Holiday Ideas – New York Vacations Ideas

November 21st, 2007

Start your New York vacations with a self-guided tour at Natural Stone Bridge and Caves in Pottersville. The rare formation of the Stone Bridge forms the largest natural marble cave entrance in the Northeast. Follow the well marked trails as you explore the various caves, Echo Cave, Garnet Cave, Cave of the Lost Pool, and Noisy Cave. Other activities include a picnic and play area, trout feeding, rock shop and fossil museum. Watch as your very own geode is cut open with a diamond saw.

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Vischer Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve is a 3200 acre freshwater wetland located along the old Erie Canal in the town of Clifton Park. This wildlife conservation area is particularly suitable for New York vacations bird watching as it is an important breeding ground and habitat for birds. There are lots of trails for nature walks, hiking and bird watching.

Niagra Falls is one of the few places in the world where you can see such an open display of Mother Nature’s furious power. You can walk right up and touch the cascading water. The Cave of the Winds will take you right to the base of the falls. You get there from Goat Island Park on the U.S. side. The Maid of the Mist boat ride is by far the most popular attraction and plan to get wet.

The Seabreeze Amusement Park, just outside of Rochester, is the country’s fourth oldest amusement park with over 70 great rides and attractions. It has wild roller coasters and water rides as well as family classic rides and kiddy rides. There are live shows, a carousel museum, the Midway of Fun, and the Seabreeze Arcade.

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Finger Lakes National Forest is 16,000 acres of opportunity for outdoor recreation. Camping on the three maintained campgrounds is free. There are five acres of blueberries for picking as well as scattered spots for apples, raspberries, and other fruits. Hunting and fishing is excellent. There are over 30 miles of trails including the 12 mile long Interloken Trail.

Watkins Glen State Park is a spectacular one-and-a-half-mile-long glacier carved gorge. The footpaths wind over, under, and around the 19 waterfalls and 300 foot high cliffs. Walking and hiking are favorite activities in this beautiful setting. Camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities are available as well as an Olympic-size swimming pool.

The annual Canal Fest is held by the twin cities of North Tonawanda and Tonawanda. This huge eight-day long festival commemorates the historical Erie Canal with live music, parades, boat races, and beauty pageants. Take open-house tours of the historic homes. Ride a canal boat. Other entertainment includes mime shows, art displays, games, and a fireworks display to wrap it all up.

The Taste of Buffalo is a food festival that offers up tasty fare from over 50 local restaurants. This is the second-largest such festival in the United States and features live music from four different stages along with the over 150 different culinary delights. You can sample a wide variety of ethnic tastes and cooking styles with this New York vacations idea.

The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology, in Syracuse, is full of hands-on exhibits and activities. The museum offers New York’s only Imax dome theater. Silverman’s Planetarium will have you gazing into the heavens. Have fun while you learn about geology, our environment, the human body, and the wonders of science.

Lake George Village, on the southern end of Lake George, offers many interesting events and attractions. Go parasailing 300 feet high over the lake. Take a cruise ship out onto the lake. Explore the famous Fort William Henry Historic Museum. Lake George contains three Submerged Heritage Preserves for the enjoyment of scuba diving enthusiasts. For bicyclists the nine-mile Warren County Bikeway and the Feeder Canal Trail provide great riding.

For a totally new and unique New York vacations way to see New York City try a walking tour from SoundWalk. Armed with a portable CD player, headset and map you will go on a true urban adventure. Soundwalk’s 3D surround sound CD audio recordings guide you as you traverse places like Manhattan’s Meatpacking District, the Lower Eastside, Chinatown, Times Square or the Bronx. Get a taste of the Big Apple that few other tourists ever experience.

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the best New York vacation spots to take the family. It is famous for its dinosaur exhibits but there is so much more. There are wonderful dioramas with grizzly bears, elks with massive antlers and wolves. Or the herd of lumbering elephants and the giraffes at the water hole. There are numerous exhibits like the interactive Rose Center for Earth and Space with its 95-foot tall glass cube. Or take in a show at the IMAX theater or a space show. There are just a tremendous amount of incredible things to see here.

The Bronx Zoo is a fun New York City vacation idea. They have over 4,000 animals and the zoo covers 265 acres. It’s actually more a wildlife park than a zoo. Every effort is taken to re-create the animals’ natural habitat. The Gorilla Forest, Tiger Mountain and the Butterfly Zone are three of the most popular exhibits. Indoors everyone will enjoy the Monkey House and Jungle World. The Children’s Zoo is great for the younger ones. Their are lots of interactive features that will really spark their interest.

