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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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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 ¤
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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. North Carolina’s Piedmont region rolls the foothills out into green meadows and prairies, stretching from the western mountain regions to the eastern shore. Some areas
gather more than 30 inches of snow annually, making Piedmont a prime location for year-round recreation. Regional summers see low humidity and cool shady hideaways never lacking. Fishing, hiking, and picnicking maintain great popularity for summer adventurers, and skiing, snowboarding, and sledding is just around the corner with the winter snows! 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. Surfing, parasailing, and jet skiing are just a few of all the exciting opportunities. Museums, theme parks, and aquariums make the perfect day in town, and souvenir shops garland nearly every corner. Spas and cruises are always available for the most lavish retreats, but really, North Carolina itself is built
on the natural luxuries of eastern United States. 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 year-round. ¤
Make Your Beach Vacation Dreams Come True on Topsail Island NC Plan your much needed vacation on beautiful Topsail Island – one of North Carolina’s most exquisite beaches. Conveniently located between Wilmington and Jacksonville, this 26 mile long Barrier Island is made up of three towns – North Topsail Beach, Surf City and Topsail Beach NC. The friendly and experienced staff at Coastline Realty Topsail Island can help you find that
perfect Topsail Island beach rental. The available North Carolina beach rentals include: single family homes, duplexes, quadplexes, condos, cottages and townhomes all located along the North Carolina coastline. The friendly atmosphere makes Topsail Island a popular place for a fun, family vacation. Relax on the beautiful, uncrowded Topsail Island Beaches, ride the waves, fish, boat,
hang glide, shop, golf and dine in our great seafood restaurants. We will make your stay on Topsail Island an unforgettable adventure. Call today to make reservations and request a FREE brochure! Coastline Realty 965 Old Folkstone Rd, Suite 108 Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 800-497-5463 www.cbcoastline.com rentals@cbcoastline.com ¤
Stokes County, NC Endless exploration in North Carolina’s eastern most Sauratown Mountains, home to Hanging Rock State Park boasting each amenity available to any of the 41 NC State Parks. Here you can enjoy biking, hiking to mountain peaks or waterfalls, rock climbing, bouldering, swimming, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, ranger led programs and more. Best of all, it’s within an hour of the Triad, or a two-hour scenic drive from the Charlotte or Triangle areas. Listen to the natural flow of the Dan River from the back deck of the NORTH CAROLINA ~ SUMMER 2019
Green Heron Ale House. Offering twenty taps featuring craft brews from across the state, as well as regional favorites, with a compliment of various wines for the connoisseur. The local Arts scene is sure to keep you entertained, with theatre, music, concerts and other special events at The Arts Place in Danbury, NC. This multipurpose facility is home to a regional art market featuring items from over 125 local artists. #StokesROCKS www.hangingrock.com ¤
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Hendersonville: A Great Place to Stay in the NC Mountains
When it comes to vacations, half the fun is picking the right place to stay. With that in mind, travelers to the cool mountains of Hendersonville, North Carolina, have quite a selection. This vibrant, artsy Blue Ridge town offers everything from rustic resorts to luxury cabins, from national-brand hotels to mom-and-pop motels, from charming inns to cozy bedand-breakfasts. The Mountain Inns boast two locations, one in Flat Rock and the other near the airport for convenience. For a variety of lodging
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options, check out the Mill House Lodge featuring suites, a cottage and more! Last year alone the town added four franchise hotels bringing more than 500 new rooms. “There’s something for everyone,” says Beth Carden, Henderson County tourism director. “I think the cabins and bed-and-breakfast inns particularly provide that mountain vacation experience that people desire.” “We also offer a room availability program on our website,” Carden
adds. “It puts visitors in touch with accommodations that have availability during their desired travel time.” Hendersonville and its surrounding towns have been able to assemble such an inventory of lodging options because the region has done hospitality right for decades. Since the mid-1900s, the area has drawn visitors with such iconic attractions as the Carl Sandburg Home, Flat Rock Playhouse, DuPont State
Recreational Forest, Biltmore Estate and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Even Hendersonville’s Main Street is an attraction with its curvilinear design, flowering brick planters and landscaped sidewalks dotted with park bench seating areas. The downtown is home to an eclectic blend of shops, boutiques, museums and children’s attractions, along with 25 independent restaurants and a nice mix of pubs and tasting rooms. The travel professionals in Hendersonville realize that many
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visitors consider the excitement of staying in new surroundings to be a big part of their vacation adventure. With that in mind, they are constantly adding new amenities and features. To see lodging options or check the room availability program, go online to: www.VisitHendersonvilleNC.org. You may also call 800-828-4244. ¤ See ad next page
