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The Perfect Place to Plan Your Vacation Are you making plans for your summer vacation? With the school year ending and warm weather becoming the norm, thoughts of getaways are sure to be dancing in the back of your mind. But you’re not sure how you want to spend your next getaway? Peruse these pages and you’ll find some great ideas for destinations and even unique accommodations to help you get the most out of your escape. From the well-known destinations of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and the Outer Banks of North Carolina to remote Isle Royale or German infused Frankenmuth, Michigan and everything in between, you’ll find it
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Find out what makes us Distinctly Dutchess! Experience the heart of the Hudson Valley in Dutchess County. Rethink history. Come see where more than 400 years of history happened. Explore the historic Great Estates, including the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home, Presidential Library and Museum. Experience the great outdoors – from the Appalachian Trail to the top of Mount Beacon, or a stroll on the
world’s longest pedestrian bridge, Walkway Over the Hudson. Enjoy the arts. How about an 18th-century oil painting by Hudson River School master Frederic Church, or a giant modern sculpture by visionary artist Richard Serra? Browse the collections at Dia:Beacon and Vassar’s Lehman Loeb Art Center.
Savor world-class cuisine and craft beverages. Enjoy a memorable meal at The Culinary Institute of America. Stop by our farms and markets to taste fresh-to-the-table products. Tour and taste at our wineries, breweries and distilleries. Find out why we are Distinctly Dutchess! You’ll need more than a day! www.DutchessTourism.com ¤
Streetsboro - Located in the Heart of it All Offering Something for Everyone Year-Round! Streetsboro is directly off the Ohio Turnpike (I-80), Exit 187 and within minutes to Cleveland, Akron, Canton and Youngstown. It is also just a short drive to many of the area’s over 60 nearby attractions including Zip City USA, Boulder Creek Golf Club, Aurora Farms Premium Outlets, Woodcarved Art, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic
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Railroad and National Park, Kent State University Museum, Jack Cleveland Casino, Hard Rock Rocksino, zoos, parks, sporting activities, numerous annual events and much more. From festivals, concerts and fairs - Streetsboro puts you near all the action. Plus, we provide exceptional accommodations
suitable for any preference or budget at our 9 hotels and 2 campgrounds. We also have more than 40 restaurants providing an assortment of dining options. Streetsboro is Northeast Ohio’s Best Vacation Value and the ideal location for a memorable trip. ¤
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Experience a Montreal tradition! Hotel Ruby Foo’s is a 4-star hotel complex that boasts a dazzling décor, great facilities, splendid services and delectable dining. The hotel is rated one of the best Montreal Hotels and for the 7th consecutive year is the Experience a
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Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Free Local Calls Complimentary use of the Express Business Center & fully equipped fitness centre 24/7 Outdoor heated pool & Poolside dining (seasonal) Barber Shop, Restaurants Book online with Promo Code: GuestQuest for Special Rate 800-361-5419|www.HotelRubyFoos.com
proud winner of the “Consumer Choice” award in the independent Hotel category. Hotel Ruby Foo’s is located midway between downtown Montreal and the airport, just 1 block from the subway system. Guests enjoy complimentary parking, local calls, WiFi, business
center, 24-hour fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool with terrace (seasonal) and much more. The hotel also includes a barbershop and two restaurants. The spacious Deluxe bedrooms boast Beautyrest Excellence pillow-top mattresses and 100% white goose-down duvets.
For extended stays, Deluxe Hotel Ruby Foo’s Montreal Studio-kitchenettes are also 7655 Decarie Boulevard available. Toll free 1-800-361-5419 The hotel offers 5,000 sq. ft. of www.hotelrubyfoos.com meeting space in eight Banquet Halls. www.facebook.com/rubyfooshotel twitter.com/HotelRubyFoos ¤ Book online www.hotelrubyfoos.com with PROMO CODE GuestQuest to book your special rate.
