It might be built on a swamp and it might be a political swamp, but the nation’s capital is still a great place for children to visit. I should know. Just about every year from third grade through eighth grade my class made a field trip to Washington, DC. It got to the point where I could give a tour of the city better than the tour guide and where I actually grew tired of the freeze dried ice cream at the National Air and Space Museum.
With its many monuments ... [read more]
We’ve been hyping summer cruises to Alaska for some time now on this here little blog. Alaska is truly one of the best places to do on a cruise. The only real drawback is that it is far away from where most of us live and as a consequence the cruises that visit the Last Frontier are usually more expensive than those going to the Caribbean and Mexico. That is not necessarily the case at the moment.
As we officially celebrate the first day of summer today we see that prices ... [read more]
Some people like to call Reno, Nevada a poor man’s Las Vegas. That isn’t exactly the label one wants to read when they are going to a city that is known for its gambling establishments. Perhaps a better endorsement would be to call Reno a luck man’s Las Vegas.
Poor or lucky, Reno is what it is, which is primarily a city of casinos. That means lots of large rooms with gaming tables where you never can tell what time of day it is. That means hotels that are ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 19th, 2007
Tags: Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Reno, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Did you know that this is The Year of a Million Dreams? If you have been paying attention to all the Disney commercials recently you couldn’t help but know this. Disney and dreams apparently go together like chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows. One person’s dream can be another person’s nightmare, however. Disneyland and the other assorted properties are the happiest place on earth as long as you have enough money to pay through the nose.
Southwest Vacations to the rescue. The little airline that could is doing its ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 18th, 2007
Tags: California, Disneyland Resort, Southwest Vacations, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Whenever you come across a travel description of cruises to New England and Canada you are almost always going to see the word “charming”. Unlike cruises to the Caribbean it would not be accurate to describe a Canada/New England cruise as a “sun getaway”. It would also not be right to label it “exotic”. Charming, however, fits the bill.
There is a charm to the way the costal towns in New England and eastern Canada go about things. These are places that are rich in history and where people cling to their ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 14th, 2007
Tags: Canada, Carnival Cruise Ships, Cruise Deals, New England, Travel Deals, USA
Fireworks, family and fun. Those are the things that many of us associate with the Fourth of July holiday. It was so very kind of the founders of the United States to choose to do the whole independence thing during the summer months. The extra day off during the summer is always a welcomed thing.
There is no shortage of choices available to those who are looking to get away for Independence Day. Heading to the beach is always a popular option, camping out in the woods usually doesn’t disappoint, ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 13th, 2007
Tags: Fourth of July Holidays, Fourth of July Vacations, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Everyone knows the legend of New York City. It is a great place to travel but it is expensive as heck. Everywhere you look there are hamburgers that cost $30 and beers that will run you $20. It is a place to go only if you share the same tax bracket as Donald Trump or if you have a couch to crash on in one of his apartment towers. You’ll need to cash in your 401K plan just so you can spend a night out on the town.
This is ... [read more]
It is almost impossible to believe that yet another generation of children is growing up with Mickey, Pluto and the Disney gang. With so many entertainment options available to children today, it speaks volumes that so many still enjoy Disney movies, cartoons and those big theme parks in Orland, Anaheim, Paris and Tokyo.
The Disney empire spreads its wings far and wide. That includes ruling the high seas, as well. Disney Cruise Line has a couple of boats that set sail on a regular basis from Cape Canaveral, Florida. ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 6th, 2007
Tags: Cruise Deals, Disney Cruise Lines, Disney Cruises, Last Minute Disney Cruise, Travel Deals, USA
They call Alaska America’s Final Frontier. The second to last state admitted into the union is certainly not last when it comes to beauty. Alaska’s vast natural resources are legendary and no matter how great you have heard that they are you will still be blown away when you see them in person.
Stunning mountains, gorgeous glaciers, marine and land wildlife these are just a few of the attractions you will see while taking a cruise to Alaska. The famed inside passage is as beautiful a waterway as you ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:June 4th, 2007
Tags: Alaska Cruise, Cruise Deals, last minute cruise, Travel Deals, USA
Perhaps it will be the indelible legacy of the 21st Century. No, not the Internet or artificial sugar made from real sugar. What I am talking about is our modern custom of combing two disparate words into one. For example, did you know that you can combine crud and nuts to come up with “crust”? You can also do it with spiffy and terrific so that it is “spifirific”. But did you know that there is something now known as a “mancation’? Tis true. If you ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:May 30th, 2007
Tags: Cheap Tickets, Mancation, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Many a baseball fan has made a summer pilgrimage to Boston over the years. The city is, of course, home to Fenway Park, one of the true jewels of the American sporting world. You can’t call yourself a baseball fan or even a sports fan until you have watched a game from the historic stadium. Just be forewarned that it is home to something called the Green Monster. Kind of scary sounding, don’t you think?
If baseball is not your thing, there are myriad reasons to visit Boston in the ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:May 23rd, 2007
Tags: Boston, Southwest Airlines Vacations, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Why did they decide to call it New Mexico? It is not like they came up with a newer, better formula like New Coke. Why not just call it North Mexico instead? And while we are at it, why did they have to name the biggest city in the state Albuquerque? Didn’t they realize that name is very difficult for those of us who are spelling impaired?
Thos are the only complaints I have about New Mexico and its biggest city. It is a lovely state with awesome scenery. ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:May 18th, 2007
Tags: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Priceline, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
The Pacific Ocean in many parts of North America hardly lives up to its name “peaceful sea”. For large portions of the year the Pacific churns and turns and swells¦and, well, you get the idea. It isn’t exactly the ideal place to be on a cruise. All of that changes in the summer when the seas become a bit more pacific and the costal scenery more visible.
Norwegian Cruise Line has an excellent six-night cruise along the Pacific Coast. Starting in Vancouver, British Columbia, the ship first makes its ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:May 16th, 2007
Tags: Cruise Deals, Los Angeles, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Norweigan Cruise Lines, Pacific Coast, San Francisco, Seattle, Travel Deals, USA, Vancouver, Victoria
There is something special about camping. Maybe it is the misquitos or the prospect of getting eating by a bear or eating burnt hot dogs over a campfire that attracts so many of us to campgrounds in the summer and all year round.
