Fall is a great time to take a vacation, especially in resort communities such as Lake Havasu City.  Visiting old friends and taking a break from the cold winter weather in other parts of the country may make your vacation home the perfect spot for travelers.  There is an abundance of possibilities for booking your home this fall. And it's important to know what might interest travelers who are interested in renting your vacation home.  Therefore, I have some tips that will help bring them in.  Warm Weather Lovers   If your vacation property is located in a warmer climate, then yours may be just the place for people that search for warmer winds.  Be sure to include outdoor activities available to entice people to put on their shorts one last time before winter.  Outdoorsman  Entice hunt... 11/05/2010

Since Halloween day is just around the corner, you will begin to see fairies, action heroes, ghosts and more all around your Lake Havasu City neighborhood.  Soon they will be ringing doorbells and shouting "trick or treat".  Therefore, I have some smart, safe tips for Halloween fun in Lake Havasu City. Homeowners across town will decorate their homes in Halloween style.  Many will even answer the door dressed in full costumes themselves.  And there will be plenty of candy to go around for everyone.  If you plan to participate in Halloween this year, keep in mind your etiquette while you're having fun.  This will help ensure everyone has a safe and fun Halloween.  * If you're planning to pass out candy to your local trick-or-treaters, leave your porch light on. This will let kids and pa... 10/28/2010

The Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce just celebrated 40 years of helping small businesses succeed and thrive.  Although it's been a trying last couple of years, the chamber is still going strong.  They are even happy with the current retention rate, which is still well above the 80% mark.   The Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce is an excellent source for small businesses, residents and visitors to the area.  When you're relocating in or to Lake Havasu City, Arizona, you can ask the Chamber of Commerce for a list of real estate agents in the area who are members. When visiting the area, you can get great information from the Chamber of Commerce about local events, activities, places to see and things to do.  Coke helped organize the Chamber of Commerce's 40th birthday celebration... 10/21/2010

It is already time for the Lake Havasu City's 33rd Annual Run to the Sun again.  The event will be held October 20th through October 24th and will be hosted by the Nautical Beachfront Resort, who is also offering special rates for their guests during the event.  This event is open to cars and trucks from 1972 and older.   Guests staying at the host hotel get a special rate of $69 per night.  The rooms are expected to sell out quickly, so reservations should be made prior to arrival.  The Nautical Beachfront Resort is located just 1 ½ miles from the world famous London Bridge on the island.  There will be a show and shine that will be held at the 18-hole Island Golf Course next to the Nautical Inn.  This is a bigger venue that will allow more space for showing vehicles and spectator par... 10/14/2010

There are many events this October in Lake Havasu City for the locals and visitors to all enjoy.  With fall season in the air, it's a great time to get outdoors and take advantage of the many activities going on in Lake Havasu City, Arizona this month.  * El Zaribah Shrine Ceremonial - Oct 15th through 17th at the Nautical Inn Resort at 1000 McCulloch Blvd.  * Marine Corp Band - Oct 15th from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at Rotary Community Park.  Free admission.  Bring blankets or lawn chairs for your own seating.  * 39th Annual London Bridge Days Parade - Oct 16th in Lake Havasu City.  Parade will travel from McCulloch Blvd to Capri Blvd beginning at 10:00am. * 2nd Annual Soap Box Derby - Oct 16th following the London Bridge Days Parade.  There is a $25 entry fee for all participants. Entry regis... 10/14/2010

While most Lake Havasu City residents live here full-time, there are still many people who live here only on the weekends or holidays.  The sunny weather year round makes our fair city a great vacation destination.  With affordable housing prices, investors are gobbling up some major deals.  But why let your home sit vacant just because you aren't using it?  Here are a few ways to make your Lake Havasu City vacation home pay for itself. The Legal Stuff - Check with city government to educate yourself on local and state laws regarding rental properties in Lake Havasu City.  You will need to find out if you need a business license first before renting out your home. Property Management - If you live out of the area, you may want to consider hiring a property management company to take car... 10/07/2010

When searching for real estate in Lake Havasu City or when looking for home remodeling ideas, you should consider smart designs that make a home energy-efficient.  Lake Havasu City is the perfect area for smart designed homes where energy efficiency is needed.  Just imagine your utilities being in the low $100s versus the upper $200s+. It is easy to find homes now that are energy-efficient and it's just as easy to turn your current property into an energy-efficient one with smart design ideas.  When looking for your energy-efficient dream home, look for ones that have been constructed with the following smart designs in mind: * Position of the home - You want the home to be flooded with sunlight during the cooler months and protected during months when temperatures soar. * Extra-wide r... 09/23/2010

