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		<title>Adventures Unlimited Florida</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:59:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Canoe, Tube, Kayak, Ropes Course &#8230;
Discover the FUN of outdoor adventure! Adventures Unlimited offers  Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, and Camping  along Coldwater Creek past secluded, sugar white sandbars, through Blackwater River State Forest of Northwest Florida .  Zip on the canopy tour, on Zip Adventures at Adventures Unlimited&#8217;s Coldwater Creek Headquarters near Milton, Florida. Rent a [...]]]></description>
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<p>Discover the FUN of outdoor adventure! Adventures Unlimited offers  Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, and Camping  along Coldwater Creek past secluded, sugar white sandbars, through Blackwater River State Forest of Northwest Florida .  Zip on the canopy tour, on Zip Adventures at Adventures Unlimited&#8217;s Coldwater Creek Headquarters near Milton, Florida. Rent a cabin or cottage, spend a weekend in the Adventures Unlimited campground.  Adventures Unlimited is a short drive from Mobile, Pensacola, Montgomery, Fort Walton Beach and Panama City. Did you know that northwest Florida is your nation&#8217;s premiere canoe destination? Canoe Florida today!   Become an Adventures Unlimited facebook fan and get regular updates on what&#8217;s happening at Adventures Unlimited!   OPEN YEAR ROUND  CLOSED THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS DAYS.<span id="more-79"></span></p>
<p>At Adventures Unlimited, you have the opportunity to experience canoeing unlike anywhere in the world. The spring fed rivers flow at an average depth of two feet over a soft, sandy bottom through state forest. White sand beaches dot the banks; perfect for swimming, sunning and picnicking. Two hours or three days… canoe, tube, kayak… camp… in tents or cabins… alone, with your family, a friend, or a group of friends. We offer family fun, as well as team adventures for corporations &#8211; challenge ropes course, catered meals, and The School House Inn.</p>
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		<title>Mountain Morning Log Vacation Rentals</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:05:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take a step back in time and vacation in one of our antique or log home vacation rentals. Our log homes, The Homestead and The Barnhouse, were dismantled log by log, beam by beam, moved to their present sites and lovingly restored. Although fitted with modern amenities, one can still sense the grand sweep of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/homestead.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-76" title="homestead" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/homestead.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a>Take a step back in time and vacation in one of our antique or log home vacation rentals. Our log homes, The Homestead and The Barnhouse, were dismantled log by log, beam by beam, moved to their present sites and lovingly restored. Although fitted with modern amenities, one can still sense the grand sweep of history they have witnessed and share the wonder of being part of it. Great places for meditation. Or for that matter, weddings, honeymoons, reunions, retreats or just relaxing, pleasurable escapes.</p>
<p><span id="more-72"></span>Each house has a distinct character, with lovely views of valleys and ridges. Each is fully furnished. There is a private tennis court and swimming pool. With mountains and valleys and two great rivers, the Potomac and the Cacapon, providing a dramatic backdrop, there is so much to do, so much to experience:</p>
<p>Golfing, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, canoeing, tennis and antiquing. Then there are the fabled mineral baths, which have long drawn health and pleasure seekers to their rejuvenating waters. Join us for a delightful holiday in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, the recreational heart of the Eastern Panhandle. Children and pets welcome.<br />
What Our Guests Say:</p>
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<li>Lots of firewood, antique furniture&#8230;Nice view. What more could I ask for? M.D.</li>
<li>Warm and cozy.. Like a good hug from a special friend. K.D.</li>
<li>A playhouse from my own childhood memories. Very lovely. B.K.</li>
<li>Again, a marvelous, relaxing vacation. J.L.</li>
<li>We felt the love that went into building this house. B.D.</li>
<li>Your creativity and thoughtful hospitality are mirrored in this warm haven. R.G.</li>
<li>Almost ten years since I first signed this book and the magic still remains. D.Z.</li>
<li>Has all the charm of yesteryear and all the conveniences of today&#8230;Really Great. A.H.</li>
<li>This is the best and most relaxing vacation I&#8217;ve ever had. M.P.</li>
<li>You provide everything we need to have a lot of fun. Thanks&#8230; J.S.</li>
<li>Can&#8217;t believe it has been 10 years since our first entry in this book. We were married here. We will always</li>
<li>herish the special memories. P.K.F.</li>
<li>A most memorable Christmas. Your Homestead is fantastic. We&#8217;ll be back. M.P.</li>
<li>We relaxed &#8211; the serenity is unmatched &#8211; couldn&#8217;t have been better. C.G.</li>
<li>This house has a warm beautiful spirit. It&#8217;s given our family the perfect place to be together. L.P.</li>
<li>&#8230;30 inches of snow didn&#8217;t stop us from having a great time. Winter Wonderland&#8230; R.G.</li>
<li>Lovely house. Lovely lone weekend. This was a wonderful getaway vacation. A.B.</li>
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		<title>Spa Resort Vacations &#8211; Get more than you thought</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 23:59:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you planning a wedding, if so check out the most romantic wedding destination in Corozal Belize called Maruba Resort Jungle Spa.
