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Lake Tahoe Basin Prosperity Plan: Geotourism could be big revenue source, economists say

Lake Tahoe Basin Prosperity Plan: Geotourism could be big revenue source, economists say
The emerging popularity of paddle boarding at Lake Tahoe, leading to the growth of retail outlets centered on the burgeoning recreational activity, is an example of how a niche economy can result from recreational innovation, officials said.

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Casino Montelago at Lake Las Vegas closing March 14th

Casino Montelago at Lake Las Vegas closing March 14th
Another local casino is falling victim to the ailing economy. On March 14th Casino Montelago at Lake Las Vegas will close. More than 150 will lose their job. Casino representatives say it is a direct result of the decision to close the Ritz Carlton at Lake Las Vegas.

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Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas to close in May

Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas to close in May
The Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas in Henderson will close its doors May 2. “Our owners, Village Hospitality, decided they could no longer fund the hotel,” Ritz-Carlton spokeswoman Vivian Deuschl told the Sun.

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Lake Las Vegas Residents Disappointed at Ritz-Carlton Closing

Lake Las Vegas Residents Disappointed at Ritz-Carlton Closing
This week, officials at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas said they will be closing in May, leaving close to 400 without a job. This is the first time the Ritz has ever had to a close a hotel.

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Lake Vegas hotel goes under

Lake Vegas hotel goes under
ON the shores of woebegone Lake Las Vegas, Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has set May 2 as the 349-room hotel’s last day of operations.

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Ritz Carlton at Lake Las Vegas shutting down

Ritz Carlton at Lake Las Vegas shutting down
The Ritz Carlton at Lake Las Vegas is shutting down. Hotel officials blame the poor tourist industry and the economic slump for the closure. 340 employees were told today that the resort will shut down on May 2nd.

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Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas Closing

Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas Closing
The Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas will close May 2, FOX5 has learned.

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I need a wedding photographer/photojournalist for my Lake Las Vegas wedding?

I have a budget but I want the photos to be AMAZING. I have been researching a lot but I would prefer some advice from someone who has actually used someone that they just loved. Also maybe someone who has experience at Lake Las Vegas. Thank you!!

Lake Las Vegas Ice Skating

While ice skating may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Christmas in Las Vegas, even without the snow, the floating skating rink at Lake Las Vegas holds on to the traditional Christmas pastime.

For the fourth year, Lake Las Vegas kicked off the holiday season with their floating Rockefeller Center sized skating rink. The ice rink floats on the 320-acre lake, off the shore of MonteLago Village and is open to skaters of all ages. It uses 110 five gallon buckets of water and 12,000-pound chiller unit to help keep the ice cold, and can hold up to 60 skaters at a time.

Starting off the holidays in Las Vegas, Lake Las Vegas Resort hosted it’s ceremonial tree lighting, with an appearance by Santa Claus and a special musical performance by Green Valley Choir and Helen Joy Choir on Friday, November 16.

Marketing Director Cary Krukowski says “Every year we love to create an environment that brings families closer together, builds festive traditions and allows us to be part of their memories.”

The Lake Las Vegas ice rink is open every day from noon to 9 p.m. through February 17. The cost is $15 per person, $12 for children 12 years of age and under. Groups of 20 or more are $8 a person and season passes are also available for $125 (including the cost of skate rentals).

Lake Las Vegas is host to other fun and holiday-themed events as well. The popular annual gingerbread competition runs daily until December 22nd, as well as holiday shopping and visits from Santa Claus at Monte Lago until December 23rd.

For more about the holiday events at Lake Las Vegas resort, call 564-1600 or visit www.LakeLasVegas.com

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No joke, curlers eyeing South Lake Tahoe club

No joke, curlers eyeing South Lake Tahoe club
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Twelve years ago, curling was the cult classic of the Winter Olympics, the sport broadcast in the wee hours of the morning only to be eclipsed by Alpine skiing or figure skating in the day. But as Olympians prepare to compete in Vancouver this month, curling is gaining more attention, even enough to potentially start a league in South Lake Tahoe according to some of …

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