tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51452203662832434902024-03-13T01:37:12.670-04:00Southern Travel TipsJDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-50533436163560962842013-01-31T09:49:00.000-05:002013-01-31T12:32:47.931-05:00Do's And Don'ts For Planning Your First CruiseYou have booked your <strong>first </strong><a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">cruise</a>, marked the dates on your calendar, and made sure you have the workdays off. Now what?? What should you expect on board? What costs will you run into that you weren't planning on? Will you eat in your assigned dining room or in another dining area? Will you go broke on beverages? It may be time for some <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise">great cruise</a> do's and don'ts to help prepare for your first cruise!<br />
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If these questions aren't running through your head, they will be soon enough. For anyone going on their <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">first cruise</a>, the excitement of getting away is always tempered by the unknown of a form of vacationing where you are totally reliant on a <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Which-Cruise-Line-Is-Best">cruise line</a>. For anyone who has been to an all-inclusive resort before, you will find it much the same with a few changes. But for those of you who are accustomed to <a href="http://isabellasnow.hubpages.com/hub/10-Annoying-Things-American-Tourists-Should-Not-Do">travel</a> by family vehicle, prepare for a different world.<br />
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5 "Do's" For Your First Cruise!<br />
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<em>1. Do Read The Itinerary For Each Day</em><br />
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One of the best cruise do's and don'ts is to always know what is going on around you during your big boat tour. Each night, when you return to your room, along with the mints on your pillows and other amenities, you will find a detailed itinerary for the next day on board. This itinerary will tell you everything from what will be served in certain dining areas to what shows will be going on that night. Use this resource to help in planning your days out. You will definitely miss out on some great fun on board if you skip this read. Keep an eye out for drink specials, debarkation times at port, and information on fun and games around the ship.<br />
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<em>2. Do Take Time To Wander Around The Ship</em><br />
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Do not make the mistake of going from one show to the next, and only visiting the pool and dining room in between. Give in to your curiousity! Wander around the ship! You will find opportunities and sites you would not have otherwise found. It may be an out-of-the-way desert bar, or an access to an observation deck. Have fun on a top deck putting <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia">golf course</a>. It could be as simple as a bar with a fun bartender more likely to give you added "fun" in your beverage of choice! Make it a game, see who can find something new on the ship; believe me, there is plenty to explore!<br />
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<em>3. Do Talk To The Staff</em><br />
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Most people you will see on board will speak to the cruise staff, but only to order a drink or a meal. These people travel on your ship for months. They know everything there is to know about the ship, what shows are worth seeing, what events you shouldn't miss, and when you need to get to the pool deck to get a good deck chair! They also have probably been to the ports of call you are visiting and know where to find fun and what to avoid. These people can be the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Germany-Tourist-Attraction">cheapest travel</a> resource you have on board! It also wouldn't hurt to get chatty with one bartender and make sure to visit him/her everytime you need a drink!<br />
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<em>4. Do Try ALL The Food</em><br />
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If you are <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">planning</a> to diet while on your cruise, good luck! You will need it. There are many opportunities to eat excellent food. If the cruise you are on assigns you a dining room and a dining time, be sure you know where it is and what the dress code is. These dining rooms can put most <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-Websites">vacation resorts</a> to shame, so try a little bit of everything, but remember, order everything you want at the beginning of the meal, the kitchen staff and wait staff will be too busy and anything you add later may not come til its too late. Don't be afraid to try out the buffet dining and fast food bars as well, most of them will surprise you!<br />
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<em>5. Do Have Fun!!</em><br />
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Knowing all of the cruise do's and don'ts will not change that the most important thing to do while on board is HAVE FUN! From the time you are on deck waving to whomever may be watching you leave port, remember that this is YOUR vacation. Get involved in on board games. Dance on the pool deck with the live band. Enjoy the many bars and clubs on the ship. When time comes to get off the ship and go back to work, you will be glad you did!<br />
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5 Don'ts For Your First Cruise<br />
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<em>1. Don't Leave Your Cell Phone On</em><br />
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If you are <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Savememoney">planning</a> to carry your cell phone on board for your cruise, you will want to turn it off shortly after leaving your port of departure. You will want to check with your service provider to find out your international calling rates which will probably be cheaper than calling on the ship phone. However, leaving your phone on, especially for those of you with data and Internet plans, can prove costly. In international waters, you will pay a large charge for each text message including data roaming. You will also be charged by kilobyte for Internet which will be extremely pricey<br />
