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California Romantic Vacation and Getaway Ideas

admin — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:52:25 +0000

A California Vacation will put a smile on almost anyone face. There is just so much to see and do from San Diego’s (south) to the famous San Diego Zoo to Crescent City in the north. San Diego has perfect beaches of white sand, three beautiful old Spanish missions and over 90 golf courses, and so many Special Events you will want to attend them all. Look no further when you need to stop and relax and sleep. With affordable bed and breakfast in the area , luxurious inns with spas you will look forward to tomorrow’s family friendly events. We must not forget the exciting nightlife in San Diego that is a must. We decided to stay a week in the Los Angeles area and take at least a day or two in Palm Springs.

We all discussed becoming “Movie Stars” and living in Hollywood and shopping on Rodeo Drive. Did you know that Los Angeles is the largest USA city. Thank goodness I am not driving but we’re off to Palm Springs and the 109 emerald green golf courses. This the playground of the stars. We stopped at the beautiful little town of Idyllwild for lunch. Palm Springs has the best fine dining restaurants, Art galleries , boutiques and so much more in California. I am really happy we made this a priority visit.

Two days later we decided to head to Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino National Forest area only 100 miles north east of Los Angeles. Much different than San Diego beautiful blue lakes and from talking to the folks in the area this is a four season town, warm summers, cool fall, snowy winters and beautiful spring time. We found a beautiful luxury Bed and Breakfast and our two night stay was terrific.

Now the decision was to drive up the coast to Santa Barbara where we have friends who own a bed and breakfast inn. Santa Barbara is another of California’s perfect romantic coastal cities with luxury accommodation, golf close by, numerous shops within walking distance or a quick 10 minutes to the city. Romance is in the air here. Just walk holding hands and enjoy it all. The temperature all year round is in the 70′s..what more could you ask for. The spa was incredible. Make sure you choose Santa Barbara as one of your destinations when you visit California.

San Francisco was our next stop we decided on a 4 day stop over her because we also wanted to take at least full two days in Carmel. Our stay in San Francisco was wonderful, thanks to the innkeepers attention to detail, the most comfortable bed and fresh flowers in our room. The courtyard was lush and beautiful. The Spa treatment was superb. After two day of shopping and eating at incredible restaurants in San Francisco we were on our way to Carmel. The charming little city is just steps from white sandy beaches and so close to beautiful California Wine Country. Make sure you have your camera it is a beautiful little town. I lost my camera case here so I know I will return some day. Time to finish our California Getaway. The town of Eureka would be our last two day. We had been given a Gift Certificate for a bed and breakfast in Eureka and were so happy with everything. The room was elegant, we arrived in the afternoon and afternoon tea was available and a walk through the Victorian Garden was just beautiful.
Our California vacation was not long enough and we want to visit again and again. You encourage you to visit soon.

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Arkansas Vacation and Getaway Ideas

admin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:13:57 +0000

Arkansas is for couples, families and groups with affordable romantic getaways, family vacations. Family fun attractions, golf, fishing, hunting, camping, and a visit to the world’s only free diamond mine. You can keep your diamonds. This beautiful state has so much to offer. Fort Smith still celebrates it Wild West festival. Bentonvillle is the international corporate headquarters of Wal-Mart. Bella Vista know for it’s 7 championship golf courses the perfect place to be for golfers. Rogers still has old fashioned brick paved streets with historic store fronts. Eureka Springs is a peaceful retreat with winding streets, many beautiful bed and breakfast inns. Unique one of a kind boutiques, art galleries, spas, museums and fine dining. Each year there are several musical variety shows. Eureka Springs is a great place to visit for romance, leisure or business. Fayetteville is home to University of Arkansas and the national and Confederate cemeteries and Civil War History.

Thoroughbred horse racing, greyhound dog, racing, dirt bike tracks and drag racing are just a few of an afternoon at the track for many racing enthusiasts . Cannot not talk about Arkansas with mentioning our 42nd President Bill Clinton’s birth place in Hope, Arkansas. Take the family, honeymoon, visit for golfing, fishing, hunting or any one the wonderful attraction (maybe the diamond mines) or the Civil War History Museums. Arkansas is a four season state so there is so much to enjoy.

