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MARYLAND
Vacation is Calling you to Queen Anne’s County, MD
Located 40 miles from Washington D.C., Queen Anne’s County, MD is embraced by over 200 miles of panoramic waterways and acres of pastoral landscape. Discover the tranquility of a lifestyle that always feels like vacation Vacation is calling you... Stay in a desirable waterfront location, quaint bed & breakfast, historic inn or have an elite boutique hotel experience. Whether you are planning a friend’s trip or a romantic getaway…we guarantee great locations with incredible views!
Drink Maryland June 16, 2018 125pm Historic Downtown Centreville, Maryland – Lawyers Row &Broadway http://www.marylandwineevents. com/drinkmaryland Drink Maryland, a Maryland Makers Festival is an exclusive Eastern Shore event produced by event partners: the Maryland Wineries Association (MWA) and the Town of Centreville. It is a premier outdoor food and wine, cider, beer and spirits event featuring local farmers, produce, music, food, artisans, fine arts and authors. It is
the second regional location for the branded event created by MWA. The goal of Drink Maryland is to showcase the craft beverage industry and raise awareness for other local products created by Maryland makers Paddlepalooza July 14, 2018 9:00am-4pm “Paddle the Peninsula” https://www.bayrestoration.org/ paddlepalooza/ Chesapeake Environmental Center | 600 Discovery Lane, Grasonville, MD 21638
History buffs will uncover stories of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad, rural life, sports and distinguished personalities from the past. Classic car meets, rallies, and shows are also regularly on the calendar. Caroline’s small towns are hubs of shopping and dining activity. Visit galleries, boutiques and the arts center. Taste the local flavors in
fine dining while overlooking the Choptank River, take a cooking class or visit a winery. Extend your stay with an evening at a waterfront Bed & Breakfast, then wake up to find yourself in the Land of Pleasant Living. Visit Caroline County. You belong here! www.visitcaroline.org ¤
Experience the wonders of the wetlands that surround the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center in Grasonville, MD during this unique opportunity to circumnavigate the “Horsehead Peninsula.” This 3-mile, safety supported paddle will give you a new perspective of CBEC as you paddle through waters of Cabin Creek, Kent Narrows and Marshy Creek, while offering a celebration of your aquatic Chesapeake adventure
at CBEC’s Lakeside Pavilion following the paddle. Entertainment, Food, and Brews will await the participants at a lively after party! Registered Participants will receive a BOTTOMLESS BEER CUP. A Beer Truck will be on site pouring. Spectators can buy a Bottomless Beer Cup for $15! Queen Anne’s County www.visitqueenannes.com ¤
Explore Caroline County Located on the Maryland’s Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, Caroline County beckons you to explore. Caroline offers miles of pristine waterways, curving country roads, two state parks, outstanding shooting, hunting and fishing facilities, a 400-acre native garden and numerous farms, from alpacas and horses to vineyards and vegetables.
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County of Kent – A Scenic Peninsula A scenic peninsula, on Maryland’s Upper Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, the County of Kent is less than a two-hour drive from Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Annapolis and Northern Virginia. Quaint waterfront towns, including Historic Chestertown, Rock Hall, Galena, Betterton and Millington, offer sunset cruise charters, small beaches, kayaking, fishing charters, boating, sailing, museums, theaters, art galleries, shopping along tree-lined brick sidewalks, antiquing, terrific restaurants, winery, distillery,
farmers’ and artisans’ market, local seafood and more. Chestertown boasts Maryland’s second largest collection of 18th century structures. Catch a show at The Garfield Center for the Arts at Prince Theatre in Chestertown and the Mainstay in Rock Hall, which feature local to internationally renowned performers. While driving Maryland’s first National Scenic Byway, you will find stretches of low rolling farmland, dramatic sunsets, scenic beauty, rich heritage and some of the United States’ most quaint and beautiful towns. ¤
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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 4
breakfast bar overlooking the Atlantic Visit www.DaysInnJekyll.com to Ocean. learn more about our many specials This moderately priced sparkling and packages – also sign up for our oceanfront hotel in Jekyll Island, GA last minute “Hot Deals!” offers many things for guests to enjoy while at the hotel and on the island Days Inn & Suites – great beach access, two spacious 60 S. Beachview Drive swimming pools – one of which is Jekyll Island, GA 31527 heated seasonally, kiddie pool, hot toll free: 888-635-3003 tub, grilling, picnic areas and a new Direct Line: 912-635-9800 fire pit. Bike rentals on property. Fax: 912-635-2287 ¤ FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION ~ www.GuestQuest.com
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NEW YORK
It May Be Unexpected but It’s Distinctly Dutchess!
