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Arts – Nature – Adventure Offering a refreshing and serene vista- snow covered trees, beautiful panoramas of rolling hills, and fun outdoor activities-you’ll never want to leave Brown County. Hikes and bike rides in some of Indiana’s most heavily forested areas provide hours of exploring Mother Nature. The arts community is a staple of Brown County and creativity flows no matter what time of year it is. Learn how to throw a pot, weave a rug, paint, or work with textiles, mosaics, and mixed media. From live music to stage shows, there is plenty to keep you entertained.
Winter adventure is endless; Brown County State Park offers free nature center programs and events; indoor aquatic center at Abe Martin Lodge; camping; miles of trails. Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, ATV tours and geocaching are also fun family activities. Light Up Your Holidays in November and December, celebrates Brown County’s unique style. The lighted Village of Nashville charms you, filled with Santa’s North Pole, gingerbread houses, horse and carriage rides, and a variety of holiday events and shows for everyone. Locally owned accommodations provide guests with a warm welcome and haven for family and couple retreats. Hotels, motels, inns, cabins and vacation homes are located in the Village of Nashville and scattered throughout the countryside. Enjoy a winter playground and holiday festivities in Brown County, Indiana. Visit www.browncounty.com for trip ideas. ¤
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4) Stay less than 30 days. Most airfare tariffs have a month’s limitation stay restriction. If you require more time, you will pay a higher priced ticket. 5) If you are traveling with a child under 2 year of age, your child is qualified to travel for free. Buying a separate seat for your child is really expensive. 6) Be ready and open to have
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Visit Mammoth Cave National Park Plan an extended stay at Mammoth Cave Hotel where guests enjoy a variety of comfortable accommodations including a hotel, cabins and rustic cottages. There’s a restaurant, coffee shop and fast-food eatery (open seasonally) and an award-winning gift shop featuring original Kentucky crafts and art. Since 1816, Mammoth Cave has been astounding visitors with its
enormity and incredible geologic natural wonders. With over 350 surveyed miles, Mammoth Cave is the most extensive cave system in the world. Year-round Cave tours (from 45 minutes to 6 hours) demonstrate the grandeur of the Cave’s diverse ecosystems, formed over eons by the slow action of water seeping downward through limestone. Mammoth Cave National Park spans nearly 53,000 wooded
acres and features over 70 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Call Mammoth Cave Hotel at 270-758-2225 for overnight accommodations and 800-967-2283 for Cave tour reservations. Visit MammothCaveHotel.com or nps.gov/maca for more information. Also visit www.Travel-Forever.com/10mgq ¤
The Hub City of South Texas Alice was established in 1888 and named after the daughter of Captain Richard King, who established the King Ranch. Historically the community is associated with cattle, the vaquero and the American cowboy. Several museums share historical artifacts about Alice and South Texas. The South Texas Museum offers an overview of the early days in the Hub City. The Tejano R.O.O.T.S. Museum showcases Tejano artists and legends in the Birthplace of Tejano music. The Maxine Flournoy Third Coast TENNESSEE / KENTUCKY ~ FALL/WINTER 2010
Squadron Museum is open on weekends. La Copita Ranch is available for family, business or group activities. Wildlife, hunting, fishing and bird watching are favorite activities for residents and visitors. Golfers can choose from the Alice Municipal Golf Course and Alice Country Club Golf Course. With over 500 hotel rooms, you are so close to everywhere! Alice, Texas 361-664-3454 www.alicetx.org ¤
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So you think you know Florida? Think again! The road less traveled in the Sunshine State begins with VISIT FLORIDA’s newest publication, Been There, Haven’t Done That. The full-color guide highlights 105 fun and quirky attractions and activities from Pensacola to the Florida Keys. Locals and visitors alike will be pleasantly surprised by some of the unique experiences that Florida has to offer. “The guide is geared not only to our own residents, but also to the out-of-state visitor who might be looking for something off the beaten path,” said VISITFLORIDA.com Authentic Florida Expert, Lucy Beebe Tobias. “Many of the suggestions in the guide would make an enjoyable
addition to a customary trip to the beach or theme park.” Been There, Haven’t Done That offers an eclectic group of experiences across Florida: • Visitors not afraid to get a little wet can sleep with the fish at Jules Underwater Lodge, an authentic underwater research habitat in Key Largo. • Architectural enthusiasts can brag about seeing the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings in the world at Florida Southern College in Lakeland. • Those with a discerning palate can try the “Swirl of Squirrel” from Linger Lodge in Bradenton, declared one of the top five weirdest restaurants in the country by Al Roker from NBC’s
