Month: July 2022

Utah – From Pine Trees to Sand Dunes

Utah is unique because it has a diverse climate. On one hand, it has snow-capped mountainous terrain with coniferous trees defining its sky line, and on the other hand — the sand dunes in the desert areas may take you by surprise.

Little Sahara Recreation Area — The sand dunes hold the fancy of quite a few people and if you are among them, then this is the place for you to enjoy the charms of living in a desert zone. The Sevier Desert has sand dunes which are spread out over an area of 60,000 acres. You can enjoy dirt bike racing, climbing up the sand walls, and plenty of other activities. The recreation area is spread over 12 miles.

Bryce Canyon National Park — This Canyon offers a spectacular view of the red-colored stone formations. These sandstone structures are appreciated by visitors, because they can take a horseback ride through it on the 23 mile trail. The canyon has many formations which resemble amphitheaters and other structures. It offers beautiful camping sites throughout the year, barring the Winter season, which can cause landslides and road blockades.

Monte L Bean Life Science Museum — This Museum offers many educational opportunities for children, because get a chance to learn in an entertaining manner. The displays at the museum include Ecosystems, Pheasants from Around the world and lots of other informative exhibits. There are displays of the animals and birds seen in Utah and adjoining areas.

Crystal Hot Springs — Brigham City, Utah houses one of the most beautiful and natural wonders — hot as well as cold water springs which are reported to have a therapeutic value. If you are on the lookout for a holiday and just want to relax, then these hot springs are sure to help you achieve it.…

Holidays Parks – The Answer to Family Holidays

If you haven’t gone on holiday already then you may be planning a last minute holiday with the family. This can cause all sorts of problems as trying to find somewhere that you all will like is hard. The children want plenty of activities to do whilst you and your partner may just want to relax and enjoy a few shows and have a few drinks.

The good news is that holiday parks in the UK are there to supply fun for all the family and provide you with a great value for money family holiday. Many families are holidaying in the UK this year amidst the economic instability we find ourselves in. As such holiday parks around the UK are seeing an increase in popularity and as they provide a great holiday experience, your family can experience it now.

At these holiday parks you will find many things such as funfairs. These are great for kids as there are some fun rides that are safe for younger children while there are some white-knuckle rides for older children and for those young at heart! The Dodgems are also a popular activity for everyone to enjoy as well.

There are usually great water parks to be found there too, wave machines, flumes and water slides all make up the thrilling water parks and it is guaranteed to keep everyone entertained for hours. There are lifeguards poolside so you can feel safe in the knowledge your children are being watched. This also means if you want some time to yourselves then you can at many of the great cafes in the area.

There are always plenty of activities and sports being organised by the holiday parks. Archery, Football and beach sports can be enjoyed under trained supervisors. For older children there are dance lessons, go-karting and fencing so the possibilities for children to enjoy themselves are endless.

Now don’t forget the break is for you as well and it is something the holiday parks don’t forget either. There is plenty for adults to do including amazing shows performed by famous acts including winner and contestant from shows such as “Britain’s Got Talent”. This allows you to sit back and relax and enjoy your holiday and forget about the stresses and strains of modern day life.

Book your holiday park now to ensure you get a place as they are very popular and sell out quickly. They are a great way to entertain the kids and yourself and most importantly, have a great family holiday.…

Understanding and Enjoying the RV Lifestyle

Most people who enjoy the RV lifestyle full time is people, who are retired, have raised their kids and want to travel. Generally these people are people who have lived in the Northern states most of their lives and find that the cold is hard on them as they get older. By enjoying the RV lifestyle full time, it allows them to travel south during the colder months and allow them to go back to where they are from in the summer months and see their family such as kids and possibly grandkids.

Typically these people spend many years thinking, planning, and researching the best way to enjoy the RV lifestyle. It does not however keep their adult children from worrying about them and wondering why they are doing it.

There are preparations that have to be made prior to Enjoying the RV lifestyle full time so that there is no unfinished business or affairs that need to be taken care of and no worries hanging over their heads as they are trying to get adjusted which no matter how much you plan and prepare ahead of time, changing to a full time RV lifestyle is still an adjustment at first. The length of time it takes to get adjusted depends on the couple.

First people need to plan on the best time to retire, make sure they have enough money in the bank and income flow coming in on a regular basis for the future. They need to let their adult children know of the plan. They have to sell their house and buy the right size RV and do so that they do not end up without a place to live after their house is sold and they have purchased their RV.

They need to know what personal belongings to save and take with them, which ones to get rid of and which ones to store. If they are storing any personal items, they have to decide whether to rent a storage facility and if so how to get the money to the facility every month or decide to pay 6 months or a year’s rental of the facility upfront. Or they need to discuss with their adult children or a friend if they can possibly store their items for them.