I cam accros this deciding that it would be fun to not be on a beach or on a Caye. Suddenly Maruba Resort Jungle Spa appeared on a website and instead of thinking towards a Spa [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/maruba.png"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-63" title="maruba jungle resort" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/maruba-300x232.png" alt="" width="300" height="232" /></a>Are you planning a wedding, if so check out the most romantic wedding destination in Corozal Belize called <strong>Maruba Resort Jungle Spa</strong>.</p>
<p>I cam accros this deciding that it would be fun to not be on a beach or on a Caye. Suddenly Maruba Resort Jungle Spa appeared on a website and instead of thinking towards a Spa Resort Vacation, it suddenly seemed the right thing to do, to choose it as a most romantic of romantic wedding destinations.</p>
<p>This was the way a group of friends heard a confirmed bachelor make the most pathetic of pathetic excuses about why he was suddenly picking a romantic wedding destination in the jungles of Belize, and then expecting friends to rush to his support. You would think a man of thirty eight would really have more sense.</p>
<p><span id="more-62"></span>The Maruba Resort Jungle Spa is a lovely romantic vacation destination anyway, and a lovely boutique hotel with 20 rooms in the jungle and well off the beaten track in the north of Belize in an area known as Corozal. Frankly if you are seeking a romantic wedding destination then there isn&#8217;t much doubt that getting married in this particular exotic tropical destination beats a beach wedding every day of the week.</p>
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	</span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqsSiLExJJ8">www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqsSiLExJJ8</a></a> At the Maruba Resort Jungle Spa what you will get, after completing some fairly simple requirements to obtain a Marriage License in Belize, is the following. The wedding will take place under coconut palms and surrounded by beautiful coloured and perfumed tropical flowers. There will be music coming from an unknown place in the jungle, and the bride is escorted to her wedding by two local natives fanning her with palm fronds. Most romantic of all is an evening wedding under the star filled tropical sky to the accompaniment of drums, and lit by jungle torches. There will be tribal dances, exotic drinks, and superb cuisine. Maruba Resort Jungle Spa can give you a totally romantic wedding destination.</p>
<p>At the same time the guests will have the unique opportunity of staying in a place where the new millenium seems to have somehow missed it out. This is a spa resort vacation like no other, and from the moment you arrive you will feel the difference, with incense burning, and a rum punch in your hand you&#8217;ll be given the grand tour. With 20 accommodation units the Maruba Resort Jungle Spa is very much a boutique hotel, and of course ideal as a romantic honeymoon destination, which is why the bride and groom stayed where they were and so did their wedding party to enjoy to the full everything this amazing spa resort vacation has to offer.</p>
<p>It is a day spa as well as a hotel, so there are two pools, one exclusively for guests. You will find an outdoor mineral bath in the jungle part of the grounds. The swimming pool has a waterfall, just so apt for an tropical exotic vacation destination, and just the place to cool off after experiencing outings like the nearby Mayan Ruins, or zip lining the jungle canopy or tubing in caves. Superb picnics with cold boxes will accompany you, and you&#8217;ll quite simply be spoiled. The food will spoil you too, and there is even the chance to try local game. The accommodation is also amazing, but this article will now finish before too many people take a fancy to Maruba Resort Jungle Spa and turn up and maybe spoil this unspoilt place. Romantic wedding destination -- definitely. Romantic Honeymoon Destination -- absolutely. Romantic exotic tropical vacation destination that could be the best in Belize -- very much so.</p>
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		<title>Discover Nashville &#8211; The Eclectic and Electric Charm of this Music City</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:20:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nashville attractions are boundless and offer up a buffet of excitement and intrigue coupled with rich history and a tune to go with everyone&#8217;s beat. Nashville is known as &#8220;Music City&#8221;, but in recent years its reputation has grown to encompass a broad scope of entertainment. It is also the home of sporting events from [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tenn.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-58" title="tennesee vacations" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tenn.png" alt="" width="214" height="282" /></a>Nashville attractions are boundless and offer up a buffet of excitement and intrigue coupled with rich history and a tune to go with everyone&#8217;s beat. Nashville is known as &#8220;Music City&#8221;, but in recent years its reputation has grown to encompass a broad scope of entertainment. It is also the home of sporting events from football, hockey and baseball games, as well as and performances from the symphony, ballet, opera and theater.</p>
<p>Nashville is the capitol of Tennessee and is surrounded by lush, rolling hills and sparkling lakes, which translates into a lot of outdoor fun for visitors. With great Nashville theme parks like Wave Country and Nashville Shores, as well as hiking trails, campsites, boat and Jet Ski rentals, visitors can have a lot of fun while discovering the natural beauty of the area. The outdoor activities alone could take up several days of one&#8217;s vacation.</p>
<p><span id="more-53"></span>Due to its strong cultural and traditional background and over 20 colleges and universities, Nashville has also evolved to become a popular metropolitan area that it is often referred to as the &#8220;Athens of the South&#8221;. It is fitting that the &#8216;Athens of the South&#8217; is home to the world&#8217;s only full-size replica of the ancient Parthenon.</p>
<p>Originally built in 1897, the Parthenon stands proudly as the centerpiece of Centennial Park, Nashville&#8217;s premier urban park. The 42-foot statue Athena is the focus of the Parthenon and is the tallest indoor sculpture in the Western world. The basement galleries also serve as an art museum with permanent and revolving collections.</p>
