Month: December 2018

Long Beach California Vacations for Your Summer Escapades

Certainly, there are a lot of things to do while visiting the famous Long Beach area and nearby Los Angles and Anaheim. The list of things to do, as well as the choices of where to say, is almost never-ending. You can travel around the Queen Mary, which is a former transatlantic ocean liner. The Queen Mary is a breathtaking vacation tour and you will be enthralled at the magnitude and the splendor of this piece of a romantic past roving the Atlantic. You may also want to drop by the Aquarium of the Pacific. The Aquarium of the Pacific is over three soccer fields in size and has over 12,000 animals. This holiday maker spot is perfect for developing your awareness and indulgence of the Pacific Ocean’s surroundings. The staffs are extremely convivial, clever, and up to date. The Long Beach Toyota Grand Prix is also one of the must-see events in the Long Beach area. This event magnets around 200,000 viewers and is a top-notch event. These are among the great things that you can do on your Long Beach California vacations.

Amazing Locations for Wonderful California Vacations

There are a lot of beautiful places to visit in California and taking a California vacation would be the most wonderful gift that you can give to your loved ones. In fact, a wide range of California vacation destinations are available to all vacationers. One of the best places in California is the exciting city of San Diego. The metropolis has so many lovely features such as its Mediterranean weather and its very refreshing beaches. Another perfect location is the area around the Big Bear Lake that has been a prime outdoor destination in the state for years already. You can discover cabin lodgings and stay at a mixture of campground locations. One of the most popular national parks in California is the wonderful Yosemite, which completes ones vacation break. Moreover, you can visit and see the splendor of San Francisco city, one of the most wonderful California vacation destinations in the country. The metropolis is wealthy in traditions, history, natural beauty, and incredible nightlife.

California Vacations A Wonderful Gift for Kids

One of the most exciting outdoor activities of all is to have a wonderful California vacation. One of the best destinations in the world that your kids will surely love is the stunning state of California. Kids would love to travel to a place filled with wonderful views and California is a perfect place for that. There are several beautiful destinations that you could visit and numerous amazing parks to enjoy. Some of the California vacation spots that kids will surely love are the La Brea Tar Pits, the Los Angeles County Art Museum, Redwood National and State Parks, and Hollywood. Another attraction your kids will love is Disneyland California; thus, do not ever miss the excitement. Every view of the place has something exquisite to offer. Your kids will enjoy the environment in National Parks and State Parks as they get in touch with endangered species like bald eagles, Stellers lions, and Northern spotted owls. Indeed, California is one of the greatest destinations in the world.

Holiday Guide to California Vacations

If you want to have unforgettable vacation moments, then you should experience California vacations. The state of California is one of the most visited places on earth, and so you must include in your list of choices for places to see. If you are a vacationer who is searching for fantastic entertainment, then a California vacation is what you deserve. The city of Los Angeles as well as the metropolises of San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Santa Barbara, Napa, Berkeley, and South Lake Tahoe is some of the most beautiful California destinations. No matter which region of California you choose, still all of the destinations offer their very own beauty and glamor. Every destination offers unforgettable experiences for vacationers of all ages. Furthermore, California vacations are definitely for all people whether kids, adults, couples, honeymooners, families, groups, or individuals who want to experience an exclusive vacation. Attractions in California include Sea World Adventure Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Golden Gate Bridge, Death Valley, Big Sur, Alcatraz Island, Japanese Tea Garden, and Palm Springs.

People who love to travel often have standards for the accommodations they select.Travelers want impeccably clean housing with finely appointed furniture, kitchen facilities, and perhaps an outdoor place for relaxation, such as a deck or patio. Many travel in order to escape their daily routine. For this reason, a luxury vacation rental should include some pampering of guests as well. The luxury traveler responds positively to on-site concierge services, delivery of extra towels or linens, or even a nice gift basket or bottle of wine in their room upon arrival. Some vacation rentals make it easy for guests to schedule a massage therapy session with a local masseuse. All of these extras make for a stress free travel experience.