It is more likely that we enjoy camping because it is a chance to get away from the grind, it is an affordable vacation option, and it affords us the opportunity to spend time in spectacular parts of the United States. It also gives us all an ... [read more]
It never ceases to amaze how different people in this country live in such different fashion. A person in New York City could go years without ever walking barefooted on grass. A person in a small town in the middle of nowhere could also go years without ordering sushi from a restaurant at 3am. Ours is a big and diverse country and we all go about living in it in our very own way.
AirTran has a deal that is being billed as a way to visit the big US ... [read more]
Unless you are a polar bear or a person who would like to be a polar bear, chances are you don’t think about traveling to Alaska much in the winter months. But once summer rolls around you might be like millions of people who dream about seeing the splendors of the Last Frontier.
It has reached the point where the Inside Passage between Vancouver and Juneau has become a veritable superhighway for summertime cruise ships. Everyone and their mother are yearning to see the glaciers and wildlife of Alaska and there is ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:April 23rd, 2007
Tags: Alaska, Celebrity Cruise Ships, Cruise Deals, Hubbard Glacier, Travel Deals, USA
The only thing more foolish than paying full price for a Las Vegas vacation is paying full price for a Las Vegas vacation and losing your mortgage while playing craps. As my grandfather used to tell me when I was a little boy, fly wisely and gamble even wiser. Or something like that. I don’t gamble. I hate making casinos go broke.
With all the Vegas offers out there how does one possibly choose which to take advantage of? That is an excellent question. You should take a ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:April 16th, 2007
Tags: Las Vegas, Las Vegas Packages, Southwest Airlines, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Is there a community in this world that does not have music? It would seem that music is one of the few common threads that bind humanity. We may not all like the Spice Girls, for example, but we all like something. This has always been the case. Even in ancient times people felt the need to make noise beyond the grunts and groans that come out of our mouths. Music is a universal phenomenon and it isn’t going anywhere soon.
Many people travel to listen to music in ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:April 6th, 2007
Tags: Austin, Chicago, Detroit, Music vacations, Nashville, New Orleans, Orbitz, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
It is hard to imagine that 42,807 people choose to live in the desert. That is the population of Palm Springs, California, a town with an average daytime high of 108 degrees in the summer. That is the population of a place that averages 354 days of sunshine per year and on average receives less than 6 inches of rain annually. How is a town that size able to sustain itself in a place that dry? Do the residents take their buckets and fill them up at the local ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:April 5th, 2007
Tags: California, Palm Springs, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Mirrors on the ceiling and pink champagne on ice are not for everyone. I personally prefer mirrors on the floor and pink lemonade. There are, of course, more hotels in Los Angeles than just the Hotel California. The city and, in fact, all of Southern California has some excellent places to lay your head at night when you aren’t busy trying to make it big on the big screen.
Los Angeles area hotels are plentiful and as with most things involved with the city they range from truly memorable to truly ... [read more]
Here is a way to join the mile-high club without having to sneak off to a cramped airplane restroom while the rest of the cabin is watching a cheesy romantic comedy at 50,000 feet. Simply visit Denver, Colorado and enjoy the company of your significant other in the comfort of a bed, chair, swing, or whatever. After all, Denver is the Mile High City so by my calculations that means you will be in the club. Of course I am not president of the club so I don’t have the ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 20th, 2007
Tags: Colorado, Denver, Mile High Club, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
The postcard had to be invented because of Vermont. Many years ago a person must have been traveling through the state without a camera only hoping to share the beauty with her friends and loved ones back home. The spectacular Green Mountains, the charming little villages, the clear blue lakes¦mere words could not do the state justice. She must have convinced someone to take a picture for her and to post it in the mail.
That is always how I envision Vermont. Having spent a lot of time there I ... [read more]
Author: BootsnAll
Date:March 19th, 2007
Tags: JetBlue, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages, Vermont
With its location on Lake Michigan and nearly constant air movement you would think that Chicago deserves to be called the Windy City. But did you know that there are a number of cities in the United States that have a higher average wind speed than Chicago’s 10.4 miles per hours?
Casper, Wyo. (12.9 m.p.h.), Boston (12.5), Buffalo (12), Milwaukee (11.6), and Honolulu (11.4) are all windier. Incidentally, America’s windiest city is Blue Hill, Mass., with an average velocity of 15.4 m.p.h. Now you know why people in Blue Hill live in ... [read more]
Forget Mardi Gras. The best party in New Orleans is Jazz Fest. It offers all the thrills and wonders of the other big party without the debauchery and annoyingness. Plus it features the best jazz music in the world. What could be better than that?
Just looking at this year’s scheduled artists makes my mouth water. There are not only the finest jazz musicians in the world, but also some great rock, blues and country performers. All of this takes place with the city of New Orleans ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 15th, 2007
Tags: Jazz Fest, New Orleans, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
You know that Easter is right around the corner when you start seeing Cadbury Creme Eggs in all of the food stores. For 11 months out of the year these tiny little innocent sugar bombs are stored in the back aisles somewhere near the little candy hearts people eat on Valentine’s Day and the Christmas-tree shaped marshmallow candy. These are all foods that have been designed to have a shelf life somewhere in the neighborhood of 7,000 years.
The return of the Cadbury Creme Eggs is a sure sign that spring is ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 12th, 2007
Tags: Cheap Flights, Easter, Easter Flights, Priceline, Travel Deals, USA
A free night is a free night even if it means staying in a dump. The Hotel Carlton is far from a dump.
The 163-room Hotel Carlton is a lovely, historic hotel located in downtown San Francisco. Originally built in 1927 and completely renovated in 2004, the hotel is a relaxing, intimate haven located five blocks from Union Square. Guestrooms feature exotic and enchanting photographs of sights from around the globe, inviting you to virtually tour the world. Take a short two-block walk to the California Street cable car line and hop ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 8th, 2007
Tags: California, Hotel Carlton, Hotel Deals, San Francisco, Travel Deals, USA
Sometimes economics can make no sense. If you add up the costs of gasoline, food, ferry fees and a night or two at a hotel during a road trip from San Diego, California to Victoria, British Columbia, you likely would be very pleased if you could do it for $180 in a car.