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<p> Despite its modern, urban feel, many people still visit Nashville just to come face-to-face with their favorite country music stars and tour the city&#8217;s famous publishing companies, record labels and Music Row recording studios. The 1950s-style RCA Studio B is said to have launched more hit records than any other recording studio in the country. If you catch a glimpse of someone on Music Row who looks an awful lot like Alan Jackson or another artist, it probably is. Many country stars have homes in Franklin and nearby Leiper&#8217;s Fork.</p>
<p>Visitors can also take bus tours of famous stars&#8217; homes, catch a show at the Grand Ole Opry, and visit the beautiful Opryland Hotel. This great Nashville attraction boasts nine acres of lush indoor gardens and winding rivers where guests can take a tour on a Delta flatboat or enjoy a million twinkling lights during their Christmas Spectacular.</p>
<p>Located across from the Opryland Hotel is the loading platform for visitors to board and enjoy a cruise on the General Jackson Showboat. Live shows are performed during dinner in the beautiful two-story Victorian Theater located in the center of the boat. With four massive decks to take in the views, the 300- foot paddleboat takes guests down the Cumberland River to historic downtown Nashville.</p>
<p>The downtown area also features other Nashville attractions where visitors can enjoy the simple twang and narrative lyrics of country music. The popular Wildhorse Saloon sits on 2nd Avenue, and lying between 3rd and 4th streets lays Printer&#8217;s Alley, one of the top places to go for Nashville nightlife where visitors can walk through the alley and revel in the deep history it holds.</p>
<p>Another downtown Nashville attraction steeped in history is the world-famous Ryman Auditorium. During the daytime, visitors can tour the &#8220;Mother Church of Country Music&#8221; and stand on the stage to hear stories of when Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and other country legends performed there early in their careers. Memorabilia like stage outfits and guitars also are on display.</p>
<p>The Country Music Hall of Fame is nearby and features numerous exhibits on the history and impact of country music. The museum is the largest popular music museum in the world and features entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. From the early pioneers to the modern chart-toppers, you&#8217;ll find every era of country music well represented throughout.</p>
<p>During a trip downtown, visitors can buff up on history of a different sort and visit a replica of the original Fort Nashborough, which stands at the foot of Broadway. Fort Nashborough was the first permanent European settlement in the area and was built on the banks of the Cumberland River in 1779.</p>
<p>A list of Nashville attractions wouldn&#8217;t be complete without mentioning some of the great museums that are available. The Frist Center for the Visual Arts features some of the nation&#8217;s most cutting-edge masterpieces. Located downtown on Broadway, a visit to The Frist is a convenient and cultural experience where visitors also have the chance to express their creative side and create their own masterpiece in the Martin Artquest Gallery.</p>
<p>The Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art also features American and contemporary art while the Adventure Science Center can be an entertaining way to introduce children to science.  Kids of all ages can learn about technology, the environment, physics, and health as they roam the museum pushing buttons and turning knobs in the interactive exhibits. The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is a zoo and historic plantation that is also a great place to spend the afternoon and learn a little something.</p>
<p>Sports fans can also get their fill during a Nashville vacation with Nashville Sounds baseball, Nashville Predators hockey and Tennessee Titans football. For those looking for some fast-paced fun, the Nashville Superspeedway is located just outside of town in Lebanon. If shopping is your sport of choice, the Opry Mills Mall is filled with dozens of brand name stores, like Saks Fifth Avenue, Old Navy and Bass Pro Shop. You can also take in a meal at The Aquarium Restaurant and watch dozens of sea creatures swim by in the huge 150, 000 gallon aquarium.</p>
<p>As you can see, Music City has a lot to offer its visitors no matter what they&#8217;re into. With more than 40 centralized attractions in the Nashville area, the city offers excitement and fun for every member of the family. Whether you&#8217;d like to sample music, sports, outdoors or history, there&#8217;s a Nashville attraction that is sure to entertain you on your next Tennessee vacation.</p>
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		<title>Destination Weddings and Honeymoons &#8211; St. Barts</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:05:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Vacation-Master</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Destination Weddings are weddings that take place away from where the bride and groom live. They happen in some of the most exotic and wonderful places in the world. These types of non-traditional weddings provide the bride and groom with dreamy settings, while doubling as an opportunity for guests to experience a place they have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/vod-wedding1.jpg"></a><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/barts.jpg"></a><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/barts.png"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-51" title="barts" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/barts.png" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Destination Weddings are weddings that take place away from where the bride and groom live. They happen in some of the most exotic and wonderful places in the world. These types of non-traditional weddings provide the bride and groom with dreamy settings, while doubling as an opportunity for guests to experience a place they have never been before.</p>
<p>Today&#8217;s couples are more educated, sophisticated, and better traveled than couples of past generations. More affluent than past marrying couples, 27% of these Generation Y couples ( children of the baby boomers and twice the numbers ) will pay for their entire wedding, and they want something different for themselves and their guests; they want to be pampered and taken seriously.</p>
