[thePhantomWriters] The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast Article Description: When it is time to take the family on vacation, most of us think only about getting a hotel room. Sure, we might also consider a tent campground, a RV or travel trailer, and possibly even a beach condo, but how many of us realize that we have more choices for a place to sleep while on vacation? In this article, we take a funny look at the joys of vacation accommodations. Additional Article Information: === 1672 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-02-24 10:12:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6542p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/vacation-homes-and-a-bed-and-breakfast.shtml#get_code - The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ When it is time to take the family on vacation, most of us think only about getting a hotel room. Sure, we might also consider a tent campground, a RV or travel trailer, and possibly even a beach condo, but how many of us realize that we have more choices for a place to sleep while on vacation? To be honest, I am a pretty smart guy and I have been doing the vacation thing, first with my parents and then with my wife and kids, but until a few years ago, I never knew there was such a thing as a bed and breakfast or vacation home rental. I only become aware of these alternate types of vacation accommodations when I was in my early thirties - a decade ago. The Campground Experience My dad knew about hotels of course, but he would never consider spending money in such a wasteful manner. Until I was twelve, we only stayed in a tent when we went on vacation. Three years in a row, we got caught out in massive downpours while we were camping. Our tent - although pretty nice - leaked when it rained. Three vacations in a row, we had to pack up and leave in the middle of the night, after we woke to find ourselves in an inch of water inside our tent. My mother had a great deal of influence over my dad... in a weird kind of way. After three years of ruined vacations, she put her foot down. She told him that we would never spend our vacations in a tent again. She got her way, but not in the way she expected. She won her argument; we never again spent our vacation in a tent. But dad got his way too; we never did spend money on a hotel room, instead, we spent his vacation in our own house. After I was twelve, we never again took a family vacation. Well, that is almost true. When I was sixteen, dad bought one of those pop-up campers. When I was sixteen, we took a family vacation and stayed in the pop-up camper travel trailer. But wouldnt you know... it rained and the camper leaked too. So that was the final end of our family vacations. The Hotel Experience As an adult, I did not have the same kind of qualms my father had about hotels. When my wife and I went to Las Vegas for our honeymoon, we stayed at the Stratosphere hotel. From our overpriced hotel room, we were able to look out our window and see... the concrete wall at the base of the tower. It was awesome. After our kids were born, we took two vacations to San Antonio, where we stayed with my wifes aunt and uncle. But the drive down was pretty lengthy, so we caught hotel rooms in transit. We would
[thePhantomWriters] Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction Article Description: Sea World Orlando Water Park is central Florida's premier marine life park, accepting visitors year around and presenting its guests with an sea wildlife experience that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Read this article to get an overview of what you can expect when you visit Orlando's Sea World Marine Park. Additional Article Information: === 1360 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-03-02 13:12:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6586p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/orlando-florida-seaworld.shtml#get_code - Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Sea World Orlando Water Park is central Florida's premier marine life park, accepting visitors year around and presenting its guests with an sea wildlife experience that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Theatrical Performances Shamu, the killer whale, performs in the Shamu Stadium in Sea World's signature performance called Believe. This show features a choreographed demonstration of music, video, stunts, and splashing whales, to deliver one of the most unforgettable performances you will have the pleasure of viewing in this lifetime. Also at Sea World Orlando is the Cirque-du-Soleil-style show called Blue Horizons. Blue Horizons is a show that integrates the performance of trained dolphins and birds, enabling visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and the theatrics of the choreographed animal performances. Exhibitions My favorite Sea World Orlando treat is the acrylic tube walkway through and under the giant shark tank, called the Shark Encounter. The opportunity to see a wide variety of fish species up close and personal in their own habitat is a thrill to those of us who never took up snorkeling. The exhibit begins at the Sharks Underwater Grill, a sit-down restaurant, which features windows looking into the huge fish tanks above and beside the restaurant. If you are traveling without children, you will find that if you are willing to sit in the restaurant bar, then you can frequently bypass the lines of families waiting for a table. In the restaurant bar, you can order a drink, and you may order from the full restaurant menu as well. If you have never been to Sea World Orlando, you might be surprised to learn that you will see more species of fish than just sharks. As you enter the acrylic tunnel, you will find an artificial reef built into the display, and in the first tank, you will be able to view moray eels swimming with a wide variety of reef fish, in and around the artificial reef that has been designed to mimic the natural habitat known to these fish. As you progress down the tunnel, you will see a number of fish tanks separated from the others, each with their own habitat and species of fish. In the various tanks, you can see: * The Camouflaged Lion Fish - The feathery appendages of the camouflaged lion fish are actually poisonous spines that can inflict great pain on any swimmer that actually touches its spines. * Fugu is also known as the Puffer Fish - If you have ever seen Spongebob Squarepants, Spongebob's driving instructor is a Puffer Fish - Ms. Puff. The Puffer Fish is considered to be one
