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Written by www.signonsandiego.com

RENO, Nev. – Skiers and snowboarders rejoiced but motorists cursed after a storm dumped as much as 3 feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada. Resort operators, who had relied on manmade snow to cover the slopes before the snowfall began Thursday, said the storm changed conditions overnight.

 “We saw people going from hiking and mountain biking one day to skiing and snowboarding the next. That's just how fast the weather changes in the Sierra,” Alpine Meadows spokeswoman Rachael Woods said Saturday.
The Boreal and Soda Springs resorts atop Donner Summit – at an elevation of about 7,100 feet – reported a foot of new snow Saturday morning for a storm total of 3 feet.

Operators had been nervous about heading into the Christmas holiday period – traditionally one of their busiest of the season – with only manmade snow.

“We knew the snow was going to happen. It was just a matter of time,” Boreal spokesman Jon Slaughter said. “The real stuff is what gets everybody excited. There's definitely more of an energy out on the slopes now.”

While the Sierra's first major snowstorm of the season allowed resorts to open more lifts and runs, they still needed more snow to become fully operational.

And while resorts reported larger crowds Saturday, they acknowledged holiday shopping and the storm itself kept many skiers away from the slopes.

Chains or snow tires were lifted Saturday morning on two major highways linking Sacramento, Calif., and Lake Tahoe: Interstate 80 over Donner Summit and U.S. 50 over Echo Summit.

But controls remained in effect later Saturday on other highways around Lake Tahoe, including Highway 88 over Carson Pass.

Soda Springs and Sierra-at-Tahoe on Saturday were among the latest resorts to open for the season.

Sierra-at-Tahoe near Tahoe's south shore reported 22 inches of snow from the storm, while Alpine Meadows reported 20 inches of new snow at its base and 28 inches at its upper mountain. This story is from www.signonsandiego.com

 
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Skiers and snowboarders Updated: Tuesday, 11 December 2007

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The World's Best Golf Vacation Destinations

 
Written by www.golfvacationinsider.com

It's that time of year. Time for making lists...and I don't mean the holiday shopping kind.

It seems everyone who writes about golf has been busy making a list of the "best golf courses" or the "best golf resorts." While they're fun to read, we think the one in Golf Odyssey's December 2007 issue is much more useful from a golf vacation planning standpoint.

Here's why. After crisscrossing the globe to come up with their list of 72 "Platinum Places," the editors of Golf Odyssey divided it into 18 sub-categories, making it more relevant and useful to families, women, escapists, golf-aholics, food-lovers, value-seekers, and others who have specific golf vacation preferences and interests.

For example, as a golf nut and a powder hound, one category that's particularly exciting to me is, The Best Places for Same-Day Golf and Skiing. The winners are:

Evian Royal Resort in France
Sunriver Resort in Oregon
Vancouver Island in British Columbia
Whistler Resort in British Columbia

Other categories that might interest you include:

The Best U.S. Bangs for the Buck (other than Myrtle Beach)
The Best Courses You May Have All to Yourself
The Best (Non-Resort) Private Courses that You Can Play
The Best Golf Resorts for Families
The Best U.S. Resorts for Women
The Best Golf Resorts for Non-Golf Activities
The Best Hidden Gems of the British Isles
The Most Anticipated Golf Course Openings

While it's normally only available to Golf Odyssey's paid subscribers, you can get a free copy of this coveted year-end issue mailed to you just by signing up for a free trial to Golf Odyssey. It's a two-issue trial so you'll get the January issue, too. If you don't like them, you can easily cancel via email.

Golf Odyssey's December 2007 issue also includes the publication's trademark Best and Worst Awards. Always provocative (and sometimes scathing), categories from this year's travels include: The Most Overrated Course in Mexico; The Worst Resort Dining; The Worst Course Management; The Best Trend in Myrtle Beach; Accommodations of the Year; and The Best Golf at the Ends of the Earth. The same-old, same-old list this is not.

