At the Beach: West Beach ‘09 Music & Arts Festival

September 17, 2009

WHO: All of your favorite artists preforming over one weekend – including Steel Pulse, Ozomatli, Donavon Frankenreiter, Ben Harper, G. Love & Special Sauce, Slightly Stoopid & Pepper!
WHAT: A 100% on-the-beach music festival with 4 stages and over 50 sets to be played!  Tickets range from $30 – $50 depending on the day, or $115 [...]

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Offbeat Vacation Spot: Huacachina, Peru

September 16, 2009

Huacachina is a small village located in the Ica Region, in southwestern Peru with a population of only 115.  It’s built around a small isolated lake in the desert called the “Oasis of America,” and has long served as a resort for local families from the nearby city of Ica and a stomping-ground for Peruvian [...]

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At the Beach: Meet Quiksilver Surf Team Riders 9/17 in Laguna Beach

September 15, 2009

Over at Quicksilver’s blog they just announced that some of their team riders will be dropping by the Laguna Beach Quicksilver store – now’s your chance to meet the dreamy Dane Reynolds, Freddy Patacchia, Jeremy Flores, Aritz Aranburu, Miky Picon, and Nic Muscroft!  The action takes place this Thursday (9/17/2009) from 6 – 7pm @ [...]

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5 Underrated Vacation Destinations

September 15, 2009

Everyone loves going on vacation and most people usually travel to the same destinations every year, or else they choose different places to go but usually these are always popular tourist destinations. There are so many amazing vacation getaways that many people do not know of, and if they do they may have never thought [...]

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10 Best Beach Moments in the Movies (now w/ less Bette Midler)

September 8, 2009

Did you ever see a commercial for a burger joint and say to yourself… “I’ve got to have that RIGHT NOW?” I’ve done it more than my fair share of times. And it doesn’t just happen with commercials either, sometimes a good movie can do it.
It happened to me late Spring where I [...]

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5 of the Strangest Places to Visit

September 1, 2009

Most travelers are looking for new experiences, but what about the TRULY unusual?  For the adventurous travelers there are so many amazing places around the world that you can choose to see, some are man-made and others were formed by nature. The 5 places below are all natural and are (most definitely) some of the [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (32 of 40)

August 31, 2009

surfs up ballin
“after a few more days of small waves in bingin’ we headed north up to cangoo (changoo) where franny and alana live.  many beach breaks up and down the coast, small but fun, and not too many guys. there’s three rivers up and down the beach, so makes for [...]

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Loggerhead Turtles of North Captiva Island

August 26, 2009

On my most recent trip to North Captiva Island, I had the opportunity to go on a turtle walk with a conservationist volunteer who is responsible for reporting on sea turtle nests. It was a fascinating fact finding experience. We started before sunrise and walked for approximately 3 hours investigating turtle nests and [...]

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Designing a Vacation Budget Using the Currency Exchange

August 24, 2009

How should I exchange money so I get the best return on my exchange?
Every soon-to-be vacationer has a million thoughts running through their mind, especially if the holiday is in another country. Hotel reservations must be made, good restaurant must be found and local attractions must be researched. A vacation out of the country takes [...]

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The Best Water Parks in the World

August 20, 2009

Summer is –  sadly –  coming to an end.  I know, because I nearly got run over by a herd of back-to-school families with out of control shopping carts when I foolishly stumbled into Office Max in need of an ink cartridge thinking it would be a quick in-and-out trip.  But soon, kiddies, you will [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (31 of 40)

August 18, 2009

more on KL and on to bali
“KL, what a crazy unique city. at least to our eyes. the people, so many different people. we stayed in china town, in an indian owned place, ran by one of the manliest lady boys we’ve seen (indian) and these two other guys that had more going on [...]

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Mountain Retreat Vacation House in Big Sky, Montana

August 17, 2009

The Big Sky Mountain Retreat House, also known as the original Montana Escape, is located directly in the center of Big Sky, Montana. In November 0f 2003 the home was selected to be featured on Fine Living TV’s 10 Perfect Winter Wonderlands. At that time the home was lacking a master tub and a bit [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (30 of 40)

August 14, 2009

bagus bagus bagus
“three for three. not the biggest surf, but it’s bali surf. jeff couldn’t be more happy. the first day, met up with fernando and alana (jeff’s peruvian and auss friends, used to be slocals) and hit up bingin and impossibles. chest high and fun, it’s just good to be surfing with fernando, and [...]

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Winter at the Beach – Clearwater Beach, Florida

August 10, 2009

On this particular winter vacation, our family opted for jet skis over snow skis and was happy not to wait in long lift lines. We may be trading our snow skis for water skis next year as well!
Our Beach house vacation rental was on Sand Key, just outside Clearwater Beach, Florida and a few minutes [...]

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Check out Beachhouse.com writer on LowFares.com!

