• TOP “MUST HAVES” FOR SKIERS THIS SEASON

• BAD GUYS -- FOLLOW-UP

• SUBARU’S MASTER the MOUNTAIN PROGRAM ENTERS A NEW YEAR

• SUN VALLEY GETS MORE SNOWMAKING & DEALS

• TELLURIDE SKIING IS FREEDOM FROM THE ORDINARY

• SKI SALT LAKE HAS FAMILY FUN ON and OFF THE SLOPES

• TOP “MUST HAVES” FOR SKIERS THIS SEASON

• BAD GUYS -- FOLLOW-UP

• MASTERING MODERN SKI TECHNOLOGY

• STAY at UTAH’S WOLF CREEK RESORT

• ON-LINE TRAVEL EXPERTS DEPEND ON RENTSKIS.COM

• LAKE TAHOE RESORTS CONTINUE UPGRADES

• BRECKENRIDGE TO CONNECT TOWN and MOUNTAIN with “BreckConnect” GONDOLA

2006-07 Utah, New Mex & Colorado Favorites

2006-07 Tahoe's Best - Travel Planner

2006-07 Destination Western Canada & the Northern U.S. Rockies

2006-07 Destination Northeast

2006-07 New York & Pennsylvania's Best

2006-07 New England Favorites

• MONTBLEU EXCITES TAHOE’S SOUTH SHORE

• THE HOTEL TELLURIDE, TELLURIDE’S PREMIER HOTEL

• THE PEAKS in TELLURIDE OFFERS ENDLESS ADVENTURE

• The HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE OFFERS LUXURY, GAMING and GREAT PACKAGES

• EMBASSY SUITES’ PREMIER SNOWFEST PACKAGE IS A LODGING & LIFT DEAL

• TAHOE'S CAMP RICHARDSON RESORT HAS WINTER RECREATION FUN

• LAKE TAHOE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDES UNIQUE ON-LINE BOOKING

• DAYS INN, SUMMIT COUNTY, IS IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL

• LA QUINTA INN & SUITES in SILVERTHORNE, CO, is LOCATED for SKIER CONVENIENCE to SLOPES

FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK:

by Publisher and Editor, Dave Leonardi

TOP “MUST HAVES” FOR SKIERS THIS SEASON

Every year we sift through the sample items sent to us and recommend a few for you to check out. This year we have one, Euro Socks. They are especially designed for skiers, combining 40 years of “Italian expertise.” They are soft, comfortable fitting and re-inforced in all the correct places. Since we have not skied in them we cannot provide an on-mountain report on their performance. Check them out at www.eurosocks.com, or look for them at your local ski store.

We did manage to catch up to ski industry PR veteran, Joan Christensen, who each year provides a “must have” list of her own. Joan reports on some interesting new products below.

Each year, a variety of new products arrive in ski shops that are designed to entice skiers and snowboarders to hit the slopes with the most cutting edge technology— in performance and comfort. This year, it is all about form and function— from boots to bindings to boards—and then looking hot while staying warm in the most efficient jacket fabrics and styles.

Starting with boots that will multi-task by sharpening performance while delivering levels of comfort that were unheard of a decade ago, the boots that get the highest marks are: the Salomon SPK Boot which is 20% lighter than its peers and is designed for the aggressive skier going big in the Park and Half-pipe. The DC Allegiance Boot features the new unique technology of the BOA Focus System, a new ratchet style lacing system being used for boots, running shoes, ice skates etc. It has two zones for tightening the boot so that pressure is evenly distributed on both the lower and upper sections of the boot. The outsole gets high marks for its exceptional lightness.

Bindings are not the sexiest part of an equipment package but are one of the crucial elements for both safety and performance. This year’s choice is the Burton CO2 Binding with its CO2 high-backs that feature a revolutionary design that is anatomically canted to mimic the human form for seamless energy transfer and maximum comfort.

Depending on the terrain preferred and the ability level, there are several excellent options for skiers looking to upgrade their skis. The K2 Pantoon ski is the ultimate powder ski for bona fide powder hounds because of its unique taper from tip to tail. Advanced women skiers will want to try the Salomon Mynx ski, specifically designed for the more aggressive woman who has moved beyond making ski equipment decisions based on color and graphics (e.g. pink and purple flowers).

Once the “below the knees” equipment has been set up, keeping warm, comfortable and stylish become the next on-slope concern. The North Face Men’s Sedition II Stretch Jacket provides the perfect blend of the latest soft shell fabric combined with the best waterproof and breathable membrane available. It is the dependability of Gore-Tex, melded into the soft shell stretch fabric, that moves with every body maneuver even the unintended ones. It delivers that often hard to find marriage of a fabric that is both waterproof and comfortable. With the Burton Audux Motorola Cargo Jacket, skiers and snowboarders can integrate an MP3 player and cell phone right into their jacket and they are wired to go, whether listening to their favorite tunes or making a call back to the office to brag about the latest run. Simple controls are built right into the jacket.

A top list of vital mountain gear is not complete without a helmet and this year’s pick is the Giro Tune Up Wireless model where Bluetooth technology has gone one step further with DJ quality headphones inside the helmet that deliver stereo quality sound for an MP3 player and cell phone without wires stringing out of the helmet.

Additional information, pricing and on-line shopping for all of these items is available at www.geardirect.com.

THANKS, JOAN

Another web site where you can order some of these products and more is run by long-time SKIER NEWS friend Rick Pasturczak. You can find Rick’s on-line catalog at www.AlpineAccessories.com. If you are in northern Illinois, you can find his shop, Alpine Accessories, in Lake of the Hills, at 9219 S. Rt. 31. His catalog is full of nifty gadgets and potential gifts for the skier on your Christmas list.

BAD GUYS -- FOLLOW-UP

In our October-November Issue I told you of the alleged arsonists indicted for the fire set to Vails’ Two Elk Lodge and other buildings atop Vail Mountain in 1998. Their trial was originally set to begin on October 31. Here is a review.

In May 2006 eight counts of arson were delivered by a Denver federal grand jury. A group of three women and one man were indicted in connection with the sabotage against the resort. Chelsea Gerlach, 29, and Stanislas Meyerhoff, 28, were in custody when indicted. Two others, Josephine Overaker, 31, and Rebecca Rubin, 33, were thought to be outside of the U.S. at the time.

According to reports in the Vail Daily, May 19, 2006, the four face five to 20 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines. Also according to the Vail Daily, William Rodgers, who committed suicide by suffocation in an Arizona jail, was named as a co-conspirator.

The group allegedly planned and perpetrated the attack on Vail to discourage the resort from expanding in Blue Sky Basin, claiming it would ruin lynx habitat. The fires followed a final approval of Vail’s expansion plans after several other enviro groups lost in court to the ski area.

Along with the four, an additional seven suspects were also indicted in Oregon on 65 counts related to arson fires in California, Colorado, Oregon and Washington. They are set to go to trial in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 31. The now indicted group of 11 became known as “the family.”

According to a Eugene, Ore., newspaper, the trial has been pushed back until March or perhaps later. The lawyers for the defendants said they needed more time to “analyze tens of thousands of pages of evidence” according to the report.

