Carson Valley is rich in historical significance and home to Genoa, Nevada’s oldest settlement and Carson City, Nevada’s capital city.  Explore a museum, take a tour, pan for gold, shop for antiques, and then quench yours with a beer at the Genoa Bar – Nevada’s oldest thirst parlor.  The communities of Carson Valley host a full schedule of special events throughout the year that you won’t want to miss – including hot air balloon races, chili cook-offs, rodeos, classic car shows, and of course, the ever popular Genoa Candy Dance Fair.  If a little R&R is the only thing you have on your schedule, head straight to an elegant hot springs spa resort for a leisurely soak, a massage and a glass of wine.