Coldwater Country…Southern Michigan Fun! An area characterized by clear lakes, unique attractions, stunning architecture, quaint downtown shopping and a host of entertainment options is right around the corner in Coldwater Country. Set in the middle of the US 12 Heritage Trail in Southern Michigan, Coldwater Country is a haven for relaxation. Escape to one of the more than 100 fresh water lakes; ride the
rails on the Little River Railroad steam engine train; explore timeless Victorian downtowns and the countless antique shops in Michigan’s Antique Capital – Allen; take in a performance at the Tibbits Opera House or a movie at the ultimate drive-in experience at the Capri Drive-In; plus, a plethora of festivals and events throughout the year! Destination restaurants and
affordable lodging rounds out the area that is so close and so fun! This summer make family memories as you discover the must-see and do adventures in the communities that make up Coldwater Country – Allen, Bronson, Coldwater, Quincy, and Union City. 800-968-9333 www.ColdwaterCountry.com ¤
FLORIDA
So Many Beaches, So Much Fun in Florida As you plan your vacation, getting away from the cold weather just isn’t enough: You want your beach vacation to warm you to the bone, long enough to last long after you’ve returned home from your trip. So you’re on a quest for the perfect Sunshine State vacation: a Florida getaway. With the longest coastline in the contiguous United States, you have more than 1,300 miles of breathtaking Florida beaches and oceanic attractions from which to select. Whether traveling with the kids or enjoying your own time off, Florida vacation destinations are the perfect getaway for every size family. Any travel guide will tell you: Tourism and tourist attractions are Florida’s
specialty, as they welcome more winter and spring guests than any other vacation destination in the world. Many of the globe’s top theme parks are waiting for you to visit and have the vacation experience of a lifetime. Or for something a little “earthier”, you can tour the intriguing natural habitats and history of the tropical wetlands in the Florida Everglades. Or get up close and personal with the ocean and enjoy the best boating and fishing destinations in the world. Or simply warm your spirit on the multitude of beaches with your every need met by world-class hospitality specialists.
With miles and miles of beach vacation destinations, the Florida coast and Keys are the perfect spot for you to relax, recharge and enjoy the abundant pleasures of the ocean, both above and below the waterline. An abundance of resort hotels, cozy bed and breakfasts, or even quiet, private rentals can make your Florida vacation as fast or slow-paced as you prefer. Florida vacation destinations allow you to customize your experience so it perfectly suits your vacation needs. Whether family-friendly mild or wild, your quest for the perfect Florida vacation ends here. Let your adventure begin!
Manta Ray Inn 1715 S. Surf Rd. Hollywood, FL 33019 954-921-9666 • 1-800-255-0595 www.mantarayinn.com
Marine Villas 810 South Surf Rd. Hollywood Beach, FL 33019 954-923-1925 • 1-877-923-1925 www.marinevillas.com
Start a New Vacation Tradition with Moonspinner Your search is over for the prime vacation destination on Panama City Beach FL. Moonspinner Condominiums, where the beach and nature meet, located adjacent to St. Andrews State Park. We offer 24-hour security, two lighted PREMIER Tennis courts, heated pool, kiddie pool and hot tub, baseball/softball batting cage, exercise room, basketball, shuffleboard, FREE local, long distance and FREE WIFI in every room. New electric car charging stations. 4
Our seasonal beach service offers dolphin tours, wave runners, parasail rides and beach chair rentals. If you enjoy fishing, hiking, bicycling or just being part of nature, the St. Andrews State Park is the way to go. Nestled on the quiet end of the beach, you are only minutes away from fine dining, marinas and boat launching just to name a few. Let us make a new tradition for your family. Call or book online today! Moonspinner Condominiums 4425 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, Florida 32408 1-800-223-3947 www.Moonspinner.com ¤
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Experience the French Riviera with Condos in Destin, Florida If you are looking for the very best condo rentals, Edgewater Beach Condominium in Sandestin and Miramar Beach FL is the ultimate seaside vacation playground. With a touch of the French Riviera, the resort rises majestically beside the sparkling emerald waters, pristine white sands and fiery sunsets of Northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast.
