Archive for July, 2010
Our lovely 2 bedroom 2 bath townhome vacation rental is on the newly renovated Makai golf course with sweeping views of the ocean and mountains. For more information please go to www.kauaisunsetcondo.com Mahalo
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Visit http://www.baldheadisland.com/visit/specials_and_packages.aspx for discounted vacation rentals, golf packages and more. From natural wonders to rich historical drama, Bald Head Island, NC offers vacationers a distinctive maritime world awaiting discovery.
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Regency 620 at Poipu Kai Resort. Visit http://www.greatvacationretreats.com to book. Large 2 bedroom + loft Poipu condo, just a 6 minute walk from Brennecke beach or Shipwreck beach. Poipu beach park is an 8 minute walk away.
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*Beachfront* Vacation Rental at Sunset Beach-Oahu!
The charming village of Duck, North Carolina is a perfect vacation destination. Duck, NC offers beautiful, clean beaches, a bike & walking path and an impressive catalogue of wonderful boutique shops and restaurants.
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http://www.NaikanHouse.com
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CONGRATULATIONS! You’ve discovered one of the most private, stunning Hollywood Hills, luxury vacation homes anywhere in LA
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WHAT IS NAIKAN HOUSE?
The Naikan House is a completely private sanctuary, quietly nestled in the Hollywood Hills. Experience a calming balance incorporating both the beauty of nature with todays essential conveniences. Naikan (pronounced nye-kahn) presents you with many gifts, including exquisite Japanese gardens, amazing and inspiring views, time and space for both inner reflection and community with friends.
Naikan (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naikan) is a Japanese practice that blends meditation and gratitude; Meaning inner observation, the focus is on what is, rather than what was or what might have been.
With a welcoming spirit and an intuitive energy, Naikan has been home to many artisans, writers, designers, actors and modern-day craftspeople. Perfectly suited to individual reflection or friendly gatherings, the Naikan location is youre inviting yet private, flexible, and secure oasis in the sky, away from the busy city life below. Throw the glass doors open to the fresh breezes with total privacy, blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors, thanks to the perfect southern California climate.
The Naikan House was originally built as a temple for the Yamashiro craftsmen who made the Bernheimer brothers dreams come to life. You will feel a sense of calm and peacefulness the instant you step through the gate. This is intrinsic to The Naikan House as part of its rich history. Dreams do come true.
Today, the fully-furnished Naikan House retains strong Asian influences in both architecture and character, yet is also very much at home in the 21st century with high-tech innovation. Considering all of the amenities listed below, you wont want to leave The Naikan House and you dont have to. Enjoy healthy, nutritious food from Comfort Zone or fresh sushi from Yamashiro delivered right to your door. Because Naikan House has contracted with world-famous Green Bliss Eco Spa, roll out the welcome mat for your private Yoga instructor or masseuse before you head to your own private box seats at the Hollywood Bowl to enjoy music under the stars. When its time to retire, pull the blackout shades on your windows and enjoy restful, uninterrupted sleep, night or day. Weekly maid service keeps The Naikan House immaculate.
OVERALL
• 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Split-Level Japanese-Inspired Home
• 1 Bedroom Studio Apartment with Kitchen, Full Bath with Private Entrance and Patio Gardens
• Full Office Suite Available – Complete with Wireless Internet, Fax, Phone and Copy Center
• Japanese Gardens, Jacuzzi, Steam Room, Dry Sauna, Views, Privacy
• Secluded Yet Within Walking Distance to Kodak Theater, Yamashiro, Magic Castle,
Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Boulevard and Manns Graumans Chinese Theater,
Hiking in Runyon Canyon, Clubs, Restaurants, Studios, Shopping.
