Lake Tahoe Information: Blog

Lake Tahoe combines the bustling tourist destination scene with the chill mountain escape atmosphere, and nothing covers the array of the area’s information quite like Lake Tahoe This Week’s News and Blogs. Our blog is like that local friend who’s your source of Lake Tahoe information, who knows all the ins and outs of the area and will steer you toward the fun. Residents and visitors alike can use this Lake Tahoe information to stay up to date on the hottest of the happenings, whether it’s spring, summer, fall or winter! Want a review of recent festivals? Which Lake Tahoe activities are the locals most anticipating? How’d competitors do in the most recent athletic events? Where you can have a wild night? What about a low-key one? We keep you informed and answer all your questions with the Lake Tahoe This Week Blog.

Stay updated on the biggest events of the season and discover obscure attractions that guarantee an amazing time. As you relay this Lake Tahoe information to your crew, your friends and family may start to wonder just how you possibly know so much about the area. Past and present blog posts can give you a feel for the Lake Tahoe area, the events and the types of people you can find there. Check in regularly with Lake Tahoe This Week Blog to keep up with the latest excitement.

Martin Benes cross-country skiing, a discipline he is locally and internationally recognized for elite coaching. Photo Credit: Scott's Shots Photography.

Interview with a Local: Cross-Country Skiing, Running and Endurance Coach Martin Benes

By Kirsten Alexis | Saturday, January 18, 2025
Endurance sports are a staple of the outdoors community in the Truckee-Tahoe region. From cross-country skiing in the winter to running and participating in triathlons in the summer, there are no shortage of trails to explore and races and events to join. However, for many it can be a daunting task to try the sport or... Read More

Warm Up Your Winter Morning: 6 Can’t-Miss Coffee Shops in Truckee

By Kirsten Alexis | Sunday, January 12, 2025
What better way to start a winter adventure in the mountains than with a warm cup of coffee? Truckee is home to a variety of one-of-a-kind locally owned coffee shops and cafes that are cherished by locals and visitors. What makes these spots special isn’t just the high-quality coffee and food, it’s the welcoming... Read More
A road covered in snow after a storm. Photo Credit: Kirsten Alexis

5 Tips to Prepare for Safe Winter Driving in Tahoe

By Kirsten Alexis | Sunday, January 5, 2025
Winter is an exciting season in the Tahoe-Truckee region. Despite the colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours, the mountains come to life as fresh snowfall blankets the landscape. Endless opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, sledding, skating, and après events arise, and locals and visitors alike are... Read More
Learning to ski at Diamond Peak. Photo by Chris Bartkowski, courtesy of Diamond Peak Ski Resort.

7 Tips to Gain Confidence on the Slopes as a Beginner Skier

By Kirsten Alexis | Sunday, December 29, 2024
Ski season is in full swing here in the Tahoe-Truckee region. The resorts have been busy accommodating everyone from first-time skiers to families to pros as well as hosting holiday and New Year’s events.  As a beginner to the sport, it can feel intimidating getting on a pair of skis. There are so many new... Read More
View fireworks and ring in the New Year, Tahoe style, at Palisades. Photo Credit: Palisades Tahoe.

Ring in 2025 with these New Year's Eve Events in Tahoe and Truckee

By Kirsten Alexis | Saturday, December 21, 2024
It’s almost 2025, and what better way to celebrate the end of an incredible year and the start of a brand new one than getting your loved ones together and attending a memorable event in the Tahoe-Truckee region! From skiing and snowboarding down a mountain under a glistening firework show to dancing the night away to... Read More