Four-Diamond, luxury resort offers ski-in/ski-out access during the winter and world-class recreation and endless mountain trails during the summer. The Resort at Squaw Creek is the perfect place to get away, for outdoor adventures, relaxing at the full-service spa and lounging by the pool, exquisite dining amid breathtaking views, or for unwinding by the fire in your luxurious suite. Come and stay, and truly get away!

Reservations & Information: 800.497-9348

Website: montbleuresort.com

NORTHSTAR-AT-TAHOE™ RESORT

RIDGE TAHOE RESORT

North Lake Tahoe’s most complete mountain resort with slope-side accommodations.

Slopeside accommodations next to Heavenly Mountain Resort.

Official 08.09 Partner

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Full Destination Mountain Resort ADDRESS: Highway 267, between Truckee and North Lake Tahoe –

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TYPE OF PROPERTY:

2008-2009 Season.

40 miles from Reno/Tahoe International Airport.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 240 ROOM AMENITIES: Most accommodations offer fully-equipped kitchen, dishwasher, fireplace, TV/DVD players, HBO, Wi-Fi access.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Access to Recreation Center, including fitness center, outdoor spas, and pool. On-site licensed childcare facility. Free mountain tours. Free long distance.

Website: skiatsquawcreek.com

Northstar Resort offers special lodging packages throughout the season including the Stay & Ski Free™ and Stay 3 Nights, Get the 4th Night Free packages; restrictions apply.. Choose from hotel-style rooms, to condominiums to mountain homes. All guests enjoy complimentary on-site shuttle service and access to the Northstar Recreation Center with outdoor spas, swimming pools, fitness center, game room, and other amenities.

One- and two-bedroom Condos,

Deluxe Hotel Rooms

ADDRESS:

PO Box 5790, Stateline, NV 89449, e-mail: reservations@ridge-resorts.com

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 300 ROOM AMENITIES: Hotel rooms with king bed, coffee maker, TV, VCR/DVD player, small refrigerator, and sitting area.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: Private gondola direct to lift, on-site ski shop, discount lift tickets, health club, pool and Jacuzzi,® full-service spa, restaurant, market, and deli.

SHUTTLE SERVICE:

Door-to-door shuttle available for Truckee, North Tahoe, Reno, Reno/Tahoe Int’l Airport, plus free on-site shuttle.

SHUTTLE SERVICE:

On-property complimentary shuttle. Public shuttle to the casinos (small fee).

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Fully customizable ski packages including lift tickets and breakfast. • Value Season - ski season opening through December 19, 2008. March 27, 2009 through season closing. Ski packages starting at $189/per person.* • Winter season – December 20, 2008 through March 26, 2009. Ski packages start at $239/per person.*

*Based on double occupancy. 10% occupancy not included. Based on space available. Holiday periods excluded.

Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort features on-site lodging including hotel-style rooms, slopeside condominiums, and mountain homes nestled at the base of a 2,655-acre, world-class ski resort. Northstar Resort offers a complete mountain resort experience centered around the new Village at Northstar™ with luxury condominiums, specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries, an ice skating rink, and more. Northstar Resort is the ideal resort vacation getaway. Complimentary on-site shuttle provides access to the Village at Northstar, the ski resort and the Recreation Center. After a day on the slopes, the new Village at Northstar is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.

Reservations: 888.345-9928

Information: 530.562-1010

The Ridge Tahoe, a deluxe full-amenity hotel/condominium resort, perched atop a mountain ridge on Heavenly Mountain Resort’s Nevada slope. Private, eight-passenger gondola direct to ski lift. Condominiums have kitchen and fireplace, with king in the bedroom and sleeper sofa in living room. Hotel rooms with king, coffee maker, TV, and VCR/DVD player.

Website: NorthstarAtTahoe.com

Reservations & Information: 800.334-1600

Website: ridgetahoeresort.com

VACATION RESORTS INTERNATIONAL

SQUAW VALLEY LODGE Ski-in/ski-out at Squaw Valley USA. FAST FACTS:

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Ski-in/ski-out luxury Condominium

Official 08.09 Partner

Discount packages available including 4th night free.

Suites Resort

ADDRESS:

201 Squaw Peak Road, PO Box 2364, Olympic Valley, CA 96146

ROOM AMENITIES: Complete mini-kitchen and roomy living area in each condominium suite.