In my opinion, the luxury vacation rental should be attentive to guests needs in a way that other accommodations are not. Following is my checklist for luxury vacation rentals. If youre paying a premium for a place to stay while traveling, the expectation is higher.

Review the list and see if you agree with my specifications. Though a luxury vacation rental may not include all of the items on this checklist, it should include most.

– Luxury bedding and linens
– On-site pool or pond for outdoor relaxation
– Privacy that cannot be found in condos, duplexes, or even cabins sited close to each other without a natural landscape buffer.
– It is not necessary to book a vacation cabin miles from civilization to get privacy. There are many luxury vacation rentals close to the shops and restaurants of small towns and cities such as Asheville, NC.
– A private hot tub in each cabin or vacation rental
– Fireplaces for the winter months, preferably wood-burning fireplaces
– Wi-fi Internet at no added cost
– Flat screen televisions
– Washer/Dryer in the vacation rental or cabin
– Fully appointed kitchen with updated appliances
– DVDs available at no cost for the use of guests
– Work-out room or gym
– Attractive interior design and windows that offer an expansive view of the outdoors
– Games on premises ( ping pong, horseshoes, basketball, foosball, etc.)
– On-site concierge services
– On-site office and maintenance staff that is trained to provide the best possible service and respond to guests needs in a timely fashion

Travel to an unfamiliar location can sometimes be stressful. Staying in a luxury vacation rental where excellent accommodations and service are provided puts guests at ease and allows them to let go and truly enjoy their time away.

Many vacation homes, condos, cabin rentals and other types of accommodations claim to be luxury vacation rentals and are really mundane accommodations with very little, if any, service. Most often, these accommodations may have some of the amenities listed above. However, a staff that is lackadaisical, or unresponsive to guests needs can spoil a good vacation. So can dated facilities or worn furniture, appliances or fixtures, bugs or lack of attention to detailed cleaning.

Adding amenities is simply not enough distinguish a resort, cabin or vacation home as a luxury vacation rental. The amenities must be high quality and consistent. Perhaps even more important is the fact that many luxury vacation rentals cannot deliver on the promise of superior service. Nothing ruins a good vacation more than experiencing a maintenance problem and being unable to get it fixed.

If you do enjoy a truly luxurious vacation somewhere, you should respond positively to the experience in person, in writing, or even online. If you and your loved ones have a bad experience while staying at a vacation rental, the same holds true. This type of critique might encourage owners or stakeholders in vacation rentals to improve upon their facilities or staff. These days the consumer demands more than ever, especially if he or she is paying a luxury price.

Do not be silent if you are dissatisfied with your luxury accommodations. Let management or the proprietor know. If you feel they have not addressed your concerns, then make your opinion known online at sites like TripAdvisor.com. or the Google Places pages.

Before booking a luxury vacation rental, it makes sense to conduct research on customer opinions about the rental online. Look at Google Places pages or TripAdvisor.com to see guest comments about their stay. For those who use Facebook or Twitter, these are also good sources of information.

Look for places with a history of being in business, but recent comments are more helpful that old comments that may not reflect the property’s current condition. If the comments are negative, does the owner or management respond to these concerns publicly? If the answer is yes, you may have a winner. If the answer is no, then the luxury vacation rental you are considering might not be right for you. If a vacation rental has no reviews, look out! It may be one of the many rentals dumped on the market by distressed owners in the current depressed housing market. In most cases these owners have neither the resources or the experience to meet the standards for a luxury vacation rental.

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To paraphrase, “It Happens”. If you are traveling independently things won’t always go according to plan on your Peru vacation and often the best you can hope for is that the disaster happens to someone else. However, you can always reduce your chances of being the unwilling star of an unfolding travel nightmare by learning from other people’s experiences or by having a Tour Operator take the strain. If you decide to go DIY here are 4 classics horror stories and advice to help you avoid a similar fate.

Please remember that 99 percent of people never encounter problems but as with any foreign country, forewarned is forearmed!