Lake Havasu City will soon have a new drag strip and dirt bike track to add to the many recreational opportunities that abound in the area.  Nearly everyone wants the addition and is happy that it has passed city council.  City council members unanimously approved the opportunity to add a drag strip and dirt bike track to the area.  This will bring even more entertainment and economic development to Lake Havasu.  It's events like this that help recreation towns like ours thrive. This addition will be added to the SARA Park Master Plan, which will also include nine softball and youth baseball fields and six multipurpose fields that will not need new revisions.  The SARA Park Master Plan was approved by the City Council in September 2005.  The drag strip and dirt bike track will definite... 09/16/2010

As summer nears to an end, the boating crowd often thinks that Lake Havasu just shuts down. We drain the lake, turn off all the lights and padlock the doors. Anything could be further than the truth. One of the aspects of Lake Havasu I like best is that we have two distinct seasons - HOT and not hot! Now personally, I don't really enjoy when it is 115° during the day and dipping to 108° during the 'cooler' evening hours. I know, there are a lot of people who love it, but I just don't like the feeling that I about ready to combust at any minute. During the summer, activities pretty much revolve around the lake or pools. There is no wandering the streets on a mid-week afternoon stroll. There is no 'let's sit on the patio and enjoy the nice weather' conversations. Most people will try to ... 09/13/2010

Local Lake Havasu City eateries are now promoting patriot packages.  Red Robin owner, Dante Marinelli, is one of the organizers for Patriot Days in Lake Havasu City who is partnering with Operation Gratitude.  Operation Gratitude is a nonprofit organization that sends care packages to soldiers for the holidays.  This year's Patriot Days will be a ten day celebration of patriotism in Lake Havasu City that is scheduled for September 15 through September 26.  Organizers are expecting over 40,000 people to attend.  Local restaurants around Lake Havasu City have been challenged to raise enough money to send 20,000 boxes, which will total 60,000 packages in time for the winter holidays.  Many restaurant owners are taking this challenge to heart and doing their part.  Participating in Lake Hav... 09/02/2010

Recent plans for the Nautical Beachfront Resort may be exactly what Lake Havasu City needs.  The resort has unveiled a brand-new multiple-phase, 41,000 sq ft master plan that will add a beach club destination with a resort-style pool, new conference center, 180 new units, new fitness facility, restaurant / bar, 200 dry boat storage units and other amenities.  And responses for this project have been overwhelmingly positive.  The city and its residents have been waiting for a first-class resort destination on the island for quite some time.  This new addition will also help promote tourism, which will make Lake Havasu City even more of a premier vacation destination. Demolition has already begun, trees and shrubbery are being removed and the official groundbreaking will be soon.  Althoug... 09/02/2010

Early voting in Lake Havasu City is set to end Friday, August 20, 2010.  Early voting for the upcoming primary election started on July 29 at the Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center where all local residents can easily and conveniently vote. Mohave County also sent out 10,600 mail-in ballots, but not even half have been returned.  The deadline for mail-in ballots is Tuesday, August 24 at 7:00pm.  Any mail-in ballots after the deadline will not be counted.  You can still make it to the early voting sessions at 100 Park Avenue from 8:00am to 5:00pm.  You must present a valid identification.  So, if you're interested in what may happen in your community, get out and vote. Voters will be determining which candidates will move on to the general election on November 2.  The people you elect can ... 08/19/2010

It is time for the Lake Havasu City annual "Together We Grow" at the Chamber's Business Expo.  This is an ideal event for new and seasoned businesses, alike, to showcase their products and services.  This year's expo will feature more than 60 local businesses and will include several displays, giveaways, and raffles.   The business expo will be held August 19th from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Aquatic Center at 100 Park Avenue.  This year, they will also be having an after-hours mixer that will follow the event from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.  Admission is free for everyone who attends.  For businesses who may be interested in setting up a booth to showcase your business, booth spaces are still available.  You can show off your services or products to over 1,200 expo attendees.  Space rentals are $... 08/05/2010