Our unique architecture is a landmark along the Emerald Coast. The resort offers luxurious yet casual one-, two- and three-bedroom condos with private balconies overlooking lushly landscaped gardens and two shimmering pools (one heated), children’s pool, playground and Jacuzzi. Enjoy nearby boutique and outlet shopping, fine dining, spectacular golf and sport
fishing, beautiful sunsets or just relax in the Florida sun. Enjoy our resort’s many amenities, including FREE high-speed wireless internet, FREE beach set-up and FREE use of our state-of-the-art fitness center. Edgewater Beach Condominium 291 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach, Florida 32550 800-822-4929 www.edgewaterbeach.com ¤
Old Florida Charm at Bungalow Beach Resort on Anna Maria Island FL Arriving at the Bungalow Beach Resort on Anna Maria Island changes your mood almost immediately. When you pass through the property’s gazebo, you leave your worries behind, live in your bathing suit and sandals and relinquish yourself to peace and serenity. Each of the 15 charming cedar bungalows has been magically transformed into a romantic little getaway that preserves its 1930s clapboard construction and old Florida island charm. It’s a very relaxing place to stay. This beautiful place has bungalows that range from one room
studio to three-bedrooms, and convince you immediately that the feature white wicker furniture, and place is impeccably clean and fresh. the original architectural design of hardwood floors, bead-board walls Bungalow Beach Resort and wood-beamed cathedral ceilings. Anna Maria Island, FL 800-799-3601 Stepping inside one differs from most www.bungalowbeach.com ¤ hotels. The white and beige interiors
A Tropical Island Getaway on Florida’s Gulf Coast A variety of personal touches make you feel at home when staying at Siesta Key Bungalows From plush linens, to your basket full of embroidered towels, flowers and candy . . . each visitor enjoys simple,
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Bungalow Beach Resort Directly on the beach, nestled among the white-sand dunes, sea oats and coconut palms of Anna Maria Island, Bungalow Beach Resort offers 15 beautifully restored 1930s island-style 1, 2 & 3 bedroom bungalows ~ perfect for any size family. Enjoy a heated pool, private beach and much more!
upscale niceties that make this place special . . . without crossing the line of big, pretentious resorts. The homey feel and air of privacy leaves you often wondering if you might have the entire place to yourself. Located approximately 55 miles south of Tampa on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Siesta Key is an eight-mile-long barrier island connected to Sarasota by two bridges. While all the conveniences of modern life are easily accessible, Siesta Key is still remote enough to give one a feeling of old Florida. The beaches are refreshingly natural with white quartz sand perfect for castle building and it stays cool on hot days!
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Siesta Key Bungalows Siesta Key, FL 888-574-3782 www.siestakeybungalows.com ¤ Our 10 charming Bungalows are nestled within a tropical garden and offer large one-bedroom suites with full kitchens. Located less than a mile from the #1 Beach in America, as well as great shops & restaurants. Overlook peaceful Heron lagoon as you enjoy our pool, bicycle to the beach, kayak in the peaceful waters, or grab a fishing pole and relax on our dock. Near the #1 Whitest, Finest Sand Beach in the World.
800-779-3601 www.bungalowbeach.com 2000 Gulf Drive Anna Maria Island, FL 34217
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PENNSYLVANIA
Millcreek Mall: Your Stores, Your Mall, Experience it All! Some people just never get enough. They can shop all day and still crave more. They’ll find that craving satisfied…and then some…at the Millcreek Mall Complex in Erie, Pennsylvania. This is where they’ll find great names like Macy’s, Bon-Ton, JCPenney, H&M, Chico’s, At Home, Dick’s Sporting Goods and an all-new Boscov’s opening in the fall of 2017. In all, there
are more than 160 department stores, specialty shops, restaurants and hotels all in one place. If apparel is the object of your affection, the selection is astounding. There’s an added incentive to fill out your wardrobe: In this state, there’s no sales tax on most clothing items! A successful shopping expedition works up an appetite. That’s why there are more than two dozen
eateries to serve virtually every taste. Grab a coffee at Starbucks. Cheer on your team with massive sandwiches and a sports bar atmosphere at Primanti Brothers. Enjoy a romantic dinner at Firebirds. Sip a marvelous Margarita at Mad Mex, or savor the sushi at Aoyama Japanese Steak House. Whether it’s a quick snack or an elegant white-linen dinner, you’ll find it here.