[thePhantomWriters] Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism Article Description: When was the last time you stayed at a bed and breakfast (bb) on your vacation? If the answer is never, I am about to introduce you to one of the most underutilized vacation resources. Otherwise, I am about to tell you how you can get the most out of your vacation, by asking a few simple questions. Additional Article Information: === 1069 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-03-17 11:14:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6623p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/bed-and-breakfast-tourism.shtml#get_code - Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Bed and Breakfasts http://www.findbnb.com/ When was the last time you stayed at a bed and breakfast (bb) on your vacation? If the answer is never, I am about to introduce you to one of the most underutilized vacation resources. Otherwise, I am about to tell you how you can get the most out of your vacation, by asking a few simple questions. What Is A Bed And Breakfast? For those readers who know exactly what a Bed And Breakfast is, please skip this section. You may be surprised that not everyone knows why a Bed And Breakfast would be better than a hotel room. In the very simplest of terms, a bed and breakfast proprietor is usually someone who bought a big house and converted it into a full service hotel. Most bed and breakfasts have one-, two- or three-bedrooms for rent. All rooms have either a private bath, private hot tub or both. Most bb's have a big screen hdtv in their rooms, with DVD players and movies to watch. Bed n Breakfast proprietors provide three meals per day - often provided by a chef, either in the guest's room or in the dining room. Pampered Like Royalty For the average bb guest, there is no reason to ever leave the bed and breakfast to enjoy ones' self. Many couples choose the bb vacation, to lock themselves away from the world outside and to be pampered in the manner of royalty. But other couples want to get out and explore the world around them, while on vacation. As a general rule, the bed and breakfast proprietor has a finger on the pulse of tourism, to a greater degree than any other person involved in the tourism industry. The big city-sponsored tourism websites tend to only highlight the big traffic attractions that will bring the most people to their town on vacation. City-sponsored travel websites are more focused on bringing more tax dollars to their city, so they are not going to pay much attention to those private affairs where only a dozen or so guests are expected to attend. Bed and breakfast proprietors on the other hand tend to keep an eye open for smaller events that their guests would enjoy. Since BB guests typically want to be pampered, BB owners network with other small business owners to find out about those under-the-radar events that they believe their guests will appreciate and enjoy. Examples Of Under-The-Radar Festivities Some of the larger Bed and Breakfast establishments will feature wine-tasting parties for local vineyards. Generally, the only way that you will hear about a wine-tasting party is to call the vineyard in question, or to ask your bed and breakfast host. Local art studios are always looking for ways to get guests into the building to view their art. Often, art
[thePhantomWriters] An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida Article Description: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). Additional Article Information: === 603 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-05-23 11:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6734p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/must-see-florida-beaches.shtml#get_code - An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ A Guide to Must-See Beaches in SW FLA: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). The incredible weather and world famous beaches make the area a magnet for beach lovers. The beaches of Ft. Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Islands provide plenty of opportunities for families and kids of all ages to enjoy what the area has to offer by the Gulf. Soaking up the sun is a major attraction... It is inexpensive, restful, fun and something nearly everyone can do. The Ft. Myers area provides 50 miles of white sand and warm water to explore. In fact, Ft. Myers beach is designed for the beach goer. Along Ft. Myers main drag, Estero Blvd, you will find public beach access points well identified by numbered signs. Most also allow parking and are only a few steps from the sand. Bowditch Point Park at the north end of Ft. Myers Beach has a wonderful view of the Matzanzass Pass, the inland waterway on the east side of the island. The west side of the Park is a beach on the Gulf that is popular but never as crowded as the beaches further south. Bowditch Point is also close to beach-style shops that have that right souvenir for everyone. Just south of Ft. Myers Beach is Lover's Key State Park, voted one of the top 10 beaches in Florida. The Park is made up of mangroves and waterways you can walk through to get to the pristine beach. The western side of the Park has a boat ramp for anyone visiting that way. North of Ft. Myers is Sanibel Island and at the far northern end of Sanibel is Captiva Island. Sanibel is another dose of paradise for the beach lover. Lighthouse Point on the southern end of Sanibel puts you right out on a strip of land that's has water on three sides. Follow West Gulf Drive to the beach near the Casa Ybel resort if you love seashells. You'll see people going up and down the beach doing the Sanibel Stoop bending over to pick up seashells for their collections. Also on Sanibel is the Ding Darling National Wildlife Preserve. You can rent bikes, boats or kayaks at the Preserve and tour the island on land or water. The Preserve makes up approximately half of the island, so plan on spending an entire day if you want to see the entire Preserve. Ospreys, egrets and other
[thePhantomWriters] There Is More To Hershey, Pennsylvania Than Chocolate