August 7, 2009

Find great deals on travel and read an article by Tarrah Graves, one of the Beachhouse.com Blog writers, at the LowFares.com Blog: http://www.lowfares.com/blog/?p=914

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Beachhouse.com Picks: 10 Most Outrageous Pools

August 6, 2009

Before booking your next vacation, check out Beachhouse.com’s list of The World’s top 10 Most Outrageous Pools.  They may be reason enough to rethink your plans and opt for one of these sun-drenched destinations instead!
1)  Jade Mountain, St. Lucia – Two words – private pool.  Every room at the eco-concious Jade Resort features its own [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & jeff do SE Asia (29 of 40)

July 27, 2009

on to phi phi don…
“a comfy air conditioned ferry ride later, we’ve arrived at what some say is the most beautiful island in the world: phi phi don. you probably will recognize it from pictures, the twin bays, and it’s sister island phi phi leh, is the famous beach of the movie the beach. [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (28 of 40)

July 23, 2009

traveling om
“after we reached our “om” in cambodia with ancient towers and local laughs, we ventured on back into thailand.  our second time entering thailand, and this time like the first, the country seems to be at unrest.  from our taxi ride over the border and into bangkok, much more was visible this time [...]

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Bluefields Bay, Jamaica

July 21, 2009

Bluefields Bay, Jamaica is a breathtakingly gorgeous and highly secluded vacation spot in Jamaica. It is sixty minutes away from Montego Bay and forty minutes away from Negril. Because of its untouched beauty and exclusivity, it is an idealgetaway spot and it is perfect for hosting weddings, dinner parties, important family events or birthdays, [...]

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Hardaground – A waterfront beach rental on Abaco Island, Bahamas

July 17, 2009

Discover the vacation of a lifetime in this spacious waterfront four bedroom air-conditioned house located on the southeast side of Lubbers Quarters Cay in Abaco, Bahamas, with a white sandy beach and your own private dock at your doorstep.
This two-story, four bedroom vacation rental home, sleeps 8 comfortably – 1 king, 2 queens, and 2 [...]

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Top Southern California Beaches

July 16, 2009

Southern California is known for its beautiful people, great weather, and gorgeous beaches. All along the most southwestern tip of the USA are an assortment of beaches with surf and sand to enjoy at almost all times during the year.
Whether you’re looking for surf, excitement, a family beach, or the prettiest views on the coast, [...]

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Pass-Crabbing in Florida

July 15, 2009

On my most recent trip to North Captiva Island, I had the opportunity to go “pass – crabbing” with my friends Captain Dennis and Captain Gretchen. I must say it was a blast! While Dennis and my husband were fishing for the “big fish,” Gretchen and I had our nets out for the [...]

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Beachhouse.com Staff Blog – American Girl in Tokyo

July 14, 2009

Beachhouse.com staff member, Crystal, has just landed in Japan to kick off her 6 month study-abroad adventure.  Her journey will begin in the small town of Mitaka, Japan and will end in Belguim.  And even though all of us can’t be there with her, we will get to read all about it on her weekly [...]

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North Captiva’s Historical Ice House

July 13, 2009

The Calusa Indians, who dominated South Florida for more than a millennium, were skilled sailors and fisherman. Their large canoes of hallowed out cypress logs were capable of reaching Cuba. They thrived through living in harmony with our Southwest Florida environment. Pineland on Pine Island contains some of the most extensive Calusa mound [...]

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California’s Central Coast’s Beach Communities

July 9, 2009

Cambria – Located just off of California’s Pacific Coast Hwy 1 is Cambria – a picturesque artists community set amidst the pine trees and foothills half way between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Head to Cambria’s “East Village” for a selection of small restaurants and cafe’s set between gardens and old historical buildings. [...]

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Travel Tools – Frommer’s Review

July 7, 2009

Back in 1957, Arthur Frommer, a corporal inthe U.S. Army, wrote his first guide – it was meant to be a resource for the GI’s that were stationed in Europe.  Frommer’s first published book was a civilian version of his original idea and was called, Europe on $5 a Day.    In the 50+ years since then, [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (27 of 40)

July 6, 2009

crazy cambodia….
“and we love it.  we’ve started reading quite a collection of books of personal accounts of where we’ve been travelling through so we’ve enjoyed seeing it firsthand a lot more.  and cambodia fits in that category, though all the readings have to do with war, killing, sex, drugs, and guns.  so not [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (26 of 40)

July 5, 2009

exploring cambodia…
“phnom penh roads are filled with cars. and not the little skinny asian cars that we’ve seen thus far, but big sudans, trucks, landrovers, 4-runners, escalades, and…wait for it…. brand new hummers cruising around (we’ve seen 3 so far). crazy. there’s a lot of money in this town, but with it [...]

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Restaurant Review – The Temptation, Boca Grande, FL

July 4, 2009

Restaurant: The Temptation
Location: 350 Park Avenue, Boca Grande, Florida
Cuisine: Fresh Seafood, etc.
Price Per Plate: Lunch – around $20; Dinner – around $50
Verdict: Thumbs Up!
On our recent trip to Boca Grande, we had the pleasure of enjoying lunch at the Temptation.  Located at 350 Park Avenue, this Boca Grande bistro says welcome the minute you walk [...]

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Need an excuse to travel? Beachhouse.com has them for you!

July 3, 2009

The Economy – it’s the classic example of making lemons into lemonade – one countries Swine Flu can be another man’s ticket to paradise!  The economic downturn has forced the travel industry to get creative in order to get people back on the wagon – er, airplane? – and part with their hard earned [...]

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