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Pg 2-4 West Virginia,

Tennessee, Ohio,

North Carolina,

Maryland, Delaware,

Quebec, New Jersey

Pg 5-7 New York

Pg 8-9 Pennsylvania

Pg 9-10 Florida

Pg 11 South Carolina

Pg 12 Maryland

GuestQuest Vacations takes you on aguided tour to various vacation locations.We feature information aboutaccommodations, attractions and activitiesin many travel and vacation destinations.Providing you with article coverage on ouradvertisers, their amenities and services will assist you in making the right decision onchoosing your accommodations, recreation, entertainment and more. Please visit ourweb site www.guestquest.com foradditional advertiser information and links to their web sites. Distributed three times ayear, Spring, Summer and Winter, withseparate editions to Ohio, Pennsylvania,New York, Illinois/Indiana, North Carolina,Georgia/Alabama, Tennessee/Kentucky and Virginia/Washington D.C. Serving ouradvertisers and readers since 1984. Foradvertising information, questions orcomments, call 1-800-644-8460. P. O. Box33547, Cleveland, OH 44133. The accuracyof the information contained in these listings is the responsibility of each individualadvertiser. Every effort has been made tooffer up-to-date information. Reproduction of editorial or graphic contentin any manner without written consent ofthe editor is prohibited.

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Summersville, WV - A Hidden TreasureCentrally located in West Virginia,

Summersville has endlessopportunities for fun-filled days ofrelaxation, adventure, history...inevery direction.

Spend a wonderful day at beautiful Summersville Lake swimming,boating, fishing, scuba diving andeven rock climbing.

Take another day to explore ourmany hiking and biking trails, exploreCivil War history at Carnifex FerryBattlefield State Park , and climb thesteps to the top of the SummersvilleLake Retreat Lighthouse for the mostbreathtaking view of the lake

Enjoy the morning on the golfcourse or a game of Miniature golf atMountain Lake Campground. Changeinto swim gear for an afternoon at thebeach or the Nicholas CountyVeterans Memorial Pool.

Visit Kirkwood winery for a winetour and tasting. Spend the afternoonshopping the many antique andprimitive shops

Enjoy driving around the area andstopping at the many overlooks forbreathtaking views of SummersvilleLake. You might want to branch outand take the short drive to

whitewater raft, zip line or visit theNew River Gorge Bridge.

Plan to attend one of the manyfestivals throughout the year

Hotels, cabin rentals and evencamping under the stars await you inSummersville. Enjoy restaurants to fitany budget and save time to browsethe many shops for antiques,primitives and souvenirs.

Want more? Visit our website atwww.summersvillecvb.com to orderyour free Visitors Guide and couponfor a free tee shirt. We look forward to your visit! ¤

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Youngstown, Ohio – You Belong Here!If golf is your passion, the

Youngstown and Mahoning Countyarea is the best place for you to tee itup. Golf Digest magazine has rankedour area as #4 nationally for topquality, affordable public courses.Whether you want to tackle a DonaldRoss-designed course, or a links-style course, there are plenty of challenges awaiting you. Golf getaway packages

are offered by area hotels, so grabyour clubs and get ready to tee-off.

Experience all that Mill CreekMetroParks has to offer. With over4,400 acres you can explore miles ofhike and bike trails, or stroll throughbeautiful Fellows Riverside Gardens.Wander through 12 acres of diverseplantings and colorful displays. Bymid-June, the roses are in bloom andare spectacular. Lanterman’s Mill &

Covered Bridge is another popularattraction located within theMetroPark. This restored, mid-1800sgrist mill is the most historic landmark in Mahoning County, and will take you back to a simpler time.

Kids of all ages will enjoy a visit toOH WOW! Children’s Center forScience and Technology. Known as“The Happiest Place in Youngstown,”the facility features hands-on,

STEM-based learning activities andexhibits for explorers of all ages!

For more information on things to do and special events, pleasecontact the Mahoning County

Convention & Visitors Bureau at800-447-8201 or visit

www.youngstownlive.com. ¤

County of Kent – A Scenic PeninsulaA scenic peninsula, on Maryland’s

Upper Eastern Shore of theChesapeake Bay, the County of Kentis less than a two-hour drive fromPhiladelphia, Washington D.C.,Annapolis and Northern Virginia.

