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Southern Byways

August 22nd, 2008

Extreme Vacation Anyone?

When most people think of Florida, images of sunny beaches, beautiful people and palm trees go through their mind. While some people go to relax, others enjoy the adventure that awaits them. Whether it is rock climbing, scuba diving or kite surfing, you are sure to feel that adrenaline rush you are looking for.

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By Katherine Lynch -- 0 comments

August 20th, 2008

Undiscovered Travel Websites

Who doesn’t love finding out about new websites that make traveling easier? Any website or contact that makes my life easier I will welcome wholeheartedly. Therefore I was excited to read that PC Magazine has published an article titled PC Magazine’s Top 100 Undiscovered Websites of 2008. They’ve been keeping me quite busy these […]

By Katherine Lynch -- 0 comments

August 18th, 2008

Planning a Trip? Why Not Try the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau

When you are planning a vacation where is the first place you go? Southern Byways, of course (and the rest of the b5media travel sites). Ok, sometimes you need more specific information on a particular city/state such as where to stay, a list of festivals or events, sports teams, shopping destinations, information on the […]

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August 7th, 2007

The Universal Packing List

Packing for any holiday is just about the worst chore imaginable. I always bring too much and then it’s not the right things. I’ve almost gotten to the point of just packing nothing and then buying what I need. It would certainly make life a whole lot easier!! But then I found this site that […]

By SP -- 3 comments

July 31st, 2007

Traveling Gets a Whole Lot Easier

Just check this out.
 

 
Small enough to fit in your handbag.
 
Details…
This Bluetooth-enabled Keyboard fits in a pocket or handbag.Measuring a mere 5″ x 3 1/2″ when closed, this Keyboard unfolds into a full-size keyboard ready to sync with your smart phone, PDA, tablet, media center, PC or notebook — almost any device […]

By SP -- 1 comment

January 8th, 2007

What To Take - January 8th

Packing has to be the part I hate the most about traveling, but having a packing list makes it a lot easier…
“Arguably the most important aspect of intelligent travelling is the issue of what to take. This, more than anything else, will determine the size of your luggage, the weight of your load, and the […]

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December 16th, 2006

Sun Trust Zoo Lights at the Memphis Zoo

And this would be at the Memphis Zoo and from what I’ve been reading, they aren’t holding back on the lights. Try to imagine a million light bulbs and there is even a horse drawn carriages to escort you around the park.
Friday and Saturday nights, Nov. 24 - Dec. 9
Nightly, Dec 15-23 & 26-30
6 to […]

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December 15th, 2006

5 Things You Might Not Know About Florida

1. Orlando attracts more visitors than any other amusement park destination in the United States.
2. New England Congregationalists who sought to bring their style of liberal arts education to the state founded Rollins College, the oldest college in Florida, in Winter Park in 1885.
3. The Benwood, on French Reef in the Florida Keys, is known […]

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December 8th, 2006

Pebble Hill Plantation Candlelight Tour

This is Christmas in Georgia at it’s best. And apparently a lot of people know about it because it’s already sold out for this year. But check it out anyway and when you see just how gorgeous it is, you can make your reservations early for next year. And remember, the tour only lasts for […]

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December 6th, 2006

How to kill time in an airport…

Now me… I don’t have any problem. I love shopping and I can and have spent many an hour killing time in an airport. But if you need a little inspiration, this list should do it. Here’s just a few ideas that you will find.
“~ Dissolve stress and increase energy by exercising in the airport […]

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