Horror story number 1. Peru moto-taxis – vehicles from hell

If a force of evil was ever represented through vehicles, it would probably look a lot like a moto-taxi. Many people think that the whole experience is thrilling and funny but for others it may not be. Speeding recklessly through traffic and polluting the air as much as four to five real cars, there is very little reason for their existence. To add to the fun, one unlucky traveller fell foul of a scheme where drivers partner up with thieves. A taxi drove past him slowly with two people inside; one hopped out and robbed him, afterwards jumping back into the moto-taxi which sped off.

How to avoid the horror: Tourists can avoid problems like these by traveling in authorized taxis taken from your hotel or the airport, having taxis pre-organised by your restuarants, staying clear of bad neighbourhoods and keeping valuables hidden in transit.

Horror story number 2. Peru Border crossings – from the frying pan into the fire

Another classic location for scams is when crossing between countries. In a common example, one couple was scammed crossing the border from Peru to Ecuador. They were told by someone who said he was from the only bus company that could take them across the border. He added that he could help them get the bus and the company was sending people to pick up travellers from the bus stations. Instead they were led on a merry dance to a market, then to a car park. Finally the scammers were ‘picked up by the police’, after which the couple had to pay the scammers several hundred dollars in order to ‘cover fines’.

How to avoid the horror: With the benefit of hindsight, the advice is to never trust or follow a stranger in a border area, and to make all decisions at a border slowly and cautiously, asking for opinions of multiple people. Better still have an organized crossing with a guide and your own transport.

Horror story number 3. Peru Hotel Experiences – the fine art of Peruvian customer service

Arriving late one night at the bus station an arranging to stay at a hotel with a double room, private bath and toilet, a couple were treated to a fine example of the dark side of Peruvian service. They arrived at the hotel and there was no room for them. They were forced to sleep on the floor of the common area with no privacy, take showers in the filthy workers room, and use the public restroom that had no mirror, soap, or light. They complained to the management, but it was no use. The owner said she did not speak English but during the conversation hid behind her associate and translated the conversation, saying in English at the end, “You are only two, millions come here.”

How to avoid the horror: Use websites such as tripadvisor.com to check out the real stories behind the glossy hotel brochures or select a travel agent to do the work for you. If you end up having a bad experience, you can take your revenge on the same pages to warn the “millions of others”. If you choose to book through a tour company that has well-established relationships with hotels, you will add that extra level of guarantee.

Horror story number 4. Climbing mountains the unpleasant way

One couple hired a guide to climb the volcano Chachani near Arequipa along with two other people. The mountain has a height of 6,000 meters and people need to acclimate themselves. The guide claimed to be of an international standard. However, the climb, which should have taken eight hours took them fourteen as the guide climbed extremely slowly and did not pay attention to the two other people who were not trained to climb such a height. He did not listen to the explanation of their struggles, and was very rude. This will definitely ruin your holiday!

How to avoid the horror: Ask other travellers for recommendations when selecting guides, or only hire guides from respected agencies. Also try to avoid the temptation to cut costs, especially if you are undertaking a potentially dangerous activity such as mountaineering or remote trekking. A better-paid guide will generally provide a better level of service.

Many of these problems come from independent travel, trying to move around too quickly with little preparation and trying to bring costs down to accommodate a small travel budget. A good alternative if you’re short on time is to book through a tour agency with a good level of local knowledge and a strong network of trusted tourism contacts. This way, you’ll only be reading Peru vacation horror stories, instead of writing them.

The reasons that millions of vacationers select a Mazatlan vacation each year is for the spectacular beaches.

The reasons that millions of vacationers select a Mazatlan vacation each year is for the spectacular beaches. While this happens to be the Pearl of the Pacific, it in no way, shape, or form, the sole reason for such an exodus. Mazatlan, Mexico has a plethora of fantastic beaches and other water sports activities, this is definitely a reality and a fact of any trip down south.

Money-Saving Endeavor

There are many others sights and sounds and exciting reasons to plan a trip to this resort locality that a mere few hundred words of a blog posting will never do it justice. As we understand that money is tight these days, we also are aware that a trip to Mazatlan is a money-saving endeavor.