Quaint waterfront towns,including Historic Chestertown, RockHall, Galena, Betterton andMillington, offer sunset cruisecharters, small beaches, kayaking,

fishing charters, boating, sailing,museums, theaters, art galleries,shopping along tree-lined bricksidewalks, antiquing, terrificrestaurants, winery, farmers’ andartisans’ market, local seafood andmore. Chestertown boastsMaryland’s second largest collectionof 18th century structures. Catch ashow at The Garfield Center for theArts at Prince Theatre in Chestertown

and the Mainstay in Rock Hall, whichfeature local to internationallyrenowned performers.

While driving Maryland’s firstNational Scenic Byway, you will findstretches of low rolling farmland,dramatic sunsets, scenic beauty, richheritage and some of the UnitedStates’ most quaint and beautifultowns. ¤

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What Does Your Next Trip Look Like? Have you got spring fever? Are you

making plans for your summervacation? With warm weathercreeping in, thoughts of celebratingwith a getaway are sure to bedancing in the back of your mind. Butyou’re not sure how you want tospend your next getaway? Perusethese pages and you’ll find somegreat ideas for destinations and even

unique accommodations to help youget the most out of your escape.From the well-known destinations ofMyrtle Beach, South Carolina and theOuter Banks of North Carolina toremote Isle Royale in Michigan andeverything in between, you’ll find ithere. What does your next trip looklike?

And there’s no shortage ofaccommodations either. From lakeview yurts, to luxury hotels, tosecluded cabins and chalets,GuestQuest has it. Visit our site tosearch vacation rentals, condos, inns, beach rentals, hotels, cabins, andmany other accommodation types.Pick your destination based onlocation, nearby things to do or

accommodation preference. Find theperfect place to stay for your trip, andeven some discounts just bymentioning that you saw their ad inGuestQuest.

GuestQuest.com is the perfectplace to plan your vacation. Lookingfor a destination with golf nearby? Got it! How about wineries or breweries?Got them too! Is there an event in the

destination you are considering?Check our event calendar or visit thewebsite of the destination oraccommodation with the direct linkson their listings.

No matter what your family islooking for in your next vacation, thechances are great that you’ll find itwith GuestQuest. Make this the yearyou find your perfect destination!Plan your vacation today!

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Emerald Isle Realty: Beach Vacations Come TrueCelebrating more than 50 years of

making dream beach vacations cometrue along the beaches of NorthCarolina! Emerald Isle is the perfectdestination for your family reunion,beach wedding, retreat or anygetaway. Choose from over 700rentals including cottages, duplexes,

condos and luxury units with petfriendly properties as well. Relax atthe beach or let our activitycoordinators create the perfectitinerary for your family or group.

Choose from kayaking, boating,fishing, biking, golf, ecology tours,bird watching, parasailing, surfing

lessons, scuba diving and more! Orspend the day visiting our historicsites, museums and parks along theCrystal Coast. There’s alwayssomething to do!

Contact us at Emerald Isle Realtywhere we will go the extra mile tomake your visit to the Southern Outer

Banks a memorable experience.Online specials posted daily.

Visit EmeraldIsleRealty.com or call 888.586.8959 and make yourvacation dreams a reality! ¤

Experience a traditionMontréalMontréal

Book online with Promo Code: GuestQuest for Special Rate800-361-5419|www.HotelRubyFoos.com

Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Free Local CallsComplimentary use of the Express Business Center

& fully equipped fitness centre 24/7Outdoor heated pool & Poolside dining (seasonal)

Barber Shop, Restaurants

7655 Decarie Blvd. • Montréal Québec H4P 2H2

Experience a Montreal tradition!Hotel Ruby Foo’s is a 4-star hotel

complex that boasts a dazzling décor, great facilities, splendid services anddelectable dining. The hotel is ratedone of the best Montreal Hotels andfor the 7th consecutive year is theproud winner of the “ConsumerChoice” award in the independentHotel category.

Hotel Ruby Foo’s is locatedmidway between downtownMontreal and the airport, just 1 blockfrom the subway system.

Guests enjoy complimentaryparking, local calls, WiFi, businesscenter, 24-hour fitness center,heated outdoor swimming pool withterrace (seasonal) and much more.The hotel also includes a barbershopand two restaurants. The spaciousDeluxe bedrooms boast BeautyrestExcellence pillow-top mattresses and 100% white goose-down duvets.