Whenever the trial progresses we will keep you informed, either in hard copy or on www.skiernews.com.

Now think snow!

UPDATE - DEC. 14, 2006 - Read VAIL DAILY article

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And once again, we ask God to bless our troops who continue to defend America against terrorism in Iraq, Afghanistan and around the world so that we can enjoy the blessings of liberty here at home.

Please continue to travel and enjoy the freedom of skiing and thank our heroes for helping to preserve our outstanding way of life.

SUBARU’S MASTER the MOUNTAIN PROGRAM ENTERS A NEW YEAR

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Subaru’s Master The Mountain is an instructional ski tour for skiers and snowboarders. At these events, you can demo skis and take advantage of ski lessons for all skill levels. You can learn to ski or improve your current skills from some of the country’s top professional instructors.

This year marks the 13th anniversary of the Subaru Master the Mountain program that tours popular destination resorts throughout the U.S. providing skiers and snowboarders alike with the opportunity to learn to ski or improve their current skills through professional instruction.

This year Nitro Snowboards joins Nordica and Swix wax as a sponsor of these free events.

Subaru’s Master the Mountain 2006-07 Schedule:

December 16-17, Seven Springs, PA

January 6-7, Kirkwood, CA

January 6-7, Jack Frost, PA

January 20-21, Telluride, CO

January 20-21, Bear Creek, PA

January 20-21, Durango, CO

January 27-28, Camelback, PA

February 3-4, Taos, NM

February 10-11, Blue Mountain, PA

February 17-18, Loveland, CO

March 3-4, Camelback, PA

March 10-11, Seven Springs, PA

March 24-25, Eldora, CO

WHY SUBARU?

Subaru hosts hundreds of outdoor events each year from coast to coast. This approach helps Subaru learn more about their customers’ interests, and enables them to demonstrate how Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive can complement active lifestyles. Simply put, it is much more than hanging a banner on a mountain or sponsoring a racing team – it is the real deal. It is what makes Subaru unique. You could say that Subaru is the official vehicle of the outdoors.

Please log on to Subaru’s Outdoor Life website via an easily found link and Subaru logo banner on the homepage of www.skiernews.com. You can also log on directly to www.outdoorlife.subaru.com.

SUN VALLEY GETS MORE SNOWMAKING & DEALS

SUN VALLEY INTRODUCES NEW MULTIPLE-DAY LIFT EXCHANGE PROGRAM

SUN VALLEY, ID — Sun Valley’s new Lift Exchange Program, is on its way to becoming one of the resort’s unique and distinctive traditions. Because of the myriad of wintertime activities and adventures tucked within the Sun Valley walking village, the resort has developed a program providing skiers and snowboarders many other options with the purchase of a multiple- day lift ticket.

Sun Valley Resort owns and operates the entire ski area, Sun Valley hotels, accommodations and all the village amenities and goods that can be exchanged. This allows skiers and snowboarders purchasing multiple-day lift tickets the option of redeeming one day for many other activities, at no charge.

Now you can choose one of the following options already built into your multiple-day lift ticket:

• A massage at the Sun Valley Salon & Day Spa

• A Sun Valley Nordic Package

• Snowshoe rental and lunch at historic Trail Creek Cabin

• Ice Skating Package and lunch at Gretchen’s Restaurant

• Sunday Brunch for two at the Sun Valley Lodge Dining Room

• Dinner at the Ram Restaurant and movie at the Opera House

• Dinner for two at Bald Mt. Pizza and movie for two

• Shopping at the Sun Valley Lodge or Village Gift Shops.

Exchange options also include a Sun Valley musical snow globe, a vintage porcelain platter or a hand painted, numbered edition Christmas ornament. Also available is a Sleigh ride and lunch at Trail Creek Cabin.

For more info on this program, which optimizes your Sun Valley ski experience for the whole family, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Office at (208) 622-2135. Or log on to their website at www.sunvalley.com.

SUN VALLEY INSTALLS NEW SNOWMAKING SYSTEM ON DOLLAR MOUNTAIN

SUN VALLEY, ID — Sun Valley’s Dollar Mountain will sport state-of-the-art snowmaking from top to bottom this ski season, with 44 York Safyr Snow Gun Towers and new snowmaking infrastructure on four runs: Sepp’s Bowl, Sepp’s Road, Dollar Face, Old Bowl Lane and Race Hill.

New ski technology is nothing new to this sunny and gentle old mountain. In 1936, the world’s first chairlifts were engineered and installed here by Union Pacific Railroad, founders of Sun Valley Resort. From the opening of Sun Valley to the present day, Dollar Mountain has maintained its reputation as one of the finest ski teaching areas in the world.

Lots of Sun Valley sunshine graces this 6,638-foot, treeless mountain with seven lifts and a lift capacity of 3,400 skiers per hour.

Dollar Mountain’s base lodge, the new 26,000-square-foot family center, opened in 2004 and completes the ultimate ski experience for all ages – an ideal winter playground for the young and young-at-heart.

Sun Valley Resort’s owners, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Holding, began the reconstruction of the resort’s on-mountain lodges in the mid-90’s. All nationally acclaimed as some of the world’s finest mountain facilities, this newest development will embrace Sun Valley Resort’s commitment to providing an unparalleled winter family vacation experience.

Learn more about Sun Valley by logging on to their web site from an easily found link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com pr directly at www.sunvalley.com.

SUN VALLEY LODGE GETS $6-MILLION REMODEL

SUN VALLEY, ID — A $6-million remodel of Sun Valley Resort’s Lodge Apartments was completed for Sun Valley’s 71st ski season, 2006-07.

The 50 two- and three-bedroom apartments are graciously appointed with the very finest European fabrics, carpeting, top-of-the-line kitchen appliances, granite and marble counter tops and fireplace surrounds.

Deep, rich, wood cabinetry, stainless steel and granite accent the open air kitchens overlooking the living rooms and new gas fireplaces. Aconvivial color palette of rich earth tones of rose, forest and moss greens, and vibrant Sun Valley autumn gold is carried throughout the richly upholstered, custom crafted furniture and the all wool, woven patterned carpeting milled by Brinton’s Axminster in England.

State-of-the-art technology also has been incorporated into the renovation with 36-inch, flat-screen plasma televisions and high-speed Ethernet access.

Guests staying at the new Lodge Apartments also enjoy all the amenities of the adjacent Sun Valley Lodge including the Sun Valley Lodge Dining Room, Gretchen’s Restaurant, cocktails and entertainment in the Duchin Lounge, the year-round outdoor ice rink and the outdoor glass-enclosed heated pool.

It is easy to make reservations for the new Lodge Apartments or any of Sun Valley’s 500 hotel rooms, condos or cottages, please call 1-800-786-8259.