May 19-20 brings the Northeast Outdoors Show to the Dutchess County Fairgrounds. Search for gifts at Crafts at Rhinebeck June 23-24. Be thrilled by hot air balloons July 6-8 at the Hudson Valley Balloon Festival. Load up the car for the Dutchess County Fair, August 21-26. They’re all in Rhinebeck, along with Car Shows, Antique Shows and the Hudson
Valley Food & Wine Fest, September 8-9. Bring a blanket to the Oldies WGNY 98.9 FM Concert Series at Bowdoin Park. Celebrate America’s pastime starting June 21 at a Hudson Valley Renegades game, Dutchess Stadium, Fishkill. Family friendly fun includes airshows at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. Keep
cool at Splashdown Beach Water Park. Rainy day? Stroll Dia: Beacon’s galleries. Tour the Dutchess Craft Beverage Trail. Plan your summer getaway with our Travel Itineraries. The FREE Dutchess Destination Guide is your best source for information about each area of the county. ¤
VIRGINIA
Explore Scott County VA
Scott County VA is a playground for young and old alike, with everything from hiking and biking to fishing, hunting and live music. It’s a “natural” for history buffs, nature enthusiasts and vacationers of all types. Located between the rolling hills of east Tennessee and the mountainous land of Virginia’s coal country, Scott County offers the best of both worlds. The peaks and valleys offer some of the most beautiful scenery in the region.
Recreational activities include biking, fishing, hiking, hunting and more. Cyclists can ride through Scott County’s scenic roads and trails. Enjoy the twist, turns and inclines on the Clinch River Highway or the popular flatter route along the A.P. Carter Highway. There are an endless range of options for hikers. The trails offer multi-day backpacking trips down the Chief Benge Scout Trail to half hour jaunts to vistas on the Bear Rock
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Trail. Take in the mountain views, sparkling waterfalls and forest floors dotted with wildflowers. Whatever your preference, you will find warm friendly folks just waiting to make your stay as pleasant as possible. We want you to feel at home here. Scott County Virginia Tourism 336 Water Street Gate City, VA 24251 276-386-6521 www.explorescottcountyva.org
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OHIO
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 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 ¤
NORTH CAROLINA
Engage your Senses on North Carolina’s Coast Eastern North Carolina is ready to tempt you with more than 300 miles of sandy beaches and two national seashores. Get lost beachcombing, exploring lighthouses, boating, or playing in the ocean. The pristine landscape of the North Carolina coast is made for relaxation and rejuvenation. Engage your senses at Cape Hatteras, named one of 2014’s “Ten Best Beaches in the US” by
Dr. Beach, the county’s first national seashore and try some board surfing or beachcombing. Climb any of the coastal lighthouses for amazing ocean views. Visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk and stand where the Wright brothers took flight. While in Kitty Hawk, go fly a kite on the beach, or pick up a surfboard or kayak and experience the Outer Banks from a different vantage point. Watch wild horses run free along towering dunes and stretching shores in Corolla, a must see sight. Charter a fishing boat out of Nags Head and try your luck
catching cobia, flounder or mackerel. If relaxation is on your agenda, head out to any of the beaches and enjoy the rolling sand dunes and the sound of waves crashing. Eastern North Carolina features charming small towns where you can appreciate life at an easier, relaxed pace. Stroll through unique NC coastal towns to shop and dine on the catch of the day. Experience the scenic beauty of Coastal North Carolina along the sandy beaches of the Crystal Coast and climb the Cape Lookout National Seashore Lighthouse. Visit historic sites
featuring Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts. Take in a sunrise and sunset at Brunswick Islands where south facing beaches allow you to see both. Check out the Crystal Coast for the nation’s best wreck diving. Enjoy the sound of the waves rolling in; appreciate the sunsets, sand between your toes and feeling of bliss at Emerald Isle Beach. Check out the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington. Visit New Bern and explore the Birthplace of Pepsi, Tryon Palace and the Firemen’s Museum. Bike, hike, camp, or kayak the Intracoastal Waterway. Spend the
day swimming and playing at Topsail or Ocean Isle Beach. See newly hatched baby sea turtles begin their journey to the sea. Tee off at any of the thirty championship golf courses in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. Whether you’re looking for a daring outdoor adventure or a more relaxing escape, a Coastal North Carolina vacation will fill your days with new experiences and unforgettable memories. When the sun sets, you’ll find many popular hotels, as well as beach house rentals to rest up for another day. VisitGuestQuest.com to plan your trip to Carolina’s Coast.