For extended stays, DeluxeStudio-kitchenettes are alsoavailable.

The hotel offers 5,000 sq. ft. ofmeeting space in eight Banquet Halls.

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Hotel Ruby Foo’s Montreal7655 Decarie Boulevard Toll free 1-800-361-5419www.hotelrubyfoos.com

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46745 Hwy 12 & Old Lighthouse Rd • Buxton NC 27920

Spacious guest rooms include: Microwave ovens Refrigerators • Coffee maker Obser vation tower • Refreshing outdoor pool Cable TV • WI FI (lobby) • Laundr y facilities Oceanside, Dining, Shops & Mini Golf

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Make Chenango County Your Next Destination! We invite you to travel our

picturesque roads and discover ourhidden gems - glistening waterfalls,historic spots and quiet little pubs and restaurants. Revel in an outdoorfamily adventure; visit the WolfMountain Nature Center or RogersEnvironmental Education Center, hikeor canoe down one of our many riversand streams, stroll through ourdowntowns where you’ll findgalleries, unique shops, and historicalmuseums (including a world famousantique car museum), that allow youto browse at your leisure.

Into fun-filled festivals and events? Spring offers the infamous GeneralClinton Canoe Regatta, the longestsingle day flat water canoe race in the world, MX or Grand National racing,the rich pageantry of the largest andoldest Pageant of Bands in New YorkState, the Antique Auto Show andFlea Market, and much more.

Don’t pass us by, make Chenangoyour next tourism destination.

Call 1-877-chenango or visitwww.chenangony.org. ¤

Find Out What Makes Us Distinctly Dutchess!Escape to the Hudson Valley for a

day trip or longer getaway! Come findout what makes us DistinctlyDutchess!

Savor what’s cooking at TheCulinary Institute of America, dine intheir four student-staffedrestaurants! Enjoy a gastronomic tour of Italy without leaving Caterina deMedici Ristorante.

Calling all history nerds! Honor our32nd president by visiting the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library andMuseum, celebrating its 75th

anniversary this year, with specialevents planned for June 30th!

The National Park Service marksits 100th anniversary all year,culminating on August 25th.

Visit www.dutchesstourism.comfor spotlight stories highlighting major events, new businesses, theater andlive music, warming up the nights.Plan fantastic travel tours duringschool breaks and long weekends.

Have fun in Dutchess, joining the 4million visitors who visit ourfour-season destination annually. ¤

Adventurous to Educational ~ New York has Something for EveryoneWith activities that range from

adventurous to educational andeverywhere in between, New Yorkhas something for everyone. Makeyour way across the state to exploreall the options for your next getaway.

Discover a mostly ruralcountryside set amidst a stunninglandscape of rolling hills, deepvalleys, and picturesque streams inAllegany County. Make a Splash at

the Aquarium of Niagara where you'lllearn more about Peruvian Penguinsas you watch aquarists feed andinteract with these fascinating birds.Or visit the Buffalo Zoo where guestsenjoy animal exhibits, naturalisticwildlife habitats and beautiful gardenareas. With over 14,350 acres of lushforests and 66 miles of rustic trails,scenic Letchworth State Park inWyoming County is home to three

magnificent waterfalls, a 600-footgorge and the roaring Genesee River.The Finger Lakes regionencompasses 11 different FingerLakes, 14 counties and countlessarea attractions. As the nation’ssecond largest wine producingregion, wineries and wine trailsabound.

The Lake George Area of NewYork’s Adirondacks is a haven for

fishing, boating and water sports.Waterski, wakeboard, parasail,windsurf, scuba dive or take a cruiseon Lake George. Discover variedexperiences and countless things todo in Dutchess County. Hike theApplachian Trail or sip your waythrough the vintages of the DutchessWine Trail.

Central New York: Find lots ofhidden gems - glistening waterfalls,

historic spots and quiet little pubs and restaurants in Chenango County. Revel in an outdoor family adventure;hike our trails, visit the Wolf Mountain Nature Center or RogersEnvironmental Education Center, gosee an Alpaca Farm, or watch themaple syrup process. Don’t pass by,make Chenango your next tourismdestination.