STAY at UTAH’S

WOLF CREEK RESORT

EXPERIENCE WOLF MOUNTAIN, POWDER MOUNTAIN and SNOWBASIN

EDEN, UT – In 2007 the readers of SKI Magazine rated Powder Mountain No. 1 for Snow and Value and Snowbasin Resort No. 1 for Lifts. Chances are you have probably never heard of either of these resorts amongst Utah’s more notorious mountains. What they lack in fame is good news for you, because it means uncrowded slopes, nary a lift-line, and fresh powder, days after a big dump. Both resorts are located in northern Utah, the “soft snow” capital of the state, just one hour from Salt Lake International Airport.

POWDER MOUNTAIN

Powder Mountain offers 5,500 aces of in-bounds and backcountry skiing and two unique adventures. Powder Country, a portion of Powder Mountain, is a wideopen series of steep glades and chutes where you pick your own line. Then you ski down to the access road to the resort where a big school bus and friendly driver are waiting to take you back up to more powder stashes. The other unusual experience at Powder is Lightening Ridge. For a nominal fee, a snowcat will pull you along a ridge. You can choose to be dropped off wherever the snow looks most appealing. Upgrading the in-bounds skiing, the resort added the Hidden Lake Express Quad this year, so you will get to that No. 1 rated snow much sooner.

SNOWBASIN

Snowbasin, a Sun Valley Resort, is across high mountain valley from Powder Mountain. The resort was home to the downhill events during the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, so you can test your turning skills on the Grizzly Downhill (Men’s) or the Wildflower Downhill (Women’s). You can even turn on the same trail as Bode Miller, when his most amazing recovery earned him a silver medal.

When it is time for a rest, there are three magnificent day lodges and the finest restrooms anywhere. High-speed gondolas whisk you to almost 3,000 acres amidst rocky ridge lines that remind most skiers of Switzerland’s landscape. Once you sample Snowbasin, you will know why SKI Magazine readers rated them No. 1 for Lifts.

WOLF MOUNTAIN

Wolf Mountain is perfect for those just learning or getting back into the sport. The resort offers a very affordable option with excellent learn to ski & ride programs. It also has a cool and edgy, yet safety minded terrain park, and Utah’s largest night skiing operation. Check it out at www.wolfmountaineden.com.

Skiers and riders who want to visit these resorts need look no further for accommodations than Valley Lodging at Wolf Creek Resort. With a full assortment of fully outfitted vacation homes and condominiums within 20 minutes of all three mountains, they can accommodate just about any group size. Their friendly staff can assist with your entire post ski adventures, including snowshoeing, sleigh rides, snowmobiling and more. Check them out at www.valleylodging.com

WOLF CREEK RESORT

Wolf Creek Resort is located in a small town that really is called Eden, just 8 miles up canyon from Ogden, which offers all the urban conveniences with fine dining, shopping and cultural events. The wide-open feel and rural open spaces differentiate this area from Utah’s more crowded and congested resort towns.

The future is very bright for this family friendly, master-planned community. Wolf Creek Resort’s Resident’s Club program includes an existing par 72 Championship golf course, with an 18 hole private member course on the horizon. The Family Recreation Village will offer every possible amenity for all to enjoy, such as the indoor Adventure Lagoon and Pool, climbing walls, tree houses and playing fields. In addition, there will be a lake for sailing and kayaking, tennis courts, basketball courts and an infinity edge pool. They will also offer a Little Trappers Clubhouse for arts and crafts and a seasonally changing interactive science exhibit so the kids can learn how all that stuff out there in the world actually works.

There will also be a Day Care Cabin for the little ones, and a fully trained staff will be on hand to provide endless enjoyment. Trails meander through dense forests of trees so your kids will never know what they will find next, perhaps a teepee, an old tire swing or a fishing pond. Endless opportunities for discovery will be offered.

For quieter enjoyment, the new Members Lodge overlooking the 18th green will offer his and hers locker rooms, a Club Room, indoor pool, fitness facility, a family theater room and a full service day Spa. The Resident’s Club program is so full of fun and value that it’s no wonder so many folks come out for a vacation quickly decide they want to join the Club and become property owners.

Please visit www.wolfcreekresort.com or call 1-800-301-0817 to learn more or for reservations.

Also log on to www.valleylodging.com and you can easily find a link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

ON-LINE TRAVEL EXPERTS DEPEND ON RENTSKIS.COM

DENVER, CO -- More and more skiers and snowboarders are discovering an alternative to schlepping skis and snowboards through busy airports and across slippery parking lots. They have found the convenience of www.rentskis.com, a service that allows skiers and riders to order their preferred equipment in advance to be available for pick up at dozens of major resorts in the western United States. The trend is mushrooming in popularity, with reservations sky rocketing 481 percent from inception of the service in 2000 through the 2005-06 season.

Rentskis.com allows skiers and riders to reserve the hottest new skis and boards on-line before their trip to the mountains, then select the shop closest to their lodging for convenient pick up. Skis and snowboards can be reserved either on-line at www.rentskis.com or toll free at 1-800-544-6648. Once guests arrive at the resort, they simply go to the shop, sign their paperwork, get their reserved equipment, and they are out the door.

With numerous locations throughout Colorado, California, Utah, and the Rocky Mountains, rentskis.com also allows skiers and riders to now simplify their winter vacation with the largest and most efficient rental equipment system in North America. Travelocity, Expedia, Orbitz, ski.com, and skireport.com all use rentskis.com as their preferred equipment provider. Most shops are slopeside for maximum convenience, but there are additional locations in a variety of mountain communities as well as at metropolitan ski shops in Denver, Colo.; Salt Lake City, Utah; and the Bay Area in Calif.

Advance reservations receive up to 20 percent off the regular daily price. For every adult rental, a junior (age 12 or younger) gets a free rental for the same number of days at selected stores during non-peak periods. Renters even have a rock solid guarantee – if the equipment is not satisfactory, they receive a refund for that day’s rental and can exchange their board(s) for another set-up.

Options range from the Sport Package for beginners through intermediates, the Performance Package for intermediate to advanced skiers, and Demos for the most cutting-edge equipment, including popular skis from K2, and the most sought after models from Rossignol, Salomon, Atomic, Volkl, and Dynastar. Snowboarders can choose from Burton’s entire line including their innovative Learn to Ride equipment. Boards are also available from Salomon, Rossignol, and Palmer with either step-in or traditional strap bindings. Skis designed specifically for women are available at all locations. Depending on location, Sport Packages start as low as $13 per day up to $36 per day, while Performance Packages start at $16 per day up to $38 per day. Demo equipment rates begin at $24 per day and range up to $50 per day, and a snowboard package begins at $18 per day to $36 per day.

Rentskis.com Gold

For a seamless rental experience that is efficient and practically effortless, www.rentskis.com offers an upgraded gold program. The Gold Service guarantees that skiers get the specific demo equipment they request with their bindings already adjusted and ready-to-go, free ski and boot storage, daily equipment tuning and fitting appointments. Gold Service guests are escorted through the entire rental process with a personal ski concierge. This service is tailored to skiers and riders with exacting standards and tight schedules.

“The appeal of rentskis.com is that it allows skiers and riders to spend more time on the slopes because their equipment will be pre set and waiting for them,” said Chris Swallows, national sales manager for rentskis.com. “Our Gold Service customers are raving about the exceptional service they receive when their goal is to move through the rental process quickly and emerge with exactly the equipment they want.”