Blue Heron Realty Offers Ocracoke Island Vacation Rentals From the moment you step off the ferry, to the moment you look back over your shoulder to say goodbye, you’ll realize that Ocracoke Island North Carolina is a unique
place. Sunsets, seashells, great Ocracoke’s Blue Heron Realty, fishing and some of the loveliest our locally owned rental company, beaches in the world make this place welcomes you to our island home. easy to fall in love with. Our staff takes great pride in this oneof-a-kind place. Whether a couple, small family or groups of fishermen, our goal is to help you make lifelong memories. We will help make your time on Ocracoke as relaxing or exciting as you choose.
Let Blue Heron be your partner in planning your next family vacation and your future memories. We look forward to sharing our island with you and your family. Blue Heron Realty Ocracoke Island, NC 866-576-7117 www.BlueHeronVacations.com ¤ See ad next page
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 Road, Suite 108 Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 800-497-5463 www.cbcoastline.com rentals@cbcoastline.com ¤
that you will remember for many years to come and that you will want to return to again and again. Please call our office at 800-338-4775, if you need assistance or if you need any additional information that is not provided on our website. Dolphin Realty 56821 NC HWY 12 Hatteras Island, NC 27943 800-338-4775 www.dolphinrealtyhatteras.com ¤ See ad next page
Make Your Beach Vacation Dreams Come True on Topsail Island, North Carolina 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. 6
Dolphin Realty: A Vacation to Remember! Dolphin Realty Hatteras Village NC has been accommodating vacationers for over 27 years with its vacation rentals. We are a small company, which allows us to give our guests and owners that special attention. Our rentals are from Avon to Hatteras and range in size from One Room Efficiencies to Four Bedrooms. Our friendly staff is ready to assist you in planning your Hatteras Island Vacation. We make every effort to make sure that your vacation is one
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WEST VIRGINIA
Enjoy a Wild and Wonderful Getaway When You Visit West Virginia
An outdoor playground with rich traditions, epic adventures and mountain heritage, West Virginia’s diverse destinations provide visitors with experiences that will make lasting memories. Craft a West Virginia getaway to connect with your family and friends and enjoy all that a vacation in the Mountain State has to offer. Drive the winding mountain roads – by car, or better yet, on motorcycle and see the Allegheny, Appalachian and Cumberland Mountains, the Cabwaylingo, Calvin Price, Camp Creek, Coopers Rock, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Kumbrabow, and Seneca State Forests, and the Monongahela National Forest. Nearly the entire state provides options for outdoor recreation, stunning overlooks and scenic byways. Explore 11 major rivers, many perfect for whitewater rafting, venture down into Seneca Caverns or Smoke Hole Caverns, and scale rock faces at Seneca Rocks in the Mountain Highlands or Coopers Rock State Park. Zip line through the treetops on canopy tours, boat, swim
or fish at places like Summersville Lake or ride a scenic railroad like Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad or Potomac Eagle Train Excursions in Grant County. Check out Canaan Valley’s world-class skiing or ATV in Mercer County and the HatfieldMcCoy Mountains Region. Rich heritage is a trademark of West Virginia and you’ll find no shortage of mountain music, fine arts and handcrafts made by local artisans such as Blenko Glass in Huntington – Cabell County and Ron Hinkle Glass in Buckhannon- Upshur County. If it is live culture that feeds your craving for the arts, enjoy live productions at the Apollo Civic Theatre in MartinsvilleBerkeley County, or the Contemporary American Theater Festival at Shepherd University – voted one of the“50 Essential Summer Festivals” by The New York Times. The sounds of West Virginia’s roots play at the Veterans Bluegrass Festival in Wetzel County. Historic treasures such as Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park in Greater Parkersburg,
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frontier-era forts, Civil War cemeteries, Pricketts Fort State Park in Marion County, the ancestral home of Stonewall Jackson and Grave Creek Native American Burial Mound connect visitors with long past eras. Haunted history abounds as well at places such as the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Stonewall Country – Lewis County and the former West Virginia Penitentiary in Moundsville – Marshall County. Inside the Green Bank Science Center in Pocahontas County, you can enjoy an exhibit hall, gift shop, and café in addition to special events and tours. The interactive, hands-on exhibits explore the electromagnetic spectrum, radio science, and site history. It is the starting point for your guided tour of the Green Bank Observatory site. If it is the thrill of lady luck’s good fortune, you’ll find that on a West Virginia vacation too! Casinos and Greyhound racing in places like Wheeling, Thoroughbred racing, and other games of chance will fill your appetite for entertainment.
