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Cliffside Resort in the Wisconsin Dells started out as a vacation home for the Tylka family. Walter and Angeline, originally from Poland, then from Chicago, had a cottage built in the style of their homeland, employing Polish craftsmen to replicate the peaked gables, scalloped edging and interior wood carvings common to the mountain cabins of their southern Poland. In 1981, the Tylkas decided to share their little slice of paradise with visitors, building a resort into the sandstone cliff adjacent to their home. Thus the Cliffside Resort opened on July 4th, 1981.  Today, the original cottage still serves as the family home! Words like warm, welcoming, hard-working and meticulous show up often in guest reviews at the resort! Visitors from as close by as Chicago and as far away as Europe feel like extended family when they stay here. The main level of the family home has been converted to the office lobby which is where you’ll check in, and the lower level with large commercial-style kitchen is a popular gathering place for family reunions and groups of friends. And, yes, the Tylkas still live upstairs. The moment you pull up to Cliffside Resort you’ll know the most spectacular amenity of all is the scenic view to Lake Delton. The resort is perched on a sandstone cliff that hugs the shore of the lake, and much of the activity centers around the water. Heated indoor and outdoor pools overlooking the lake await you. There’s a 60-foot waterslide at the outdoor pool and the indoor pool area includes a slide, whirlpool, and sauna. Along with the view to the lake, be sure to look up from the indoor pool to see intricate wood carvings. We also provide lakeside picnic areas with grills and bonfire pits, perfect for favorite summertime meals, catching-up conversations and star gazing into the night. Jump into Lake Delton from the swim platform or swing along the water bathing in the sun shine or relax in hammock on our sandy beaches. We have piers for fishing and docking your boat. There is a boat launch just one minute down the road from the resort. Inquire about rentals from Lake Delton Watersports. They are our preferred provider for canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, pontoon boats, wave runners and ski boats. We provide a game room with pool table and games. A gathering room is available by reservation, with fully stocked commercial-style kitchen, ideal for family reunions and group meals. All the character and charm of a family-owned eastern European seaside resort, perched on a sandstone cliff above pristine Lake Delton in the Dells await you and your family! Please check us out online and make your next memorable vacation at the Cliffside Resort in the Wisconsin Dells!  https://www.cliffsideresort.com/          

The National Churchill Museum, was originally established in 1969 as the Winston Churchill Memorial and Library in the United States and renamed by act of Congress in 2009 as "America's National Churchill Museum". The museum and historic site is the nation's leading institution dedicated to remembering and honoring the life and enduring legacy of British Statesman Winston S. Churchill. The Museum, located on the campus of Westminster College, was created after a national campaign chaired by U.S. Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, Eisenhower and Truman to memorialize the speech Churchill gave at the school on March 5, 1946. The Museum includes the majestic 17th-century church of St. Mary the Virgin, Aldermanbury created by British architect Sir Christopher Wren. Bombed and badly damaged in the Second World War, the building was relocated from London to Fulton, Missouri, in the 1960s to honor Churchill's speech at Westminster College. The Museum also includes the largest continuous section of the Berlin Wall in North America, which is now a sculpture by Edwina Sandys, granddaughter of Winston Churchill. At the museum we are honoring the 80th Anniversary of the March 5, 1946, Iron Curtain Speech!  "It is a solemn moment for the American Democracy. For with primacy in power is also joined an awe-inspiring accountability to the future" – Winston Churchill, "The Sinews of Peace" ('Iron Curtain' Speech). https://www.nationalchurchillmuseum.org/sinews-of-peace-iron-curtain-speech.html The presence of Winston Churchill and President Harry Truman turned a college gymnasium in a small Midwestern town into a world stage as Churchill delivered his most famous post- World War II address — "The Sinews of Peace." That Churchill and Truman would travel to Fulton, Missouri, is a story of a college president with the boldness to ask for the seemingly impossible; of a Westminster College alumnus with access to the President of the United States; of a President of the United States with the willingness to endorse the invitation; and of a recently defeated British Prime Minister with the shrewdness to recognize an opportunity. It is a story of coincidence and a moment boldly grasped — a combination Churchill capitalized on throughout his life. We encourage you to visit our museum at any time of the year! The National Churchill Museum in Fulton, MO is the most comprehensive remembrance in honor of perhaps the greatest leader not only from WWII, but perhaps in the 20th Century! Hours: Daily 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Closed: Thanksgiving Day - Christmas Dayand New Year's Day – 573-592-5369 https://www.nationalchurchillmuseum.org/  