Here is a review of the best reasons to use rentskis.com:

• Advance reservations receive up to 20 percent off

• Age 12 and younger get free junior rentals with every adult rental at selected stores during non-peak periods

• If the equipment is not satisfactory, receive a refund for that day’s rental and you can exchange your board(s) for another set-up

• Skis designed specifically for women are available at all locations.

• Gold Service guarantees that skiers get the specific demo equipment they request

Save the hassle of lugging your skis and get the latest gear. Reserve either on-line at www.rentskis.com or toll free at 1-800-544-6648. You can also log on to rentskis.com from an easily found link on the homepage of wwwskiernews.com.

LAKE TAHOE RESORTS CONTINUE UPGRADES

Improvements Run the Gamut from New Construction and Shopping Villages to New Clinics, Backcountry Tours and Lifts

LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV — By balancing one of the world’s most naturally beautiful geographical regions with a state-of-the-art winter vacation experience, Lake Tahoe has gained international attention. This trend will continue with more than $300 million in improvements and upgrades within the past few years and even more in store for the next five years.

The Ski Lake Tahoe Resorts, Kirkwood Mountain Resort, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, Squaw Valley USA, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort, and Sierra-at-Tahoe, offer resort improvements ranging from an entire town remodeling project at Heavenly and Northstar to new groomed trail patterns at Alpine Meadows and Mount Rose. You will also find new clinics at Squaw Valley USA and snow cat tours at Kirkwood. Terrain park lovers will be impressed with Sierra-at-Tahoe’s features for all ability levels.

Authentic roots prevail in the mountains of Lake Tahoe that were born from the vision of intrepid ski pioneers, Olympic competition and outdoor enthusiasts from the San Francisco Bay Area. That traditional spirit of winter play has been enhanced by top-notch lift systems, the country’s best snowmaking facilities, lavish mountain villages and a local culture unto its own. Winter 2006-07 welcomes visitors from around the globe with new amenities that perhaps will play a hand in turning some of those visitors into the area’s newest locals.

Here is what you will find new at Ski Lake Tahoe’s South Shore resorts:

HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN RESORT

Over the past few seasons, more than $200 million were poured into Heavenly’s mountain and village improvements – a gondola, new resort hotels, new lifts, better snowmaking, improved grooming, extensive lodge renovations, a worldclass ski school facility, and a family adventure center that lets non-skiers join the fun.

SIERRA-AT-TAHOE

Receiving top accolades from TransWorld Snowboarding, Sierra-at-Tahoe’s six terrain parks continue to offer new features at its top-shelf jibbing scene. While the South Lake Tahoe youth action mountain entices beginner park users with the all new Burton Progression Park. Simply put, the Progression Park is for all who have always wanted to try skiing or boarding in a terrain park, but have not quite worked up the nerve and/or shed their inhibitions.

Sierra-at-Tahoe teams up with Burton Snowboards to introduce its Progression Park this season with boxes, jumps and rails all located mere inches from the ground, in a nonintimidating fashion. This will be the perfect training ground for those who have always wanted to test gravity one inch at a time. Sierra-at-Tahoe will also offer lessons on these mini freestyle terrain features so that skiers/riders learn the proper technique when getting started.

KIRKWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT

If a visitor is looking for mind-bending steeps, groomed runs with exceptional pitch, and the area’s deepest snow Kirkwood is a must-ski. The only resort to offer snowcatonly accessible terrain, winter zealots and powder hounds will appreciate the resort’s ability to serve up a bounty of fresh snow on off-the-beaten-path terrain. Part of the Expedition: Kirkwood series of backcountry tours, clinics, and educational camps, Kirkwood’s Powder Cat Tours are available twice daily to skiers and snowboarders of strong intermediate ability and above.

In partnership with Burton Snowboards, Kirkwood has introduced the region’s first Women’s Learn to Ride Center. Specially designed equipment and proven teaching techniques help women start to link turns faster than ever before. Kirkwood’s incredible learning terrain offers perfect fall line and gentle graduated pitch, with the added bonus of not having advanced skiers and riders whizzing by.

The Ski Lake Tahoe Resorts, on the North Shore include Northstar-at-Tahoe, Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, Squaw Valley USA, and Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe. Here is what is new at Ski Lake Tahoe’s North Shore resorts:

NORTHSTAR-AT-TAHOE RESORT

Continuing its destination development that has turned heads for the past two winters, Northstar-at-Tahoe has begun the next phase of its state-of-the-art project. Northstar Resort is investing $10.5 million in the next phase of mountain improvements that resulted in the completion of two new Doppelmayr lifts for the 2006-07 winter season. The lifts include a high-speed six-pack that dramatically improves access to Lookout Mountain and the Backside. The new lift, whose base is situated directly across from the mid-mountain Day Lodge, whisks riders nearly 1,050 vertical feet in just five minutes. The new six-pack accesses 13 total trails and 137 acres of total terrain, including 60 acres of new intermediate terrain. Included in this terrain is a new milelong run to connect guests directly from the top of the sixpack to the Backside.

The second lift is a European-style surface lift replacing the Salmon Tow, which transported guests over to the resort’s popular advanced terrain on Lookout Mountain. The new lift is friendly to both skiers and snowboarders. The lift is easily accessible from the top of the new six-pack lift, providing convenient access to Lookout Mountain.

Phase One of the new Village at Northstar will be completed this winter, breathing a vibrant energy into the new Village. New shops, boutiques, art galleries and restaurants will complement the ice skating rink and nine fire pits located at the heart of the Village. Upon completion, Northstar-at- Tahoe Resort will have invested $30 million into these commercial improvements.

Northstar expanded its already extensive snowmaking system on the terrain located off the Vista Express and the new six-pack lift. Boasting the largest snowmaking system of any resort on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, more than 50 percent of the developed mountain is now covered with snowmaking.

Northstar’s cross-country center was relocated to make room for the new Ritz-Carlton Highlands resort being built at mid-mountain. The expanded 1,400-square-foot crosscountry center will be easily accessible from the top of the Gondola and will offer more convenient and direct access to the resort’s most popular cross-country trails.

SQUAW VALLEY USA

To ensure every guest gets the most out of their visit, Squaw Valley introduced Squaw Valley TV. There will be flat screen plasma TVs placed in areas like the Cable Car lobby and the rental shop. At these Squaw Valley TV terminals, guests can view real time lift updates, info on conditions and upcoming events and activities to ensure that they are dressed for the weather and never miss what is going on at Squaw. On Squaw Valley TV, skiers and snowboarders can also learn tips from pros about anything from making powder turns to waxing their skis or boards.

Squaw Valley is stepping it up for the 2006-07 winter season with an increase in snowmaking. The Papoose beginner area at the bottom of the mountain and the popular Gold Coast intermediate area now has more snowmaking.