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Arizona Vacation and Getaway Ideas

admin — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:09:50 +0000

Are you traveling through Arizona for romance, honeymoon, or maybe a much needed leisure trip. Is this your first time to see the Grand Canyon and secretly you heard about all those terrific golf courses and you just did not want to bring up the subject to your wife. She has been a great sport about it all these years but this trip is supposed to be special and you are determined to make it just that. The “plan” is to visit Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Glendale, Chandler and Scottsdale and if there is time a couple of the small cities Tempe, Gilbert, Peoria and Yuma, Sedona, Bisbee…what order has not exactly been planned as this will give you both something to talk about tonight when you arrive in Yuma.

We are now crossing the border into Arizona and it feels exciting. A place we have never been before together. Golf, fishing and history dating back to the 1500′s exploring Arizona will be fun. Now while we are here visiting it will be Valentine’s Day so I had better stay focused and not forget that important day because it is our 15th Wedding Anniversary. Oh, I can hear those lush Yuma golf courses beckoning me but I better turn a deaf ear. I wonder what she is thinking “shopping” I bet. Well, this is just the beginning and I am sure we will have a great time. We have a whole month to just enjoy Arizona and all the beautiful, historical and spectacular golf courses. oops there goes my imagination again.

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Alaska Vacation Ideas and Getaways

admin — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:11:06 +0000

Want to try Alaska on for size and see if it fits your sense of adventure and freedom. Maybe your young and have a spouse or significant other beside you wanting the same things you do or just maybe you have retired and want exactly the same things as the younger professional young people do “a sense of adventure and freedom in an unspoiled wilderness. Well guy’s it’s almost Valentine’s Day and with all that sense of adventure head for Alaska where the friendliest people in America are supposed to live. Do you want to go to a major city like Anchorage, Fairbanks or Juneau or one of the smaller ones like Ketchikan, Homer, Haines or Skagway.

Fishing and hunting are not all they do in Alaska but hopefully your spouse or significant other will like to do one or the other. Since this is your time may we suggest a tour for your first visit so you can learn more about Alaska from someone who’s been here a while. Who know’s you may go home saying you know I love it and relocating is a great option. Do your research is Alaska right for you. Now for that Valentine’s Day why not pull out all the good things and indulge yourself and your spouse or significant other and stay at a Bed and Breakfast Inn or lodge. Enjoy all they have to offer. Have fun and let this be the beginning of a great new adventure. Happy Valentine’s Day you are now seeking a change of pace that could last a lifetime.

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Alabama Vacation Ideas

Alabama Vacation Ideas

admin — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:29:09 +0000

Visit Alabama and breathe the beautiful fresh mountain air. The Golf Courses are truly magnificent, as well as tennis, canoeing, fishing, basketball, soccer, and track just to name a few of outdoor adventures to look forward to where ever you stop in Alabama. Huntsville Alabama has the largest space attraction the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Don’t forget the minor league baseball team the Huntsville Stars. Stop in Scottsboro where the Walls of Jericho and Jackson County Park and Lookout Mountain Park known as one of the most scenic drives ever. Birmingham boasts the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame they sure have the right to boast they have original memorabilia from over 200 inductees including “Bear” Bryant, Joe Louis (boxer), Jesse Owens and Carl Lewis, two Heisman trophies, 3 World Series trophies and numerous other awards. Don’t forget University of Alabama football at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa it is an experience.

Take a simulated plane ride at the new Tuskegee Air National Site the is a fantastic hands on exhibit.
The Golf Coast is 32 miles of breathtaking blue water. Stop and visit the USS Alabama battleship in Mobile, and all the beautiful mansions, Monroeville, Foley and Fairhope offer historic sites, great shopping and fine dining well worth the stop over and spend the night. Deep Sea fishing is an event at Orange Beach and sailing on Dauphin Island is so relaxing. Need to mention one more sports event watch the Mobile Bay Bears play baseball at Hank Aaron Stadium it will be a day to remember. There is so much to do and see in Alabama you will enjoy every minute and the historical value alone is worth the trip. See you in Alabama

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50 States in 50 Weeks

admin — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:01:43 +0000

Fun Travel Vacations Ideas

Each one of the United States holds specials treasures for a romantic getaways. We all know about the big cities like New York or San Francisco but what about the smaller towns. Places that offer new adventures, like fishing tours, winter skiing, wine retreats, or relaxation spas. Over the next 50 weeks we will go state by state to show you some of the great bed and breakfasts, lodges, inns, and towns you may not know about!

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