Taking a camping trip can be a fun and affordable vacation if you enjoy the outdoors and nature. Camping offers your family the opportunity to explore the great outdoors and spend quality time together. There are no televisions, computers or other distractions to take away from family time. State and national parks in the U.S. make camping easier with various…
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Georgia State Parks
Georgia is a beautifully diverse state, tucked into the southeastern coast, that offers a little something for everyone. From the majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the north to the tranquility of Georgia’s southern coastal plains, the 48 unique state parks found across the state are sure to provide a perfect getaway, whatever your interests. Most of Georgia’s…
Scott Parks Wish List For Dallas Schools
Scott Parks is the education columnist for the Dallas Daily News. He had some interesting items on his January 2007 wish list for the Dallas schools. Some are poignant and in dire need. Some are possibilities during this new year. Others are down right wishful thinking without much chance of succeeding, regardless of the need. Here are only a few…
Theme Parks To Visit
Six Flags Theme Parks are located throughout the United States and they offer some of the best family entertainment to be had! Whether you are interested in a water park, an animal park, or an exhilarating ride; with so many theme parks to choose from you are sure to find the thrill of a lifetime! Let’s check out a few…
Travel To Orlando Worlds Beyond Walt S Wildest Wishes
Today’s Orlando conjures images of fabled societies and a well known 2-dimensional mouse; however, the low-lying city near Florida’s Atlantic Coast has done much more to diversify its image since its backwater orange growing days. ‘Worlds’ and ‘Lands’ of the extreme and ultimate fictional reality are interlaced with Florida’s booming tech-science industry and a handful of significant cultural points of…
Water Parks Make A Great Summer Family Outing
Quality family fun is what every parent looks for. And what better way to spend a relaxing day with your family then near the water. That’s why water parks make a great summer family outing. Water parks have plenty of entertainment to offer including all kinds of water rides, arcades, outdoor games like miniature golf and go carts, and good…
Florida State Parks
Florida State Parks are some of the greatest in the nation because of the diverse beauty found throughout the state. The 159 state parks in Florida offer a variety of activities, including hiking, camping, fishing, horseback riding, boating, and cultural and historic exhibitions. At some of Florida’s state parks visitors can even enjoy snorkeling and diving in the crystal waters…
Picking The Perfect National Park For Your Vacation
There are so many decisions that go into choosing a vacation destination. When it involves more than just you and your friend or significant other, it seems to get even more complicated. Short and even family vacations should not drive you to drink or pulling all your hair out. These are just a few tips to help you make your…
30 Years In Themed Entertainment Blooloop Talks To Nick Farmer
In November 2007, Nick Farmer will become the first European President of the TEA (formerly the Themed Entertainment Association), a post to which he was unanimously elected. Farmer has 30 years experience of working for theme parks, amusement parks, aquariums, zoos, science centres and other leisure destinations. He advises clients on park, story and brand development and new attraction planning…
Urban Mountain Biking Slick City Riding For City Slickers
While mountain biking is typically associated with the cyclists pitting their reflexes, strength, and athletic abilities against some of the world’s most treacherous back country wildernesses, deserts, and canyons, there is a new breed of mountain biker–the city dweller. Urban mountain biking may be the next big thing in sports. Where To Go Urban Mountain Biking One place where urban…