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<em>2. Don't Forget To Take Pictures</em><br />
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The worst mistake that happens to many people on their first cruise is forgetting to take the <a href="http://jgaunt.hubpages.com/hub/Best-Digital-Waterproof-Cameras">camera</a>! So many people get on board, take pictures, then leave the camera in their room until their ports of call. For many it is because the camera is too big to carry around, not wanting to look like a "tourist", but remember you are visiting some of <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South">the best vacation spots</a> in the world! Get a small camera, easy to put in a pocket or a purse, and take pictures until your finger is sore. You may also want to pick up an underwater disposable camera for that <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-5-Things-To-Do-In-Hawaii">snorkeling excursion</a>!<br />
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<em>3. Don't Miss The Formal Dinner</em><br />
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Many people, when preparing to go on their first cruise, decide to leave behind their formal dresses and suits and skip the captain's dinner. One of the first cruise do's and don'ts I read before cruising was to not miss the captain's dinner, and I am glad I heeded that advice. First of all, a true "formal" dress and suit is not required. All you need is a nice dress or a coat and tie. There will be excellent dining and great atmosphere! Take the opportunity and go, enjoy the dinner and smile for the camera!<br />
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<em>4. Don't Take The Towels</em><br />
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Some cruisers make the mistake of taking the towels from their rooms when going on <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Tips-For-Cruise-To-Cozumel">shore excursions</a>. Please do not make that mistake. So often people who use their room towels on their excursions leave them on the beach and are charged way more than the towels are worth. Its a simple tip, but obviously some people don't figure this one out on their own. Remember, even though you may be visiting one of the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Vacation-Spots-Florida-Panhandle">best vacation spots</a>, that doesn't mean you won't make the same mistakes you make at home and leave something behind.<br />
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<em>5. Don't Buy The Soft Drink Card??</em><br />
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This one is more or less a personal choice, but I would say don't. When on board, you will have the opportunity to buy a soft drink card and not pay for soft drinks every time you want one. The card is usually about $6.00/day, and given the cost of the soft drinks, it seems like a good deal. However, you are allowed to bring 12 sealed soft drinks or water on board in your checked luggage. If you cruise is 5 days or less, you may consider only buying the card for a couple of days or not at all.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-13761574606935610972013-01-31T09:38:00.000-05:002013-01-31T09:38:25.635-05:00Caribbean Cruises From The Port Of MiamiOne of the greatest <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise">areas for cruising </a>in the world is in the Caribbean, which is loaded with beautiful islands, great shopping, history, nightlife and more. People travel from all over the world to enjoy this tropical paradise. What greater place to begin your <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Comparison-Of-The-Largest-Cruise-Ships">Caribbean cruise </a>than in the mecca of tropical partying, Miami, Florida.<br />
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Below we will break down all of the options you have to choose from when sailing from the Port of Miami. Do you want a 4 day cruise, a longer 7 day excursion, or would you like to sail away even longer? Anything is possible! <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Best-Ports-To-Cruise">Caribbean Cruises </a>from Miami include all of these along with many different <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">cruise lines </a>and many different combinations of different Caribbean islands.<br />
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I will also include the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Best-Cardio-Workout-Equipment">price ranges </a>that the various cruise lines have for their Caribbean cruises out of the Port of Miami. These prices will be for entry level staterooms unless otherwise stated. As each cruise line has many different cruise ships in various stages of <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Must-Sees-and-Must-Skips-At-Disney-World">aging</a>, you will want to look at the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">cruise lines </a>fleet to help you in the decision making process. Although the phrase, "you get what you pay for" definitely applies, even the cheaper cruises are full of fun and hit some of the same spots, so a cheaper cruise may be perfect for you.<br />
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3-5 Day Eastern Caribbean Cruises From Miami<br />
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The Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Miami is one of the best all around trips available. This cruise visits the beautiful tropical paradise of the Caribbean islands, and offers large chunks of time on shore for plenty of exploration, eating, <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Vacation-Spots-Florida-Panhandle">shopping and more</a>.<br />
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The 3-5 day Eastern Caribbean Cruise out of Miami visits <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South">the islands </a>of Grand Bahama, Nassau, Coco Cay, and Key West, among others. Although these trips are through slightly rougher seas than the Western Caribbean cruises from Miami, they offer much more time on shore to truly get the real Caribbean experience.<br />
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Western Caribbean 3-5 Day Cruises From Miami<br />
