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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 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 ¤
Have you Got Spring Fever? Are you making plans for your summer vacation? With warm weather creeping in, thoughts of celebrating with a getaway 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 visit www.GuestQuest.com 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 in Michigan and everything in between, you’ll find it here. What does your next trip look like? And there’s no shortage of accommodations either. From lake view yurts, to luxury hotels, to secluded cabins and chalets, GuestQuest has it. Visit our site to search vacation rentals, condos, inns, beach rentals, hotels, cabins, FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION ~ www.GuestQuest.com
and many other accommodation types. Pick your destination based on location, nearby things to do or accommodation preference. Find the perfect place to stay for your trip, and even some discounts just by mentioning that you saw their ad in GuestQuest. GuestQuest.com is the perfect place to plan your vacation. Looking for a destination with golf nearby? Got it! How about wineries or breweries? Got them too! Is there an event in the destination you are considering? Check our event calendar or visit the website of the destination or accommodation with the direct links on their listings. No matter what your family is looking for in your next vacation, the chances are great that you’ll find it with GuestQuest. Make this the year you find your perfect destination! Plan your vacation today! Visit www.GuestQuest.com for more information and links. TENNESSEE / KENTUCKY ~ SPRING 2019
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NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina – Where Perfection is 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
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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. ¤
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For five decades Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates has been providing families with the opportunity to vacation on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. By offering a wide range of vacation rentals located from Duck to South Nags Head with varying price points and amenities they are sure to have the perfect vacation Cherokee Indian, Harrah’s Casino, rental accommodation to match National Parks and Forests, and your family’s needs! The staff at Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates is what innumerable area attractions. Wildflower is the closest high- sets them apart, they always go elevation property to Atlanta—an easy two-hour drive north—and is only just an hour west of Asheville, the region’s urban hub. Wildflower is perfect for weekend getaways. Wildflower’s one- to five-acre ridge-top homesites traverse 2,200+ acres and offer sweeping mountain vistas. Contiguous trails wind through the community. Wildflower offers high-end, loghome, mountain retreats, with whirlpools, master suites on the main floor, stacked stone fireplaces, double vanities and mastercraftsmen details. Wildflower Cabin Rentals 1- 877-686-5263 www.wildflowercabinrentals.com
Wildflower Cabin Rentals in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains Wildflower Cabin Rentals custom vacation log homes in western North Carolina are an escape into nature and a retreat in vacation luxury. Hike, bike or raft the day away in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy amenities like the miles of hiking trails and the outdoor pool located at the Wildflower Clubhouse or simply take in the beauty of the surrounding nature right from the privacy of your own hot tub. Only five minutes from Franklin, N.C., a small, charming and thriving mountain town, Wildflower is a 2,200+ acre mountain community for the entire family—one- to five-acre homesites, clubhouse, gem mining, picnic areas, cookout pavilions, hiking trails and observation decks. Wildflower is just minutes away from Nantahala Gorge, the Cherokee Indian Reservation, Museum of the
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
that extra mile to ensure that their guests & homeowners receive the best service possible. Let Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates be your choice for vacation rentals and trust them to make your family vacation into a long-lived tradition. Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates Vacation Rentals Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 800-552-6257 www.joelambjr.com ¤
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FLORIDA
The Sunshine State Offers Something for Everyone Known as the “Sunshine State” because of its balmy, sunny weather, Florida has more theme parks, entertainment centers and sport activities than any other part in the country. Its fantasy theme parks and attractions, exciting nightlife and leisurely days on the best beaches
in the world make it an ideal place for vacations. Thousands of beautiful lakes and magnificent rivers and its 1,350 miles of coastline make it ideal for boating, sailing, fishing, diving, snorkeling and swimming. For a sportsperson, Florida is a vacation paradise. Its warm summers and
mild winters make it possible to enjoy boating, camping, golfing and water sports. The beaches are some of the finest in the world and have been rated among the top ten each year in Dr. Beach’s America’s Best Beach list each year. They are rated among the
best for beauty, facilities and ease of access. With the many miles of coastline and the hundreds of natural lakes, Florida offers much for boaters. It is ideal for power-boating, sailing, kayaking, water-skiing, wake boarding, wind surfing and canoeing.