Making a weekend of it? Get a It’s easy to get to the Millcreek good night’s sleep at one of the three Mall Complex, with quick access hotels on the complex. Millcreek Mall from Interstates 79 and 90. To learn more about is located just minutes away from the all this wonderful boating, fishing and sunbathing of retail destination has to offer, Lake Erie. Tourists flock to the area call 814-868-9000 year-round to enjoy the Presque Isle or visit online at: Downs Casino and Splash Lagoon, an www.millcreekmall.net. ¤ indoor water park.
Visit Greene County, Pennsylvania A trip to Greene County is truly a return to simpler times. Generations call this land home and are proud of its rich agricultural and coal mining history. Outdoor recreation is also a key part of Greene County’s appeal, offering dozens of activities and facilities to keep the young – and the young at heart – at play. Such a rich history is alive and well in Greene County, with numerous heritage sites spread across the county, including its seven covered bridges and multiple Mail Pouch
barns, callbacks to the turn of the twentieth century still standing today. Celebrations abound in Greene County, from the Covered Bridge Festival every September to Rain Day, which – much like those hoped-for drops of rain – always falls on July 29. We also mark two agricultural fairs, Greene County and Jacktown and a Bituminous Coal Show honoring the legacy of coal in our lives. There are several opportunities to catch extreme motor sports in Greene County. High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris hosts Round 4 of both the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship and the Wiseco ATV National Championship. The Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League’s Champions Tour at the Greene County Fairgrounds will bring the horsepower with Hot Rod Semi’s and Super Stock Tractors. For a chance to relax and enjoy the beauty of cars and motorcycles, there are several car shows scheduled all over Greene County throughout the year to enjoy such as the 50’s Fest & Car Cruise. Plan your visit at www.VisitGreene.org. ¤
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Summer Relaxation in Clearfield County PA Swing into summer at one of Clearfield County’s PGA rated golf courses or hit the waters for some quality fly fishing. Explore miles of protected streams where brook trout dance on the water, lakes that are streaming with bass and walleye and rivers with plenty of room for fly-fishing. Hit the open road on one of Visit Clearfield County’s recommended motorcycle rides or bring your kayak/canoe and enjoy the West Branch of the Susquehanna River or paddle one of our lakes and enjoy
breathtaking scenic views. Watch a blue heron snatch up a perch from the waters or watch a bald eagle soaring across the skies. Enjoy birding in Clearfield County backwoods all year long. Visit our website for road trips, coupons and the perfect place to spend the night. Like us on Facebook to share your backwoods. backroads. backwaters. experience. Visit Clearfield County Clearfield, PA 16830 814-765-5734 visitclearfieldcounty.org www.VisitClearfieldCounty.org ¤
Fairs, Festivals and more in Crawford County, PA When planning our vacations, we ALL look for value and how much we can get for our dollar. Look no further! Crawford County PA is just what you’re looking for. Pymatuning State Park is one of our most popular attractions. The park features a 17,088-acre reservoir, 25 modern lake front cabins, beach, hiking trails, snowmobile trails and over 600 campsites to choose from. The Park’s learning center has organized outdoor events that the whole family can enjoy. The
“Spillway” in the Park is a must see. Here ever summer huge carp gather for tourists to toss bread to start the feeding frenzy. The carp are so thick ducks walk on them. Next would be Conneaut Lake Park which will celebrate 125 years this year. With a large beach, lake front Hotel, water park, rides and the 50th oldest Wooden Roller Coasters in the world. Our Crawford County Fair is the largest Agricultural fair in Pennsylvania. ¤
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