Archive for June, 2010

Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

Monday, June 28th, 2010
Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

Paddle Boarding in Lake Tahoe

If you looking for a different outdoor activity to add to your Tahoe vacation, a new activity is on the rise in the Lake Tahoe area — paddle boarding.  If you are not familiar with paddle boarding, picture a surfer standing on a board, with no waves, using a single paddle to move along in the water.  Paddle boarding is becoming quite popular on Lake Tahoe because of the crystal-clear, calm waters and weather; the ideal conditions for paddle boarding.  So popular, in fact, that local boat rental companies are now renting them out to the public, and there has just been the 2nd annual Lake Tahoe Paddle Festival here on the South Shore this past weekend.  It is a great activity the whole family can take part in and to do get out on the lake and do some sightseeing!

Waterfront Rental with a Boat Dock for 4th of July

Friday, June 18th, 2010

If you are still looking for an affordable waterfront South Lake Tahoe vacation rental with a private boat dock during the 4th of July holiday weekend, Buckingham has one left!  It is a beautifully remodeled home in the Tahoe Keys community that can accommodate up to 9 people comfortably.  For more information, please call our office at 800.503.0051 or click here for a direct link to the property page on our site.

Hot Air Balloon Rides Over Lake Tahoe

Monday, June 14th, 2010

If you are looking for a unique way to do some sightseeing while on your Tahoe vacation, a ride in a hot air balloon could be just the thing.  Lake Tahoe Balloons offers two kinds of rides, Lake Tahoe Flights and Carson Valley Flights.  The Lake Tahoe Flight inflates, launches and lands on the upper deck of the Tahoe Flyer (the world’s only USCG certified balloon launch and recovery aircraft carrier vessel).  Flying from lake level to approximately 8,000-10,000 feet above sea level provides breathtaking, undisturbed views of the entire Lake Tahoe Basin and the Sierra Nevada mountain range including Emerald Bay, Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake and the Desolation Wilderness.  The package includes complementary transportation to the launch site, deluxe continental breakfast, pleasurable boat cruise, approximately one hour flight, traditional champagne toast celebration and a special logo souvenir!  They recommend wearing layers due to the flight beginning just after sunrise and warming up with the propane heaters, and comfortable walking shoes.  And don’t forget your camera!  The total trip time takes approximately 4 hours.

Hot Air Balloon Over Lake Tahoe

Hot Air Balloon Over Lake Tahoe

Wine Tasting in South Lake Tahoe

Friday, June 11th, 2010
Après Wine Company in South Lake Tahoe

Après Wine Company in South Lake Tahoe

After a long day on the slopes or a day out on the boat, unwind with some wine at Après Wine Co.  They offer fine wines, tastings and gifts… and now offering lunch!  They have over 50 different wines available for tasting on a daily basis, they serve lunch between 12 – 4 daily and appetizers all day!  The food and wines are delicious.  You can purchase an Après Wine Pass (similar to a debit card) and put it into the Enomatic wine dispensing machines, and choose a wine, wait a second for the pour, then… swirl, sniff, sip and enjoy!  Their wines for sale are organized by region, and the staff is very knowledgeable about every kind of wine (and have tasted every single one!).  There is section in the back with wines under $20 and under $10 if you are looking to spend a bit less.  In the front of the store, they have every wine accessory you could need, and some other goodies too: jewelry, Tahoe collectibles, and much more.

Their calendar is packed with weekly events and they offer a happy hour twice daily on Mondays through Saturdays!  During happy hour, you can enjoy reduced pricing for wine tastings and appetizers.  It is located in the Ski Run shopping center, across the street from the Ski Run Marina, one mile from the casinos.

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An Evening With Stevie Nicks

Monday, June 7th, 2010

The 2010 Summer Concert Series has announced a new addition to their lineup this season!  Stevie Nicks will be performing on Friday, August 6th at 8:00pm.  If you are planning to book a South Lake Tahoe vacation rental this August, this would be a great show to catch during your stay.  This is Stevie Nicks’ first show at the Harveys Outdoor Arena.