Last season Squaw Valley introduced an on-mountain Demo Center located at the top of the Funitel in the Gold Coast Lodge. The popularity of this convenient amenity has prompted additional improvements to the Demo Center including a new women-specific line to cater to the distinct intricacies of the female body. There is also a brand new fleet of skis including the newest models of K2, Atomic, Volkl, Rossignol and Salomon. From the shaped beginner ski for easy turning, to the fat ski for the frequent deep Squaw Valley powder day, to the twin tip park ski for rail sliding and “dropping in” switch, the Demo Center allows skiers to choose the perfect ski to fit their tastes and ability.

ALPINE MEADOWS SKI RESORT

Internationally renowned for its hike-to backcountry terrain, Alpine Meadows adds a little yin to its yang by enhancing and adding signature groomed runs. With the purchase of an additional grooming machine, called a winch cat, guests can experience different areas of Alpine’s wide open bowls and steeps on new, high-speed groomed routes. The new groomed trails (called high-angle groomers) will cater to everyone’s inner Bode Miller.

Alpine Meadows reinvented the definition of “Terrain Park” by offering features for all skiing and riding ability level from the very top of the mountain to the base lodge. Various tabletops, roller jumps, rails and boxes are designated to unique trail locale. In addition, the superpipe will move to a new location, offering a perfectly groomed feature for all jibbers on a daily basis.

MT. ROSE-SKI TAHOE

Mt. Rose expanded its snowmaking system allowing more trails to be skied during the early portion of winter. The new snowmaking services the upper section of the Silver Dollar run, which gives ample access to the popular Slide Bowl. Additional snowmaking equipment was updated near the Ponderosa Trail. Topping off the million-dollar improvement is a new snow grooming machine and two additional mobile snow making machines.

A mere half-hour drive on one of North America’s most scenic routes, the Mount Rose Highway, the resort has expanded its snow sports school by adding 300 pairs of skis and snowboards to its beginner fleet. Also, with a new $99 three-day learn to ski/ride package, Mount Rose invites novices to discover why so many who were just “driving through” have pulled over for good, making this mountain their home.

Surrounding North America’s largest alpine lake, these seven resorts comprise Ski Lake Tahoe. Lake Tahoe boasts more than 300 days of sunshine a year and last winter Lake Tahoe had some of the most snowfall in the U.S. The seven resorts, all offering great skiing and unparalleled scenic vistas of panoramic mountain and lake views, are located less than an hour from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport and two hours from the Sacramento International Airport.

You can link to many Lake Tahoe resorts and lodging web sites from easily found links on the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

BRECKENRIDGE TO CONNECT TOWN and MOUNTAIN with “BreckConnect” GONDOLA

New Lift Will Create a Seamless Link from Main Street to the Mountain

BRECKENRIDGE, CO -- This season, the resort is building excitement off the hill as Breckenridge Ski Resort works with the Town of Breckenridge to build a new gondola, the BreckConnect. It will transform the way visitors access the town and mountain and starts the first of two new base villages at Peak 7 and 8.

Breckenridge’s new gondola sets a new standard in the role of mass transit in growth and development. By creating a new central base area with all the skier services, it will change the way skiers and snowboarders access and move around this mountain. The gondola represents a unification of the community as the public and private entities work together to build an environmentally progressive resort transit system that also creates a streamlined link to transport large numbers of visitors between the town and the ski resort’s Peaks 7 and 8.

Environmental vigilance was vital in this project with more than 20,375 gallons of fuel saved each season from a decrease in resortrun buses. In addition, as part of the agreement with the Town of Breckenridge that included $6.7 million contribution from the town to build the gondola, Breckenridge Ski Resort dedicated 64.7 acres of prime development land to the town for conservation and open space.

As the resort steps into a new era of resort villages with the development of Peaks 7 and 8, the need for a first-class mass transit system that seamlessly moves all types of visitors becomes essential. Upon the completion of the Peaks at Breckenridge, there will be 450 residential units and an array of skier services and guest activities that will drive people to stay and visit the new base areas.

The gondola will significantly decrease traffic volumes and increase the number of visitors to the Breckenridge downtown, the largest historic district in Colorado, as people move back and forth between the two places. Bringing together the two pieces that continually put Breckenridge in the top three most popular winter destinations, the gondola enables the town and resort to strike the ideal balance that maintains the character and vibrancy of Breckenridge’s Main Street and Downtown.

The Opening Day Celebration is expected to take place on Jan. 18, 2007.

BRECKENRIDGE GONDOLA FACTS:

• 10-minute ride time from Transit Center to the Peak 8 terminal

• Two mid-stations at Shock Hill and the Peak 7 base area

• 7,592 feet in length

• 396.1 feet vertical rise

• 28 towers

• Capacity close to 3,000 per hour

• 121 cabins

The new gondola will start from the Breckenridge Transportation Center, located in the parking lot right off historic Main Street, and have terminals at both Peak 7 and Peak 8, providing an integral link for skiers, riders and visitors from town to the ski resort base areas. It will allow the ski resort and the town to improve the overall guest experience by reducing the number of people bussed to the mountain.

As mentioned in the facts above, in addition to stops at the base areas, the new gondola will include a mid-station at Shock Hill. The project sets the stage for the planned developments on Peak 7 and Peak 8.

MONTBLEU EXCITES TAHOE’S SOUTH SHORE

New Resort Casino, Hotel & Spa is Ready for Action

STATELINE, NV — MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa adds 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 will made its official debut on May 24, 2006. The new resort has an array of new and contemporary venues, including seven distinct restaurants, four chic nightlife venues, a 40,000-square-foot remodeled casino, a brand new poker room and a luxurious spa. MontBleu will offer guests an elevated casino-resort experience set within the natural beauty of South Lake Tahoe, an ideal combination, perfect for all four seasons.

With unparalleled attention to detail, the MontBleu design team was inspired by the natural beauty and pristine waters of Lake Tahoe. Through the use of vibrant color palettes and natural materials such as wood and stone, MontBleu creates a cool and contemporary environment in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Genesis Associates, based out of Santa Ana, Calif. developed and implemented MontBleu’s interior design.

MontBleu sits on a total of 21 acres and is poised to create a new standard of luxury in Lake Tahoe. The 17- story MontBleu has 440 spacious rooms and suites featuring breathtaking views of the tranquil shores of Lake Tahoe and the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains. Rooms and suites range from 424 to 1,250 square feet. All MontBleu rooms and suites feature the luxurious “Bleu Cloud Bed,” wireless Internet access and a complete set of premier toiletries by Aveda. MontBleu’s collection of shops offers a wide variety of items from unique gifts to swim and skiwear.

CASINO

MontBleu features 40,000 square feet of gaming space, including more than 900 slot machines and 50 table games including Blackjack, Roulette, Craps and a variety of other popular games. MontBleu recently opened a brand new poker room offering eight tables of the popular Texas Hold ‘Em at various buy-in levels. The newly remodeled race and sports book, The Zone, features 40 large-screen TVs, projection screens and plasmas showcasing the day’s hottest action.

In conjunction with its opening this past May, MontBleu announced the Cobalt Player’s Club which allows guests to accrue points and participate in a wide variety of exciting casino promotions.

