The Ultimate Vacation (and Weekend) Guide

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Second Life by Torley
NEED MONEY?
TOP OUTDOOR ADVENTURE VACTIONS
TOP BEACH TRIPS
TOP THEME PARKS
OTHER TOP VACATIONS PICKS
WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?
TRAVEL NEWS :: The Ladera Beach Resort
Introduction to The Ultimate Vacation Guide
Other People's Vacation Pics ;-)
Travel Pics: Places to Visit

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TOP OUTDOOR ADVENTURE VACTIONS

Enjoy camping, backpacking canoeing, and multi-sport outdoor activities!

Some of the most popular outdoor activities are:

* ACE Whitewater Rafting and Adventure Center - ACE Adventure Center, a 1,400-acre whitewater rafting resort located in the New River Gorge National River in West Virginia. Offers adventure class rafting, on the New River and world class rafting on the Gauley River, plus the area's best lodging and camping.

* Austin-Lehman - offers over 30 luxury guided adventures, taking you to some of the most beautiful and fascinating places on earth. Most of the tours are multisport adventures that include combinations of hiking, biking, river rafting, kayaking, sailing and horseback riding. The excursions are designed to accommodate people of all ages, fitness and skill levels. You stay at the finest accommodations, including world-class chateaux, charming inns and B&Bs. And when it comes to food, nobody does it better. Whether it's Campagna in Telluride or the Goose Cove Lodge in Maine, Austin-Lehman adventures always include the best in gourmet dining and regional fare.

* Yogi Bear Jellystone Park - Number One for family fun in and around the United States and Canada. Offers RV Park, cabins in the woods, and tent camps to sleep in the great outdoors. Jellystone has first rate accommodations, amenities and activities waiting for you and your family to enjoy a quality camping experience.

* Thomas Ranch Family Fishing Fun - The THOMAS RANCH is a family owned cattle ranch located in the South-Eastern section of Cochise County, Arizona and offers cowboy fun and fishing. You can even adopt a cow!

* Backroads Walking (or Biking) Adventures - Offers the opportunity to see the world from a whole new perspective. Backroads is recognized as the world's leading active travel company providing memorable destinations and activities, distinctive accommodations and cuisine, and outstanding guest relationships and trip leadership since 1979. Multisport vacations worldwide are offered for guests of all abilities, plus trips for families and solo travelers.

TOP BEACH TRIPS

Fun in the Sun, Sand and Surf

* Puerto Rico (pictured above) - Beaches are one of the most important natural resources in Puerto Rico. They serve as protection against the ocean for the fertile inland lowlands, and provide incredible opportunity for recreation and tourist activities.

* Jamaica - Jamaica is known for relaxation, sunshine and wonderful white sand beaches. Visit Seven Mile Beach in Negril for swimming and snorkeling. Protected by a reef it offers serene waters. Dunn's River Falls meets the sea in Ocho Rios. Therein lies a gorgeous beach with a lush tropical surround. Reggae Vibes Beach offers secluded areas, home to nesting turtles. You can absorb the breath-taking views of the St. Mary mountains at James Bond Beach. Shanshy Beach Complex's white sands and shallow areas is a must experience place to enjoy sunning and swimming along with the locals.

* Florida - With every beach in Florida serving up sun, sand and fabulous weather conditions, how do you pick the perfect beach? Let The Ultimate Vacation Guide guide you...

* California Beaches - a sizable portion of North America's West Coast, California Beaches are spectacular and famous for their variety of landscapes and climates. Southern California beaches are hot, sandy, and tropical while Northern California beaches are rocky, windy and dotted with picturesque lighthouses - not to mention a bit colder. What they all have in common are infinite opportunities for activities such as fishing, hiking, surfing, sun-bathing and so very much more.

* Virginia Beaches - from the exciting shores of Virginia Beach to the secluded sands of Assateague Island and the hideaways of Virginia's tidal rivers - if you love the water, you must go to Virginia's waterfront communities!

TOP THEME PARKS

You can never go wrong taking the family to a theme park for vacation. Our top picks are:

* Disney World - Experience the magic of Disney's four theme parks, two water parks, six golf courses, a sports complex, a race track (for autos), twenty resort hotels and numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment offerings. There's something to excite everyone in your family or group. Owned and operated by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (of The Walt Disney Company), Disney World is located in Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake, Florida, outside the city limits of Orlando.