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == There Is More To Hershey, Pennsylvania Than Chocolate Article Description: Hershey, Pennsylvania is a great location to take a vacation. While it is bustling with tourists in the summer, it is a quaint, small town that is very welcoming and full of beautiful scenery year around. Additional Article Information: === 560 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-07-08 11:48:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6733p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/hershey-chocolate-pennsylvania.shtml#get_code - There Is More To Hershey, Pennsylvania Than Chocolate Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Hershey, Pennsylvania is a great location to take a vacation. While it is bustling with tourists in the summer, it is a quaint, small town that is very welcoming and full of beautiful scenery year around. There are lots of different attractions you can visit if you come to Hershey. Conveniently, it is also less than 20 minutes away from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's capital, which has additional entertainment, venues and museums to visit. In Hershey, the main attraction you should go to is Hershey Park. Hershey Park is a large amusement park with lots of roller coasters, small rides, kids rides, arcade games, a water park, tons of food and restaurants, gift shops, you name it! The park is very large and some people buy two-day passes, but you can also buy a one-day pass or a night-pass. Adjacent to Hershey Park is Hershey's Chocolate World, a free venue that has a free tour ride through the chocolate factory. There is also several gift shops that have a wide selection of candies and apparel for sale, as well as lots of other merchandise. There are several places to eat inside Chocolate World, including a cafe, food court, and an ice cream, fudge and cookie stand to satisfy your sweet tooth. Chocolate World also has a 3D show about Milton S. Hershey, and there is also a Trolley Ride through the town with actors who depict the history of Hershey and how Milton S. Hershey started Hershey's Chocolate. If you are visiting Hershey sometime other than the summer season, Hershey Park and Chocolate World will still be available to you. Hershey Park is open in the fall for Hershey Park in the Dark; in the winter for Christmas Candy lane; and in the spring for Springtime in the Park. Chocolate World is open all year round. If you visit Hershey over Christmastime, there is a great Christmas lights show called Sweet Lights. You drive through it, so you only need to pay a certain amount per car. The lights are beautiful and amazing, and the light show organizers create pictures using the lights. Other attractions to visit in Hershey include the Hershey Museum, the Hershey Gardens and The Hershey Outlets. These attractions are informative, beautiful and relaxing. The Hershey Outlets is bringing in new and better stores every year, making it a great and affordable place to shop! Another place you can visit while in Hershey is the Hershey Hotel. Even if you don't stay in the Hotel, you can visit their spa, and pamper yourself by getting a massage, manicure/pedicure, or Chocolate mask. In addition to the various attractions, Hershey boasts two huge arenas that host a large number of big bands and musical acts throughout the year. The Giant Center and Hershey
[thePhantomWriters] An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida
Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell See Terms of Reprint Below. * * * This email is being delivered directly to members of the group: * *thePhantomWriters@yahoogroups.com * * We have moved our TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Be certain to read our TERMS OF REPRINT and honor our TERMS OF REPRINT when you use this article. Thank you. This article has been distributed by: http://Article-Distribution.com Helpful Link: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Overview http://www.gseis.ucla.edu/iclp/dmca1.htm - Article Title: == An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida Article Description: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). Additional Article Information: === 603 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2009-07-15 10:24:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = If you use this article on your website or in your ezine, We Want To Know About It. Use the following URL to let us know where you have used this article, and we will include a link to your website on thePhantomWriters.com: http://thephantomwriters.com/notify.php?id=6734p=load HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/must-see-florida-beaches.shtml#get_code - An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida Copyright (c) 2009 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ A Guide to Must-See Beaches in SW FLA: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). The incredible weather and world famous beaches make the area a magnet for beach lovers. The beaches of Ft. Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Islands provide plenty of opportunities for families and kids of all ages to enjoy what the area has to offer by the Gulf. Soaking up the sun is a major attraction... It is inexpensive, restful, fun and something nearly everyone can do. The Ft. Myers area provides 50 miles of white sand and warm water to explore. In fact, Ft. Myers beach is designed for the beach goer. Along Ft. Myers main drag, Estero Blvd, you will find public beach access points well identified by numbered signs. Most also allow parking and are only a few steps from the sand. Bowditch Point Park at the north end of Ft. Myers Beach has a wonderful view of the Matzanzass Pass, the inland waterway on the east side of the island. The west side of the Park is a beach on the Gulf that is popular but never as crowded as the beaches further south. Bowditch Point is also close to beach-style shops that have that right souvenir for everyone. Just south of Ft. Myers Beach is Lover's Key State Park, voted one of the top 10 beaches in Florida. The Park is made up of mangroves and waterways you can walk through to get to the pristine beach. The western side of the Park has a boat ramp for anyone visiting that way. North of Ft. Myers is Sanibel Island and at the far northern end of Sanibel is Captiva Island. Sanibel is another dose of paradise for the beach lover. Lighthouse Point on the southern end of Sanibel puts you right out on a strip of land that's has water on three sides. Follow West Gulf Drive to the beach near the Casa Ybel resort if you love seashells. You'll see people going up and down the beach doing the Sanibel Stoop bending over to pick up seashells for their collections. Also on Sanibel is the Ding Darling National Wildlife Preserve. You can rent bikes, boats or kayaks at the Preserve and tour the island on land or water. The Preserve makes up approximately half of the island, so plan on spending an entire day if you want to see the entire Preserve. Ospreys, egrets and other