That is the amount that Holland America is charging for a 3-night cruise aboard the Oosterdam. Instead of sitting behind the wheel of a car listening to bad AM talk radio and occasionally stopping to eat Doritos at ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 8th, 2007
Tags: Canada, Cruise Deals, Cruise Lines, Holland America, Oosterdam, San Diego, Travel Deals, USA, Victoria
What does a city that is defined by its waterways have in common with a city in the desert where water is piped in from hundreds of miles away? Absolutely nothing, but that is the essence of Las Vegas where things are so absurd that no one would ever question why there is a Venice hotel in the city.
As you likely know, The Venetian hotel has a reputation as being one of Las Vegas’ more upscale sleeping quarters. It hosts no less than 19 restaurants, it has the Guggenheim ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 6th, 2007
Tags: Las Vegas, Las Vegas Packages, The Venetian, Travel Deals, USA
Are there two more disparate places that are always linked together than Reno and Tahoe? Reno is all about city life. More precisely, it is more about gambling and enjoying the wonderfully wacky world of casinos. You could literally spend an entire weekend in Reno without ever breathing anything other than smoke-filled hotel air.
Tahoe is the exact opposite. It is all about nature and about being outdoors. Lake Tahoe is one of the country’s true treasures, its blue waters unlike any other. The mountains in Tahoe are ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 2nd, 2007
Tags: Cheap Vacation Packages, Reno, Southwest Airlines, Tahoe, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Sometimes I wish I could have been born in a different era. I wish that I could have been one of the early explorers in North America. Imagine the thrill it must have been for Lewis and Clark to turn the corner of a river and to come across a piece of scenery or an animal previously unknown to the rest of the world. Imagine the feeling that Davey Edward Jackson must have felt when he first settled in the valley that bares his name, Jackson Hole.
To have first ... [read more]
If you are looking for a quick little getaway to a destination that offers great history, food and nightlife, than look no further than Boston. Beantown is one of America’s great cities and it is ideal for a four-day weekend escape. Take a tour of where the country’s founders once walked, sit back and enjoy the eclectic scene in Harvard Square, and visit some of the best restaurants on this planet.
If culture is your thing, the city has several ornate theatres, including the Cutler Majestic Theatre, Boston Opera House, The Wang ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:March 2nd, 2007
Tags: Boston, Cheap Vacation Packages, Travel Deals, Travelocity, USA, Vacation Packages
I’ll admit that I have always been a bit weirded out by the name Corpus Christi. Why a place in southern Texas would actively choose to call itself the Body of Christ in Latin is beyond me, but I guess the Spanish settlers who helped to found the place that it was appropriate at the time.
I’ll also admit that I have been surprised by how many deals I have seen recently on flights to and hotels in Corpus Christi, Texas. I am sure that it is a lovely place with ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 21st, 2007
Tags: Cheap Hotels, Corpus Christi, Spring Break Packages, Texas, Travel Deals, USA
You might want to bring along some extra oxygen because Denali National Park in Alaska could very well take your breath away. The signature park of the Last Frontier, Denali is a sight to behold. It is a playground for animals like bears and caribou, while also serving as a playground for animals of a different sort, humans. It is the home of the tallest mountain in North America Mt. McKinley. It is 6.2 million acres of some of the most unspoiled and spectacular land on this ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 14th, 2007
Tags: Alaska, Alaska Airlines, Denali National Park, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Have you seen the movie Home Alone? Of course you have. It is mandatory viewing for anyone who has children. It teaches us all a very important lesson about what happens when you leave one of your kids at home while you go away on vacation. Nothing good can come out of it even if your child can make adorable faces while putting on aftershave lotion.
In fact, you will have a much better time if you take the rugrats along with you. They might not always be happy ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 14th, 2007
Tags: Family Vacations, Hawaii, New York, Orlando, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages
Dallas, Texas is a frequent destination for those who do business travel, but it also happens to be a place that some people choose to visit for pleasure. The “Big D”, as it is affectionately called by the residents who make it the ninth largest city in the United States, does things on a big scale. For example, the city has more restaurants per capita than New York City and Dallasites eat out about four times every week. That’s a whole lot of barbeque and Tex-Mex cuisine being consumed each ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 12th, 2007
Tags: Cheap Airfare, Cheap Flights, Dallas, Discount Flights, Texas, Travel Deals, USA
If George Washington were alive today he would likely want you to visit the city has sprouted out of the marshes and that bears his name. If he were alive today he would tell you to pay a visit to the Smithsonian Museum to further your understanding of the history of the country which he helped to found. If George were alive today he would point out Washington DC’s cherry blossoms in bloom and remind you to never chop down an apple tree without telling a lie. If he were ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 6th, 2007
Tags: Cheap Holiday Packages, Cheap Travel, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages, Washington, Washington DC
The glaciers are melting. That is the sad truth that scientists around the world are observing. It is terrible to think that in the next generation’s lifetime there may not be places like College Fjord in Alaska left.
Tucked into the corner of Prince William Sound, College Fjord is surrounded by over a dozen glaciers and is easily the equal of the more famous Glacier Bay. Some of these glaciers have spruce forests growing right up to the edge of the ice, giving a sense of scale not seen in ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 5th, 2007
Tags: Alaska, College Fjord, Cruise Deals, Cruise Lines, Glaciers, Holland America, Inner Passage, Travel Deals, USA
It rains every single day of the year in Seattle, Washington or at least that is what the people who live there would like you to believe. The facts say otherwise. Seattle does get its fair share of rainy days, but the vast majority happens in the winter months. During the summer, the skies are sunny and blue and there are few nicer cities to be than in Seattle.
One of the reasons why people in the Pacific Northwest talk to outsiders so much about the rain is that they know ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 1st, 2007
Tags: Cheap Vacation Packages, Seattle, Travel Deals, USA, Vacation Packages, Washington
When most people think of cruises they likely envision a trip to a location where the sun shines and warmth fills the air. The exception might be an Alaska cruise in the summer, but even that can be a sun filled affair. The odds aren’t great that you’ll see much sun during a cruise of the Pacific Northwest in late April, but that doesn’t mean you won’t have an opportunity to enjoy a beautiful part of North America.