Plan ahead and search out unique lodging such as a yurt or tree house vacation rental, or stick with the tried and true, but no less accommodating options of campgrounds, national brand hotels or vacation rentals. West Virginia vacation rentals may include small cabins to deluxe lodges in your choice of scenic and secluded locations. Luxurious amenities such as hot tubs, fireplaces or spas will
make your West Virginia stay even more enjoyable. Whether you’re gaming at a casino, hunting for game in the great outdoors, riding the rapids or the rails, reliving history or enjoying live entertainment, a West Virginia vacation is a getaway that you’ll never forget! Visit West Virginia and make this the year for your epic adventure!
Everyday Extraordinary in Berkeley County, WV Shake off the winter winds and bask in the sun as spring brings new life to the outdoors and opportunities in Berkeley County, WV. Experience the county’s natural beauty and rugged outdoors, the bountiful farmers markets, entertaining festivals and recreational activities that will create unforgettable memories. With a vivid culture, charming downtown and rich history, families, couples and individuals will all find an escape from ordinary waiting in Berkeley County.
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You can plan your stay to be brimming with activities, from golf to museums, picking berries at local farmers markets, geocaching and relaxing in a salt cave. Or, get lost in our expansive outdoors, featuring everything from gentle walking paths to rugged hikes. Make sure to sample the delicious dishes, drinks and sweets at any of the area’s locally-owned restaurants and diners for an unforgettable taste of regional recipes. Let Berkeley County, WV transport you from the everyday to the extraordinary. ¤ See ad page 11
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P E N N S Y LVA N I A
Your Tour Guide for Pennsylvania Vacation Getaway
If you’re an animal lover, a Pennsylvania getaway is perfect for you. The first zoo in the United States calls Philadelphia home, as well as zoos in Erie, and the zoo and aquarium in Pittsburgh. Of course the animal lover who also loves the open outdoors will find nature in all her splendor at many Pennsylvania vacation destinations with an abundance of activities like camping,
hiking, horseback riding, climbing, star gazing and spelunking. The extensive expanse of underground caves throughout Pennsylvania is mind-blowing to the first time cave explorer, and enticing to the experienced spelunker. Or head for higher elevation in the mountains, where at night, the sky is so clear, the constellations shine their magical shapes to light your way as the fresh
air relaxes, refreshed and recharges you. Hunting is also a popular pastime on a Pennsylvania vacation, which games in abundance such as whitetail deer, black bear, cottontail rabbits, squirrel, and grouse. Pennsylvania is also considered one of the finest turkey hunting states in America. Don’t forget to make time to visit the vacation spots in
Pennsylvania’s cities and enjoy the excitement at the many racetracks and casino destinations. Tour the museums of art and magic, and visit Pennsylvania’s many historic sites in Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Lancaster and Harrisburg. For a lively time, PA holds many of the nation’s best music festivals in the nation every year, and is also
home to a great number of wet and dry amusement and theme parks. But whether vacationing with the family or the adults, your quest for the perfect Pennsylvania getaway ends here. Let your adventure begin! Visit www.GuestQuest.com for more information, to enter for your chance to win a vacation, and links to these advertisers and more.
