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· Last Minute Labor Day Destinations You Can Drive To Close-To-Home Hideaways Perfect for a Long-Weekend EscapePORTSMOUTH, N.H. (August 21, 2003) - In a recent survey conducted by Hideaways International, 51% of travelers polled revealed they are planning on vacationing close to home this year; and many are waiting until the last minute to make their arrangements. "Traveling in your own back yard makes it easier to plan a trip at the 11th hour," said Hideaways Founder and President Mike Thiel. "And, without the expense of airfare and car rental, your vacation can be more affordable. Of course, it's always possible to make up the difference by splurging on the accommodations or extending the length of the trip." If you waited until the last minute and are now searching for that perfect place to bid farewell to summer, consider a close-to-home hideaway. Here are a few choices from The Hideaways Collection', exceptional lodgings Hideaways has experienced and recommends: THE NORTHEAST MAINE, Brooklin Maine Coast ExperienceTHC is the staging ground for many wonderful adventures in "Down East" Maine. Take a whale-watching trip, fish for lobster, paddle sea kayaks with a registered Maine guide, hike on beautiful outer islands, or just have a relaxing day at the lodge. NEW YORK, New York City The only hotel in the world based on the Dewey Decimal System, The Library HotelTHC makes it possible for you to check into a roomful of books on your favorite subject. The hotel contains over 6,000 volumes spread over 10 floors. Indulge your quest for knowledge of poetry, photography, or the paranormal. VERMONT, Manchester Nestled in the spectacular Green Mountains, The EquinoxTHC, a 2,300-acre resort, is a retreat for sporting activities, cultural events, and designer outlet shopping. Enjoy the resort's championship-quality golf course, The British School of Falconry, The Land Rover Driving School, and dining in the Marsh Tavern, where the "Green Mountain Boys" traded revolutionary ideas. THE SOUTH FLORIDA, Orlando When planning your vacation for the popular hot spots in the Orlando area, why spend your nights at an impersonal hotel when you could enjoy all the comforts of home? Our Florida home partner offers 3- to 7-bedroom homes, each with a completely equipped kitchen, fully screened private pool, living room, and dining room . . . and all within minutes of Disney! GEORGIA, Little St. Simon's Island Located on a 10,000-acre barrier island on the Georgia coast - and accessible only by boat - The Lodge on Little St. Simon's IslandTHC offers a rare combination of complete privacy and Southern hospitality in an unspoiled wilderness for no more than 30 guests. Enjoy seven miles of private beaches, a range of island activities, and regional, home-style cuisine. SOUTH CAROLINA, Pawleys Island Litchfield PlantationTHC is an extraordinary retreat - located at the end of the quarter-mile Avenue of the Live Oaks - on the principal 600 acres of a 1750's South Carolina coastal rice plantation. It has been transformed into a country inn, with truly exceptional accommodations, gourmet dining, and a range of outdoor activities. THE WEST CALIFORNIA, Carlsbad Four Seasons Resort Club AviaraTHC is set on a plateau between California's San Marcos Mountains with fabulous Pacific Ocean views. Golfers can take a swing at the Arnold Palmer signature golf course on-site, while sightseers enjoy the wildlife preserve and Balquitos Lagoon. The Four Season's luxury villas offer home-like retreats in a full resort setting. COLORADO, Aspen Enjoy a private condo in the heart of one of the most cosmopolitan and cultural resorts in the world - Aspen. Our local partner will match you with a condo located at the base of Aspen Mountain, within walking distance from the energy and excitement of downtown. Most lodgings feature a heated swimming pool and hot tub, laundry facilities, fireplaces, and mountain views. UTAH, Park City Nestled amid the aspens and pines, Stein Eriksen LodgeTHC combines alpine splendor and refined accommodations at a perch of 8,200 feet. Summertime activities include golf, tennis, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and fishing within minutes. While there, enjoy the lodge's fitness center, award-winning restaurants, and heated outdoor pool. VILLAS, VILLAS, VILLAS Hideaways has an incredible selection of private homes for rent around the globe. Chances are, they have a home-away-from-home in a place you,d like to visit this Labor Day . . . or anytime. For 25 years, Hideaways International has explored the vacation road less traveled. Hideaways, recommendations for lodgings and destinations are profiled in Hideaways Guide - its Members-magazine - Hideaways newsletter, and Hideaways Insider e-newsletter. For more info, visit Hideaways.com or call 603-430-4433. Media Contact: Kristyn Lak klak@hideaways.com |
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