EXTERIOR
• 7 Outdoor Decks/Patios with Extensive Landscape Lighting and Panoramic City and Canyon Views
• 6 Person Hot Tub and Outdoor Shower, Under a Galaxy of Stars
• 6 Person Steam Room Equipped with LED Lighting and Sound System
• 6 Person Dry Sauna With Private Garden Views and cooling shower and 2 Outdoor
Rain Showers
• All this in a Exquisite Japanese Gardens Including Private Living Room Deck for Entertaining or Relaxation/Yoga/Massage Under the Canopy of a Stately Gingko Tree
The Naikan House location offers you the best of both worlds: timeless reflection and relaxation or literally, just steps away, all of the adventure and excitement that the legendary cites of Hollywood and Los Angeles have to offer.
Ginkgo tree is the center of the house
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Yoga:
http://www.solpoweryoga.com/
Eco Spa
http://www.greenblissecospa.com/
Fresh Gourmet Comfort Zone
http://www.zonehealthy.com/
Yamashiro:
http://www.yamashirorestaurant.com/
Runyon Canyon:
http://www.modernhiker.com/2007/08/16/hiking-runyon-canyon/
Hollywood Bowl:
http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/index.cfm
Hollywood Boulevard:
http://www.seeing-stars.com/Streets/HollywoodBlvd.shtml
Kodak Theater
http://www.kodaktheatre.com/
The World Famous Magic Castle
http://www.magiccastle.com/
Manns Graumans Chinese Theatre
http://www.manntheatres.com/chinese/
Universal Studios
http://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/
www.HollywoodHillsRental.com, www.ZenHollywood.com, www.HollywoodHillsZenHideaway.com, www.info@naikanhouse.com, www.NaikanHouseHollywood.com, www.NaikanHollywood.com
For more information, please call Peter Vracko at 1-323-801-0022 or visit www.NaikanHouse.com
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Swim and snorkel with a myriad of sea life within our protected outer reef. Play on the adjacent sandy beach. Observe whales, dolphins and turtles from your spacious private lanai. Bask in the sun, read that book you’ve been meaning to start, or simply snooze away the day, while listening to the crashing waves breaking in front of our perfectly manicured front lawn.
QUIET, PRIVATE, SOLAR HEATED POOL!!!
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I’m looking to rent a condo for 2-3 weeks in Sydney, Australia this summer (or near Bondi Beach).
I’m looking for a modern place with a great view.
What are some good sites to look for places to rent?
Thanks!
www.realestate.com.au is the biggest site – it has a holiday section – http://www.realholidays.com.au
another one is http://www.rent-a-home.com.au
Alright so I work at a high class restaurant as a waitress and earn a decent salary. For the past 4 months or so a real live millionare has been coming to the restaurant and I have been lucky enough to serve him 6 out of 9 times!
He always tells me I am very beautiful, and the last time I served him he asked me out on a date! Since then we have gone on several dates, and we are basically exclusive. I have been to his mansion and it’s so gorgeous, I can’t even describe it in words.
The only problem is he is 86 and I am 25. I am obviously not physically attracted to him, and I don’t like it when he touches me AT ALL, but his house is amazing and he has so many cars, he also has vacation homes in Hawaii, and also one in Manhattan. I would never have to waitress, or work at all ever again! He is 86, so he really can’t live too much longer can he? I mean, if I actually get seriously involved with him, we are already a couple.
Some of my girlfriends found out about our dates and they are gossiping and they are avoiding my calls and texts. How can I trick them and convince them I am not a gold digger? I want to have friends again and I want them to stop judging me and acting like stupid bitches.
Any help would be appreciated!
Why do you care about the stupid bitches? Once your married and wealthy, you can buy new girlfriends.
A friend and I are looking to open a Jet ski rental business in either Miami, Florida or Honolulu, Hawaii. My question is are there Marinas or areas that we could rent from along the Beach without paying a lease, and if not, how might we go about finding land along the beach to Lease and operate from.
