July 29th, 2008 by Kate - NWA WorldVacations

Those who travel to Kauai rave about the beauty of this “Garden Island”, the friendly people, and the spectacular things to see and do here. Say Aloha to this lush tropical island and experience the wide variety of cultures, activities, golf, shopping and dining available. There is an never-ending “ooh and awe” factor as you explore this roughly 550 square-mile island - only about 20 minutes by air from Honolulu. We talked to our employees about their Kauai vacations and gathered their travel tips for when you visit Kauai.

Here are some of our very best tips for enjoying this paradise:

July 25th, 2008 by Gigi - NWA WorldVacations

When I say Paris, what do you think of?  Shopping, the Eiffel Tower, food, the Louvre, Notre Dame, love?  You can experience all of those things - and more -  in Paris…yes, maybe even love!  There is so much to do and see that Paris will exceed all your wildest thoughts and dreams! It can be overwhelming, so here are some travel tips for the Paris traveler: 

July 21st, 2008 by Sean - NWA WorldVacations

Hawaii is the perfect place to just sit back on the beach and relax, but it is also a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture. Even though Hawaii is part of the United States, it has its own very unique culture that is very different than on the mainland. There are special events, festivals and cultural activities going on every day on all of the islands, so you will have plenty do while you are enjoying your Hawaii vacation.

July 18th, 2008 by Susan - NWA WorldVacations

The popularity of all-inclusive vacations and resorts has skyrocketed in the past five years. They offer programs for everyone including families, couples, and singles. All-inclusive vacations and resorts come in all shapes and sizes, from ultra-luxurious mega resorts to quaint, boutique-style hotels.

But everyone always wants to know…Do they really include EVERYTHING? The answer is yes… and no.

Here’s what’s usually included (ask about your particular resort to be sure):

• All meals, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and most alcoholic beverages.
• Some activities, depending on what your resort has available, such as tennis, golf, diving or snorkeling, other water sports, and workouts.

July 15th, 2008 by Jeannie - NWA WorldVacations

Here are my top 10 (+3 more – there was so much to do!) SeaWorld Orlando Parks to-dos with an almost 5 year-old, along with some tips for those planning similar family vacations. These are the things that were winners with my daughter on her first trip to these SeaWorld Orlando Parks: SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, and Discovery Cove Orlando in June of 2008. We tried a lot more than what is listed here – these were the biggest hits.

July 11th, 2008 by Susan - NWA WorldVacations

For many travelers, Hawaii vacations are a “once in a lifetime” dream vacation (until they visit once and then decide they absolutely MUST come back). For people who are realizing that dream and planning a vacation to the Aloha State, knowing which Hawaiian Islands to visit can be a daunting decision.

The short answer to the “Which island(s) should I visit?” question is easy – any type of traveler can find something to enjoy about every island, so you really can’t go wrong. But, below is a longer answer designed to serve as a starting point for your planning process and give you just a very few things to consider before you begin making plans.

July 7th, 2008 by Kathy - NWA WorldVacations

Have you ever imagined what it was like in the Wild West and yearned to go digging for gold? You’ve seen the movies, the dusty towns, and the cowboys on horses. Ok, so this is not quite the Black Hills of today, but when you are there it is easy to find yourself going back in time and imagining history in action in every place you visit. There is something wild in just about everything you do and experience in the wild west of Rapid City, South Dakota and the Black Hills.

July 1st, 2008 by Sean - NWA WorldVacations

As Ray Kinsella said in The Field of Dreams, “Is this heaven?”…No, it’s Hawaii! Hawaii is one of the most beautiful places in the world and it is no wonder people island-hop when they visit so that they can see it all. You will want to do the same on your golf vacation and hop to all of these islands so you can experience the true beauty that is Hawaiian golf.