2011 TOP 5 Best Places to Spend Your Summer Vacation

In this article, I share my top five picks for the best places to vacation.

5.Kalahari Resorts
4.The Grand Canyon
3.Hawaii
2.Bahamas Island
1.Disney Land

5. Kalahari Resorts make the list at number five (5). This resort has three locations in America (Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, Fredericksburg, Virginia and Sandusky, Ohio). There is special dining for couples like the Couple's Romantic Wine Dinner. There, of course, is family dining at places such as: Great Karoo. The Great Karoo will be sure to feed everyone's craving with items ranging from its own Great Karoo burger, steak, ribs, salads, wraps, and even chicken tenders. There is a spa for adults to relax. While the adults are relaxing, kids can enjoy themselves at the Candy Hut. After everybody finishes their "me time," the family can come together to enjoy one of the world's best waterpark.

A trip to bring the entire family together for fun deserves a spot on the list. That is why Kalahari Resort is the 5^th best place to visit for summer vacation!


4. The Grand Canyon is the 4^th best place to visit for summer vacation. This more than just "a bunch of rocks" national park boasts a beautiful view of the river; an education experience; and great family fun. Guests can take varied river trips (with a permit) or enjoy one of the hiking trails. Once the day of adventure is done relax at one of the many hotels near the Grand Canyon or at one of the eight (8) lodges on the Grand Canyon. In the lodges, per grandcanyonlodges.com, guests 16 and under "stay free in the same room with a paying adult." The history and scenery of the Grand Canyon makes it number four (4) on the list for best places in America to vacation!

3.3. Hawaii makes the list at number three for the best places to vacation. As winter is here, in America, Hawaii is boasting comfortable temperatures in

 the 70s. As summer approaches, the temperatures will get even warmer. From water adventures to horseback riding there is sure to be something for everybody. Hawaii is also the best place to learn to surf. In regards to dining, as the kids are feasting on local favorites, adults can enjoy a cocktail. Watching the sunset from one of Hawaii's many resorts will sure to bring a memorable experience.

A vacation that makes life-long memories makes Hawaii the third best place to vacation!

2.2. Bahamas Calm waters and cooling tradewinds have rightfully earned The Bahamas an international reputation for sailing, with regattas and races held year-round. The islands are actually the birthplace of the Gulf Stream, a phenomenon that also accounts for their astonishing variety and abundance of marine life. Legendary gamefish draw sport fisherman in search of the "big one," and more than 50 international fishing records have been set in these waters. The great writer / fisherman Ernest Hemingway considered the Bahamian island of Bimini a home. The same conditions that make these islands so amenable to sailors and fisherman draw visitors to the vast and diverse underwater parks. With more than 5% of the planet's reef mass, The Bahamas offer inexhaustible pleasures and challenges to snorkelers and divers. The natural beauty of the water extends to the thousands of miles of shoreline, which has some of the world's most stunningly beautiful and unsullied beaches. From the pink sands of Harbour Island and Eleuthera to the deserted strands of the Exumas and San Salvador, there is a lifetime of beaches to experience. Further inland are gardens and National Parks with rare and endangered species, such as the exotic Abaco Parrot and the Bahamian Iguana. Although The Bahamas are as diverse and numerous as the days of the year, the reassuring unifier is the charm and hospitality of its people. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism offers a People-to-People programme; an opportunity for visitors to experience a genuine and informal taste of Bahamian hospitality and culture. Volunteers holding interests similar to yours give you a taste of Bahamian life and potentially a lifelong friendship.  Bahamians will be more than happy to introduce you to the richness of their history, folklore, culture and cuisine  Over a succulent dish of cracked conch and guava duff, you'll hear tales about the nefarious pirate Blackbeard and the mysterious blue holes of Andros. They'll tell you about the original Eleutheran Adventurers, the playful the Junkanoo troupes.  You can start exploring the Islands of the Bahamas by using the clickable map.. Please sign our guest book and let us know what you think, share some stories of the Bahamas, or leave a hot tip. You can also read the tales of other readers on our Bahamas Browser's Page. Finally, we hope that this presentation convinces you to leave that computer screen behind and come visit us in person. 

1.. Disney World makes the list at number one for the best place to vacation. Relax and dine at one of Disney's many resorts. For the water lover in the family, Disney has two waterparks in Disney's Blizzard

 Beach and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon. For the "Hollywood" lover, Disney offers Disney's Hollywood Studios. Disney's Hollywood Studios offers a behind-the-scenes look at some of Hollywood's best shows. Guests can even get in on the action with new attractions such as: The American Idol Experience. At Disney's Epcot, guests can take a ride on the Test Track; honor the Late, Great Michael Jackson by watching Captain EO; and eat at one of the many dining facilities. At Disney's Magic Kingdom, guests can enjoy the magic, innovation and entertainment of Disney. The princess in the family will enjoy Cinderella's Castles. The family can cool off on the Jungle Cruise and Liberty Square Riverboat. The Animal lover in the family will enjoy Disney's Animal Kingdom. Disney's Animal Kingdom has the world's most exotic animals. The something for everybody atmosphere of Disney World propels it to number one on the list for best places to vacation!