[thePhantomWriters] An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). Additional Article Information: === 603 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-01-13 10:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/must-see-florida-beaches.shtml#get_code - An Introduction To The Paradise Coast of Florida, Surrounding Fort Myers, Florida Copyright (c) 2009-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ A Guide to Must-See Beaches in SW FLA: A wonderful place to visit and enjoy is southwest Florida, using Ft. Myers as a base for your explorations. Ft. Myers is 90 minutes south of Tampa on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Ft. Myers and the surrounding communities boast of having the world's best weather from October through May (and it's not too bad the rest of the year either). The incredible weather and world famous beaches make the area a magnet for beach lovers. The beaches of Ft. Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Islands provide plenty of opportunities for families and kids of all ages to enjoy what the area has to offer by the Gulf. Soaking up the sun is a major attraction... It is inexpensive, restful, fun and something nearly everyone can do. The Ft. Myers area provides 50 miles of white sand and warm water to explore. In fact, Ft. Myers beach is designed for the beach goer. Along Ft. Myers main drag, Estero Blvd, you will find public beach access points well identified by numbered signs. Most also allow parking and are only a few steps from the sand. Bowditch Point Park at the north end of Ft. Myers Beach has a wonderful view of the Matzanzass Pass, the inland waterway on the east side of the island. The west side of the Park is a beach on the Gulf that is popular but never as crowded as the beaches further south. Bowditch Point is also close to beach-style shops that have that right souvenir for everyone. Just south of Ft. Myers Beach is Lover's Key State Park, voted one of the top 10 beaches in Florida. The Park is made up of mangroves and waterways you can walk through to get to the pristine beach. The western side of the Park has a boat ramp for anyone visiting that way. North of Ft. Myers is Sanibel Island and at the far northern end of Sanibel is Captiva Island. Sanibel is another dose of paradise for the beach lover. Lighthouse Point on the southern end of Sanibel puts you right out on a strip of land that's has water on three sides. Follow West Gulf Drive to the beach near the Casa Ybel resort if you love seashells. You'll see people going up and down the beach doing the Sanibel Stoop bending over to pick up seashells for their collections. Also on Sanibel is the Ding Darling National Wildlife Preserve. You can rent bikes, boats or kayaks at the Preserve and tour the island on land or water. The Preserve makes up approximately half of the island, so plan on spending an entire day if you want to see the entire Preserve. Ospreys, egrets and other local bird life are great to look for. If you want to go further north to the next island, take Sanibel-Captiva Road to Captiva Island where some of the most romantic beaches in the world can be found. It's not unusual to see weddings on the beach west of the T'ween Waters Inn. Or drive up to the South Seas Island Resort for a luxurious stay or lunch. A local favorite is the Mucky Duck at the end of Andy Rosse Lane. It's a great place for an island dinner, drinks and a view of the sunset on the beach that seems to extend right up to the restaurant's front steps. All in all, the Ft. Myers area is a must see for any beach lover. Once you enjoy the Paradise Coast of Florida, you'll want to enjoy it again and again. - Jeb Maxwell got involved in vacation rental homes by accident, when he bought a new house, but was unable to sell his old house. While facing two house payments
[thePhantomWriters] Ann Arbor, MI Offers A Lot Of Year-Around Family Fun
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Ann Arbor, MI Offers A Lot Of Year-Around Family Fun See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: Ann Arbor, Michigan is the home of the University of Michigan, a leading institution of higher education. Ann Arbor is a wonderful place to visit. The University is co-mingled with the city and greatly expands the cultural places and events available in the area. Additional Article Information: === 595 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-01-20 10:15:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/ann-arbor-michigan.shtml#get_code - Ann Arbor, MI Offers A Lot Of Year-Around Family Fun Copyright (c) 2009-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Ann Arbor, Michigan is the home of the University of Michigan, a leading institution of higher education. Ann Arbor is a wonderful place to visit. The University is co-mingled with the city and greatly expands the cultural places and events available in the area. The University offers several museums which are open to the public, usually only for a small donation. Near the central campus area are the Art Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and the Kelsey Museum of Archeology. * The Art Museum has a great collection and has recently expanded their facility. * The Museum of Natural History also has a planetarium. There are several performance venues in town and nearly always a very wide variety of musical performances available. The U of M also has two carillons which provide periodic performances, as well as tours. One is located at Burton Tower on the main campus, and one is located on the north campus. Another fun place for kids and adults is the Ann Arbor Hands on Museum, located in the old firehouse near City Hall. The museum has many interactive science displays and demonstrations, as well as a gift shop. The city of Ann Arbor has dozens of city parks. One of the largest of these is Gallup Park on the Huron River. The park has miles of pathways, many paved, boat rentals, playgrounds, fishing, and other activities. It is also possible to rent canoes for trips down the scenic Huron River. The U of M has the Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum, both beautiful places to stroll and relax. There are also numerous opportunities to either watch or participate in sports. The U of M Football team plays on Saturdays throughout the fall at the famous Michigan Stadium. Crisler Arena, next door to Michigan Stadium hosts basketball games, as well as other events. There are also hockey, swimming, diving, volleyball, track, and gymnastic events, just to name a few. Check well in advance for tickets, especially for football games. Football Saturdays in Ann Arbor are a fun and memorable experience, even if you can't get in to the game. It is sometimes possible to catch a practice by the Michigan Band in the fall, as well. For participating in sporting activities, the city has the Washtenaw County Recreation Center, the Ice Cube, the Y, city pools, bike paths, and bike lanes on many city streets. An amazing spectrum of food is available throughout the city. Zingerman's Deli, though a bit pricey, deserves a special mention because of their rich offering of amazingly yummy foods. Some food establishments come and go, and others have been around for decades, but there is no lack of opportunity for great food. Each summer during the last week of July, the city transforms itself for the Art Fairs. All of downtown and campus is covered with artists booths. Several different art fairs cover all genres of art, from exquisite fine art, to all ilk of crafts. Several stages are located throughout the city for the art fairs and live entertainment is plentiful. Ann Arbor is a beautiful, tree filled city with many bike and walking paths. Public transportation is readily available, with guides available on most buses, as well as online. It is wise to take advantage of the public transportation or bike paths because parking is often a challenge, especially for large events. Ann Arbor is a great city with lots of things to see and do. Downtown is nearly always alive at night, as well as during the day. Go visit and have fun! - Jeb Maxwell got involved in vacation rental homes
