From romance to family and outdoor activities to spas, Lake Tahoe area casinos, resorts, campgrounds and hotels are announcing some of their 2008 summer packages, with a focus on customizable options. See which package best fits your personality.

Rekindle the Romance
• Wine, dine & roses
Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel & Ski Resort is offering the Couples RNR Package, which includes two consecutive night accommodations in a two-room suite with champagne, strawberries, and rose petal bed decoration upon arrival. In addition, guests receive dinner for two at Echo Restaurant or by personalized room service with a bottle of wine. Guests supply the romance and intimacy. Call (800) 988-9820 or visit www.embassytahoe.com.

• Fulfill your fantasies
Lovers can unleash hidden desires at The Fantasy Inn & Wedding Chapel where romance comes alive in its specialty themed rooms such as the Princess Room, which is subtly decorated with dimmed lights and a deep, five foot whirlpool spa swirling with fragrant warm waters as well as a European shower. Rates start at $99 per night. Call (800) 367-7736 or visit www.fantasy-inn.com.

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Eat, Sleep and Be Merry
Visitors to Harveys Resort & Casino can take advantage of its first-class accommodations, restaurants and spa, while enjoying the latest in slot machines and table games. The resort’s summer package includes two nights lodging, a $100 dining credit and a $150 spa credit. Located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, Harveys has five restaurants, live entertainment and luxurious spas and saunas. Call (800) HARVEYS or visit www.harveystahoe.com.

• Will sleep for food
The Lakeside Inn and casino resort recently completed a million-dollar room renovation featuring contemporary mountain lodge-style décor and has a Dining Package that provides two nights lodging and a $100 dining credit per night. Call (800) 624-7980 or visit www.lakesideinn.com.

• Save $20
At MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa Summer, Getaway packages are available Sunday through Thursday starting at $119 and include a deluxe room and a $20 food and beverage voucher to one of the property’s six restaurants, including the Ciera Steak + Chophouse, del Soul Mexican Restaurant and 50s-themed diner, 20-Four. Call (800) BE-LUCKY or visit www.montbleuresort.com.

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Awaken your inner explorer
• It's a family affair
The 19-acre resort, Lakeland Village, is offering a $50 daily discount with its Family of Four special which includes a four-night stay in a one-bedroom suite with hide-a-bed. The village’s services include a complimentary kids’ camp, private beach and dock, private shuttles and daily housekeeping. Call (800) 822-5969 or visit www.lakeland-village.com.

• Cruise the Blue
The “View the Blue Package” from Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel & Ski Resort provides a two-room suite with two tickets for the M.S. Dixie II or the Tahoe Queen, the area’s two sternwheeler paddleboats, as well as two tickets to ride the Heavenly Gondola to its 3,000 foot high observation deck. Embassy Suites always provides a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening manager’s reception. Call (800) 988-9820 or visit www.embassytahoe.com.

• Beach and boat
The Timber Cove Lodge Marina Resort is offering one night’s accommodations in its beachside hotel and two tickets for a ride on the paddlewheel boat, Tahoe Queen, departing from Ski Run Marina. Prices start at $158 per night. Call (530) 541-6722 or visit www.timbercovetahoe.com.

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Relax to the Max• For couples
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa has a Couples Spa package that includes two nights lodging in its beachside lodge, one-half hour massage and hydrotherapy tub session. Its private beach, heated pool and convenient location are among its amenities. Call (800) 448-4577 or visit www.tahoelakeshorelodge.com.

• Connect with nature
At MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa, guests get a 25-minute elemental nature facial and 25-minute elemental nature massage at Onsen Spa, along with one night’s accommodations in a deluxe room. Rates start at $219. Call (888) 829-7630 or visit www.montbleuresort.com.

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors
• Live like the rich
Historic Camp Richardson Resort is an outdoor enthusiast’s mecca, with kayaking, biking, camping, horseback riding and access to some of the most popular trails in South Shore. The resort’s lakeside cabins sleep two to eight people, and offer a gas fireplace and basic kitchens (including microwave, coffeemaker and toaster). Its on-site restaurant, Beacon Bar & Grill, is a favorite among locals. Call (800) 544-1800 or visit www.camprichardson.com.

• See and do it all
Another resort set among groves of pine trees and Lake Tahoe’s shoreline is Zephyr Cove Resort. Its accommodations include historical cabins, cottages and two-story chalets, and the resort is home to Zephyr Cove Marina, volleyball courts, a beach bar and grille, and on-site restaurant. Its Spring Fling package provides three nights for two in a lakeside cabin, a two-hour power boat rental, two tickets for the Emerald Bay sightseeing cruise on the M.S. Dixie II, breakfast and lunch for two. The package starts at $449. Call (800) 23-TAHOE or visit www.zephyrcove.com.

For more information call the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, (800) AT-TAHOE (800-288-2463) or log onto www.BlueLakeTahoe.com.