Written by Vacations on August 30, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways, Vacation Rentals
Tags: cabin rentals, cooters place, dollywood, gatlinburg, national park, rentals, smoky mountains, tennessee, vacation
Want to vacation in a place full of attractions, shopping, dining, and nightlife? Gatlinburg, TN is the perfect hotspot for a vacation. Gatlinburg is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! It isn’t unusual for up to 35,000 visitors to stay in one night.
Some of the greatest attractions of Gatlinburg is Dollywood (Dolly Pardon’s Theme Park), Cooters Place (museum and shop of The Dukes of Hazzard), and Dollywood Splash Country (Water park). While on vacation you can also visit the Guinness’s World Records Museum & Ripley’s Believe it or Not Museum, both of which has hundred of exhibits.
Are you more interested in sightseeing and relaxing while you are on vacation? You can stay in one of Gatlinburg’s famous cabin rentals such as Smokey Mountain Cabins. You can also go rafting in the Great Smokies and visit the Gatlinburg Trainway. Gatlinburg is the perfect place for singles, newlyweds, couples, and families! It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or why you’re here, but you will have a blast on vacation in Gatlinburg!
Written by Vacations on August 27, 2010 in City, State, Unique Vacations
Tags: entertainment, galleries, museums, new york, new york vacation, night life, vacation
Ever thought of a New York vacation? I’m sure you are thinking that doesn’t have water or sun like a vacation is supposed to. Truth have it is that a New York vacation is full of exciting activities to invest your time on your vacation in. There are hundreds of hotels to stay in, thousands of galleries and museums to visit, and plenty of night life entertainment.
New York is a great place to visit, but if you are not guided correctly you might miss some of the most important features the city has to offer. That’s why places such as Gotham Walking Tours are offering to be your tour guide for the day. For a fee, you can go on any type of tour you want, from NYC museums to NYC‘s Central Park.
These tours generally last a few hours and are very informative and entertaining. You will get lost in the beauty and exquisiteness of the city all while be educationally informed of the history. You will learn things you never thought imaginable and you will leave with a firm understanding of why a New York vacation is the way that it is.
Written by Vacations on August 24, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: america, daytona, family, getaway, international, lifestyle, miami, myrtle beach, north carolina, pensacola beach, romantic, south beach, south caroilna, tampa, tropical, vacation
Wondering where to take the family this year for vacation? There are many options available, international and local. Perhaps you are considering a tropical getaway. Maybe one of your best options is to take a cruise to the Caribbean. There you can enjoy tropical beauties and the islander’s custom lifestyle.
Perhaps you cannot afford a cruise and are looking into America’s very own beaches. Florida has one of the widest selections of beaches in America. You can go to Tampa, Miami, South beach, and Daytona if you are looking for numerous family vacation activities to keep you entertained. Pensacola Beach is more of an intimate setting for romantics. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is also a great place for a family vacation. There is plenty to do including world-class entertainment, fine dining, and fantastic shopping. Myrtle Beach is definitely a beach to consider that is wallet friendly.
Ocracoke Island in North Carolina is a nice getaway. The Island is literally surrounded by water, with ferry’s running all day long to transport passengers to and from. Here you will enjoy nice little beach bungalows and homes, transportation by bicycles, and local shopping. Ocracoke is definitely the place to go to get away from the rest of the world. It’s like its own little piece of paradise. New York beaches may not have the tropical climate year round, but they are a great place to consider vacationing to with you family, because these beaches are booming with entertainment and excitement. All of these beaches offer something unique, that only they have. But one thing is for sure, all of these beaches are great places to take the family on a nice getaway family vacation.
Written by Vacations on August 18, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways, Vacation Rentals
The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui hotel overlooks the sparkling blue waters of Maui. While staying at the Fairmont visitors are able to play golf on three golf courses or play a game of tennis on one for the fourteen tennis courts. Visitors can even take a break from their stressful lives to get a massage in the Kea Lani Spa. There is even an activity center for kids to entertain the children with painting, coconuts, building sand castles, exploring pools, and even learning how to dance hula.
Visitors will be able to choose from either suites or two-level Villas. The suites are ideal accommodations for large family, with its barbeque grills and swimming pools. The best advantage of the resort is that they offer a wide multitude of discounts and packages suitable to each individual family. A fun packed planned family vacation in Maui is just the right ticket to a dream vacation.
Written by Vacations on August 03, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: bungalows, cottages, hawaii, kona village resort, resort, seclusion, vacation
Though about vacationing in Hawaii, but you’re not exactly where to stay? Kona Village Resort is one of the most relaxing resorts on the western side of the island. This resort offers breathtaking view and a wide array of amenities to do. This resort is perfect for anyone including romantic couples and large families. The cottages and bungalows have no phones or televisions, in order to encourage outdoor activities and to give that wonderful feeling of seclusion.
Where will you eat? Why not try one of the resorts two oceanfront restaurants on-site. Here they will serve light meals emphasizing on the island vegetables and fish. On Fridays’ you can attend the legendary Lu’au! With the private, secluded, breathtaking beaches Kona Village is truly one of the most relaxing places you could possibly be.
