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Friday, December 07, 2007

Sliding on the Cheap! Alert! Storm Dumps on Sierra, Diamond Peak--SOTC Value Family Favorite!

Hello Sliders!
 
Yes, indeed, Mike Pechner nailed it! Tahoe has been dumped on,
even beyond our expectations!  This will truly be the opening ski/snowboard
weekend, with up to 30+ inches of fresh snow already being groomed
to world-renowned perfection.  Check www.slidingonthecheap.com
for updates! 
 
* Diamond Peak, SOTC Value Favorite For Families! 
As our regular readers know, I like to send out my "Best Of" Lake Tahoe
resort recommendations as the season gets underway, with special
emphasis on the little gems that locals know, but rarely get an opportunity
to share. While we love to rage over blistering steep vertical and
monster terrain park features, family resorts are the backbone
of the ski industry and one of the best, but lesser known is located
at Incline Village, named Diamond Peak.  (Diamond Peak
is planning to open December 13th, just ahead of the holiday ski
and snowboard season.)
 
"With a wide range of terrains, Diamond Peak enables skiers of all levels
to enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Tahoe. Skiers can take full
advantage of the scenery by riding the Lakeview Quad lift, featuring
fantastic views on the ascent, and making this precious gem worth every cent.
Of course, skiers will enjoy the mountain's excellent trails, and the excitement
Lake Tahoe has to offer. As one TripAdvisor traveler said,
"Weekends are never crowded, and during the week, you'll feel
guilty that they are running the lift just for you."
 
The SOTC crew feels the same way.  If you're looking for a fantastic
mountain, that caters toward families, yet has something for skiers
and riders of every level, Diamond Peak certainly will not disappoint,
and that doesn't even include the $48.00 all day adult lift pass,
one of the best bargains in all Tahoe.
 
What Makes Diamond Peak So Kid Friendly?" 
Scan down, dear sliders...
 
Bee Ferrato Child Ski Center 20 years into business  (ages 3-7) 
Low ski instructor to children ratio, 1 to 5 max
Surface lift
Safe environment
Background check for employees
All runs funnel into the Base Area
Beginner friendly “progression” Burton terrain park
$48 interchangeable parent’s pass
Great programs for children 3 -12 years old
Sierra Scout All Day Adventure Program 7-12 years old   
Diamond Pete Private Lessons Special 3-7 years old
Supervised Lunches
Pre and post lesson supervised time with the children
Safety measures for signing out children
Hot Chocolate
 
*Deals, Deals and Deals!
We can't list all of Diamond Peak's ongoing deals, you'll have to check the SOTC
website for everything, but here are a few of our favorites!
 
The Mini –Pass – ski for 2, 3, 5 or 7 days – any days you want,
the only transferable pass in Tahoe and in the US, the more
you ski the more you save. Prices start at just $85.00. 
 
*3 for Free!
The 3 for FREE program is new at Diamond Peak for the 2007/2008 season!
Buy three lesson packages up front for any skill level and upon completion
of your third lesson you receive three free lift tickets (up to $144 value!),
valid any day during the 2007/08 season. Lesson packages include a group
ski or snowboard lesson of 1 hr 45 min group lesson, standard rental
equipment and lift ticket with access to the lifts of your level.
Upgrades are available for purchase. The whole package is worth $159.
 
Diamond Peak wants to reward you for getting out on the slopes
and learning how to ski or snowboard, so they're offering three FREE
lift tickets upon completion of your lessons. 
You must mention this offer at any ticket window to receive the special price.
 
*Beginner Pass! 
$109 Beginner Pass good for the Lodgepole and Schoolhouse chairs.
Take turns watching the kids with the $48 Interchangeable Parent’s Pass!
 
*Lodging!
 Incline Village has tons, from the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, to
(our favorite) The Tahoe Biltmore Hotel and Casino located just minutes
away, by far the best hotel value in Tahoe.
 
How About If We Send A Few Of Our Readers To Diamond Peak!
If you see your email address below, send an email to kwtinto@aol.com
within 7 days to claim your free ticket! 
 
 
Make sure to visit one of our "Best Of"  resorts, Diamond Peak
 
Kevin Tinto + Crew
Editor-in-Chief
Slidingonthecheap.com

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