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Beach bars & bike paths: What to do this fall in the O.C.

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

A shore thing: The laidback charm of artist enclave Laguna Beach. Credit: Lavender Dreamer.

By Stephanie Toller Negrete

Seaside mansions. Tan, buff bodies. Convertibles and high-end boutiques. Sure, they’re all part of the California dream, but only part of the reality. In the O.C., embrace a more laidback lifestyle, especially in the fall when the summer crowds are gone and the weather is just gorgeous. Enticing lodging rates help, too, so that we can all coast to a cheap Orange County hotel during one of the best seasons of the year. (more…)

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Mountains & mining towns: Things to do in Phoenix this fall

Tuesday, October 18th, 2011

Ain't no mountain high enough: Hike Pinnacle Peak Park for views of the valley and desert. Credit: Friends of Pinnacle Peak Park.

By Janet Bazan

Contrary to popular belief, strolling pumpkin patches and apple orchards aren’t the only things to do this fall. Head 2,700 miles west of New England to find one of the most brilliant color parades around: the trails in Phoenix. (more…)

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Stock up on style: Bring your hotel room home

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

Sleep like a dream on the Westin Heavenly Bed? Bring one home.

By Derek Brown

There’s always a sense of anticipation after slipping your key card into your hotel room door. How cozy will that bed be? What stylish furniture awaits? Well here’s a little secret: Some of your favorite hotels — including major chains such as Hilton, Marriott and Kimpton — sell those linens, accent tables, and even mattresses so you can bring the luxury home. In fact, just about anything in the room is up for sale (and brand new, too). (more…)

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5 postcard-perfect hotel pools for lounging and fun

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

Lounge at the Valley Ho in Scottsdale.

By Derek Brown

Sunglasses are required luggage to check into these hotels.  The glistening pool water could be blinding. So pull up a chair, lather on the sunscreen and kick back at these 5 refreshing hotel pools. (more…)

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Ranches and rodeos: Saddle up for a Dallas vacation

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

Stockyard parade at Fort Worth Stockyards, home of the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Credit: Woody H1.

By Derek Brown

You don’t have to don a 10-gallon hat or drawl to appreciate the Big D. Wannabe cowboys and cowgirls can carve out their own piece of Texas via rodeos and Western adventures. So here are 5 ways to experience the ultimate Dallas vacation, and don’t forget to sample the local ‘cue. (more…)

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National Park vacations: Preserving family fun on a budget

Thursday, May 5th, 2011


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By Derek Brown

Breathtaking and awe-inspiring family memories don’t have to break the bank.  America’s National Park System has a great deal: $80 for an annual pass that’s accepted at all 393 parks and is good for one person or a family of four.  It was a deal that I couldn’t pass up when exploring some of the parks in Southern Utah and Northern Arizona.  Combine that with cheap Utah hotels and it was a steal of a trip. (more…)

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Baltimore hotels: Budget vacays near battle monuments

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Quality Inn Downtown is the closest hotel to the Fort McHenry National Monument.

By Vince Font

There are plenty of things to see and do in Baltimore, and about as many places to stay while you’re at it — Baltimore hotels aren’t exactly what anyone would call few and far between — but there are perhaps no sites as historically significant as Battle Monument, a 39-foot marble statue that stands in remembrance of the Battle of Baltimore. If you’re not up on your history, this was one of the deciding battles in the War of 1812 that inspired Francis Scott Key to write a little poem called “The Star-Spangled Banner” which would eventually become the national anthem. (more…)

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Atlantic City Hilton: Budget glam on the Boardwalk

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Gamble and feast in glamour at Atlantic City Hilton, a surprisingly affordable hotel right on the Boardwalk.

By Vince Font

Few people hear the name Hilton and think “cheap,” but the fact is, the Atlantic City Hilton is one of the highest-rated cheap Atlantic City hotels on the boardwalk. By day, the hotel stands like a pristine megalith with a black glass window façade. By night, its well-lit exterior shines like a beacon that wouldn’t look out of place if you were to transplant it to the heart of downtown Las Vegas. All glamorous outward appearances aside, it’s what’s inside the AC Hilton that really sets it apart. (more…)

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Top 5 can’t-miss cruises

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

By Kim Windyka

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you’re still hunting for the perfect present for that special lady in your life — be it your mom, sweetie, sister, or other great gal — what better gift than a relaxing cruise to a fabulous destination (or several fabulous destinations)? There are literally tons of cruise itineraries and vacations to choose from, but here’s a few show stoppers definitely worth a look.

Sulphur springs from St. Lucia's drive-in volcano. Credit: D.G. Brown

Sulphur springs from St. Lucia's drive-in volcano. Credit: D.G. Brown

(1) 6-Night Southern Caribbean: While many Caribbean cruises focus on the Eastern and Western portions, the Southern Caribbean has gorgeous islands with lots of historic charm. On this trip, you’ll stop first in sleepy St. Croix; take a scenic horseback ride or an exciting scuba dive. Then, beach it up in St. John’s, Antigua, before checking out the drive-up volcano (yes, you read that right) on St. Lucia. End your trip by exploring the amazing plant and animal life at the Nature Reserve on St. Kitts.

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Disney hopes to inspire one million volunteer vacations in 2010

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Starting January 1, giving back to your community can help you go on a Disney vacation. Disney Parks recently announced they’re working with Hands On Network to help inspire one million people to volunteer in their communities through the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” promotion.donald-duck

In return for working with one of the non-profit groups selected by Hands On Network, volunteers will receive a free one-day pass to a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort theme park. What better way to get a Disney vacation than by doing a volunteer vacation? Sure, you don’t have to complete your volunteer work during a vacation to earn the free admission pass, but wouldn’t giving up your own free time to help others in need make that vacation feel that much more worth it?

Hands On Network program participants will be revealed on Jan. 1 through DisneyParks.com or DisneyParks.ca (for Canadian residents) and volunteers can choose what non-profit organization they’d like to work with. With more than 70,000 non-profit agencies in the network, finding one that meshes with your interests should be easy. (more…)

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