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Free nights give everyone a reason to head to the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort! Fun, sun, and summer savings is clearly on the vacation itinerary. Stay four nights and get the fourth night free or stay five nights and get the fifth night free from only $159 to $349 per room, per night now through October 3, 2009.*

Dive in and play in one of the resort's six swimming pools, from the lagoon-shaped pool with a curvy 106' waterslide, indoor pool, secluded spa pool, two children's pools, and six whirlpool spas. Children will have a good time with the daily poolside activities that include beach ball drop, hula-hoop contests, face painting and more. Build a fortress in the sand play area or challenge a family member to a game of air hockey, ping-pong, or pinball in the high tech game room.Read more

May 2009 /PRNewswire/ - Beach lovers can celebrate the official beginning of summer at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, where families and friends come together each year to celebrate Memorial Day. Sandestin is hosting a great line up of Memorial Day free events. Join the fun at The Village of Baytowne Wharf beginning Friday, May 23 through Memorial Day, Monday May 26.

• On Saturday and Sunday, children can cool off on the Roaring River Slide in the Village from 10 am to 8 p.m.
• At 6 p.m. each evening, bring the kids for crafts and sandcastle building until 9.
• On Friday, bring a blanket and come out and watch the movie "Hannah Montana" under the stars, where 3-D glasses will be provided.
• Additional events include live music on Friday and Saturday from Coconut Radio, a three piece acoustic group.
• On Saturday, listen to a Pops concert 8 p.m. in cooperation with the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra Guild.
• On Sunday, don't miss the annual Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks extravaganza at 9:15 p.m.
• The extended weekend concludes on Monday at 2:30 p.m. with a 30-minute program to salute veterans.

Just steps away from the crystal blue waters, four miles away from casino nightlife and within 15 miles from four golf courses, Zephyr Cove Resort is truly the hidden gem of South Lake Tahoe. But it might not stay that way for very long—Zephyr Cove Resort is offering visitors 25 irresistible reasons to visit Tahoe this summer.

From May 1 through June 30, 2009,* Zephyr Cove Resort is offering 50 percent off all All lodge rooms, suites, cabins and chalets. As an added bonus, Zephyr Cove Resort is giving guests 24 additional incentives and offers.** From discounts on popular cruises and such outdoor activities as jet skiing and parasailing to savings on food and beach toy purchases, Zephyr Cove Resort ensures that visitors will get more bang for their buck this summer. Guests who book their stay using the code MAYJUNE25 will receive a room key that with the number 25 on it that will enable them to receive all the discounts listed below.

Zephyr Cove Resort and Marina is the summer hotspot in South Lake Tahoe. The resort is just four miles from gambling and nightlife in the casinos, yet far enough away for families to enjoy a peaceful vacation. There are endless outdoor adventures, from kayaking and swimming, to taking a cruise on the lake or just relaxing on the best beach in South Tahoe. Whatever guests decide to do during the day, they are guaranteed a good night’s sleep in the cozy cabins and lodges at Zephyr Cove. Complete with state-of-the-art amenities, Zephyr Cove Resort is the perfect starting and ending point for an adventure in Lake Tahoe.Read more

Are you looking for a last minute getaway this Memorial Day? Panama City Beach, Fla. is offering free night stays, lodging specials and celebrations for travelers seeking a last-minute Memorial Day Weekend getaway.

Panama City Beach features 27 miles white-sand beaches and all kinds of recreation, fine dining and shopping. There's something for everyone at this family-friendly beach destination.

The Princess Condominiums is welcoming guests with a stay for seven nights, pay for five special during the week of May 23 – 30. Enjoy Gulf-front accommodations, three pools, free wireless Internet, volleyball, tennis and much more. Want to stay less than a week? No problem! You can still receive 10 percent off the nightly rate. For more information, call 866-617-7620 or visit www.princesscondorentals.com.

Boardwalk Beach Resort has a stay three or more nights, save an extra 20 percent deal. The Boardwalk Beach Resort gets the party going with weekend activities designed for the whole family, including live music, beach activities, sunset cinema beach movies, kids' club activities, access to parasail rides and scooter and jet ski rentals. For more information, call 800-224-GULF(4853) or visit www.boardwalkbeachresort.com.Read more

According to a recent U.S. study, Wyoming is the third happiest state in the country. It's no wonder, with the never-ending outdoor fun the state has to offer. As the snow melts away and flowers start to bloom, Northwestern Wyoming transforms from a winter adventure destination to a summer paradise.

Summer brings an entirely different experience to the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The central location of Togwotee Pass provides for easy access to fishing, rafting, hiking and boating. A drive through the Tetons to the north will bring you to the South Entrance of Yellowstone and several more adventures. Drive south through the Tetons and enjoy the western small town excitement of the town of Jackson.

Located above Jackson Hole in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Togwotee Mountain Lodge is the perfect starting point for an endless array of fun outdoor summer activities that take place in a beautiful natural setting, from horseback riding and hot air balloon rides to mountain bike tours and white water rafting. This summer, Togwotee Mountain Lodge is offering an array of lodging packages for any type of visitor. Read more

By Jeff Zbar
www.chiefhomeofficer.com

Sitting aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Enchantment of the Seas, typing blogs about our travels as I gaze seaward into pitch darkness, I'm awaiting an encounter with the sun at the morning horizon. I'm perched in the heralded Viking Crown Lounge, the elevated, disk-like retreat with full panoramic views of the horizon. I call down to the front desk to find which direction we're traveling.

East-northeast, the night-shift receptionist tells me.

In actuality, I cannot see the seas, the horizon, or anything beyond the glass that surrounds me. I hear wind howling and see a driving rain hitting the glass. Mother nature is being thoroughly uncooperative this Sunday morning. No sunrise to be seen, and quite possibly, no sunbathing on deck either. Read more