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Amish Country and Valentine’s Day 2011

admin — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:04:25 +0000

As it says on their web site “Where to heck is Terra Hill” and how does this Artist Amish Country Inn and Gallery “relate to Valentine’s Day. Pennsylvania boasts this Bed and Breakfast Inn located between Shady Maple grocery store and Shupps Grove antique and flea market in Terra Hill a really, really small town in Pennsylvania. Artist’s Inn strives to be totally “Green”. Their Valentine Package is well received by those who have visited for this Romantic Day. The Hosts claim to celebrate Valentine’s Day all year long. Chocolates, candles, long stem rose and a bottle of bubbly will be waiting in your room by request. If the weather co-operates a sleigh ride. Tour of the covered bridges (recommended for good luck a kiss in the middle of the bridge) all at an affordable cost. Visit them today and reserve Valentine’s Day.

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Happy New Year 2011!

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 16:30:05 +0000

Who would not like to be in Time Square New York City for the New Year. Celebrating the New Year in is a tradition that is so American We all want the New Year to bring us “Good Luck” for the next 12 months.

Did you know that there is some traditions that say if a tall handsome man is the first guest to your New Years party, you will have good luck but if it is a red headed woman oops. Not bad luck but a difficult year. It will be a prosperous year. Also, if you put a gold or silver coin over the doorway or hold one in your had during the evening Good Luck” is on your side..

Do not forget the southern tradition of making sure you eat your black eyed peas. The Spanish tradition is to eat one grape for each month of the year. Many cultures ring bells and love the noisy celebration while others like the quiet family and close friends to visit their home. However you decide to spend your New Years Eve. We wish you a Very Happy New Year. from the BedandBreakfastNetwork.com team.

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6 Fun Skiing Destinations

admin — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:32:20 +0000

As Fall turns into Winter and the days become colder one of the best parts of the winter season will soon be here. Every year nearly 60 million people grab their skis or snowboard and hit the slops and ski lodges for fun, socializing and just good old fashion relaxation. The US has some great ski resorts on both the East and West coast. From famous slopes of Aspen to the historic mountains on Vermont you are sure to find a great skiing destination.

New York

Visit New York Catskills for the best skiing ever. With over 50 ski areas in the state of New York you will be in heaven. The peaks of the Adirondacks are so inviting. The internet provides statistics for downhill terrain and ski ratings. This beautiful state has attracted the attention of past generations of artists and authors as well as famous skiers or snowboarders. Windham Mountain just North of the Catskills and about 118 miles from NYC and has the highest vertical drops in the Catskills for the expert skier.

The place to go on the east coast for a great winter experience.

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Taos, New Mexico

Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico is one of the top 10 places to ski from the last week in November till April. The sunshine and the snow will bring a smile to your face while skiing. There are over 100 trails. Skiing usually begins at 9 am and stops at 4 pm. It is easy to find the conditions on the internet as well as lodging. Escape to a lovely cozy, comfortable elegant bed and breakfast inn. Taos is full of history and different cultures. Make Taos, New Mexico your next skiing destination.

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California

California has some great skiing in Northern, Central, Lake Tahoe and Southern California where you can Downhill Ski or Cross Country Ski. Gold Mountain, Cascade World, Mt. Shasta and Cedar Pass are all popular. Lodges in Kirkwood, Squaw Valley, Tahoe City, Bear Valley, Pine Crest, Big Bear Lake to mention a few have Specials and Packages to meet your needs. November through April are career employment opportunities months. There are sport schools and snowboarding instructors. If applying for a job please be aware of the staff grooming expectations. Professionalism is expressed in California.

Keep up with the ski new and events in California and you will have a really great skiing vacation.

Utah

Utah with it’s amazing snow it the best you can get. Even though there are truly some incredible skiing and snowboarding areas right here in the good ole USA Utah is one of the more popular.

Utah boast some of the most challenging slopes in the world. Most within an hour of Salt Lake City. Here is some trivia the headquarters for the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association is in Park City, Utah. Bet does not shock you. You can find a resort close the your ski destination to meet all your needs. Have fun and be safe. Remember there are some really challenging slopes in Utah. Have fun.

Colorado

Colorado boasts the best skiing, hiking, rafting and hot air balloon rides. Loveland,Breckenridge, Pike Peak where Garden of the Gods is beautiful in Manitou Springs. Bed and Breakfast Inn offer great packages and specials such as pay for two nights and receive and additional night for free. Don’t forget the Carnivale Parade and the Mumbo Jumbo Cookoff on Valentine’s Weekend another Winter Special. Romance, Leisure, Business and Handicapped Welcome.

