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Staycation in the North Georgia Mountains

April 20th, 2010 admin

Staycation in the North Georgia Mountains

Calling all you folks around the North Georgia area! Whether you live in Atlanta, Athens, Savannah, or from parts of the area within 150 miles, we have a great staycation waiting for you. But first, what exactly IS a staycation?

Well, a staycation is a vacation spent close to home and is just as relaxing & rejuvenating as a traditional vacation. Families spend quality time together, saving money & helping the local economy! Staycations avoid the hassle of travel, being held to an itinerary, and waiting in lines for planes, luggage, and automobiles. You won’t need a vacation after your vacation with your staycation! Hassle free time off of work with rest and relaxation are the key ingredients.

Creating the feel of a ‘real vacation’ is the essential piece of the staycation puzzle. The best staycations are created like a ‘real’ vacation by planning ahead of time, taking care of the household prior to the trip, and unplugging you & your family. sure to schedule start and end dates just like a ‘real’ vacation. Also further plan the staycation with activities and fun events. Take staycation photos and videos just like you would a ‘real’ vacation. And most importantly, make sure to unplug! Unplug from chores, phones, computers, and work.

So, about this staycation in the North Georgia area- right here are the details you need. First off, The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort is offering a “Staycation 3 Night Special” where you are invited to stay 3 nights for the price of 2 when staycationing Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday OR Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday during the months of August and September 2009. When calling to make your reservation use the code words “3 for 2 Staycation Special” to receive the extra night at no additional cost.

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort is perfect place to take a staycation. The resort offers a vast array of activities included in the price of the rental. The Recreation Center boasts an Olympic sized heated indoor pool, tennis courts, putt putt golf, arcade games, and a work-out gym with updated equipment. The Teen Center and Pool II are two outdoor pools, and the resort features six gorgeous parks where visitors can engage in activities ranging from fishing, camping, picnicking and grilling, horseshoes, and so much more. At the Eagle Mountain General Store, kayaking and tubing are huge attractions. The location also serves up breakfast and lunch and has many seasonal events on its porch. Check The Villas at Coosawattee’s website for more information.

While staying at The Villas at Coosawattee, the surrounding area has so many exciting and different attractions. But before we get to that, maybe the villa is so perfect you don’t want to leave. Well, call in Chef Douglas from Cabin Cuisine to whip you up a delectable brunch, gourmet meal, or dinner. Or perhaps a massage is in store. Contact Mountain Retreat Massage for a cabin call. Lorraine Baumann, L.M.T specializes in various types of massage (light to deep, medical), hot stones, and hot wax paraffin hand & foot therapy.

In regard to the surrounding attractions, several locations can give you a piece of the great outdoors with a dose of the wild. The Kangaroo Conservation Center exhibits hundreds of kangaroos of 9 species, and the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve has over 100 animals onsite with many different species. Amicalola Falls features 729 foot falls, the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. An 8.5 mile approach trail leads from the park to Springer Mountain, the southern end of the 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail with numerous other trails for shorter journeys.

For more of indoor type fun, take a trip on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad through the beautiful Toccoa River area in a vintage climate controlled or open air railcar. Check out the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame, which has free admission and loads of cars on display. The Misty Mountain Train Museum is another place to immerse yourself, which features America’s largest O-gauge train display: 3,400 sq. ft. layout with 14 O-gauge trains traveling on a mile of track over 12 bridges and 4 trestles and through 15 tunnels.

For the adventuresome staycationer, pan for some gold at the Crisson Gold Mine which actually was a pit gold mine that was established in 1847 and worked commercially until the early 1980s. Maybe wine tasting is your adventure. You could spend an entire staycation in wine-tasting at Sharp Mountain Wineries, Corks and Crumbs, Chateau Elan, Three Sisters, Wolf Mountain, Frogtown Cellars, and Crane Creek—to name a few.