[thePhantomWriters] Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: When was the last time you stayed at a bed and breakfast (bb) on your vacation? If the answer is never, I am about to introduce you to one of the most underutilized vacation resources. Otherwise, I am about to tell you how you can get the most out of your vacation, by asking a few simple questions. Additional Article Information: === 1069 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-01-20 10:30:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/bed-and-breakfast-tourism.shtml#get_code - Bed And Breakfast Owners Understand Tourism Copyright (c) 2009-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Bed and Breakfasts http://www.findbedandbreakfast.com/ When was the last time you stayed at a bed and breakfast (bb) on your vacation? If the answer is never, I am about to introduce you to one of the most underutilized vacation resources. Otherwise, I am about to tell you how you can get the most out of your vacation, by asking a few simple questions. What Is A Bed And Breakfast? For those readers who know exactly what a Bed And Breakfast is, please skip this section. You may be surprised that not everyone knows why a Bed And Breakfast would be better than a hotel room. In the very simplest of terms, a bed and breakfast proprietor is usually someone who bought a big house and converted it into a full service hotel. Most bed and breakfasts have one-, two- or three-bedrooms for rent. All rooms have either a private bath, private hot tub or both. Most bb's have a big screen hdtv in their rooms, with DVD players and movies to watch. Bed n Breakfast proprietors provide three meals per day - often provided by a chef, either in the guest's room or in the dining room. Pampered Like Royalty For the average bb guest, there is no reason to ever leave the bed and breakfast to enjoy ones' self. Many couples choose the bb vacation, to lock themselves away from the world outside and to be pampered in the manner of royalty. But other couples want to get out and explore the world around them, while on vacation. As a general rule, the bed and breakfast proprietor has a finger on the pulse of tourism, to a greater degree than any other person involved in the tourism industry. The big city-sponsored tourism websites tend to only highlight the big traffic attractions that will bring the most people to their town on vacation. City-sponsored travel websites are more focused on bringing more tax dollars to their city, so they are not going to pay much attention to those private affairs where only a dozen or so guests are expected to attend. Bed and breakfast proprietors on the other hand tend to keep an eye open for smaller events that their guests would enjoy. Since BB guests typically want to be pampered, BB owners network with other small business owners to find out about those under-the-radar events that they believe their guests will appreciate and enjoy. Examples Of Under-The-Radar Festivities Some of the larger Bed and Breakfast establishments will feature wine-tasting parties for local vineyards. Generally, the only way that you will hear about a wine-tasting party is to call the vineyard in question, or to ask your bed and breakfast host. Local art studios are always looking for ways to get guests into the building to view their art. Often, art studios host a party to show off local artists or other art collections. Art museums can typically turn to the city-sponsored travel websites to get the word out about their showing, but the smaller venues typically need to network with locals to attract an audience. The local BB proprietors are usually one of the first contacts on the art studio managers' calling list. Charity events are a frequent attraction, which pampers all who come to visit. Very likely, your bb proprietor will be the first to know about upcoming charity events and the benefits that attendees will receive, if they attend. Private tours are another tourist attraction that usually escape notice of the larger tourism destinations, which your bed and breakfast proprietor will know about. On a recent bb excursion, my wife and I were told of a private tour of a local haunted house. We enjoyed the haunted house tour immensely. Of course, a midnight tromp through any
[thePhantomWriters] Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: Sea World Orlando Water Park is central Florida's premier marine life park, accepting visitors year around and presenting its guests with an sea wildlife experience that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Read this article to get an overview of what you can expect when you visit Orlando's Sea World Marine Park. Additional Article Information: === 1360 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-01-27 10:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/orlando-florida-seaworld.shtml#get_code - Sea World Orlando Florida - A Tour Of The Attraction Copyright (c) 2009-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Sea World Orlando Water Park is central Florida's premier marine life park, accepting visitors year around and presenting its guests with an sea wildlife experience that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Theatrical Performances Shamu, the killer whale, performs in the Shamu Stadium in Sea World's signature performance called Believe. This show features a choreographed demonstration of music, video, stunts, and splashing whales, to deliver one of the most unforgettable performances you will have the pleasure of viewing in this lifetime. Also at Sea World Orlando is the Cirque-du-Soleil-style show called Blue Horizons. Blue Horizons is a show that integrates the performance of trained dolphins and birds, enabling visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and the theatrics of the choreographed animal performances. Exhibitions My favorite Sea World Orlando treat is the acrylic tube walkway through and under the giant shark tank, called the Shark Encounter. The opportunity to see a wide variety of fish species up close