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.
The Summerhouse is located on The Summerhouse your “home away the east end of Panama City Beach, from home.” just minutes from restaurants, The Summerhouse Condo attractions, fishing, boating, golf and 6505 Thomas Drive shopping. Panama City Beach, FL 32408 Don’t settle for a “regular” beach 1-800-354-1112 rental when you can enjoy your family vacation at the Summerhouse. Make www.summerhousepc.com ¤
Like fishing? You will find bass fishing, inshore saltwater and flats fishing and offshore saltwater fishing if you want to catch the “big ones.” You may bring your own boat or charter one. Common and popular game fish include the sailfish and blue marlin. Travel tip: Visit during the offseason, May through October, to avoid crowds and packed attractions. ¤
Northwest Florida’s Premier Beachfront Vacation DESTINation! Creating an unforgettable beach vacation experience...that’s what Destin Gulfgate is all about. Whether your toes are in the emerald green waters, you’re sitting in one of our loungers on the beach or you are enjoying the view from your balcony, relaxing begins immediately.
Destin Gulfgate’s luxurious beachfront condos are among the largest 2-bedroom condos in Destin and offer the ultimate family beach vacation on the Emerald Coast. All units have a 30’ private balcony offering panoramic views of Destin’s
sugar white beaches and the crystalclear waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the privacy of our exclusive beach access while in the heart of Destin. Destin Gulfgate guests enjoy a newly constructed beachside pavilion and picnic area, zero-entry
pool, fitness center with Gulf views, free beach set-up (March through November), property-wide highspeed wireless Internet, reception facility, gated entry to property and beach access, and more! ¤
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, exercise room, basketball, shuffleboard, FREE local, long distance and FREE WIFI in every room. New electric car charging stations. 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 ¤
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. 4
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 ¤
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ILLINOIS
Discover Small-Town America – Jacksonville, Illinois Centrally located between St. Louis and Chicago and only thirtyfive minutes west of Springfield, Jacksonville, Illinois is a community rich in historical treasures, thriving arts, education and culture all wrapped in Midwest hospitality. Come enjoy the unexpected! From our Civil War and Abraham Lincoln
connections to our newly renovated downtown, the area offers something for everyone. The City’s rich heritage includes numerous interesting sites that help make history relevant to old and new generations. Destination choices include Underground Railroad sites, Downtown murals, Historic Homes
Walking Tour, the Governor Joseph Duncan Mansion, David Strawn Art Gallery and the Voices of Jacksonville Audio Tour where you can listen to stories about Abraham Lincoln. Looking for unique shopping, dining or lodging? Visit www.jacksonvilleil.org or call 1-800-593-5678 to request your tourist information packet. ¤
ALABAMA
Uncover a Family Friendly Spring Break along Alabama’s Gulf Coast Why are college coeds the only ones who get a spring break? Blast to the past (minus the 80s hair and leg warmers) with a rejuvenating spring vacation to the Alabama Gulf Coast. Bypass the wild college destinations for the 32 miles of family friendly shores in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. This southernmost
tip of Alabama is conveniently located six interstate hours from Atlanta and attracts nearly 4.7 million visitors annually with its easy-going coastal atmosphere that offers plenty to see and do. With wide, powdery soft beaches, many beach bums in training perfect the art of doing nothing while others take the more active approach of parasailing, beach volleyball, football or a friendly game of Frisbee. Regardless of the choice, the area offers a variety of beaches, ranging from action-packed to quiet seclusion. Parents with little ones or the sometimes-grumpy teenager flock to the local attractions, such
as the water and amusement parks, miniature golf or even the internationally known zoo, which was featured on the Animal Planet. History buffs find a rich collection of historic sites and charming local museums. Meanwhile, nature lovers can take a guided tour through the state park or wander through the refuge’s serene trails. Also, visitors cannot leave Pleasure Island without at least one maiden voyage on the area’s waterways, whether it’s landing the first catch aboard a charter boat or setting sail on a nature or dolphin watching cruise. Plus, the adults are not left out of the fun as the area offers signature
golf courses and a shopping basket For more information on these full of lifestyle centers and charming events or the Alabama Gulf Coast, beachside boutiques. check out www.gulfshores.com, or Spring visitors might wish to party call the local vacation with an outdoor concert as The Wharf planning specialists at presents Jimmy Buffett and the Coral 1-800-745-SAND (7263). Reefers (April 23) and Kenny Chesney (April 27). Fall in love with a hotrod Courtesy of the at the Bama Coast Cruise (April 25Alabama Gulf Coast CVB ¤ 27). Meanwhile, birds of a feather flock to the annual spring banding at Fort Morgan (April), or take a guided tour at the refuge (multiple dates). Finally, kick off the summer season at the Hangout Music Festival, May 17-19. Located directly on the sand, enjoy three days of nonstop concerts performed on multiple full-size stages just steps from the Gulf.