Saving money and staying close to home don’t mean not having fun. Discover what the North Georgia Mountains has to offer while taking a staycation. You and your entourage will discover a whole world of adventure and excitement right in your own backyard.

Why Can’t I Just Choose the Cheapest Luggage for My Trip

April 16th, 2010 admin

Why Can’t I Just Choose the Cheapest Luggage for My Trip?

Your choice of luggage can make any vacation or business trip much easier if some forethought is used. Never buy suitcases based purely on price or your favorite color!

Careful consideration should be given to several factors, such as:

1.) How long do you plan to travel?

2.) Do you intend to pack heavy items (like books or sports equipment)?

3.) Are you short in stature?

4.) Do you know the weight/size restrictions of your travel carrier?

5.) Do you intend to transport or purchase any fragile items?

Luggage can be categorized into three main groups: hard-shell, soft-sided, and semi-soft.

No matter which group you choose from, ensure that your bags:

1.) Have lockable zippers and compartments

2.) Are waterproof

3.) Are durable

4.) Are in good repair

Some carriers will refuse to accept your luggage if it looks like it will disintegrate during your trip.

Hard-shell suitcases are ideal if you intend to carry fragile items; but this type of luggage can be very heavy. Be kind to your back and ensure that all of your suitcases have wheels. Try to find luggage with metal-reinforced corners to protect it from damage during baggage handling.

Soft-sided luggage is lightweight – but you won’t get the best protection for fragile souvenir treasures. If you decide on soft-sided baggage, make sure that you cram each suitcase as full as possible to avoid shifting and wrinkling of your clothing.

Semi-soft baggage is constructed with a hard frame (like hard-shell suitcases). Strong fabric is then placed over the frame. The frame provides more protection than soft-sided luggage, with the added advantage of being lighter than hard-shell offerings.

If you are a frequent business traveller, you might want to consider purchasing a good quality suit or garment bag. Try to locate one with multiple pockets and tough zippers. With careful planning, you should be able to pack enough clothing for up to a week.

A single carry-on, rucksack, or duffel bag is great for a weekend getaway. However, since August 10, 2006, airline restrictions will force you to place liquids, gels, and pastes into another checked bag.

Your luggage should appear distinctive. Having the same beige or black baggage as everyone else makes it difficult to locate your belongings on luggage carousels. You can transform basic black into bold and beautiful with decals, fabric paint, colorful tape wrapped around handles, etc. Your imagination is the only limit!

Short passengers should avoid huge suitcases that are difficult to lug around. Smaller suitcases and baggage with retractable wheels and telescoping handles will make life on the road considerably easier. If you can’t find suitable bags with wheels and telescoping handles, purchase a baggage caddy.

Colorful duffel bags are a favorite with most children. If you do an online search for ‘duffel bags kids’ or something similar, you will find thousands of websites.

After you have packed all your bags, try lugging them around the block the same way you will be carrying them through the airport, railway terminal, or bus station. If you can only walk a block or two, your luggage is too heavy. Repack!

Do you plan to do a lot of souvenir shopping? Squeeze in an extra soft-sided bag – or nest two hard shell suitcases, one inside the other. When you return, you will have an additional bag – so be sure that you don’t exceed your carrier’s restrictions. Remember, also, that charter flights may have different restrictions than regular flights.

Paying attention to your individual needs and personality when you choose your luggage will make your travel much more enjoyable.

©Copyright Kathy Steinemann: This article is free to publish only if this copyright notice, the byline, and the author’s note below (with active links) are included.

Cruise Holiday Packages Have The Right Feature To Make A Journey Interesting

April 14th, 2010 admin

Cruise Holiday Packages Have The Right Feature To Make A Journey Interesting

Experience of a tour on ship is always magical. The wide sea with beautiful beaches for basking and the wonderful onboard activities while sailing makes the holiday a moment to cherish for life. The specialty of a cruise holiday is that the cruise itself is an enjoyable place for the passengers. Whether it is a family or a couple, the services are set to make the passengers feel awesome.