<p><span id="more-43"></span>In the year 2006, nine percent of weddings in the United States were destination weddings, which is a 200% increase in the last ten years. Generation Y couples are tired of the &#8220;themed&#8221; weddings that became so prevalent and overused in the past. They want to experience different cultures and real settings rather than a &#8220;staged&#8221; wedding.</p>
<p>&#8220;Although women are still the primary decision makers of the wedding plans, men are more involved today than couples of the generation that preceded them, 83% of today&#8217;s couples are employed full time; they work hard (they are paying a mortgage and own one or two automobiles between them). Equally, they want to play hard; realizing that they are together rarely, they want to plan events that will bring them closer. As well, they want to create deep and meaningful memories for the family and friends. Since most couples are not getting married in the areas where they grew up, their time with family and friends is all the more precious and important to them. If they can do this in a unique or even an exotic setting, all the more enticing,&#8221; Ernst adds.</p>
<p>St Barthelemy, located in the French West Indies, is that exotic setting today&#8217;s bride is looking for. It is the Monte Carlo of the Caribbean, without the traffic jams but with the added advantage of flawless beaches. Shortened to Saint Barth in French and St Barts in English it is an exclusive eight square mile (21 sq km) embodiment of 24-carat French chic. It attracts millionaires on luxury yachts, movie stars and French expatriates fleeing the European winter. It is a Caribbean island where relaxation and Gallic style under a tropical sun have been refined to perfection.</p>
<p>Few islands worldwide, can match the unique blend of style, nature and history that is St. Barts. This tiny island has significant appeal where &#8216;quality&#8217; is most certainly more important than &#8216;quantity&#8217;&#8230; an island far away from the normality of life, making it the perfect wedding destination.</p>
<p>St. Barts is surrounded with turquoise waters, situated near the northern end of the Lesser Antilles group in the French West Indies. At a distance of 200 kms from the island of Guadeloupe and 25 kms from Saint-Martin. It is a mountainous island whose only flat area is occupied by the airport&#8217;s runway. As the climate is rather dry, agriculture has never been developed, thus throughout history few slaves had ever been employed. For the most part, St. Bartians are descendants of Breton and Norman fisher folk. Many are of French and Swedish ancestry, the latter evident in their fair skin, blond hair, and blue eyes.</p>
<p>St. Barts&#8217; beaches are renowned for being some of the most beautiful and pristine in the world. Many are found in small coves, which have been protected from development by strict environmentally friendly zoning. Unlike many of its neighboring Caribbean islands, it has not been overrun with prefab condos and large chain hotels. There are six 4 star hotels all featuring romance packages for the wedding or honeymoon couple. All are of single story design, some as one building and others as separate single bedroom villas. Four are located on the beach (perfect for reading-of-the-vows ceremony) the other two are high on the hills with magnificent views of the island and setting sun. Each hotel has been uniquely designed, blending into the surrounding terrain. Luxury and elegance is felt in each environment.</p>
<p>St. Barts features some of the best cuisine in the Caribbean. The island has over eighty restaurants featuring culinary styles ranging from classic French to Asian to West Indian.</p>
<p>Many of the restaurants attract gourmet chefs trained in France to oversee their kitchens. These chefs can also be reserved to serve guests in the intimate privacy of their own villa for any special event or treasured evening. Villas on the island offer breath taking views and the perfect setting for your reception, especially with your own private French chef.</p>
<p>Nightlife of St. Barts is diverse as well. Visitors looking for late-night pleasures can listen to live jazz at a café or dance the night away at one of the local discos or after hours clubs.</p>
<p>St. Barts is also a duty-free port, rated as one of the premier shopping destinations in the Caribbean. The capital Gustavia is the principal shopping area of the island. There are boutiques and emporiums for the most sophisticated shoppers, featuring luxury brands such as Cartier, Hermes, Dior to name a few. The island hosts numerous health and beauty clinics and fitness centers catering to the island&#8217;s upscale clientele.</p>
<p>It is important to realize that planning a wedding in a foreign country still has the usual concerns and worries of any home based event; there is the additional stress that something could go wrong in a different location. Aside from making travel reservations for the group, a couple needs to consider local legal issues. For instance, marriage in St Barts is not a legal ceremony, rather it is viewed as a spiritual ceremony. For this reason and others, travelers planning to marry in any foreign country should give serious consideration to hiring a local, home based Wedding Consultant for guidance and advice as well as an on-site Wedding Consultant at the particular destination. .The on-site Consultant will insure that the hosts of the event have all the required documentation, that every detail is planned long before arrival and that only the most competent, professional and expert wedding vendors with proper contracts will provide their services . These on-site Consultants can also provide any needed assistance if the couple chooses to bring along some of their own vendors (e.g. the photographer, floral designer, videographer, etc.). They will check that each client and guest is properly retrieved at the airport, that they are provided with the planned-for-accommodations, and that they are well rested from travel before beginning the schedule of any local tours and sightseeing prepared for in advance. Moreover, the on-site consultant can also suggest local customs that will make the wedding truly unique, one that family and friends alike will talk about for a very long time.</p>