Celebrity Cruises offers up a 7-night Pacific Northwest cruise that begins in San ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:February 1st, 2007
Tags: Astoria, California, Celebrity Cruise Ships, Cruise Deals, Monterey, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, San Francisco, Seattle, Travel Deals, USA, Vancouver
This is the time of year when the savvy cruise bargain shopper can pick up a real steal. If you shop early, you’ll likely beat all the other cruise wannabes to the best deals of the summer season.
One destination that was hot last season and surely will be even hotter this year is Alaska. More and more cruises are doing the Inside Passage which is great news for travelers looking to see an amazing part of the world without spending a small fortune.
Celebrity Cruises is offering a cruise that is ... [read more]
Author: Bob
Date:January 8th, 2007
Tags: Alaska, Celebrity Cruise Ships, Cruise Deals, Summit, USA, Vacation Packages
- Alaska
- Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Branson, Missouri
- California
- Colorado
- Chicago, Illinois
- Florida
- Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- Grand Canyon, Arizona
- Hawaii
- Lake Tahoe, Nevada
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Nashville, Tennessee
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- New York City, New York
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- San Antonio, Texas
- Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Seattle, Washington
- Sedona, Arizona
- Washington, DC
- Williamsburg, Virginia
One of the last ‘wild frontiers’ in the world, Alaska is a state of untamed wilderness with pockets of civilization. Here you’ll find more animals than people and more blue sky and cold ice than anywhere else in the United States. From the relaxing luxury of a cruise ship, you can see it all: large bears foraging for food, whales thumping their tails against the cool water and cliffs of ice and snow.
Gape at the splendor of Mount McKinley as you spy a moose emerge from the weeds to take his morning drink. View of the sanctity ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Alaska, Alaska Cruises, Alaska Vacation Packages, Denali National Park, Destinations, Inside Passage, USA
Having shed its gritty reputation of the 1980s, Atlantic City, New Jersey now has more than 33 million people visiting every year. “America’s Favorite Playground” has 12 casinos offering 24-hour non-stop action, world-class headline entertainers, bright sandy beaches, a 4.5 mile amusement-filled Boardwalk, championship golf courses, tennis, charter boat fishing, sailing, restaurants to please any dining choice, historic sites, the Miss America Pageant, natural attractions, shopping and beach resort recreation.
This popular destination gives you the opportunity to get up close and personal with movie stars, celebrities and money as you test your ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Atlantic City, casinos, Destinations, gambling, New Jersey, USA, Vacation Packages
Hawaii’s six main islands Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii are unparalleled in beauty, with volcanic mountains, swaying palms, wild orchids, exotic plants and spectacular black and white sand beaches. Inland, sugarcane plantations and pineapple fields stretch for miles.
Located 120 miles southeast of Oahu (40 minutes by air), Hawaii is the largest island of the archipelago. The birthplace of King Kamehameha, the best known ruler of the islands, it is also the location of the islands’ only active volcanoes. Molten lava still flows to the sea. More ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Big Island, Destinations, diving, golf, Hawaii, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
There’s no better way to experience the cosmopolitan flavor of Boston than by donning your favorite walking shoes or hopping on the T, Boston’s convenient public transportation. You’ll find that Massachusetts’ capital successfully combines big-city amenities with a friendly, small-town atmosphere. One of the oldest cities in the States, Boston’s cobblestone roads twist and turn their way through more than 100 college campuses, thousands of businesses and and millions of Irish-descendants.
The fiercely loyal sports fans of Beantown cheered as the curse over the Boston Red Socks lifted long enough in 2004 for the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Boston, Destinations, Massachusetts, New England, USA, Vacation Packages
Experience the lights, action and entertainment of a big city in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. Branson offers something for everyone. Whether you are looking for Country, Gospel, Broadway, comedy or top name performers, you’ll find them all in Branson. And many performers take time to meet you personally in after-show photo opportunities. Spend the day shopping, fishing or on a roller coaster at famous Silver Dollar City. No matter how you choose to spend your time, you’ll be thoroughly entertained in the The Live Music Show Capital of the World!
Don’t forget about ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Branson, Destinations, Missouri, Ozark Mountains, USA, Vacation Packages
“Genuine Colorado”, and “Real Town with Unreal Skiing” are phrases you may hear from a local when asked to describe Breckenridge. Breckenridge is more than a quaint mining town from the past with exceptional skiing. It’s a year-round resort destination with enough summer and winter activities to please everyone. In fact, the city’s website even has two versions: one for the sun-worshippers and another for the snow bunnies.
Breckenridge is known for an abundance of incomparable shopping, dining, and nightlife. Over 400 boutiques, galleries, bistros, salons, restaurants, and more offer a variety that is ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Breckenridge, Colorado, Destinations, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages
The United State’s third largest city is also known as the ‘windiest’ – not because of the brisk air (although there is plenty of that, too) but for the old political machines that used to run it. Middle America’s melting pot started off as a trading post on Lake Michigan, although it’s hard to picture to city without its statuesque buildings, including the tallest one in the United States, the Sears Tower, and its vibrant blues and nightlife scene.
During the day, the city is best explored on foot and on the L, the elevated train system. On Michigan ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Chicago, Destinations, Illinois, Lake Michigan, Magnificent Mile, Sears Tower, USA, Vacation Packages, Windy City
Clearwater Beach is a vacationer’s paradise. Wiggle sugary sand between your toes … let a breeze propel you through the water on a sailboard or catamaran or reel in the catch of a lifetime. In addition to some of the most beautiful, broad beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast, you’ll find all the water-oriented recreation you can imagine and lots of outdoor activities in the Clearwater area. Besides jet skis, water bikes and parasails, at the Clearwater Beach Marina you can rent boats for everything from a relaxing sail to a deep sea fishing ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Clearwater, Clearwater Beach, Destinations, fishing, Florida, Gulf Coast, Stone Crab Festival, USA, Vacation Packages
Approximately 50 miles from the Orlando airport, Cocoa Beach is one of the more affordable vacation havens, where the choices are endless. Relax on the soft sands of Cocoa Beach, go deep-sea fishing in the Atlantic or explore ancient cypress forests by airboat. Spend a peaceful evening watching the sun set on the Indian or Banana Rivers, and then head out to the exciting nightlife scene. Excellent restaurants and accommodations range from elegant to sand-in-your-shoes casual. Nearby, in Cocoa, shop in the charming boutiques of Historic Cocoa Village or one of the expansive ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Cocoa Beach, Destinations, Florida, Kennedy Space Center, USA, Vacation Packages
The place “Where the Skiers Ski” and “Where the Boarders Ride,” Copper Mountain offers maximum thrills for those in search of serious winter fun. With over 2,400 acres, including 117 trails and four bowls, and near perfect conditions throughout its long season, this ski resort has vast appeal. The terrain is naturally divided into areas for all skill levels, with long scenic slopes for beginners and formidable runs that drop from the sky to challenge even the most expert powder hounds.