RESTAURANTS

Opal Eurasian Cuisine & Ultra Lounge will offer dozens of unique tapas and sushi before transforming into a sexy and sophisticated ultra lounge later in the evening. Opal will also feature an impressive martini, sake, wine and champagne list.

Ciera Steak + Chophouse will offer a stylish and chic dining atmosphere, with an exquisite array of meat, poultry, seafood and vegetarian entrees in addition to 200 wines and champagnes from around the world. Open for dinner only.

Continuous Cuisine at 20-Four will be MontBleu’s retro take on the 50s diner with a warm, nostalgic feel and a limitless, round-the-clock menu. Open 24 hours a day, this is the essence of comfort food and convenience for guests with any craving, at any hour.

The Unbuffet will offer a new perspective on the traditional buffet as chefs prepare fresh ingredients right before your eyes. Action stations, carving tables and international cuisine will allow guests to taste flavors from every continent and eat to their heart’s content. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The Zone Race and Sports Book features its own deli that offers panini-style sandwiches, hot dogs, sausages and other popular stadium-style treats.

Starbucks Coffee will offer its world-famous array of delicious coffee blends and specialty drinks. Starbucks will also feature a selection of breakfast pastries and lunch sandwiches perfect for a relaxing reprieve or a meal on the run.

NIGHTLIFE

Opal Eurasian Cuisine & Ultra Lounge redefines Lake Tahoe dining and nightlife, as guests move seamlessly from a decadent meal into a sultry, intimate ultra lounge setting. Opal will introduce the concepts of “bar chefs” and will host some of the top regional and national DJ’s from around the country.

Blu Nightclub sets a new paradigm for nightlife at the lake. Located where Club Nero once stood, this worldclass venue will become Lake Tahoe’s hottest new nightclub and will exude an energy level that the area has never seen before.

HQ Center Bar, located in the middle of the casino action, is the ideal place to meet up with friends any time of day. The main circular bar located in the center of the room surrounds a “fire and ice” pit that creates a soothing sense of bringing the outdoors inside.

Del Soul Mexican Grill, located right off the casino floor, takes northern Nevada south of the border, with its “Nuevo Mexican” dishes, each with its own exotic flavor and zest. Complimenting the colorful menu, Del Soul will also boast live salsa music and an extensive tequila list and a host of creative concoctions that will heat up even the coolest Tahoe evening. Open for dinner only.

SPA

Reward yourself with a day of luxury or an hour of relief at the full-service Spa at MontBleu. Featuring inspirational views of the picturesque Sierra Nevada and a plethora of relaxing and invigorating services, the spa is a destination in and of itself.

From soothing massages to revitalizing facial and body treatments for men and women, this world-class spa incorporates elements of nature throughout all of its services. The spa features Aveda products exclusively.

The spa also features a fitness center complete with contemporary cardiovascular machines and weight training devices. Separate men's and women's locker rooms feature saunas, whirlpool baths and eucalyptus steam rooms.

POOL

The heated, indoor pool at MontBleu is an escape from the routine and ordinary with its gentle waterfall and rock islands. It provides an inviting and inclusive environment for relaxation 365 days a year.

SKI PACKAGES FROM $207

Get your winter started with MontBleu’s stellar ski and snowboard lodging packages starting at $207. Valid Nov. 26 - April 26 based on availability. Holidays are excluded. Package includes two lift tickets per day booked. The offer does not include tax. Management reserves all rights.

Please visit them on-line at www.montbleuresort.com or from an easily found link on the home page of www.skiernews.com.

To reserve your Tahoe excitement at MontBleu, please call 1-866-844-2743, please mention code PTSKI07 for the best deals.

THE HOTEL TELLURIDE, TELLURIDE’S PREMIER HOTEL

TELLURIDE, CO – The Hotel Telluride’s 59 beautifully appointed guest rooms feature a balcony or patio with sweeping views of the 14,000-foot peaks of the San Juan Mountains, custom furnishings, refrigerator, plush soft seating, CD player/radio, and The Incredible Bed. The Incredible Bed has been designed with the ultimate night’s sleep in mind. Surround yourself in the most luxurious, natural feather bedding, cozy down comforter, 250-thread count embroidered sheets and lots of pillows.

The Hotel’s spacious baths feature thick terry monogrammed robes, huge thirsty towels, hair dryers and AVEDA Spa Amenities. Pampering guests is the main goal.

The ultimate in Telluride lodging.

The Hotel Telluride features two magnificent suites along with oversized luxury hotel accommodations. The Bridal Veil Falls Suite and Ingram Falls Suite each feature a fabulously decorated living room with gas fireplace, large screen television, antique furnishings, wet bar and original artwork. Large balconies and windows lend magnificent views of the San Juan Mountains.

The Suites can be configured into one- to three-bedroom arrangements. There are several other sets of rooms that can also be configured together with a private entrance, perfect for your family or group.

They have not missed a detail in planning for your visit to Telluride. You will enjoy the sense of arrival in the beautiful lobby with its soaring two-story atrium, vaulted ceiling and views of the magnificent peaks in every direction. If Robert Redford met Ralph Lauren, it would be The Hotel Telluride. The decor combines colors and textures of the wide-open American West with the style and comfort of a fine European Hotel.

You’ll find the heavy stone floor of a Western lodge, warm wool rugs, comfortable leather sofas, Old World chairs, and an iron and antler chandelier, along with heavily carved antiques, plaids and tweeds. The huge stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the expansive lobby. Curl up with a book from the lending library or linger with friends over a drink from the cozy Bistro.

The in-house massage therapist offers a range of massage therapies, facials, manicures and pedicures in the treatment room or, for the ultimate in luxury, in your guestroom.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast or cozy après ski in The Bistro. You will find every service and convenience that you need right at your fingertips.

Of course, when you think of Telluride, you think of superlative skiing: alpine, backcountry and cross-country skiing. Telluride Ski Mountain, open since 1972, offers exceptional trails with terrain for all skill levels. There is a separate area for beginners, featuring some of the finest beginner terrain in the country; and nearly 38 percent of the mountain is designated for intermediate skiers (24 percent beginner and 38 percent advanced/expert). Experts will find the steepest mogul run in the Rockies and plenty of dry, deep powder with over 300 inches of snowfall annually during a ski-season that runs from late November to early April.

Snowboarders, too, will find some of the best facilities in the World. The new Super Pipe snowboard park is the largest in the Southwest, featuring a 12-foot competition halfpipe and terrain park with berms, banks and table parks. Thanks to the grand opening of Prospect Bowl, there are now over 1700 skiable acres of “must ski” terrain for every type of skier, from the beginner to the extreme. Finally, several exciting Nordic ski trails are available around Telluride, with lessons and rentals readily available.

Suggestions for other winter activities:

• Take a breathtaking half- or full-day backcountry skiing trip.

• Go heli-skiing in high-country powder bowls and basins.

• If you are looking for a new adventure, try the fun and easy to learn snowbiking.

• Sign up for art classes in painting, drawing, ceramics, photography and other subjects at the Ah Haa School for the arts.

