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Perfect Vacation Source Invites You to Enjoy Hawaii’s Splendor

February 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Tropical sunsets, palm trees, waterfalls, mountains – Hawaii is paradise and The Perfect Vacation Source wants you to experience its majesty. With The Perfect Vacation Source family friendly prices, traveling to Hawaii can become a family tradition.

Visitors to Hawaii report that the state is very family friendly. The Hawaiian word for “children” is keiki – think of how much fun your keiki will have learning to surf, playing in waterfalls or snorkeling in the azure water of the island. And because The Perfect Vacation Source offers members the lowest available price at the time of booking, visiting Hawaii has never been easier.

The island of Kauai is the oldest of the islands, and Perfect Vacation Source notes that Kauai is also one of the wettest spots on the planet with an annual average rainfall of 460 inches. Hundreds of the island’s inhabitants are wild chickens, descended from the earliest settlers. Because of the lack of predators, the chickens wander freely around the island. The Perfect Vacation Source also suggests visiting Kauai and trying to spot the area where the iconic M*A*S*H* opening sequence was filmed.

Travel professionals at The Perfect Vacation Source recommend visiting Molokai, noted by the Roman Catholic Church as the site of religious miracles that were verified and confirmed by the Vatican. The Kalaupapa Colony is only one of the two sites in the United States where a Catholic Saint resided and performed miracles. The tallest point of the island is Kamakou on East Molokai, which is 4,970 feet above sea level. Perfect Vacation Source members enjoy the low prices, so you can see the other sights in this historic area, while saving money.

The island of Lanai is known as the Pineapple Island because the island used to be a pineapple plantation. Interestingly enough, The Perfect Vacation Source notes the island itself is privately owned by David H. Murdock. Murdock purchased Castle and Cooke/Dole Foods, which had previously owned the island. There are no traffic lights on Lanai and no shopping malls either. However, for a one-time fee, hotel guests enjoy unlimited rides on buses that go between the hotels and the ferry. The Perfect Vacation Source recommends renting bicycles and off-road vehicles when you visit Lanai.

The Perfect Vacation Source suggests that members visit the beautiful island of Maui because it’s an excellent spot for whale watching. From December to early May humpback whales call Maui home. Traveling 3,000 miles of ocean in less than ninety days, the gentle giants migrate from the Gulf of Alaska to Hawaii for breeding and birthing in the islands’ warm water. The Perfect Vacation Source recommends that members keep their eyes open for whale pods, which are small groups of several adults, or groups of mothers and calves. Other places of interest include Haleakala National Park, which has a dormant volcano and Front Street that offers a broad variety of food and entertainment. Also, says The Perfect Vacation Source, Maui hosts the finish of the Vic-Maui Yacht Race.

Oahu is the most populous of the islands and its nickname is “The Gathering Place.” The island is forty-four miles long and 30 miles across. Oahu’s Mount Ka’ala is the highest mountain 4,025 feet above sea level. Here’s a fun fact about the island from The Perfect Vacation Source:  Lost, Hawaii 5-0, Magnum P.I., Jurassic Park and Forgetting Sarah Marshall were all filmed in Oahu. And if you choose to visit the island via cruise ship, the Perfect Vacation Source will find you the lowest price available to make the cruise more affordable.

Hawaii is called “The Big Island” both to separate the island itself from the state, but also because with an area of 4,028 square miles it is bigger than all of the other islands combined – and it’s still growing. Because Mauna Loa and K’lauea are active volcanoes, lava flows have added 543 acres between January 1983 and September 2002.

Finally, The Perfect Vacation Source suggests that visitors enjoy a favorite food of the locals, Spam musubi. Spam musubi is a uniquely Hawaiian snack consisting of a Japanese onigiri, or rice ball, with a slice of cooked spam on it and wrapped with nori, or dried seaweed.

For more information about experiencing the ultimate vacation from The Perfect Vacation Source, visit them online at www.perfectvacationsource.com

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Saving Money on Your Next Camping Trip

October 7, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Are you planning a camping trip in the near future?  Whether it’s a family vacation, camping trip or just a romantic getaway, it’s likely that you have concerns about the costs. And though camping is usually assumed to be an affordable recreational activity, it is still possible for camping to get expensive.  So if you are planning a camping trip, but want to keep the costs to a minimum, you need to read these tips.