Find Endless Adventure in the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Region ~ Northwestern Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau represents Jefferson, Elk, Clarion, Forest, and Cameron Counties in northwestern Pennsylvania, and it’s home to a wide range of fantastic vacation attractions perfect for couple, families, or friends. With more than a million acres of woodland here and some of the darkest skies on the East Coast, it’s a relaxing destination where you really can get away from it all. Roughly 1,000 wild elk roam freely through Elk Country, and you can see them in the mountains and valleys here throughout the year. Nearby,
the old-growth woods of Cook Forest State Park and its surrounding attractions bring many families back year after year to hike under the tallest trees in the northeastern United States, bottle-feed fawns, climb house-sized boulders, and much more. The Allegheny National Forest as well as the National Wild and Scenic River System’s Clarion and Allegheny Rivers here also offer top-notch outdoor recreation opportunities. Each small town here offers unique charm, and you can enjoy special events such as Punxsutawney’s Groundhog Day, Ridgway’s Chainsaw
Carvers Rendezvous, Clarion’s Autumn Leaf Festival, and others. You can also find intriguing history in each county along with unforgettable wineries, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants. Whether you hike, bike, paddle, fish, hunt, geocache, watch wildlife, or ride horses, ATVs, or snowmobiles, come to the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors and find your endless adventure. Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau (814) 849-5197 VisitPAGO.com ¤
Let Your Pennsylvania Wilds Adventures Begin Here! Clinton County, in north central Pennsylvania, is the gateway to the PA Wilds, offering state parks, forest and game lands and the Susquehanna River for your outdoor recreation. Less than a half-day drive from most points in the eastern U.S. gets you here to enjoy camping,
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hiking, kayaking, ATV riding, hunting and fishing. The area is known for adventure challenges such as trail races, dual sport motorcycling, and triathlon events. There’s hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, bird watching and elk and other wildlife viewing. Clinton County is home to the Woolrich Store, Piper Aviation
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Museum, Heisey House Museum, The Station (art) Gallery and the Millbrook Playhouse barn theatre – there’s something for every interest. It’s the best of the outdoors, and so much more! Visit www.ClintonCountyInfo.com or call 888-388-6991 for more on rural, beautiful Clinton County. ¤
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Tour. Roar. Explore…Summer in State College, PA! Summer is festival season in State College and surrounding communities. Join us for music festivals, artistic displays, vendors, outdoor adventure and more! In State College, Happy Valley Music Fest kicks off the summer festivities. Other festivals include Happy Valley Culinary Week, The Central PA 4th Fest, Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts and the Central PA Theatre & Dance Fest. Victorian Bellefonte is home to the Annual Cruise, Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair and Bellefonte Fall Festival.
The Centre County Grange Fair and Encampment and the Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival take place at the Grange Fair Grounds in Centre Hall. The quaint small town of Historic Boalsburg is home to the Pennsylvania Military Museum, Columbus Chapel and more. People’s Choice Festival is one of the highlights of the summer. Other summertime favorites are Philipsburg Heritage Days and PSU Ag Progress Days. The State College Spikes open their season June 16th through
Labor Day. Penn State Football kicks off their seven-game home season September 1st at iconic Beaver Stadium. Camping, biking, kayaking, worldclass fishing, hiking and more are minutes away from downtown State College. You can also float through an underground cavern at Penn’s Cave, toured entirely by boat. For lodging availability contact the Central PA Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-358-5466 or go to www.visitpennstate.org to request a visitor guide. ¤
Altoona, Blair County – A Small Destination with Big Adventures! Altoona, Blair County, PA is the only place in the world where you can watch a train wrap around you as it travels through the Allegheny Mountains! Here you can float past a replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa
at American’s only Italian Themed You can enjoy these adventures Waterpark! You can even take a and more without the hassles and steam engine train excursion through inconveniences you find in big cities. the countryside! Our fort is the To Explore these Big Adventures western most Revolutionary War site and more in Blair County, in the country open for tours. Pennsylvania visit explorealtoona.com or call 1-800-842-5866 to request a Visitors Guide filled with information about the destination.¤
Summer in Central Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River Valley This summer find your fun in the Susquehanna River Valley PA – easily accessible from Interstate 80 and Route 15 in Central Pennsylvania. Thriving downtowns offer art and music festivals and locally-owned businesses feature open houses. Three state parks and a newly opened Rail Trail provide endless opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Visit one of our many wineries, play a round of golf, do some antiquing, take a guided canoe trip down the Susquehanna River or take a bike ride over a dozen historic covered bridges. Along the way, stop