• The easiest way to enjoy the breathtaking backcountry is on a snowshoe tour.

• Take a guided ski or snowboard tours of some of the historic locations around Telluride.

• Take a half- or full-day trip with a team of Alaskan sled dogs.

• Indulge in a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride in town, or enjoy a unique dining experience on a dinner sleigh ride.

• Enjoy a relaxing apres-ski drink or specialty coffee in the soaring Lobby Bar with it’s cozy seating areas and huge fireplace.

• Go snowmobiling.or go ice skating.

• Go ice climbing, with terrain for beginners and experts.

• Attend a movie at The Nugget Theatre.

You can log on to their website www.thehoteltelluride.com via an easily found link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

For reservations and information, please call 1-866-468-3501

THE PEAKS in TELLURIDE OFFERS ENDLESS ADVENTURE

TELLURIDE, CO -- There’s nothing like The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa, starting with the location on the far-western slopes of the Colorado Rockies. This alpine hideaway is located in Telluride Mountain Village and connected by a scenic gondola to the historic town of Telluride, where quaint Victorian charm meets the rugged Old West.

Southwest Colorado’s premier grand resort and spa does justice to its spectacular surroundings, combining the recreational pleasures of a breathtaking natural environment with the relaxing comfort of an Old West retreat.

Not just the Golden Door Spa, but the entire resort, is designed to pamper the body, mind and spirit. In fact, the setting is so casually homelike that it’s not unusual to find guests lounging in the great room in their Spa bathrobes.

Each of the 174 rooms, suites and penthouses reflects this appealing combination of comfort and luxury. Homelike amenities include down comforters, plush terrycloth robes and slippers, and free high-speed Internet. On the upper floors of The Peaks, the one- to five-bedroom penthouse condominiums are individually furnished…from the spacious living and kitchen to options like an inviting fireplace.

Adjacent to the resort are luxurious splitlog cabins with multi-level floor plans. These two- to five-bedroom residences feature vaulted ceilings, rustic stone fireplaces, custom furniture and top-of-the-line amenities including cable TV, stereo sound systems, kitchen items and steam showers. All guests enjoy complimentary access to the resort’s world-class restaurants and to the Golden Door Spa at The Peaks.

Dining at the resort lives up to the splendor of the natural surroundings. Legends overlooks the golf course in summer, the ski slopes in winter and the breathtaking color of aspens on Mount Wilson in the fall.

Legends serves breakfast and lunch, while Appaloosa offers great steaks and chops complemented by the best sunset views in town. For après ski or just relaxing by the fireplace, nothing compares to the inviting comfort of the Greatroom with its dramatic vistas, fireside chats and live entertainment.

The Golden Door Spa at The Peaks takes rejuvenation of body and soul to the next level, a level that’s different for every individual. Inspired by the Southern Ute tribes that once roamed this rugged terrain, The Spa recreates the distinctive rituals that bring body, mind and spirit into harmony. Guests can explore the pleasures of native American traditions like The Peaks Purification Ritual in the men’s or women’s kivas or in the family kiva, all of which feature saunas, steam and whirlpool baths.

Spread over four levels and 42,000 square feet, the Spa offers an indoor rock climbing wall and dramatic floor-to-ceiling window views from the cardiovascular deck, Cybex weight room and Olympic-size lap pool. In fact, the entire Spa is designed to make the most of its environment, with specialized treatments using natural ingredients found only in the fresh, alpine terrain of the Rocky Mountains. Favorite treatments include the Blue Spruce Herbal Soak, Golden Harvest Facial, and the Skier’s Salvation Massage after a day on the slopes.

For younger guests, Base Camp offers children excitement, education and entertainment. Activities include arts & crafts, playground time, swimming, gondola rides, tumbling and more. Also available are extended hours, party nights, play groups and special programs — so the kids can have as much fun as the adults can.

All year round, The Peaks is a delightful setting for recreational adventures. There’s hiking through the mountains in springtime, golfing against the backdrop of summer wildflowers, biking and horseback riding past brilliant fall foliage, fly fishing in cool canyon streams, and river rafting amidst the rugged mountain terrain.

In winter, the romance of the Rockies comes alive with a thick blanket of snow that makes Telluride ideal for all types of sports. Sleigh rides, snowmobiling and snowshoeing are among the popular cold-weather options, but the real star is the skiing.

Guests at The Peaks have ski in/ski out access to the Telluride Ski Area, one of the most appealing in America because of its short lift lines and spectacular scenery.

Overlooking it all The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa is an alpine paradise for every season. It offers a wealth of pleasures undreamed of by the early-day miners.

For more details and info, please visit www.thepeaksresort.com or contact your travel professional.

You can also log on to The Peaks Resort and Golden Door Spa’s web site from an easily found link on the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

For hotel reservations or questions, please call 1-866-282-4545.

The HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE OFFERS LUXURY, GAMING and GREAT PACKAGES

INCLINE VILLAGE, NV -- Located on Lake Tahoe in Incline Village amidst the Sierra Nevada, the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is surrounded by magnificent peaks and extraordinary ski resorts. This winter season, there is something for every member of the family whether it is relaxing at the spa, tackling double-black diamond runs or enjoying the fresh alpine air while snowshoeing on one of the many local trails.

One way to make your resort experience fun and hassle- free is the Hyatt Regency’s Alpine Meadows VIP Lift Line Package. Using the hotel’s shuttle, guests can leave their cars behind, skip the line at the ticket window, and quickly access the chairlift to get onto the slopes.

This package, valid Dec. 1, 2006, through April 14, 2007, includes deluxe accommodations, two adult lift tickets at Alpine Meadows, complimentary shuttle to and from Alpine Meadows, and access to the Ski School/Season Pass holder lift line, an exclusive for Hyatt guests who book this package. Also included in the package are valet parking, in-room coffee, bottled water, use of the fitness center, year-round heated pool and jetted hot tubs, business center and complimentary transportation within Incline Village. The cost for the package is $250 per night for Sunday to Thursday arrivals and $299 per night for Friday and Saturday arrivals. Additional lift tickets for Alpine Meadows may also be purchased at the hotel. If Alpine Meadows is not your mountain of choice, complimentary shuttles from the hotel, will get you to and pick you up from Northstar-at-Tahoe, Diamond Peak or Squaw Valley.

If skiing isn’t your cup of tea, the resort and surrounding area offers a host of other activities to experience the bountiful Tahoe snow. These activities include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dog sledding and sleigh rides.

The Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, is the perfect base for a winter getaway. It is ideally located in Incline Village, Nev., with only a short ride to either North or South Lake Tahoe ski resorts. The property recently finished the final stage of a $62-million upgrade, completing the renovation of their 24 Lakeside Cottages. The cottages are the highlight of the property, providing guests with the feeling of staying in a private home while having access to all the amenities and activities of a four-star hotel.

Towering pines line the hotel’s secluded beachfront property, creating a perfect natural backdrop for contemplation and meditation at the Stillwater Spa at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. Located in a deep mountain valley and surrounded by breathtaking lake vistas, the 20,000- square-foot, state-of-the-art Spa offers a full menu of Lake Tahoe-inspired spa services, from their Sierra Stones Massage to an Alpine Luxury Facial and Mountain Pine Footbath.