<p>&#8220;Premium IV is truly one of the foremost on-site specialists. Located on St Barts they are members of AFWPI (Association for Wedding Professionals International) and JWI (June Wedding, Inc®). The management team of Premium IV is made up of three experts in service: a successful Canadian entrepreneur, an English expert in receptive tourism and a French restaurateur who have provided magnificent service in the best restaurants and hotels in France, the UK, USA, and St Barts. Additionally, the highly qualified and bilingual staff (French and English) have many years of experience in the island way of life.</p>
<p>They will provide the ultimate in V.I.P. services. Premium IV has brought together, under one umbrella, only the best that St Barts has to offer. With over 120 contracted partners providing approximately 450 products and services. There is virtually no request that Premium IV cannot arrange,&#8221; says International Travel Writer, Jesse Nash.</p>
<p>Any special event wedding, honeymoon or other special event that takes place on St. Barts is special and memorable simply due to the Island&#8217;s own enchanted ambiance and unique hospitality. The St. Barts experience is all the more enhanced when it is under the direction of a competent Consultant and Director, at home and on the Island. A Consultant or Director who leaves nothing to chance, who sees to it that not only is the St. Barts experience itself magical, but also one that will be treasured forever in the hearts and memories of the travelers. The staff of Premium IV takes the added steps of communicating with the client and/or their home-based Consultant before arrival on St. Barts so that every detail is discussed and decisions are determined and firmed up in writing. From the moment the client and guests set foot on St. Barts, they enter into a well-scripted, stress-free atmosphere in which they will be completely at ease and confident that all the planning will play out like as closely as possible to their dreams.</p>
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		<title>Love Nascar? Plan a vacation to your favorite race</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:54:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As a first step you must determine your objective. You basically have two choices:

To see a NASCAR race; or
To experience all that NASCAR has to offer which is much more than a &#8220;race&#8221;.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/nascar1.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-38 alignleft" title="NASCAR SOUTHERN 500" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/nascar1-300x212.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="212" /></a>As a first step you must determine your objective. You basically have two choices:</p>
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<li>To see a NASCAR race; or</li>
<li>To experience all that NASCAR has to offer which is much more than a &#8220;race&#8221;.</li>
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<p>If you just want to &#8220;see a race&#8221; then you have a few options. You can book a hotel and race tickets on-line and drive to track; or you can book a NASCAR tour package that includes a hotel room, race tickets and transfers to and from the race track at scheduled times (once per race). There are also bus tours that you can book as well. When you decide to stay in a hotel, no matter what approach you are taking, you have selected the objective of your NASCAR vacation, and that is to see a NASCAR race!</p>
<p><span id="more-28"></span>This is nothing wrong with this approach and you will have a great time at the race. I&#8217;ve done it myself, but staying in a hotel located 45 to 90 minutes from the track is all about seeing a race. When you stay in a hotel, you do the same things you do in every other vacation: complain about the pool temperature being too cold; go out for dinner and drinks and sit in your hotel room watching TV. Add in a race or two, and that is your NASCAR experience.</p>
<p>You also have to deal with fatigue as transportation to and from the race track is very draining, especially after the race when it takes 2 or 3 times longer to get back your hotel. One tour operator was putting their race fans in an Atlanta hotel for the race in Talladega. That&#8217;s a lot of miles to cover, especially if you are taking in both the Sprint Cup and Nationwide races. Ask yourself how much time you want to spend on a bus or in a car and at the hotel? This is another option RV camping.</p>
<p>If you truly want to experience NASCAR racing at its finest you might consider an RV camping package. Many race fans choose camping rather than staying in a &#8220;nearby&#8221; hotel because of the atmosphere created in the campground mingling and partying with 1,000&#8217;s of fellow NASCAR fans. You don&#8217;t get this at a hotel. It also has many advantages primarily related to staying within walk distance of the track, and the number of events. There are also numerous activities at the campground including &#8220;Redneck&#8221; games such as ladder (hillbilly) golf, corn-hole and ring toss.</p>
<p>I know what you are going to say, camping has its downside and you are right. There is a lot of time consuming preparation work prior to the race and at the campsite. Finding the right campsite, renting an RV, RV training, parking and setting up the RV, purchasing camping necessities, running the generator, pumping out the holding tank, cooking and cleaning. The list goes on and on. For a novice camper, this can be very challenging, and this is why many NASCAR fans simply choose the hotel route, but you now have an option &#8212; RV camping tour operators.</p>
<p>One such company is Garner Travel American Express. There goal is to provide you with an &#8220;all-inclusive&#8221; camping and race vacation package that is guaranteed to be the ultimate NASCAR experience!</p>
<p>They pride themselves in the ability to deliver a no-hassle and worry free approach that allows you to fully enjoy your NASCAR vacation.</p>
<p>On-site staff deliver and set-up the RV, connect the water and other hook-ups, start and maintain the generator, stock the refrigerator, put beer on ice for your arrival, prepare your breakfast and dinner and attend to all your ends including daily trips to town. If this is not enough they also host two all you can drink tailgate parties.</p>
<p>They believe that the best way to experience a race is to be at the track, and we deliver by offering you an &#8220;all inclusive&#8221; vacation that puts you at the track for 4 nights and 5 days.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t settle for NASCAR tour packages where you spend more time at your hotel than the track. Let Garner Travel American Express (Redneck Camping Tours) provide you with the ultimate NASCAR experience that combines NASCAR racing with RV camping. Even if you are not a big fan of camping, our luxury motorhomes have all the comforts of home.</p>