THANKS
I’m glad to see that you want to work for yourselves, but NOBODY is going to give you space without a lease. Especially in the high rent areas that you want to operate in. Then once you’ve resolved the space issue, be ready for the HIGH cost of insurance for the watercrafts and liability. It’s a very risky business to operate. There are also permits, license fees, storage, security of your watercrafts, etc. Then you’ll need at least a dozen watercrafts to even look like a business. At $12k per unit you’d be looking at $150k just for the rides. I wish you a lot of luck. Few of these businesses actually make it to the second year of business due to the high cost of doing business and the risks/damages done to the crafts.
I own a vacation condo in Puerto Rico and want to advertise it for free. What is the best free classifieds or other free websites for advertising a condo for vacation rental?
One of my friend suggested me http://www.albiavilla.com They offered me all facilities including villas that had all amenities, by the way Bali is really a wonderful place with lush green flora.
okay so I live in Hawaii and I’m on vacation in washington and i’m going home on the 27th. anyways i think i have a bacterial eye infection, and i wanted to see a doctor but i don’t know if they’ll accept my insurance…it’s HMSA…does anyone know if they will accept it and if not will it be expensive? or do you know any home remedies that will help?
please help me!
I was in a Vermont hospital last week for a broken arm. Nice staff, very helpful. Try to contact a Hawaii staff member to help you. http://www.communityhospitalcenter.com/Hawaii-Hospitals.html
Maui Oceantfront Condo in Kihei,1 BR 1BA, 750 s.f fully furnished, walk to the sandy Beach from the unit. Also 7 Privately owned vacation rental homes in multiple islands of Hawaii. Fully furnished and all amenities including free high speed internet, full kitchens, oceanfront locations just steps to the water. Please visit our website at www.hawaiiwego.com
7 Privately owned vacation rental homes in multiple islands of Hawaii. Fully furnished and all amenities including free high speed internet, full kitchens, oceanfront locations just steps to the water. Please visit our website at http://hawaiiwego.com/maui-condo-rental
http://www.vrbo.com/23260
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Beautiful large one bedroom PLUS den lives like a full two bedroom unit. Very rare (one of only 4) ADA adaptable ground floor units at Maui Kamaole, Kihei’s premiere condominium complex. F-107 is located in a lush tropical setting in the quiet and newest cluster completed in 2001. Close, easy level access from parking stall. Extra wide doors will accomodate a wheel chair. Master bath is a dream! There is a charming courtyard off the master bedroom accessed by a French Door. The den functions as a second sleeping area or office or both and has a full bath close by. The spacious front lanai is private and peaceful with a feeling of your very own backyard. F-107 is smartly decorated and ready for vacation rental or full time occupancy. This has been a very popular unit in vacation rental and has a strong rental history.
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Maui Kamaole, Unit M209 is a two bedroom luxury condo located in sunny Kihei (sunniest area in Maui). Maui Kamaole is a low-rise townhouse style complex directly across from Kamaole III Beach and borders Wailea. This unit is in immaculate condition. Maui Kamaole is a true reflection of Maui paradise offering peaceful privacy and a beautiful tropical landscaped setting of tropical flowers, plants and palm trees.
With just a short, 25 minute drive from Kahului airport, Maui Kamaole is situated between world class beaches, golf courses, restaurants, shopping, diving and snorkeling. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder why Maui is a family paradise.
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A Three Master Bedroom Vacation Rental on the Golf Course at Princeville Resort, Kauai.