PROPERTY AMENITIES: True ski-in/ski-out location. Complimentary health club and spa. Featuring indoor and outdoor spas, sauna, steam room, and a complete fitness center. Concierge with ski check. Daily lift ticket sales and other winter activity options. Professional massage therapy available. Free covered parking. Squaw Valley Lodge charges no additional resort fees or resort taxes.

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resorts NUMBER OF ROOMS: 183 Tahoe Seasons Resort,

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45 The Lodge at Lake Tahoe, 140 Tahoe Beach & Ski Club. PROPERTY AMENITIES: VCR, Jacuzzi,® kitchen, fireplace, living room/dining room, microwave, coffee maker, balconies, iron and board, hair dryer and maid service. Amenities vary with property. Confirm with reservations agent.

*Based on availability. Restrictions apply.

Rates from $120.*

Tahoe Seasons Resort: Just a few steps from Heavenly Ski Resort’s California Base Lodge. Comfortable suites with in-room spa and most with gas fireplaces. Year-round heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, fireside Pub offering full-menu lunch selections. On-site restaurant open for breakfast and dinner. Seasonal full-service ski and board rental, and retail shop.

Reservations: 800.549-4567

The Lodge at Lake Tahoe: Ideally located in the center of South Lake Tahoe, our efficiency, one- and two-bedroom condominiums provide you with ample space to vacation. After a day on the slopes, our partial and full kitchens make it easy to prepare a meal. Pool and spa.

Information: 530.583-5500

Tahoe Beach and Ski Resort: Located on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore with 400 feet of private beach. Minutes from Heavenly Mountain Resort, casinos, and dining. Well-appointed suites with kitchenettes. Whirlpool tub in most units. Year-round outdoor heated pool and hot tub, fitness center, sauna, gameroom, full-service activities staff, and restaurant on site.

Website: squawvalleylodge.com

TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS LODGING North Lake Tahoe’s newest luxury destinations. R AT E S & P A C K A G E S :

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Luxury Condominiums, Villas, Town ■ Slope-side luxury accommodation only rates Homes, Cabins and Private Homes starting as low as $189 per night. ADDRESS: 4001 Northstar Drive, Truckee, CA 96161, 13051 Fairway Drive, Truckee, CA 96160 ■ Ski/snowboard packages available: NUMBER OF ROOMS: Forty-five slope-side condominiums • Your choice of studio, one-, two-, three-and fourat the Village at Northstar™, ten cabins, villas, town homes and bedroom residences. private homes at Old Greenwood. • Two breakfasts per person. ROOM AMENITIES: Luxuriously appointed, fully equipped • Two days of lift tickets per person. Choice of gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas fireplaces, enhanced in-room entertainment systems, humidifiers, Northstar-at-Tahoe™, Alpine Meadows, Heavenly and bathrobes. Mountain Resort, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, PROPERTY AMENITIES: The Village at Northstar™: Slope-side or Squaw Valley USA. location, on-site check-in and lobby, heated underground • Seasonal pricing. Call for package rates. garage, concierge, hot tubs, steam rooms, and fitness room. Old Greenwood: On-site check-in and concierge, complimentary ■ Some restrictions apply. Based on availability. shuttle to Northstar-at-Tahoe™, fitness center, outdoor pool/lap pool, hot tubs, and spa. Tahoe Mountain Resorts Lodging represents North Lake Tahoe’s newest, most spacious, luxurious condominium, villa, cabin, town home and private home accommodations for family and friends. Suites, studios, onebedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom floor plans are available. Residences are conveniently located slope-side in the new Village at Northstar and at Old Greenwood, Lake Tahoe’s premier four-season resort community. Tahoe Mountain Resorts Lodging strives to exceed our guests’ expectations through impeccable attention to detail, enhanced amenities, premier locations and uncompromising service.

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Totally Tahoe. Three beautiful locations.

Squaw Valley Lodge features world-class amenities and a true ski-in/ ski-out location convenient to all of the area’s winter activities! Enjoy shopping, dining and nightlife only steps away in Squaw Valley’s alpine village. Between your days on the slopes, relaxing in your condominium suite and a host of après-ski activities, you are guaranteed to leave with a lifetime of memories.

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Ski. Board. Relax. To the max. Three Tahoe condo resorts.