* Hershey Park - Rated #1 Amusement Park in the Northeast by FamilyFun Magazine. Hershey Park offers over 60 rides and attractions, including 10 thrilling roller coasters, 6 drenching water rides, and over two dozen kiddie rides, live entertainment, games, food, shopping, everyone will be delighted!

* Knott's Berry Farm - Knott's Theme Park - Entertainment and attractions that delight, entertain and fascinate year long. From world-class roller coasters to operating antiques and World Famous Eats and Treats, Knott's has something special for the whole family. When coaster enthusiasts talk about the country's best coasters, the subject invariably turns to Knott's GhostRider®. The 4,533-foot wooden wonder opened in December 1998 and jumped to the top of coaster enthusiasts' "best ride" lists.

* Six Flags Great Adventure - Great dining, challenging games, favorite characters, rides, attractions, and shopping. No matter where you live in North America or where your vacation travels may be taking you, there's bound to be some new excitement awaiting you. Six Flags is in Calif, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Mass, Missouri, NJ, NY, Texas and Canada.

* Universal Studios - Experience Hollywood at Universal Studios. Go behind-the-scenes and on the sets where movies are made. Then cast yourself in the thrilling rides, shows and attractions that bring movie action to life. Enter the World of Real Moviemaking. Face Blockbuster Thrills! Finish your day with LA's coolest restaurants, clubs and fun at Universal CityWalk®. (Universal Studios are also in Orlando and Japa

OTHER TOP VACATIONS PICKS

TOP CRUISES: Cruises are one of the top vacation choices because you get to visit more than one place, the ships are fabulous, and the price is usually all inclusive.

Here are our top choices:
* Carnival Cruise Lines
* Disney Cruise Line
* Celebrity Cruise Line
* Crystal Cruise Line
* Royal Carribean Cruise Lines
TOP NATIONAL PARKS: There are hundreds of national parks throughout the country, each unique but all an excellent family vacation spot. There are hundreds of national parks throughout the country, each unique but all an excellent family vacation spot.

Our top picks for national parks are:
* Badlands National Park
* Carlsbad Cavern National Park
* Grand Canyon National Park
* Petrified Forest National Park
* Windcave National Park
TOP SKI TRIPS / SNOWBOARDING: More and more families are learning the value of the family ski trip (or snowboarding!). In addition to great exercise, ski trips prepare families for future years of enjoyment while spending time in a winter wonderland.

Our top picks for ski trips are :
* Squaw Valley California
* Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort, B.C.
* Snowbird Salt Lake City, Utah
* Smuggler's Notch Vermont
TOP EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURES: Children and adults are always eager to learn so if you combine education with pleasure, you have an incredible family vacation.

Our picks for the top educational adventures are:
* Belize Educational Tour
* Mayan Riviera
* Epcot Center
* Smithsonian Institute
TOP FAMILY RESORTS: Here you'll find some of the top and quite amazing resorts that are focused on families and will make your vacation a memorable experience.

Our top picks for family resorts are :
* Franklyn D. Resort (Jamaica)
* Tyler Place Family Resort (Vermont)
* Great Wolf Lodge (Poconos)
* Rancho de los Caballeros (Arizona)
* Ocean Edge Resort and Golf Club (Massachusetts)

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO?

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TRAVEL NEWS :: The Ladera Beach Resort

Pure Luxury on the Beach...

Travel & Leisure's Annual World's Best Award, the result of their survey in the June 2007 issue identified the Top Hotels for Service. The Ladera Resort was the only St Lucian property on this short list of the most prestigious hotels in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas. Out of a total score of 100, the resort scored 94.05 points. The magazine recognized the above and beyond personal attention that Ladera delivers and that has become its signature.

Read about the Ladera Resort here >>

Introduction to The Ultimate Vacation Guide

Vacations are a time to see new things, meet new people, taste new foods, or experience something beautiful and extraordinary.

Many people skip travel and vacations simply because they think they are too expensive and too difficult to organize.

However, you are about to discover that family vacations and travel can be something enjoyable once you know how. You will find here some exceptional information so you can make family vacations and travel a normal part of your life.

Visit The Ultimate Vacation Guide web site for more...

You will discover some great places to visit, tips for saving money, how to travel with smaller children, and overall, how to get the most out of your time with your family while seeing new sights.

A fun family vacation does not have to cost you a fortune. In fact, with so many opportunities today for discounts and unique programs, you can choose from a long list of destinations and save money. This means your entire family can enjoy time just kicking back while trying something new but without breaking the bank.

Whether traveling in the United States or overseas, you have a world of opportunity just waiting to be discovered. Have a great time and come home with a cherished memories!