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For more information: http://www.vrbo.com/67254
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For more information, contact:
Lynda Gill
808-346-0056
Pacific Ocean Properties
Resort Living At Its Finest! This three bedroom three bath two story home is tucked away in a quiet culdesac at the prestigious neighborhood of Bayview at the Poipu Kai Resort. Poipu Kai amenities offer tennis, pool with Jacuzzi, 24 hour security and cable. Location is everything with this corner lot; you have an interior track location and are near the Poipu Kai green belt which leads straight to the Grand Hyatt in one direction or Brenneckes Beach in the opposite direction. This home is perfect to be a full time residence or live in it part time and vacation rent out the rest of the year. Property is located in the visitor destination area and short term vacation rentals are allowed. You will first notice the lush landscaping of the 11,608 square foot lot. Once inside youll see the fine appointments this home has to offer which include; Brand new carpeting Air Conditioners in Bedrooms Kitchen Remodel Downstairs Bathroom Remodel New Windows and Slider Doors Custom Window Treatments Huge Master Suite Lanai Master Suite Skylight with Retractable Shade Covering Outdoor Shower Attached Garage
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Enjoy the aloha of Maui while staying in beautiful Kihei Hawaii 3 blocks up from Kamaole III beach, one of a string of beautiful sunny beaches along the coast very near the resort area of Wailea. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, you can look out toward the South Pacific or upcountry toward Haleakela National Park & Volcano.
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Sanibel & Captiva Island, FL
Book your next Florida Beach Vacation on Sanibel Island or Captiva Island in a condo with a beachfront view. All of our privately owned Sundial Condos are fully equipped, one bedroom or two bedrooms. Rent directly for the owner and save. A Sanibel Condo or a Captiva Condo in Florida are the perfect choice for your paradise vacation whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family trip, a honeymon or a relaxing beach vacation.
To learn more about this property, visit the listing:
http://www.resortsandlodges.com/lodging/usa/florida/southwest/sanibel-and-captiva-island-vacation-rentals.html
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For more information about this Hawaii vacation rental: http://www.vrbo.com/67254
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Unit 219 at Honokeana CoveA friend and I are looking to open a Jet ski rental business in either Miami, Florida or Honolulu, Hawaii. My question is are there Marinas or areas that we could rent from along the Beach without paying a lease, and if not, how might we go about finding land along the beach to Lease and operate from.
THANKS
What you need to do is to contact the owner of the beach and explain what you need and what kind of funds you have to work with. They will set up some kind of arrangement with you. If you don’t know who owns the beach then contact the city and they will help you.
I have a condo in Palm Springs California that I rent out to vacationers. If I rent to someone on a ONE month lease agreement, and they refuse to leave at the end of the lease, do I need to file an unlawful detainer lawsuit?
call the police they are trespassers. They knew going in that it was only for a month. This is not a permanent residence.
Hi I found a hawaii mumu in the thrift store today. It does not say who made it, It simply has a tag that says "made in hawaii" and a size tag that says "medium" I have a theory that items tagged this way date back to the 60′s but I am not sure. I know mumus of this age are very often found in good condition due to the fact people buy them on vacation, and never wear them again when they get home.
I am collecting several mumu thrift store treasures for my trip and it would be cool if I found a way to tell how old they are. Any hints and tips?
In the 60′s most of the Mumus from Hawaii were made of Polished Cotton, in fairly Bright Colors….much prettier than most you see today, and yes they were marked Small, Medium and Large….but they really "felt" good, when you put them on! Been there and done that! Very popul;ar in 1969 to 1971 or 1972!
Waikiki Shore 2161 Kalia Rd #400 Honolulu, HI 96815 – 2 bedrooms 2 baths sleeps up to 8 with additional roll-away beds. Call Tracy 925-202-1915
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Arnotts Lodge in Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii offers the budget traveler affordable accomodations. This hostel located minutes from Hilo airport and situated right on the coastline, boasts tent grounds, dorm rooms, shared suites and private bungalows. Other amenities include a movie room with over 300 titles, bicycle rentals, vending machines, laundry, computers, wifi and numerous sightseeing and adventure tours. See Mauna Kea, experience an active volcano or hike the lush Hamakua Coast. Enjoy it all at Arnotts Lodge!
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This ultra superior, completely remodeled, one bedroom-one bath, air conditioned unit is not only one of the nicest condos on West Maui, but offers you fantastic direct ocean views from your over sized private lanai.