Escape to Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes and discover oceanfront bliss! When you are ready to venture out, find championship golf courses at Grande Dunes and family entertainment at Barefoot Landing and Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy all-day dining and delicious international cuisine while taking in ocean views at our on-site restaurants and bars. Bask in the sun, play in the surf or take a dip in our indoor and outdoor pools. At Hibiscus Spa, you will find a full menu of wellness services and maintain your gym routine at our complimentary health club. Recharge in your spacious hotel room or suite and enjoy exceptional service. Take in beautiful beach or ocean views from the private balcony of your Myrtle Beach accommodation. Our hotel rooms boast high-speed Wi-Fi, a spacious work desk and comfortable. Order room service and watch premium channels while you relax in your upscale resort room. Elevate your stay in Myrtle Beach in one of our luxurious suites with a balcony and ocean views. Dinning at its best! Ocean Blu Enjoy poolside dining for lunch and dinner at our oceanfront hotel. Select from a casual menu of finger foods and light bites served at Ocean Blu restaurant. Ocean Blu Restaurant and Lounge Located in our resort, Blue Restaurant and Lounge offers handcrafted cocktails and light restaurant fare. Select from indoor or outdoor dining in Myrtle Beach and unwind in a relaxing atmosphere during your getaway. The Cove - gather with friends or family at our seasonal hotel restaurant. The oceanfront setting and relaxed ambiance complement our tasty American cuisine perfectly.  Our hotel is ideal for family vacations, our resort showcases oceanfront hotel rooms and suites with luxury amenities and private balconies overlooking Myrtle Beach and the ocean! We look forward to welcoming you to our family resort in Myrtle Beach, SC. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/myrgd-marriott-myrtle-beach-resort-and-spa-at-grande-dunes/overview/?EM=DNM_MYRTLEBEACHMARRIOTTRESORT.COM    

At Casa Paloma B & B Explore, relax, and enjoy a sanctuary from daily life. Imagine an oasis in southern Arizona, at the foot of the Santa Rita Mountain range. Close to famous Madera Canyon, the area is a birdwatcher's paradise. Katie and Ray Sayre, Owners/Managers, are pleased to introduce Casa Paloma B&B to you. They have lived on the property since 1991 and look forward to sharing their home and beautiful property. The house is an adobe ranch style built in the 1920s that has lots of quiet spaces to relax and unwind. The property is just under two acres with huge pine trees, green grass, and a plethora of birds for you to enjoy!  The Bed & Breakfast offers 3 luxurious spacious suites and includes, such amenities as a gourmet full breakfast every morning, fitness room, guest laundry, free on-site parking, gated entry and a full kitchenette in the common area! We invite you to explore all that this part of Southern Arizona has to offer including art, history, birds and wonderful food! We are Open from Wednesday – Sunday and we invite you to view our website for further information and to make your reservations. https://casapalomabandb.com/  

The Bentley House Bed & Breakfast in Vermont, is elegantly poised along the outskirts of Poultney, VT. Bentley House Bed & Breakfast has graciously extended its hospitality as a bed and breakfast since 1980. Guests are invited to commence each day with a hearty breakfast before venturing out to explore the abundant outdoor activities the region has to offer. Whether seeking the thrills of winter sports at nearby ski resorts, the serenity of scenic lakes for fishing and boating or the invigorating experience of biking or hiking trails and local parks, our storied residence provides the perfect base for year-round adventure. If you desire a tranquil respite, Bentley House offers refinement, repose, and the dandy comforts of a bygone era. We offer a variety of amenities including private bathrooms in each of our five rooms, free cable and WiFi, air conditioning during the summer months, blow-dryer, and iron. We also offer a varied breakfast menu including fruit, pastries, cereal, and a selection of hot drinks as well as a main entree prepared by owner. The front parlor and upstairs lounge are available for guests to relax with a good book or the local paper; tea and coffee are available 24/7.  Since 1980, we have provided our home and hospitality to all who walk through our doors. Our elegant and well-appointed rooms are cozy and comfortable! We want you to feel safe, comfortable, and right at home. Planning a longer stay? Get 10% off when you book seven nights in a row. When you are ready for a relaxing, quiet vacation this year in Vermont contact the Bentley House Bed & Breakfast for your next stay! 802-287-4004 - Look at us online:  https://thebentleyhouse.com/

