Do you dream of vacationing somewhere with gorgeous mountain views? You may need to decide early on in the planning stage what you prefer. A luxurious resort or bed and breakfast lodging may both give you gorgeous mountain views, but the amenities will obviously be different. When looking for places to stay, try to determine…
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Are You Looking Forward to a Weekend Away from Home?
Your daughters have loved their camping time with their cousins for years. What first started as a pop up camper and and a couple of tents has now evolved into a long weekend at camping resorts at local lakes. Their four day weekends of tubing and water skiing have created stories that last through the…
Are You Missing Out on Family Bonding Time? A Camping Trip Sounds Like a Great Idea
Staying outdoors in tents under the stars, cooking by the camp fire or relaxing in cabins or RVs remains a popular activity for outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Americans love to go camping, and every year the number of people who report going on camping trips is increasing. Over 40 million Americans go camping every…
Guide to Finding The Perfect Camp Site
When it comes to camping, your campsite location can make or break the whole experience. A good campsite is safe, comfortable, and allows the camper to experience nature without harming the surrounding environment. If you’re planning a camping vacation, here are a few tips on how to find the best camping grounds. Many campers are…
Three Places Every NYC Tourist Must See
Ah, New York City. For tourists, there’s nothing quite like taking a bite out of the Big Apple for the very first time. But with so many things to do and the amount of special events and sites to see, trying to tour the city can be an extremely daunting task. Luckily, NYC bus tours…
5 Ways to Make Family Camping More Fun
Family camping is a great way to vacation. But after a few years, your great family camping adventures might feel, well, not so adventurous. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to break up the routine and renew your family’s interest (yes, even the teenagers’) in camping. Here are five ideas to…
How to Find the Right Campground Vacation Spot for Your Family
A large majority of Americans are watching their expendable income shrink, which means far less money for extras like family holidays. Camping vacations are a fun and inexpensive option, so more and more families are vacationing at campgrounds every year. In 2013, American families spent a total of 516.6 million days camping. While RV camping…
3 Ways to Have the Best Beach Wedding Ever
If you’re like 15% of the American population tying the knot, you may be interested in having a beach wedding. Beach weddings are a great way to have all of your closest loved ones celebrate your big day while having an excuse to vacation and have fun in the sun. However, planning a destination wedding…
How to Prepare for Camping With Your Dog
Camping is one of America’s favorite summer pastimes. A recent survey found that the average camper makes 5 trips a year, traveling about 190 miles from home, typically. In 2011 alone, 42.5 million people went camping, for a whopping total of 534 million camping days! The most popular form of camping was reported to be…
How to Rent a Vacation Home Without Breaking the Bank
It’s good to get away. Vacations allow us to rest our minds and bodies for a while, reducing any stress and tension that might result from our hectic lives. Whatever the destination, people tend to look for good hotels to stay in during their visit. But staying in a hotel isn’t the only option available…