Mountain biking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, fly fishing and more …better rest ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Colorado, Copper Mountain, Destinations, fishing, golf, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages
Enjoy everything from surf and sun to exciting attractions in Daytona Beach, one of Florida’s most versatile vacation spots. If you dream of riding the waves, Daytona Beach is the right place. The smooth sand and Atlantic surf combine to make this one of the premier surfing spots on the East Coast. In addition to surfing, you’ll find a host of water activities including jet skiing, windsurfing, boating, and parasailing. For a more tranquil outing, take one of the leisurely boat rides available in the area.
This gateway to Central Florida draws in ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Destinations, Florida, theme parks, USA, Vacation Packages
Located an hour southeast of Los Angeles, Anaheim is Orange County’s largest city. It’s also California’s most exciting family hotspot with lots of amusement parks, attractions, restaurants and fabulous resorts that guarantee fun for the kid in all of us!
Anaheim’s best known attraction is Disneyland, the “happiest place on Earth!”. This is where Walt Disney’s theme park dreams took root, and you’ll find plenty of that famous Disney magic on rides like “It’s a Small World”, “Star Tours” and “Space Mountain.” This year, join the ‘happiest celebration on earth’ as it celebrates ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Anaheim, California, Destinations, Disneyland, Orange County, USA, Vacation Packages
Greater Fort Lauderdale is a place of contrasts, where modest beach hotels vie with elegant seaside resorts.
What to do with your carefree days in this sun-drenched paradise? You might watch open-mouthed as a Seminole Indian wrestles an alligator into submission at the in-city Seminole Reservation. Or immerse yourself in the enormous Swimming Hall of Fame Olympic swimming complex frequented by local young Olympians-to-be. Or charter a deep-sea fishing boat. Or maybe just hop a water taxi and see where you end up.
If you’re lucky enough to visit during the winter holidays, check ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: deep sea fishing, Destinations, Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Swimming Hall of Fame, USA, Vacation Packages, Winterfest Parade
Fort Myers enjoys a reputation as Florida’s fun center. With activities including golf, tennis, scuba diving, snorkeling and more, it’s easy to see why. Visitors to Fort Myers can also visit Edison’s winter home, which is shaded by Florida’s largest banyan tree; and the winter home of Edison’s former next door neighbor, Henry Ford.
If you want to relax, search out nearby spas with amenteties such as massages, whilpools, saunas, facials, wraps, scrubs, yoga, personal trainers and more. Of course, there’s always the white sandy beach, vibrant sun and cool, clear water as well.
For ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, diving, Florida, Fort Myers, golf, USA, Vacation Packages
One visit and it’s easy to see why Gatlinburg has such an unconventionally good reputation as a meeting place. You get the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, plus the easy going charm of a genuine mountain town. And it’s all within just a day’s drive for over half the population of America. Lace up those hiking boots, pack that picnic basket or buy a brand new shiny set of Titleists. Whatever your pleasure, it’s time to get going in Gatlinburg!
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to dozens ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Gatlinburg, Smoky Mountains, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Packages
The breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, is like nothing else you will ever experience. Within its vast expanse and awesome depth, there is an ever changing panorama or color, from the first light of day until the sun sets on the distant horizon, concluding the melodrama until another day. Created over a millennia through the rocks of the Colorado Plateau, it is located entirely in northern Arizona.
The Grand Canyon National Park encompasses 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Arizona, Destinations, Grand Canyon, Natural Wonders of the World, USA, Vacation Packages
HOLLYWOOD – the most magical name in the world is a great place to visit. Rich in history and legend, there are numerous sites that must be seen by visitors. Hold on to your hat as you explore Universal Studios Hollywood. Take a stroll along Sunset Boulevard, the inspiration for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical of the same name. Enter in the wax museum and gawk at the details on the replicas. Try to find your favorite star along the Walk of Fame and attempt name all of the movies your Hollywood ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: California, Destinations, Hollywood, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Boulevard, USA, Vacation Packages
Not to be confused with the big-city, glitzy tinseltown of the same name, Hollywood, Florida is located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. It boasts five miles of protected beach along the translucent waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Hollywood is a recreational magnet and residential haven. The world-famous Boardwalk provides beach-goers with a place to stroll, bicycle or skate and take in the beautiful setting of its most precious natural resource…the beach. It’s the perfect location for the nearby Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. If you want a crack at a ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: deep sea fishing, Destinations, Fishing Hall of Fame, Florida, Hollywood, USA, Vacation Packages
Hawaii’s six main islands Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii are unparalleled in beauty, with volcanic mountains, swaying palms, wild orchids, exotic plants and spectacular black and white sand beaches. Inland, sugarcane plantations and pineapple fields stretch for miles.
Kauai, a tropical oasis famed for its relaxed, rural atmosphere, features a wealth of dive and snorkeling adventures. The island’s topside scenery delights visitors with postcard waterfalls, miles of beautiful beaches and swimming lagoons (featured as the dream world of Bali H’ai in the movie South Pacific and in ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, golf, Hawaii, Kauai, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
You’ve just finished an aprés-ski dinner at a cozy mountain lodge, and the moon is rising high above the Rockies. You can’t remember the last time you saw so many stars. Time to settle inside by the fire? Not when you can strap your skis back on and enjoy Colorado’s only night skiing at Keystone! Of course, night skiing is just one of the reasons to head to Keystone.