If you take the time to visit in the winter, you may be able to watch the humpback whales as they migrate from Alaska to Hawaii. You will also be able to admire the manta rays swimming about at night from the front of the Hale Moana restaurants. Other than admiring the local wildlife you can play tennis, go fishing, and even scuba dive. There is always something to do at the Kona Village Resort.
Written by Vacations on July 30, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: beach volleyball, bird watching, botanical gardens, diving, entertainment, kayak, laguna beach, surfing, tourist, vacation
Ever watched reality show, Laguna Beach on TV and thought what a great place to visit! Well, you are right!!! Thousands and people vacation in Laguna Beach each year to take in the beaches splendid views and entertainment.
In Laguna Beach there are 30 different beaches for tourist to explore by foot or kayak. There are plenty of activities to do including bird watching, beach volleyball, surfing, diving, etc. You can even go golfing and visit the botanical gardens.
No matter if you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo getaway, Laguna Beach has it all. There are also over 100 galleries and numerous local festivals that happen each year. Plus, there is plenty of unique shopping in specialty shops for all the shopping lovers. With its ideal weather year round, Laguna Beach is the perfect spot to spend your vacation this year!
Written by Vacations on July 27, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: cloister at sea island, entertainment, florida, georgia, golf, savannah
The Cloister at Sea Island is a secluded five mile long vacation spot in Georgia Sea Island. The resort offers an array of things to do including there award winning 54 holes of golf courses. This is the perfect place for a golf lover to get away to.
For those who have a long day on the course, or those who aren’t interested in golf, the resort offers a Class A spa on-site. You can also spend time in several fitness facilities, horseback riding, fishing, taking diving lessons, and going on a sunset cruise. The resort also offers free tennis for the children, including complimentary golf and tennis clinics.
The Cloister offers over 250 rooms, the Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club, and incredible dining. Plus, the dining room offers a great selection of live music and dancing. The food is very tasteful with a southern twist. The resort is only about an hour drive to Georgia hotspot Savannah and Jacksonville, Florida. Even though you will be comfortably nestled away you are still close enough to enjoy the cities bright lights and entertainment.
Written by Vacations on July 21, 2010 in City, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: california, golf vacation, marriott rancho las palmas resort and spa, myrtle beach, resort, vacation
Each year thousands, if not millions, of golfers anticipate taking a vacation to hit some balls around the course. The only question is what course will they be hitting balls at? If you are looking for a place to golf plus a beach vacation nearby, you should consider vacationing in Myrtle Beach. Also known as “The Golf Capital of America”, Myrtle Beach has hundreds of award winning course within its borders. The great thing is Myrtle Beach also has numerous golf resorts where you can be on-site or get great package deals for local courses.
The Marriott Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa in California is a great resort for golfers that also cater to the rest of the families needs. They offer everything including tennis, swimming, kid’s campus, and on-site spas. So, while you golfers are enjoying your round of golf, your family will be enjoying themselves to!
If you are looking to vacation for golfing this year, but you are worried about your financial aspects, there are numerous options available. You can begin by researching online for which places offer the best deals with the most amenities. Then you can investigate farther by finding coupons such as in the Myrtle Beach coupon book Monster. This book has all sorts of discounts including dining, shopping, entertainment, golfing, and lodging. No matter how you are vacationing, by yourself, with your family, or with your business, you are sure to find something for everyone at these places. Plus, the coupons will make your vacation a lot smoother and stress free!
Written by Vacations on July 18, 2010 in City, Family Vacations, State, Unique Vacations, Vacation Getaways
Tags: california, california vacation, huntington beach, vacation
Ever been to the West Coast? If you are planning on going anytime soon you may want to look into staying at Huntington Beach. There is so much to do at Huntington Beach including diverse sports such as surfing, biking, boating, skateboarding, fishing, golf, tennis, and beach volleyball. There is definitely a sport for everyone, no matter what your likes and dislikes are.
While you are enjoying Huntington Beach, you ought to enjoy some of the attractions as well. One of the most popular is the International Surfing Museum. This exhibit includes some of the most precious surfing artifacts to date. Another popular attraction is the Huntington Beach art center and the Surfers hall of Fame. The beach also includes one of the largest parks in Southern California. It’s the perfect place for kids and picnics.
The best thing about Huntington Beach is that you are so close to everything else California has to offer. You can be to Disneyland, Knott’s berry Farm, and Wild Rivers Water Park in as little as twenty minutes. There is nothing you can’t do at Huntington Beach!
Written by Vacations on May 19, 2010 in City, Featured, Vacation Getaways, Vacation Information
Ever considered vacationing outside of the United States…say in Maui??? The beaches of Maui are absolutely amazing. Some beach offer swimming all year, while others are notorious for surfing and snorkeling.
Kaanapali Beach is famous for its three miles of white sand with all sorts of thing to do. You can surf, go sail boating, and even catamaran rides. You will also find Sad Rock, which is a notorious spot for snorkeling. If you are looking for a less crowded beach, the southern beach of Kihei, Maluaka, and Makena are the places to go!!
An even more secluded beach is the Eastern beach of Harnoa. Here, you can spend your time relaxing and enjoying the quietness of the beach. You may even be able to go on a Sea Turtle adventure to see some of the rarest and most beautiful turtles alive. All of these beaches are exotic, relaxing, and entertaining. If you are looking for a well rounded vacation the beach of Maui are some to consider.