Lonely-Hearts Club

As the title of this posting dictates, a Mazatlan vacation is so much more than just a pretty face! Certainly the amount of simply beautiful faces are one of the best reasons for a man to come to this resort locality, for the ladies, there are a respectable amount of males that are there to offer their friendship and companionship as well. We are not going to tell you that a trip to Mazatlan is for the Lonely-Hearts Club attendees, as that would be too much of a romantic setup. However, what we will say and with utmost honesty and sincerity, is that there are less lonely people in Mazatlan, than in any other part of the world.

Pretty People Pretty Low Prices

Paris and Milan have nothing on this astounding and deeply romantic locality and for Americans the airfare savings alone makes a Mazatlan vacation a bargain-hunters dream come true! Please come to Mazatlan and see for yourself what the pretty faces and incredible sights have been up to before you came!

If you currently own a vacation home rental property and you are not earning enough extra cash then I would consider listening up. You will learn how much people are willing to pay on a nightly and weekly basis to stay in the home that you are not using! Knowing how to advertise your investment rental will help you get the most for your time and efforts and will also mean that you can make a substantial income just renting out your property.

The first thing you will want to consider in the process to advertise your vacation investment is to write a very descriptive ad of your vacation rental. You’ll want to tell the potential renters the square footage, how many rooms, how many bathrooms, and what sorts of furnishings are provided. You will then want to mention, possibly in very bold lettering and nice big font, any amenities the property has such as hot tubs, pools, saunas, tennis courts, and things that many people would consider luxury items worth paying for. You will also want to make a list of these items because it will make your vacation investment stand out from the rest.

When you advertise vacation home, you want to make sure that people see your property and recognize how attractive it is and give them a high value worth. A great way to catch eyes of the public to your advertisement is to use a bold typed catchy headline. Don’t lie in the headline, but make it be something unique that will grab renter attention. Suggest that you will give a free night rental if a week is booked or something to that effect; it will bring the renters in by the herds!

When you market your vacation home, you want to be sure that you really sell the place on all of its good character traits and features, as that is how you get renters to book with you quick and start making money. And that is a good thing.

After you write your special and unique yet powerful ad you will want to market vacation rentals in every possible outlet. The Internet is obviously a great resource that most people use to search vacation rentals all the time and there many of these sites that it will be hard to select which ones to use, so try to pick the ones that seem most enjoyable to browse as a renter, as these are the sites that are most attractive to your potential renters. When you advertise vacation homes on these web sites you’ll want to include photos. If the listing company you choose to go with has an art department then that is even better because they will enhance your listing making it look sexy. Without photos you might as well not advertise your rental at all, because people really want to see what they are paying for.

Look for a site that offers unlimited pictures or at least 20, so you can add as many as you want of the interior, exterior and surrounding area. Pictures have a positive effect on inquiries and bookings.

Are you ready for a great vacation in a sunny, warm, and possibly sandy area? Ingredients for a hot holiday youll remember for a lifetime are easy to plan. Here are a few to keep in mind:

First, make sure your rooms at the resort are booked in advance. Many of the best vacation resorts are fully booked ahead of time, and having reservations will make sure you have a roof over your head. In fact, some of the best destinations are booked months in advance, so do your planning early. Also remember that you may get better rates on your hotel by paying in advance.

Second, make sure your money is safe. Rather than carrying cash, use travelers checks. If travelers checks are lost or stolen they can be quickly replaced. Or, better yet, use a credit card. Most resorts take the major bank cards. Youll have a record of your purchases and the ability to dispute any inaccurate claims. If your card is lost or stolen, it can also be quickly replaced and you wont be responsible for fraudulent purchases made with it. Nothing could ruin a great vacation faster than having your cash lost or stolen with no way to replace it, so dont take that chance. Use credit cards or travelers checks and be safe.

Third, make sure the kids are taken care of. If your children are traveling with you, make sure the resort has adequate play areas and hopefully a daycare service so that youll really have a vacation without chasing the kids through the sand all the time. Many resorts have activity directors for the childrens events, and the kids will have a great time.

