When it comes to holidays, I'll admit that I'm more likely to be seen sunning myself on a sandy beach than hurtling myself down a mountain. Previous experiences of being overtaken by smug six-year-olds powering down the mountain while I tentatively inch my way down the slope have, I'm afraid, left me somewhat scared. Nevertheless, I'm not generally one to be beaten and when the opportunity arose to face my demons I decided things really could … [Read more...]
Courchevel’s Chalet de Pierres Returns after 5M Euro Renovation & Addition of New Chanel Boutique
Chef Mathias Dandine is Appointed and Debuts a French Regional Menu Courchevel, France (January 18, 2011) - The Chalet de Pierres returns to the illustrious Courchevel 1850 gastronomic landscape with the commencement of the 2010/11winter season. The owners and operators of the world-renowned Hotel de Charme Les Airelles recently acquired the restaurant and invested more than five million Euro into its renovation, updated the interiors, … [Read more...]
Curry Village Ice Rink at Yosemite National Park to Open Thanksgiving Day
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif., November 26, 2010 - The Curry Village Ice Rink at Yosemite National Park will open on Thursday, November 25 ushering in the 2010-11 winter season. The Curry Village Ice Rink was established in 1928 when the Yosemite Winter Club flooded an unused parking lot. Now a permanent fixture, the rink is located in the western part of Curry Village, nestled below Glacier Point with views of snow-capped Yosemite icons such … [Read more...]
Sport Chalet to Collect Coats for Clothes4Souls
Customers are invited to donate their gently worn winter coats and in return Sport Chalet will give them a special offer on any new winter coat Nashville, TN - November 16, 2010 - Coming alongside their nationwide drives to collect shoes, Soles4Souls announced in early 2010 the launch of their new charitable division Clothes4Souls. Due to the success of the recent Sport Chalet shoe drives the two companies are partnering again to launch a new … [Read more...]
Lonely Planet Hawaii
Lonely Planet Hawaii by Lonely Planet This book covers "the big Island" - it is small and light enough that it can be carried with you when you are actually traveling. This is a full color guide to some of Hawaii's nicest beaches and activities with additional information about this state's unique myths and legends. The "best" section in the front of the book is well worth reading. Another highlight is their spotlighted interviews with locals … [Read more...]
Kuru Shoes
Kuru Shoes (Reviewed: Jun 2010)We recently wore a pair of these shoes on a trip to Hawaii. While being new these shoes hardly needed breaking in and wore wonderfully on hikes in the diverse microclimates of Maui. From running beachside on the edge of the surf to hiking at 10,000 feet on the upper slopes of Haleakala these shoes held up very well to the different rigors. Kuru shoes are lightweight, extremely comfortable, and very breathable … [Read more...]
Tahoe Receives Close to Seven Feet of Snow in Seven Days
Prime Spring Skiing Conditions through April --Nearly 500 Inches of Snow This Season at South Shore April 6, 2010 (South Lake Tahoe, Calif./Nev.) - Lake Tahoe South Shore (http://www.TahoeSouth.com) is prepared for a major weekend of skiing and riding with 1.5 to 2.5 feet of light dry powder falling in the past 24 hours on area ski resorts: Heavenly Mountain Resort, Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort. Weather is … [Read more...]
High and Wild
High & Wild by Galen Rowell A collection of short, mostly mountain & rock climbing stories. Join now deceased famed photographer Galen Rowell on his International adventures ranging from the icy slopes of an Alaskan range to formidable routes in the great Himalayas. As expected from a photographer of Rowell's caliber, spectacular photos accompany the stories. At the time of his untimely death in a plane crash near Bishop California, he … [Read more...]
Yosemite
The shoulder seasons (early spring, mid to late fall) are excellent times for visiting Yosemite National Park. The weather is a bit cooler than the heat of the summer (nights are chilly but days warm up nicely) and you are sure to miss the masses of crowds that converge on the valley floor during the mid summer. Not to be outdone is the winter season - Badger Pass Ski Area with its set of lifts, runs and an excellent ski school is found within … [Read more...]
Yosemite – More Information
Please use the following resources for information about Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County and beyond. General www.yosemitehikes.com great site that lists all the major hikes in Yosemite, with photos and maps www.symg.com Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides - offers a variety of hikes and climbing opportunities Planning Use these sites and vacation planners to help with your … [Read more...]
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