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Does anyone know any interesting places to go on a mini vacation in GA, SC, or North FL?

Me and my friend were planning on going camping on hunting island sc this weekend but it is supposed to rain. we still want to go away, but not too far, some where in GA or SC… not necessarily camping… any suggestions?

Top 10 Best Places and Interesting Destinations in Thailand For Vacationing Family With Children

Thailand is the best place to spend family vacations. The country has plenty of beautiful and attractive places which parents and their children will definitely love. There are top ten best places in Thailand where most families from around the world love to visit. Here is the list of the ten most recommended vacation destinations in Thailand:

1.    Pattaya, Thailand – located along the Thailand Gulf. It is the most popular ocean site resort in the Southeast Asia. Pattaya has 300 affordable hotels to choose from, which are perfect for vacationing families of any size. There are also a number of markets and shopping malls. Lots of affordable restaurants are also found in Pattaya serving the delicious Thai delicacies.

2.    Phuket – the most popular tourist destination in the country with its beautiful white sand beach coasts. Phuket is also known as the “pearl of the South”. Here, one can find the best variety of restaurants offering the best of Thai cuisines.

3.    Koh Samui – perfect to spend family summer vacations. Koh Samui has a large number of beach hotels where one can enjoy the amazing beauty of the white sand beaches along the coastlines. Resorts offer good budget accommodations which will surely please families.

4.    Chiand Mai popular tourist destination mostly because of the best shopping experience it offers. Here, one can buy a lot with just a dollar. Tourists often swarm the market of Chiang Mai that opens from 5pm and opens until midnight daily. The night marketplace has many products that will surely suit and satisfy everyone. Goods such as clothes, baggage, souvenir items, shoes and a lot more can be found here. There are also clubs in several places which offers very affordable prices. This is definitely a place for any family vacation.

5.    Koh Chang Thailand – is a marine national park which attracted thousands of visitors worldwide. The island has a nick name of “the last untouched paradise in the Southeast Asia”, because much of its place are not yet been discovered by modern explorations and haven’t been built in with establishments and infrastructures. Here, one can fully appreciate the pure gifts of nature. Koh Chang has everything nature has to offer. Perfect getaway place for families who wants to have a quiet and peaceful vacation. Families can rent natively designed bungalows where they can feel at ease and comfortable all throughout their stay.

6.    Krabi, Thailand – an island territory of Thailand that has fine-looking coastline and offshore islands. This location was used in the movie “The Beach” starring Leonardo di Caprio. These beaches are truly pictures perfect panoramas, together with the coconut palm trees and the blue waters of the ocean. Krabi has been a favorite place for vacationers coming from different countries.

7.    Hua Hin – a place which combines pleasure and beach holidays and also a place for several sports. Golf has been the most famous sport here wherein visitors can play under the shade of the coconut trees.

8.    Chiang Rai – a located in the mountainous regions of Thailand, which are said to have retained much Thailand’s culture. Popular attractions here include the White Temple, which is the only handcrafted temple in Thailand with striking botanical gardens. Visitors love to visit here and take a look at the Buddha statues built in Buddhist temples which truly spectacular.

9.    Cha-am Thailand – located 160 kilometers south of Bangkok, about two hours drive via car.  Cha-am beach resort is known as the longest white sand beach in Thailand. It is also a place for golfing which many of vacationers enjoy to play. Perfect for vacationing families.

10.    Bangkok – the main attractions in Bangkok are the magnificent temples and shrines along the city. These religious buildings were made with artistic architecture design which are truly captivating to the eyes.

Some Interesting Things to do in Bermuda

Every year, thousands of British tourists flock to Bermuda to enjoy the sun, sea and sands but there’s actually a lot more to the place than just this. Here are a few things that tourists can enjoy on a luxury Bermuda holiday…

Beyond the Beaches…

Let’s get the beaches out of the way because, although there’s plenty more to see, there’s no denying that they’re absolutely stunning! Some of them offer great conditions for water sports, including windsurfing and kayaking, while others are notable for their unusual pink sand! The quality of the beaches is beyond question, and visitors will be hard pushed to pick a favourite. That said the best advice is probably to investigate Elbow Beach, Astwood Cove and Horseshoe Bay.

A Whole World Beneath the Waves

But those who choose to concentrate on the sands and nearby shallow waters are missing out on a whole world just below the surface. Bermuda offers outstanding scuba diving and snorkelling opportunities – amongst the best in the world. Once qualified, divers can explore a whole world of colourful coral reefs and submerged shipwrecks in no time at all. Great for newly qualified divers or veterans, scuba diving is taken very seriously here, and it would be a crying shame to miss out during your luxury Bermuda holiday.

Golf in the Sunshine

It may sound like hell for some Bermuda holiday makers, but for some reason many want to switch the beaches for the bunkers! If a day on the fairways sounds like paradise, then Bermuda is really well served – there are seven 18 hole and one 9 hole golf course. For a real treat, The Port Royal Golf Course is well worth a look, and is regarded by some as amongst the best in the world. Even if you’re struggling to hit par, the views of the ocean are the perfect anaesthetic to a rough game.

Enjoy High Tea

As Britain’s oldest colony, the Union Jack has flown above Bermuda for more than 300 years. If you’re prone to missing Blighty on your travels, the island should be a rare treat – there are echoes of Britain throughout Bermuda, from the duty free versions of London department stores to the tidy British cottages. Perhaps the most pleasing echo of England though is high tea served in the island’s guesthouses – it’s definitely worth leaving the beach for.

Plenty of Fish in the Sea

If you’re fond of fishing, then Bermuda is the holiday destination for you. Not only does the incredible climate make passing time in the boat relaxing beyond belief, but there’s no need for a fishing permit over there, meaning you can enjoy it as you please. Once you’ve hired a fishing boat, you can begin to hunt barracuda, bonefish and blue marlin at will. Why relax on the beach, when you can enjoy some prime fishing time?

Pamper Yourself in the Spas

All this relaxation can really take it out of you, so why not allow yourself to be pampered for a little while? Bermuda has a selection of excellent spas to choose from, and visitors can choose from a wide range of heavenly treatments from facials to massages. Two of the best spas are at the Fairmont Southampton and Cambridge Beaches, and whether you’re heading for a romantic couples massage, or just a quick treatment for one, there’s no doubt you’ll come out feeling completely refreshed… and ready for some more relaxation!

Take in the Sights

There’s actually quite a lot to see on a Bermuda holiday. From the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo (BAMZ) to the crystalline tidal pools of the Crystal Caves, Bermuda is not short of a few things to see. Perhaps the biggest attraction is the Royal Naval Dockyard though. Used throughout the 1800s to World War II and beyond, it’s now one of Bermuda’s top attractions, and contains a museum, snorkel park and plenty of interesting shops with local pottery and glass artists.

Prove Your Tennis Mettle

There’s plenty of room for brushing up on your tennis form with nearly 100 courts across the island. If you’re staying in one of the larger hotels, you’ll likely have one on your doorstep! Once you’ve reached a serviceable standard, watch out for tournaments which are held throughout the island – many of these are open to visitors, so you can do your best to prove that it’s not just Henman and Murray who can fly the flag for Britain!

Hopefully this list will have shown you some of the lesser known aspects of a luxury Bermuda holiday. Of course, you can spend the duration of your trip on the beach and you’ll have an excellent time, but you’ll be missing out on some of the most relaxing activities this wonderful area has to offer.