Reservations: 866.535-4950

Direct: 530.550-3300

Website: tahoemountainlodging.com

Reservations & Information: 866.4MY-VACATION (866.469-8222)

Website: 8664myvacation.com

Reservations: 800.822-5953 Direct: 530.542-1101 Website: stationhouseinn.com

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TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resort Motel ADDRESS: 901 Park Avenue,

TYPE OF PROPERTY: Resort ADDRESS: 901 Ski Run Boulevard,

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

E-mail: res@stationhouseinn.com

AMENITIES: Indoor/outdoor pool, exercise equipment and sauna, adjacent to Ski Run Marina and Heavenly Mountain Resort base lodge.

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AAA Three Diamond.

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Complimentary full-American breakfast.

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Hi-speed Internet access.

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Ski Packages starting at $158 per person.

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Six different ski resorts available with packages.

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Award-winning, fine dining restaurant LewMarNel’s.

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World-class wine list with over 400 selections.

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Heavenly Mountain Resort’s gondola and casinos just three blocks away.

Reservations & Information: 800-438-2929 Website: laketahoevacationresort.com

If you knew that the greatest shopping, dining & entertainment destination ever in northern Nevada was coming, what would be your

Visit America’s largest alpine lake and explore the sapphire-blue waters of Lake Tahoe nestled between the majestic snow-packed peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Enjoy the well-appointed amenities of Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort from the indoor/outdoor pool, exercise equipment, and sauna to the adjacent Ski Run Marina and Heavenly Mountain Resort base lodge. Located just a mile from the casino district, the resort is accessible to all area attractions. Promotion code ZLTVA

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Reservations: 888-PlumpJack Information: winterwonderland@plumpjack.com Website: plumpjacksquawvalleyinn.com

T H E V I L L A G E AT SQUAW VALLE Y USA

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TYPE OF PROPERTY:

Boutique

Condominium Resort

ADDRESS:

ADDRESS: 1750 Village East Road, PO Box 2025, Olympic Valley, CA 96146-2025

AMENITIES: Complimentary ski / board check, parking, extensive breakfast buffet, and high-speed wireless Internet. Down comforters, hooded robes, slippers, flat-screen TVs, DVD players and in-room movie system.

AMENITIES: Fully-equipped kitchens, daily room refresh, private balconies, and gas fireplaces in every room.

Where the peaks and valley meet. Here in The Village at Squaw Valley we believe in indulgence. Luxurious slope side condominium suites, spectacular dining and shopping, and a world-class spa all nestled in the unspoiled wild beauty of the Sierra. Surrounded by breathtaking views and adventure right at your door, The Village at Squaw Valley is the ultimate four-season playground.

PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn is a stylish boutique hotel located just steps away from the legendary ski lifts of Squaw Valley USA, and just 5 scenic miles through the beautiful Truckee River canyon to Lake Tahoe - the perfect location for your vacation. Enjoy 60 luxurious rooms, dining in the award-winning PlumpJack Cafe, slope-side access to Olympic skiing terrain and the amenities of the adjacent pedestrian village with shops, spa, dining and nightlife. Extensive breakfast buffet for two each morning included. Complimentary parking. Fitness facility, pool and hot tubs. Best of all...NO HIDDEN RESORT FEES!

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Slope side

hotel 1920 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146

Reservations: 866-817-6956 Information: 530-584-1000 Website: thevillageatsquaw.com

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In Flights We Soar.

After everything you’ve read, you probably want to get to Lake Tahoe as quickly and easily as possible—and you can. Reno/Tahoe International Airport offers more than 150 flights to and from virtually every major city in the United States. And once you’re on the ground, you’re no more than an hour’s drive from all the fun and excitement that our resorts have to offer.

ALASKA/HORIZON ALLEGIANT AIR AMERICAN DELTA/DELTA CONNECTION SOUTHWEST UNITED US AIRWAYS

Ground transportation of every size and shape is available to whisk you to your hotel. Rental cars and taxis. Limos and buses. Ski resort shuttles. Just grab whatever suits your fancy, and get ready to travel quickly and comfortably along

Airlines: ■ Alaska/Horizon:

alaskaair.com 800.426-0333 ■ Allegiant Air:

impeccably maintained all-weather highways. It’s just as easy to get back home. But we’re guessing you don’t want to think about that right now.

allegiantair.com 702.505-8888 ■ American:

aa.com 800.433-7300 ■ Delta/Delta

Connection: delta.com 800.221-1212 ■ Southwest:

southwest.com 800.435-9792 ■ United:

united.com 800.241-6522

“Giant Slalom” Ski Sculpture in Reno/Tahoe International Airport’s main lobby.

■ US Airways:

usairways.com 800.428-4322

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