Lake Tahoe Ranked #1 Ski Desination Nationwide
For Skiing and Non-Ski Activites

Over 6,500 Travelzoo Subscribers Ranked Tahoe #1

(South Shore, Lake Tahoe, Calif./Nev., November 2006). Travelzoo (NASDAQ), a global Internet media company, announced Lake Tahoe, California as the number one ski destination in North America.10 million travelers trust Travelzoo reviews and recommendations.

Subscribers voted for destinations that they had visited and would recommend to others. Then, Travelzoo editors ranked the most popular destinations for both skiing and overall winter recreation and non-ski activities.

“We're thrilled to have received this recognition, as South Shore Lake Tahoe has some of the most diverse skiing terrain in the World at, Heavenly, Kirkwood and Sierra-at-Tahoe. And, guests can enjoy shopping, dining, nightlife, ice skating, snowmobiling, a gondola ride, 24-hour gaming and much more," said Patrick Kaler, executive director of the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.

The number one ranking from Travelzoo came right at the same time when Heavenly plans to open on Friday, November 17 and Kirkwood and Sierra-at-Tahoe sometime over Thanksgiving Weekend.

Live ski resort web cam views at:
Heavenly http://www.skiheavenly.com/
Kirkwood http://www.kirkwood.com/winter/webcam.html
Sierra http://www.sierraattahoe.com/info/winter/web-cam.asp

Please check these individual resort Web sites for the latest information on snow conditions, lift ticket prices and mountain operations.

SKI Magazine Reader Resort Survey ranks Heavenly Mountain Resort in the top 50 Resorts in the nation (October 2006). This year Heavenly dedicated $1.5 million to improving the snow surfaces this ski and ride season. In addition to five new Prinoth 350 groomers and a new winch cat (for grooming the steeper slopes), Heavenly will be buffing out its snowmaking system. “We've got the West Coast's largest snowmaking system, so if we get a little cooperation from Mother Nature, skiers and riders could celebrate Thanksgiving on the slopes," says Russ Pecoraro, resort spokesperson. and snowcats to category-three “green" engines.

SKI Magazine recognized South Shore's Kirkwood Mountain Resort for having the country's best “corn" or granular snow (April 2006). According to SKI Magazine, Kirkwood is also in the nation?s top 10 in three categories for Snow, Terrain Variety and Challenge (October 2005). Freeskier Magazine selects Kirkwood in the top Road Trips (November 2005). Kirkwood offers exclusive programs for all abilities from expert to novice skiers and riders. Timber Creek day facility and an expanded Burton Learn-to-Ride Center teach beginners the basics. Seasoned mountain enthusiasts can enjoy the only cat-skiing operation on South Shore or new programs at Expedition: Kirkwood, including backcountry guided tours. And, women are promised their own designed clinic where they can improve their skills' and enjoy the fun of après-ski fashion shows and wine-tastings.

Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort was highlighted by Transworld Snowboarding with a No. 7 ranking in its Must Ride -- Top Best Places to Ride for 2006. Sierra-at-Tahoe is also recognized by Freeskier Magazine as No. 9 for Best Terrain Parks (2005). Sierra-at-Tahoe introduces its Burton Progression Park this season, featuring boxes, jumps, and rails located just inches from the ground, a perfect training spot for those who have always wanted to test gravity an inch at a time. Sierra-at-TahoeResort's five backcountry gates welcome the adventure seeker who's looking to navigate rock drops, cornices, steeps, open powder fields, and tree skiing.

The winter 2006-2007 season on South Shore Lake Tahoe offers more than skiing. December 15 and 16 MontBleu Resort and Casino will feature the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival. On January 24-48 the South Lake Tahoe Gay and Lesbian Ski Week occurs with snow sport activities and nightly entertainment. The 12th Annual Lake Tahoe Gay Ski Week WinterFest 2007 occurs March 4-11. WinterFest is Lake Tahoe's original Gay and Lesbian Ski Week since 1996 and the largest Gay and Lesbian Event in Lake Tahoe. New nightclubs opened this past summer, VEX in Harrah's and Bleu in MontBleu. And, the Heavenly Village boasts restaurants, art galleries, ice skating and much more.

For more information on activities, festivals, entertainment and lodging packages, please visit www.BlueLakeTahoe.com.

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About the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
Set high in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, South Shore Lake Tahoe offers one of the World's most unique destinations, combining spectacular natural beauty and a plethora of outdoor activities along with 24-hour nightclubs, fine dining, gaming and superstar entertainment. The region's naturally beautiful white-capped granite peaks reaching nearly 10,000 feet, emerald green forests, and indigo blue waters draw vacationers year-round from around the world to experience the best in outdoor recreation, including world-class skiing and riding, boating, fishing, golfing, hiking, and mountain biking as well as to enjoy the dynamic nightlife. For information about lodging, recreation and family packages at South Shore Lake Tahoe, call the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, 1-800-AT-TAHOE (1-800-288-2463) or log onto www.BlueLakeTahoe.com.

Access to Blue Lake Tahoe
The Reno/Tahoe International Airport provides 180 daily flights with nonstop service to 20 destinations, including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Seattle, Portland, Minneapolis, Phoenix, San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, and Salt Lake City. An additional 24 destinations are serviced via direct, one-stop flights from RTIA. The airport is just 55 miles from South Lake Tahoe and is accessible via the South Tahoe Express, a luxury shuttle service. The Lake Tahoe Airport is a year-round all-weather facility with professional services located in South Lake Tahoe, CA for the general aviation and corporate executive traveler.