Bargain Hotel Spas
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The economy might be on the mend, but a lot of people are still feeling a financial crunch. That’s why we’ve put together this list of budget friendly hotel spas. After all, sometimes we just …

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Five Eco-Friendly Vacation Spots
June 10, 2011 – 8:46 am | No Comment
Five Eco-Friendly Vacation Spots

Go green. It’s everywhere. More people are using reusable bags at the grocery store, riding bikes, and buying hybrid cars. Though going green has perhaps become more trendy than practical, every little bit counts. This …

Top 10 Ski Resorts to Learn to Ski
January 10, 2011 – 8:07 am | No Comment

Top 10 Ski Resorts to Learn to Ski

In celebration of the assertion that “humans were never meant to hibernate,” the month of January is officially Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month in 32 states. Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month (LSSM) was started in 2007 to promote physical activity during the winter months for many who would otherwise lounge around in anticipation of spring. During LSSM, participating ski areas and resorts throughout the nation offer deeply discounted prices for novice skiers as an incentive to get first timers out on the snow. We’ve tracked down the top 10 best ski areas in the country to help get you off the couch.

Best National Fishing Trip Locations
September 24, 2010 – 3:22 pm | No Comment

Clearlake, CA

Among the best national fishing trip locations is Clearlake, the Golden State’s largest natural freshwater lake and is a top bass fishing destination.

Anchorage: The Other Native America
August 30, 2010 – 6:00 am | 3 Comments
Anchorage: The Other Native America

Who were the first peoples to succeed in Alaska’s often cruel environment? Anthropologists assert that the ancestors of Alaska Natives were the first persons to migrate to the state, at that time over the land bridge that connected Siberia and what is now Alaska, thousands of years ago. Today, Native Alaskans are divided into several groups throughout the state, from the Athabascans of the interior, the Tlingits and Haidas of the southeast coast, the Aleuts, Alutiiqs, and Eyaks, to two groups of the well-known Eskimos: Inupiat and Yup’ik.

Living the Wild Life in Anchorage
August 30, 2010 – 6:00 am | One Comment
Living the Wild Life in Anchorage

Anchorage is an outdoorsy city where retired lumberjacks and Alaska Natives swap fishing tales in their waders. A testament to the area’s fishing culture, Wild Salmon on Parade sculptures appear throughout downtown, a nod to the anglers seeking kings and silvers nearby at Ship Creek. Anchorage’s transit system handily stops near many trailheads, and most buses have bicycle racks. The daily bear sighting reports in the local newspaper reveal what a rugged city this is. This guide to wildlife in Anchorage will help you experience the best of its beautiful, natural surroundings.

Destination of the Week: Anchorage Extraordinary by Nature
August 29, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Anchorage Extraordinary by Nature

Anchorage is a top North American city, not only in a literal geographic sense. Named an All-American City for four years, the city is a prosperous metropolis amidst stunning natural wonders. Surrounded by six mountain …

The Best Worldwide Summer Cruise Destinations
May 5, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
The Best Worldwide Summer Cruise Destinations

With summertime just around the corner, consider a cruise experience as your foray into exploring new cultures and taking in views of the world’s most beautiful coastlines. Map out your itinerary to include any of these amazing summer cruise destinations around the globe.

On Your Mark, Get Set, Go Adventure Alaska Tours
October 16, 2009 – 1:47 pm | No Comment
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go Adventure Alaska Tours

Adventure Alaska is one of several adventure tour operators that offer a variety of unique itineraries for small groups visiting Alaska, Denali National Park, Canada’s Yukon Territory and the Iditarod Trail. This company can take …