Top 5 Romantic U.S. Resort Getaways
November 29, 2009 by jtan
Filed under Adults Only Resorts, East Coast Vacations, Featured, Resort Getaways, Top Vacation Spots
Here are five resort getaways in the U.S. that has exciting activities, regal accommodations, and incredible sceneries.
Casa Marina Resort
This 311 room beach resort getaway situated in Key West, Florida is famous for being Ernest Hemingway’s muse when his book, The Old Man and the Sea was written back in the 1930s. The luxurious resort has the biggest exclusive beach of any resort in Key West. In the sunny weather of the Keys guests can enjoy a wide range of water sports like snorkeling with dolphins to splashing at high speed in jet skis. If your idea of fun is relaxing instead of adventure, check out the resort’s two ocean front pools. Then get pampered at the spa which offers some unique treatments for sunburned and windburned skin. Finally venture to Hemingway’s museum which is about a 10 minute stroll from the resort where you will get a chance to immerse your self in literature history.
Contact 305/296-3535, casamarinaresort.com
Earthshine Mountain Lodge
This North Carolina 10 room lodge is tucked away on top an Appalachian ridge. Visitors have the opportunity to try out their zip-line course that will have you hanging 80 feet above the forest floor as you fly through the entire lodge’s property. It’s definitely a fun experience you should try reserving when you are ready for your next vacation. There’s even a thirty foot climbing wall that allows kids as young as 6 to try out their dexterity skills. The lodge has its own rehabilitation facility for Eastern Box turtles. A wildlife expert will give you a tour of the facility and show how the resort’s day to day activities is having an impact on the wild life in the region. Some of the guest rooms have their own balconies and lofts adding a unique touch to your resort getaway experience. If you’re bringing the entire family, definitely seek out the three room bungalow offering a more exclusive experience away from the main lodge.
Contact 828/862-4207, earthshinemtnlodge.com
Hilton Oceanfront Resort
Situated in South Carolina at Hilton Head Island is the Hilton Oceanfront Resort. Three exclusive golf courses are available for guests. There is also kayak and canoeing through out the resort’s lagoon. Catamarans can be used further out in the water. If you prefer something drier, there are 25 tennis courts to keep you busy at the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center. When you are finally tired out from the water sports and tennis, stop by for a pineapple oil massage at the Ocean Tides spa. Exclusive balconies and kitchenettes are in every room and suite.
Contact 843/842-8000, hiltonoceanfrontresort.com
Amelia Island Plantation
Located at Florida’s Amelia Island is the 1300 acre resort. It has 13 miles of beautiful beaches and a variety of rare birds. Adding to the natural wetland, knolls, and grassy plains are plenty of golf courses, tennis courts, and a salon and spa. Enjoy and relax at the resort’s two pools. Better yet, check out the nature center and explore their unique animal and plant life. Tone your body and mind with a half day yoga retreat with a private yoga instructor.
Contact 888/261-6161, aipfl.com
Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa
Occupying 1,500 acres in Thompsonville, Michigan, Crystal Mountain is a resort made for downhill and cross country skiers. With numerous ski slopes and miles of cross country ski trails, it is made to exemplify the best of what a true ski resort can offer. The resort operates on an eco-friendly motto where energy conservation and recycling is a virtue. Many accommodation options are available to guests from standard hotel rooms to condos and bungalows. During the summer golf fanatics are welcome to the resort’s 18 hole golf course.
Contact 800-968-7686, crystalmountain.com
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