It was tough deciding on the winner with so many incredible entries about vastly different experiences. Thanks to everyone who entered the contest and keep an eye out for our next contest.......
Here is the winning entry:
It's really fitting that I found this contest on the same week my husband and I are celebrating our 1 year anniversary and our week long retreat to Squaw Valley. I always new Lake Tahoe was the ideal honeymoon location for us. My husband loves nature, good food, and the great outdoors. I wanted to find a place where we could peacefully relax in a beautiful atmosphere, but find an exciting night life. I knew the combination of the majestic views and the nearby casinos would please both of us. And, after a long 13 month engagement and all the stress of wedding planning, Squaw Valley was just what we needed.
I couldn't have asked for a more prefect week in Squaw Valley. I often woke up early for a stroll through the Village to enjoy the crisp chill of the morning and a cup of Starbucks. Dave would prepare breakfast for us in the in-suite kitchen and plan out our day. Lunch in Tahoe City? A hike around Emerald Bay? Cruise on a sailboat? Win big in Reno? Get stuck in a snow storm? We did it all. We made candles at Waxen Mood. We drank Irish beers at Auld Dubliner and had pizza at Fireside…twice. We spent our gambling winnings on fleece jackets to keep us warm and became the chocolate shops best customers. We took advantage of everything Squaw Valley and Lake Tahoe had to offer.
A year later, photos of those beautiful views we enjoyed from our balcony in the Village hang in our living room. We are reminded every day of that very special trip. Dave and I plan to return to Lake Tahoe again. Until then, the Village at Squaw Valley will always be close to our hearts!
David and Gabrielle Benson
No comments:
Post a Comment