and personal in their own habitat is a thrill to those of us who never took up snorkeling. The exhibit begins at the Sharks Underwater Grill, a sit-down restaurant, which features windows looking into the huge fish tanks above and beside the restaurant. If you are traveling without children, you will find that if you are willing to sit in the restaurant bar, then you can frequently bypass the lines of families waiting for a table. In the restaurant bar, you can order a drink, and you may order from the full restaurant menu as well. If you have never been to Sea World Orlando, you might be surprised to learn that you will see more species of fish than just sharks. As you enter the acrylic tunnel, you will find an artificial reef built into the display, and in the first tank, you will be able to view moray eels swimming with a wide variety of reef fish, in and around the artificial reef that has been designed to mimic the natural habitat known to these fish. As you progress down the tunnel, you will see a number of fish tanks separated from the others, each with their own habitat and species of fish. In the various tanks, you can see: * The Camouflaged Lion Fish - The feathery appendages of the camouflaged lion fish are actually poisonous spines that can inflict great pain on any swimmer that actually touches its spines. * Fugu is also known as the Puffer Fish - If you have ever seen Spongebob Squarepants, Spongebob's driving instructor is a Puffer Fish - Ms. Puff. The Puffer Fish is considered to be one of the world's most poisonous fish and accounts for several human deaths each year. The Japanese consider its edible portions to be a delicacy, and Fugu Chefs must be licensed in Japan in order to prepare this fish for eating. The Fugu Chef must be trained to separate the poison glands from the meat of the fish, but mistakes are sometimes made, and people die from Fugu poisoning after ingesting this fish. * Surgeon Fish - Surgeon Fish swim in the same tank as the Puffer Fish (Fugu). Although beautiful, the Surgeon Fish carries a secret weapon, in the form of fins near its tail that are extremely sharp to the touch. If a person or other creature grabs the Surgeon Fish, it will whip its tail violently, often inflicting a deep cut on the person or animal that crossed its path. * Barracuda - In a nearby tank, one can see Barracuda up close and personal. Although the Barracuda has a fierce reputation, it seldom attacks humans swimming in its midst
[thePhantomWriters] The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: When it is time to take the family on vacation, most of us think only about getting a hotel room. Sure, we might also consider a tent campground, a RV or travel trailer, and possibly even a beach condo, but how many of us realize that we have more choices for a place to sleep while on vacation? In this article, we take a funny look at the joys of vacation accommodations. Additional Article Information: === 1672 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-02-03 10:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2009-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/vacation-homes-and-a-bed-and-breakfast.shtml#get_code - The Difference Between Hotels, Vacation Homes and a Bed and Breakfast Copyright (c) 2009-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ When it is time to take the family on vacation, most of us think only about getting a hotel room. Sure, we might also consider a tent campground, a RV or travel trailer, and possibly even a beach condo, but how many of us realize that we have more choices for a place to sleep while on vacation? To be honest, I am a pretty smart guy and I have been doing the vacation thing, first with my parents and then with my wife and kids, but until a few years ago, I never knew there was such a thing as a bed and breakfast or vacation home rental. I only become aware of these alternate types of vacation accommodations when I was in my early thirties - a decade ago. The Campground Experience My dad knew about hotels of course, but he would never consider spending money in such a wasteful manner. Until I was twelve, we only stayed in a tent when we went on vacation. Three years in a row, we got caught out in massive downpours while we were camping. Our tent - although pretty nice - leaked when it rained. Three vacations in a row, we had to pack up and leave in the middle of the night, after we woke to find ourselves in an inch of water inside our tent. My mother had a great deal of influence over my dad... in a weird kind of way. After three years of ruined vacations, she put her foot down. She told him that we would never spend our vacations in a tent again. She got her way, but not in the way she expected. She won her argument; we never again spent our vacation in a tent. But dad got his way too; we never did spend money on a hotel room, instead, we spent his vacation in our own house. After I was twelve, we never again took a family vacation. Well, that is almost true. When I was sixteen, dad bought one of those pop-up campers. When I was sixteen, we took a family vacation and stayed in the pop-up camper travel trailer. But wouldnt you know... it rained and the camper leaked too. So that was the final end of our family vacations. The Hotel Experience As an adult, I did not have the same kind of qualms my father had about hotels. When my wife and I went to Las Vegas for our honeymoon, we stayed at the Stratosphere hotel. From our overpriced hotel room, we were able to look out our window and see... the concrete wall at the base of the tower. It was awesome. After our kids were born, we took two vacations to San Antonio, where we stayed with my wifes aunt and uncle. But the drive down was pretty lengthy, so we caught hotel rooms in transit. We would catch a hotel room for one night on the way to San Antonio, and we would catch a room on the way home. We got on well with hotels in our travels, up until we stayed at the Best Western one night. Everything went well, until we went to check out. Imagine our shock and anger, when we realized that the hotel had supplied a PlayStation in our room, and our four- and six-year-old children got up in the middle of the night to play video games. Our $45 hotel room ended up costing us $120!! OMG I was pissed! The Vacation Rental Experience I have to say that when I finally discovered vacation home rentals, I was pleased to no end. If I am going to spend $120 per night, you simply cannot beat the vacation rental experience. Especially when you are doing several nights at your vacation destination, the vacation rental makes a whole lot of sense. If you are yet aware of it, the vacation home rental is exactly what it sounds like. It is a home that you
[thePhantomWriters] Vacation Rentals - Undiscovered Travel Retreats
