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Shenandoah National Park is a marvel of nature with a treasure trove of secrets hidden around every bend. When you visit Shenandoah you enter a world of scenic natural beauty and old-world charm that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in the US.

Located a mere 75 minutes from Washington, DC, Shenandoah National reflects such an antithesis of the hurried lifestyle of our nation’s capital that it is hard to believe that these two diametrical environments even share the same region.

Shenandoah is made up of over 300 square miles of Appalachian forests, mountains and wilderness areas stretching alongside the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Shenandoah National Park provides sanctuary to more than 100 different varieties of trees, a garden to more than 1,000 different varieties of flowering plants, and a habitat to more than 200 different types of birds.  Enveloped  in such unbelievable beauty and tranquility, Shenandoah truly is one of the most paradisiacal destinations in the eastern United States.

Located in a picturesque setting high up in the Appalachian Mountains, Shenandoah is the ultimate getaway from the stress and commotion of everyday life.  Some of Shenandoah’s most popular resort destinations such as Skyland Resort, Big Meadows Lodge and Lewis Mountain Cabins provide restful accommodations high above the classic American panorama of the region.

Shenandoah National Park is a bevy of hiking biking and adventure trails, wilderness paths and backcountry roads that demand exploration.  Shenandoah includes over 500 miles of trails including a beautiful stretch of more than 100 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail. Many of the trails inside the park will lead you to spectacular waterfalls and unforgettable panoramas that open up to the beautiful Appalachian Mountains, while others lead deep into the heart of the hard wood forests and Appalachian wilderness.

The breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469-mile stretch of highway that meanders its way through some of the most picturesque countryside in North America.  There are a number of amazing panoramas and scenic lookouts along this stretch of highway, and a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway is a trip that you will never forget, especially if it is done in the fall when the mountain sides burn with the radiant colors of autumn. 

If you would like more information about Shenandoah National Park and what lodging and activity options await you there, visit National Park Reservations online at NationalParkReservations.com/shenandoah.htm or call one of their friendly and helpful agents at 1-866-875-8456.

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Birmingham Hotels

You may not realize it but Birmingham’s hotels offer the city’s  visitors a large variety of different accommodation. Whatever your reason for visiting this city maybe for business reasons or for a romantic weekend with your loved one you’ll find a hotel that not only fits your needs but also suits your budget as well.  Actually because there is such a wide choice of available hotels making a decision on which one to stay in can seem quite a challenge to some people.

When you check out the Birmingham hotels shown here you will find that not only are there affordable ones and there are hotels right up to the top of the range that rival any other luxury hotel in the world. You have the choice of staying hotels which are located within the very heart of the city or prefer to stay somewhere on the outskirts but still within an easy commuting range so that you can still use all of the facilities that Birmingham itself has to offer. 

For example below we take a look at some of the kinds of hotels that you can choose from and what each one has to offer those who decide to book some time at them.

1.  Norfolk Hotel, Edgbaston
This hotel offers rooms at very affordable prices and there is ample parking space as well as large grounds for you to relax or take a short stroll in. It is also within easy reach of Birmingham’s many attractions.

2.  Brindley Hotel, Birmingham
You can find this hotel right in the center of Birmingham and it’s a top class, modern hotel. You’ll pay slightly more for your room for the convenience of the location but may well save that in taxi fares as most places are within easy walking distance. 

3.  City Inn, Birmingham
If your budget can stretch this far, you’ll be rewarded with a luxury hotel experience. There are 238 rooms in the hotel that are complete with air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms and are also sound proofed (so you will not hear any of the noise from outside during the time you stay there). The rooms all come with a high speed internet connection as well.

Choose your Birmingham hotel from this long list.

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Hotel Name: Millennium Hotel Cincinnati

Country: United States – City: Cincinnati, OH

Hotel Stats: 872 rooms, 32 floors

Amenities: Dining Room Fitness Center Swimming Pool Non-Smoking Rooms Modem / Data Port Free High-Speed Internet Wheelchair Accessible Business Center Meeting Rooms Dry Cleaning/Laundry

Hotel Description: The award winning Millennium Hotel Cincinnati enjoys a prime downtown location, with shopping, sporting venues and dining that can be found around every corner. Relax in one of the 872 newly remodeled rooms, and experience the wide variety of in-house services and amenities, which include access to an outdoor pool, sundeck (seasonal) and fitness center. All Classic guestrooms offer a choice of King or two Double beds. Each room provides a soft sided lounge chair with ottoman, two line telephones, a large working desk with ergonomic chair and a smart lamp with dataport. All guestrooms offer tea and coffee tray, coffee maker, cable television with movies, clock radio, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and bath amenities.

If you’re looking for great hotels come on over, and remember that the best hotels are not always the most expensive.

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Hotel Name: Westin Providence

Country: United States – City: Providence, RI

Hotel Stats: All rooms feature safes, hairdryers, irons, high-quality bathroom amenities, and coffeemakers and Starbucks coffee.

Amenities: Dining Room Fitness Center Swimming Pool Room Service Non-Smoking Rooms Kids Activities Pets Allowed Modem / Data Port Golf Course Tennis Courts Wheelchair Accessible Convention Center Business Center Executive Floors Meeting Rooms Interior Corridors

Hotel Description: Situated adjacent to the Rhode Island Convention Center and the Providence Place Mall in the thick of downtown, the Westin Providence incorporates historic New England architectural elements with modern comfort and convenience. Hotel amenities include the indoor rooftop pool, fitness center, sauna and steam rooms, and aerobics studio. Contemporary cuisine spotlighting fresh seafood and regional favorites is available at the nationally acclaimed Agora restaurant.

If you’re looking for best hotels come on over, and remember that the best hotels are not always the most expensive.

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Florida for Sun and Fun!

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As one of the most popular holiday destinations in America, Florida attracts thousands of tourists every year. Florida Holidays have proved popular because of Florida’s warm climate and location. Thanks to it's blistering temperatures topping 100°F during summer months, Florida has become known as "The Sunshine State".

Situated on the South Eastern coast of the USA, Florida is just an eight hour flight from the UK.  Because of the nature of Florida's uneven coastline (with lots of bays and enclaves) a number of resorts sprung up in the last 40 years. The wide range of accomodation on offer, including hundreds of hotels and Florida holiday villas, combined with the fantastic climate conditions have created a superb location for a sunny holiday abroad at most times of the year. If you want to feel the sand between your toes, a trip to Daytona Beach is a must. The resort is very popular, consisting of a 23 mile stretch of white sandy beach. The Florida Keys can be found at the very end of the coastline, making it a popular area for fishing, diving and snorkelling.

If you're looking for fun and frolics in Florida's famous theme and water parks, be sure to visit Tampa or Orlando. Some of the most famous entertainment complexes include Sea World, Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens, Wet n Wild and Universal Studios to name but a few. These attractions massively popular, with many tourists planning their entire trips around them – you can have a full Disney World holiday, for example, eating in the many restaurants and sleeping in one several themed hotels around the park.

Florida Holidays are popular with all ages, although they are especially popular with retirees. However Florida is also ideal for families as well as younger groups.  This is because there is so much to see and do when on Holiday in Florida, there really is something for everyone - whether that be adventure, sightseeing, museums, water sports or simply lazing on the beach!

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