Heavenly Ski Resort
A resort that lives up to its name is Heavenly Ski Resort, possibly one of the best places to ski. As what most ski buffs say, the resort is absolutely heavenly. Heavenly Ski Resort is in South Lake Tahoe on the Nevada-California border. The 97 runs of the resort can be found in both California and Nevada as well as the 4,800 acre of land that has four base camps and 30 lifts. All skiers regardless of their expertise make it a point to experience the fun downhill skiing.
Heavenly Ski Resort is owned and operated by Vail Resorts Inc.who purchased it in 2002. It is a fact that nine meters of snow falls in Heavenly Ski Resort annually.If the annual snowfall doesn’t provide adequest coverage then they’ll just make more. The reason being the resort has one of the largest snow making systems in the US. This is one of the reasons why the resort is attracts many skiers because they can be assured of coverage even when snowfall has been sparse (which is seldom).
Whether visitors are skiers or non-skiers they would surely find something to do at Heavenly Ski Resort. Guests can check out Cafe Blue if they wish to take a rest first and enjoy the scenery of the resort. There, tourists can get a bite to eat. Additionally, there are several Lake Tahoe ski resorts close to Heavenly Ski Resort. Almost all of the hotels you can find are especially designed to make every guest feel at home as much as possible.
The Heavenly Ski Resort is not only for seasoned skiers but also ideal for beginners. This is because Heavenly Ski Resort has three kinds of terrain with different levels of difficulty. One can choose from beginner, intermediate and advanced/experienced. Guests can also have a wonderful experience staying at eco-friendly hotels after their skiing by checking out http://www.istaygreen.org – the directory of “Green’ lodging for more lodging options.
Heavenly Ski Resort also has four forms of lifts for everyone to try out. It includes one gondola, one aerial tram, eight surface lifts and 19 double chairs. The lifts provide the skier a glimpse of the breath-taking vistas at the resort.
Just recently, the ski resort received an authorized 10-year plan to come up with enhancements in the resort. Some of the changes and improvements included in the 10-year plan are construction of Skiways Glades and Skyline Trail. Both are expected to be 10% more challenging compared to any of the current trails Heavenly Ski Resort offers. Another is the building of the Powderbowl Lodge, a skier bridge that can accommodate no less than 950 people. An eco-friendly water flow system and a number of low exhaust buses are just a few of the upgrades included in the 10-year plan.
Heavenly Ski Resort does not only offer has more to offer than just exciting and fun skiing and snowboarding adventures. There are also a number of local bars and restaurants for a experiencing a great night life too. Everybody will really find a destination to enjoy their night. Some can also try their luck at the casinos located within walking distance of the resort.