Vermont

Cozy, charming and skiing is what New England’s Stowe, Vermont‘s dream is all about. There is even a Vermont Ski Museum to visit. Special Ski Packages at the Bed and Breakfast Inns are available. Tickets to local events are easy to find. Stowe is a beautiful New England Town awaiting your visit. Fun things to do besides skiing is fishing, mountain biking, hiking, snowshoeing, and when you finished a long relaxing hour in the outside hot tub and a wonderful dinner. Vermont is hospitality plus.

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Things To do on Thanksgiving

admin — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:45:16 +0000

Looking for some family games? Just need to past the time during Thanksgiving? Maybe you just want to keep the kids occupied while you watch the turkey day football. No matter what your motive here are a couple of fun ideas that are sure to pass the time.

Bowling with Pumpkins

Use 4 or 5 smaller pumpkins about 4 to 6 inches in diameter or however many kids want to play.
Ask the kids to decorate 10 larger soda plastic bottles
Just like bowling
Rules a “strike” is worth 3 pieces of candy
Spare is worth 2 pieces of candy.

(you may want to have a couple of extra pumpkins just in case one or two may get split)

Marshmallow contest

Cut some straws in half. In a Bucket fill with ice and put in full size marshmallows. Now lets see who can get the most marsh mellows in the shortest time usually 8 minutes is good.

Everyone gets to eat their marsh mellows.

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Celebrity Owned Bed and Breakfasts

admin — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:38:22 +0000

Having a little trouble deciding on where to spend your next vacation? Would you like to stay somewhere with a little extra personalty? How about a Bed and Breakfast owned by a celebrity? That’s right some of our favorites stars are in the hospitality business. Bringing their talents and sense of style to folks like us all around the country. Let’s take a look at some of these celebrity lodges.

Doris Day

Doris Day’s Cypress Inn Carmel-by-the sea is a beautiful Inn located in Carmel, California. It is dogs and cats friendly. They also offer therapeutic massage and European facial services as part of their many amenities. Continental breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas, dinner and open bar in Terry’s Lounge awaits you. This is truly a luxury inn. Thank you to Doris and Terry.

www.cypress-inn.com

Gloria Estefan

1300 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach is famous because the gorgeous Hotel there is the Cardozo Hotel owned by the award winning couple Gloria Estefan and her husband, producer Emilio Estefan. It has 43 beautiful guest rooms. You may enjoy sitting in the garden court yard overlooking breathtaking Miami Beach sipping your favorite drink. Plan your next event in Miami Beach at the Cardoza Hotel.

www.cardozohotel.com

Richard Gere

Now here is a very popular Bed and Breakfast Inn. The Bedford Post, at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, NY just 45 minutes north of New York City. Owned by the very famous Richard Gere and his wife, Carey Lowell. The Bedford Post Inn is an eight-room luxury inn with beautiful rooms and most with fireplaces. There are two restaurants. The Barn for casual dining (be prepared to make your reservations at least 2 months in advance for either restaurant) and The Farmhouse a fine dining restaurant. The Inn and the restaurants are a great addition to the town of Bedford and we all wish Mr. and Mrs Gere much success in their new venture. Few of us work that hard to make a dream come true but we can say from the background of Mr. and Mrs Gere that there will be success.

www.bedfordpostinn.com

Kate Pierson

Rock icon Kate Pierson and co-founding member of the B-52s is the proud owner of the eclectic rock themed lodge “Lazy Meadow Motel” located in the Catskill Mountains. Enjoy hiking, fishing, winter skiing, and even music festivals at this not so run of the mill inn!

www.lazymeadow.com

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5 fun Cities To Visit in 2010

Bed and Breakfast Network (www.bedandbreakfastnetwork.com) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:28:16 +0000

First Day of Summer this year is June 21, 2010 and time to go on vacation and a family vacation is perfect. We will try to help choosing east, west north and south. Boston has endless things to see and experience. The New England Aquarium is terrific for family and great education resources. You cannot miss the Boston Common. Starting at Freedom Trail. Two and a half mile walking trail leading you to 16 historic sites. Paul Revere’s house a legend not to forget. Harvard University where almost every parent wants their adolescent to attend. The Boston Children’s Museum is a hands on museum. Children will have a great time understanding and enjoying the world we live in. Bunker Hill Monument marks the first major battle of the American Revolution. Fine dining in Boston is something you cannot forget. Mission Hill, Little Italy, Langham, Fairmont Copley Plaza, are just a few of the great Boston area’s to find the best restaurants.

