GuestQuest Georgia/South Carolina Winter 2017

Variety is the Spice of Life and Travel ACP Real Estate on Dauphin Island, Alabama

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ACP Real Estate, Inc. offers home and condo vacation rentals throughout Dauphin Island, AL with a variety of choices from waterfront and water view, to “In the Pines” homes for birding. There are also Canal front homes for boaters and fishing. Several homes are pet friendly. Vacation condominiums are available in Holiday Isle, Sandcastle, The Beach Club and The Surf Club.

Some owners will accept two, three and four-day rentals for that last-minute getaway at most locations. Don’t forget, we have monthly snowbird rentals waiting for you!

Call and book with us direct to save up to 10% off other online booking site fees. Our Staff is ready to help you. We look forward to working with you!

ACP Real Estate, Inc. Dauphin Island, AL 866-861-3311 www.acpinfo.com rentals@acpinfo.com ¤

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Endless Opportunities for Seasonal Winter Activities From flocking south to frolicking in the falling flakes, our publications and website offer links and information from destinations from Montreal to Florida and Texas to the East Coast.

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Grab your coat and bundle up to enjoy all the outdoor activities that brisk winter temperatures make possible. From snowmobiling, snowshoeing and skiing to ice fishing, cross-country skiing and tubing, the slopes and groomed trails of West

Virginia, New York, Pennsylvania and more are waiting for you.

Discover festivals celebrating winter from Hyde Park, New York to Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg, Tennessee, among others.

Seasonal spirit and beautiful light displays, along with the accustomed hot cocoa to drive away the chill encourage attendance at Winterfests in almost every destination. Even in traditionally summer destinations like Ocean City, Maryland and Virginia Beach, Virginia, holiday lights are

ablaze. You’ll even find Santa arriving on a sled in cities within the Outer Banks of North Carolina as they hold their yuletide celebrations. Make sure to get your picture with Santa!

Most attractions also find reasons to celebrate the season. Visit Brookgreen Gardens in Georgetown, South Carolina just south of Myrtle Beach to enjoy Nights of a Thousand Candles. And museums all over are usually open throughout the winter.

Always check for seasonal hours.

If winter temperatures just aren’t

your style, flock south to Georgia, Florida, Alabama or anywhere where the thermometer stays mostly above freezing for all the beach fun and warm weather activities that you normally enjoy throughout the North’s summer months. Seasonal celebrations can be found anywhere that travelers abound.

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Premier Vacation Rentals with Boardwalk Realty Boardwalk Realty is Dauphin Island AL’s premier source for vacation rentals. Choose from over 70 Dauphin Island homes and condos ranging in size from two to six bedrooms and sleeping up to 16 people. All units include AC, full

kitchens, cable TV, access to the Gulf Beach and numerous other amenities to help you enjoy your stay. Find rental properties for every budget and location preference including Gulf Beachfront, Beachside or Bayfront.

Let Boardwalk Realty help you

escape the hustle and bustle of beautiful beaches of Dauphin Island, everyday life. Come play in the surf, Alabama’s Sunset Capital. stroll miles of sugar sand beaches, Boardwalk Realty swim, go fishing or just spend a lazy 1804 Bienville Blvd afternoon relaxing in the sun.

Dauphin Island, AL 36528 Come stay with us and enjoy the 877-861-3992 quiet, family friendly atmosphere and www.boardwalk-realty.com ¤

A Healthy Dose of Southern Hospitality with Anchor Vacations At Anchor Vacations, we strive to give you a healthy dose of the southern hospitality that we are known for! With Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama vacation rentals available at rates anyone can afford, our properties vary from

beautiful luxurious gulf front condos or private homes to comfortable, quiet getaway cottages on the Little Lagoon just minutes from beautiful sugar white beaches.

Spring and Summer guests receive our free amenities package!

This includes 1 free adult pass that can be used daily for the free dolphin cruises, a free fishing charter or admission to the famous Waterville U.S.A. waterpark (some restrictions may apply). Enjoy these activities as well as sandy beaches, tasty seafood

restaurants, souvenir shops and The Tanger Outlet Mall.

Our goal is to make your expectations of a dream vacation come true, with memories that will last for years to come. ¤

Escape to a Winter Wonderland in Hendersonville, NC Escape to a winter wonderland in one of the friendliest towns in the South. “Home for the Holidays” transforms Hendersonville from early November through New Year’s Day, followed by more fun when the holidays are done. Enjoy ice skating,

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carriage rides, concerts and nightly lights.

The Holiday Tour of Historic Inns and Cookie Caper is a self-guided tour of renowned inns serving cookies at each stop. And be entertained by a production of “The Best Christmas

Pageant Ever,” or the ongoing tradition of the “Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Spectacular” held at the playhouse’s mainstage location.