Today Show. • Produce lovers can go bananas at the Fruit and Spice Park in Homestead, featuring more than 500 varieties of fruits, spices and other plants. • The Nation’s Smallest Post Office can be toured by anyone with a spare minute. Located in Ochopee, the post office measures 7x8 feet and services a population of 11. • The aquatic couple can say “I do” with Weddings on Water, America’s first floating wedding chapel, located at the St. Petersburg Pier in St. Petersburg. • Adventure seekers can white water raft down the only Class III rapids in Florida at Big Shoals State Park in White Springs. • Visitors with a sweet tooth can
chew on some fresh sugarcane while touring a working sugar cane farm through Sugarland Tours in Clewiston. • Ghost hunters are likely to find a soul or two hanging around Monticello, The South’s Most Haunted Town. “The beauty of Florida is in its diversity,” said Rayme Samuels, VISITFLORIDA.com Arts & Culture Expert. “Whether you are a nature lover, history buff or just a weekend warrior, there is a quirky and quintessential Florida experience that anyone can enjoy.” Been There, Haven’t Done That also features sections about Fun Florida Facts, Uniquely Florida Festivals and Events, Scenic Highways and Byways,
Lighthouses, Wineries and Shipwreck Preserves. Each unique destination is highlighted on a large map that travelers can use to calculate mileage between locations. Consumers can log onto www.VISITFLORIDA.com/beenth ere to find detailed information about each attraction and activity in the brochure. They can also download videos and photos of locations across the Sunshine State, post their own photos, and request a free copy of Been There Haven’t Done That. Guides are also available by phone at 1-800-274-5941 or by visiting any of five Official Florida Welcome Centers. This article courtesy of www.VISITFLORIDA.com
Real. Beach. Vacation. Since 1987, Garrett Realty Services, Inc. has been welcoming guests to the Beaches of South Walton and the laid-back, Old-Florida lifestyle that can only be Seagrove Beach. We offer the finest selection of Gulf-front/Gulf-side townhomes, condominiums and private homes available along Scenic 30-A between world famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach. While our diversity and quality of accommodations is huge, we offer personalized service that will make you feel like family. Take advantage of your much-deserved opportunity to relax
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A new tradition for your family Your search is over for the best vacation destination on Panama City Beach. 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, and FREE WIFI in every room. 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
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Relax at Sandpiper Cove Set your own pace as you enjoy the beautiful emerald green waters while relaxing in Florida’s warm sun. Our beach service will provide you with chairs and umbrellas for your enjoyment. Order your favorite beverage at Rick’s Sand Trap located in the Beach Pavilion as you enjoy the white sandy beaches.
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Imagine . . . A place where the sugar white sands are kissed by the sparkling emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico ... One Seagrove Place offers the joy of magnificent sunsets from your gulf front balcony and a quiet place at the beach to enjoy family fun in the sun. One Seagrove Place – where you will relax and enjoy the many
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Destin Vacation Rentals...World class If you are looking for the very best condo rentals in Destin, Florida, then Edgewater Beach Condominium is the ultimate seaside vacation playground in Destin, Florida. 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 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, FREE use of our
state-of-the-art fitness center and NEW massage salon and facial salon. Children’s playground and kid’s program available. For America’s Best Beachfront Condo Rental Value, call 800-822-4929 or visit our website for specials at www.edgewaterbeach.com. Edgewater Beach Condominium 291 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach, Florida 32550 ¤
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Inlet Reef Club invites you to Destin, Florida. Visit our beautiful white sandy beaches, enjoy the wonderful restaurants and great shopping experiences. Located directly on the beach, Inlet Reef Club features 2 and 3 bedroom Gulf front and Gulf view units. All units have many things to offer including king size beds in the master bedroom, full size kitchens, washer/dryer, iron and ironing board, large vanity and dressing area in master bath, inside/outside wet bars, sliding glass doors off the living room and master bedroom.
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Enjoy the sauna and hot tub, tennis courts, shuffleboard and weight room. Relax in our seasonally heated pool. Beach service is available. Inlet Reef Condominiums are centrally located in the heart of Destin, on Holiday Isle, near shopping and dining. Inlet Reef Condominiums 506 Gulf Shore Drive Destin, Florida 32541 800-367-1801 www.inletreefclub.com ¤
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