Alabama Gulf Coast: Close, Yet Miles Away Alabama Gulf Coast is where you want to be! Close to everything, yet miles away. Orange Beach and Gulf Shores AL vacation rentals provide a magnificent, sparkling white sandy beach where mild temperatures greet visitors year-round. Listen to the sound of the surf, unwind and release the tension, or experience our vast sporting and recreational
activities, fresh seafood and great shopping that the Gulf Coast area has to offer. The magical beauty of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach AL is more than you can imagine. Let Sugar Sands Realty & Management, an Orange Beach and Gulf Shores AL vacation rentals company, help you find the perfect accommodations for your vacation. With exceptional vacation rentals and
sugar white beaches, you’ll discover plenty of magnificent lodging options, including rental condominiums. Visit us online for special offers and packages. We’re everything you want from your vacation! Sugar Sands Realty & Management 800.824.6462 www.sugsands.com ¤
A Healthy Dose of Southern Hospitality with Anchor Vacations At Anchor Vacations, we strive to give you a healthy dose of the southern hospitality that we are known for! With Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama vacation rentals available at rates anyone can afford, our properties vary from beautiful luxurious gulf front condos or private homes to comfortable, TENNESSEE / KENTUCKY ~ SPRING 2019
quiet getaway cottages on the Little Lagoon just minutes from beautiful sugar white beaches. Spring and Summer guests receive our free amenities package! This includes 1 free adult pass that can be used daily for the free dolphin cruises, a free fishing charter or admission to the famous Waterville
U.S.A. waterpark (some restrictions may apply). Enjoy these activities as well as sandy beaches, tasty seafood restaurants, souvenir shops and The Tanger Outlet Mall. Our goal is to make your expectations of a dream vacation come true, with memories that will last for years to come. ¤
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TENNESSEE
Northeast Tennessee’s Green County – Rich Heritage…Friendly People A vacation destination… A city rich in historical beauty… A small community feel … That’s what you will find in Greeneville, Tennessee’s second oldest town, the home of the seventeenth president of the United States, Andrew Johnson and the birthplace of celebrated hero, Davy Crockett. Tour Andrew Johnson’s early home and homestead, wander through his museum and visit
Monument Hill where he is laid to rest. Visit David Crockett Birthplace State Park with its replica of the cabin in which he was born. The park also includes the Visitor’s Center and Museum, campsites, swimming pool and three scenic picnic areas. Visit historical churches or where General John Hunt Morgan was shot and killed in 1864. In downtown, find the new City Garage Car Museum with a diverse collection of cars
including a 1914 Ford Brass T Model or the Greeneville Antique Mall located on Depot Street. The Greeneville Greene County History Museum offers an Andrew Johnson Gallery, Paths to Freedom exhibit, a 20th Century AfricanAmerican gallery and more. Historic Greeneville also boasts of an historic hotel located right in the heart of downtown – created from
four interconnected “Railroad Hotels” dating from the late 1800s. From the Appalachian Trail and the Cherokee National Forest to Margarette Falls and Paint Creek, from horseback riding and camping to biking and hiking, Greeneville has it all, including four public courses featuring majestic mountain views, rolling hills and plush greens. Greeneville has 17 sites along the Appalachian Quilt Trail that feature
farms, bed and breakfasts, agri tourism sites and many more. Enjoy a gift shop, picnic and fresh produce at Still Hollow Farm or pick pumpkins and get lost in a “Corn Maze” at Myers Pumpkin Patch. If it is a relaxing vacation getaway or a night out with loved ones, Greeneville is your next destination. Visit www.VisitGreenevilleTN. com or call 423-638-4111 for your free visitor guide. ¤ See ad on back cover
Enjoy a Houseboat Vacation on Center Hill Lake at Hurricane Marina Welcome to Hurricane Marina, your new favorite way to vacation on Center Hill Lake, TN. Rent one of our houseboats and get closer to nature while still having all the comforts of home. Look from the front deck of your houseboat, and see acres of beautiful, pristine Center Hill Lake, while on the inside you have the best luxuries. Lots of private coves, nestled
amongst beautiful lush foliage, make Center Hill Lake one of the country’s most beautiful houseboating destinations. No waiting in lines or stressful crowds. Just you, your family and a lake waiting for your adventure. Our houseboats are equipped with amenities that include air conditioning, TVs, DVD players, water slides and private state rooms.
