Get Off The Beaten Path In Jamaica
Tired of the all-inclusive experience?.. Perhaps its time to embrace the real Jamaica. Many tourists catch flights to Jamaica only to spend their time on the island cocooned inside the confines of their all-inclusive complex. For those prepared to be a little braver and...
5 Outragous Destinations for a Stag (Bachelor Party) Weekend
If you're planning a stag weekend (a.k.a bachelor party), you want it to be a once in a lifetime experience. Don't bother following the crowd and visiting the same destinations, hitting up the same bars and beaches as all your friends have. You only get...
Exploring Borneo’s Giant Cave System
The light-aircraft flight to the tiny airstrip that serves Gunung Mulu's surprisingly luxurious cave resorts is not for the faint of heart but it does give visitors a wonderful view of a lush, dark green carpet of rainforest broken only by winding brown rivers. The...
Dramatic, Secluded Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast Inns
Dramatic lighthouse accommodations dot the coastline along the east and west of the United States and along the shore of the Great Lakes. Imagine wandering along a craggy coast this summer and staying at an historic lighthouse that’s been turned into a charming Lighthouse Keepers Inn or captivating Bed & Breakfast. Fascinating Lighthouse Inns can also be found in Canada, Scotland, Wales and The Netherlands.
Images of perfect solitude embrace guests of lighthouse dwellings. Perched at the very edge of the continent, lighthouses were built to withstand all of natures furies and to offer warmth and security to lighthouse keepers and their families as they kept beacons illuminating dangerous coastal passages. Many of these lodgings are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and offer a peak back to simpler times when nothing came between man and nature.
If you’re ready to feel the exhilaration of breathtaking views from coastal bluffs and headlands, check out some of these prominent Lighthouse Lodgings:
New England
Keeper’s House, Isle au Haut, Maine – Weekly stays only at present
Popham Beach B&B, Phippsburge, Maine –
The Lighthouse Inn, West Dennis, Massachusetts
Race Point Lighthouse, North Truro, Massachusetts
Rose Island Lighthouse, Newport, Rhode Island
Saugerties Lighthouse, Hudson River, New York
New Source for All Inclusive Europe Vacations
We've found a great UK company that is specializing in convenient, budget friendly all inclusive vacations for Europe and beyond. FirstChoice.co.uk is the first mainstream travel company to offer all its hotels and resorts on an all-inclusive basis. There is no doubt that all-inclusive vacations are...
Lively Liverpool Makes A Great City Break Destination
If you’re thinking of heading to the UK and exploring beyond London, why not visit one of the most famous cities in the world - Liverpool? Situated in the North West of England, Liverpool is a two hour train ride from London, and is...
4 Night Inn to Inn New England Heritage Getaway
[caption id="attachment_7405" align="alignleft" width="177" caption="Rosewood Country Inn"][/caption] Come summer, the rolling green hills of New Hampshire beckon 'flat-landers' to come explore its bucolic byways, picturesque villages, and historic attractions. We've found an incredibly great Inn to Inn getaway package that is both fascinating and affordable. ...
Extreme Teen Adventure Camps That Make Memories For a Lifetime
When your kids have outgrown swimming at the lake and singing summer camp songs, it’s time to send them on a grand summer adventure that will challenge their mind and body, shape their futures and spark interest in the world around them.
Here are three well respected companies that specialize in exciting and adventurous summer camp programs that your teens will remember for the rest of their lives.
Send your inquisitive teenager on an exciting expedition with top National Geographic Society scientists. National Geographic Student Expeditions specializes in summer adventures for teens completing grades 9 through 12. Nat Geo invites them to ‘Explore, Engage & Create’ with noted National Geographic photographers, writers and scientists. Student Expeditions follow the footsteps of legendary explorers in exotic locations across the globe from the Galapagos Islands, to New Zealand, Barcelona, Costa Rica and Yellowstone National Park, where students learn to view landscapes and cultures with new appreciation. Programs are offered in varying lengths from 10-12 day workshops to 2 or 3 week in-depth expeditions. Send your inquisitive teenager on an expedition Indiana Jones would have been excited to participate in.
