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The Coolest, Most Overlooked Vacation Destinations for the Summer

by jessica on Sat, 2011-07-23 05:00

It has been one hot summer! If you want to get away from the heat, MyWeather.com has hand-picked 7 domestic destinations (and the unassuming activities that make them cool) that are often overlooked when planning a summer vacation.

The following locations were chosen based on consistent and appealing summer weather, awesome attractions and an array of other appeals that offer something for all types of travelers:

• Breckenridge, Colorado – Average July High: 73 Degrees F
What's cool about it: This winter wonderland is more than just a ski town boasting 300 days of sunshine annually with activities to keep you busy all year long. Breckenridge Fun Park features scenic gondola and ski lift rides – 2 miles high – along with plenty of hiking, whitewater rafting, and picturesque views of the Continental Divide.

• Upper Peninsula, Michigan – Average July High: 73 Degrees F
What's cool about it: With more than 150 waterfalls, 40 lighthouses, and a terrain that's perfect for camping, boating, fishing and other outdoor activities, Upper Peninsula boasts 1,700 miles of shoreline along three of the nation's five Great Lakes. Want to be adventurous? Try taking a glass-bottom shipwreck boat tour.Read more

New Eclipse-Themed Package at Kalaloch Lodge for Twilight Fans

Last year, many Twilighters made the pilgrimage to the Olympic National Park and Forest to view the sites that mark the milestones in Bella and Edward's romance in the Twilight Saga. In conjunction with the release of Eclipse, which hits theaters June 30, Kalaloch Lodge is expanding its popular lodging package through October 30, 2010.

Starting at just $202,* the Twilight Eclipse package invites Twilight fans to stay in a double occupancy Log Cabin this summer and sink their teeth into a special Twilight dessert. Travelers looking to explore Forks will enjoy amenities for two, including a map of Forks highlighting all locations listed in the series, Twilight water bottles and Twilight trivia.

Throughout the year, guests can still book the original Twilight Package, which features a two-night stay with a special Twilight dessert, two Twilight water bottles and extra Twilight amenities.Read more

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Visit a National Park this Summer

by jessica on Fri, 2009-06-19 11:51

Are you looking for an affordable vacation this summer? Visit a National Park this summer. ARAMARK Parks and Destinations just announced new discounts in conjunction with the National Park Service's Fee-Free Weekends. During the weekends of June 20-21, July 18-19 and August 15-16, 2009, in addition to receiving free entrance to the National Park, visitors can also get deals on tours, lodging and retail specials at select national park destinations.

Deals for travelers during the weekends of June 20 and 21, July 18 and 19, and August 15 and 16, 2009, include:

Lake Powell and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Full-day Rainbow Bridge Scenic Cruise: Buy one ticket and receive the second ticket at a 50% discount. Valid dates: June 20 and 21, July 18 and 19, August 15 and 16, and September 26, 2009. To make a reservation, call (888) 486-4665 or visit www.lakepowell.com for more information.

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