78th Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival Join us for the 78th Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival in Portland, TN on May 11, 2019! The Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival brings 25,000+ people together to celebrate the importance of the strawberry industry to Portland’s heritage. This year’s theme is “Berried Treasure.” Enjoy free live music, over 100 food and craft vendors, bingo, inflatables and activities for kids, carnival, 5K walk/run, mascot race and more including a meet & greet with “Captain Jack Sparrow.” There
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No matter how you explore it, Center Hill Lake’s miles of twisty green shoreline will keep you coming back year after year! Hurricane Marina on Center Hill Lake is the perfect destination for you. Hurricane Marina Cedar Hill Lake, TN 931-858-2221 hurricanemarina.net ¤
will be a parade at 4pm followed by a free concert at 6:30pm featuring Lee Gibson with a firework display to end the night! There is free admission to the festival, as well as free parking and shuttle to the festival area at Portland High School. We hope you will join us to enjoy the events, the food, the community and the smalltown feel. Visit www. MiddleTNStrawberryFestival.com for a full event schedule and more information! ¤
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Enjoy Your Next Smoky Mountain Experience at Island Drive Lodge We invite you to create your next memorable vacation at Island Drive Lodge in Pigeon Forge, TN. Located steps away from The Island our hotel offers an incredible value for couples, families, groups, and outdoors enthusiasts visiting the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether you are shopping at Tanger Outlets, enjoying a fun day at
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Dollywood’s Theme Parks, or taking pleasure in the beauty of the National Park, our hotel provides the perfect hub to craft your getaway. Our recently renovated 136 rooms, including connecting rooms and fireplace suites, offer minifridges, microwaves, coffee makers, iron/ ironing boards, and free Wi-Fi. You may also choose to relax by our
outdoor pool or fire pit overlooking the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel at the center of The Island. Whichever experience you choose, our team will be ready to assist you in having an exceptional stay. www.islanddrivelodge.com (855) 245-8166 ¤ See ad below
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Bell Buckle, Tennessee – Close, but A World Away! Nestled away among the rolling hills of Tennessee, is the historic town of Bell Buckle with its tree lined streets and charming downtown area. This sweet Southern town is a destination for antiques, handmade crafts, country music, festivals, home-cooking, and its friendly locals.