If you are looking for a place to relax after a long day of snow sports, head to the Lone Eagle Great Room Lounge or sit by one of the outdoor fire pits for an aprèsski cocktail or hot chocolate. You can also have dinner at the award-winning Lone Eagle Grille while enjoying an incomparable lake view. Beamed ceilings, overstuffed chairs and river-rock fireplaces coupled with gourmet American cuisine make the Lone Eagle Grille the ideal place to enjoy a meal in a relaxing Tahoe atmosphere. The Lone Eagle Grille’s contemporary and traditional “lodgestyle” menu has received a People’s Choice Award three years in a row. It also boasts an amazing collection of wines to accompany the specially prepared dishes by Chef de Cuisine, Brian Motola.

About Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort Spa & Casino

A recent $62-million renovation has transformed the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino’s accommodations into Tahoe’s “New Grand Lodge,” offering sweeping lake, garden and mountain views from the 422 guestrooms, suites and lakeside cottages. In addition, the resort has a 24-hour casino, spectacular lakeside dining, year-round heated pool with swim in/out feature and two oversized jetted hot tubs. Add to that a kids’ arcade, Pier Bar, Pool Bar, four outdoor fire pits for roasting marshmallows or enjoying a cocktail. There are also modern workout facilities and the largest, most indulgent spa facility at the Lake, the 20,000-square-foot Stillwater Spa.

Year-round recreation such as skiing, boating, hiking, biking and golf are all just minutes away. Hyatt has an onsite sports shop and boat rental in addition to Camp Hyatt for supervised kids activities. Situated on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the Hyatt is located at 111 County Club Drive at Lakeshore Boulevard in the beautiful neighborhood of Incline Village, Nev.

The hotel can be reached by phone at (775) 832-1234 or toll free at 1-800-553-3288. Visit The Hyatt Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino on-line at www.laketahoehyatt. com or from an easily found link on the right side of the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

EMBASSY SUITES’ PREMIER SNOWFEST PACKAGE IS A LODGING & LIFT DEAL

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA – Whether you want an outdoor ski adventure, great entertainment, a scenic gondola ride, gaming, or shopping, Embassy Suites Hotel Lake Tahoe Resort is the perfect base for your winter vacation. You will feel right at home in a comfortable tworoom suite each night, while being steps away from a whole world of indoor and outdoor activities.

This year, Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Resort is offering the Premier Snowfest Package, which includes a seven-night stay and five days of lift tickets to the area’s best ski resorts. The Premier Snowfest Package is $1,999; the rate is based on a seven-night stay, single or double occupancy. (It does not include tax and surcharge and is subject to availability. It excludes holidays and special events.)

All packages, whether mid-week, weekend or nightly, include a two-room suite with a private bedroom featuring one king-size or two double-size beds and a separate living room with a sofa bed. This provides comfort and flexibility for couples and families. All suites have a wet bar, microwave oven, coffee maker, and two remote-control cable color televisions with in-room movies. Also included is a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each day. Your aprés ski is complete as you join other guests at the nightly manager’s reception.

You can also enjoy one of three garden atriums, pamper yourself at the spa, swim in the large heated pool, soak in the whirlpool, work out at the fitness center and dine at Echo Restaurant.

Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Resort is set on the California-Nevada border in South Lake Tahoe. It is located within walking distance to the base of the Gondola at Heavenly Ski Resort. Embassy Suites also provides shuttles to and from several other nearby excellent ski resorts. The resort is adjacent to two movie theatres, an outdoor ice skating rink, restaurants, clubs and pedestrian shopping. The famous Nevada casinos with 24-7 gaming, nightlife and big-name entertainment are just across the street.

For more information or reservations on all packages, contact Embassy Suites 1-800-988-5192.

Visit www.embassytahoe.com. You can also link to their web site from the homepage of www.skiernews.com.

TAHOE'S CAMP RICHARDSON RESORT HAS WINTER RECREATION FUN

CAMP RICHARDSON, CA— Once the snow flies the fun continues at Camp Rich with snowshoeing and cross-country skiing at the Mountain Sports Center. Recently voted “Best Place to Cross Country Ski” by Tahoe locals, the Sports Center offers groomed and marked trails for the beginner to the expert and is a great place to ski along the shores of the water. With a wide selection of skis and snowshoes (including youth and children’s sizes), lessons are available, call for more details

The miles of bike trails from summer are magically changed to a beautiful white winter wonderland for skiing and snowshoeing. Winter fun does not stop at the Mountain Sports Center, you can look forward to Full Moon Cross Country and Snowshoe parties, and the famous “Snowshoe Cocktail Race” (more info below) held on the shore of the lake at The Beacon. Imagine the fun of wearing snowshoes, holding a drink on a cocktail tray, and “racing” around a course. Prizes are awarded and everyone has fun.

For more info on any of the activities offered at Camp Richardson’s Mountain Sports Center, please call (530) 542-6584.

The Beacon Bar & Grill

Lakeside dining at its best. Home of the famous Rum Runner, voted “Best Drink” by locals, the Beacon offers great menu selections for the entire family.

Whether you are looking for appetizers, lunch, dinner or a relaxed meal in the dining room, the Beacon has it all. Be sure to try the “Camp Richardson Resort Clam Chowder”.

Winter Promotions

“Full Moon Cross Country and Snowshoe Parties”- Stop at the Beacon for a hot drink, then take a walk through the woods under the light of a full moon. Enjoy the beauty and quiet of the Tahoe winter wonderland, then return to the Beacon and finish off the evening with a wonderful dinner.

“Snowshoe Cocktail Races” - Race the course in snowshoes with a drink on your tray - see if you can go the fastest without spilling. Prizes are awarded for the fastest time and for the person who falls the most.

Happy Hour

Everyday from 4 to 7 p.m., stop in at the Beacon for great drink and appetizer specials, including their famous Rum Runner.

Winter Wild Wednesdays

When the snow flies, the fun begins, at the Beacon Bar & Grill. Happening every Wednesday night, all winter long. Enjoy specially priced Rum Runners and more.

You can reach Camp Richardson Resort by calling 1-800-766-4705 or log on to their web site www.camprichardson.com or via an easily found link on the home page of www.skiernews.com.

LAKE TAHOE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDES UNIQUE ON-LINE BOOKING

LAKE TAHOE, CA/NV – Skiers who wish to examine all types of lodging opportunities can find a wide variety at the web site of Lake Tahoe Accommodations. This site offers the viewer a chance at a virtual tour of more than 350 of the better condos, mountain cabins and homes for rent around the lake. This is a great feature. It gives you the ability to take the “guess-work” out of your decision making. You will see each property on your computer screen and take a 360-degree tour of the rooms. You will even find out all the details of the rental, such as washer and dryer availability, a fireplace and more.

Once the property site has been viewed and decisions made, the user can easily book their stay on-line. If you need to call, complementing those 350-plus vacation rentals is their friendly, knowledgeable staff. They can an