Living room has queen sofa sleeper, cozy dinette set, ceiling fan and flat screen cable tv/dvd/vcr complete with surround sound.
Kitchen is fully equipped with all new stainless steel gourmet appliances, open cupboards with indirect lighting, granite counter tops, and much more!!!
washer-dryer in unit.
Bedroom has a plush king size bed with 2nd flat screen cable tv/dvd player.
Bathroom has one of a kind walk-in glass block shower.
FREE local telephone & parking. FREE high speed internet access!!! non-smoking unit!!!
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Blue nui is a kauai vacation rental in hanalei on the north shore of Kauai. Just a 5 minute walk to Hanalei Bay beach with gorgeous views. To find out more, go to http://www.kauai-vacation-rentals.com/vacationrentals/hanalei/blu_nui.htm
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4 Miles from Walt Disney World – Orlando Florida Vacation Rental Villa – Low Discount Prices – Close to Universal Studios and Sea World – Fully Furnished and Equipped – Private Pool Home – Free Gas BBQ Grill – Free Internet – Free Phone Long Distance – Children Welcome – Villa Equipped with Stroller, High Chair, Crib and Pool Safety Alarm – Last Minute Specials – Best Prices
WEBSITE LINK:
http://www.floridavillas2000.com/gallery.html
TOLL-FREE for Rental Info: 1-877-267-8297
DISNEY WORLD Only 4 Miles
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For more information, contact:
Yvonne Summerfield R PB
808-346-7251
Yvonne Summerfield Premier Kauai Real Estate
UNIQUE OFFERING IN POIPU KAI RESORT With Beautiful Ha’upu Mountain Views 3 bed/ 2 bath with 2 car garage in Makanui Complex -Free standing house & garage with the benefits of being in a condo association. This unit is large enough to live in permanently or continue the Vacation Rental program with Parrish Kauai. Average daily rental of $ 300 per night. ** Walking distance to Grand Hyatt Resort and Shipwreck Beach **Very Spacious room sizes of the following dimensions: Master Bedroom- 14’2 x 14’8 Bedroom 2- 11’2 x 14’7 Bedroom 3 – 11’8 x 12’3 * Italian Porcelain Tile throughout of 20′x 20′ squares * Kitchen Enlarged & Remodeled -Granite counter tops, Kohler stainless sink and faucet -De Wills custom cabinets -All new appliances and upgraded electrical wiring *Wet Bar replaced with De Wills custom cabinets and granite counter top * Both Bathrooms Upgraded with: -Tile showers with safety bars – Double Corian Sinks with De Wills Cabinet – Moen sink and shower faucets – New Shower doors – New American Standard Toilets * New Ceiling Fans in all rooms * New Sliding door screens to lanai * New Sliding window in Dining area * New energy saving water heater * New garage door opener * New drapes in master bedroom room darkening feature Amenities include tennis courts and swimming pool and Poipu Kai Resort privileges.
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Bring your family for an amazing vacation on the North Shore of Oahu at Sunset Beach. A block above world famous Sunset Beach, Oahu. Views of numerous famous surfing breaks along the 7 mile miracle of surfing. Easy walk to the beach. Whale watching from the kitchen bar. Pool, hot tub. 4 Bed room. Sleeps 12 to 16. Equipped with chefs kitchen, beach toys for kids, bikes, internet, cable TV, ping pong table. This is not your typical beach rental. This is a beautiful, custom built home in a private, quiet neighborhood. It has been a location for photo shoots, weddings, and many family gatherings. The spring and summer months offer tranquil, warm beach days with calm water for swimming and diving. The winters attract the worlds best surfers to the best waves on earth. The price has been reduced to $5000/week plus tax and cleaning. Try sleeping 12 people in style for this price in Waikiki. If you want bars, traffic, shopping, entertainment, go to Honolulu. If you want beautiful, empty beaches, choice of a handful of great restaurants, great golf and surf, all in a quiet country setting, come to the North Shore of Oahu. This is our home. We built it, we are proud of it, and we know you will enjoy yourself. It is 40 minutes from the airport in your rental car. Stop at Costco on the way and save a bundle in food expenses that you would pay at restaurants in Honolulu. When you get to our home you won’t want to leave. Our air is clean, no vog as you’ll find on the Big Island, no crowds like on Maui. The North Shore is a wonderful experience where you don’t need to buy your fun. Fun is all around you and it is free. We offer a list of many things to do that wont cost a dime, just a pair of sneakers and a bottle of water. Beautiful? Elvis owned a home here, Lost is filmed here, Jack Johnson was inspired here, Blue Crush was filmed here, 50 1st Dates filmed here, many others. This is a comfortable, unique, and inspiring home in a location that will seep into your soul with memories that will always tug at you to come back. Your kids will remember this vacation forever. visit our website at www.theoahuvilla.com Aloha.