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Vacation Rentals - Undiscovered Travel Retreats See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: Vacation time may be several months away, and you may be starting to think about where and what might be the perfect vacation this year - the beach, golf resort, SCUBA diving, skiing, maybe just sight seeing? And you think about places you have been - and the problems you have had. You may be asking yourself if there is a better way to enjoy your next vacation, and there is good news... Read this article to learn about the vacation rental industry. Additional Article Information: === 1191 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-02-24 10:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2008-2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/undiscovered-travel-retreats.shtml#get_code - Vacation Rentals - Undiscovered Travel Retreats Copyright (c) 2008-2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Vacation time may be several months away, and you may be starting to think about where and what might be the perfect vacation this year - the beach, golf resort, SCUBA diving, skiing, maybe just sight seeing? And you think about places you have been - and the problems you have had. You cannot forget the time you went on vacation and discovered that the rooms that were really too small, or the room service was bad. There was also the time that the people in the next unit were loud and obnoxious, and the primary reason you had taken a vacation was to find peace and quiet. If only you could have the comforts of your home magically transported to your fantasy destination, then you could have had the perfect vacation. Well, your dream arrangement is (almost) possible - you just have to look at vacation rental of a home, condo or cabin instead of hotels, motels and resorts. If you've never tried a vacation rental, there is a whole world of opportunities out there, just waiting for you to discover them. Lots of people have vacation homes or condos that they use only part of the year. Many of these people rent out their places when they know they aren't going to be there to use it themselves. The process is a little different than pulling up in front of a Best Western or Holiday Inn, but the principle is the same - you get to use a room or set of rooms where you are able to reside, for the length of your vacation. Normally hotel, motel or resort rooms are relatively small. So things can get a bit tight, particularly if the kids are along, or if are there or two, three or four couples who have a routine of vacationing together. By renting a vacation home or condo you will get more space, some privacy, and you may be able to get luxury features you haven't been able to install yet under your own roof. Another thing - you can find vacation rental units of practically all kinds, practically anywhere in the country - or, for that matter, in the world. There are literally thousands of places available that are private homes, condos, cabins, etc., available for vacation rental. And, the facilities available in these rentals range from rustic to lavish, comfortable and spacious. There are thousands of companies around the world acting as agents for owners. Many of these agents have listings in every state of the United States, plus Mexico and the Caribbean. They are really just booking agents, but they have information on a huge number of properties in a large number of locations. They have listings in Central America, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the South Pacific. Unless you had your heart set on a vacation in Antarctica, it doesn't seem like there can be much of anywhere that you will not be able to find vacation rentals. Most agents found online and offline have vacation rental homes in US destinations, and many also have access to international listings. On the Internet, you will be able to find listings provided by agents - and vacation rentals by owner. At most websites that cater to the vacation rental industry, listings will contain a full inventory of what a particular property has to offer the vacationer and most of those listings contain several photographs, including interior and exterior photos. Many vacation home rentals can be found near the center of major tourist areas, such as Disney World in Florida, or near beaches - perhaps even
[thePhantomWriters] Favorite Fishing Spots In The Great State Of Florida
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Favorite Fishing Spots In The Great State Of Florida See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: From freshwater to saltwater, Florida offers a wide range of fishing opportunities for the most avid fisherman. It was impossible to explore all the fishing opportunities, within this article, but I have tried to at least point you to the highlights of any Florida fishing trip. Additional Article Information: === 787 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-02-26 10:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/florida-fishing-spots.shtml#get_code - Favorite Fishing Spots In The Great State Of Florida Copyright (c) 2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Top Five Fishing Spots In Florida: 1 -- St. Johns River: salty and fresh 2 -- When it's on, West Lake Toho hard to beat 3 -- Sebastian Inlet is tricky, but worth the lost tackle 4 -- Indian River Lagoon's calm water boasts array of fish 5 -- You'll find it's the redfish that bite at Mosquito Lagoon Other Great Fishing Spots in Florida GENEVA - Meandering through Central Florida, the St. Johns River is a top-notch fishery and a scenic getaway for any angler. There are many lakes along the river loaded with fish, attracting all types to try their luck. The hardcore bass anglers tap Lake Monroe in Sanford and Lake George in Astor for trophy fish. Puzzle Lake is good for those wanting to get in on the shad run. But it's the river that draws the most attention. This is a place all walks of life can fish. Those with high-performance bass boats and those with pontoon boats can cruise along at their own speed and find plenty of places to put a few in the bucket. Family outings are common and if you want to keep the kids involved - look for areas holding lots of bluegills, shellcrackers and bream; odds are you won't have to look too long. While in Geneva, try a family fun cabin rental for a unique lodging experience. THE KISSIMMEE CHAIN OF LAKES from 200 to more than 40,000 acres. Lake Kissimmee weighs in as the biggest lake at 44,000 acres. West Lake Tohopekaliga is one of the most popular lakes, and is the host lake for Bassmaster Elite Series events on the chain. With the numbers of anglers on the lake, and the constant pressure, you have to use varying tactics to find out