<p>Garner Travel&#8217;s redneck camping tour team has a combined experience of more than 15 years in camping at &#8220;redneck&#8221; NASCAR race tracks across the United States, and Garner Travel has been in operation for more than 20 years. This Garner Travel partnership gives you all the advantages of travel agency and the benefits of on-site experienced, knowledgeable and professional staff that know camping and NASCAR. They are some of NASCAR&#8217;s biggest fans!</p>
<p>They will provide you with an &#8220;all-inclusive&#8221; camping and race vacation package that is guaranteed to be the ultimate NASCAR vacation experience, and our goal is to make it a NASCAR vacation package that you&#8217;ll want to repeat!</p>
<p>If you are a diehard race fan or a first-timer, take advantage of this unique opportunity that no race fan should live without. You will have the time of your life!</p>
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		<title>Vacation of a lifetime &#8211; Gone Fishing</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2009 04:13:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are a variety of great fishing vacations ideas, from weekend trips with children, to a nearby lakefront campground, to many of the world&#8217;s most exotic and remote areas, to extended packaged tours. An almost universal euphemism for being on vacation is Gone Fishing.So planning a vacation around fishing seems a natural choice. Fishing is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/marlin6x1.jpg"></a><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/marlin.png"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-26" title="blue marlin fishing" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/marlin.png" alt="" width="250" height="200" /></a>There are a variety of great fishing vacations ideas, from weekend trips with children, to a nearby lakefront campground, to many of the world&#8217;s most exotic and remote areas, to extended packaged tours. An almost universal euphemism for being on vacation is Gone Fishing.So planning a vacation around fishing seems a natural choice. Fishing is perfect for communing with nature, sport, relaxation, and it can also be a free source of food; though fishing vacations can also be quite expensive.</p>
<p>Fishing vacations can be as simple or as challenging as one chooses. You can call a travel agent or a professional fishing guide, or one can plan it themselves and pack fishing gear and sleeping bags into the car and take off.</p>
<p><span id="more-22"></span>Sport fishing trips can be taken at any time of the year, and are a great way for families to share their time together, creating wonderful memories, and enjoying the outdoors together at the same time. The only essential purchase is a fishing license because it is very possible that one can rent almost anything else that may be needed. These items include a boat and crew, a rod and reel, and even a catered lunch. If a fishing vacation is properly planned the novice fisherman can have as much fun as the more serious minded fisherman. Fishing is a sport in which one does not need to be good at in order to enjoy it. As a matter of fact, a beginner can sometimes be more successful at fishing then a seasoned professional. Catch and release techniques can be used for those who are vegetarians. The fisherman gets to experience the thrill of reeling in a fish and the fish gets the worm or other bait, and everyone wins.</p>
<p>Around the world there are hundreds of excellent locations to take and enjoy a fishing vacation. The spring and fall are great if going to Manitoba, Canada for example. This area is known as the Land of Lakes, and they produce many trophy fish. You can catch some of the best Northern Pike here, and they will put up a good fight too. In the United States, The Florida Keys offers a wide range of fishing opportunities. Blue Marlin, King Mackerel, Sailfish, and Tarpin are among the many varieties that can be caught in these beautiful waters.  The Ozark Mountains of Missouri allow you to catch more fish then anywhere else in the United States.</p>
<p>Some tips when planning a fishing vacation no matter where you are going are; do not take all of your equipment with you unless you really want to. You can always find guide services that can provide everything you need. They can also provide any necessary fishing licenses needed. If you plan to fish out of the country make sure you are allowed to export and import the fish.</p>
<p>One of the best ways to find good fishing spots is to ask other fishermen where they like to fish. These small hideouts are sometimes the best fishing locations around.</p>
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		<title>The best of all inclusive holidays &#8211; Sexy, fun and sun</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 09:04:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Luxury inclusive holidays can be a smart choice for a low stress holiday. Whether you choose Spain, Miami, Mexico, or Caribbean, all inclusive holidays make budgeting, meal planning and your entire holiday experience easy to manage! You can do nothing more than pack your swimwear and cocktail attire for yummy sex on the beach over [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/sex_on_the_beach2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-15" title="sex_on_the_beach_drink" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/sex_on_the_beach2-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Luxury inclusive holidays can be a smart choice for a low stress holiday. Whether you choose Spain, Miami, Mexico, or Caribbean, all inclusive holidays make budgeting, meal planning and your entire holiday experience easy to manage! You can do nothing more than pack your swimwear and cocktail attire for yummy sex on the beach over ice and be on your way to a holiday you will remember for a lifetime. All inclusive holidays suit all sorts of travellers. Couples looking for a romantic get away will find all inclusive packages in Florida and elsewhere designed just for them. Families will also enjoy all inclusive holidays, whether to Egypt or elsewhere. An all inclusive holiday to Dubai or other destinations can also be a great choice for older travellers, who may not wish to worry about finding meals or arranging transportation on their holiday adventures. You may be surprised to find that all inclusive holidays can be arranged to many areas, both in Europe and worldwide.</p>
