June 21, 2012 in Entertainment, Grandparenting, Great Getaways, Leisure & Activities, Relationships, Travel
Family travel, also referred to as multigenerational travel, is a growing trend not likely to slow any time soon, with more and more people considering the benefits of traveling with extended family. If the idea of taking a trip with your family – children, parents, grandparents or more – appeals to you, here are some ...
June 10, 2012 in Destinations, Great Getaways, Travel
Each year, hundreds of millions of people visit the 397 destinations that comprise the country’s National Park System. Summer is the ideal time to explore many of these parks, as the grandkids are out of school and activities in the parks are in full swing. Here are four national parks that are worth putting on ...
April 29, 2012 in Budgets, Destinations, Great Getaways, Tours, Travel, Trips
From the fragrant lavender fields of Provence to the Gothic spires of Prague’s skyline, Europe is a treasure trove of sensory experiences. A lifetime of travel on the continent would let you see it all, but for those with more limited time, carefully planned Europe tours can do more than just take you to the ...
April 17, 2012 in Entertainment, Family, Friends, Great Getaways, Leisure & Activities, Living, Relationships, Sports, Transportation, Travel, Travel Tips
Flipping through a celebrity magazine, it’s easy to spot stars on exotic getaways, enjoying the water aboard a megayacht. But, boating isn’t just for the rich and famous – you don’t have to be a millionaire to get out on the water. In fact, the National Marine Manufacturers Association reports 83 percent of American boat ...
March 28, 2012 in Entertainment, Great Getaways, Leisure & Activities, Travel, Trips
The classic American road trip is no longer just for cashless college kids; men of all ages are taking to the road for a unique vacation where driving is just as much a part of the trip as the destination itself. If you work hard every day, maybe it’s time to exchange that button-up for ...
April 27, 2011 in Destinations, Great Getaways, Travel, Trips
All around the world, there are millions of vacation destinations. With a large selection of destinations, attractions, and activities, you may be wondering how you could ever narrow your choice down to just one place. The first step in deciding on a destination is by determining which activities you would like to participate in while ...
April 27, 2011 in Destinations, Great Getaways, Travel, Trips
Could you use some bodily rejuvenation and spiritual enrichment while enjoying the pleasure of sports and educational sojourn? If you want to enjoy an all-in-one tour, this is the time to visit Kerala, the southern most tip of India. A series of snake boat races are set to begin soon in the area. Snake boat ...
April 15, 2011 in Budgets, Destinations, Great Getaways, Travel, Trips
The sheer magnificence of Port Douglas will leave you completely spell bound. This town, situated in Far North Queensland, is listed as the third best town in all of Australia by Australian Traveler Magazine. It is a calm and serene place with very few inhabitants. In the last census in 2006, its permanent population was ...
April 14, 2011 in Destinations, Great Getaways, Tours, Travel
Beautiful Thai— its sun-baked sandy beaches, its Non Nooch botanical garden, its Buddhist temples which are architectural marvels, the opportunity this lovely land offers to swim, to snorkel, or glass-bottom ride to coral reef, its medical system an dental care—all this and more in five days. On return we bet you will agree that every ...
April 11, 2011 in Destinations, Great Getaways, Travel, Trips
Take a flight to Madurai in Tamil Nadu or to Cochin airport and drive up the Munnar hills in Kerala. You will soon leave your regular world behind and enter a different sphere full of mist, sweet air, murmuring breeze and peace. Located in the hill ranges of Kerala where three mountain streams come together, ...
