Top Ten U.S. Destinations for 2009
Posted October 26, 2008 , add a commentTravelCast Top Ten U.S. Destinations for 2009 by TripAdvisor
1. St. George, Utah
2. Englewood, Florida
3. Keauhou, Hawaii
4. Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania
5. Haines, Alaska
6. Bainbridge Island, Washington
7. New Buffalo, Michigan
8. Pahoa, Hawaii
9. Gurnee, Illinois
10. Ruskin, Florida
Fave Five Hawaii Honeymoon Resorts
Posted October 8, 2008 , add a commentMy husband and I have gone on just one honeymoon and it wasn’t even in Hawaii. But if we were to do it again, I’d put my money on any of these romantic retreats in the islands.
Alii Suite, Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay
If it was good enough for honeymooners Bill and Melinda Gates, it’s good enough for me. The tiny island of Lanai calls out to couples looking for privacy and intimacy, and the three-bedroom 5,228-square-foot oceanfront Alii Suite ices the cake with such trimmings as a deep soaking tub opening up to the master bedroom and offering views of the Pacific Ocean. It’s hard to beat the signature Four Seasons bed with its down duvet, the ultimate in comfort. Designers spared no expense here, combining rich velvet and silk fabrics, jewel and gold hues and carved mahogany furnishings. For a change of scene, couples can spend time in the suite’s 1,162-square-foot alfresco area with daybeds, a dining set and lounge chairs.
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The Magic Of Phuket, Thailand
Posted August 27, 2008 , add a commentWhen I first arrived in Thailand, I did not expect to fall in love. In fact, just the opposite was true. Driving into Bangkok for a three-day stopover on the way to Phuket Island, my first impression was one of shabby buildings, unsophisticated advertising billboards, and suffocating smog. In the superficial glance I was able to give it, (and through the lens of my Western cultural viewpoint), Bangkok looked like a tawdry imitation of what I had left behind.
Now, after just two weeks spent on Phuket Island, I find that Thailand has captured my heart. I am smitten with the grace of the people, the lush, tropical beauty, and the easy-going and peaceful nature of the place. I initially wondered if the friendliness of theThai people was directed only at my tourist dollars. However, I soon met a young Canadian couple who live up north and teach English; they assured me that it is not. Thailand is called “The Land of Smiles” for very good reason.
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9 Money Saving Travel Tips
Posted November 30, 1999 , add a commentThe fluctuations in the economy may change a lot of things, but one thing that remains the same is the desire to explore new places and experience new cultures. It’s just that now, when travelers set off on anything from an African safari to a weekend getaway, they’re a bit more conscious about their spending. Travelandleisure.com has come up with a can’t-miss list of tips to save money — both while planning and taking your trip. Continue reading '9 Money Saving Travel Tips'