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Six Water-Based Activities For Your Next Seaside Vacation

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So, you’ve decided on spending spring break or summer vacation at the beach. Whether you’re staying at a luxury beach resort such as Sands Resorts or summer cottage, there’s no reason to limit yourself to lying around in the sun or pampering yourself at the spa. If you love the water, there are several ways to get involved in water activities, for sport or leisure. Everything from kayak tours to whale watching and dolphin excursions can be scheduled into your agenda, if you’re up for the adventure. Read More»

Tips For Renting A Car

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Traveling is great, and it’s even better when you travel to far-off destinations. If you’re like most people, however, you’re not going to drive your own car to these destinations. You’re probably going to fly or take a train or a bus. Those options are fun and a journey in and of themselves, but they do leave you with one big problem: once you arrive at your destination, you’re stuck without a way of getting around. Read More»

10 Unique Hotel Amenities To Make Your Stay Terrific

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The hotel industry is trying to adjust to changes in what travelers want and expect out of a hotel.The Los Angeles Times reported that hotels are losing revenue because of the lack of phone calls being made from guest rooms and people not buying movies and other entertainment. To attract more guests, and their money, some hotels are offering unique an creative amenities. Here are ten.  Personalized Packages Hotels are thinking out of the box and offering specific packages to bring guests a better experience. Read More»

Considerations For Traveling To Florida With Your Dog

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With the temperatures falling rapidly in other areas of the country, many vacationers are looking at the Southern states as great destinations for weekend or week-long getaways. Between its theme parks, white sandy beaches and tropical climate, Florida is a favorite when it comes to wintertime vacation destinations. If you’re traveling with Fido in tow, you’ll need to think ahead a bit in order to make it a stress-free and safe trip for your furry friend. Read More»

4 Experiences That You Can Only Have At A Luxury Hotel

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If you’re considering staying at a luxury hotel for the first time, you may be a little shocked when you get a look at the hotel’s daily and weekly rates. But you get what you pay for, and luxury hotels are offering a lot more than just a room, a bed, and a continental breakfast. Staying at a 5-star hotel or resort is an experience that everyone should have at least once, and doing so can be a vacation adventure all on its own. Read More»