Every Friday and Saturday in December, community groups fill the air with Christmas carols, while

historic Mast General Store serves up hot apple cider. Sample hard cider at three cideries – Appalachian Ridge Artisan Ciders, Bold Rock Hard Cider and Flat Rock Ciderworks.

Call 800-828-4244 or go to www.visithendersonvillenc.org ¤

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SOUTH CAROLINA

Welcome to Conway – One of South Carolina’s Oldest Towns Conway boasts some of the best restaurants, stores and boutiques in the area. Visitors can take in a show at the downtown theatre, walk around to shop and eat or leisurely

stroll the Riverwalk to take in the scenery.

Conway is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina, founded in 1732.

Conway’s past has been proudly

preserved. A visit to the Horry County Museum or the LW Paul Living History Farm will find exhibits of life from a bygone era. The Conway Historical Trail identifies 39 historic, beautiful

buildings and homes. Many of these dwellings are home to third or fourth generation family members who are tireless in caring for them.

Conway is a delightful surprise

and still not yet well-known by mass tourism. That will change, but until then, take advantage of all it has to offer. There truly is something for everyone! ¤

known singer and entertainer, Dolly Parton, in nearby Sevierville or check out Dollywood for’s Smoky Mountain Christmas. Attend family friendly shows at the Comedy Barn.

Area restaurants will warm your heart, offering everything home cooked favorites & family dinner

shows to gourmet meals. As the day turns into night, cozy up in the perfect accommodations! You’ll find hotels, rustic cabins, condos, and bed & breakfasts to suit your preferences.

GuestQuest will find you a Winterfest vacation package that will have you celebrating!

TENNESSEE

Celebrate Winterfest in the Smoky Mountains Embrace winter Smoky Mountain style and celebrate the season at Winterfest in Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Winterfest begins in early November and runs through the end of February.

Step outside into the swirling snow and stroll though town to admire sparkling light displays and colorful holiday decorations. Or, stay warm and hop aboard a trolley tour to see the lights of Winterfest. Take in a Winterfest parade featuring floats, lights and music.

Sip hot cider; listen to cheerful mountain music and sample candy and handcrafted chocolates. Shop for unique gifts and get into the

holiday spirit at Winterfest! The light displays stay up after the holidays, which is a great time for off-season shopping and picking up some great bargains.

Winterfest offers many events and special holiday celebrations to get into the spirit. Relax and recharge on a romantic winter getaway to the Smoky Mountains. Go for a scenic drive through snow capped mountains, and then curl up in front of a fire in your cabin for the weekend.

Take in a comedy show, a musical, or a holiday show during Smoky Mountain Winterfest. Head

over to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort for skiing, snow tubing or ice-skating.

Ride the aerial tram and take in the beauty of this winter wonderland.

Stroll through downtown Gatlinburg and browse galleries, and shop exclusive boutique stores.

Visit the hometown of internationally

Tennessee Overhill Promotes Cultural Tourism The Tennessee Overhill is named in honor of the Overhill Cherokee settlements that once sat alongside the rivers that wind through this diverse region.

Slow down to watch a kayaker manhandle a river rapid or to admire a fine team of mules. Whether you prefer screaming down whitewater rapids, riding a scenic mountain

railroad excursion, gliding the clear blue sky or charging up a ridge on a mountain bike, you will experience adventure here. Hike a forest trail or listen to the sounds of a creek from a cabin front porch. Two national scenic byways and several back roads allow you to experience nature.

Museums, historic sites and heritage trails reveal stories of

Cherokee Indians, fur traders, settlers, loggers, miners, railroaders and mill hands, the people who shaped this land. Small towns provide shopping, dining and lodging.

There are theaters with live music and plays and art galleries that display the work of local artisan. ¤

The Johnson’s Inn & Mountain Village Condominiums Our exceptionally helpful staff to convenient on-site amenities. The Johnson’s Inn & Mountain Village Condominiums invites you to enjoy: access to Baskin’s Creek, a tranquil creek-side courtyard, a sundries station inside our lobby and inroom amenities such as Jacuzzis, fireplaces, private balconies and more!

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From natural and cultural attractions, to shopping and sporting opportunities, Gatlinburg, Tennessee has something for everyone! Walk one block from The Johnson’s Inn to Ripley’s Aquarium & Anakeeseta Outdoor Adventure Park. Just a few steps will bring you to Downtown Gatlinburg, filled with shops, malls and unforgettable restaurants.

