Whether you plan to ski, mountain bike, golf or relax, the experience and enjoyment of your mountain vacation at Northstar California can be enhanced by proper planning. From what to pack, how to save time and money to how to prepare for high altitude, we hope our tips will make your vacation as hassle-free and enjoyable as possible.
Summer Planning Tips |
Bring the Entire Family to Northstar for a Golf Getaway. While mom and dad enjoy 18-holes, the kids can have a blast learning to golf with kids their age. Northstar Resort has teen and children's two-day golf clinics for kids ages six to 16, offered July through August.
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Take Advantage of Early and Late Season Deals. Although summer lodging rates are substantially lower than winter rates, you can save even more money by visiting Northstar in the spring and fall shoulder seasons. Tahoe weather is perfect in May and September and lodging packages are often offered on weekends.
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Summer Packing Checklist In preparation for your trip, ensure you have the right clothing and other accessories to be comfortable in the varying mountain temperatures we experience in the Lake Tahoe area and at Northstar. We know it can be easy to forget the little things. Here’s a checklist that we hope will help as you’re thinking about what to bring with you. » Download Summer Packing Checklist (.pdf)
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Year-Round Planning Tips |
Save with Lodging Packages and Deals Northstar offers a variety of pre-arranged packages that include activities, lodging and occasionally food & beverage, all for one low price. Our lodging packages offer quick, convenient one-stop vacation planning. » Vacation Packages + Lodging Deals
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Take Advantage of the Northstar Recreation Center All Northstar lodging guests (Condominiums, Hotel Style Rooms and Lofts, Studios, and Mountain Homes) enjoy access for only $2 per person, per day to the Recreation Center. The Recreation Center features a junior Olympic-size, outdoor, heated swimming pool (summer only), a lap pool, a wading pool for small children, and three outdoor spas the entire family will enjoy. Children are entertained for hours in the game room that contains arcade games, ping pong tables, pool and air hockey.
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Eat-In / Groceries Most of Northstar lodging units come equipped with kitchens. A great way to save money and enjoy your peaceful mountain surroundings is to eat in. Earthly Delights artisan bakery and deli, located in the Village at Northstar, features quick, gourmet foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as carrying simple groceries, light sundries, grab and go items, and has a beer and wine selection for those looking for convenience. » Food + Dining options at Northstar
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Movies Looking to have a "dinner and a movie" night? The Village Cinemas in the Village at Northstar show popular Hollywood hits presented in ultra stereo or DTS, and offer comfortable seating and a full-service concession stand.
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Take advantage of FREE Shuttle Service Don’t worry about driving. Northstar Transportation offers convenient on-site shuttle service to lodging guests and self-park customers.
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High Altitude Tips As you ascend to higher altitudes, atmospheric pressure decreases. It is also colder, drier and the ultraviolet rays from the sun are stronger. Each of these changes may have effects on your body, most commonly occurring above 8000 feet. Northstar village elevation is 6,300' and the summit is 8,600'.
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Avoid Altitude Illness
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Prevent Sunburn
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Dress properly
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Winter Planning Tips |
Make Advanced Reservations Reserve rental equipment, adult lessons and lesson packages, children's lesson packages or child care online in advance to ensure availability and be more prepared for your visit! Reservations need to be made 24 hours in advance. » Reserve Lessons + Rentals Online
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Utilize Drop Off Zones, Free Parking for Shopping/Dining, and Valet Parking. Northstar offers two traffic drop-off zones – one for busses and shuttles and the other for private vehicles, which helps to smooth out traffic flow and avoid congestion. Private vehicles can pull up to the Village and either take advantage of Northstar Resort’s valet parking service, or unload their passengers and all of their gear before they go park the car. We also offer free 2-Hour Preferred Parking, located just steps to the Village and Gondola entrance, for guests shopping and dining in the Village at Northstar during.
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Arrive at the Rental Shop early for the Best Selection. The rental shop opens at 7:30 a.m., so head there first to avoid the lines and get the best pick of equipment. You can reserve your equipment online to ensure availability and pick up your equipment the afternoon before you plan to ski or ride.
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Take advantage of Early Bird Private Lessons and Save. Start the day off right with a private lesson, and then spend the rest of the day practicing what you learned. One-hour "Rise and Shine" private lessons are available from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. daily. Other times are available for general private lessons. Reservations are recommended. Call the Ski & Snowboard School at 530.562.3470 for details.
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Consider a 3-Day or Weekly Private Locker Membership. Northstar offers multiple convenient locations for storing small items, as well as multi-day and seasonal private locker options for guests seeking hassle-free convenience with special member-only benefits. » Day Lockers » Private Lockers
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Winter Packing Checklist In preparation for your trip, ensure you have the right clothing and other accessories to be comfortable in the varying mountain temperatures we experience in the Lake Tahoe area and at Northstar. We know it can be easy to forget the little things. Here’s a checklist that we hope will help as you’re thinking about what to bring with you. » Download Winter Packing Checklist (.pdf)
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Prepare for arrival tips Winterize your vehicle, understand your fitness level, eat well, sleep well, dress in layers!
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Once you arrive tips Review tips for once you get to Northstar
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