<p>What do all inclusive holidays include? Typically, an all inclusive holiday includes your airfare and transportation, your lodging, your meals, and your entertainment. In some cases, even drinks are included and you will need nothing more than a bit of spending money. <span id="more-14"></span>You should carefully research any all inclusive holidays you might consider to be certain that you know what is included in the all inclusive holiday package. Many resorts offer all inclusive holidays, as do some tour operators holidays and travel providers. Cruises are often all inclusive as well, although you will likely have to arrange your own transit to the port of call.  Some all inclusive holidays are designed for families, others for couples or older individuals. Choosing an all inclusive holiday that suits your needs can be a great way to stretch your holiday budget and make certain that you know exactly how much you will be spending.</p>
<p>All inclusive holidays can be luxurious or more economical. They can be quite short, offering a few day getaway or two or three weeks long to allow for a longer and more relaxing holiday.  If you are looking for an inexpensive holiday on the beach, an all inclusive option may be right for you, but it can also be ideal for a luxurious and private couple&#8217;s retreat. All inclusive holidays are becoming more popular each year so there are more and more choices available. Cruises, resorts, historical tours, and even amusement park holidays are all available as all inclusive holidays in today&#8217;s competitive travel market. Search online or talk to your local travel specialist for more ideas about all inclusive questions.</p>
<p>For families, all inclusive holidays can be an ideal way to travel. Taking a holiday with children can be stressful, but choosing an all inclusive holiday can allow you not to worry about where you will eat, what you will do with your time, and how to keep the children busy. Many all inclusive holidays are designed for families travelling together, and may offer babysitting services, special children&#8217;s activities and more.</p>
<p>All inclusive holidays to Florida and other US destinations are a popular choice. You can even arrange all inclusive holidays to popular amusement parks and other destinations. This trip of a lifetime can be costly, but using all inclusive holiday planning services can help to keep your costs under control whether relaxing on the beach, exploring the Florida Keys, or visiting a large attraction.  You will also find all inclusive holidays to a variety of Caribbean islands, if you are looking for a relaxing holiday on that side of the world.</p>
<p>All inclusive beach holidays are available to both Dubai and Egypt. You will find a wide array of activities on these all fully inclusive holidays, including beach activities. Meal choices can include a variety of excellent restaurants at your resort. Some may offer or include spa services, child care or other great benefits of choosing all inclusive holidays. Spain is a popular and affordable choice for all inclusive holidays as well, with discount airlines making this a particularly inexpensive holiday option.</p>
<p>All inclusive holidays are becoming a more popular option for travellers of all ages. All inclusive holiday packages make budgeting easier, help you keep costs under control, and can reduce the stress of travel. Whether you are looking for a weekend holiday on a budget or a luxurious several weeks away, all inclusive holidays are a relaxing choice for nearly every traveller. You will be pleasantly surprised by the wide array of food and activities offered on all inclusive holidays. Many even allow a choice of restaurants at your hotel or resort, and some include drinks. Choose an all inclusive holiday that suits your particular needs, whether you are looking for privacy and romance or a fun family holiday. Book your all inclusive holiday today, whether as a winter getaway to somewhere warm and sunny or a longer summer holiday with the children.</p>
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		<title>Why you want to book a Hawaiian Beach Rental</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you interested in vacationing in Hawaii? If you are, you will want to take the time to examine Hawaii beach accommodations. Hawaii beach accommodations come highly rated and recommended. Even with hearing that vacationing along the beach is recommended, you may be looking for more proof. For your convenience, six reasons why you should [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/beach1.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-19" title="Hawaiian_beach_rentals" src="http://vacations-by-city.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/beach1-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Are you interested in vacationing in Hawaii? If you are, you will want to take the time to examine Hawaii beach accommodations. Hawaii beach accommodations come highly rated and recommended. Even with hearing that vacationing along the beach is recommended, you may be looking for more proof. For your convenience, six reasons why you should you should give beach arrangements a close look for your next Hawaii trip are outlined below.</p>
<p><strong>Options Abound In Hawaii for Beach Rentals<br />
</strong><br />
Your options are, perhaps, the greatest reason you should stay along the beach. Did you know that Hawaii beach accommodations come in a number of different formats? They do. For example, you can book at stay at a beachfront vacation resort, a Hawaii beach front cottage, a beachfront vacation home, a beach front vacation villa, a beachfront condo rental, and a beachfront apartment rental. This means no matter what your needs, in terms of vacation rental type and size, you should be able to find accommodations along the beach that are perfect for you!<br />
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<strong>The Ocean View Just Can&#8217;t Be Beat</strong></p>
<p>As you likely already know, Hawaii beach rentals provide you with a front row seat of the ocean. This view is absolutely breathtaking. In fact, it is an experience that you will likely never forget. Many tourists come to Hawaii just for the beautiful beaches. If you are one of those vacationers, how would you feel waking up to that beauty each and everyday? As previously stated, it is an experience that you will likely never forget.</p>
<p><strong>Affordable Rates For What You Receive</strong></p>