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One of the most common cruises, especially for new cruisers is a Western Caribbean cruise. The stops on these cruises generally have cheaper shopping and the cruises are smoother rides as they travel through the Gulf of Mexico, avoiding the rougher seas of the Eastern Caribbean. These cruises also tend to be a little cheaper on average.<br />
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The 3-5 day Western Caribbean cruises out of Miami generally focus on Cozumel, Mexico and Grand Cayman, but can include stops at Key West,<a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia"> Florida</a>, Kingstown, Jamaica, or even Colon, Panama. As these are shorter cruises, there will generally be only one or two ports of call and the cruise will include one or two days at sea. Although you are not able to visit a new country on the days at sea, many people enjoy the fun on deck and there are even some avid cruisers who rarely leave the ship when it is docked.<br />
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Few cruise packages offer as much fun, scenery, history, and beauty as a 7-day Caribbean cruise from the Port of Miami. Whether it is in the Eastern or Western Caribbean, you will visit several different islands, have plenty of fun at sea, and return to port wondering when your next cruise will be.<br />
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The 6-9 day cruises from Miami visit a large number of destinations including: St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Nassau, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Honduras, Belize, Puerto Rico, Turks and Caicos, Dominican Republic, Tortola, Antigua, Bassaterre, and more. Each cruise usually includes 3 or 4 ports of call including 8-10 hours of shore time at each. These cruises generally start around $400 but can be found just below that on specials.<br />
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The cruise lines offering these cruises include Norwegian, Carnival, and Celebrity and also include the Norwegian Epic, Norwegian's largest ship.<br />
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Other Caribbean Cruises From Miami<br />
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Cruises from the Port of Miami also include some longer iteneraries. 10-14 day trips from Miami include ports such as: Colombia, Aruba, Curacao, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Dominica, Barbados, St. Lucia, the Panama Canal, Puerto Vallarta, Los Angeles, Barcelona, Denmark, and Cabo San Lucas. These trips may include starting at Miami and ending your trip at another port, perhaps in another country. They also include cruises that cross the Atlantic.<br />
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There are also longer cruises that range from 15-22 night cruises that include transatlantic cruises and Panama Canal cruises. These cruises visit ports such as Barcelona, Rome, Marseille, Naples, San Diego, and more.<br />
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These long distance cruises begin at around $600 and include Carnival, Celebrity, Costa, and Norwegian cruise lines.</div>
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JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-90312712998571178872012-06-06T09:26:00.001-04:002012-06-07T22:03:03.304-04:00Wakulla Springs: An Excellent Southern Vacation StopAs you should be able to tell from some of my other posts, the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle" target="_blank">Deep South</a> has plenty of small stops to add to any <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South" target="_blank">Southern Vacation</a>. Whether you are looking for nature, amusement parks, history, or anything else, the South has plenty to add to your travel.<br />
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Some of the best places to <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea" target="_blank">experience the South</a> in Florida are the natural springs. Most have surrounding state parks with camping, picnicking, nature trails and more to give you a great day of fun and relaxation.<br />
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A great spring with a state park is located in Wakulla County, Florida, just south of the state capitol of <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia" target="_blank">Tallahassee, Florida</a>. It is also a short drive from some of the great beaches of the Florida Panhandle.<br />
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a National Natural Landmark, the Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park has plenty to offer. There is swimming in the cool springs, the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world. Be ready, though, it's pretty cool. <br />
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There is also plenty of wildlife to see at the park. With boat tours and glass-bottom boat tours, visitors can see all of the fish, turtles, and many alligators that are in the Wakulla River. On these guided tours you can also see deer, native birds, and other wildlife that live in the surrounding area. <br />
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Although there is no camping at this park, there are other opportunities such as picnicking and great nature trails for hiking and bicycling. There is also a lodge that is open year round for large meetings.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-52078118895779529932012-05-29T22:15:00.000-04:002012-06-07T21:52:21.509-04:00Lights, Animals, And Sports At Callaway GardensJust outside Pine Mountain, Georgia and just northeast of the Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, <a href="http://therope.hubpages.com/hub/top10placestoseeingeorgia">Callaway Gardens</a> is a destination for just under a million visitors annually. Founded in 1952 by Cason J. Callaway and his wife Virginia Hand Callaway, this park and nature preserve are home to a wide range of attractions which include activities for winter, spring, summer and autumn.<br />
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Begun as a haven to promote and protect native species of the Azalea, <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South">a southern</a> staple for flowering shrubs and bushes, Callaway Gardens has always had a large emphasis on both plant life and wildlife alike. With many horticultural attractions, such as the Azalea Bowl, the John A. Sibley Horticultural Center, and the "Mr. Cason's Vegetable Garden", visitors can spend hours enjoying the beautiful scenery while learning at the same time.<br />
