The island of Oahu in Hawaii is both beautiful and diverse.  A majority of people are drawn here to the excitement of Waikiki Beach with its colorful clubs and taste filled restaurants. The island activities around Oahu range from surfing lessons and canoeing to swimming with the dolphins and scuba diving.  No matter what you or your family like to do on vacation, you can find something for everyone on Oahu island.

Those that like adventure can choose from a wide variety of water sports and land activities on Oahu.  If you would like to spend your vacation in or near the water, you should try surfing, scuba diving, or windsurfing.  The land activities here include hiking through rain forests, biking along the mountain ranges, even parachuting. If you happen to be staying on Waikiki Beach, there are many shops that rent outrigger canoes, surf boards, and other gear on the beach.  You can even go to the Kapiolani Park for tennis, archery, and even jogging. Romantic beach vacations on Oahu Island range from renewing your wedding vows to luxurious beach service at one of the several hotels.  If you’ve never tasted pink beer or champagne, Mai Tai Bar is the place you should check out. Read the rest of this entry »

North Myrtle Beach is an excellent beach vacation that offers endless stretches of powdery white sand and the crystal blue Atlantic Ocean.  These are all but the beginning of what a truly great vacation in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is all about.

No matter if you are looking for a relaxing break from your daily routine or a vacation filled with activity, you’ll find it all and then some in Myrtle Beach.  There is something for your entire family here, including miniature golf, water parkers, fine dining, shopping, and a lot more.  Golf lovers will find paradise in choosing from over 80 pro courses in the Myrtle Beach/North Myrtle Beach areas. Read the rest of this entry »

Knowns as the perfect beach town, Cocoa Beach is an hour drive east of Orlando on Florida’s amazing Space Coast.  The drive here is almost as beautiful as the beach – offering you endless ways to enjoy your leisure and recreation. Whether you are going on a family beach vacation, leisure travel, business trip, or just a day at the beach, you’ll find exactly what you’ve been looking
for in Cocoa Beach and the Space Coast area to make your stay one you’ll never forget.

Cocoa Beach is one of the most affordable beach vacations in Florida.  There is never a lack of things to do or see in and around Cocoa Beach.  Besides the fun in the sun, Space Coast offers you the chance to go deep sea fishing or parasailing, try your luck aboard a casino cruise ship, or just take a river tour and get up close and personal with the awesome wildlife of Florida. Read the rest of this entry »

The island of Maui is home to some of the most amazing beaches.  Some beaches offer swimming all year round, while others are best for surfing or snorkeling during certain times of the year.  Depending on where you choose to stay, there are always some
famous beaches nearby.

West Maui beaches
If you drive along the west coast of Maui from Lahaina to Kapalua, you’ll see many breathtaking beaches along the coast.    Kaanapali Beach will offer you over three miles of white sand with a variety of watersports, including surfing, sailboating, and even catamaran rides. On the north end of the beach is Black Rock, which is well known for snorkeling. Read the rest of this entry »

Perfectly situated midway between Los Angeles and San Diego in southern Orange County, Laguna Beach is a popular weekend vacation in Southern California.  Offering seven miles of coastline with sandy beaches and palm trees, Laguna Beach is the perfect beach vacation getaway.

There are 30 beaches and coves that visitors can explore either on foot or by kayak.  The activities here include sailing, bird watching, beach volleyball, surfing, and even scuba diving. The Laguna Beach also enjoys warm weather year round with an average high of 69 degrees in January and 77 degrees in July.  Popular activities for the outdoors here include romantic picnics, hiking, cycling, tennis, golf, and even botanical garden tours. Read the rest of this entry »

Located on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, the Atlantis Paradise Island offers so many activities that it’s probably one of the only resorts in the world where you’ll need a map to even get around! The accommodations here range from moderately priced to very expensive.  Families on vacation here should consider staying in the Coral Towers, which is the most centrally located tower at Atlantis.  The Coral Towers is also closest to the Predator Lagoon and the Lagoon Pool as well.

Atlantis Paradise Island Resort is also packed with activities for guests of all ages.  The eleven pool areas, miles of sandy beach, and Neptune’s Water Toys Hut give guests access to many water based activities.  Neptune’s provides non motorized water sports which include water bikes, pedal boats, kayaks, and even snorkeling equipment rentals. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to go on your beach vacation, it can be very hard to pick a destination.  There are many places you can go, whether you want to explore the beaches of Hawaii or just play golf in Georgia.  Below, you’ll find 9 ideas to help you decide on
where to go for your vacation.

Hawaii resort
You can choose to put your frequent flier miles to good use and take a beach vacation on the island of Hawaii.  Here, you can relax on the beach, swim in the ocean, play golf, and even indulge in one of the many innovative spa treatments.  Hawaii enjoys
some of the best weather in the world – making it a great choice for your beach vacation. Read the rest of this entry »

The Little Inn by the bay in Newport Beach provides the best hotel experience in the area.  They offer unbeatable prices, still staying true to maintaining quality service.  Offering many comfortable rooms and packages, they do more than enough to  ensure you have a great stay in Newport Beach and save as much money as you possibly can.

