Jan 9 2012

Big Bear Lake Offers Visitors Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Jan. 23, 2012

 
Peppercorn Grille in the Village, Pine Knot AvePlanning a day trip or long weekend this Winter Season? A perfect solution for a great trip is Big Bear Lake!  If  Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Boarding or just relaxing is your thing, there are tons of great  things to do  in Big Bear Lake! EXPLOREBIGBEARLAKE.COM is where you can find What to Expect on your next trip to our unique marketplace and What’s Happening in Big Bear Lake.
 
Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors of the San Bernardino Mountains,or the warmth of a toasty fire and a good bottle of wine, Big Bear Lake is a great choice for your next vacation, day-trip or special event destination.
Spring-Like Weather has been in full force so far this year and the only precipitation for the month is a little rain and sleet on the 23rd. More fair and dry weather is forecast through the end of Jan., 2012, so enjoy!
 
Shopping has never been better than today in Pine Knot Village, the center of the Big Bear Lake Experience! A truly unique shopping destination that will inspire and reward with incomparable holiday shopping memories for the entire family.  Find what you’re looking for at explorebigbearlake.com. The best Lodging, Activities, Dining and Entertainment are all listed here! Have a great time on your Big Bear Lake visit and we do  look forward to seeing you in the Village! 
 
Need to minimize Holiday Stress? You can make reservations at some pretty great places like Northwoods Resort or Knickerbocker Mansion Inn for a great Big Bear Lake Stay and a terrific dining experience without driving around town and looking for parking. Bonus… you won’t  have to cook either!
Jan 24 2012

2012 Brings New Event to Big Bear Lake’s Village Shopping District – Village Winterfest – Feb. 3-5, 2012


The new Winterfest in the Village is touted by its professional promoters, XOS Productions, as a Fashion, Music and Sports event and is most definitely geared toward the 18-25 year age demographic and is sponsored by the Big Bear Mountain Ski Resorts and the Big Bear Lake Resort Association.

More on the XOS Productions Winterfest Event from Examiner.com Arts and Entertainment contributor Misty Schwartz.

From the XOS website:

Winterfest in the Village will consist of two consecutive days. Daytime festivities will include local and non-local vendors, entertainment, food, and family oriented interactive activities.

 XOS Battle of the Sexes Festival also includes a male vs. female snowboarding contest at Bear Mountain and on the snow winter fashion show February 4-5th.

 XOS Battle of the Sexes Big Bear Winterfest 2012 kicks off the evening of February 3rd inside a structured tent featuring headlining male and female DJ concert and winter fashion show.

“Battle of the Sexes Big Bear Lake - XOS Productions”

Northwoods Resort Winterfest Lodging Special

Jan 24 2012

Big Bear’s Best – Dining at Big Bear Lake’s Knickerbocker Mansion

One of Big Bear Lake’s best kept secrets for dining is the Knickerbocker Mansion Inn. Open for seating on Friday and Saturday evenings only, the Mansion’s dining room is supported by one of the best staffed kitchens in town.

Give the Knickerbocker a call to make your reservations and you will surely be surprised at the quality service, great food and the extensive wine list Stanley and Thomas have to offer you and your guests. 

Cheers!
869 Knickerbocker Rd
PO Box 1907
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone: 909-878-9190
FAX: 909-878-4248
e-mail: knickmail@knickerbockermansion.com
Toll Free 800-388-4179
http://www.knickerbockermansion.com

Jan 17 2012

Big Bear Lake’s Lagonita Lodge

My new year’s resolution is to post more articles on the “Best of Big Bear Lake” in 2012 than in past years.

I’ll make my start here with Lagonita Lodge. Located between Mallard Bay and Big Bear Lake just a couple of minutes by car from the Village, Big Bear’s Shopping and Dining District.

Lagonita Lodge has been on my list for a couple of years now, mostly because I personally get so many positive comments from our customers on there Lagonita stay and how they repeatedly choose Lagonita Lodge for their annual getaway to the Southern California mountains.

So if you’re looking for a change in Big Bear Lodging, check out the video and visitor comments from sites like TripAdvisor and Hotels.com and give ‘em a try!

 

Lagonita Lodge

183 Lagonita Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315 United States

866-539-0036

The Lagonita Lodge is managed by the Alderwood Group

 
Jan 13 2012

Winter in Big Bear Lake – Lift Tickets, Snowshoeing and more

Winter in Big Bear Lake means Skiing, Snowboarding and the Alpine Slide but everyone knows… ‘Tricks are for kids’. That doesn’t mean the rest of us don’t enjoy getting out in the fresh air and getting some exercise. Tamara and I have really enjoyed our time snowshoeing in the Big Bear area for several years now. The cost of getting set up is very manageable and we can break away from work for a couple of hours and get a great winter workout at any level we choose. Today’s snowshoes are easy to use, lightweight and durable and really work.Great trails for snowshoeing are accessible most of the winter in Big Bear Lake

So while the kids are on the Ski Slopes, you can get out  and do some Snowshoeing on the many accessible trails in the Big Bear Lake area.