Wheelchair Accessible Hot Air Ballooning In Sonoma California
Mobility is no longer a barrier to experiencing the romance of soaring above the picturesque valleys and vineyards of Sonoma County California on a majestic hot air balloon ride. Up & Away Ballooning has recently acquired a state-of-the-art balloon basket that was custom crafted in...
New York City Library To Hold Provocative Overnight Treasure Hunt
Things are anything but dull over at the New York City Library this spring as they prepare for the centennial celebration in May. The library will be inviting 500 inquiring minds to spend the night in the library on a quest to 'Find The Future'...
Get Ready For Summer Vacation at Houseboating University
One of the great iconic family vacation experiences in the United States is piloting a houseboat on Lake Powell on the Arizona, Utah boarder. Just picture drifting over the quiet blue-green waters on Lake Powell with nearly 2,000 miles of scenic shoreline to explore -...
Alaska Fishing Adventure by Luxury Cruise Line
When you think about visiting Alaska one of the first images that comes to mind is the annual salmon run and the spectacular fishing opportunities. Most travelers however enter the state by cruise ship and never experience Alaska's premier fishing grounds and lodges. Princess Cruise...
10 Unique & Affordable Valentine's Day Celebrations
The pressure is always on to imagine new and exciting ways to celebrate your love on Valentine's Day. Take heart...
I'm Hiding From Winter In The Dominican Republic!
And you know what...
Death Valley Is A Suprisingly Great Sightseeing Tour from Las Vegas
I'm just back from Las Vegas where Clint and I took a one day excursion into Death Valley with Pink Jeep Tours. We really had a great time and Death Valley turned out to be way more interesting than I had imagined. Here's a link to...
Lobster Rolls, Frog Jumping Contests & White Water Rafting – It Must Be Summer in Maine
This summer is an old fashioned SCORCHA! – so it’s time to head to the cool, clear mountain villages of Maine where breezes blow and temperatures are comfortable. While throngs of tourists cling to the rocky coastline (which is impressive we must admit), more discerning families head inland where spring fed lakes and rumbling rivers guarantee a refreshing vacation stay.
NorthernOutdoors.com
Be A Really Cool Family – Go White Water Rafting On The Kennebec River! You can’t get much more refreshing than a plunge down the rapids in an inflatable boat. The adrenaline rush all the water and amusement parks are trying to duplicate is right here in northern Maine on the Kennebec, Penobscot and Dead rivers. Until July 15th it’s value season at Northern Outdoors – you can take 35% off standard summer rafting and lodging prices. AND all summer long, kids raft at half price on weekdays. On Wednesday it’s single parent day, two kids pay half price with a single paying parent. These rivers will give you the ride of your life!
5 Fun and Surprising Outdoor Activities in Paris
Beach It In Paris – yes, Paris!
Each July and August since 2002, Paris creates its own beaches right along the banks of the River Seine (by the Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame and Pont au Change). Industrious crews bring in over 3,000 tons of sand to create an urban beach right along the city’s beloved Seine River, for all Parisians (and visitors) to soak up some rays and participate in (my favorite activity) – eye popping people watching! But it doesn’t stop with sand – we’re talking palm trees, chaise lounges, umbrellas, hammocks, wifi, games and books, grassy lawns and raised decking – a sun lovers paradise for sure! Find all the details at Paris Plage
Swim The Seine, really – no pollution involved
A number of giant swimming barges (floating swimming pools) have been anchored along the banks of the Seine creating the illusion of being able to swim in the river. Perhaps the most notable is the Josephine Baker, where a 25 meter pool can delight 375 swimmers at once. After your refreshing swim, relax in the cafe, on the sun deck, or work out in the gym facilities. Their sliding roof makes this spot perfect on any day, in any weather. Here’s where you can find all the info on the Josephine Baker Swimming Pool.
The Beautiful Azores, A Trip Report – You Should Go – Really!
The Azores - The Most Beautiful Eco-Friendly Islands That You´ve Never Heard Of I should have brought along a Thesaurus to even attempt to describe to you how incredibly beautiful the islands of the Azores are. Clint and I just hopped a short 4 1/2 hour nonstop...
World’s Best Chocolate Vacations!
For everyone who loves chocolate as much as I do, it's time to plan a vacation swirling with chocolate tours and adventures. Nothing matches the euphoric lift after munching on a creamy chocolate delight. Here are eight destinations for immersing yourself in...