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With their large acreage and great facilities, Callaway Gardens is a great place for all kinds of events and seasonal attractions. The most visited of these are the Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament on Memorial Day weekend, the Steeplechase the first Saturday of November, the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival on Labor Day weekend, and the "Fantasy In Lights" in November and December.<br />
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The "Fantasy In Lights" is a very large draw for the park, as thousands from surrounding counties and states make an annual trip to see it. The lights can be seen from <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Car-Buying-Tips-Everyone-Should-Know">your car</a> or you can get a ticket for a trolley to see the lights with a narrator. While you wait for the trolley, you can visit the big top tent which is filled with many vendors of Christmas and holiday crafts and merchandise or visit Santa Clause for special requests. Outside near the trolley station there are several different food vendors and many tables to eat or enjoy hot chocolate or hot apple cider prior to your Christmas lights tour.<br />
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The wildlife attractions at Callaway are also amazing. The two <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Must-Sees-and-Must-Skips-At-Disney-World">main attractions</a> are the Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center and the birds of prey exhibition. The butterfly center has over 1,000 butterflies all in an 80 degree atrium (so be prepared to be warm). These butterflies are easily photographed and will sometimes even land on you, so this is excellent for young children. Inside the atrium there are also large Koi ponds and educational areas to tell about the butterflies and the building itself.<br />
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The birds of prey exibition is in the outdoor amphitheater overlooking the water. They have all kinds of birds of prey flying over your head from trainer to trainer, including hawks and even a buzzard. This show is great for young and old alike and lasts about 45 minutes. All of these exibits are free of charge after you have paid to enter the park.<br />
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Although the Christmas lights presentation at Callaway Gardens is one of the most widely known attractions, many people come to Callaway for <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia">golf</a>, hiking, nature and <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Homosassa-Springs-Park">wildlife</a> education and more. Along with the many attractions surrounding Pine Mountain, GA and the Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, there are many things to do in the area surrounding Callaway Gardens, making it one of the most desirable destinations in the Southeastern U.S.<br />
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Along with the large events like the Steeplechase and the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/North-Carolina-Skiing-At-Its-Best">Water Ski</a> & Wakeboard Tournament, there are many athletic and fitness opportunities for the thousands of year round visitors to the park. Callaway Gardens is home to some of the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia">greatest golf</a> the South has to offer. From 1991 to 2002 the Gardens was home to the Buick Challenge on the PGA tour. The Gardens has 27 holes of golf that will challenge your golf skills and provide a relaxing outing at the same time.<br />
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The Gardens has several walking, hiking, and biking trails including a 10 mile Discover Bike Trail. These trails provide great nature and <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Homosassa-Springs-Park">wildlife viewing</a> along with access to the other attractions at the park. There is also the Mountain Creek Tennis Center which is located across Hwy 27 from the main park. Families and children can also enjoy the world's largest man-made beach at the Robin Lake Beach complex, and possibly see the Florida State University's Flying High Circus which has shows near the beach every summer.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-24594847899848664882012-05-04T22:48:00.003-04:002012-06-07T21:52:08.928-04:00Some Ways To Get A Great Southern Travel Deal!When you are preparing to book vacations or <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Vacation-Spots-Florida-Panhandle">mini vacations</a>, how you book your flight, rental car, and accommodations can very much affect your bottom line. As you know, the less you have to pay on each of these, the more you can spend while you are enjoying the location. And if you book with bad information, you could end up with a shabby hotel next to a construction site or 15 miles from the attraction you are going to visit. Whether you are booking for Summer fun or looking for Christmas vacation packages, getting good information early is key.<br />
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There are many different websites that claim to have great vacation deals and great service, but if you have traveled often, you have found better deals, usually after you took the trip. Who hasn't been on a vacation and saw a resort or hotel they didn't see when booking? Below are 5 <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Vacation-Spots-Florida-Panhandle">Great Vacation</a> Websites You Missed! Try them out, they will not disappoint. They could help make your best family vacation ever!<br />
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If a secluded vacation spot that makes you feel at home is what you want then look no further when booking your week stays or mini vacations. <a href="http://www.vrbo.com/">www.VRBO.com</a> will help you find vacation houses to rent wherever you're going. Also, this site links you with the owner or local management company... Cutting out the middle-man means savings for you!<br />