Purchase Lift Tickets at either Big Bear Lake Ski Resort at the link below.

Big Bear Resort Lift Tickets

Jan 6 2012

Black Diamond Tavern – Big Bear Lake’s Newest Dining Experience Now Open

main dining room fireplace in the Black Diamond Tavern, Big Bear Lake, CA 

Now open for business, Big Bear Lake’s Newest Restaurant and Bar is The Black Diamond Tavern. Lunch and Dinner menu is hearty comfort food from Burgers to Braised Short-Ribs, Salads, Soups and Deserts. I am confidant you will find something on the menu you are craving.

Drinks before dinner? Black Diamond has a great Bar & Lounge area with a separate menu for light dining or snacks, Beer, Wine and Cocktails at your table or at the long, fully stocked bar Just the ticket for Après Ski, Après Work or any occasion.

Service in the large Dining Room or in the Bar is un-matched on the mountain and with a casual and comfortable ambiance, The Black Diamond Tavern is a must dine experience for visitors and locals alike. The long bar at the Black Diamond Tavern for Beer, Wine and CoctailsThe restaurant is closed on Wednesdays.

 

 

Black Diamond Tavern

42172 Moonridge Rd. 909-366-0871

http://www.facebook.com/BlackDiamondTavern

 

Jan 1 2012

Pine Knot Village ArtWalk – july 7-8, 2012

The 9th Annual Pine Knot Village Artwalk  is scheduled for July 7-8, 2012. More than 30 artists will exhibit work for sale on the village sidewalks. Stroll, shop, dine and unwind this all American Holiday Weekend in beautiful Big Bear Lake. Pine Knot Village is the place to get away and enjoy the arts in the San Bernardino Mountains.

New and returning artists include pottery, fine wood working, jewelery, leaded art glass, metal sculpture, painting, drawing photography, and more.

All weekend long you are invited to enjoy the art and live art demonstrations plus everything else the Village in Big Bear Lake has to offer visitors in the way of dining, shopping and entertainment.

Plan on visiting the Village this July and enjoying the Arts, the Alpine Climate and meeting some of the regions best artists and artisans at this ever popular annual event.

Our Lodging Partners: Bear Creek Resort, Fireside Lodge, Frontier Lodge, Alpine Suites in the Village, Knickerbocker Mansion Inn, Timber Haven Lodge, Wolf Creek Resort and Northwoods Resort.

www.twitter.com/pineknotvillage

BigBearLakeArtwalk.com

Dec 10 2011

Le Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room hosts wine tasting event on Dec. 17-18th, 2011

Le Dolce Vita Wine Bar in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CALe Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room, the newly opened Wine Bar and Tasting Room, is located across from Northwoods Resort at 40645 Village Dr. in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CA.

Dec 17-18, 2011 – 12:00 to 7:00 PM

Wine Tasting with Peter Spann featuring Sonoma County Wines from Spann Vineyards

Betsy and Peter Spann toast to "Le Dolce Vita" Cheers!

We strive to create food-friendly, unique wines that are memorable yet blend seamlessly into the occasion. Memorable in their purity, authenticity, distinctiveness, and enjoyment, seamless in how they integrate into the setting, whether it be with friends on the patio or accompanying a formal dinner. Whatever the time or place, Spann Vineyards will linger pleasurably on your palate and in your memory.

 To learn more about how we make our wines and the love, hardwork, and care that goes into our wines please visit our blog Creating Creative Juices

 Le Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room 909-866-1538     

www.ldvtastingroom.com

 http://www.facebook.com/LDVtastingroom

Dec 8 2011

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, Big Bear Lake, CA

Alpine_Slide 1

The Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is open all year and is Southern California’s only authentic bobsled experience.

Magic Mountain also features Go-Carts, Snow Play area with magic carpet walking lift, and an 18 hole Miniature Golf Coarse.

800 Wildrose Ln. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-4626

 


http://www.alpineslidebigbear.com

Dec 2 2011

Club Bombay is the Village’s newest spot for Big Bear Lake Nightlife

Located next door to the Himalayan Restaurant, Club Bombay will open the Monday November 7, 2011. After a grueling experience for the Owner with regulatory and bringing the space up to code for the Club’s use, Club Bombay is finally ready for visitors and locals to do some serious chillaxin!

With an extensive wine list and featured import and domestic beers, Club Bombay also has a full Bar and can mix your favorite cocktail as you like it!  The stage and sound system will provide for live music performers to entertain you and friends in comfort in this newly decorated and furnished lounge space complete with highly polished bar top, comfortable seating and a cozy fireplace for those cold winter evenings.

Club Bombay for Beer, Wine and Full Bar Coctail Service with a certain Panache! Cheers!

672 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA

909-547-3435

http://clubbombaybbl.com/