In the morning, the inn allows you to customize your own continental breakfast from a variety of possibilities, such as muffins, cereals, and juices – delivered to your hotel room along with the morning paper! Along with the morning paper and a continental breakfast, the Little Inn by the bay also provides beach cruisers.  There’s no sense in walking when you can use the bikes they provide to explore the miles and miles of beaches and boardwalk that Newport Beach and peninsula has to offer. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re looking for action and adventure in the Newport Beach area, the Disneyland Resort is everything you need.  Bigger and more magical than ever, the world famous Disneyland is just a short ride from the Little Inn by the bay by.  With the addition of the California Adventure Island, the Disneyland Resort is better than ever.

For kids of all ages, Disneyland is where the dreams come alive.  From riding the many rides to the magical parade and seeing the enchanting characters of Disney in person, no place on earth can capture the wonder and magic like Disneyland.

With everyday excitement and the seasonal events like the fireworks display, Disneyland Resort will keep kids of all ages enchanted for hours.  Best of all, Disneyland Resort has something for the entire family. You can also learn about past and present California at the Disney Adventure Park, as well as learn about  the colorful history that makes California what it is today.  Things such as the California Gold Rush and the Hollywood Golden Years are all included at the Adventure Park. Read the rest of this entry »

Since 1980, the Adventures At Sea Yachts have been taking people on unforgettable cruises.  The energetic staff behind the cruises have the capability to handle any type of charters, such as corporate, wedding, private, surprise, sailing, sport, fishing, private, and much more.  With many awards, accolades, and happy clients to their credit, Adventures At Sea in Newport
Beach enjoy what they do and put a lot of attention to detail in their cruises.

For the area, Adventures At Sea offers champagne sailing cruises for Southern California, an Orange County sail  boat charter, a sailing yacht charter in Newport Beach, and sea yacht cruises throughout California.  From Newport Beach, Adventures At Sea can help you visit and view California in ways you could never dream of. Read the rest of this entry »

Over 800 years old, the gondola is a regarded as a symbol of romance.  Although thinking of a gondola may bring thoughts of Venice Italy, the gondola ride found in Newport Beach can be just as romantic when it comes to the symbol of romance. Once you sit in the black yet sleek gondola, you’ll be steered into the fairy-tale setting of the hidden canals beyond Newport Beach.  Most of the time, the individual steering the gondola will appear discreet yet mysterious, hearing nothing and saying nothing.

With this sense, the boat will almost appear to be moving by magic, gliding along with nothing to disturb the soft music.  Occasionally, you can hear the splashing of a fish breaking the surface of the water, which actually adds to the music and the tempo of the gondola ride. Read the rest of this entry »

If you like to surf or hit the waves, the infamous “Wedge” in Newport Beach is something you have to experience at least once in your lifetime.  Although The Wedge isn’t classified as a wave, it’s actually a 20 foot plus battering ram that was created by sheer intelligence. The way it heaves, throws, and bends behaves in ways other waves can’t begin to comprehend.  If you look at it up close, you’ll notice that The Wedge is a combination of two waves that join together, resulting in a massive slingshot that is capable of sending anyone flying.

The Wedge takes a swell, but only for a few moments, retracting the swell energy from the jetty then smashing on the beach.  Though it may look like a “humping effect”, as the locals call it, the feel and look of it must be seen to be believed. For many years, The Wedge in Newport Beach has proven to be the best place in the world for surfing.  Over the years, professional body boarders have headed here as well, to test their skill and experience with the one thing that’s very hard to top.

Deadly at all tides, the best time to show up at The Wedge is in the morning or late afternoon, as this is when the tide is at it’s best.  With sizes reaching between 6 and 20+ feet, you have to be on your toes before you even attempt to tame it. If you plan to go surfing or body boarding here, you should also bring your camera, beach chair, swim fins, goggles, and insurance card!  It’s  always best to be prepared, which makes the insurance card great to have – especially when you consider just how powerful
The Wedge truly is.

The best time to visit The Wedge is the summer, as winter may be a bit cold.  As a beginner, The Wedge may be a bit too difficult.  If you have experience, you may even find it to be a bit psychotic.  At any rate, it’s a challenge you won’t soon forget. Nearby, you have many places to eat, such as the  Quick Fix and Worth The Wait.  There are also several places to stay as well, along with places to shop and enjoy yourself.

From surfing to sheer fun watching The Wedge pummel surfers, Newport Beach offers you everything you need to have an excellent stay.  If you enjoy surfing, you simply must visit The Wedge at least once and see if you have what it takes.