what the fish want on the day you fish. The old adage is, if the fish are active on West Lake Toho, that's the place you want to be, said John Bitter, owner of Bitter's Bait and Tackle in Longwood. Of course, when they're off, it's really off, but it's the best place to be when they're on. Other lakes include Lake Cypress, Hatchineha and East Lake Tohopekaliga. Kissimmee grass and hydrilla are always good places to start your search. The lakes are filled with vegetation and plenty of ambush points. The time of year and the water temperature should be the deciding factors on your tactics. The thoughts of snook, redfish, tarpon and a wide variety of possible catches dance through the mind. As you near the bridge and enter the park, the blood starts pumping quickly when you finally see the water. When you hook up on one of the inlet's bruiser redfish, huge snook or maybe a Goliath grouper, you understand just why you made the trip. TITUSVILLE - With miles of flats to pick and choose from, the Indian River Lagoon gives anglers the perfect place to fish. The river, which stretches along the Atlantic Coast from Ponce Inlet to Jupiter Inlet, offers a huge variety of fish to target. The Indian River Lagoon is the most diverse estuary in the world, said Jim Ross, a veteran captain. A lot of offshore and inshore fish breed in the river. You can find snapper, grouper and tarpon as well as the normal species. In the northern portion of the river, from Titusville to Scotts-moor, redfish are the main draw. Not just any redfish, but big schools of large redfish. These fish have long been targeted and are strictly catch-and-release. The slot-size for redfish is 18 to 27 inches. Most fish in these schools are well over 40 inches. Look for a vacation rental for your Titusville fishing experience. MERRITT ISLAND - The Mosquito Lagoon is a flats fishing paradise. Labeled as the redfish capital of the world, the lagoon lives up to its billing. Tailing redfish can be found all over
[thePhantomWriters] Florida Is A Fisherman's Vacation Paradise
A Free-Reprint Article Written by: Jeb Maxwell Article Title: Florida Is A Fisherman's Vacation Paradise See TERMS OF REPRINT to the end of the article. Article Description: Florida is the one state in the United States that offers Sportsmen a crack at saltwater fishing in its backwaters without once making a wish for a more comfortable environment. Balmy, warm and breathtakingly beautiful the sunshine state is the perfect contender for a fishing vacation. A Florida fishing vacation is an angler's idea of what heaven should be like. A prime Fishing Vacation Destination for Great Bass Fishing and Sport Fishing. Additional Article Information: === 654 Words; formatted to 65 Characters per Line Distribution Date and Time: 2010-03-01 12:00:00 Written By: Jeb Maxwell Copyright: 2010 Contact Email: mailto:jeb.maxw...@thephantomwriters.com For more free-reprint articles by Jeb Maxwell, please visit: http://www.thePhantomWriters.com/recent/author/jeb-maxwell.html = Special Notice For Publishers and Webmasters: = HTML Copy-and-Paste and TEXT Copy-and-Paste Versions Of Article Are Available at: http://thePhantomWriters.com/free_content/db/m/fishermans-vacation-paradise.shtml#get_code - Florida Is A Fisherman's Vacation Paradise Copyright (c) 2010 Jeb Maxwell Find Vacation Rentals http://www.findvacationrentals.com/ Florida is the one state in the United States that offers Sportsmen a crack at saltwater fishing in its backwaters without once making a wish for a more comfortable environment. Balmy, warm and breathtakingly beautiful the sunshine state is the perfect contender for a fishing vacation. A Florida fishing vacation is an angler's idea of what heaven should be like. A prime Fishing Vacation Destination for Great Bass Fishing and Sport Fishing. With Incredible Freshwater Fishing Lakes like: Lake Okeechobee, Lake George, Lake Kissimmee, Orange Lake and Sport Fishing on the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. Generations of sportsmen have tried their hand at snagging what can only be described as an angler's dream, a tarpon, exclusive to the area of Florida Keys and Lake Tarpon. These legendarily elusive fish are within close proximity to many Florida vacation rentals or cabin rentals. Florida with its overwhelming abundance of mangroves, backwaters and everglades may not seem like the ideal freshwater fishing vacation state. But a closer look reveals the presence of several freshwater lakes such as, Lake Trafford, Lake George, Lake Istokpoga, Lake Jackson, Lake Talquin, Lake Tarpon and Lake Toho. The bass and tarpon at these freshwater lakes are best enjoyed when the fishing party takes advantage of the numerous vacation cabin rental offers at locations near the fishing destination of choice. Cabin rentals are attractive for the boat fisherman, who can often walk out of the cabin, and down a path to the boat docked out front. Apart from the lakes the presence of large canal systems such as Cape Coral and Golden Gate, Florida offers an ideal environment for large mouth bass and panfish. Indeed it isn't an uncommon sight for sportsmen to fish in drainage canals along a road. Saltwater Fishing in Florida is an experience like none other with a wide panorama of estuaries, bays, mangroves, tidal creeks, backwaters and everglades. Florida is host to one of the most rewarding saltwater fishing haunts in the world. A haven for the discriminating enthusiast, the most sought after gamefish in the world tarpon, snook and spotted seatrout are to be found here. The oyster bars, the seagrass beds and several wetlands protected by federal and state laws, which have also specified aquatic preserves are among the several reasons that Florida is among the most desirable fishing vacations in the world. The area around the ten thousand islands and rookery bay is considered the most fertile bass fishing ground in the US. The maintenance of these preserves is always the top priority for the local administration. From the magnificent watery forests to the ecological wonders, a world of serenity and breathtaking seascapes awaits. It's up to you to figure out what you want out of your Florida Keys dream vacation. From the fisherman to the cultural enthusiast, the sky is the limit in the Florida Keys. The Diversity of a Florida Keys Dream Vacation Includes: Diving and Snorkeling Swimming with Dolphins, Fishing - Offshore and Charters, Arts and Cultural Experiences Camping in Over 10 Beautiful Parks Spotless White-Sand Beaches, Sailing in Beautiful Waters, Gorgeous Scenic Tours Adventurous, Hiking, Exquisite Dining, Fabulous Entertainment, Endless Shopping, and Much, Much More! Need Transportation? Getting to the Florida Keys has never been easier. With 4 airports to choose from, including 2 International Airports
