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| When your going out this year during spring break forget about the kennels or getting a dogsitter. Take your furry or feathered friend with you! We have taken the guess work out. All hotels listed are pet friendly, we have inspected the hotels and these came up welcoming your pet just as much as their 2 legged owners. |
| Panama City Beach Florida |
Panama City, Florida is one of the most popular Spring
Break destinations in
thecountry. Spring Breakers and thousands of others visit this city
each year for its incredible beaches and fun-filled atmosphere. Located
on Florida's Gulf Coast, this seaside community features a host of
activities for the entire family. |
| Cancun Mexico |
The whole family is welcome and appreciated in
Cancún. Much thought and preparation
has gone into developing attractions that will be of interest to family
members of all ages. AquaWorld is one such facility. It offers wave
runners, water skiing, windsurfing, catamarans, paddle boats,
sailboats, kayaks, floats and boogie boards. There is even a sub sea
explorer craft with large glass windows built into the sides for
underwater viewing of fish, coral formations, turtles, and other marine
life. There is no excuse not to have fun! Children will also enjoy time
spent at Xcaret, the waterside theme park. |
| Key West |
While it is uncertain whether or not he ever sampled
conch, President Truman often
vacationed in a small house at the naval base located on Key West, and
his reasons for visiting are the same as for today's visitors:
sunshine, relaxation, and beach. Truman's hideaway is open for tours,
adding one more item to the list of fun things to do in Key West. This
small town is perfect for families looking for a great beach holiday in
an interesting and manageable location. |
| Orlando |
What many visitors think of as Orlando, is actually
Lake Buena Vista, the Orlando
suburb that lies at the heart of Disneyworld. Visitors from around the
globe flock to this destination to experience the magic that is Disney
in the form of Animal Kingdom, Fort Wilderness, Epcot, MGM Studios, and
the park that started it all: the Magic Kingdom. Additionally there is
Downtown Disney, three water parks, Pleasure Island, five championship
golf courses, Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex, a
racetrack and restaurants to satisfy anyone’s taste. All of
these wonders have become synonymous with Orlando, and, indeed, have
made the young city of Orlando the world’s most popular
vacation spot. |
| Long Beach |
Long Beach is the perfect spot for people who enjoy the
sun. Sea kayaking, sailing,
windsurfing and jet-skiing are popular year round. Early in the year,
whale watchers observe the migrating California Gray Whale, and
year-round harbor cruises entertain young and old . The
city’s well-designed beachside bike path is ideal for in-line
skating, jogging, bicycling, or a quiet walk. |
| Honolulu |
Waikiki Beach is the center of activity for Hawaii's
biggest industry: tourism. It is one of
the world's greatest resort playgrounds, featuring some of the most
beautiful beaches and hotels in the world. Visitors flock there to
enjoy the sun, the sand, the water, and the incredible nightlife. Besides enjoying the beaches, visitors to Honolulu take tours of the countryside surrounding the downtown area. The tours highlight the beautiful rainforests and fascinating volcanoes. Animal and plant life thrive, and the scenery is unsurpassed. A five-minute ride from Honolulu brings visitors into some of Nature's most awe-inspiring sights. Several museums, including the Bishop Museum, combine exhibits of Hawaiian natural history with lessons about the history and culture of its diverse peoples. |
| South Padre Island, Texas |
South Padre Island is a dream come true for those that
love to play in the water or soar
through the sky. There are several places on the Island to rent
equipment. Jet skis, wave runners, kayaks, and Hobie cats can be rented
for as little as one-half hour or for longer periods of time.
Windsurfing and kiteboarding are also popular water sports on the
Island. There is a wide array of choices for touring the Island by land
or by water. A horseback ride on the beach at sunset is one of several
ways to end a perfect day in the tropics. South Padre Island is the
spot to try those water sports that you have imagined yourself trying
as you sat at home dreaming of a vacation in the sun. |
| Myrtle Beach |
Myrtle Beach offers over 1600 great restaurants that
will please anyone's appetite. You
can eat everything from seafood to sushi with the accompaniment of a
fantastic ocean view. Restaurants serve Italian, French, and American
family style cuisine. The best in seafood, including the spicy,
succulent Calabash variety graces many a buffet. The area is a welcoming destination for golfers, fishermen, shoppers, families, honeymooners and anyone looking for a relaxed, fun-filled vacation. Myrtle Beach and its neighbor, North Myrtle Beach have something for every budget and itinerary. Their antique stores, great furniture stores and outlets, marinas, fishing, water sports, a Nascar track, and an easy-going family atmosphere make visitors want to return year after year. |
| Daytona Beach |
Listen for the thunderous roar of a racecar engine, the
thunderous roar of thousands of
motorcycles or the thunderous roar of numerous college students on
Spring Break. If you hear any or all of the above, you are probably in
Daytona Beach, Florida! Daytona Beach is located on the Atlantic coast in central eastern Florida, only an hour away from busting Orlando. The waters of the Halifax River cut through the middle of the city, running north to south and separating the beaches from the downtown area. |
| Miami Beach |
Miami Beach is a finger of land separating Biscayne Bay
and the Atlantic Ocean,
connected by five causeways to the mainland. At its southern tip is
South Beach, known as the Art Deco District, or SoBe. This 10-block
stretch of Ocean Drive, which fronts South Beach, is one of the most
celebrated ocean fronts in America.The Art Deco District Welcome Center is located there, along with an eclectic mix of chic restaurants, boutiques, delicatessens, produce markets, outdoor cafes and nightclubs. The palm shaded beach side of Ocean Drive in Miami Beach attracts families to its wide, sandy beach and children’s play area. Volleyball, in-line skating on the winding sidewalk, swimming, sunning and water sports are favorite pastimes. Surfside, Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles make up the northern part of “The Beach.” |
