Grants Pass, Oregon

by rlaurendeau on March 10, 2010

Have you ever been to Oregon? If not, you need to put Grants Pass, Oregon on your bucket list of places to visit in the United States, especially if you enjoy outdoor adventure. Grants Pass is a mecca in the Pacific Northwest for people who enjoy fly fishing, whitewater rafting, hiking through the forest, and other outdoor recreational opportunities. Additionally, Grants Pass is a thriving arts and entertainment community, offering you a really diverse range of activities.

If you want to take advantage of the well-known Rogue River that flows near Grants Pass, then you can find several ways to do it. The Rogue River offers visitors a wild river ride on a whitewater rafting trip. Or, you may decide to experience the Northwest’s top river trip, the Hellgate Jetboat Excursion. This river ride propels you through [read more…]

{ 0 comments }

Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

by rlaurendeau on March 10, 2010

Where can you find volcanoes, serene mountain lakes, glaciers, wildlife, waterfalls, and more—all in one place? The answer is Lake Clark National Park & Preserve. Lake Clark is one of the major national parks you can visit in AK and is just a short one- or two-hour plane ride from the Anchorage area. You can easily fly from your hometown airport into Anchorage, hop on an AK air taxi or charter, and spend a day, two, or more exploring Lake Clark’s many natural wonders.

Note that while you may have an added expense for an air ride to the park, Lake Clark does not charge an admission fee or camping fee to use their grounds. While Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is open to the public year-round, most people pay their visit during the summer months (June through September) for optimal weather. Note that typical summer weather in this region averages between [read more…]

{ 1 comment }

Florida’s Butterfly World

by rlaurendeau on March 6, 2010

Opened in 1988 as the first butterfly house in America, Butterfly World has become a favorite tourist attraction in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area and the largest butterfly park across the globe. Butterfly World allows visitors to walk freely among thousands of beautiful butterflies as they flutter about in a tropical natural environment. The experience is really quite awe-inspiring, educational, and a great Fort Lauderdale-area attraction for singles, adults, and families alike.

Located in Coconut Creek, Florida (only about 10 to 20 minutes from Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach), Butterfly World is unlike any other wildlife-viewing attraction or aviary across the United States. Whether or not you love nature’s creatures or the great outdoors, you will find Butterfly World to be a unique and memorable experience—a one-stop-shop for [read more…]

{ 0 comments }

Hiking in Alaska

by rlaurendeau on March 5, 2010

Many hiking enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and visitors to Alaska cannot get over the unmatchable scenery around every corner of this state. From Mt. McKinley to the ice-covered glaciers, some say Alaska has some of the best sights in the entire United States! And what better way to enjoy the great outdoors in Alaska than to get out into it on a hiking expedition?

From easy to moderate nature trails to backpacking in the wilderness, Alaska has hiking opportunities for everyone of all skill levels. So even if you aren’t Mr. Joe  or Miss Jane Hiker, you can still get out and enjoy the Alaskan landscape. No matter where you go in Alaska, we do recommend that you [read more…]

{ 0 comments }

NJ Wine Country

by rlaurendeau on March 4, 2010

While it may not be Italy, New Jersey is actually home to over 35 wineries or vineyards. So if you’re looking for a great day-trip idea or want to take a week to tour the NJ Wine Country, then this post is for you. Note that this vacation idea is probably best for an adults-only trip, so if you’re looking for family-friendly activities you may want to check out some of our other New Jersey posts.

From tasting tours to winery-sponsored festivals, there’s a lot to see and do at many of the Garden State’s wineries and vineyards. You can take part in the grape crushing, enjoy live concerts, learn how wine is made, take home a bottle of your favorite, and much more. Before you head off on your wine country excursion, you will want to be sure to check out the [read more…]

{ 0 comments }

See Disney for Free

March 3, 2010

One of the mainstay vacation destinations in Florida is Disney World in Orlando, especially if you have kids. However, we know that getting into this Disney theme park is not always affordable, which is why we are super excited to tell you about a really great Disney deal.
If you plan to be in the Fort [...]

Read the full article →

Skydiving at the New Jersey Shore

March 3, 2010

Are you looking for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience on your next vacation to the New Jersey shore? What better way to make a unique getaway memory than to skydive at the New Jersey shore? This activity is definitely a good option for people who enjoy intense rides, action, and don’t mind the feeling of falling.
Depending [...]

Read the full article →

Tubing Down the Delaware River

February 27, 2010

If you are looking for a great summertime activity in the New Jersey or New York area, why not head to Central New Jersey for some Delaware River fun? On the Delaware River, you can spend the entire day tubing, kayaking, rafting, and even swimming. Tubing is a relaxing way to spend a summer day [...]

Read the full article →

Cliffs of the Neuse State Park

February 26, 2010

Thousands of years of erosion have carefully carved cliffs along the Neuse River that have become a North Carolina attraction for many years. During the early 20th century, people visited the Neuse River to see the cliffs by riverboat. You can see these beautiful geological features and much more at NC’s Cliffs of the Neuse [...]

Read the full article →

Nine-Day Alaskan RV Tour

February 25, 2010

What better way to see the rugged and majestic state of Alaska than by touring the state in a comfortable motorhome? In previous posts about Alaska, we have included some RV tour guidance, giving you some destination ideas and itineraries for various timelines or agendas (such as a 14-day tour or fishing tour). In this [...]

Read the full article →