The Hope Hotel and Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center in Dayton, OH was born of the same innovative spirit that permeates the Dayton area where the Wright Brothers invented the first “flying machine.” Named after famed entertainer Bob Hope, it is the only privately owned hotel located on Air Force property. Opened in 1990, this unique arrangement required an act of Congress to initiate and is primarily designed to house students, retired military personnel and government contractors. Since then, they have expanded into business and leisure travel and event markets, offering both military personnel and civilians the opportunity to enjoy a premier hotel in a one-of-a-kind location. An Abundance of Amenities: If you are organizing a class reunion, business meeting, wedding or any social event, whether you visit for work, play or a special getaway, Hope Hotel and Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center offers convenient services that let you focus on the business at hand or relax during your vacation. From delicious dining at Packy's Sport's Bar & Grill to event space, catering and wedding specialists, we are here to help you make the most of your stay. We are a Full-service convention and banquet facility with more than 20,000 square feet of modern/fixable conference space with capacity for up to 1,000 people, with the largest ball room in a 3-county area. Work out facilities and a full business center availiable as well! Our newly renovated guest rooms offer all the comforts of home plus our special touches to make you feel pampered and welcome. And our friendly, professional staff will take care of you with unmatched hometown hospitality. All of our 265 guest rooms are nonsmoking. Small pets are allowed a one-time Pet Fee will apply. Our rooms include 43” TV, satellite, mini frig and much more. So, whether for pleasure and a quiet getaway to explore Dayton or to have your next social event, the Hope Hotel and Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center can more than accommodate you! 937-879-2696 - https://www.hopehotel.com/              

In Jackson Hole, WY your adventure basecamp awaits at the Mountain Modern Motel.  Here you will be just 2 blocks from the infamous Town Square, 5 blocks from Snow King Mountain, 10 miles from Grand Teton National Park, 12 miles from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and 55 miles from the south entrance to Yellowstone. Not to mention walking distance to shops, dining, galleries, entertainment, outdoor activities, and iconic events. Triple M guest rooms and suites are great alternatives to traditional Jackson Hole lodging: functional but fun, and simple but well-designed, with a sense of authenticity and play that reflects the spirit of the area. Designed with the adventurer in mind, they’re more like mini-apartments than hotel rooms, with open floor plans, and practical spaces for storing your gear. We’ve kept the charm of a traditional hotel room, but added amenities to give you just the right amount of pampering after your day of adventuring. You certainly won’t go hungry at Triple M; our on-site restaurants boast food you’ll actually WANT to devour. The in-house Triple M offers breakfast and all-day dining options. And onsite, choose between authentic BBQ or Korean to satisfy those cravings. Plus, the mini-fridges in our rooms are perfect for storing your leftovers. Some of the highlighted amenities at Triple M are a beautiful heated outdoor pool & hot tub, where you’ll enjoy a nice, relaxing soak under the Wyoming sky! Beleza on Pearl, is our on-site salon has you covered for all your salon needs from hair to skincare to nails, we will have you in tip top shape in no time. We also have self-serve Laundry Facilities onsite. Get outside & get dirty without the worry - our self-serve laundry will make sure you don’t run out of clean clothes or have to pack muddy ones! The Mountain Modern Motel, is the place to stay when wanting to explore all that Jackson Hole has to offer for any season! Your stay will always be comfortable and enjoyable!  Come and check us out online: https://mountainmodernmotel.com/ 307-733-4340.     

