Archive for September 24th, 2007

Oahu, HI

Ever visited a vacation rental and been whale watching?  How about vacation rentals that are close to turtle encounters and dolphin dives?  With Oahu vacation rentals, that is exactly what you get and much more!  The magical scenery of Oahu enchants from the moment you arrive at your vacation rental in Oahu with its lush foliage composed of the greenest landscapes painted with tropical flowers waving words of greeting into the warm breeze.  Far away from home, the Polynesian culture reflected in the décor and furnishings of your luxury Oahu vacation rental.
 
With attractions to entice participation from every visitor including people with families and couples of all ages celebrating romance, vacation rentals in Oahu build postcard memories of events and adventures.  From spas that coax relaxation from every muscle to golf courses built against beautiful backdrops of blue ocean, your Oahu vacation rental will provide the perfect place to soak up the sun and energy of the atmosphere.  Luxury vacation rentals in Oahu pamper you with every amenity you could wish for while caressing your soul with the charm of the Oahu, “the Heart of Hawaii.”   The sunsets around your beach vacation rental in Oahu will arrest your sense while you learn to dance and eat in traditional Polynesian style.

Things to see near your Oahu vacation home:

  • Pearl Harbor Memorial:  Commemorating the loss of military and civilian during the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Pearl Harbor Memorial is visited by thousands every year to lay flowers, attend ceremonies, and honor the loss of lives.  Many markers of the tragic event the Pearl Harbor stand as a reminder of the costs of war.
  • Iolani Palace:  The famed palace of King Kalakaua and later Queen Lili‘uokalani sets a new level from decadence from the lush setting of the tropical grounds to the ornate decorative, style.  A mixture of Hawaiian culture and history sparkling with the legends of royalty that built a powerful dynasty later to become the only detached American state.
  • Waikiki Beach:  Legendary beach of movies and television, Waikiki beach is the place to swim, surf, and sunbath on Oahu.  From the royalty of Hawaii to the royalty of surfing, Waikiki beach is a sight seer’s paradise.  With strong cultural ties to the history of Hawaii, visiting Waikiki beach is an educational and exciting place to relax, shop, eat, or enjoy an incredible sunset over the tropical island home away from home.

Whether bathing in the sun or exploring the tropical surroundings of Oahu, your luxury vacation rental will reach out to offer you a home among the Polynesian people.  When the sunsets on your last day in Oahu and you start to bid your vacation rental goodbye, your suitcase will be packed with souvenirs, pictures of fabulous scenery, and warm tropical memories of adventures in the sun.

Find the perfect Oahu vacation home at Vacapedia.

Pondering Provence: Finding a Vacation Home in France

There are Places that just beg for the slow mode of travel. Provence is one of them.

Long the corner of France known for its light; a place that attracted artists and drunkards, wanderers and dreamers, Provence has thousands of houses to rent.

provence houseWhy? If you’ve been there the reasons are obvious. Besides the soft and endearing luminance, there are landscapes that beg you to dwell in them. This is picnic territory, big time.

The houses of Provence speak their own language. Shutters are a steely blue. Roof tiles are a range of light earth tones instead of the normal orange.

So lets say you’d like to be near Arles. It’s Van Gogh territory. You can walk in Van Gogh’s footsteps near the hospital where he spent time after threatening painter Paul Gauguin with a knife then later cutting off his ear in remorse. Much of the landscape he painted remains.

Provence guardian houseNature lovers might look directly to the south of Arles, where one of France’s premier wildlife area thrives: the Camargue, Europe’s largest river delta and home to more than 400 species of birds. It’s a photographer’s paradise. Bring your camera and a long lens (and your mosquito repellent), The Carmargue is home to a special type of house, the “guardian house.” You can rent a copy, newly constructed, like the one on the right (click the picture to see it).

Why rent a house in Provence? Well, with the value of the dollar these days, you’ll probably save money, you’ll have a place to prepare that picnic you need to take in the delightful countryside, and you’ll need a car to fully explore the area anyway, you might as well have a place to park it.

Consider Provence. There are over 1000 Provence Vacation Rentals available on Vacapedia.


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