Archive for February, 2009

Scuba Diving and Others in Catalina Island

// February 25th, 2009 // No Comments » // Adventure Tours, Sport Vacations

Catalina_Diving_Garibaldi_SMWhen it comes to California vacations, we often think of nothing more than sunny Los Angeles. Yes, Los Angeles is a great place to visit, but how would you like to explore a well-kept secret? That well-kept secret is just off the coast of California and it is known as Santa Catalina Island. There is so much to do and see, including scuba diving Catalina Island.

Here are just three of the things you can enjoy on Catalina Island:

1 – Diving Catalina Island

Catalina Island is often referred to as a scuba diver’s paradise. Why is this? It is home to some great diving locations, including the Avalon Underwater Park. For many weekend warriors, it is just easier to head to a more accessible location than a far off destination. This means three important things to you: no damage has been done to natural resources, prices are affordable, and dives are less crowded. What you will find is beautiful beaches, pristine kelp forests, and pleura of marine life. (more…)

Ski Vacations – Red River

// February 20th, 2009 // No Comments » // Sport Vacations

red_river_ski_areaRed River, New Mexico is home to one of the most popular ski resorts in the United States, and has been for many decades. The resort offers six chair lifts and one surface lift, and the trails are equally divided for beginners, intermediates, and experts.

Top elevation at Red River is 10354 feet, and the vertical drop down the face of the mountain is 1601 feet. Unfortunately, it doesn’t snow much, and about 85% of the powder is man made. There are 58 trails scattered over 247 acres. Red River is called the ‘ski town of the Southwest.’

The resort has three restaurants, all of which offer fabulous fare. Lodging can be obtained in cabins, chalets, inns, or private condominiums in the area, and many lodging packages, as well as ski packages are available through Red River Central Reservations. Red River also offers snow pass rates which allow children to ski for free, and teens to ski at reduced rates. This is a great way to save money on your family ski vacation. (more…)

Beach Vacations – Caneel Bay

// February 18th, 2009 // No Comments » // Beach Vacations

beach_at_caneel_bay_st_johnCaneel Bay of the Caribbean offers what every beach vacation should – beautiful surroundings, luxury service, and gourmet dining. This exclusive beach resort is nestled within the 5,000 acre Virgin Islands National Park on the island of St. John in the Virgin Islands.

Ideal for beach lovers, Caneel Bay offers seven secluded beaches – Honeymoon Beach, Caneel Beach, Little Caneel Beach, Paradise Beach, Scott Beach, Turtle Bay Beach, and the Hawk’s Nest Beach.The resort is set on its own peninsula and also surrounded by both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. (more…)