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Mississippi's Gulf Coast region offers a great combination of fun, sun, sand and slots, perfect to plan the <strong>Best Southern Vacation</strong>. In the area of Gulf Port, Mississippi and Biloxi, Mississippi, you can visit beautiful beaches, great wildlife such as at the Marine Life Oceanarium, and even newly rebuilt casinos in Biloxi. In this area you will find any type of southern vacation attraction! The Biloxi area is also just a short drive from some of the best places to visit in the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia">Florida panhandle</a>.<br />
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In the Mississippi coastal area, fishing or <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Germany-Tourist-Attraction">boat tours</a> are a must! You can go on an actual shrimping trip and see the sunset out on the Gulf of Mexico, or you can go on one of the many charter boats to fish in one of the Gulf of Mexico's best fishing areas. There are many trips you can choose from whether you want to fish or just experience the aquatic wildlife the region has to offer.<br />
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This area also offers great historic sites and tours. In <a href="http://mgwhite.hubpages.com/hub/3-Favorite-Mississippi-Coast-Casino-Buffets">Biloxi</a> you can ride the Biloxi Tour Train on which you will receive a narrated historic tour of Biloxi. There are countless museums, and educational opportunities such as the Center for Marine Education and Research in Gulfport, MS, an excellent spot for families where you can touch stingrays and horseshoe crabs and search for artifacts and sharks teeth. In Gulfport, there is also the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, one of the top 50 children's museums in the U.S.<br />
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Another of the South's most beautiful stops is on South Carolina's Atlantic Coast. Charleston, South Carolina has activities for the family, romantic getaways, and plenty of history. <br />
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If you are looking for romance, you can experience the carriage rides in downtown Charleston and see the beautiful architecture and experience the nightlife. You can also visit the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">many great beaches</a> such as secluded Kiawah Island and Sullivan's Island. Or you can take a walk by the harbor and view the "Battery", a long stretch of southern homes bordering the harbor.<br />
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Charleston is also perfect for enjoying all the best salt water fishing of the Atlantic coast. This area has some of the best charter fishing in the South. You can catch Tarpon, Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Wahoo, Marlin or Sailfish.<br />
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If you are planning a <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Dos-And-Donts-For-Your-First-Cruise">Southern vacation</a>, perhaps no other Southern vacation spot has the romantic feel that surrounds the city of Savannah, Georgia. From the horse-drawn carriage rides, strolls down brick lined streets, and lunch along the Savannah River to the nearby Pre-Civil War fort and Southern Plantation-style architecture, <a href="http://crazyhorsesghost.hubpages.com/hub/Haunted-Savannah-Georgia">Savannah</a> is the quintessential southern river town.<br />
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During your visit you will definitely visit River Street, Savannah's river front area. Here you will find tours, restaurants, ferry rides, and horse-drawn carriages. Whether taking a strole on a lazy southern afternoon or looking for some night life, River Street is the place to go. This area is so relaxing it will make a <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-5-Things-To-Do-In-Hawaii">Hawaii</a> vacation seem uptight. <br />
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For the family trip or the weekend explorer, you must visit some of the historic sites. There is Fort Jackson, near the Savannah River, the Savannah History Museum and the Roundhouse Railroad Museum. There are plenty of other old southern houses that have tours for you to experience.<br />
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Whether you want casinos and sand or history and romance, the Southern U.S. has plenty of places for your next travel!JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-79544011016986502972011-11-10T15:20:00.001-05:002011-11-10T15:21:16.558-05:00Great Florida Vacation Ideas!Often when tourists think of Florida vacation destinations while planning their coming vacation they automatically think of Disney World, Miami, <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle" target="_blank">Panama City Beach</a>, and a few other sites. They generally focus on the large tourist trap areas and in turn have a cookie cutter vacation, rarely experiencing all of what Florida has to offer.<br />
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First off, Florida has a great system of <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea" target="_blank">State Parks</a> that are cheap to enjoy and offer experiences from the Florida Keys to the western tip of the panhandle. One of these you would want to visit are the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park located just off the southern end of HWY 1. This facility offers snorkeling, scuba diving, glass bottom boats, fishing, camping and more and has some of the most beautiful underwater views in the United States.<br />
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The next spot to not miss is one of the oldest cities in the United States. St. Augustine is one of the most beautiful southern cities and includes southern charm, Spanish architecture and history, and is located next to some of the most <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise" target="_blank">beautiful beaches</a> in Florida. Historical sites, a dolphin conservation center, <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Dos-And-Donts-For-Your-First-Cruise" target="_blank">beaches</a>, shopping and more will make any visit a memorable one.<br />
