08th March 2007
The Ionian Islands hold a special place not just in the realm of dreamy literary landscapes and enthralling myth, but in the category of attractive vacation destinations as well. These gifted Greek islands are popular for good reason, as they are lush, pa...
08th March 2007
Even if there’s no history between you and one of Europe’s most engrossing countries, you surely know that Greece makes for a culturally rich and tantalizingly beautiful place to spend a vacation. The islands are especially inviting, as they offer the...
07th March 2007
It may feel more natural to plan a domestic vacation on one of those peaceful East Coast beaches or perhaps head to a National Park on the way to see the family, but don’t ignore that little voice inside your head that’s asking for something slightly ...
07th March 2007
Off the coast of mainland Spain exists a trio of magnetic isles known for their breathtaking beauty and fashionable ambiance. The largest of the three, Majorca (also known as Mallorca) is sprinkled with resorts, restaurants and bustling beaches but its po...
06th March 2007
It’s not a hotel room, it’s not a timeshare and it’s definitely not your half-cousin’s spare bedroom (not that those places don’t come in handy sometimes). It’s a vacation rental, and it has been placed on this earth to accommodate the needs o...
06th March 2007
Travelers attracted to the Outer Banks of North Carolina know what they want from a vacation: a laid-back experience where everyone can do their own thing in a setting defined by simple coastal beauty and plentiful outdoor options. This long land of beach...
01st March 2007
As a vacation destination, the Florida Keys have a certain ring to them. This light-hearted stretch of islands takes the natural gifts of Florida’s panhandle and provides their own little twist, making for a fun and slightly wild experience for many a v...
01st March 2007
The Florida Keys are an especially treasured portion of the peninsula that is one big playground for men, women and children of all age and temperament. Everyone can find something pleasant to do here, particularly in Islamorada; this “Village of Island...
01st March 2007
Set a plate of local delicacies (nougat, stuffed olives, chocolates and dates) as well as a carafe of regionally produced wine on the table out on the terrace and watch as the crowd begins to gather. Your traveling companions make their way from the swimm...
01st March 2007
Sometimes traveling a few miles or a couple states away is enough of a removal to achieve relaxation and a sense of escape; sometimes, it’s necessary to pack a bigger bag and put the ocean in between you and your tired old cubicle. When this weary-to-yo...
27th February 2007
“A pathway to the beach” is a simple phrase that takes on a whole new meaning when it belongs to you. Most of us aren’t lucky enough to be in possession of a full-time seaside villa that opens out to a luxurious stretch of white sand and gentle wave...
27th February 2007
Thanks to long ago volcanic activity, the Caribbean Sea is sprinkled with handfuls of now-settled islands that act as magnets to tourists looking for the ultimate getaway experience. There are many choices, few of them regrettable, but if a quiet and natu...
27th February 2007
Let’s be honest, a trip to Prince Edward Island is going to contain lots of cuteness, plenty of charm, and if you’re lucky, a healthy dose of romance. There’s something about choosing to go to an island that ignites the sentimental sense of true esc...
27th February 2007
The smallest Canadian province is hardly the most unremarkable. Prince Edward Island has charm and beauty to spare, and somehow its noteworthy qualities seem all the more precious because they are contained within the perimeter of a very small area. Peace...
22nd February 2007
Canandaigua, Owasco, Skaneateles, Seneca…these exotic-sounding places aren’t islands in the Caribbean or far-flung European destinations. Rather, they’re glittering, shimmering lakes located in Upstate New York, and they draw tourists to their shore...