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www.WoodwardCrossings.com 2 Vacation Rentals on 45 Scenic Acres in Central PA. Nestled among majestic Appalachian mountain ranges you’ll find Woodward Crossings with rolling fields, a pond , astounding views, Pine Creek and the pure and simple beauty of nature enveloping the valley you will find the ultimate destination for respite, relaxation and refreshment. Located 1 mile from Woodward Sports Camp, 5 miles from Penns Creek at Coburn and 29 miles from Penn State University.
Our grounds provide open fields and woods for walking, bird watching, kite flying, wildlife observation, stargazing, fishing, picnicking and leisure. Made available for your enjoyment is wood for the campfire rings, picnic areas, and propane gas grills.
At the top of the hill is Camp Roundtop. Youll find this tastefully decorated unit with a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms with queen-sized beds and a living room to be a private and scenic escape near the gazebo.
Whether you visit Woodward Crossings to relax and enjoy nature or choose to gather with family and friends, you are sure to find accommodations and offerings to meet your needs.
For your convenience many Getaway Packages are offered. A few of them are the Fishing Package, Cycling Package, several Amish Packages, Desperate Housewives Relaxation Getaway, Geocaching Package, Its Just Our Nature Package, and our most popular the Celebrate Romance Package.
At the end of your day you will want to cozy up in our Hidden Pond Suite.
The Hidden Pond Suite is the side entrance of the Guest Lodge. A living room with a fireplace, a Victoria Rose bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio provides a wonderful getaway and a beautiful view of Roundtop.
Roundtop is the stately mountain part of the Bald Eagle State Forest.
These mountains are wonderful for driving, exploring, hiking, biking, cross country skiing and snowmobiling.
Our Gazebo rests in the shadow of Roundtop Mountain.
At the base of the hill is the Guest Lodge.
The Pine Creek Suite is the front entrance, boasting 2000 sq. ft.
A fully equipped kitchen will seat up to 8 persons. The 4 spacious bedrooms, with queen sized beds and double door closets lends for convenience by day and comfort by night. Also provided are 2 full bathrooms. You will find Pine Creek Suite a great place for fun and fellowship—Inside or Out!
Hugged by the Mountains, Cuddled by the Countryside and Kissed by Nature, you wll find the Tastefully Simple Ambiance of Woodward Crossings a well deserved retreat.
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This is a Sims 2 Walkthrough of te new expansion pack Sims 2 Bon voyage. Enjoy!
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Unit 116 at Honokeana CoveI live in southern CA and have vacationed many times on the beaches here, as well as northern Californa, Hawaii and Mexico. I love the Pacific Ocean but would enjoy a cottage eastern Atlantic Ocean vacation. I have thought about Maine, Connecticut, etc. I really need your help. I want the experience of "lobstering," light houses, clam bakes, etc. Please suggest specific cottages, vacation spots, houses…. I need a small place-for 2. I have checked out VRBO (vacation rentals by owners) but was hoping that someone could share where they have been. Word of mouth suggestions are usually best. Thanks for your time!
