10 Best Romantic Islands Inns and Resorts

Looking for that ideal romantic hideaway this Valentine season? Whisk honey for that ideal romantic retreat at one of these lovey-dovey retreats.

petitPetit St. Vincent, Grenadines

The two hundred elegantly decorated cottages along the sun-kissed island in Caribbean offer an ideal setting and everything else that you need for that unforgettable romantic getaway.

The Inn on Peaks Island, Maine

The Inn is situated amidst all the fun and excitement of Casco Bay, two miles from downtown Portland. The Inn features six pleasantly furnished suites with fireplaces, private decks and spa tubs.

The Inn at Mama’s Fish House, Maui, Hawaii

Ideally located on Maui’s North Shore, the Inn has in store for couples a handful of cottages, equipped with great amenities.

The Collier Inn, Useppa Island, Florida

The 80-acre island on which the Inn is located is only accessible only by water and can be explored mostly by golf cart, contains neither cars nor roads. The Inn comprises seven antiques-filled suites.

Hotel del Coronado and Glorietta Bay Inn, Coronado Island, California

The beachfront hotel features thoughtfully appointed rooms in both the old and the new style.

English Country Garden B&B, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

The English Country Garden Bed & Breakfast provides comfortable and luxurious rooms which include a tiny, secluded log cottage with a porch overlooking a small lake.

Casita de Maya, Cozumel, Mexicocasita-de-maya

Casita de Maya provides the perfect headquarters for a getaway. The four rooms at the cottage feature beautifully appointed in earthy colors, open onto a pretty little courtyard with a pool.

MacKaye Harbor Inn, Lopez Island, Washington

The MacKaye Harbor Inn, in a huge restored farmhouse near the south end of the Lopez Island is a great place for your next romantic getaway.

A Water’s Edge Retreat, Kelleys Island, Ohio

The bed-and-breakfast features bright coral-and-aqua exteriors along with traditional and refined rooms.

Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Jekyll Island, Georgia

The Jekyll Island Club Hotel occupies the clubhouse and several other historic buildings, including a couple of the cottages, keeping up the standards splendidly.

10 Great Places to Celebrate Christmas

rockefeller_center_christmas_treeChristmas is a busy time of year as many of us hitting the roads and taking to the skies. The holidays can be a time to visit family, but a few people will choose to get AWAY from it all! If you aren’t the sort who wants to spend Christmas Day hosting relatives or hanging out at a friend’s house, here is just a sampler of some of the top Christmas destinations for you to target:

Las Vegas: Vegas is undoubtedly one of the top places to celebrate till the heart’s desire. Will festivities full swing and entertainment attractions galore; you’ll have a blast celebrating here. To top it all, the hotels too offer visually stunning decorations.

Disneyland, Orlando: For families there is no better place than Disney to celebrate Christmas. With fantastic decorations all across the park and the hotels too decorate tastefully, Disney’s charm is truly magical!!!

New York: The Times Square, the spectacular Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center and the amazing Christmas window displays at Macy’s make New York one of the most desirable Christmas travel destinations.

Honolulu, Oahu: The island of Oahu is one of the best visited winter destinations, full of warm and welcoming traditional culture and scenic natural beauty. While festivities at Oahu include Concert, Parades and live performances, Honolulu dazzles with spectacular light displays and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies.

Bay of Islands, New Zealand: The Bay of Islands comprises some of the world’s most breathtaking natural scenery with more than 150 different small islands and secluded beaches, and you can plan your stay at small and cozy villas overlooking the azure blue waters of the ocean.

Meran, Southern Tirol Italy: Meran ranks amongst the world’s most popular ski destinations. Meran’s old town center was built during the 13th century and is offers excellent and shopping and dining experiences over the Christmas break.

Mexico City: Mexico City celebrates Christmas in its own way. Christmas customs here are an eclectic mixture of the old and the new, including elements from Europe, others developed in Mexico, and in recent years elements borrowed from the U.S.A.

Goa, India: Goans celebrate the arrival of the Magi with nine days of fireworks and partying. Crowds congregate to watch three boys in glittering costumes chosen as kings make their way to church on white horses. The fun culminates in The Feast of the Three Kings (Jan. 6), which is celebrated enthusiastically by both Christians and Hindus.

Boston USA: Boston’s old world feel with historic architecture and cobblestoned streets make it a real treat celebrating Christmas here!

Edinburgh, Scotland: Edinburgh is one of the best places to watch Christmas festivities in its full swing. Indulge in Christmas shopping and dining and watch spectacular firework displays at night.

Ten Best Girl Getaways

Girl Getaways

Girl Getaways

Are you in a mood to do something really different this weekend? Leave the old ways of heading out in the usual way. Go out spend weekend at one of the world-class restaurants, hang out with friends at an ultra-chic nightclub or go bizarre over shopping as much as you want to. Whether it’s surfing, clubbing, pampering, cooking, or shopping that gets you and your friends going, here’s a list of ten most happening places to do all that and much more.

1. Art-viewing in Florence
2. Club-hopping in South Beach
3. Cooking in Provence
4. Going wild in Las Vegas
5. Shopping in New York City
6. Spirituality in Sedona
7. Surfing in Bali
8. Theater in London
9. Wine sipping in Sonoma
10. Yoga in Costa Rica

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Ten Best Places to Go Wild Over Zoo Animals

Female Monkey with Offspring at Central Park Zoo

Female Monkey with her Offspring at Central Park Zoo

Here is a list of 10 best Zoos in the U.S.

1. San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, San Diego
2. Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta
3. Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World,  Orlando
4. Central Park Zoo, New York
5. Audubon Zoo, New Orleans
6. National Zoo, Washington, D.C.
7. Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati
8. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Tucson
9. Palm Beach Zoo, Palm Beach, Florida
10. ZooAmerica, Hershey, Pa.

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