FAQs

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Where should I fly in to?

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The closest airport to Lake Tahoe is the Reno - Tahoe Airport (RNO). Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the next closest airport. Reno is the safest airport to fly in to should the weather be poor, since it is on the side of the mountains that gets less snow.

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Where should I stay?

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There are lots of great options to stay in Lake Tahoe. The best values are renting out a house or apartment through AirBNB or VRBO. Most of the properties in Tahoe are purchased in Tahoe for this reason and are professionally cleaned and managed. The next best option is a hotel nearby. The closest towns to the venue are Tahoe City, Tahoma, and Homewood.

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How do I get to Lake Tahoe from the airport?

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There are several shuttle buses available to and from the airport. There is also regional transport buses "TART" for local travel. For those that decide to rent a car, please be sure to rent a vehicle with All-Wheel or Four-Wheel drive with snow tire chains. Carpooling with other wedding guests is encouraged.

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What should I wear?

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The attire for the ceremony and reception is formal attire. Barring poor weather conditions, the ceremony will be in an outdoor space with heaters and blankets provided. Please dress warmly, and a change of footwear for outdoor and indoor is encouraged.

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Where is the couple registered?

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We are registered in several places; here on Zola, Anthropologie, West Elm, Williams Sonoma, Mackenzie Childs, and Pottery Barn.

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Should I rent skis/snowboard/ice skates or bring my own?

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All resorts and ice rinks will have equipment for rental if you do not wish to bring your own equipment. All major airlines accept ski equipment as checked luggage if it is under 50 pounds. They will need to be picked up in the oversized equipment area of the airport.

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I have never skied before - where should I go?

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All ski resorts offer lessons and rentals. Northstar Mountain is a great place for beginners as is Homewood Mountain Resort.

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Where should I rent skis or a snowboard and boots?

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There are a vast number of places to rent equipment in Tahoe. Every resort or mountain has a rental shop and almost every town has a number to choose from. One of our favorites to work with is Tahoe Dave's Skis & Boards. Visit www.tahoedaves.com to make a reservation.

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What is the elevation of Lake Tahoe?

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Lake Tahoe is over 6,000 feet in elevation. This may be a big change for some guests that are not used to this high of an elevation. If you go skiing, some peaks around Lake Tahoe can be up to 8,000 feet. To prevent altitude sickness, be sure to climb slowly whether driving or walking. Drink plenty of water, and actually eat plenty of carbs. This can really help. Take it easy and if you feel sick, stop what you are doing and take a break. Most people adjust to the altitude in less than a day.