Do a search of the Bar Harbor, Maine area. It has what you are describing without too much development. Cape Cod also has it but is very developed. You can do search here http://www.visitmaine.com/accommodations/house_condo_cottage_rental/. If you are feeling adventurous, take a windjammer cruise.
I need a 3 bedroom as a minimum and will be renting for about 1 month from mid Sept 2010
I need a 3 bedroom as a minimum and will be renting for about 1 month from mid Sept 2010. I am also happy to look in neighbouring areas, St Albert etc
You can locate all kinds of apartments,condos etc. By going to http://www.besthotelsearchengines.com
Just enter Edmonton
there’s tons of info there I am sure you can find something that will suit your needs.
this is my first time going to hawaii. the trip is going to include me ( age 18), my brother(22), friend(18) and parents(mid 50′s). we are not really on a tight budget, but it can not be really expensive if you know what i mean. we will be in oahu for 3 days, and maui for 4( we have a rental car in maui but not in oahu). i was just wondering if anyone could help me decide what to do. where the good places are to hang out and have fun? we kinda want to see the famous places on both islands, but also we are real nature junkies, so biking and hikes would be nice to do, long hikes would not really matter to us because we are all "so called" athletes( i mean we play sports/run almost every single day). i heard of a famous restaurant, i think it was called "Helena’s", that i wanted to go to. also i heard that there are amazing beaches everywhere on the islands(being from LA, i don’t see too many good looking beaches) so i would like to see some nice beaches. lol. any kind of tip would help.
my parents aren’t real thrill seekers, they just want to relax, but they will join us for the easy activities. but me, my brother, and friend want to try a lot of new things (i.e. snorkel, kayak, surf, bike). also i was wondering how much does it cost to rent these things. also does anyone know of a place where i can rent them for cheap? like a jet skii and one of those things that you ride on thats attached to the back of a jetskii.
also i was wondering if we would be able to go out anywhere into the ocean and snorkel(like are their specific guidelines where we have to snorkel in specific areas), because one of my friends told me about a water inlet where there is coral beneath your feet. i want to go but i’m not sure if it is legal. also i wanted to know if you would need any type of training to snorkel. like is it hard to do, or can you pick it up(learn it) right away?
but the most important thing on this trip is to have fun( and not get bored) and relax and to get out of the everyday grind of school and work. i know i’m asking for a lot, so you don’t have to answer every part of this post, but i really want this trip to be special.any kind of help would be appreciated. just trying to make it memorable for my family.
The main thing is just to not step on the coral, and try to avoid touching it at all.
The approach that works best for me is to go to Snorkel Bob’s (Boss Frog is a competitor on both Oahu and Maui if you want to check out their rates, but I don’t have personal experience with them) and get fitted for gear. Then, when the crowd clears out, I ask the guys that work there, "If you weren’t working today, where would you go snorkeling?" When I followed their advice, I went to Old Airport Beach, north of Lahaina. On that particular day, Old Airport Beach was amazing. There was added excitement when some cops chased someone who had apparently, allegedly hot wired a car onto my part of the beach and threatened to taser their [beep]. But I did see a fabulous quantity and variety of colorful reef fish, including humuhumunukunukuapua’a and puff fish.
The first time I snorkeled–in Hanauma Bay– I did get pretty annoyed with having to pay so much attention to how I breathed. The second and third time I went snorkeling, time passed very quickly! I was snorkeling on Molokai, and there was a member of our party from Michigan who said she’d tried snorkeling once and didn’t like it. She was just treading water when I swam up, took my face out of the water, and said, "You’re missing out!" I put my face back in the water, lifted my head up, and said, "There’s a big turtle right under you." Next time I saw her, she was putting on a snorkel.
When I didn’t follow the advice of the guys in the snorkel shop–when I consulted a guidebook instead–I snorkeled at a popular beach where the water was murky and the fish were not particularly interesting.