<p>You will find that Hawaii beach front rentals are more than affordable for what you receive. This is just another one of the many reasons why you should give Hawaii beach rentals a close look. Yes, you will find some Hawaii beach front rentals, like a Hawaii beach house, that is out of your price range, but with a little bit of research, you should be able to find affordable accommodations.</p>
<p>In keeping with the cost of Hawaii beach accommodations, it is also important to remember what you are receiving. Many say that the cost of a Hawaii beach home or another beach front rental is more than worth it. This is particularly true for those who are visiting Hawaii for the first time.</p>
<p><strong>A Great Experience for Everyone</strong></p>
<p>Beach accommodations make for a great experience for everyone. Hawaii beach front rentals are perfect for romantic getaways. The beach and the view helps to create a romantic environment, which is perfect for traditional romantic getaways and honeymoons. With that in mind, it is also important to mention that Hawaii beach rentals and beach homes, are perfect for family vacations as well. You can give your child or children the experience of a lifetime. If they are never able to visit Hawaii again, you can know that you gave them that chance and not just any chance, a front row seat!</p>
<p><strong>Conveniently Located to the Beach<br />
</strong><br />
Interested in spending your Hawaii vacation enjoying beach related activities, like swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, fishing, or surfing, you may enjoy the convenience of Hawaii beach accommodations. These accommodations get you right next to the ocean and many of the activities it holds. When you rent a beach front home in Hawaii or another beachfront rental, you may find yourself traveling less to your destination. This can give you more time to enjoy yourself and the activities that you love.</p>
<p><strong>Great Photo Opportunities</strong></p>
<p>When on your next vacation in Hawaii, there is a good chance that you will bring a camera or even a camcorder with you. After all, you may want to have long lasting memories of your dream vacation. That is another one of the many reasons you should at least examine booking a stay at a beachfront rental. Hawaii and its beaches are picture perfect. These pictures are not only ones that you can use for yourself and your own personal pleasure, but they are pictures that can be shown off, with great pride, to your friends and family, for years to come.</p>
<p>The above mentioned reasons are just a few of the many reasons why you should at least consider staying along the beach for your next Hawaii vacation. As a reminder, Hawaii beach accommodations come in a number of different formats, including Hawaii beach front homes. Also, Hawaii is filled with beach rentals; therefore, no matter which Hawaiian Island you choose to visit, you should be able to find a rental that is perfect for your vacation needs.</p>
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		<title>Choosing The Right Vacation Rental Site to Book From</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the vacation rentals market today, you want to be picky about the site you rent through and why.   There are too many sites out there that will take your information &#8211; yes, your financial info too &#8211; and use it to their advantage, not just to help you and your family rent a nice [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the vacation rentals market today, you want to be picky about the site you rent through and why.   There are too many sites out there that will take your information &#8211; yes, your financial info too &#8211; and use it to their advantage, not just to help you and your family rent a nice vacation home.   And, with more and more people booking vacation rentals instead of hotel rooms, it can sometimes be hard to find that perfect vacation home rental when you really want one.   So how do you pick a website that will allow you the best choices, keep your information safe, and really hook you up with the vacation rentals of your dreams?   Well, you simply need to know where to look first.</p>
<p>Believe it or not, there are literally thousands of different vacation home rentals sites out there.  Some are much better than others, such as Vacation Rentals by Owner (or VRBO) and ReserveMy Home.  These sites offer you thousands of wonderful vacation rentals at your fingertips without the worry of them using your information and selling it.  They have been accredited by several different top travel sources all around the web to ensure that your privacy is the top priority and that what you book is what you get.</p>
<p><span id="more-8"></span>When you start looking at a site that you can rent vacation homes from, you want to immediately check to see if they have red flags that pop up.  These can be things like bad reviews on other sites, odd looking or broken English on their site, or links that always pass you off to &#8220;unverified&#8221; sites.  These warning signs should mean that you pass on this site and head to another asap before you do any damage to your computer.</p>
<p>When you find a site that doesn&#8217;t fly the red flag of death at you, you want to make sure that they are really offering you what they say they are.  They should have different guarantees that help ensure your money and information are safe, that they verify their rentals, and that they truly are there to help you find the perfect vacation rentals &#8211; instead of just taking your vacation cash.</p>
<p>You will easily see the differences in the sites that aren&#8217;t that great to work with, and those that are.  The ones that are good vacation rental sites will offer you thousands of different vacation home rentals all over the US and areas of the world, they will offer to provide specialized information on that area of the US or globe to help you in planning your travel, and they will go out of their way to ensure that you only get the very best in quality service when you book through them.</p>
<p>So before you sit down with your credit card and book any vacation home rental, make sure that you know the site you&#8217;re going to use and know that they are a good site to use by researching them online and getting a good overview of what they can offer you in the area where you want to vacation.  Don&#8217;t get caught when it&#8217;s too late with a vacation home rental that is less than what it was touted to be.</p>
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