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GuestQuest Traveler Vacation Guide takes you on a guided tour to various vacation locations.We feature information about accommodations, attractions and activities in many travel and vacation destinations. Providing you with article coverage on our advertisers, their amenities and services will assist you in making the right decision on choosing your accommodations, recreation, entertainment and more. Please visit our web site www.GuestQuest.com for additional advertiser information and links to their web sites. Distributed three times a year, Spring, Summer and Winter, with separate editions to Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Illinois/Indiana, North Carolina, Georgia/Alabama, Tennessee/ Kentucky and Virginia/Washington D.C.. Serving our advertisers and readers since 1984. For advertising information, questions or comments, call 1-800-644-8460. P. O. Box 33547, Cleveland, OH 44133. The accuracy of the information contained in these listings is the responsibility of each individual advertiser. Every effort has been made to offer up-to-date information. Reproduction of editorial or graphic content in any manner without written consent of the editor is prohibited. 2
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FLORIDA
Longboat Key. Pure Magic.
One can only explain the lure of Longboat Key, Florida as a combination of magical transcendence into the perfect island escape and a blissful beach playground for an exclusive and pristine vacation destination. Named as one of the top ten island destinations in the U.S. in Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, the 12-mile island is luxuriously located on the Gulf of Mexico,
bordered on the west by azure blue waters and on the east by beautiful Sarasota Bay. Long known as the hideaway of celebrities and reclusive notables, Longboat Key offers visitors a respite from the crowds while still providing the quintessential Florida beach experience. Blue skies, swaying palms, sultry breezes, playful dolphins, sandy beaches and a quiet calm welcomes the evening
The Summerhouse – Your “Home Away from Home” Enjoy the bright Florida sunshine, blue-green waters and pearly white sandy beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast at The Summerhouse, one of the best Panama City Beach FL Condos. Whether staying a few days or months, we invite you to bring your family to stay at the beautifully decorated units at the Summerhouse. Amenities include two beachside pools, hot tub, kiddie pool, shuffleboard, racquetball, tennis court, game room, picnic area with gas grills and WiFi.
sunset, and beckons the discerning traveler. The island is home to a variety of vacation options, from fullservice hotels to charming authentic beachfront resorts. Combined with island-inspired cuisine at a variety of award-winning restaurants and a sprinkling of delightful island boutiques, guests can immerse themselves in a true tropical getaway.
For the outdoor enthusiast, Longboat Key offers choices beyond compare. From fishing charters to paddle-boarding, ocean kayaking and even some of the most renowned birdwatching in the country, our island home is your island adventure. An array of seasonal activities provides cultural and artistic entertainment, and year-round vacationers can experience popular, family-friendly attractions in the Bradenton area.
Visit nearby shops and restaurants, just a short drive away, all offering the perfect location for a leisurely afternoon or sunset stroll. Visit Longboat Key for island inspiration, leave with memories for a lifetime. www.longboatkeychamber.com (941) 387-9000 info@longboatchamber.com ¤ See ad on back cover
The Summerhouse is located on the east end of Panama City Beach, just minutes from restaurants, attractions, fishing, boating, golf and shopping. Don’t settle for a “regular” beach rental when you can enjoy your family vacation at the Summerhouse. Make The Summerhouse your “home away from home.” The Summerhouse Condo 6505 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 1-800-354-1112 www.summerhousepc.com ¤
Garrett Realty Heats Up Your Beach Vacation Since 1987, Seagrove Beach FL Vacation Rentals Garrett Realty Services, Inc. has been welcoming guests to the Beaches of South Walton and the laid-back, Old-Florida lifestyle that can only be Seagrove Beach. We offer the finest selection of Gulf-front/Gulf-side townhomes, condominiums and private homes available along Scenic 30-A between world famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach. While our diversity and quality of accommodations is huge, we offer personalized service that will make you feel like family.
