Absence sharpens love, presence strengthens it. – Benjamin Franklin

Indeed Benjamin Franklin was onto something, and there’s nothing like a romantic getaway to rekindle the joy of relationship with the one you love.  Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year with something more than the typical roses and chocolate: whisk away to legendary Squaw Valley and indulge in a two night stay!

Replete with your package is dinner for two at Grahams at Squaw Valley, complimentary bottle of red wine from award winning McDowell Valley Vineyards, and couples’ Swedish massage on-site at Squaw Valley Lodge [Tweet This!].  It’s the perfect way to wind down from a day on the slopes.   And remember, with your Tahoe Super Pass you can ski/ride at both Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows.  A free shuttle runs daily between the two mountains, for your convenience.

Don’t lift a finger this Valentine’s holiday.  Surprise your sweetie with a snowy getaway in the Lake Tahoe winter sunshine. See below for details and book now!

• Two Nights Lodging in a spacious Deluxe Studio Suite Condominium for two.
• Dinner for two at renowned Graham’s at Squaw Valley: Graham’s three course dinner for two.  (Includes tax and gratuity. Beverages not included.  Reservations required.)
• Complimentary bottle of red wine from award winning McDowell Valley Vineyards.
• Swedish massage for two in Squaw Valley Lodge Massage Rooms.  (One hour Swedish Massage.)
• Use of the Squaw Valley Lodge Indoor or Outdoor Whirlpools, Sauna, Steam Room and Health Club.
• $625 total package cost midweek; Sunday-Thursday ($156.25 per person/per night, double occupancy.  Taxes not included.)
• $699 total package cost weekends; Friday and Saturday ($175 per person/per day, double occupancy.  Taxes not included.)
• Valentine’s Day dining, February 14th, with the current 15% off lodging, the package price is $181 per person, per night. $724 for two midweek nights with Valentine’s dining and massage.

Lodging discounts not valid everyday and are subject to change.  Based on availability.

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Photo Credit Keoki Flagg

It’s that time of year! Although Lake Tahoe summers are indescribably beautiful and fun, we tip our hats to winter. In case you haven’t heard the rumor mill of openings in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe, following are the projected dates. Keep in mind that many are weather permitting and subject to change.

• Alpine Meadows – December 10
• Boreal Mountain Resort – Open
• Diamond Peak Ski Resort – December 15
• Donner Ski Ranch – TBA
• Homewood Mountain Resort – TBA
• Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe – November 23
• Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort – November 18
• Soda Springs – TBA
• Squaw Valley – November 23
• Sugar Bowl Ski Resort – TBA
• Tahoe Donner Ski Resort – December 9

Remember, if you haven’t purchased your Tahoe Super Pass (access to Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows) then be sure to pick one up here!

The brand new Tahoe Super Pass is the ultimate dual mountain Tahoe pass, providing access to some of the most remarkable, expansive terrain in all of North America. The Tahoe Super Pass is good at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows, providing access to over 6,000 acres, spread across eight Sierra Nevada mountain peaks. The listed prices for the pass are only guaranteed until November 30, 2011 so get yours now!