When it comes to North America vacations, there's no shortage of United States vacation ideas, even leaving aside the major tourist sites of New York, LA, Washington, and San Francisco; but, North America is so much more. If you're looking for great things to do and see in North America, don't forget Canada, Mexico, the rest of Central America and the Caribbean. These places all have way more to offer than most of us have been led to expect.
Why Fly Halfway Around the World for Diwali? Trinidad and Tobago Has it All!
When you think Diwali, like any other major Hindu festival, your first thought is likely India. It makes sense, as the birthplace of Hinduism India would be the place to go to celebrate the annual festival of lights...
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Father-Son Fishing: Hatchet Lake Lodge
The summer after my first year in college, my dad and I finally took the father son fishing trip that we'd been planning for several years. We both knew that we'd want the opportunity to spend some time together for some father son bonding after my first year living away from home and we'd both talked a lot about how we wanted to go on a real fishing trip out in the wilderness.
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Ice Hotel Quebec: Not Your Grandma's Igloo!
The Ice Hotel Quebec (or as it is known there, Hotel de Glace) is an absolute must see for any tourist that is fascinated by unusual hotels, and really, anyone considering canadian tourist attractions that is considering a winter vacation that they will always remember.
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3-Day Roadtrip: Ithaca, NY & Pittsburgh, PA
Itinerary for 3-day vacation:
(This vacation has been completed, updates to reflect the details of the actual trip are posted in blue)
Dates of Travel
Locations Visited
Activities
24 Aug 2009
- Boston, MA
- Ithaca, NY
Driving from Boston to Ithaca, and spending the night in Ithaca
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Dates of Travel
Locations Visited
Activities
24 Aug 2009
- Boston, MA
- Ithaca, NY
Driving from Boston to Ithaca, and spending the night in Ithaca
Kona Coffee Festival — Celebrate the Big Island Brew
The Kona coffee festival is one of the most unique november vacations, as locals and tourists alike gather annually to celebrate the impact of coffee on the Hawaiian culture. It is the oldest food festival in Hawaii and full of cultural, food and historical events.
Springtime Montreal and Toronto Roadtrip!
By Leann Zotis
In an effort to strike out on our own, on a vacation of our choosing, my husband and I packed the car, plugged in the GPS and headed off on a self-directed roadtrip tour through a large chunk of the eastern portion of Canada.
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North Myrtle Beach Camping — If one is looking for a unique do-it-yourself vacation then I would highly recommend visiting the Apache Family Campground in North Myrtle Beach South Carolina. This is a great place to visit if one does not like the typical hassles of resorts and hotels. My family used to visit this campground every year from the time...
Sample Travel Itinerary: Quebec City and the Hotel de Glace
Below you will find the Sample Travel Itinerary for a week long vacation that Yoshi and I will be taking to Quebec City, including and overnight visit at the Hotel de Glace just outside Quebec city. I am really excited to have the opportunity to practice my French (Je viens de commencer l'apprentissage avec un camarade de classe) and to explore "the most European city in America). If you are planning your own roadtrip, be sure to check out our road trip planning tips! (This trip has been completed, so comments, modification and revelations will be posted in blue)
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Whale Watching and More in Seattle in the Spring
Contributed By Laura Lee Winger
I clicked the shutter button, but the shot took too late. The baby orca had completed its flip and disappeared back into the deep blue waters before my camera could capture the moment. While we had been observing a family of about twenty-five killer whales for over an hour, the baby only did flips two or three times, and they were so infrequent it was difficult to stay focused on capturing the perfect image.
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A Weekend at the University of Chicago
Best known for its students deeply embracing their status as nerds, geeks and dorks. You might be surprised to know that the University of Chicago is the home of modern improvisational and Sketch Comedy. Off-Off Campus, has been around in it's current incarnation since 1986 making it the longest continuously running student improv group in the country.
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Father Son Bonding Washington DC
As a World War II veteran, my father really wanted to start the monument tour with the memorial to honor the men who risked their lives in the last World War. In fact, it’s all he’d been talking about since it opened in 2004. If you haven’t been, you owe it to yourself to see for yourself this spectacular achievement.
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Father Son Bonding: Bahamas
If you're looking for a place to take your son that he will really enjoy (and you too, for that matter) why not take a gander at the Bahamas? There are myriad choices in how you get there, and even more once you do. Whether you take a cruise or fly, the choices are as limitless as the day is long.
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Father-Son Fishing: Legacy Lodge
Dad and I just got back from the best fishing trip ever. We went to Legacy Lodge in British Columbia. It was so beautiful there, and the fishing was outstanding. Carved into the rugged coastline of BC, it's so remote and serene. Situated in the protected waters of Rivers Inlet, Legacy offers some of the best sport fishing everywhere, mixing it rather handily with all the comforts of home.
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It doesn't matter how old you are – 6 or 66. Of all the cave systems in the country, no, in the world, Carlsbad Caverns in southeastern New Mexico is one of the finest, and make for a perfect father/son vacation. Some systems are accessible only to trained spelunkers or cave divers. Still others are very hazardous, with pools of fume-spewing sulphuric and hydrochloric acid, necessitating respirators and special gear. What makes Carlsbad Caverns so great is that most of the park's caves are available to everyone.