Bell Buckle’s beginnings started in 1852 as a railroad town and has changed little since then. Though the train doesn’t run through it anymore, Bell Buckle has become a mecca for day trippers. Known for their RC Cola & MoonPie Festival and Webb Art & Craft Show, this small town has a big personality. Grab
lunch at the world-famous Bell Buckle Café, shop for antiques at the Mom and Pop stores and make sure to grab a photo of the famous quilt on the downtown parking lot. Bell Buckle is like taking a trip back in time. Bell Buckle, TN - Close to home but a world away! ¤ See ad on previous page
INDIANA
Create Spring Memories in Indiana Looking for something to do a little closer to home this year? Looking to make your dollar stretch further, but still create Spring Break memories? Try on these fun, semi-outdoor, wearyourself-out activities. Go caving - Indiana has four Marengo Cave, Indiana Caverns, Bluespring Caverns and Squire Boone Caverns. All offer tours daily, but each offers something a little extra - try spelunking (cave exploring) at
Marengo, a boat ride at Indiana, overnight at Bluespring or explore the village above ground at Squire Boone. Go fishing - on Lake Michigan. Bring your pole and charter a boat for a big catch. You still might need a jacket though for those cold lakeeffect winds. Go Geocaching - grab a treasure map (your GPS device) and look for treasure. Some of Indiana’s hot spots
are in South (Mitchell) and North (Shipshewana, Warsaw & Plymouth). Find more at Geocaching.com. Don’t have a GPS device? Northern Indiana’s destinations will provide one. Go explore - at a state park. Indiana State Parks offer lots to explore, places to stay and fun things to learn. Brown County State Park offers indoor water fun, Turkey Run State Park has great hiking trails and
“Relive the Story” of Indiana’s Territorial Past in Knox County Indiana Vincennes is Indiana’s First City and an ideal get away for history enthusiasts. Enjoy a number of festivals and special events throughout the year. Our showcase of historic sites includes: the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park; Grouseland - William Henry Harrison’s Mansion and Museum, and the Indiana Territory Capitol. Visit
the Indiana Military Museum to tour its newly opened Annex, the 22,000 square foot space spans WWI through post-Vietnam War. Take a stroll down our historic Main Street and visit art galleries, restaurants and ladies’ boutiques. Entertain yourself at the Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy and you will be sure to leave with a smile.
Spring Mill State Park offers historical village exploration. Go shopping - Grab a great deal (or two or three) at one of these outlets: Edinburgh Premium Outlet, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets or The Outlet Shoppes at Fremont. Go train - Take a scenic train ride on one of seven Indiana railroads - Whitewater Valley Railroad (Connersville), CKS Railroad (Knightstown), French Lick Scenic Railway, Hesston Steam Railroad (La Porte), Indiana Transportation
Museum (Noblesville), Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum (North Judson) and the Spirit of Jasper (Jasper). Or try all seven. All offer themed rides, such as dinner trains, train robberies, festival and holiday trains. Whatever the experience, you’ll love restarting your Spring Break engine in Indiana! This article courtesy the Indiana Office of Tourism Development. Visit www.VisitIndiana.com or call 1-800-677-9800 for more information.
Our lodging ranges from topnotch hotels to scenic cabins and charming bed and breakfasts. Knox County also offers great parks and golf courses. Vincennes / Knox County VTB Vincennes, IN 47591 800-886-6443 www.VisitVincennes.org ¤
Enjoy a Weekend Getaway to Dubois County! Dubois County is the perfect summer destination. For outdoor enthusiast, the 8,800-acre Patoka Lake offers fishing, boating,
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swimming, and water-skiing and is architecture, historic attractions, surrounded by 26,000 acres of DNR great shopping, and destination property that is perfect for exploring. golfing! Enjoy unique festivals, grand While in the area, also be sure to tour the awe-inspiring Monastery Immaculate Conception, a castlelike structure featuring a beautiful domed church. Be sure to catch a game on League Stadium! Filmed in the movie, “A League of Their Own,” starring Tom Hanks and Geena Davis, League Stadium hosts the Dubois County Bombers baseball team. The peaches will entertain the fans as the baseball team where retro style uniforms that will bring you back to era depicted in the movie. Also, be sure to climb aboard the Spirit of Jasper Train for a ride and dine excursion. For more information, go to www.visitduboiscounty.com. ¤ FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION ~ www.GuestQuest.com
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SOUTH CAROLINA
A South Carolina Vacation is Calling While seasonally cool springs may persist in some northern regions, summer arrives earlier in South Carolina. So the warm weatherlover in you can take your vacation getaway whenever you’re ready. And who’s not ready for South Carolina’s endless selection of mountain ranges, forests, lakes and oceanic adventures. South Carolina’s southern charm always sparkles outdoors, and also in the warm, welcoming hospitality of Carolina natives. Enjoy the abundant outdoors in the country and at the beach, but don’t forget to plan for great events while you’re in South Carolina. The Run to the Sun Car Show, one of the largest in the Southeast, brings thousands of classic cars to Myrtle Beach for a weekend-long event starting Thursday March 21st. Kickoff your summer in North Myrtle Beach during the month of May. The 14th Annual Mayfest on Main® festival will feature some of the best live musical acts, art, craft and food vendors, a community stage and a children’s area. Bring a beach
chair to this family event to enjoy a day on Main Street, Saturday, May 11, 2019. Browse local shops while strolling the street for one of a kind beach memories. The festival begins at 10 a.m. and continues until 6 p.m. You are sure to have a day full of fun with the family. And every July Conway hosts their Riverfest with a parade, fireworks, bands and more.