Take advantage of your muchdeserved opportunity to relax your mind, rejuvenate your body, rekindle your relationships and remember what’s good about life – just waiting to be discovered through a walk on the beach, a sunrise over the Gulf or a bike ride by one of our many Coastal Dunes Lakes. Who knows? Maybe even a dolphin will show up for an early-morning greeting. We look forward to being a part of your next vacation. Garrett Realty Services, Inc. 800-537-5387 www.garrettrealty.com ¤
Escape to Anna Maria Island Anna Maria Island is a quaint barrier island nestled in the Gulf of Mexico on the West Coast of Florida, with turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. Two great resorts to “get away from it all” are Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort and Bridgewalk, a landmark resort. Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort has its own private beach, chairs, umbrellas and towels at no additional charge, a pool, gas grill area, beach massage and boat rentals right on the property. GEORGIA / ALABAMA ~ SUMMER 2019
Bridgewalk, a landmark resort is located on the energetic, Historic Bridge Street. Bridgewalk, is within walking distance to interesting shops, city fishing pier, putt putt golf and over seven restaurants, some featuring live music on a regular basis. A highlight of Bridgewalk is nearly every room has a Jacuzzi tub. We say… “you are going to love it here!” Contact us at www.silverresorts.com or call 866-779-2345. ¤ FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION ~ www.GuestQuest.com
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Premier Vacation Rentals with Boardwalk Realty on Dauphin Island Boardwalk Realty is Dauphin Island AL’s premier source for vacation rentals. Choose from over 70 Dauphin Island homes and condos ranging in size from two to six bedrooms and sleeping up to 16 people. All units include AC, full kitchens, cable TV, access to the Gulf
Beach and numerous other amenities to help you enjoy your stay. Find rental properties for every budget and location preference including Gulf Beachfront, Beachside or Bayfront. Let Boardwalk Realty help you escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Come play in the surf,
stroll miles of sugar sand beaches, swim, go fishing or just spend a lazy afternoon relaxing in the sun. Come stay with us and enjoy the quiet, family friendly atmosphere and beautiful beaches of Dauphin Island, Alabama’s Sunset Capital.
Boardwalk Realty 1804 Bienville Blvd Dauphin Island, AL 36528 877-861-3992 www.boardwalk-realty.com ¤
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, The Jewel in The Crown of Alabama Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama. The jewel in the crown of Alabama. Our beautiful 32 miles of sugar white sand beaches are so special to us and we know you and your family will have a ball building new memories during your visit. Whether your preference is a beautiful beach home or a comfortable condominium, you can count on Kaiser Realty by Wyndham Vacation Rentals to deliver an exceptional experience that is as
memorable as the sugar-white beaches and emerald-green water of the Alabama Gulf Coast. No matter if this is your first time coming to our beaches or are returning for an annual getaway, we welcome you and your family to our Gulf Coast home. We hope that you take the time to not only enjoy time together with the ones you love, but also to get out and experience everything that makes Gulf Shores & Orange Beach so special. ¤
OHIO
Year-Round Fun for Everyone in Streetsboro! If you’re looking to have some fun, look no further. Come visit us in Streetsboro, where we offer unforgettable experiences for everyone!
We have affordable accommodations at our nine hotels and two campgrounds plus more than 40 restaurants to choose from for your dining pleasure. With just
a short drive you can experience many of the area’s over 60 nearby attractions including Streetsboro Antiques Mini Mall, Zip City USA, Boulder Creek Golf Club, Aurora
Ashland County Makes Travel Memorable Rolling farmland and gentle wooded hills of Johnny Appleseed fame dominate the landscape and make antique hunts and auctions events for everyone to enjoy. Specialty shops, horseshows, ice
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cream socials, classic car shows, an antique tractor and engine show, farmers markets and free bandshell concerts make life especially pleasant. Take a walking tour of our historical district and visit the
Ashland County Historical Museum, one of many fun spots for Ashland OH tourism ideas. We host some great events including the Ashland County Fair and Ashland County Farm Tour as well as the Ashland Symphony, Ashland University Theatre, Ashland Regional Ballet and Chautauqua Storytelling Performances. BalloonFest, one of Ashland’s premier events, is held every year. The Balloon Glow, music, storytelling and stage performances, along with balloon races, make for a fun-filled weekend. Ashland Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 211 Claremont Avenue Ashland, Ohio 44805 419-281-4584 toll free: 877-581-2345 www.visitashlandohio.com ¤
Farms Premium Outlets, Breakaway Excursions, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and National Park, Kent State University Museum, Hard Rock Rocksino, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, the Pro Football Hall of Fame, zoos, parks, sporting activities, numerous annual events and much more. Streetsboro is the perfect location for an overnight stay or your next memorable trip. We are Northeast Ohio’s Best Vacation Value, start your planning today to come visit us. ¤
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GEORGIA
Award Winning Beachside Hotel Days Inn & Suites a Jekyll Island GA hotel features 40 Oceanfront onebedroom suites, 76 double-bed guest rooms and 8 King rooms. All rooms contain “free” in-room coffee, microfridges, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers, clock radios, and free WIFI access. Guests staying at the hotel enjoy the Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast including fresh “cooked to order” Belgian Waffles and assorted yogurt in an abundant
breakfast bar overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. This moderately priced sparkling oceanfront hotel in Jekyll Island, GA offers many things for guests to enjoy while at the hotel and on the island – great beach access, two spacious swimming pools – one of which is heated seasonally, kiddie pool, hot tub, grilling, picnic areas and a new fire pit. Bike rentals on property.