You should consider renting a car for at least one day on Oahu. I lived there for four years (and was there just last week on business–I live on Maui these days). When people came to visit me, I usually took them where they wanted to go: Bishop Museum, Pearl Harbor, Arizona Memorial, and so forth. In the end, they usually said their favorite part of the trip was the part where I drove them around Makapu’u, up to Kaneohe to visit Byodo-In Temple in the Valley of the Temples, up to Kualoa Park, up the Windward Side, and down the North Shore. "Just driving around the island."
On Maui, I highly recommend the show ‘ulalena in Lahaina. If you go hiking in the erosion basin in Haleakala National Park, remember to turn around and try hiking uphill before you hike too far down. The thin air means you may be winded quickly, and people react differently to being above 10,000 feet. In my opinion, the four best restaurants on Maui are Cafe O’Lei in Kihei, Mama’s Fish House just outside of Pa’ia, Hali’imaile General Store, and Casanova in Makawao. There is also a Cafe O’Lei at the Maui Lani golf course, which has spectacular scenery and good food.
Me and about 7 of my friends are planning a trip to O.C. this summer and need to find a place that will rent to a group of college kids under the age of 20 and will not be too expensive.
The best site I’ve found is Owner Direct Vacation Rentals. They only have a couple of places in Maryland right now: http://www.ownerdirect.com/lodging/usa/maryland/maryland.htm, and not in Ocean City.
The way they work is that they put you right in touch with the owner, so if you let them know your ages, etc, they’ll tell you whether or not they’re OK with that.
Having said that, it is pretty rare to find a vacation rental that will have a group of under 20 college kids… but it’s always worth a try. The worst thing that can happen is that they say no… so you don’t have anything to lose by inquiring.
Good luck in your hunt for a place!
I’m trying to find a website that has rental property in HI. Everything i can find is for vacation homes. I’m looking to sign a year lease.
Go to www.craigslist.org
2161 Kalia Rd Honolulu HI 96815 * 2 bedroom 2 bath Sleeps up to 8 with additionald roll-away beds. Call Tracy 925-202-1915
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Maui Kamaole is Kihei’s premiere condominium development just minutes from all of South Maui’s famous beaches and the Wailea and Makena Resorts. Light and bright two bedroom, two bath overlooks the “tropical pool” complete with waterfall and sand bottom jacuzzi….
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Newly remodeled One bedroom/ One bath, Direct ocean front with large private lanai offering fantastic views of the islands of Lana’i and Molokai.
Air Conditioned for your added comfort!!
Elegant new tile floors throughout. Absolutely gorgeous!!!
Mirrored on one wall and lanai to afford incredible views in both directions.
Fully equipped Gourmet kitchen with microwave, ceramic stove top, refrigerator/freezer/ice maker, dishwasher, & disposal. Perfect for the island chef!!!
Unit has stack Washer/Dryer.
Bedroom has Brand new California King bed, Ceiling fan and 2nd TV.
Living room has a new queen size sofa hide-a-bed with oversize hotel grade mattress for added comfort.
52 ‘ FLAT SCREEN, DVD, STEREO SYSTEM & VCR. Washer/ Dryer in Unit
FREE HIGH SPEED INTERNET!!!
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Ecotourism Estate in Kilauea, Kauai
Only 4 Miles from Disney – TOLL-FREE RENTAL INFO: 1-877-267-8297 – Low Discount Prices – Close to Universal Studios & Sea World – Fully Equipped – Private Pool – Free Gas BBQ Grill – Free Internet – Free Phone Long Distance – Children Welcome – Villa Equipped with: Stroller, High Chair, Crib & Pool Safety Alarm – Last Minute Specials
WEBSITE LINK:
http://www.floridavillas2000.com/gallery.html
TOLL-FREE for Rental Info: 1-877-267-8297
DISNEY WORLD Only 4 Miles
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