If you would like to combine your passion for running with a New York vacation, then City Running Tours may be just what you are looking for. This is a guided running tour service for New York City. They will provide you with knowledgable guides that will run with you anytime, day or night. The guides are licensed fitness professionals who can help you experience the Big Apple in a totally unique way. They have running tours that will take you through Central Park, Greenwhich Village, along the Hudson River, Broadway and other exciting city highlights.

Author
Peter Shannon – He writes for his website 1001 – Vacation ideas. You
can visit him at by clicking here.

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Cruise Ship Employment – “Secrets”

November 19th, 2007

Learn The Insider Secrets On How To Get A Cruise Ship

Job,Travel The World And Get Paid For It.

After three and a half years of cruising the world, mainly on the Queen Elizabeth 2, I ended up traveling to over fifty countries and six continents around the world. If you’ve ever wondered how to get a job on a cruise ship, then keep reading so I can share with you the secrets on how to do the exact same thing.

Many people wonder what it’s like working on a cruise ship and are even more curious how to get a job on one. You might be thinking it’s like an insider’s secret! In a way it is, but it won’t be when you finish reading this article. My first job on a cruise ship came when a cruise employment agent contacted a friend of mine who was unavailable to work, so my friend told him to contact me and the rest is history. I’ve also got jobs for several friends who ended up traveling the world, but for the people who don’t know me, it’s okay because I’ll show you how to do the same thing in a different way.

Here is exactly how it works. For every department on a ship, there is someone who oversees that department. That person reports to someone on land in the corporate offices for the cruise ship company, whether it is Princess, Royal Caribbean or Carnival. Now here’s the hooker. That person in corporate works with an agency or contractor that hires people by qualifying them before come aboard the cruise ship. This is what happens 70% of the time. 20% are hired through the companies that are on-board contractors. These can be the on-board shops, art auctioneers, photographers or other third party revenue vendors. The other 10% are people who contact the cruise ships directly for certain positions such as Sales Specialists, Printers, Disk Jockeys and people who have jobs that only involve one or a few people.

When people are hired through an agency, there’s a fee that’s paid by either the cruise ship or the employer. Usually this fee is paid by the cruise ship. It’s a way to hire a third party Human Resources to take care of all the logistics and coordinate with the corporate office and employers on-board. This only makes sense because there are many logistics of hiring, ticketing and travel guidelines. From there, the third party agent or administrative assistant from the corporate office will be just a phone call away for anything you need until you join.

There are plenty of jobs to choose from with the amount of ships at sea nowadays. For instance, one cruise line will have more “entertainment” jobs, as to where another ship may have more “hotel services” positions available for you to choose from. Obviously you’ll be working, but you’ll also be traveling. To get days off in ports and spend as much time ashore as possible, work out schedules with your fellow co-workers. You may be thinking that sounds like a daunting task, but trust me, it’s no biggie and takes about thirty seconds before everyone is happy. If you work in certain departments, like the entertainment department, your department gets to make your own schedule. Other departments, like casinos and shops aren’t allowed to work while in port (not a bad job to have)!

If you can, try to get a job on a ship that has a big fleet or that has alot of destinations. When I was with Premiere Cruise Lines, I transferred cruise Lines three times in four months, so instead of going to just two countries, I went to ten. Another example is Princess Cruise Lines, which has several ships that all follow a similar protocol throughout. That way, crew can transfer from one ship to another with ease and confidence.

You would be quite surprised to see how many resources and agencies can help you get a job on a cruise ship. You’re probably thinking, “How would I get a job out of the thousands of people who apply?”

Okay, here’s the secret. Those thousands of people you’re thinking about are thinking the same thing, so they don’t even apply! You wouldn’t believe the shortage of staff cruise ships companies always have. If there isn’t a job immediately, one will open up within three months because that is how the contracts work out with multiple ships. There was NEVER a day when all the jobs were filled in ANY department. Department heads are ALWAYS asking the agencies if they have found anyone to fill the position. In many cases, positions don’t even get filled! Many crew have to EXTEND their contracts because the agencies can’t find the right people, because everyone is wondering, “There must be several people who would get the job before me,” or they just simply don’t know the people to contact.

Many people ask me everyday how to get a job on a cruise ship; after all, I achieved my dreams by twenty-four and have seen several others do the same. What I always tell people is simple. Get a database and resource guide so you can contact these hiring agencies and corporate offices directly. From all the resource guides I’ve seen, nothing compares to the one I came across awhile ago, which was Neil Maxwell Key’s resource site. He used to travel the world on cruise ships as well, but took it a step further to gather all the resources anybody could need to get a cruise ship job.

