A Postcard from Paradise

Small Airline, Big Perks

2008-08-01T06:37:00.000-07:00

Have you checked out Sun Country Airlines yet? Maybe not, since they are a relatively small airline. However, it may be worth your while to see what they have to offer. Sure, you can book flights. You can also book entire vacation packages. How do these sound to you:Sun Country Vacations: You can book a great vacation to Ft. Myers, Florida from Minneapolis/ St. Paul for three nights starting

Get Ready for Lobster Mini Season

2008-07-22T07:13:00.000-07:00

It's almost here. The 2008 Lobster Mini Season for the Florida Keys is set for July 30 and 31. Each year the Keys get flooded with visitors who have lobster on their minds.If you are planning a trip this year, please be considerate and follow the rules. We are seeing fewer lobster over the last few years. If people will follow the rules and act like responsible adults we will have far less

More Amazing Cruise Destinations

2008-07-06T14:53:00.000-07:00

Everyone loves to go on a cruise and with so many destinations to choose from you never have to take the same trip twice. As they say on the Discovery Channel, the world is a wonderful place. There is no better time than the present to start exploring it. Here are a few places to start:BermudaBermuda cruises are extremely popular. Comprised of about 180 islands, Bermuda is famous for gorgeous

Take a Caribbean Holiday

2008-07-04T06:59:00.000-07:00

It seems like one of the most popular dream vacations is a trip to the Caribbean. Is it any wonder? Beautiful weather, beautiful water, beautiful people, what more could you ask for? Here are a few places to check out for those planning Caribbean holidays this year.ArubaAruba may bring to mind the Beach Boys, but it should also bring to mind a beautiful Caribbean destination. With long,

Travel with the World Wildlife Federation

2008-07-02T10:07:00.000-07:00

Here is something fun. I got an email from the World Wildlife Federation (WWF) about their travel program. Wow, these trips are amazing! FijiVisit Fiji on the South Sea Odyssey trip in October. See tropical plants, exotic birds and breathtaking coral reefs. Check out the PDF brochure and start planning!Baja, CaliforniaThis one is for me! How would you like to sail with whales? This trip is

Visit Woodland Park, CO

2008-06-25T08:00:00.000-07:00

I know Colorado doesn't really qualify as exotic, but it has been on my mind a lot since we have been having 90+ degree heat here in the Florida Keys. Years ago we lived in Colorado and loved it. We lived in a small town called Woodland Park.Woodland Park is about 18 miles from Colorado Springs. The drive up is absolutely beautiful and we especially loved it when the clouds were low and we

Exotic Cruise Vacations

2008-06-20T12:50:00.000-07:00

I was just thinking about the great time my friends had on their cruise last year. I missed out, but a whole bunch of my friends scheduled a cruise vacation together and they had a blast. A cruise with a group of friends is a great idea and there are lots of awesome places to visit. See what your friends think of these ideas.Royal CaribbeanRoyal Caribbean is one of the best known cruise lines.

What's New in the Florida Keys

2008-06-18T07:53:00.000-07:00

I haven't written about the Keys in a while so I thought I'd let everyone know what is new here. For a long time many locals, as well as tourists, have enjoyed fishing on the old Seven Mile Bridge. Fishing from a structure such as a beach or a dock doesn't require a fishing license and on any given day you could see large numbers of people on Seven Mile Bridge relaxing with a rod and reel.Well,

Anyone Want to Cool Off?

2008-06-12T13:11:00.000-07:00

I don't know about where you are, but it has been hot here. I mean HOT! It isn't even summer yet and I keep thinking how nice it would be to see some snow. I never thought I'd say that! So, I have been looking at cool places. While they aren't exactly tropical, they sure sound like paradise on a day like today.One really cool (literally) place I found is called Whistler Mountain in Canada.

Hawaii: The Ultimate Paradise

2008-06-11T07:18:00.000-07:00

I know I have mentioned before how I would love to visit Hawaii. Lately I got thinking how cool it would be to live there. Yes, I know, I already live in paradise. Hawaii would really be the ultimate paradise to me though. There are not many places, after all, that have the ocean and mountain (yes, I know they are volcanoes).Anyhow, I found an awesome real estate site that I have been

It's a Great Time to Visit Florida

2008-06-09T10:16:00.000-07:00

If you are sick of being cold, it's a great time to visit Florida. Check out just a couple of the great destinations that Florida has to offer.OrlandoOrlando is best known for Disney World, but that isn't the only reason to visit. You can also check out Universal Studios and Sea World (my personal favorite). Book an Orlando hotel close to your chosen attractions and you'll have more time for

Barcelona Attractions

2008-06-07T08:12:00.000-07:00

There are so many places on my to-do list, I know I'll never get to see all the places I read about. One reason I created this blog is so that I can enjoy a virtual vacation each time I look at another exciting vacation destination. I'd love to hear from readers who visit these places and see how their trips went, so feel free to share!BarcelonaBarcelona may not be tropical, but it certainly is