Lake Havasu City is getting ready to celebrate the "2010 London Bridge Days" with their annual parade.  This year's theme is "Honoring Havasu Heroes".  The parade will be held on October 16th at 10:00am with the starting point at the Corner of Acoma Blvd & McCulloch Blvd.  For those who want to watch the parade, you can view it anywhere on the parade route.  The parade route is approximately 1.5 miles between McCulloch Blvd to Capri Blvd.   For those who want to be in this year's parade, you can enter your floats or decorated vehicles easily by turning in your entry form no later than September 24th.  You can get an entry form from the Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce or print one out online from here.  All floats and decorated vehicles must have fire extinguishers on board and must be m... 08/05/2010

It is a BEAUTIFUL blue sky day in Lake Havasu City, AZ.  According to our local MLS, we have 626 single family home listings.  These homes are listed at a range of $39,900 and $954,000.  Of the 626 listings, 25 homes are priced at $100,000 or less.  Active foreclosures are numbered at 68 with a range of $39,900 all the way up to $725,000. In the past three months 401 single family homes sold with a range between $40,000 all the way up to $954,000.  Of the 401 homes sold, 164 were foreclosed properties. As you can see, REAL ESTATE is moving in Lake Havasu City. 08/04/2010

When you're looking for an activity for the whole family, you will find that you can visit famous lighthouses from near and far in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.  And, it won't take you long to discover that there are more lighthouses in Lake Havasu than any other city in America.  Visiting all these fully functional light houses will keep you busy for days.  There are more than 15 lighthouses that sit along the shores of the lake that were built to the specifications of the most famous lighthouses along the East and West Coasts.  The city is even planning for several more. Some lighthouses in Lake Havasu City you may enjoy visiting: Lake Havasu Marina Lighthouse - This lighthouse is located at the Lake Havasu Marina entrance.  It was actually the forerunner to the Lighthouse Club formation... 08/03/2010

Lake Havasu City's Thunderbolt Middle School does it again.  They are the only one of nine local schools to receive and retain the state's highest academic label of top achievement.  Out of nine schools across the Lake Havasu Unified School District, Thunderbolt Middle School has once again received an "excelling" label, which is based on student's state exam scores. Of the five elementary schools in the district to receive the "excelling" label last year, all are now "high performing" schools.  Havasupai Elementary was the only school to raise their academic status over the year.  Havasupai was a "performing plus" school last year; this year it has been recognized as a "high performing" school. This is excellent news for families with children who are seeking to relocate to a community... 07/29/2010

It's amazing that many people who live in Arizona or the surrounding areas have never been to Lake Havasu City, Arizona before.  There are numerous outdoor activities throughout Arizona, but Lake Havasu City offers the top 8 things to do.  Lake Havasu City is located on Hwy 93, around 2 ½ hours from Las Vegas.  Many call it the desert playground.  Lake Havasu can be enjoyed year round.  But, its best months are from spring through summer.  Therefore, I've compiled a list of the biggest attractions in Lake Havasu that even few insiders know about.  So, don't worry about the heat and wear lots of sunscreen.  * London Bridge - This is Lake Havasu's landmark.  The English Village surrounds the bridge, giving the area a feel of London.  You'll find many lovely shops and restaurants where you... 07/15/2010

Buying green homes in Lake Havasu City real estate is becoming more popular than ever before.  Green building began as a buzzword just a few years ago. However, green building has transformed today's real estate industry around the globe.  Many real estate agents are earning their "Green Designation" through an NAR designation program.  It's a groundbreaking education course that gives agents and builders vital training, information and support when they are seeking to advance their business skills.  It's also helping professionals to raise awareness of the environmental impact of residential and commercial real estate. Established communities in Lake Havasu City that have green homes clearly show a real estate market advantage compared to traditionally built homes.  This advantage show... 07/08/2010

Lots  of activities happening in Lake Havasu City in the month of July! 07/ 4/10 - 07/ 4/10 04:00 PM FREEDOM FESTIVAL & FIREWORKS SHOWFestival at 4pm at Rotary Park  Free AdmissionFireworks begin at 9pm overlooking Thompson Bay(928) 486-3714 Tony, (928) 208-3463 Greg   DATE:July 16th - 18th, July 23rd - 25th TIME: 7:30pm Friday and Saturday2:00pm Sunday      Alice and Wonderland Jr.   Fourth Friday Backstage Cabaret London Bridge Resort. Call (928) 854-5404 for more information. Lake Havasu Museum of History 320 London Bridge Road, All program meetings are at 7:00 PM unless noted otherwise. Free Admission. Visit the museum website for a schedule of upcoming events, presentations and events.   July 02 2010   Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 26 27 28 29 30 1 Cruisi... 07/01/2010