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Summer in Tahoe 2021

Posted on May 18, 2021Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor: Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy live theater right on the lake! This year includes the Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), an irreverent and lightning-paced romp through some of the greatest plays of all time.
4th of July Lights on the Lake Fireworks: Each year, Lake Tahoe puts on a spectacular fireworks show to celebrate the 4th. NBC’s Today Show calls it one of the top fireworks display in the country! Follow the link to find some of the top spots to view the event.
The American Century Championship Celebrity Golf Tournament at Edgewood: July 6th-11th, pro athletes and Hollywood celebrities will compete in this ever-popular event at one of Lake Tahoe’s most beautiful golf courses.
Hot August Nights: Celebrating America’s love of classic cars and rock ‘n roll, this year’s event will be held in Virginia City on July 30th-31st and Reno/Sparks on August 3rd-8th.

A tour of the historic Virginia City or a Thunderbird Lodge Tour (by land, boat or kayak) might round out those summer days… what are your favorite ways to spend summer in Tahoe?

Summer in Bandera 2020

Posted on April 14, 2020Author The Perennial Traveler2 Comments

Planning a trip to the Texas Hill Country this summer? Here are a few favorite events happening in July and August:

For July 4th, check out Robert Earl Keen’s 4th on the River. Located in Kerrville, this all-day event features live music, food and beer, bounce houses and the largest fireworks display in the Texas Hill Country.
July 18th is Night in Old Fredericksburg, a summer evening of food, live music, an evening dance and a chili cook-off.
August 20th-23rd is the annual Gillespie County Fair, the oldest county fair in Texas.

Or perhaps you’d enjoy tubing and kayaking on the Medina River, a visit to the San Antonio Zoo or the always popular Cowboys on Main in Bandera. How do you like to spend summer in the Hill Country?

Summer in Tahoe 2020

Posted on March 25, 2020Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

In between washing our hands and disinfecting, we’re looking ahead to warm summer days and dreaming of new adventures! Here are some of the many wonderful events happening in Tahoe this summer (we’re keeping our fingers crossed that they can go forward as planned):

Harvey’s Summer Concert Series: Running from June through August, this year’s line-up includes Bob Dylan and His Band, Kid Rock and Phish.
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor: Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy live theater right on the lake! This year includes “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Mama Mia!”
Valhalla Renaissance Fair: Hosted at Camp Richardson June 6th and 7th, this family-friendly celebration features live events, food and drink, artisan crafts and more.
4th of July Lights on the Lake Fireworks: Each year, Lake Tahoe puts on a spectacular fireworks show to celebrate the 4th. NBC’s Today Show calls it one of the top fireworks display in the country! Follow the link to find some of the top spots to view the event.
The Celebrity Golf Tournament at Edgewood: July 7th-12th, 80 pro athletes and Hollywood celebrities will compete in this ever-popular event on Lake Tahoe.

A tour of the historic Virginia City or a Thunderbird Lodge Tour (by land, boat or kayak) might round out those summer days… what are your favorite ways to spend summer in Tahoe?

Bandera in July & August

Posted on June 13, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

If you’re heading to Bandera this summer, there’s plenty to keep you occupied! Here are a few highlights for July and August:

For July 4th, check out Robert Earl Keen’s 4th on the River. Located in Kerrville, this all-day event features live music, food and beer, bounce houses and, of course, fireworks.
July 15th offers Night in Old Fredericksburg, a summer evening of food, live music, an evening dance and a chili cook-off.
July 22nd-23rd celebrates the National Day of the American Cowboy at the Frontier Times Museum. The Cowboy Capital of the World is the perfect place to honor the cowboy way!
August 24th-27th is the 129th annual Gillespie County Fair, the oldest county fair in Texas.
August 27th is the 109th birthday celebration for Lyndon B. Johnson. Tours of the Texas White House begin at 10:00 a.m., after a ceremony, and are free of charge.

Or perhaps you’d enjoy tubing and kayaking on the Medina River, a visit to the San Antonio Zoo or the always popular Cowboys on Main in Bandera. The list is so long, you may need to plan two trips!

And did you know: we have FREE Wi-Fi in the hill country!