... a link to a local rental agency: http://www.sancarlosagency.com/ If you find some homes that look promising, I'll be glad to do some drive-bys to take a look. As for hotels, it's very hard to make recommendations without knowing your upper price limit. I don ... more

... I think a lot of hotels have not decided on a rate yet. Hopefully I can get something in Monteray as it is just me and my wife. Most vacation rentals are already booked as well. I will keep the chat going and let you know what I can find ... more

... the flight costs-- AND THE RENTAL CAR RATES. We've had guests save over $100 per week on their rental car, when airfares were roughly comparable. Two other things: 1. Check into what it will cost to check bags. Southwest is lowest, and we've had personal experience w/being ... more

I also prefer Sacramento. We flew into San Francisco last time and the luggage and rental car took twice as long as in Sacramento. ... more

Another big double thumbs up for Sacramento (SMF) - just don't fly in on a Sunday afternoon headed to Napa. (Tahoe traffic). Agree with ease of in and out, car rental, etc. ... more

... com - the Tahoe Weather Geek does a great job keeping locals (and part time locals like us) updated on the latest weather. Check it out before you come. I'm pretty confident you'll have plenty of snow for your ski vacation! Have Fun! -Michelle Bruin Woods at Tahoe Donner ... more

... make it there to spend a few hours. Do you have any suggestions for places to eat? Any advice would be appreciated. I have eaten at Garwoods and a place in Tahoe City right by where the raft rental place is but would love to hear about some other options ... more

A rental car is always much easier and about half the time to get places. Parking is plentiful and not at all expensive, in many cases it's free up to two hours, like Santa Monica and Farmers Market.. I agree about changing hotels. ... more

... if you can split your vacation into 2 parts, staying in or near Santa Monica will position you near the airport. From Hollywood Bl & Highland Av, take the aforementioned #217 or #780 bus and get off before Farmers Market at the corner of Fairfax Av and Santa Monica Bl. Transfer ... more