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Explore Stonewallcountry, WV … Where Memories Are Made Explore Stonewallcountry in the center of West Virginia where heroes were raised, legends were born and memories are made. You will find glass shops and a glass museum, a haunted and historic Asylum for the insane, the boyhood home of the famous Civil War General “Stonewall” Jackson, a vineyard and
winery housed in a hand cut stone exploring all that Stonewallcountry building, premier golf courses, a four- has to offer. star resort, a military museum, quaint For more information, shops and delightful restaurants, two events listings and beautiful lakes with plenty of fishing, to request your free guide hunting, hiking, boating and so much call 800-296-7329, more. visit www.stonewallcountry.com Come to our corner of the world ¤ – relax, rejuvenate and enjoy while
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SC’s Hammock Coast – Vacation Destination with Southern Charm
Located between Myrtle Beach and Charleston. For years, Georgetown County, known as South Carolina’s Hammock Coast, has quietly given beach lovers, golfers, families, outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs a vacation destination infused with Southern charm and natural beauty. Made up of the communities of Pawleys Island, Murrells Inlet, Garden City, Litchfield Beach, Georgetown and Andrews, each area has its own distinct personality, which combined, form the unique attraction of this area. You won’t have trouble claiming your spot on our beaches. Garden City, Litchfield and Pawleys Island all have spacious beaches and pristine salt marshes for soaking up the sun, exploring or catching some fish and blue crabs for dinner. Award winning golf, with more than 13 courses within a 15-minute drive, dots our area. Many are built on former rice plantations giving a graciously Southern golf experience. Three of Golf Magazines’ “Top 100 You Can Play” are here and Pawleys Island was named one of the top ten “Golf Islands” in the world by Links Magazine. 6
Pawleys Island, the oldest Seaside Resort in America, continues to be a great place to enjoy a quiet, laid-back vacation. As the birthplace of the rope hammock, relaxation has a long history here. The actual island has no commercial development; however, just over the short causeway, there are first class restaurants and boutique shopping for when (if!) you want a break from relaxing on the beach or the porch. Known as the Seafood Capital of South Carolina, Murrells Inlet is a fishing village on a protected inlet, and boasts some of the best seafood in the entire South! The Murrells Inlet Marshwalk is a boardwalk on the banks of the Inlet, and allows visitors to truly experience the salt-marsh ecosystem along with restaurants, shops, parasailing, jet skiing and fishing excursions. Between Murrells Inlet and Litchfield Beach, you will discover Brookgreen Gardens and Huntington Beach State Park. Huntington Beach State Park, recognized as one of the top birding spots in North America, also offers camping and access to a pristine undeveloped beach. Brookgreen Gardens houses the most
significant collection of figurative sculpture in a beautiful outdoor setting and the only accredited zoo on the coast of SC. For the history buff, Georgetown is South Carolina’s third oldest city, founded in 1729. It is also the probable site of the first European settlement in North America in 1526. It boasts a charming downtown historic district with restaurants and boutique shopping along the Harborwalk. Local tour companies provide a glimpse into the history of the area by land and by river. Andrews, located 18 miles inland from Georgetown, offers the perfect place to experience the natural world. From sporting clays to kayaking along the winding Black River, Andrews is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. For the foodie, you won’t have any trouble finding an amazing meal on the Hammock Coast, our area is dotted with great little restaurants, staffed by award winning chefs. Fresh seafood, fresh produce and wonderful culinary talent equal many “blog-worthy” meals.
Fishing, hunting and outdoor recreation are plentiful. With five rivers coming together to meet the ocean, and vast undeveloped land holdings, wildlife is plentiful. A number of guides and outfitters are available to get you out on the water in a boat, kayak, paddleboard or surfboard.
Come visit the Hammock Coast and rediscover life with no schedules, rediscover your family, rediscover nature and rediscover yourself. The only itinerary you need is a tide chart! Hammock Coast, SC Georgetown, SC 29440 866.570.4238 www.HammockCoastSC.com ¤
Great Family Vacations in North Myrtle Beach Over the last 25 years, Beachcomber Vacation Rentals in North Myrtle Beach has been providing quality family vacations at the most desirable rental properties on the North Strand. Choose from a variety of Oceanfront Condo’s, Villas and Homes that range from 1 to 7 bedrooms. Each year, beach goers get their taste of ocean sea breeze, soft warm sand and joy from relaxing on the shores of Myrtle Beach. We will find you the best condo rental/beach houses to help you get the most out
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of your family vacation! Our weekly rentals include departure clean and a linen package with beds made upon arrival at no additional charge. If you are interested in a North Myrtle Beach Family Vacation, call one of our friendly customer service representatives. Beachcomber Vacations 3802 South Ocean Blvd. Windy Hill Section North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 1-800-334-3798 www.beachcombervacations.com
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