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Make Great Family Memories – Luzerne County in Pocono FoothillsDiscover beautiful open country,

mountains and rivers, plus history,cultural and entertainment withLuzerne County PA touristattractions! Enjoy a show at TheMusic Box Dinner Theater; visithistoric Eckley Miner’s Village, whichtells the tale of the miner’s family andtheir struggles. Ride the rails atSteamtown Rail Museum. Take in aRailRider baseball game at PNC Field.

How about a little VictorianHistory? Stay overnight at theFrederick Stegmaier B&B Mansion,filled with antiques, tour therenowned Luzerne CountyCourthouse and its stained glassdome and finish with the best icecream at The Lands at Hillside Farms.Want to make someone disappear?Don’t miss the great show at theHoudini Tour and Museum.

Try your luck at the Mohegan Sunat Pocono Downs casino. Enjoy slots,table games and harness racing.

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton is easilyaccessible via four major interstates

and the Wilkes-Barre ScrantonInternational Airport.

888.905.2782www.tournepa.com for packages ¤

Susquehanna River Valley – You’ll Love it Here!This spring, discover the

Susquehanna River Valley – easilyaccessible from Interstate 80 andRoute 15 in Central Pennsylvania.Thriving downtowns offer art andmusic festivals and locally-ownedbusinesses feature spring openhouses. Three state parks and a RailTrail provide endless opportunities toexplore the great outdoors.

Visit one of our many wineries,indulge in amazing craft beer at localbreweries, play a round of golf, dosome antiquing, take a guided canoetrip down the Susquehanna River ortake a bike ride over a dozen historiccovered bridges. Along the way, stopat a variety of farmers markets for thefreshest strawberries and localproduce. Everywhere you turn, you’llsee something that amazes andinspires you.

As evening approaches, plan aromantic dinner for two then see amovie in a restored Art Deco moviepalace or attend a live theatre ordance performance at one of ourperforming arts centers. Settle into aquiet evening at a cozy hotel, cabin,cottage or bed and breakfast.

Every turn a treasure.VisitCentralPA.org or1-877-207-8599 ¤

Memories are made in Columbia & Montour CountiesColumbia and Montour counties

are known for their rural beauty andoutstanding quality of life. Thecounties are home to 25 coveredbridges; the third-largestconcentration of covered bridges inPennsylvania. On a yearly basis,visitors from all over the world cometo admire the antique craftsmanship

of the bridges and relax in the quaintcountryside.

Our unique towns nestled in thequiet river valley offer activitiesperfect for the young - and young atheart! The newly unveiled River RatBrew Trail, Knoebels AmusementResort and Ricketts Glen State Parkare just the beginning of countlessattractions waiting for you to explore.

Whether you’re a first timetraveler or a frequent visitor to ourarea, you’ll be sure to find somethingnew and exciting when you arrive!

To download your free TravelGuide and get more information, visit: www.iTourColumbiaMontour.com.You may also contact the VisitorsBureau by calling 1-800-847-4810. ¤

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Endless Opportunities for Adventure and Attractions in PennsylvaniaPennsylvania is the perfect

destination for a weekend familygetaway or an outdoor vacation! Fillyour days with endless opportunitiesincluding amusement and waterparks, casino, museums, shops,scenic trails, and culturalentertainment.

Head over to Crawford County PAwhich boasts some of the bestgolfing, fishing, hunting and camping

in Northwest Pennsylvania. Enjoy alittle outdoor recreation on a glacierlake, nature trails or at a wildliferefuge. Pack up your bike and plan aday at French Creek RecreationalTrails - Rails to Trails. The Ernst BikeTrail is perfect for biking, walking,running, & inline skating.

Brush up on a little state history inPennsylvania’s Oil Region where, in1859, Colonel Edwin Drake drilled the

world’s first commercial oil well, andbe sure to visit the historic Drake Well Museum.

Get wild in the PA Wilds, home tomillions of acres of unspoiled forestsand mountains. The Wilds are perfectfor fishing, hiking, kayaking andoutdoor activities. Grab your cameraand travel the Bucktail Trail ScenicByway and snap a few photos of theabundant wildlife. Feeling thirsty?Head over to the Straub Brewery,serving all-natural beer for 135 years!