Next, what is the nightlife like? If you and your significant other want to dance the night away, fantastic! Just make sure that the location you pick has a reputation for quality nightlife. Warm vacation spots that pride themselves on good nightclubs include Key West a favorite of Ernest Hemmingway; Miami the home of Gloria Estefan; Honolulu, Los Angeles, San Diego, and if you dont mind skipping the beach, Las Vegas has some of the most exciting night life on earth. And remember to take along some cab fare. Definitely dont drive when youve been drinking.

Next think comedy. Are there good comedy clubs in the area? Nothing beats a good stand up comedian. And if stand up isnt your bag, what other entertainment do you prefer. Magicians and musicians are always popular.

Water sports and excitement go together, and most warm, sunny vacation spots include plenty of both. How about parasailing or hang gliding? What about Scuba diving, snorkeling, or swimming with the dolphins. If you like the water but dont want to get wet yourself, check out the deep sea fishing if you are ocean side. If in Florida, remember all the inland lakes and the trophy bass they hold.

Number seven in our list of necessities is a practical matter. Make sure that either you speak the language of the natives, or they speak English. That makes Jamaica a great hot spot, as well as Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Also Bermuda, Tahiti and the Dominican Republic are waiting to provide you with a wonderful vacation in paradise.

Number eight is rather simple. Is transport in and out of your vacation paradise easy? Do they have a quality airport? Or will you be driving. Make sure the transportation needs are easily taken care of.

Next, number nine, sure to be a hit with the ladies, is shopping. Does your warm sunny vacation destination have adequate shopping facilities? Nothing makes a woman happier than a chance to shop.

Finally, the top necessity for your warm and sunny destination is that it be a place youve always wanted to visit. Whether youve always desired a Florida beach, a California surfing wave, or a tropical island, make sure that your destination is one youve always wanted to visit. And number eleven, as a bonus, is to bring along the video camcorder and still photo camera so that you can record the memories of your vacation and enjoy them for years to come.

Summer is a time to unwind, a time to relax, and a time to enjoy leisure activities with familybut for many of us, it is also a time to save money as best as possible. Summer vacations can be draining on the wallet, which is why more and more families are looking for vacation ideas that aren’t just fun, but are creative, as wellcost-effective breaks from the usual “touristy” stuff. And to be sure, you can create memories together as a family while cutting out unnecessary spendingand some of these creative ideas might be so off-the-beaten-path that they will end up wowing your kids as much as any traditional vacation model ever could!

One way to creatively save a few bucks is to come up with some alternative sources for meals. Consider, just for starters, the idea of a family picnic. This is especially effective for days spent at an amusement park, or in the midst of a particularly “touristy” area of town where there is nothing to eat but overpriced fast food. Packing luncheswith items from the local supermarketcan dramatically cut costs, and be a lot of fun, too. Consider also heading to the market for an array of do-it-yourself snacks and room-service items for in the hotel room.

Of course, there are other ways to save money and still have a great vacation, ways that have nothing to do with food. An obviousbut surprisingly overlookedstrategy is to choose activities that don’t cost anything. Amusement parks and the like can be amazingly costly, but spending an afternoon at a children’s museum may not cost much at all, and can be just as funas well as educational! Additionally, you might spend some time at a local park. And of course, there’s always the beach!

And of course, there is a great deal of money to be saved simply by planning things in advanced. If you plan on visiting a resort, consider going during the off-season; you’ll end up saving a bundle of money! Look for discounts on hotels or airfare on Facebook. Plan activities and events with your children ahead of time; if you buy tickets early, you can often get seriously discounted rates.

A final suggestion for family vacationers who want to save money and do something a little different is to consider making it a staycation, either by renting local lodging or even staying at home. You’ll cut out the cost of travelof airline tickets or gasand you can still have a lot of fun. Take it as an opportunity to watch movies, read books, or play games together as a familyor to enjoy the local attractions of your hometown, all from the standpoint of a tourist! This is an increasingly popular way to enjoy creative vacationingmaking fond family memories and saving big bucks in the process.

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