Once a skiers-only mountain, Keystone now also welcomes snowboarders to enjoy its three mountains of downhill action and new features including a high-speed quad, ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Colorado, Destinations, Keystone, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages
A necklace of islands that begin just south of Miami, the Florida Keys are connected by the Overseas Highway’s 42 bridges one seven miles long over the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. The area is divided into five regions: Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and Key West. Most dive and snorkeling vacations center around Key Largo, Big Pine Key and Key West. The area offers a number of animal-based attractions including Wild Bird Sanctuary, Dolphin Research Center and sunset snorkeling cruises.
Key West, the nation’s southernmost ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, diving, Florida, Florida Keys, golf, Key West, Overseas Highway, USA, Vacation Packages
Home of America’s largest and deepest Alpine Lake, Lake Tahoe masterfully blends civilized pleasures and natural treasures for a vacation with something for everyone! From skiing to casinos, shows to fine dining, and total relaxation to late night partying, Lake Tahoe offers a variety of options for your activity-filled pleasure.
Located in the heart of the majestic Sierra Madre Mountains this exquisite setting provides the backdrop for a multitude of year-round activities. Lake cruises and water sports, including windsurfing, water-skiing and paddle boats, enliven the crystal clear waters, and sandy beaches dot the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Sierra Madre Mountains, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages
Hawaii’s six main islands Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii are unparalleled in beauty, with volcanic mountains, swaying palms, wild orchids, exotic plants and spectacular black and white sand beaches. Inland, sugarcane plantations and pineapple fields stretch for miles.
On Lanai, imagine having a private island all to yourself with only a handful of hotels and endless lands and legends to discover. You will find a rugged, gorgeous landscape ringed by picture-perfect beaches. Practice your swing at the Greg Norman designed “Experience at Koele” or the Jack Nicklaus ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, golf, Hawaii, Lanai, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
Las Vegas attractions are plentiful and action-packed with a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. In addition to famous hotel-casinos, Las Vegas attractions range from museums to championship golf courses to shows and special events.
Vegas has the best food, the best entertainment and the best ways to blow your money, without a doubt. Court lady luck in the city that made gambling, girls and glitz famous in the United States. Las Vegas, its neon strip illuminating the night sky, rises above the desert like a Phoenix, refusing to ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: casinos, Destinations, gambling, Las Vegas, Nevada, Sin City, the strip, USA, Vacation Packages
In the City of Angels, world-famous beaches, golden sunshine and countless attractions, from theme parks to Hollywood studio tours, vie for your attention. Hollywood! Los Angeles Lakers! Flashy cars! Money, money, money! Los Angeles is a city always on the go, seemingly driven by Tinseltown and the glitz and glam that go with it. If you are willing to fight traffic, there is a lot more to see in L.A. than just the flashing lights – some of the world’s best shopping and dining can be enjoyed in America’s second-largest city.
L.A. is the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: California, Destinations, Hollywood, LA, Los Angeles, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Boulevard, USA, Vacation Packages
In the City of Angels, world-famous beaches, golden sunshine and countless attractions, from theme parks to Hollywood studio tours, vie for your attention. Hollywood! Los Angeles Lakers! Flashy cars! Money, money, money! Los Angeles is a city always on the go, seemingly driven by Tinseltown and the glitz and glam that go with it. If you are willing to fight traffic, there is a lot more to see in L.A. than just the flashing lights – some of the world’s best shopping and dining can be enjoyed in America’s second-largest city.
L.A. is the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: California, Destinations, Hollywood, LA, Los Angeles, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Boulevard, USA, Vacation Packages
Just a stone’s throw away from the elegant city of Naples, Marco Island offers serene, tropical pleasures. It is located in the vibrant blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida and is the largest of the state’s ten thousand islands. Nature is showcased at its finest here, sharing the beachfront with luxurious resorts. Shadows of bald eagles and ospreys glide over sugary white beaches as these stunning creatures search for unsuspecting fish. These and scores of other bird species are protected on Marco Island as well. Relax on the sun-kissed shores ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: deep sea fishing, Destinations, Florida, Marco Island, USA, Vacation Packages
Hawaii’s six main islands Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii are unparalleled in beauty, with volcanic mountains, swaying palms, wild orchids, exotic plants and spectacular black and white sand beaches. Inland, sugarcane plantations and pineapple fields stretch for miles.
When island residents refer to their home, they say: “Maui no ka oi,” which means “Maui is the best.”Maui was created millions of years ago by two volcanoes that flowed together to form this island known as the “Valley Isle.” In legend, however, the island was named after the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, golf, Hawaii, Maui, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
Home of the blues, world famous BBQ restaurants and lifelong claim to Elvis Presley, Memphis holds many exciting delights for visitors. After you take a paddlewheel cruise on the Mighty Mississippi River, explore the haunts of blues great B.B. King on Beale Street. Then rev up your car to visit Graceland, home of Elvis Presley. Although your Graceland visit could take hours, you’ll want to hurry back downtown to experience a BBQ meal at one of the many restaurants in Memphis. Go to the banks of the Mississippi and listen to sunset symphonies ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Elvis Presley, Graceland, Memphis, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Packages
Miami’s enchantment lies along its palm-fringed boulevards and in pastel buildings that reverberate with Latin rhythms. Miami Beach offers ten miles of spectacular white sand, dynamic South Beach, the Art Deco District and lively Ocean Drive, where strollers, bicyclists and skaters converge for good times. Other reasons to celebrate Miami include delicious dining from seafood to Cuban cuisine, endless shopping venues and legendary nightlife that lasts until dawn, especially in South Beach. Other attractions include water sports, jai alai, museums, the Miami Sea aquarium, the Metro zoo and even an ancient Spanish monastery. ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Art Deco District, Destinations, Florida, Little Havana, Miami, South Beach, USA, Vacation Packages
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The beauty and relaxation you expect from a beach vacation, mingles with Southern charm and hospitality and all the fun, food and nightlife of a big city all on South Carolina’s Atlantic coast. While the ocean is, of course, what draws vacationers and their families here summer after summer, there is still much more to Myrtle Beach than just surf and sun though there’s plenty of that too!