The services and the design of a ship vary across shipping companies. And thus every time new cruise is hired, fresh set of memorable events can be gather by the travelers. A recent news clip says that great cruise designs will be introduced in 2010. This will make the variety wider than before and people will be able to enjoy more. The popularity of this kind of holiday package is on an upward spree. Statistics reveal that even during the time of recession, demand for it was steady.

There are several advantages that are associated of a holiday is being spent on a ship.

Security of Baggage

Passengers always get private cabins where they can put their luggage. Since ship is the ultimate stoppage for the passengers there is no need to carry the luggage along when a place is being visited.

Activities

Evening parties are a prime feature that makes the journey interesting. These parties are arranged to entertain the guests and so the host pay special attention to make the program interesting for travelers.

When couples go for honeymoon, cocktails and romantic dinners are specially designed to make their journey romantic.

Sight Seeing

This is a prime attraction as passengers have the added advantage of visiting several new places. This helps the travelers to have diverse activities while they are on a sail. Sometimes informative lectures are provided on these places to make the sight seeing more interesting.

Discounts

Budget is a major factor when anyone is planning for a vacation. Travel companies offer huge discounts on cruise holiday packages. There are different kind of discounts for family and couples. These discounts make the trip more lucrative as it fits into the budget of almost all income groups.

Booking

The reservation is possible online as the travel companies have their official websites. These websites have all the necessary forms that are required to fill up during reservation.

Whenever you are planning to get refreshed then set your vacation on a cruise. A single experience on ship is worth a thousand vacations in hill stations and big cities.

Visit ezeego1.co.in to book your cruise holiday. They offer several discounts and offers. Moreover the amenities offered onboard are many. It is better to book in advance to visit your dream destinations.

African Shark Eco Charters

April 10th, 2010 admin

African Shark Eco Charters

On their first visit to Seal Island, while they were scanning the seals for fresh predations, a seal was attacked less that 10 meters from the boat. Subsequent research and shark viewing trips to the area have proven highly successful and over the last 4 years, they have accumulated an intimate knowledge of the cycle of the ecosystem in False Bay and its key player the great white shark.

All of their trips run in Winter and Summer. The weather in Winter is more likely to be suitable for shark watching. This is due to the shelter that the bay provides and the fact that colder water temperatures keep the sharks concentrated around the food sources at Seal Island. This translates to a significantly better chance of finding large numbers of sharks in one spot.

We will collect you from your residence early and transport you to Simons Town, where you are briefed before going to sea. We set a minimum party size of four people, but may be able to accommodate individuals as part of another party if given notice well in advance. Our one day shark trips are generally arranged fairly informally and we do trips on most clear days throughout the year.

For anyone with a deep interest in sharks (we do also allow shark junkies) they offer 10 day great white shark trips (March – October). On these they can provide accommodation and food and can take in up to 8 people per expedition. Expeditions start on the first day of every Month and run the whole year round. On expeditions their main aim is to tag selected sharks and collect environmental and behavioural data on the sharks, seals and birds and the interactions between them. They encourage all expedition members to help with the data collection, entering and preliminary analysis. Specific data is also collected for each shark, such as length, characteristic features (fin or tail shape) and behaviour.

Their Great White Shark expeditions at sea start at dawn and we reach the island just as the sun is rising, which is the best time to observe predator / prey interactions. Once an appropriate anchoring spot is secured they begin to collect environmental and hopefully shark data. Lunch is available at around 12h00. They may stay till dusk depending on the weather and shark activity. Normally they are back off the water by 14h00. They also attempt to collect above and below water pictures to continue our database of known animals. Slides and talks shows will be given on some nights.

Weather statistics predict that on average 7 out of 10 days meet the minimum conditions for going to sea. However, it is at the discretion on the skipper of the boat to decide if conditions are unsuitable for sea work. As an alternative, time will be spent exploring Cape Town’s many world famous landmarks and the well known Cape wine lands.

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