Visit www.DaysInnJekyll.com to learn more about our many specials and packages – also sign up for our last minute “Hot Deals!” Days Inn & Suites 60 S. Beachview Drive Jekyll Island, GA 31527 toll free: 888-635-3003 Direct Line: 912-635-9800 Fax: 912-635-2287 ¤
TENNESSEE
Zoder’s Inn & Suites - Southern Charm near Smoky Mountains Where do you stay in Gatlinburg, when you want your accommodations by the stream, secluded from the hustle and bustle of town, yet within walking distance to many of the wonderful restaurants, exciting
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attractions and various shops? You stay at Zoder’s Inn & Suites! You have the option of staying in a cozy cottage for two or a suite that can accommodate a family of eight. Each room or suite offers you a flat
screen TV, a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker and free Wi-Fi, and all the suites have fireplaces. The majestic Great Smokies Mountains are inviting you to come
visit! No matter how active or how tranquil you want your vacation to be, we cordially invite you to your mountain home away from home at Zoder’s Inn & Suites.
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Zoder’s Inn & Suites Gatlinburg, TN 877-912-1878 www.zoders.com ¤ See ad below
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NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina – Perfection Year-Round The sun wakes in the eastern waves of the Atlantic Ocean, warms the sparkling sands and travels west over the lakes and rivers of the Piedmont region to the rocky western expanse. Melting into the wooded peaks and ascending majesty of the Appalachian and Great
Smoky Mountains, the sunsets afford heavenly views from the worldrenowned Blue Ridge Parkway, which winds its way through the green mountain ranges of North Carolina. Hikers and camping enthusiasts never have to look far for contentment
in the wooded regions of North Carolina. Beautiful hardwood forests cover two thirds of the mountainous landscape and boast having over 120 species of trees. One peak, Mount Mitchell, reaches 6,684 feet into the sky, making it the tallest peak in the state and eastern US.
Southern Gulf Stream currents brush against the North Carolina coast and warm the elegant beaches and rolling sand dunes. Jockey’s Ridge, a magnificent sand dune, is the highest along the eastern coast, decidedly one of the most romantic
look outs onto the blue ocean. Local wetlands also offer beautiful picnicking spots and a great chance to view North Carolina’s diverse wildlife. Modern resorts and magnificent hotels border the shoreline for some of the greatest views in the state. Most famous for its Outer Banks, the 130 miles of North Carolina coast overreaches every vacationer’s dream. Secluded barrier islands present the perfect locations for shelling or just a quite day on the beach and water sports are always close at hand. Festivals and regional celebrations add even more excitement to the year in all regions of the beautiful North Carolina. So fill your photo albums with the memories of a lifetime, live your fantasies, and succumb to the great North Carolina expanses, where perfection is yearround. ¤
In Myrtle Beach proper, hotels old and new, restaurants and shops line the beach, with public access points interspersed. Then there are the quiet ocean-side beach communities such as Cherry Grove, Atlantic Beach (considered perhaps the nation’s first predominantly African American beach town), Garden City and “elegantly shabby” Pawleys Island. Each offers varying degrees of public beach access and wide Conway boasts some of the best show at the downtown theatre, walk stroll the Riverwalk to take in the choices of hotel, cottage and condo restaurants, stores and boutiques around to shop and eat or leisurely scenery. rentals, as well as package deals in the area. Visitors can take in a Conway is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina, founded in 1732. Conway’s past has been proudly preserved. A visit to the Horry County Museum or the LW Paul Living History Farm will find exhibits of life from a bygone era. The Conway Historical Trail identifies 39 historic, beautiful buildings and homes. Many of these dwellings are home to third or fourth generation family members who are tireless in caring for them. Conway is a delightful surprise and still not yet well-known by mass tourism. That will change, but until then, take advantage of all it has to offer. There truly is something for everyone! ¤
with many of the more than 100 golf courses on the Strand. Cozy Myrtle Beach and expansive Huntington Beach state parks also offer beach access, camping, environmental education programs and more. There are literally thousands of hotel rooms, condos, campsites and other accommodations along the South Carolina coast, as well as a myriad of dining, entertainment and educational options to help spice up the trip. -Marc Rapport
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SC Coast Features Miles of Sun and Surf
A mix of easy public access, private retreats and natural preserves highlights the 200 miles of Atlantic Ocean coastline that South Carolina calls its own. For generations, beach trips to millions of Americans and Canadians has meant an easy drive to Myrtle
Beach and later, Hilton Head, while expanded air travel has added more international travelers in recent years. Reliable, decent weather year-round and a burgeoning menu of attractions and amenities continue to drive that growth in popularity.
Starting from the north, Myrtle Beach anchors the 60-mile crescent of shoreline known as the Grand Strand. Characterized by long, sweeping stretches of sand and surf, the Strand offers both bustling and less-boisterous choices for plopping that plastic chaise lounge and propping the umbrella.
Welcome to Conway – One of South Carolina’s Oldest Towns
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