If you’re looking for a backwoods,backroads, backwaters adventure,look no further than Clearfield County! Visit for hiking, biking, canoeing,kayaking, geocaching, horsebackriding, camping, golfing, fishing... andthe list goes on.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be drawnto the Valleys of Susquehanna,boasting mile after mile of rolling hillsand lush countryside. Pack a picnic

and visit Milton State Park then enjoythe hiking trails. Stroll through historic Lewisburg and explore galleries anddine at unique eateries. A visit to theSusquehanna River Valley offers notonly a recreational playground foroutdoor enthusiasts, but alsoamusement parks, museums andeven auto racing!

Head over to the Alleghenies,hometown to The Pennsylvania StateUniversity, and tour the grounds.Discover charming Victorian townsand covered bridges over tree linedstreams. Admire the city views fromabove on the Johnston Inclined Plane, the world’s steepest vehicle inclinedplane railway. Or, go down below and explore the depths of Seldom SeenValley Tourist Coal Mine.

Spend the day meanderingthrough the 25-covered bridges androlling farmlands of Columbia andMontour Counties - you'll find a

driving map on their website. Or restyour head at one of the VictorianB&Bs in Luzerne County once you'veexhausted yourself white waterrafting on the Lehigh River. You’ll findhiking and biking at Lehigh GorgeState Park if you're ready for more.

The Lehigh Valley is a greatgetaway for your PA vacation,offering fun attractions for all ages.Feeling lucky? Visit a casino for tablegames, slots, shopping &entertainment. Journey to vineyardsand wineries. Gather the kids andspend the day at the Lehigh ValleyZoo, or color your world at CrayolaExperience!

When the day ends, rest your head at a cozy B&B or splurge at an arearesort! The variety of activities andattractions in Pennsylvania will haveyou visiting more than once!

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A Great Summer VacationIf you are looking for a great place

to spend your summer vacationFlorida may be the perfect place.Known as the “Sunshine State”because of its balmy, sunny weather,Florida has more theme parks,entertainment centers and sportactivities than any other part in thecountry. Its fantasy theme parks andattractions, exciting nightlife and

leisurely days on the best beaches inthe world make it an ideal place forvacations. Thousands of beautifullakes and magnificent rivers and its1,350 miles of coastline make it idealfor boating, sailing, fishing, diving,snorkeling and swimming. For asportsperson, Florida is a vacationparadise. Its warm summers andmild winters make it possible to enjoy

boating, camping, golfing, and watersports.

Florida is great for camping. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose avariety of setting, from beachfrontcampground, to RV parks, to primitive camping. The mild climate allowsyear round camping and outdooractivities.

The beaches are some of thefinest in the world and are ratedamong the best for beauty, facilitiesand ease of access. The waters along its beaches are generally warm incomparison to the rest of the country, making it more enjoyable.

Florida offers much for boaters. Itis ideal for power-boating, sailing,kayaking, water skiing, wakeboarding, wind surfing and canoeing. Like fishing? You will find bassfishing, inshore saltwater and flatsfishing and offshore saltwater fishingif you want to catch the “big ones.

Florida is the “golf capital of theworld”. The year round sun attractshundreds of thousands of golferseach year. No matter what yourgolfing ability or budget, courses areaccessible to suit all needs.

To avoid large crowds and packedattraction, as well as expensivelodging, make plans to visit Floridaduring the off season which is duringthe months of May through October.This is also a popular time for familieswith school-age children. Travelingduring the “off seasons” can berewarding.

Let Your Pennsylvania Wilds Adventures Begin Here!

Clinton County, in north centralPennsylvania, is the gateway to thePA Wilds, offering state parks, forestand game lands and theSusquehanna River for your outdoorrecreation.

Less than a half-day drive frommost points in the eastern U.S. willbring you here to enjoy camping,hiking, kayaking, ATV riding, huntingand fishing. The area is known foradventure challenges such as trailraces, dual sport motorcycling, andtriathlon events.

Two scenic byways offer ridge and valley views. Keep an eye peeled fordeer, eagles, bear, and even elk, orcheck out the hang gliders takingflight from the scenic overlook HynerView State Park.