Family Vacation Pittsburgh

For the family who loves theater, museums, great restaurants, golf, parks and many free activities this is the city to visit. For example the summer theater season has Oliver, Miss Saigon, Curtains, The Producers, Hairspray, The Student Prince, ballet and jazz all at a reasonable price. Carnegie Science Center with hundreds of hands on exhibits is enjoyable for the whole family. The National Aviary is a must. The August Wilson Center for African American Culture downtown includes a theater, classrooms and galleries. A new addition to Pittsburgh culture. You will never go hungry in Pittsburgh with the hundreds of restaurants. Go on a walking tour and tasting adventure. From deli’s to fine dining you will have great fun. For lodging check Bed and Breakfast Inns are the best. Visit Pittsburgh and enjoy your summer vacation.

Family Vacation Portland Oregon

Portland, Oregon where everyone as well as alternative styles coexist peacefully. Close to the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains makes for one of the best cities to live and vacation. Downtown Portland boasts the Art Museum as well as the Oregon Historical Society and the Portland Center and Performing Arts. Casual and fine dining at reasonable prices are everywhere. Pittock Mansion where you can see six mountains with views of downtown Portland is fantastic. Lan Su Chinese Garden is not only beautiful but teaches you Chinese culture and history. They always have something new for your interest. There are culture tours including, Native American, Japanese, Chinese, Hispanic and so many more. Restaurants in Nob Hill, Hollywood/Irvington/Laurelhurst, Old Town/Chinatown, and Washington Park/Northwest Washington County just to name a few areas will make many family memories. We know you will enjoy Portland Oregon and all it’s wonderful attractions. Have fun.

Milwaukee WI family Vacation

Fun things to do in Milwaukee

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum is a museum of learning. Children learn about all kinds of wonderful things they will use their whole life economics, commerce, photography, art and music and the human body. Backyard stuff to is available. They will have a wonderful time here. Milwaukee County Zoo. Kids love spider monkeys, bonobos, gorillas, orangutans, siamangs the Aquatic & Reptile Center, and Mammal Small Mammal Center. Old World Wisconsin is an outdoor museum of rural life It shows how life was in the 1800s in American. Check out the Brewers at Millers Park Baseball is always are wonderful family past time. There is a tram tour and believe me it makes life easier. The Clausing Barn, has a restaurant and gift shop. Milwaukee Bed and Breakfast Inns are the best. Wishing you a wonderful summer family vacation in Milwaukee.

Virginia Beach Family Vacation

Just think of it and then just visit 14 miles of beautiful Virginia Beach. There are no fees for the beach but Virginia Beach attractions can be a bit pricey. Check the Internet for Virginia Beach Attractions. Here are a few we think you may enjoy. The Virginia Beach Boardwalk has free entertainment if you go to the 24, 17th & 7th Street signs. Check out Ocean Breeze Waterpark not free but really nice. Motor World is for the whole family check their prices. Always ask for Specials wherever you go. Check out the great Virginia Beach Bed and Breakfast Inn and Spas. Charming, Elegant and Cozy. Enjoy.

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Pennsylvania Family Vacation

Bed and Breakfast Network (www.bedandbreakfastnetwork.com) — Wed, 12 May 2010 18:26:20 +0000

When was the last time you visited Pennsylvania the Keystone State where the Declaration of Independence was signed. Also nicknamed the Quaker State. Other nicknames are the Chocolate State, the Steel State and the Coal State. There are many Ivy League collages and universities to visit. Museums, the famous Philadelphia Zoo, famous music festivals,and amusement parks. Hershey is a place you will not want to miss. Route 30 is absolutely a beautiful ride and so much to see.

Dutch Country is a wonderful experience. Shopping there is a must. Stay a couple of night’s at a Bed and Breakfast.
The Rhubarb Festival in Intercourse is a really fun event full of special rhubarb pies, cake, drinks, canned foods and more.
Choose the beautiful Inn and Spa at Intercourse Village. You will enjoy the wonderful Amish country. Romance, Leisure or Business you will find comfort and cozy suites. The spa is fantastic and a walk through the garden is beautiful.

The beautiful Inn and Campground Shiloh Resort Cooks Forest State Park in northwestern Pennsylvania by the splendid Charion River is a fantastic place to visit for any occasion. Cook Forest State Park is open year round. Ray and Doe Nemeth Welcome you to their Shiloh Resort Inn, Cabins and Campground.
There is a beautiful chapel where many weddings have been performed. Just give them a call and reserve. Shiloh Resort Inn is a peace of heaven on earth.

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Mother’s Day 2010

Bed and Breakfast Network (www.bedandbreakfastnetwork.com) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:06:03 +0000

Celebrating Mother’s Day in Ohio. Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast in Delroy (Atwood Lake) is special. They offer a two night Special. It includes a visit to the National First Ladies Museum and Library. This event is fascinating and showcases the Victorian home of President and Mrs. McKinley. After the tour there will be a First Ladies Tea. This will be a day to remember. Another great B&B for Mother’s Day is take your mother or wife to Holladay House Bed and Breakfast in Orange, Virginia. They are the best to relax and shower them with attention. A one hour massage is included. Homemade dark chocolate cake and extended stay with discount. Holladay House is in beautiful Virginia wine country and is a historic inn. Fireplaces, double whirlpool Jacuzzi suites, private patios and so much more.