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These locations, along with some of the more secluded parks and getaways in the Panhandle make Florida more than just the<a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites" target="_blank"> tourist</a> traps of Disney World, Busch Gardens, Miami Beach and more.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-74254720352365812462011-08-02T10:45:00.002-04:002012-03-09T10:43:25.139-05:00Panama City Beach: Not Just Spring Break AnymoreI recently went on a family vacation to Panama City Beach.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was somewhat reluctant to stay there over some of the other Panhandle beaches that I saw as much more quiet and <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/5-tips-for-babyproofing-your-home">family friendly</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was a little surprised. <br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><o:p> </o:p>Panama City Beach has been slowly reinventing itself over the past 10 years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After seeing the success of its neighbors in <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle">Destin, Seaside</a>, and Fort Walton Beach, Panama City realized that they did not necessarily have to cater to teens and college students to keep up their tourism revenue.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The other beaches have geared their<a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites"> tourism</a> more toward families and retirees and have found that those two demographics have brought <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/savememoney">more money</a> and fewer headaches than Panama City Beach’s annual party crowd.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKOb65gB3qXBwG5GsakSKrsGmpD9Pn8voBFD4llsMrkOlZKv9DrMsADjvbqWeILXU_exo0Zt4iw43PcOmaLpd_DaIBl_D500_4AZMIsXIq246r8xx4lFYdeeCcGE6C6BqjKwTmL6oHFvw/s1600/100_0539.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKOb65gB3qXBwG5GsakSKrsGmpD9Pn8voBFD4llsMrkOlZKv9DrMsADjvbqWeILXU_exo0Zt4iw43PcOmaLpd_DaIBl_D500_4AZMIsXIq246r8xx4lFYdeeCcGE6C6BqjKwTmL6oHFvw/s320/100_0539.JPG" width="213" /></a></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><o:p> </o:p>While we were at<a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South"> PC Beach</a> we enjoyed a 2 hour cruise on the “Pirate Ship” where the crew plays games and tells pirate stories to all of the children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On the trip they enjoyed a plastic sword fight, a water gun fight, dancing, stories and even following some dolphins around the tip of <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise">Shell Island</a>.</div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><o:p> </o:p>One afternoon we made it to St. Andrews State Park, home of the <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">#2 State Park beach</a> in the US.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The entrance fee of $8 <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Side-By-Side-Comparison-Of-Chevy-Dodge-And-Ford-Half-Ton-Trucks">per vehicle</a> was <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Personal-Budgeting-Tools">inexpensive</a> when compared to the great beach, excellent facilities, and the other opportunities inside the park such as a shuttle to Shell Island, nature walks and more.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Panama City Beach also has some <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-Golf-Courses-In-North-Florida-And-South-Georgia">great golf courses</a>, nature exibits like Gulf World, along with older attractions such as Shipwreck Island. Although some of the old "spring break" attractions can still be found, a simple drive from Thomas Drive down Front Beach Rd reveals a large amount of upgrading and change of "direction".</div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">The rest of our<a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Top-5-Things-To-Do-In-Hawaii"> trip included</a> charter fishing for 5 hours, seafood dinners, and time on the great beach of Panama City Beach.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have not checked out Panama City Beach in a while, I encourage you to keep it in mind for your next <a href="http://jdavis88.hubpages.com/hub/Tips-For-Cruise-To-Cozumel">family vacation</a>!</div>JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-51599194786574056942011-07-21T15:09:00.001-04:002012-03-09T11:45:10.454-05:00See The “Mermaids” at Homosassa SpringsA visitor attraction since the 1940’s, Homosassa Springs is a natural wonder and home to manatees and fish alike.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the springs, you can see manatees, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Crevalle Jacks, and Redfish. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At the springs, visitors can venture into an underwater observation area that will give them a up close view of the manatees and fish that call the springs home. <br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">A couple hundred years ago, when sailors and explorers were mapping and exploring the Florida Peninsula, folk lore holds that they often mistook the large mammals as mermaids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The rum from their stops at <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise">Tortuga</a> and other<a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Tips-For-Cruise-To-Cozumel"> islands</a> must have been strong, because I do not see a resemblance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Either way, the manatees are wonderful creatures to watch and as one of the state of Florida’s symbols and an animal that has been at the brink of extinction, they are a great sight to see.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8N0Yrqg2UAJur81kwsd9ry7NFWijJWaeS3gURXBTB4U4RFGffy0lKRN3aGOYPLy8HP9TWtiFd2XT4P1PK-JoGvjjjvc5OwbY-roiqapRgbH6ef6TNIMh1MdIZd9PW0PAFRkm9xFSGzzQ/s1600/101_0218.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8N0Yrqg2UAJur81kwsd9ry7NFWijJWaeS3gURXBTB4U4RFGffy0lKRN3aGOYPLy8HP9TWtiFd2XT4P1PK-JoGvjjjvc5OwbY-roiqapRgbH6ef6TNIMh1MdIZd9PW0PAFRkm9xFSGzzQ/s320/101_0218.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">The park is also home to many other<a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle"> Florida natives</a> such as Alligators, Turtles, Snakes, Bobcats, Panthers, Black Bear, and many native birds.