Time for a Cruise Vacation

2008-06-06T07:49:00.000-07:00

When is the last time you went on a cruise? A cruise is something everyone should do at least once. After seeing some of the cold forecasts in other part of the U.S., I think this is a great time to take a cruise. After all, a person can only handle so much winter.So, which one to choose? There are so many that it is helpful to use an agency that helps you compare and decide which option is

Barbados Paradise

2008-04-25T09:50:00.000-07:00

I have been sick for several weeks now so I have had plenty of time to dream about all the beautiful places I'd rather be other than my bed. One place I have been thinking about is Barbados.Things to DoThere are lots of things to do in Barbados. Have you ever been in a submarine? Check out Atlantis Adventures for a ride you'll never forget. You can learn about the different types of coral and

Paradise New Zealand

2008-04-14T08:34:00.000-07:00

New Zealand is a truly an incredible place to visit. And with an average flight of 12 hours non-stop from the U.S., you can spend more of your vacation enjoying the sites instead of wasting your time just getting there.There is a wonderful combination of mountains and ocean views for your enjoyment. Spend one day diving in the amazing marine reserve of the Poor Knight's Islands. The next day

Darling Harbour, Australia

2008-03-15T06:28:00.000-07:00

As long as we have been talking about diving, have you ever gone diving in Australia? Well, when you plan your trip be sure to check out the Darling Harbour hotels. Darling Harbour is one of the most popular places to visit in Australia and you will love the amazing accommodations there.For example, Star City Hotel offers an amazing location only five minutes from Darling Harbour! The

Diver's Resource

2008-03-12T06:37:00.000-07:00

You may or may not know that I am a SCUBA diver. There is nothing more relaxing than being under the water and exploring the amazing world that is in the ocean. Recently I found a new resource for divers that you may find helpful. It is called Dive Guide Book and it's a great place to find information about different dive destinations.For example, they have a Dahab, Egypt dive guide. Have you

La Posada Azul

2008-03-12T05:48:00.000-07:00

Ok, you know you are ready to get away from the snow and take a tropical vacation. I have a place for you to check out. I'm sure I don't have to tell you how amazing Costa Rica is. Well, try a little north in Nicaragua in the beach town of San Juan del Sur. When you are searching for San Juan del Sur hotels, make sure you check out La Posada Azul. The name means "The Blue Inn". This is a

How's the Weather?

2007-11-05T06:38:00.000-08:00

Here in the Florida Keys, the weather has been beautiful. We did have quite a bit of rain and wind when Tropical Storm Noel came by. The last few days have offered sun and a nice breeze. I have to chuckle when I see long-time Keys residents wearing jackets and proclaiming "It's cold!"Right now, at 9:30 am, it is about 77 degrees. The wind is a bit cool but it sure is nice to have the windows

Will You Visit Jerba, Tunisia in 2008?

2007-11-02T06:06:00.000-07:00

Topping Trip Advisor's top 10 world destinations for 2008 is Jerba, Tunisai. I have never been here, but after a little research, it looks like an amazing place to visit.Jerba, Tunisai is actually an island off of the northern coast of Africa. It is very touristy but also offers secluded, untouched areas. There are many things to see and do including museums and open markets. You can take a

Top U.S. Destination 2008: Sunny Isles Beach, FL

2007-10-29T13:17:00.000-07:00

Sunny Isles Beach, about half way between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has been named the top U.S. Destination in 2008 by TripAdvisor. With good reason too. Know as the city of Sun and Sea, this lovely city is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterway. Abundant in warm beaches, beautiful parks and exciting nightlife, almost one million visitors a year choose Sunny

De-stress Family Travel

2007-10-26T17:12:00.000-07:00

A survey conducted for Dodge by Kelton Research found that while eight in ten Americans plan to drive for their next family vacation, six in ten find this type of family travel stressful. To help ease some of this stress, Dodge has teamed up with travel expert Susan Foster to offer a few tips to de-stress family travel.According to Susan, one of the biggest triggers for stress while traveling is

Escape the Cold--Annual Caribbean Sale

2007-10-25T13:11:00.000-07:00

Fly to the Caribbean on American Airlines and get a great deal on your travel package from Liberty Travel. If you book by November 12, you can get a three night travel package starting at only $445 per person. This package includes a three night stay and round trip airfare. Other great deals are available as well.If you book by October 28th you can save on travel packages to Cancun, the

California Paradise

2007-10-20T07:57:00.000-07:00

I have a long list of places I hope to visit someday and it seems the more I read, the longer my list gets. One of those places is California. The varied natural surroundings make me think that there are many places that qualify as a California paradise.If you are planning a trip to California, you may be interested in finding San Diego beach rentals. What is better than a San Diego beach

Breast Cancer Awareness

2007-10-15T16:46:00.000-07:00

Ok, this has nothing to do with travel. It is important though. This is Breast Cancer Awareness month. To help spread the word and increase awareness, a fellow blogger is running a contest with a pink goodie package as the prize! Just visit Adventures of a Super Wahm and enter her PINK Contest. Who knows, you might win.