Starting in New York, my father and I drove west through Pennsylvania, then into Ohio where we slept for the night. I was noticing that things were getting a little flat. Indiana seemed also pretty flat and it looked as though I could see the entire state on the highway, it was so flat! It boggled my mind. We drove through Illinois where I remember we stayed the night in Chicago. We saw the Chicago Cubs play against the New York Mets, which was kind of fun. I had only seen their stadium, Wrigley field, on the television. They of course lost to the Mets. I got a Cub’s baseball cap.
This year when I asked him what he wanted to do for our upcoming vacation together he said, “I want to ride a motorcycle like Valentino Rossi.” Let me tell you, I nearly fell over in my seat. My father has been a die-hard Harley rider since he was 18 years old. He built his first motorcycle using parts from several bikes that were on their way to the junk pile. He had that bike for 15 years until he was able to afford to buy a new Harley, which he has had to this day.
One of the things my father said that he’d always wanted to do was to see the southern rim of the Grand Canyon, as well as the Wupatki National Monument. Right after I landed my first job out of college, to thank him for all his support (both financial and “atta-boys”, I surprised him with a trip to Arizona.
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Father-Son Bonding: Shenandoah Valley
This is a journey that I made with my own dad after he retired. It was something that he requested we do because he’d always wanted to visit this area. Although when people think of Virginia, images of Virginia Beach tend to come to mind, this is an altogether different kind of vacation. Lying on a beach is nice and has its place, but after you’re done, there aren’t memories to last a lifetime. This particular trip that I took my father on, he continues to rave to his friends about, so I think that it was as indelible for him as it was for me.
When visiting Puerto Rico, you definitely want to give yourself at least two weeks to take in all its wonder. If you can swing it, try three - yes there’s really that much to do. While the majority of tourists tend to flock to the all-inclusive resorts, I say get out there and visit the whole island. Rent a car and just drive. If you are a person who has to have an agenda, you can plan one, but then again, “riding by the seat of your pants” is best. Puerto Ricans are by nature some of the least formal people and so, you’ll see that schedules are something to adhere to at work. When it comes to fun, just do it.
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Sample Travel Itinerary: Quebec City and the Hotel de Glace
Below you will find the Sample Travel Itinerary for a week long vacation that Yoshi and I will be taking to Quebec City, including and overnight visit at the Hotel de Glace just outside Quebec city. I am really excited to have the opportunity to practice my French (Je viens de commencer l'apprentissage avec un camarade de classe) and to explore "the most European city in America). If you are planning your own roadtrip, be sure to check out our road trip planning tips! (This trip has been completed, so comments, modification and revelations will be posted in blue)
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Whale Watching and More in Seattle in the Spring
Contributed By Laura Lee Winger
I clicked the shutter button, but the shot took too late. The baby orca had completed its flip and disappeared back into the deep blue waters before my camera could capture the moment. While we had been observing a family of about twenty-five killer whales for over an hour, the baby only did flips two or three times, and they were so infrequent it was difficult to stay focused on capturing the perfect image.
Continue reading Whale Watching and More in Seattle in the Spring
A Weekend at the University of Chicago
Best known for its students deeply embracing their status as nerds, geeks and dorks. You might be surprised to know that the University of Chicago is the home of modern improvisational and Sketch Comedy. Off-Off Campus, has been around in it's current incarnation since 1986 making it the longest continuously running student improv group in the country.
Keep reading a Weekend at the University of Chicago
Father Son Bonding Washington DC
As a World War II veteran, my father really wanted to start the monument tour with the memorial to honor the men who risked their lives in the last World War. In fact, it’s all he’d been talking about since it opened in 2004. If you haven’t been, you owe it to yourself to see for yourself this spectacular achievement.
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Father Son Bonding: Bahamas
If you're looking for a place to take your son that he will really enjoy (and you too, for that matter) why not take a gander at the Bahamas? There are myriad choices in how you get there, and even more once you do. Whether you take a cruise or fly, the choices are as limitless as the day is long.
Keep Reading Father Son Bonding: Bahamas
Father-Son Fishing: Legacy Lodge
Dad and I just got back from the best fishing trip ever. We went to Legacy Lodge in British Columbia. It was so beautiful there, and the fishing was outstanding. Carved into the rugged coastline of BC, it's so remote and serene. Situated in the protected waters of Rivers Inlet, Legacy offers some of the best sport fishing everywhere, mixing it rather handily with all the comforts of home.
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Keep reading: Father-Son Bonding Grand Canyon and Arizona
This is a journey that I made with my own dad after he retired. It was something that he requested we do because he’d always wanted to visit this area. Although when people think of Virginia, images of Virginia Beach tend to come to mind, this is an altogether different kind of vacation. Lying on a beach is nice and has its place, but after you’re done, there aren’t memories to last a lifetime. This particular trip that I took my father on, he continues to rave to his friends about, so I think that it was as indelible for him as it was for me.