at a variety of farmer’s markets for the freshest strawberries and local produce. Everywhere you turn, you’ll see something that amazes and inspires you. As evening approaches, plan a romantic dinner for two then see a movie in a restored Art Deco movie palace or attend a live theatre or dance performance at one of our performing arts centers. Settle into a quiet evening at a cozy hotel, cabin, cottage or bed and breakfast. Every turn a treasure. VisitCentralPA.org or 1-877-207-8599 ¤
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TENNESSEE
Visit Elizabethton/Carter County TN in the Mountains of Northeast TN Beautiful Elizabethton/Carter is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts something for everyone. Visitors Lake or one of our many rivers and County TN located in the Blue Ridge throughout the year. With four can enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, streams. The Watauga River offers Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, distinct seasons, Carter County has rafting and canoeing on Watauga a 2 mile Trophy Trout Stream! Carter County’s many natural resources allow for camping, biking, hiking and more at various times of the year. Challenge yourself to an easy-tomoderate hike on the Appalachian Trail. Shopping in downtown Elizabethton and taking part in one of our many annual festivals and events are other great ways to experience Carter County. Whether one enjoys outdoor adventures, shopping, dining at fabulous restaurants, relaxing at a Bed & Breakfast or learning more about early American history, Carter County is a destination worth exploring. Annual events in Carter County include Roan Mountain Easter Egg Hunt, Outdoor movies at the historic
State Line Drive-In, Saturday Night Cruise-In Antique Car Show, Covered Bridge Celebration, Rhododendron Festival, 4th of July Boat Parade, Liberty! The Official Outdoor Drama of the State of Tennessee, Native American Festival, Celtic Festival, Roan Mountain Chili Cook-Off, Autumn Harvest Festival, Trick-orTreating in downtown Elizabethton and Roan Mountain State Park, Lighting of the Frasier Fir, Christmas Parade and many more! Find the hidden gems that are exclusive to historic Elizabethton/ Carter County. CREATE a memory. DISCOVER something new. EXPLORE the past AND present. Visit Elizabethton/Carter County, TN! Visit our website www.elizabethtonchamber.com to learn more! ¤
SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina’s Hammock Coast
Locals who live along South Carolina’s coast know that nestled between Charleston and Myrtle Beach lies a stretch of quaint towns and beautiful beaches, challenging golf courses, a variety of watersports, charming restaurants and everything from elegant beach houses to magnificent Colonial homes. Georgetown, the third oldest city in South Carolina, is still a working waterfront and a favorite of tourists. It offers visitors the opportunity for a glimpse of what life was like in the town’s formative days in the early 18th century. Downtown Georgetown is packed with charm and a leisurely stroll takes you past Colonial homes with gorgeous gardens, live oaks
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draped over quiet streets, five museums and many charming boutiques and quaint eateries. Boat trips to North Island to view the lighthouse, which is only accessible by water, leave Georgetown Harbor seasonally. Pawleys Island is known as one of the oldest seaside resorts in the US. 17th century planters took advantage of the cool breezes during hot summer days. They even invented a special style of hammock know as a Pawleys Island Hammock. You can still visit the Original Hammock Shops, where the hammocks are woven by hand, and take one home for yourself. Two inns are located
on the island and countless beach houses are available year-round. Litchfield Beach, once the home of a rice plantation, it’s now a quiet, upscale beach community featuring fine dining, pubs and antique shops. Huntington Beach State Park will give you the chance to enjoy the beach. Take advantage of the opportunity to go crabbing, biking, canoeing, kayaking or fishing, and, as is the case all along the Hammock
Coast, you’re never far from a golf course if you want to hit the links. Murrells Inlet is called the Seafood Capital of South Carolina – and with good reason. Along with excellent restaurants, the Marshwalk offers the chance to enjoy watersports such as parasailing, jet skiing and fishing. If you’re looking for family friendly, Garden City has it all. You can enjoy a beautiful but uncrowded beach
and fishing and crabbing from a 1,250-foot-long creek walk. Families have been visiting the Hammock Coast for generations. Isn’t it about time you and your loved ones established a vacation tradition that is certain to create cherished memories for years to come? For more information about all the activities and attractions along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast visit HammockCoastSC.com or call 843-546-8436.
Pawleys Island – One of the Oldest Summer Resorts on the East Coast Let OnlyPawleys.com help you homes and condominiums that are houses to homes large enough to make the most of your trip to Pawleys available for weekly rentals. Sizes accommodate family groups. Island SC. We offer over 300 private range from cozy cottage-type beach From our picturesque beaches and outdoor activities to the many rentals on the island, we want to be sure you get the very best experience. One of the oldest summer resorts on the East Coast, Pawleys Island is still unspoiled and casual, with a delightful stretch of wide beach and sand dunes. Generations of families have been delighted by its beauty and quiet relaxation! With the surrounding golf courses, attractions and uncrowded beaches, there’s always something new to explore. Settle back in the perfect vacation rental, Only Pawleys has what you’re looking for! Contact us today to help plan your next visit. www.onlypawleys.com ¤
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VIRGINIA / WASHINGTON, D.C. ~ SUMMER 2018
VIRGINIA / WASHINGTON, D.C. ~ SUMMER 2018
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FREE TRAVEL INFORMATION ~ www.GuestQuest.com
VIRGINIA / WASHINGTON, D.C. ~ SUMMER 2018