The opportunity to meet and receive some valuable golf tips from Hall of Fame Golfer Annika Sorenstam is available this summer, thanks to The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe. The Ritz-Carlton, located at mid-mountain at Northstar California ski resort, welcomes back Sorenstam Aug. 14-16 to offer members of The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Program an exclusive golf weekend getaway. […]
Infiniti QX70 doesn’t meet expectations
Although considered a luxury crossover sport utility vehicle, a week with the 2015 Infiniti QX70 didn’t quite meet expectations that come with a reputed “luxury” vehicle. That opinion is perpetuated by the QX70 appearance, which falls short of classy in the eye of this beholder. I’m no fan of its most prominent physical feature, the long, […]
Charles Barkley among field at American Century Championship
Popular NBA Hall of Fame basketball player and TNT analyst Charles Barkley will once again be among the field at this year’s 26th annual American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe. Although he’s typically a fan favorite, there’s little chance that Barkley and his erratic and somewhat comical golf game will be among the leaders. “Sir […]
South Lake Tahoe making $150 million in improvements
The changing face of South Lake Tahoe continues. There are a number of major changes underway in South Lake Tahoe as the area immerses itself in a renaissance with more than an estimated $150 million of improvements and new construction. South Lake Tahoe, rated among “America’s Best Ski Resorts for Summer Adventure” (USA Today, May […]
Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe welcomes back Table Dinner Series
Enticing culinary experiences take place year round at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe. The popular resort hotel at Northstar California ski resort in Lake Tahoe has several events scheduled for the summer months. Summer travelers and foodies interested in culinary experiences that feature interaction with chefs, other diners, winemakers, spirits and beer purveyors are invited to […]
Volkswagen Touareg a classy luxury SUV
The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg features a classy look, a smartly-designed interior, plenty of performance, and is loaded with standard features. This luxury, midsize five-passenger sport utility vehicle shares some characteristics with the more heralded (and higher priced) Porsche Cayenne. Two of the Touareg’s three powertrains are the same ones offered by the Cayenne. Perhaps a […]
Sugar Bowl ski resort offering summer camps
Sugar Bowl ski resort is not just a winter playground. The Lake Tahoe-area resort is also a location for plenty of summer activities as well. Set in the natural playground of Donner Summit and headed by world-class athletes, naturalists and educators, Sugar Bowl’s summer camps are a unique opportunity for school-aged children to engage in experiential […]
Scion tC features sports-car like qualities
Co-workers were unanimous in their praise: Everyone liked the look of the 2015 Scion tC, a stylish coup that is technically a hatchback. One thing Scion has never backed away from is trying to manufacture unique looking vehicles. Introduced by Toyota in 2002, the cars have often been viewed as quirky. However, there’s nothing peculiar […]
Tahoe Cross Country seeking donations
Due to low snow totals over the past four winters in Lake Tahoe, ski resorts are struggling to stay open throughout the season. That is certainly the case for Tahoe Cross Country, which is coming off its fourth straight subpar season. The recent snowfall winters for Tahoe Cross Country (TXC) resulted in limited ski operations […]
Northstar California opens Bike & Hike Park
Northstar California will transform into a biking and hiking location. The popular Bike & Hike Park opened Friday (May 22). With good mountain bike coaches and a wealth of training programs, Northstar California provides a great intro to mountain biking for beginners as well as skill-building lessons for more advanced riders. In addition to mountain […]