Clinton County is home to theWoolrich Store, the Piper AviationMuseum and the Heisey Museum,The Station (art) Gallery and theMillbrook Playhouse barn theatre.Visit www.ClintonCountyInfo.com orcall 888-388-6991 for more on rural,beautiful Clinton County. ¤

Spring into Clearfield County PALove, romance and renewal are in

the air and springtime in ClearfieldCounty is a great place to celebrate all three! Rekindle love at one of our cozy bed and breakfasts or a luxuriousmaster suite at one of our fine hotels.Embrace the romance of a candlelitdinner for two at any of several choice restaurants. Swing into spring at oneof Clearfield County’s PGA rated golfcourses or hit the waters for somequality fly fishing.

Bring your kayak/canoe and enjoy the West Branch of the SusquehannaRiver or paddle one of our lakes. Enjoy birding in Clearfield Countybackwoods all year long.

Renew your mind, body and spiritwith a visit to Clearfield County,Pennsylvania. Visitwww.VisitClearfieldCounty.org forroad trips, coupons and the perfectplace to spend the night. Like us onFacebook to share your backwoods.backroads. backwaters. experience. ¤

Experience the Charm of Historic Gulf Beach ResortHistoric Gulf Beach Resort is

located directly on Lido Beach inbeautiful Sarasota, Florida. All of our49 units are individually owned anddecorated; there are no two unitsalike. The majority of our units havefully equipped kitchens and privatelanais. Our beach is private and wehave a heated pool, barbecue grills,Tiki Hut and a shuffleboard court. Wehave free Wi-Fi, security cameras and keyless entry locks.

Gulf Beach is the perfect place forfamily and class reunions, beach

weddings, family vacations or just aplace to get away for some specialtime with each other.

Our resort is within walkingdistance of renowned St. Armand’sCircle. Every room is just steps awayfrom the beautiful warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

For more information and pictures, please visit our website atwww.gulfbeachsarasota.com or callus toll free at 800-232-2489. ¤

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Veranda and White Sands – Enjoy the Good LifeWarm hospitality, fun-filled

activities and a casual islandatmosphere await your arrival at theVeranda Beach Club on LongboatKey. Relax on your veranda, lookingout over the crystalline sands of aneleven-mile beach, while theshimmering Gulf of Mexico lures youto the water’s edge. Drink in thebeauty of your surroundings directlyon the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.

Veranda Beach Club2509 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, Florida 34228

800-411-5511www.VerandaBeachClub.com

Enjoy the good life at White Sands, bordered by the azure waters of theGulf of Mexico on one side and thewildlife-rich Sarasota Bay on theother. It has been designed for thefullest enjoyment of one of the mostbeautiful locations on Longboat Key.

Nestled amid powder-white beachesand lush tropical gardens, the viewsfrom this property will always bespectacular.

White Sands of Longboat5114 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, Florida 34228800-230-2428

www.WhiteSandsOfLongboat.com ¤

Living On “Island Time”THIS IS ISLAND TIME. Where the

surf tickles your toes and the sunkisses your nose; where the warmgentle breeze brushes across yourface. You are lost in another place,ANNA MARIA ISLAND.

Where every day starts with afresh, pink, sunrise and every dayends with a sunset in 10 shades ofbeautiful.

Where the trolley runs FREE allday; the mini-breakfast is servedFREE until 10a.m.

Where a chair at SILVER SURFGULF BEACH RESORT has your name; the best game in town is SERVICE.

Where BRIDGEWALK, a land markresort, is a quaint seaside escape;shop in unique shops; become part ofthe seascape. It doesn’t get anybetter than that.

Where bare feet are almost arequirement; linger a while in therestaurants or grills. Walk, ride orboat to SILVER SURF GULF BEACHRESORT or BRIDGEWALK, land markresorts on Bridge Street, BradentonBeach, Anna Maria Island.

YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE IT HERE.“IMMEASURABLY MORE…” ¤

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Directly on the beach, nestled among the white-sand dunes, sea oats and coconut palms of Anna Maria Island, Bungalow

Beach Resort offers 15 beautifully restored 1930s island-style 1, 2 & 3 bedroom bungalows ~ perfect for any size family. Enjoy a heated pool, private beach and much more!

