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Steinhatchee Landing Resort Welcomes Scallop Seekers

May 24, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Big Bend Area Gulf Waters Open, Scallop Season Begins July 1 STEINHATCHEE, Fla. (May 24, 2010) - Equal parts snorkeling, hunting for hidden treasure and saltwater fishing, scalloping is a can't-miss summer event in Florida's Big Bend. The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill has left the Steinhatchee area unaffected thus far and Steinhatchee Landing Resort, a family-style, riverfront vacation retreat, welcomes scallop seekers for a busy 2010 scallop … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Fishing, Florida, Harvest, Mexico, Orlando, Resort, River Rafting, Spa, Summer Travel

Cooling Kids Camp – Hidden Pond – Maine

March 24, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Sweet Sound of Leisure Mixed with Nature equals Blissful Summer Getaway at Hidden Pond Kennebunkport on Maine's Privileged Coast KENNEBUNKPORT, ME, March 2010 - Think the sweet sound of leisure, then stir in the Maine coast's Hidden Pond, the exclusive private and boutique resort nestled in the woods of Kennebunkport. This summer vacation formula is as good as it gets, especially with such options as cooking classes in your own private … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Beach, Bicycle, Drinking, Garden, Maine, Resort, Romantic, Sand, Seafood, Spa, Summer Travel, Wildlife

Yosemite – Valley Floor

by Dave · Leave a Comment

We heard someone once say that living in Mariposa County will turn you into a photographer. Perhaps just visiting Yosemite will do the trick. Picturesque locations await you from massive granite formations to amazing waterfalls, to sweeping mountain vistas to alpine lakes. 95% of the visitors to Yosemite National Park visit 5% of its total landmass - this 5% being the valley floor. As a result it is fairly easy to become immersed in Yosemite's … [Read more...]

A Summer Holiday on a Budget

May 28, 2009 by HostelBookersLeave a Comment

Booking a budget holiday can be a challenge during the summer months, when the costs of hotel rates, flights and package holidays soar - and that's before you've even begun to consider the cost of food and sight-seeing when you're out there! Luckily there is a way to cut back with sacrificing your fun in the sun. Choose a beach hostel over an expensive hotel and you'll get much more for your money. Hostels have had a slick makeover in recent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Aquarium, Art, Beach, Bicycle, Culinary travel, Euro, Europe, Food and Wine, History, Mediterranean, Museum, Restaurants, River Rafting, Romantic, Sand, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Spain, Summer Travel, Urban Travel

Alicante: An Introduction

July 23, 2008 by Luke DubuisLeave a Comment

Located in the south-east of Spain, Alicante is the ideal destination for a family holiday in the sun. With golden sandy beaches, a stunning coastline and palm-lined streets, this city on the Costa Blanca is a little slice of paradise. If you are looking for somewhere new to spend your summer holiday, then Alicante could be just the place you’ve been searching for. Read on for our introductory guide to this stunning Spanish city. Where is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Beach, Castle, Culture, Paradise, Resort, Santa Barbara, Spain, Summer Travel, Wildlife

Backpacking Amsterdam’s Music Side

July 3, 2008 by HostelBookersLeave a Comment

The City's Three Alternative Summer Festivals Amsterdam may be known by backpackers for its cannabis-serving cafes and red light district but this notorious city is also home to three world-class music festivals every summer. They aren't all pop tunes and over-priced burgers like many of Europe's offerings - in keeping with Amsterdam's bohemian reputation, the festivals are based on culture, diversity and experiment. With cheap prices … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Amsterdam, Art, Backpacking, Belgium, Britain, Canals, Culture, England, Europe, Festival, London, Music, Photography, Summer Travel

Kodaikanal Vacation, India

February 5, 2006 by Vijay ChidambaramLeave a Comment

Hai! My name is Vijay and I live in Chennai. Chennai, though a very pleasant city in many other ways, gets intolerably hot in summer. This year, Chennai recorded the second highest temperature in two years! We were melting in our clothes. This is why, we shouted with joy when my father told us he was taking to Kodaikanal (a hill station) for a leisurely summer vacation. Our father booked the tickets through the Internet, for our railway … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Chennai, Film, Flowers, Food and Wine, India, Internet, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Music, Resort, Restaurants, River Rafting, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Summer Travel, Taxi, Trekking, Village

Gold Country, CA – Pinecrest Lake

by Dave · Leave a Comment

Pinecrest Lake is located on Highway 108. This road is closed in the winter past the small town of Strawberry, but it is open to Pinecrest and Dodge Ridge Ski resort. The towns of Sugar Pine, Confidence, Mi-Wuk Village, Sierra Village, Long Barn are all south west of Pinecrest Lake on Highway 108. Pinecrest Lake is located at about 5,600 feet. It is a beautiful small clear blue lake surrounded by forested mountains. There is a marina and a FREE … [Read more...]

Gold Country, CA – Twain Harte

by Dave · Leave a Comment

Twain Harte is located about 20 or so minutes east of Sonora two miles off of Highway 108. This is a nice place to stop for either lunch or a relaxing break on your way to Sonora Pass as there are a surprising number of small restaurants in and around the 'center' of town. In the mood for mini golf? A seasonable miniature golf course is located near the center of town. Very family friendly. The feel here is different then some of the … [Read more...]

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