Floating in Mineral-Rich Manitou Lake

I cannot understand how this gem has escaped the radar of beach aficionados. I mean, I will never forget my experience floating in the Dead Sea in Israel, slathering mud all over my body and hair, and basking in the sun, an unforgettable day. Yet I never knew that in the province of Saskatchewan, Canada, at a town called Watrous, is the buoyant waters of Manitou Beach and Little Manitou Lake. Read more »

Blackbeard’s Post at Okracoke Island, NC

The pirate Blackbeard met his death here long ago but the island will likely never let him go, as seen by the stories and sites steeped in his history and adventure. Read more »

Putting on the Ritz in the Cayman Islands

Every time I think of the Cayman Islands, I remember the movie with Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman, doing business and pleasure on the island and regretting both. Fortunately, there are some beautiful deals this year prior to December 31, 2009, that encourage families to take a plunge and try somewhere new without such regrets. Read more »

Wailea Beach, Maui

Shallow waters perfect for young children may be one of the details you’re looking for when considering the best family beaches. This one was voted best beach for the U.S. in 1999. Read more »

Caledesi Island State Park, Voted #1 Beach

Think island and state park together, think protected and beautiful, with the only man-made additions being a snack shop, ranger station, playground, picnic areas, gift store, and marina. Caledesi Island beach has been voted the #1 beach in the U.S. in 2008. Read more »

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