Be sure to pack your clubs with your bathing suit, as Myrtle Beach boasts amazing golf ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: deep sea fishing, Destinations, golf, Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach Grand Prix, South Carolina, USA, Vacation Packages
When you think of Nashville, the first thing that comes to mind is the city’s musical heritage. Over the years, Nashville has grown from a pioneer settlement to a vibrant city of the “New” South – a place where historic landmarks mingle with towering skyscrapers, where Southern cooking and haute cuisine go hand-in-hand and where no matter how big the city gets, hospitality never goes out of style.
Nashville is an interesting mix of honkytonk casualness and genteel elegance. It is the perfect getaway with its great dining and nightlife options. A romantic carriage ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Country Music Hall of Fame, Destinations, Nashville, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Packages
New Orleans. The Big Easy, NOLA, Nawlins; whatever you call it, it is the pleasure capital of the South, and the true capital of Louisiana. It is the fusion of New World ingenuity, with the class and charm of old France, into Cajun culture. Nowhere else in the world will you find a city as unique as The Big Easy.
New Orleans is home to the famed Mardi Gras festival and the infamous Bourbon Street. It is the birthplace of Cajun and Creole cooking, and if you want to ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Big Easy, Destinations, French Quarter, Jazz, Louisiana, Mardi Gras, New Orleans, USA, Vacation Packages
New York. The Big Apple. The City That Never Sleeps. Home of the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, the Village, Broadway. New Yorkers proudly call their hometown the center of the universe. Every possible language, nationality and subculture exists here. New York is a sightseer’s dream with iconic symbols like the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park, just to name a few. There are Broadway’s polished shows to see, innovative and fresh offerings Off-Broadway and a plethora of music venues to enjoy. Add more then one city’s share of world class ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Big Apple, Destinations, Manhattan, New York, New York City, USA, Vacation Packages
Hawaii’s six main islands Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Hawaii are unparalleled in beauty, with volcanic mountains, swaying palms, wild orchids, exotic plants and spectacular black and white sand beaches. Inland, sugarcane plantations and pineapple fields stretch for miles.
Oahu is the population center of Hawaii and is aptly called “the gathering place.” Here, you’ll find it all. Bustling Honolulu, the state’s capitol, and famed resort area of Waikiki Beach draw visitors from around the world. There’s almost unlimited water and beach activities, electric nightlife, golf, tennis, museums and historic sites, fine restaurants of every variety, ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, golf, Hawaii, Oahu, Pacific, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
Central Florida is the world’s top tourist destination and is set to stay that way. Its success is a result of a number of factors including year-round sunshine, world-class attractions, relaxed atmosphere, superb beaches, great service, good food, fascinating wildlife and spectacular value. The popularity of Central Florida is best illustrated by the millions of people who go back year after year. There is always something new or different to see, and you would have to spend a lifetime of holidays there to fully experience everything it has to offer.
Orlando ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Disney World, Florida, Kennedy Space Center, Orlando, SeaWorld, Universal Studios, USA, Vacation Packages
Named after the abundant palm trees that lean and wave across the blue sky, Palm Beach is a barrier island of great beauty and elegance. Located on Florida’s Gold Coast, the treasures of Palm Beach are easily apparent. And, much to the delight of visitors, the area’s riches keep on growing. The county currently has more than 160 golf courses, making it the Florida’s Golf Capital, with a wide variety of classes, lessons and courses available for every golfer. If you prefer to swing a racket instead, book a lesson at the ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Florida, Gold Coast, golf, Palm Beach, USA, Vacation Packages
Phoenix, the capital of Arizona, also is its business, cultural, educational, medical, and industrial center. Big, busy, laced with high-speed motorways, and frequently congested, Phoenix is ‘where it happens’ in The Grand Canyon State.
The antithesis of laid-back Tucson, the Phoenix metropolitan area, which includes Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, and Glendale, contains no less than half of the state’s total population. Phoenix itself is one of the country’s 10 largest cities. It’s a great place for those into the outdoors – especially the outdoors condusive to the desert, like biking, trekking and golfing.
But, ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Arizona, Destinations, golf, Grand Canyon, Phoenix, USA, Vacation Packages
Translated into English, Puerto Rico means “Rich Port,” but more than that, it is an island rich with something for everyone. An autonomous part of the United States, Puerto Rico is two separate worlds colliding. Both a mixture of old world Spanish and, for the last hundred years, new world American, Puerto Rico is perhaps unique blend of how two separate societies can blend and become one. It’s one of the most densely packed islands in the world and an easy island getaway for Caribbean seekers.
Start with a stroll through Old San Juan, ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Caribbean, Destinations, El Yunque Rainforest, Puerto Rico, Rio Camuy Cave Park, San Juan, USA, Vacation Packages
Salt Lake is a city of vitality, contrasts and surprises. It is a montage of modern high-rise commercial centers, noted attractions, historic sites and classic buildings, first class accommodations, and fine dining establishments. Salt Lake City, ranked as one of the best environments for business, has a robust central business district that includes the Salt Palace Convention Center, Gallivan Plaza, Hansen Planetarium, and the Romanesque-styled Salt Lake City and County Building.
Home to the 2002 Winter Games, this Morman stronghold showed the world Salt Lake City is known for more than ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Arches, Bryce Canyon, Destinations, Moab, Park City, Salt Lake City, Skiing Vacations, USA, Utah, Vacation Packages, Zion
San Antonio is really something to remember and not just because of the Alamo, although it is the most visited attraction in Texas. And with good reason – the dusty old buildings once housed the men who established the Independent Republic of Texas. San Antiono still retains its unique character. While other cities seem to grow more alike, San Antonio maintains its quaint charm and festive atmosphere. It’s a gracious, historic and romantic city that combines a bit of Old South with a bit of Wild West with a number of old sites to ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Alamo, Destinations, San Antonio, Texas, USA, Vacation Packages
San Diego is the United States 7th most popular destination. It’s year round good weather, beaches, majestic parks, perfect sunsets, world-famous activities, world-class shopping and cultural events draw visitors from all over. San Diego is a big city and there’s plenty to do there for people with all kinds of interests. If “life is a beach,” then San Diego is the place to be, with 70 miles of sand lie more than 33 beaches. There is a beach for the surfer, the snorkeler, the sightseer, the shopper, the sunbather and ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: California, Destinations, San Diego, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, surfing, USA, Vacation Packages
From exciting neighborhoods rich in ethnic diversity to scenic wonders that enrich the senses and enliven the soul, San Francisco beckons to all who dream of the good life. One of the most concentrated areas in the United States, the San Francisco Bay Area is known for the .com booms, hippies and gay-friendly attitude. Though not one of the warmest areas in the state, attractions like Haight-Ashbury, a trendy collection of shops and heart of the ’60s flower-power movement, draw travelers in.