MD Resort in Dallas/Ft. Worth has a really nice Mother’s Day gift. They will decorate your room especially for Mother’s Day, include gift basket, balloon bouquet. She can relax in an oversize Jacuzzi spa tub. Home cooked brunch or lunch for the whole family, or a family picnic. Movies and chocolates . Gift Certificates are available. They will even take your photo and e-mail it. A mother’s dream One hour massage. Also find some great restaurants in Dallas

Eastholmes in the Rockies offers the perfect Mother’s Day. Showing her how much you care. Reserve one of our elegant Victorian rooms or suites for two nights and receive a complimentary bouquet of flowers upon her arrival. She’s worth it, so don’t miss out on this special offer for the month of May 2010. Just mention you read our BLOG on Mother’s Day Special to receive this special offer.

May 9th is Mother’s Day and Eastholmes in the Rockies welcome all mother’s with a 3 course gourmet breakfast under the beautiful clear blue skies of Cascade, Colorado. The perfect gift for someone special in your life. Show her how much you care and appreciate all the things she does for you and your family. Choose an elegant Victorian rooms or suites. She will enjoy a complimentary bouquet of flowers. A Special Offer if you mention you saw this on our blog. She will be the center of attention for Mother’s Day.

Wherever you are spoil your mother or mother of your children. Most Bed and Breakfast Inn offer great Specials and Package, and Gift Certificates. A day or two away from the reality. Give her those couple of days. She will come home in such a good mood. This is your thanks for all she does for you and the family all year. Check www.BedandBreakfastNetwork.com for the perfect Bed and Breakfast Inn.
Happy Mother’s Day to all who are Mother’s…

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Purchasing a Bed and Breakfast, Some Things to Consider

Bed and Breakfast Network (www.bedandbreakfastnetwork.com) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:23:13 +0000

Is your home suitable for a B&B/Inn. Is it paid for? Do you have enough money put away for all the essentials needed for this commercial endeavor. There will be numerous upgrades I am sure from painting your house inside and out, plumbing upgrades, flowers and other shrubbery to make the grounds look inviting. A commercial sign that has a logo and the name of you B&B/Inn as well as a entrance sign.

Advertising and Getting ahead

You will need signs on highways with directions to your B&B/Inn. Set aside approximately $1,500 plus a year for advertising. Do not forget additionally your web site and keep it updated. SEO for Search Engine Optimization is a must today to be found on the Internet. Purchasing commercial bedding, including mattresses, blankets, sheets that will last for at least 5 or 6 years. Since you are now a commercial business owner you will need an office with business supplies and the ability to accept credit cards. Remember the credit card companies charge a fee to accept payment include this in your list of start up cost. In most areas there are legal fees, permits and licenses. Make sure your kitchen is updated and you have smoke detectors in every room.

Redecorate

You may want to redecorate or feng shui your B&B/Inn. You will need a professional for your web site, do not ignore the advantages. Professional photo’s done by a studio or student of photography is a must for your web site, brochures and for your signs. Should you not have a paid for property contact a professional B&B/Inn Financial Company to help you calculate the expenses of purchasing and making sure your B&B/Inn is the best in the area.
Wishing you good luck and hope this little bit of information has been helpful.

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Spring 2010 is Here

Bed and Breakfast Network (www.bedandbreakfastnetwork.com) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 18:14:18 +0000

Spring is finally here a season of rebirth. The beginning of longer and warmer days because the sun is tilting more towards the sun encouraging plants and flowers to grow. More rain and weather that can be unstable is different areas of the world. Even animals being born in spring is significant. The whole world loves spring and they celebrate the season which starts on March 21st as a special occasion . May Day (May 1st) is another spring day which is celebrated in many countries. This day is half way between spring and summer. It has a great history. Those who love to garden look forward to their plants and flowers blossom.

Spring cleaning is a time to thoroughly clean your home and get your house and life in order. Open the windows and air out the house from being closed up all winter. Get that dust out. Make a checklist for each room. Put away your winter clothes. Clean the windows. Did you know you after you make your check list for each room you can allow yourself 15 minutes for each room and complete everything that needs to be done. You just have to have everything in order.
Even businesses like Bed and Breakfast Inn which are kept clean on a daily basis 365 days a year do their Spring cleaning. Who would not want everything smelling fresh, polished and organized. Also remember to check the Internet or your favorite magazine or recipe book (many have this information) for not only the supplies you will need but also for homemade cleaning solutions for you to whip up yourself and use to clean. Have fun and enjoy the rewards of your work.

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