Thursday, February 9, 2017

Unique US Hotels


Sure the Holiday Inn and the Best Western are convenient, reasonable and you know what to expect. But if you’re game to try something really different on your next trip, try sleeping in one of these settings. Some of these hotels are a unique addition to a great location, and some of them are unique enough to be the destination.

Make your next trip to Florida memorable with a stay in the Jules Undersea Lodge. Located off the coast of Key Largo, the lodge was actually created as the La Chalupa Research Lab and guests must dive 21 feet beneath the surface of the sea – through a mangrove lagoon to reach the two room hotel. The hotel features all of the amenities of a typical hotel, with the added bonus of a natural aquarium right outside the window. The experience includes plenty of dive time, and guests can earn their PADI or NAUI certification during their stay.

After reading about Kokopelli’s Cave, you may want to change your travel plans to include Farmington, New Mexico. This bed and breakfast may be located in a cave, but there is nothing prehistoric about it. You’ll find a waterfall shower, Jacuzzi, a well-stocked kitchen and plenty of DVDs. The cave was originally created as a unique geologist’s office, but has since been the home of the geologist’s son, and is now operated as a bed and breakfast by the geologist and his wife. Parthenon, Arizona, provides a different take on a cave resort at Beckham Creek Cave Haven. With a great room boasting over 2,000 square feet, this is the perfect place to host a group event. The guest rooms are cozy and comfortable, with all of the necessary amenities, and the surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor activities including spelunking and rock climbing. For a truly spectacular get-away, arrive at this out of the way resort by helicopter.

Get back to nature with a rustic Swiss Family Robinson Style sleepover. The Takilma Treesort in Cave Junction, Oregon, is perfect for family vacations and calm getaways. The resort offers a number of cabins built amongst the trees, some as high as 35 feet above the ground. Adventurous guests will enjoy the suspended bridges, zip line, horseback riding and swimming hole. Looking for something more relaxing? Try the Deva Treetop Spa. Recently opened, this tree house is designed to pamper with facials, body treatments, coaching and all natural products. Or, for a more exotic treetop experience, try the Hana Lani in Hana, Maui. These tree-top rooms are intended for romance, with stunning ocean views, fresh flowers and the warm glow of candles and tiki torches at night (the tree houses have no electricity). Both resorts offer traditional accommodations for those who prefer to remain grounded.

For a truly luxurious treetop experience, the Post Ranch Inn takes full advantage of the stunning views of Big Sur, California. A five-star resort, the Post Ranch Inn has been featured in Travel + Leisure’s Top 500 Hotels, and includes a gourmet restaurant, full-service spa and several unique outdoor activities. These tree house rooms don’t skimp on luxury, but if you prefer something different on the ground try the Butterfly House, whose unique design resembles a butterfly with wings spread.
Dunton Hot Springs, in Delores, Colorado, is a ghost town turned luxury resort complete with natural hot springs and spa. After a soak in the hot springs discovered by Colorado miners, spend the night in a completely restored nineteenth century log cabin. The restaurant uses home-grown vegetables and selections from the on-site vineyard to prepare delicious meals that are shared at the long, antique tables in the dining room. What to do during the day? Your choices range from relaxing at the spa to horseback riding, heli-skiing, fly-fishing and hiking.


Bookworms should take advantage of two hotels dedicated to the written word. The Library Hotel in New York City is conveniently located within walking distance of the New York Public Library, and each of the 10 floors of the hotel honors one of the 10 categories of the Dewey Decimal System. The guest rooms offer a selection of books according to the room’s subject. On the opposite coast, literature buffs will recognize the name of this hotel as one of modern literature’s greatest supporters – the Sylvia Beach Hotel in Newport, Oregon, is dedicated to the first publisher of James Joyce’s Ulysses. Each of the rooms is named after a writer and decorated to evoke his or her life. None of the rooms have a phone or television, but these are hardly missed when guests head downstairs for a unique dinner with the other guests and owner. Be prepared to share at this group event. 

Fiji - Find a great package to Fiji

Looking for Fiji Holiday Packages online? Fiji is one of the most popular holiday destinations for travelers looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. A South Pacific holiday to Fiji is a wonderful experience with fantastic weather, great resort accommodation and there is a host of things to do in Fiji if you don’t want to just laze around on one of Fiji’s serene beaches.

Fiji Family Holidays

Fiji has a host of family friendly resorts for you to visit. You can book Fiji Family Holidays and know that your kids are not only welcome but that the resorts actually have activities for your kids to do.
We all know kids get bored really quickly and the best Fiji Family Holidays are at the resorts that have Kids Clubs to cater for your kids with Jumping Castles, Kids Pools and a wide range of activities and puzzles to keep them entertained. There are even babysitters available if you have an infant in the family.

Fiji Honeymoon Holiday Packages

Fiji Honeymoon Holiday Packages have always been popular with the many calm locations around Fiji a natural drawcard. Fiji also caters for married couples that want to renew their vows. You can book a Fiji Wedding at many of the resorts.

Fiji Resorts

There are a host of Fiji Resorts to choose from when booking Fiji holiday packages. Probably the one standout feature of the Fiji Resorts is the incredible value that you when it comes to the cost of your accommodation.

The resorts themselves are amazing. Many are Resort and Spas, have Beachfront views and several swimming pools.

Staying at a Fiji Resort is really amazing when you consider the cost that you pay. It makes a Fiji Holiday a very affordable holiday destination and if you have kids then they can come too with the majority of resorts running Kids Clubs so that you and your partner can getaway to enjoy each others company.

What To Do In Fiji

There is plenty to experience when you book Fiji Holiday Packages. If you’re an outdoors person then booking a Fiji Holiday Package is something you should do.

Fiji Day Tours are always popular at holiday destinations around the world and Fiji Day Tours give you the opportunity to learn about the people of Fiji, her culture and experience the beauty of this island nation. There are also stops for Shopping.

If you’re not into group outings then you can hire a 4wd in Fiji and take off on a sightseeing tour of your own. You can also join one of the 4WD Fiji Tours that take in the sights and have guided tours through the National Park.

One of the real highlights of booking a Fiji Holiday online is to go sailing on the Seaspray. Sailing around the Mamanuca Islands is an awesome experience with the crystal clear waters and there is even a trip out to one of the uninhabited islands as part of your cruise
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For the Golf lover there are 13 different golf courses in Fiji for you to play. The courses are both 9 and 18 holes with the Natadola Bay Championship Course the pick of them.


With Fiji being an island resort it is no wonder that Diving is a popular tourist activity. There is certainly much to see and appreciate when diving in Fiji and the unbelievable visibility of the crystal blue water makes Fiji Diving an experience you will always remember. There are several different dives available around Fiji that all offer something different for you to see and experience.