There are plenty of other marvels in San Francisco as well – ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Alcatraz, California, Destinations, Fisherman's Wharf, Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco, USA, Vacation Packages
Experience Florida “the way it used to be” with unspoiled beaches, crystal blue waters and a quiet, unhurried pace. The shores of Sanibel Island are lined with exotic seashells, making this one of the most renowned areas in the world for shelling. Walk along the waterfront as lush foliage and coconut palms sway behind you. Squint into the setting sun and observe pelicans, sandpipers and herons in search of supper. The lighthouse, Point Ybel Light, at Lighthouse Beach has stood since 1884, when the entire island was a nature preserve. There is still ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Florida, Point Ybel Light, Sanibel Island, USA, Vacation Packages
Even though Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico, the third largest city in the state with a population of 60,000 and has been around longer than all but one other city in America – yet it is still relatively unknown to many U.S. travelers. The city’s history spans almost 400 years, but much of Santa Fe is unexpected, including its Rocky Mountain climate and geography and the cultural diversity created by a mix of Native American, Hispanic and European traditions.
Surrounded as it is by literally millions of acres of National Forest and ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Anasazi, Bandelier National Monument, Destinations, New Mexico, Puye Cliff Dwellings, Santa Fe, USA, Vacation Packages
Sarasota, Florida is known as “The Cultural Coast of Florida” for good reason. Aside from having the most beautiful beach in the world, Sarasota boasts over 100 art galleries, world class ballet, opera, music, films, and museums. This playground has ample shopping, sunbathing, dining and swimming opportunities. Sarasota is also the site of the nation’s first golf course, built in 1885. The Crowley Museum and Nature Center documents this and other pioneering efforts in the area. Check out the Historic Spanish Point to view gardens, archaeological exhibits and a well-preserved homestead. ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Cultural Coast, Destinations, Florida, Sarasota, USA, Vacation Packages
Scottsdale is many things to many people. A little more than fifty years ago, it was incorporated with a population of less than 2000. Now, it’s home to more than 200,000. It is a modern resort city with all the luxurious amenities you could possibly dream of – the New York Times once deemed it the “Beverly Hills of the desert” for its glamourous hotels, artistic restaurants, boutique shops, and all-inclusive, exclusive spas. The city boasts more than twenty-eight golf courses and each year hosts the PGA tour at The Phoenix ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Arizona, Destinations, golf, Scottsdale, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages
Recognized as one of the most livable cities in the United States, Seattle is also one of the nicest to visit. You know Seattle before you visit it. The skyline is world-famous, thanks to Fraiser and the unreplaceable holdover of the 1964 World’s Fair, the Space Needle. The food is fantastic – given its location on the ocean, how could it not be? This large city offers some of the entrepreneurial minds – and creative spirits.
The “Emerald City” is tucked onto a narrow strip of land between Puget Sound to the west and ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Pacific Northwest, Pike Place Market, Puget Sound, Seattle, USA, Vacation Packages, Washington
The North Central Arizona area is by far one of the most beautiful places in Arizona to visit. The amazing red rock cliffs and sandstone formations will leave you breathless and the best way to see the beauty of this area is to get out and keep busy. A variety of fauna such as the desert Christmas Cactus, prickly pear, banana yucca and Arizona ash, sycamore, juniper, cottonwood and cypress trees populate the land. Poppies and other brilliantly colorful flowers peek through as well.
Sedona offers a variety of things to do for all ages, ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 24th, 2006
Tags: Arizona, Destinations, Sedona, Southwest, USA, Vacation Packages
The host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley and the surrounding areas offer unlimited possibilities – a recreation mecca. From skiing and snowboarding on one of the top mountains in the world, to ice skating, snow tubing, rock climbing, and more. There are more than 4,000 acres to explore, with an annual snowfall of more than 35 feet. Beginners need not fear! 70% of the slopes are dedicated to newbies and intermediate skiiers. Wide courses with beautiful terrain parks are some of what you’ll see as you zip down the slopes. ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 22nd, 2006
Tags: California, Destinations, Skiing Vacations, Squaw Valley, USA, Vacation Packages
The St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is sometimes called Florida’s sunshine capital because it boasts an amazing 361 sunny days a year. In fact, it was once written up in the Guinness World Book of Records for having the most consecutive days of sunshine. Clearwater Beach is upbeat and tropical and offers a huge, white sand beach along with a nightly sunset celebration on Pier 60 with entertainers and food vendors. Minutes inland, the city of St. Petersburg is home to many art galleries, antique shops and museums, including the Florida International Museum, now home to ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 22nd, 2006
Tags: Destinations, Florida, St. Petersburg, USA, Vacation Packages
The country’s largest and most popular ski resort, Vail is known for its legendary Back Bowls, state-of-the-art lifts and charming mountain village. Skiers and snowboarders will find upgrades to the day and night activities center at Adventure Ridge, expanded grooming and the completion of the Golden Peak Base Area. Sharing Vail Valley, European-style Beaver Creek offers one of the world’s most upscale ski resorts with village-to-village skiing, gourmet dining and uncrowded slopes. Beaver Creek is smaller and less crowded than its Vail counterpart, and offers excellent intermediate skiing. Improvements for the upcoming ... [read more]
Author: Miss Julie
Date:December 22nd, 2006
Tags: Beaver Creek, Colorado, Destinations, Skiing Vacations, USA, Vacation Packages, Vail
Author: Bob
Date:November 29th, 2006
Tags: Alaska, Alaska Cruise Deals, Alaska Cruises, Cruise Deals, Cruises, USA