This historic southern state is also steeped in centuries of traditions with many more locations and destinations to explore, many that offer tours of pre-civil war sites. After your history lesson, enjoy fine Carolina dining, or southern-style cooking, and plenty of shopping and nightlife await you in South Carolina’s vacation destinations.
Whether on the hiking trail or the golf trail, there’s no end to the sporting and cultural experience you will have on your South Carolina vacation. And then it’s time to relax on miles and miles of flawless South Carolina coastline. From the tip of North Myrtle Beach to the relaxed atmosphere of Hilton Head Island,
you’ll find the perfect beach to explore, swim and fish. Chose your experience at South Carolina’s top resorts, or rent a beach home, or stay at a cozy bed and breakfast. GuestQuest is your tour guide to all the best vacation destinations South Carolina has to offer. Let your adventure begin!
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. 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 choices of hotel, cottage and condo rentals, as well as package deals 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. Much of the coast is protected wildlife refuges until the Charleston area, itself a world-class destination for lovers of history and architecture but also home to popular beach destinations such as Wild Dunes Resort and the Isle of Palms to the north of town and Folly Beach and its popular public beach just to the south. Next up going south is storied Edisto Island. Live oaks draped with Spanish moss overhang the narrow highway across the big island to Edisto Beach, long beloved for its great shelling. The park also has a robust environmental education center, camping and cabins.
Then there’s the Beaufort area. The big park has four miles of beach, cabins and thousands of acres of maritime forest and marsh for exploring. It even has a historic, 100foot lighthouse. At the south end of South Carolina’s coast is Hilton Head, a golf and tennis haven. Hilton Head is world famous for its plantation resorts, which combine beachfront dining, pools and cabanas with tennis, a range of accommodations and public and private golf. 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
Thomas Beach Vacations Offers Spacious Myrtle Beach Houses in SC When is the last time you took a real family beach vacation—the kind that results in sunburned noses, ice cream in the middle of the day, and evenings watching fireworks over the sea? The ultimate result is lifelong memories and photos viewed over and over for generations. Thomas Beach Vacations of North Myrtle Beach, S.C. wants to exceed your expectations in service and quality accommodations and make
those special escapes with family and friends extraordinary. Our selection of nearly 430 properties—oceanfront homes, villas and condominiums—is sure to put the perfect rental at your fingertips. Whatever the size of your group— select from one to eight bedrooms with amenities such as private pools, lazy rivers, spas, workout rooms, game and theater rooms, hot tubs, grills—many within walking
distance of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Wait, Fido is a part of the family vacation, too. No worries, we also have pet-friendly rentals available. We look forward to welcoming you at Thomas Beach Vacations and turning your vacation into a lifetime of wonderful memories and traditions. Be sure to book your next vacation now with Thomas Beach Vacations at NMBVacations.com. ¤
Where Families Come to Play: Edisto Beach Vacation Rentals Just south of Charleston is South Carolina’s best kept secret. Edisto Beach is one of the last noncommercial Sea Islands on the Coast and is famed for many things including beaches that are perfect for shelling, creeks teeming with shrimp, crabs and fish, age-old oak trees draped with Spanish moss, abundant nature preserves and its laid-back 10
way of life. The charms of Edisto are immediately apparent once you cross the bridge onto the island and they keep visitors coming back year after year. Once discovered, Edisto does not let you go. Check out edistorealty.com for information on the many vacation homes and villas on the ocean, creeks, saltmarsh or golf course. We
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are sure we can find one that suits you and your family needs. Come on down and once you cross the bridge to the island you will be hooked on the “Edisto Feeling.” Edisto Sales & Rentals Realty 1405 Palmetto Blvd. Edisto Island, SC 29438 1-800-868-5398 www.edistorealty.com ¤ TENNESSEE / KENTUCKY ~ SPRING 2019
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