There is also the safety factor preparation. Typically people who RV full time, will have a certain place they set up both in the winter and the summer months. They also need to make sure there is some way to call people when they get to their traveling destination that they have arrived safely and if they had to use a different spot this year than most in case something happens and they needed to be located urgently. In today’s society, most people would take a cell phone for granted but there are travel locations that cell phone reception may not always be dependable. They may be able to use a cell phone in the area where they are at but there may be more dead spots than if they are in a city setting.…

10 Ways to Save When Travel Booking

A list of ten ways for you to save money the next time you travel. Remember these tips and you could save a ton!

1. Flexibility – Being flexible with the dates you travel can save you money. Traveling on a Tuesday is better than traveling on a Saturday or Sunday or even a Wednesday because these are the days most people tend to travel. And if you can be really flexible, try to travel during an off-season.

2. Early – Book far in advance if possible. If you book a month or so in advance, you’re apt to save.

3. Online – Always book online. Sometimes discounts will be offered for booking online.

4. Subscribe – Subscribe to an airline newsletter or website so that you know about sales before they happen. Often, you can sign up for promotional emails as well. If you sign up for these, the airline will email you with discounts and deals.

5. Package – Book your flight and hotel together. Package deals will save you money.

6. Indirect – Sometimes booking flights that are indirect or connecting flights will save you money. It may take more time to get to your destination but it will be worth saving too.

7. Fees – Make sure you keep an eye on extra fees when booking your flight. More times than not, cheap airfare will be compensated with extra fees.

8. Parking – Avoid driving to the airport and paying to park. Try asking your friend or a family member to drive you. Another option would be to take a transit bus to the airport and parking in their parking lot.

9. Round-trip – Always buy round-trip tickets if you are able. This will save you money as well unless you plan on purchasing your tickets at the last minute.

10. Night – Another way to save is to fly at night. Take the red-eye if you have to.

What you should remember is that, to get great deals, you’ll most likely have to sacrifice something. Take advantage of how the airlines work. When it’s not as popular to travel, it’s most likely the cheapest time to travel.…

Gold Coast Theme Parks – White Water World

If you mention the words “Gold Coast” to anybody in Australia, what springs to mind would be “Gold Coast theme parks”. The area actually has a lot more to offer besides this, but teenagers and children would probably be more interested in a Gold Coast theme park than anything else.

What makes White Water World unique from all of the Gold Coast theme parks is, well, lots of water, of course! White Water World offers a lot of activities for kids, but I have to admit, I also enjoy the rides as much as any kid would, except kids can patiently wait in lines for ages and can climb flights of stairs without getting out of breath.

If you plan on bringing one of your smaller children with you, White Water World offers two areas that are aimed to entertain youngsters. They have a large water play-gym, with an enormous pail that gets filled with water and then flips over every few minutes and soaks anybody who might be underneath it. They also have a shallow pool with water slides that smaller children can safely enjoy.

For your six to ten-year-old, there are several rides that can keep them entertained for hours, including The Little Rippers and The Temple of Huey. The only problem would be calming them down when they realize that they won’t have time to ride ALL of the rides at this Gold Coast theme park in one day.

For thrill-seekers, you can ride The HydroCoaster, The Green Room, and the amusingly-named Wedgie. However, be sure you get a place in line early because the thrill rides get mobbed on hot days.

If you’re taking a break from the rides (or the long lines), you can relax at the wave pool. It’s a non-stressful place to hang out in, and your children will enjoy playing in the waves.

Just a helpful hint to people planning to go on holiday and visit Gold Coast theme parks: try visiting when the school holidays haven’t yet started. Yes, the Gold Coast is especially beautiful in the summer, but there are perks to visiting during the off-peak season; shorter lines, and resort accommodation that is half the regular price. What’s more, Gold Coast theme parks offer unbelievable price discounts. Another great thing about White Water World is that Dreamworld is situated right next to it. If you’re in White Water World outside of the school holidays, they usually have great offers that can get you into both parks for less than you would normally pay to get into just one. If you have to visit during peak season, arrive early and fill up on food. You can’t take any snacks or meals from outside White Water World into the park, and the food there can be expensive. This holds true for most other Gold Coast theme parks as well.

To sum it up, a visit to White Water World promises fun for everyone, but parents should be prepared, as this place will exhaust you. The stairs are particularly challenging, and you might find yourself passing out on your bed as soon as you get home. However, it’s worth it, as there’s nothing like a visit to a great Gold Coast theme park.…