Reno is a year-round entertainment and gambling resort that advertises itself as "the biggest little town on earth." Nearly every month brings a special event or festival. Reno is also popular with people getting married, and a well-known residence for folks seeking rapid divorces. However, if you are ski slope bound, plan your trip from late November through March.

December and January are the coldest months with average lows in the high teens or low 20s. July is usually the hottest month with average highs hitting the 90s. Reno is blessed with low humidity, while temperature can vary greatly throughout the course of the day, the low humidity assures comfortable conditions for most folks.

Reno is a place where you can spend as much or as little as you like. With a year-round tourist trade and multiple events scheduled, it's best to book in advance. With a careful search on Lodging.com, you'll find in-season rates under $100 occasionally. The range of area restaurants can accommodate any budget. If you're there to gamble, you can cut meal costs by choosing informal eateries.