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each of these native animals is in a fenced exhibit that the family can walk up to and read about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Another exhibit in the park is that of “Lou” or “Lucifer” the Hippopotamus.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lou is the only “naturalized” hippo; he was given resident status by Gov. Chiles after the park could not find a home for him when they made the park home for native species.</div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">This park has gift shops, food vending, great park rangers, and entrance includes either a tram ride or a boat ride.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With small entrance fees and free admission for children 6 and under, the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">State Park</a> is an excellent stop for families vacationing in the state of Florida.</div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">The park can be reached at (<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">352) 628-5343 and is located at <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">4150 S. Suncoast Boulevard<br />
Homosassa, Florida 34446.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Homosassa is just a <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Side-By-Side-Comparison-Of-Chevy-Dodge-And-Ford-Half-Ton-Trucks">short drive</a> from the Tampa/St. Petersburg area, so for any vacation to Busch Gardens, Seaworld, Ybor City, or to get on a <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Which-Cruise-Line-Is-Best">cruise ship</a> in the <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">Port ofTampa</a>, make this a fun stop to begin or <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites">end your trip</a>.</span></span></div>JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-56251926783859179522011-06-18T21:51:00.000-04:002011-06-18T21:51:01.910-04:00Great Family Fun In Atlanta, GA!When most people think of Atlanta, GA, they think of a large city, a huge airport, some great nightlife, and maybe some pro sports teams. There are some excellent<a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle"> places for family fun</a> both in and around the Atlanta area that everyone should experience. Keep reading and find out why your next <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South">Southern Vacation</a> should include Atlanta, GA.<br />
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First off, there are some wonderful spots downtown. The Georgia Aquarium, the world's largest aquarium, has more than 10 million gallons of water with more animals than any other aquarium. This aquarium offers hours of learning and fun with a 3D movie theater, multiple themed areas, and even a dining area, all <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/savememoney">with a modest price</a>.<br />
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Next door to the Georgia Aquarium you will find the World of Coca Cola at Pemberton Place. Here you can learn about the beginning of the company, see Coke memorabilia, and do a walk through that includes a "4D" movie theater.<br />
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Some of the other<a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites"> attractions in the Atlanta</a> area include Six Flags Over Georgia, Stone Mountain Park, and Six Flags White Water: Atlanta. Six Flags Over Georgia is one of the best amusement parks in the U.S. and has plenty of fun for the whole family for a full day. Also, the nearby water park, Six Flags White Water, often offers combo deals with your Six Flags tickets for a discount.<br />
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Stone Mountain Park, just 16 miles outside Atlanta, is Georgia's most visited attraction. It offers 5 square miles of camping, hiking, a "sky ride", and even offers a nighttime laser light show on the face of the world's largest piece of exposed granite. Often throughout the year there are concerts and other special attractions at the park as well.<br />
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Visit Atlanta, Georgia and get a taste for all the South has to offer!JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-61310484250974139682011-06-06T15:58:00.000-04:002011-06-06T15:58:04.634-04:00Another Great Florida Beach For Family VacationMy first post on this blog was about my favorite beach, St. George Island. Another great <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">Florida beach</a> to visit for a great family vacation or a personal getaway is Cape San Blas. This beach has white sandy beaches, beautiful dunes, and soft Gulf of Mexico waves. The Cape is also a peninsula that has a bay side which is perfect for serene getaways. <br />
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Cape San Blas is located a few miles to the southeast of Port St. Joe, Florida, and is a couple hours south west of Tallahassee, Fl. The predominant way to get accommodations at this <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/vacation-in-the-south">southern vacation spot</a> is through booking a rental house or condo. There are great local realtors that manage rentals, but most, including private party rentals, can be accessed by <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites">websites like VRBO</a>.<br />
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There are multiple public beach access points on the Cape, including Salinas Park and Cape Palms Park. You should also have an easy time finding accommodations on the beach or bay. <br />
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For more scenery, visit the St. Joseph's State Park on the northern tip of the Cape. This state park has 10 miles of beach and bay, a boat ramp and basin, picnic areas, along with camping access for tents, RV's or even cabins for rent. <br />
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Across the St. Joseph's Bay from the Cape lies one of the <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle">best places to visit in FL</a>: Port St. Joe. Here you can experience some of the Gulf's best seafood. At the marina, you can go on an inexpensive charter fishing trip, or go to the marina's restaurant for fresh fish and fresh oysters.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-17646589523007861522011-06-01T10:04:00.006-04:002012-03-09T11:35:02.775-05:00Tampa, The US Portal To The CaribbeanOn Florida's "Emerald Coast", lies one of its <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">best attractions</a>. The Tampa Bay area is packed with vacation opportunities for people of all ages. From theme parks and night life to scenic views and historic sites, Tampa has something for everyone.<br />