When it comes to saving money on your next camping trip, there are several approaches that you can take. One possibility is to consider how you plan to camp. For example, will you stay in a recreational vehicle or will you camp in a tent?  As comfortable as RV camping is, it can be quite expensive. Gasoline costs add up quickly for an RV, since it’s not as efficient as a car or even a pickup.  If you are considering the purchase of a recreational vehicle, it is important to know that tent camping is much cheaper than buying an RV or even renting one.

Another way to save money is to carefully buy the camping equipment.  If you have previously camped, you may already have most of the needed camping equipment, like tents, sleeping bags, and coolers.  If you do need to purchase equipment, search for discount camping stores or find a sale at a department store.  You may even be able to borrow some of the more expensive camping equipment items from a friend or a family member.

And don’t forget that standard equipment will likely be adequate. You’ll want to purchase a waterproof tent that is large enough to be comfortable, but the design shouldn’t have to matter.  If you are set on buying a fancy tent or sleeping bag, you might be able to save a large amount of money by going with standard items instead.  Buying used camping equipment will also be much more cheaper. Great finds can be had at yard sales or go online to find items at auction websites.

Consumable supplies that you will need for your next camping trip include food, snacks, and drinks. Given enough advance planning, you can watch grocery store sale flyers and begin stocking up on supplies that you will need. Most chips, cookies, crackers, frozen meats and drinks will stay good for at least several months.  So buy these items on sale and then store them away for your camping trip. This will ensure that you save a considerable amount of money on your vacation.

Another one of the many ways that you can save money on your next camping trip is by researching options to explore campground parks. In the United States, you can find an unlimited number of campground parks to choose from. Selecting a less expensive, more affordable campground park is a great way to save money on your next trip. Usually the more access to activities like boating, fishing, swimming and hiking that a campsite offers, the more costly it will be.

These are just a few ways to save money on your next vacation.

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Purchasing the Perfect Fishing Boat

September 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment

The weatherman has predicted a beautiful day. It’s almost sunrise and the air is crisp. When your alarm goes off you rise, pack your tackle box, grab your pole and stop by the corner market to purchase some worms. On the way to the fishing dock you daydream about owning the perfect fishing boat and taking off across the lake for the day.  Here are some easy tips for finding and purchasing the perfect fishing boat – and experiencing your dream turning into reality!

Before you begin, you should have a clear understanding of why you want to own a fishing boat, and what you will use it for. Obviously the boat will be enjoyed for fishing, but do you want to fish on ocean saltwater, or on freshwater lakes? Will you just be making daytime trips or do you plan to stay overnight? If you do plan to stay in your boat overnight, make sure to purchase a boat with a hull which will allow you to ride the waves comfortably and safely.

A good buying plan will also include a clear understanding of your budget. Boats can be extremely expensive items. Sit down and take a comprehensive look at your finances and know what you can afford — before you start shopping for a boat. Boats with hulls for overnight stays and rough waters are obviously more expensive than small boats for small lakes. It’s wise to know your budget before beginning to look, and to stick with it.

You should read and completely understand the boat warranty fully before signing on the dotted line. A warranty can be your best friend or it can be your worst nightmare. Choose a reputable dealer who will offer you adequate coverage in the event of a defect or problem with your boat. You don’t want to end up having to pay huge amounts to fix your boat because you forgot to check out the warranties!

It’s also important that your boat comes with the proper certification. The National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA ) is an organization that tests and certifies boats that are manufactured by various companies. The NMMA only certifies those boats that pass their rigorous testing and a certification offered by the NMMA will give you the assurance of quality construction.

Also, just like automobiles, boats must be registered. This will cost money, so you should research this and be ready to purchase the license. And then to finalize your preparations and push off from the dock, don’t forget to stock your boat with life jackets, brand new fishing gear, food and a cooler for snacks and refreshments. And then go do some fishing!

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