800-779-3601 www.bungalowbeach.com

Awarded Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award for “Top Romance in US”

Bungalow Beach Resort

2000 Gulf Drive Anna Maria Island, FL 34217

Our 10 charming Bungalows are nestled within a tropical garden and offer large one-bedroom suites with full kitchens. Located less than a mile from the #1 Beach in America, as well as great shops & restaurants. Overlook peaceful Heron lagoon as you enjoy our pool, bicycle to the

beach, kayak in the peaceful waters, or grab a fishing pole and relax on our dock. Near the #1 Whitest, Finest Sand Beach in the World.

888-574-3782www.siestakeybungalows.com

Siesta Key Bungalows

8212 Midnight Pass Rd. Siesta Key, FL 34242

“#1 Best Beach in America” by Dr. Beach

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Sweeping Stretches of Sand and Surf along South Carolina's Coast A mix of easy public access,

private retreats and natural preserves highlights the 200 miles of AtlanticOcean coastline that South Carolinacalls its own.

For generations, beach trips tomillions of Americans and Canadianshas meant an easy drive to MyrtleBeach and later, Hilton Head, whileexpanded air travel has added moreinternational travelers in recent years. Reliable, decent weather year-round

and a burgeoning menu of attractionsand amenities continue to drive thatgrowth in popularity.

Starting from the north, MyrtleBeach anchors the 60-mile crescentof shoreline known as the GrandStrand. Characterized by long,sweeping stretches of sand and surf,the Strand offers both bustling andless-boisterous choices for ploppingthat plastic chaise lounge andpropping the umbrella.

In Myrtle Beach proper, hotels oldand new, restaurants and shops linethe beach, with public access pointsinterspersed. Then there are the quiet ocean-side beach communities suchas Cherry Grove, Atlantic Beach(considered perhaps the nation’s firstpredominantly African Americanbeach town), Garden City and“elegantly shabby” Pawleys Island.

Each offers varying degrees ofpublic beach access and widechoices of hotel, cottage and condorentals, as well as package deals with many of the more than 100 golfcourses on the Strand. Cozy MyrtleBeach and expansive HuntingtonBeach state parks also offer beachaccess, camping, environmentaleducation programs and more.

Much of the coast is protectedwildlife refuges until the Charlestonarea, itself a world-class destinationfor lovers of history and architecture

but also home to popular beachdestinations such as Wild DunesResort and the Isle of Palms to thenorth of town and Folly Beach and itspopular public beach just to thesouth.

Next up going south is storiedEdisto Island. Live oaks draped withSpanish moss overhang the narrowhighway across the big island toEdisto Beach, long beloved for itsgreat shelling. The park also has a

robust environmental educationcenter, camping and cabins.

There are literally thousands ofhotel rooms, condos, campsites andother accommodations along theSouth Carolina coast, as well as amyriad of dining, entertainment andeducational options to help spice upthe trip.

-Marc Rapport

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800-255-5554 • WatersEdgeResort.com

1012 N. Waccamaw DriveGarden City, SC 29576

At the edge of Surfside Beach, just moments away from the excitement of Myrtle Beach.

Enjoy oversized 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos featuring large oceanfront balconies, fully equipped kitchens, cable TV, Wi-Fi & more.

Discover the Secret of Garden City:Water’s Edge Resort

Water’s Edge Resort is found inGarden City Beach SC, a tranquilseaside village only 12 miles from thebright lights of Myrtle Beach andconveniently located near coastal golf courses, excellent entertainmentattractions, nightlife and uniquedining.

Lose yourself sightseeing at anearby state park, a botanical gardenor enjoy a relaxing time fishing off anadjacent pier. Find Romance atsunset enjoying a picture worth athousand words.

The resort’s oversized condo unitsinclude large oceanfront balconies,fully equipped kitchens, free WiFi,cable TV and more. The rooms arefully furnished with all the creaturecomforts of home.

Top-notch amenities include arecently renovated pool deck andlounge chairs, an indoor and outdoorpool, Jacuzzis and private access toone of the Strand’s most scenicstretches of white-sand beach.

Come to Water’s Edge Resort andenjoy the peace and quiet of an ocean side escape or the fun and flare of afamily trip.

Water’s Edge Resort1012 N. Waccamaw Drive

Garden City, SC 29576800-255-5554

www.watersedgeresort.com ¤

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Free High Speed Wi-FI

Indoor Pool

Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge

Weddings

Events & Groups Welcome

Year-Round Golf Packages

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