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One of the most common vacation types for people visiting Tampa is that of cruising. Tampa Bay is the embarkation spot for <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Planning-First-Cruise">many cruises visiting the Caribbean.</a> These cruise ships visit places such as <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Tips-For-Cruise-To-Cozumel">Cozumel</a>, Mexico, <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise">Grand Cayman</a>, Jamaica and more.<br />
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Tampa Bay is the embarkation location of choice for many people for a wide array of reasons. First and foremost, Tampa is easier to access than the ports of Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, and is much less expensive as well. For any person <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Dos-And-Donts-For-Your-First-Cruise">going on a cruise</a>, travel costs will possibly include a hotel stay the night prior to embarkation or parking fees while on the cruise, and for these, Tampa is definitely the least expensive.<br />
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Another reason many people choose to take their cruise from Tampa is that there are <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Vacation-In-The-South">many places to visit</a> or take the family the day before leaving or the day after returning. These sites include Ybor City and the Florida Aquarium, both of which are within sight of the Cruise Port Authority. Other areas of interest include Busch Gardens, Sea World, and more. There is also a great shopping area with outlet stores next door to the Florida Aquarium and the Port Authority where the cruises leave from.<br />
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<strong>NK5MKTS4DPXY</strong>JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-71378891009600031592011-05-13T13:56:00.001-04:002011-06-06T15:25:42.229-04:00Wild Adventures, A Must Visit On The Way To FloridaFor the millions of people who visit the state of Florida every year, one of the most common stops, if not main stop, is to one of the many amusement parks located mostly in Central Florida. Even if they are headed to one of <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle">Florida's excellent beaches</a> or to get on a<a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Which-Cruise-Line-Is-Best"> huge cruise ship</a> in one of Florida's ports, an amusement park is often a good stop for a day in transit. Everyone wants <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Great-Florida-Vacation-Idea">to visit Disney World</a>, Busch Gardens, or Sea World, but most do not realize until they begin planning just how much the entrance fees have gone up in the past 10 years. The admission to these parks now averages around $70 for a day pass per person. While there are some deals to be had in this area, there is another option that most visitors to the state do not take advantage of.<br />
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Just above the Florida state line, outside Valdosta, Georgia, is a relatively new amusement park named Wild Adventures. This park has several roller coasters, many "midway-like" rides, a huge go-cart track, along with a growing "safari" area with alligators, lions, and more. Wild Adventures has also added a water park that is attached to the main park and is included in admission.<br />
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This park is smaller than the "Magic Kingdom" but has more than enough fun for a day full of activity and has much less crowds. At Wild Adventures you will find short lines to the best rides, easily accessible food vending, short walks to parking, and all within a short ride from I 75 as you either enter or exit the state of Florida.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5145220366283243490.post-69331607131327470092011-05-11T12:04:00.001-04:002011-06-06T15:26:04.483-04:00Florida Panhandle BeachesMy first post will have to be about one of my favorite places to visit. The <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/great-vacation-spots-florida-panhandle">Florida Panhandle</a> is where I grew up, so the beaches here are very well known to me. These beaches are as good as or better than their South and East Florida counterparts and offer lower prices and less crowding. One of the best beachest to visit in this area, and not as well known to visitors from other states, is St. George Island.<br />
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St. George Island is about one and a half hours east of Panama City, and is about two hours southwest of Tallahassee. The island can only be accessed by bridge from Eastpoint, FL. St. George Island lies across from the Appalachicola Bay, a site well known by seafood lovers, and stretches 28 miles from Cape St. George Island to Dog Island.<br />
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The beach here is, by far, my favorite beach in the world. Yes, I said the world. I have been to <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Tips-For-Cruise-To-Cozumel">beaches in Cozumel</a>, Mexico, Waikiki, Hawaii, the Bahamas, the <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Grand-Cayman-Cruise"><span style="color: #5d7d9d;">Cayman Islands</span></a>, South Florida and others. St. George Island has the finest powdery sand, and the most beautiful white beach in the world.<br />
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There are both free and pay access points at this beach which include a state park where there are pavilions, camping access, and beautiful sand dunes. The options for accommodations on St. George Island include camping, small hotels and condos. Probably the most preferable way of staying here is renting through <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/vacation-websites">VRBO.com</a>. This is also a great place to visit for the day from several other places that are nearby.JDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01592440888848122016noreply@blogger.com0