A1 Gypsy Resort in Eagle River, WI welcomes you to a Resort that is different, unusual, unique, in fact we are “An Adventure!” We are located on a chain of 28 connected, navigable lakes between the town of Three Lakes and the city of Eagle River. The main part of the resort is located on Cranberry Island (100 acres). There are 12,000 acres of water in the gateway to the Nicolet National Forest, known for its scenic beauty and having an elevation of almost 2000 feet! Each of our lakefront vacation island villas have approximately 200 feet of their own water front each with a private pier. You can swim in front of each Villa. We also have a sandy beach with a slide, raft, teeter-totter, swings etc. Our Villas also include, a screen porch, living room, color TV, fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, full bath tub, shower, automatic gas heat and hot water. Electric is furnished 24 hrs. per day. Many of the villas also come with a pontoon float boat with electrics start motor. These boats are like floating patios whether you are fishing and cruising the 28 lakes or parked at your pier. The island includes great activities for all ages and families - recreation room, Laundromat, fish cleaning house, tennis and shuffle board courts, several basketball hoops and horseshoes. Don’t have a boat – we do! We have pontoons to rent. Check it online our inquire when making your reservations!  https://www.a1gypsyvilla.com/boats.php In the winter, there is cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, sleigh-riding, ice-skating, snowshoeing, hunting, ice-fishing (with or without a guide) and sightseeing. Come and enjoy the WHITE SNOW! There are wonderful places to dine and shops in which to browse. The area is almost 2000 ft. above sea level and is pure and invigorating. GOOD ROADS – EASY TO FIND: Take Hwy. 45 to Evergreen or Meta Lake Road (5 miles North of Three Lakes); East turn onto Evergreen or Meta Lake Road and follow our signs. (About 2 miles). We look for ward to welcoming you this year for any season as we are open year-round! https://www.a1gypsyvilla.com/index.php  

As one of the top attractions in the State of Texas, the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum creates a museum experience that is both educational and entertaining for the whole family. The museum's core exhibits reveal the unique influences and challenges that shaped George Bush's life and presidency, and frequently changing temporary exhibits present visitors new and interesting perspectives on President Bush, his life and work. Through artifacts, film, photographs, documents, music, sound effects and interactive videos, this special museum experience encompasses much of U.S. history since 1941. See a World War II Avenger Torpedo Bomber, a 1947 Studebaker, a slab of the Berlin Wall, and replicas of President Bush's Camp David, Situation Room, and the Oval Office. In addition, a special section is dedicated to First Lady Barbara Bush and her efforts on behalf of literacy, AIDS awareness and prevention, and volunteerism. https://www.bush41.org/events New to the museum is, Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History will open in the Ansary Gallery of American History at the Bush Library and Museum on Monday, May 5, 2025, and remain on exhibit until January 5, 2026.  With nearly 100 objects representing the best of American music, the exhibit—curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music (BSACAM) at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey—tells the story of how music has informed, interpreted, and inspired our national identity since it was founded nearly two-and-a-half centuries ago. The exhibit features artifacts from the permanent collection of the BSACAM alongside treasures from other institutions across the country such as the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Hard Rock International, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as well as dozens of prominent collectors of American music ephemera. This exhibit features legendary objects from artists such as Johnny Cash, Sam Cooke, Chuck D, Woody Guthrie, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Holly, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Tupac Shakur, and more. The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum at Texas A&M University strives to preserve and make available the records and artifacts of George H.W. Bush. We promote civic literacy and increased historical understanding of our national experience, and foster a community of public service and volunteerism. We welcome you to come to College Station, TX and experience this truly special museum! Please visit our website to explore and learn more! https://www.bush41.org/ Museum hours: Monday - Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.        

Northern Arizona's Premier RV Resort -  The Distant Drums RV Resort located in Camp Verde, Arizona is very popular because of its proximity to a number of excellent local attractions. Visitors can look forward to the nearby towns of Flagstaff and Sedona, the Sedona Red Rocks, Tuzigoot National Monument, Verde Canyon Railroad and Montezuma National Monument. There is also several state parks nearby such as: the Dead Horse Ranch State Park and the Coconito National Forest, so outdoor enthusiasts can look forward to excellent ponderosa and alpine tundra surrounding breathtaking lakes and ponds. Whether you are a fisherman, hiker, mountain biker or site seer, you'll find something you like at this beautiful resort, with beautiful views! Amenities include: full hookup sites, 30/50 amp sites, fitness room, heated pool and spa, fitness room, paved rooms, restrooms and bathrooms, BBQs available on our spacious back patio! Also, visit our Trading Post Country Store for all sorts of treats while you are here. Pick up a Distant Drums t-shirt and hat, handmade jewelry, get some snacks for a local hike, stock up on RV supplies and accessories, and don't forget the wine! So, for your next RV vacation in Arizona, make sure you check out our website for more information. After visiting our site you'll see why our RV Resort is the resort of choice in Arizona!  https://ddrvresort.com/home Check out our video online: https://www.roverpass.com/c/distant-drums-rv-resort-camp-verde-az/#group-5