Did you know?Golf Vacation Insider and Golf Odyssey are the world's only golf publications that travel anonymously and do not accept advertising, discounts, or "freebies" from the golf courses, resorts or restaurants they review.

Not already a subscriber to Golf Vacation Insider? Click here to receive our free newsletter filled with insider travel tips on the world's finest golf courses and resorts. As a bonus, we will send you a free copy of Planning the Ultimate Golf Vacation, a 40-page book filled with insider tips from the editors of Golf Odyssey. This story is from www.golfvacationinsider.com for more on this story please visit them.

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The World's Best Golf Vacation Destinations Sunday, 09 December 2007

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Savings on Vacation Rentals in the Pocono Mountains

 
Written by www.transworldnews.com

Rentalo.com Introduces Discounts of 38% on Pocono Vacation Rentals

The Poconos are a scenic mountain region in the northeastern part of Pennsylvania – easily drivable from New York City and Philadelphia. During all four seasons, the Poconos offer tourists a tremendous variety of outdoor adventures, all in tranquil, natural settings. At this time of year the big attraction is the many ski resorts with varied terrain and well-groomed white trails.

The Poconos offer a wide array of accommodation options that vary depending on the traveler’s needs. Those looking for cost-effective solutions for a winter vacation can still find last-minute special offers on vacation rentals with just a bit of online research. Websites like Rentalo.com, the leading online lodging directory, offer discounts up to 38% on Pocono Vacation Rentals.

A lovely three-bedroom and two-bath vacation home comfortably accommodates a party of nine for only $80 USD per night. This recently-renovated, charming house has a fireplace, wood stove, and various games such as pool, table tennis and air hockey.  Nearby attractions include rock climbing, snowmobiling, sledding and even hunting for more adventurous travelers. This special offer runs through April 18th, 2008 and a minimum stay is seven nights.  Those who would like to see additional information on this Poconos property, can log on to: http://rentalo.com/193131/poconosvacationrental6.html .

A cozy, secluded mountain chalet is another great option to save on accommodations, especially when traveling in a large group. During the high season it sleeps ten people for as little as $100 USD per night. Located five minutes away from numerous ski areas, this beautiful mountain home offers a large deck with a grill, DVD players in every bedroom, fully equipped kitchen and much more. To see more details, visit: http://rentalo.com/94370/mountainchalet.html

Those looking for more special offers on Pocono accommodations can visit Rentalo.com for more information. A full list of Pocono vacation rentals is also available on Rentalo.com. This story is from www.transworldnews.com for more on this story please visit them.

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Savings on Vacation Rentals in the Pocono Mountains Sunday, 09 December 2007

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Take It To The Hills

 
Written by www.blackhillsportal.com

Searching for the perfect Western mountain get-away?  Come stay in one of our beautiful mountain homes, nestled in the heart of South Dakota's Black Hills.

During your stay you can explore the beautiful Black Hills National Forest, visit Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse monuments, stroll through legendary Deadwood, or solve the mysteries of the nearby Badlands.  Lake Pactola is located only 3 miles from our resort homes for easy access to fishing, boating, water skiing, jet skiing, ice fishing, or having a family picnic by the lake.  Return to your mountain retreat to relax, enjoying the breath taking views, soaking in the Jacuzzi, or building a fire in the fireplace to chase the chill from your bones after a day of skiing and snowmobiling!  The hectic pace of city life is far away now...  The only decisions you have to make are whether to go swimming, horseback riding, hiking, skiing, or just lay back and enjoy the fireplace within the luxurious surroundings of your vacation home.

Edelweiss Mountain is located just off U.S. 385 on your way to Mount Rushmore and only 30 minutes from Rapid City. This story is from www.blackhillsportal.com for more on this  story check them out!

Call For Winter time special rates.
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Take It To The Hills Sunday, 09 December 2007

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