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Looking for a unique wedding destination? How about Mystic Connecticut?

The pairing of land and sea makes the coastal city of Mystic Connecticut the perfect location for a romantic wedding. So perfect that Hollywood royalty, Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, escaped to this resort community to celebrate their honeymoon.

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You’d swear you were in a lavish Hong Kong resort – stunning lake and fountain views, fine French wines, sparkling chandeliers, fresh flowers…but you’re actually inside the famed Las Vegas Bellagio hotel.

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The Shangri La is a stunning collection of Islamic art, housed in the house built by Doris Duke in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1937.

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Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a Midwestern vacation destination which often gets overlooked. With low-cost accommodations, interesting attractions and a number of annual events worth checking out, it’s a city that you might want to put on your travel radar. Although you might think that you’ve never thought about Madison before, it’s a city that’s home to a number of brand names that you already know. Oscar Mayer, Famous Footwear, and Pizza Pit all got started in Madison. You can take a trip to some of these spots to get some inside information on the industry and to see the kind of attractions that offer low-cost entertainment. (more…)

Kennebunkport! The name in itself is a tongue twister, try arranging travel to this quaint little port town, which is a few miles south of Maine’s largest and probably it’s most popular city Portland.

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Disneyland is not the only theme park in Southern California. Knott’s Berry Farm, located about ten minutes away in Buena Park, calls itself America’s first theme park. Founded in the 1920s as a roadside berry stand, the operation has evolved into a 20-acre park with more than 165 rides, shows, attractions, restaurants, and shops — in six themed areas.

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Located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, The Gateway is a multi-use entertainment and shopping complex that combines the historic with the modern. Included are dozens of shops, restaurants, a residential tower, a 12-theater cinema complex, an IMAX theater, the Clark Planetarium, and the former Union Pacific Train Depot, which now may be rented for weddings, parties, and other private functions.

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Madison, Wisconsin conjures up different images for different people. Those who remember the Vietnam War will think of the town as a hippie Mecca with anti war protests and at least one fatal bombing. Current college students routinely mark their calendars and try to make the trek to the annual Halloween Bash on State Street. Sports fans are well aware of the Badger’s ability to dominate in more than one discipline. And outdoor enthusiasts are well versed in the many lakes, parks and nature areas that thrive in this eco-friendly community. Unbelievably, all of these views of Madison, Wisconsin are accurate.

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By the sounds of things, it sounds like Rocky Mountain air is good for you. The citizens of Denver, Colorado have set the model standard for city living, as only 20% of adult population is overweight. That speaks volumes about a quality standard of living that Denver offers to both its residents as well as those who come here on vacation. With the beautiful backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, people tend to think that there isn’t much going on for city life besides the Great Outdoors. LoDo, aka the Lower Downtown Historic District, proves this notion wrong, as it’s the hippest and most exciting part of town. It’s hard to believe that this 23+ square block area is home to the Colorado Rockies, the Opera Colorado, the Museum of Contemporary Art to name just a few of the attractions. With more than 300 days of sunshine every year, it’s easy to see why people want to spend so much time outdoors. There is an abundance of bike paths in addition to park-lined paths running parallel to the banks of the South Platte River. A day trip out of the city leads you to the spectacular Rocky Mountains where limitless outdoor adventures beckon you. There are hundreds of miles of hiking possibilities or test your teamwork skills with a whitewater rafting excursion. Denver, CO is the perfect city to visit if you feel that you are in a fitness rut and looking for some inspiration. Of course, you may end up liking it so much that you consider the ultimate lifestyle change and relocate here!

Honolulu is America’s paradise. Blessed with a temperate climate, miles of beach, and a carefree island lifestyle, the city is a favorite of honeymooners, families, and anyone looking for a island flair with American customs. The city is also a vibrant business center and home to a plethora of shopping and restaurants. Among the best of the things to see and do in Honolulu are:

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Whatever your interests, there’s probably something to amuse you in a diverse town like Salt Lake City. Here are just a few of the key attractions the capital of Utah has to offer:

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The kick-off event at the US Open each year is Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day.

Arthur Ashe was the first African American man to win a Grand Slam championship and be ranked #1 tennis player in the world. Off the court, he was active in many social causes and co-founded the National Junior Tennis Leaugue, which benefits from some of the proceeds of Arthur Ashe Kids Day. Ashe died of complications from AIDS on February 6, 1993. (more…)

Marine animal lovers can make a perfect family trip to Virginia Beach pretty much all-year round: whether you want to see the whales in winter or the dolphins in summer, there’s always something to do, and the Virginia Aquarium is open all year round.

In winter, you can head to Virginia Beach to see the humpback and fin whales. From just before Christmas until the end of March, whale watching boat tours make a great half-day adventure excursion from Virginia Beach. Most whale watching cruises go for between two and three hours and prices can be around $20-$25. If luck’s with you, you’ll be able to see both the enormous fin whales (they’re the second largest kind after blue whales, and can be up to 80 feet long) and slightly smaller humpback whales (their length could be up to 50 feet).

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I was “stranded” in Anchorage, Alaska a few years back. I was put on a news story in the area, and had my flight delayed by 3 days. To beat my frustration, and the fact that I was there alone, I thought I’d do some sightseeing. What I didn’t expect was to have the greatest and most fulfilling mini vacation of my life.
What did I love about Anchorage, Alaska?

Anchorage is steeped in the history of nature, fisherman and our Native Indian forbearers, and the Anchorage Museum of History and Art explored every aspect of Anchorage’s rich history, and the legacy of Russian influence on My absolute favorite sight in Anchorage was completely breathtaking – and completely free! It was the winter wonder of the borealis lighting up the Alaskan sky. You’d swear you were looking at heaven.

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