If you’re looking to do what only your friends and family dream of, then go get a cruise ship job. People are fascinated by the concept and will always be asking you what it’s like traveling the world and getting paid for it.

About the Author

Scott Lundergan did two world cruises on QE2, traveled to over fifty countries and six continents. When people ask him how they can travel the world, he simply refers them to thecruiseshiplife.com

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Ideas For Hawaii Vacations

November 15th, 2007

Hawaii Vacations Idea #1:

Whalers Village Museum, Lahaina, provides an interesting look into the life of a whaler in the mid 1800’s. They have a large collection of whaling memorabilia and exhibits showcasing harpoons, sea chests, photo murals and the skeletal remains of a 40-foot Sperm Whale. There is a re-creation of an authentic whale boat with a typical whaling crew’s quarters.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #2:

Kahanu Garden, on the eastern shores of Maui, is part of the National Tropical Botanical Gardens. It has 123 acres of tropical plants including the world’s largest collection of breadfruit. It is surrounded by black lava flows and native forest. Self-guided or guided tours are available. The garden is also home to one of the largest ancient Hawaiian stone temples in the islands, the 500 year old Pi’ilanihale heiau.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #3:

One of the top ten dive sites in the world is MoloKini, a tiny island off the coast of Maui. The crescent shape of the island creates a 300 foot deep protected reef that is home to 250 species of fish and perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling. Boats take you to the island but you cannot go ashore because it is a protected preserve.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #4:

Whale Watching season on Maui is December to May. Some 2,000 to 3,000 Humpback whales migrate every year from Alaska down to the southwestern coast of Maui. The Pacific Whale Foundation conducts whale watching cruises led by marine naturalists. But you don’t have to go out on a boat to catch a glimpse of these 40 ton creatures. They are a common sight along Honoapiilani Highway between Maalaea Bay and Lahaina, particularly at McGregor Point.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #5:

Sea Life Park, located on Oahu’s beautiful Makapuu Point, is the place to go swimming with the dolphins. You can put on a dive mask and get up close and personal with a dolphin. You will get to spend 20-25 minutes in deep water with your dolphin. Depending on the dolphin’s mood it may take you on a dorsal fin drag ride.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #6:

Shark Spectator Adventures, in Oahu, will take you out to see the sharks. The crystal clear water is 200-400 feet deep. You can stay on the surface and watch the sharks from the boat. Or you can climb into a glass cage which is then lowered into the water. This is an adventure you will never forget.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #7:

USS Arizona Memorial and Museum commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor that brought the U.S. into World War II. There is a 75-minute guided tour that takes you to the resting place of the USS Arizona and the ship’s 1,177 crewman who died that day. A 23-minute documentary film reviews the attack as it happened. There is a memorial, museum, and waterfront exhibits.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #8:

If you are feeling adventurous you can take a drive on the Hana Highway. This coastal road is famous for its 600 white-knuckle turns and its 54 one-lane bridges. It’s a thrill-ride of a journey but along the way you will be rewarded with stunning scenery and plenty of opportunities to stop at beaches, hiking trails, waterfalls, caves, and more stunning scenery.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #9:

Kialua Beach Park is an excellent Hawaii beach vacation idea for the family. It’s a top beach and not crowded. Stay in the quaint town of Kailua and get a real slice of Hawaii life.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #10:

Haleakala National Park is a dormant volcano by the sea. It has 27 miles of moderate difficulty hiking trails through rainforest, shrub land and volcanic rock. There are both guided hiking and independent hiking opportunities. This is considered “THE” place to watch the sunrise in Maui. The park is popular for sky-watching, particularly night time stargazing.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #11:

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park houses two active volcanoes which have been erupting since 1983. You can see molten lava hissing into the ocean or hike 150 miles of dense forest and lava trails, much of which is suited to day trips. The park is also great for auto touring, overnight backpacking, bird watching, and camping.

Hawaii Vacations Idea #12:

On Kauai, Hawaii’s “Garden Isle”, the National Botanical Garden Is waging a war to preserve the native plant species and slow down the rate of extinction. They maintain three beautiful lush gardens on the island where you can these plants can be viewed and enjoyed by visitors.

The National Botanical Garden Garden’s headquarters is on the South Shore and this is where the McBryde and Allerton gardens are located. Limahuli Garden is on the North Shore. Both guided and self-guided tours of the gardens are available. If your vacation takes to Kauai, consider a visit to these wonderful botanical displays of Hawaiian plant life.

Author
Peter Shannon – He writes for his website 1001 – Vacation ideas. You
can visit him at by clicking here.

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