Return to nature with a five-minute

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drive to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. America’s most-visited national treasure, is over 800 square miles and is world-renowned for its animal activity, diverse plant life and ancient mountain views Johnson’s Inn 800-842-1930 www.johnsonsinn.com See ad next page ¤ GEORGIA / SOUTH CAROLINA ~ WINTER 2017

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FLORIDA

A Tropical Island Getaway on Florida’s Gulf Coast Located approximately 55 miles south of Tampa on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Siesta Key is an eight-milelong barrier island connected to Sarasota by two bridges. Founded in 1846, there are now approximately 24,000 full- and part-time residents of Siesta Key. Siesta Beach was named one of America’s Top 10 beaches for 2004 by the Travel Channel and Best Sand Beach. It is ranked second of Florida’s

top 10 Beaches for 2003 by the Travel Channel, and is one of the top 10 beaches in the U.S., according to the Scientist Dr. Beach, who rates beach cleanliness.

While all the conveniences of modern life are easily accessible, Siesta Key is still remote enough to give one a feeling of old Florida.

Bursting with lush foliage, mature trees and tropical flowering shrubs line the winding routes to the village

and the beaches. The beaches are refreshingly natural, with protected wild sea oats and mangroves providing a protective habitat for the scores of native island birds that share the island, as well as the dolphins, manatees and other aquatic wildlife living just offshore.

“White quartz sand perfect for castle building,” and stays cool on hot days!

“resort” at all seems out of sorts, since the homey feel and air of privacy leaves you often wondering if you might have the entire place to yourself.

Siesta Key Bungalows 8212 Midnight Pass Rd. Siesta Key, FL 34242 888-574-3782 www.siestakeybungalows.com ¤

Old Florida Charm at Bungalow Beach Resort on Anna Maria Island FL Arriving at the Bungalow Beach Resort on Anna Maria Island changes your mood almost immediately. Just past the parking lot on this quick little bend of a gulf front road, you find yourself passing through the property’s gazebo entrance. It’s an almost ceremonial rite of passage that requires you to leave your worries behind, live in your bathing suit and sandals and relinquish yourself to peace and serenity. To the unsuspecting guest, it’s an oasis within an island.

Most guests are surprised to learn the property is actually a former army barracks. Today, each of the 15 charming cedar bungalows has been magically transformed into a romantic little getaway that preserves its 1930s clapboard construction and old Florida island charm. It’s a very relaxing place to stay.

This beautiful place has bungalows that range from one room studio to three-bedrooms, and feature white wicker furniture, and the original architectural design of hardwood floors, beadboard walls and wood-beamed cathedral ceilings. Stepping inside

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A variety of personal touches make you feel at home when staying at Siesta Key Bungalows and its sister property, Bungalow Beach Resort. From plush linens, to your basket full of embroidered towels, flowers and candy . . . each visitor enjoys simple, upscale niceties that make this place special . . . without crossing the line of big, pretentious resorts. In fact, calling the place a

one differs from most hotels. The white and beige interiors convince you immediately that the place is impeccably clean and fresh.

A variety of personal touches make you feel at home when staying at Bungalow Beach Resort and its sister property, Siesta Key Bungalows – located on pristine Herron Lagoon on Siesta Key. From plush linens, to your basket full of embroidered towels, flowers and candy . . . each visitor enjoys simple, upscale niceties that

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make this place special . . . without crossing the line of big, pretentious resorts. In fact, calling the place a “resort” at all seems out of sorts, since the homey feel and air of privacy leaves you often wondering if you might have the entire place to yourself.

Bungalow Beach Resort 2000 Gulf Drive Anna Maria Island, FL 34217 800-799-3601 www.bungalowbeach.com ¤

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So Many Beaches Mean Good Times in Florida As you plan your vacation, getting away from the cold weather just isn’t enough: You want your beach vacation to warm you to the bone, long enough to last long after you’ve returned home from your trip. So you’re on a quest for the perfect Sunshine State vacation: a Florida getaway. With the longest coastline in the contiguous United States, you have more than 1,300 miles of breathtaking Florida beaches and oceanic attractions from which to select.

Whether traveling with the kids or enjoying your own time off, Florida vacation destinations are the perfect getaway for every size family. Any travel guide will tell you: Tourism

and tourist attractions are Florida’s specialty, as they welcome more winter and spring guests than any other vacation destination in the world. Many of the globe’s top theme parks are waiting for you to visit and have the vacation experience of a lifetime. Or for something a little “earthier”, you can tour the intriguing natural habitats and history of the tropical wetlands in the Florida Everglades. Or get up close and personal with the ocean and enjoy the best boating and fishing destinations in the world. Or simply warm your spirit on the multitude of beaches with your every need met by world-class hospitality specialists.

With miles and miles of beach vacation destinations, the Florida coast and Keys are the perfect spot for you to relax, recharge and enjoy the abundant pleasures of the ocean, both above and below the waterline. An abundance of resort hotels, cozy bed and breakfasts, or even quiet, private rentals can make your Florida vacation as fast or slowpaced as you prefer. Florida vacation destinations allow you to customize your experience so it perfectly suits your vacation needs.

Whether family-friendly mild or Spring Break wild, your quest for the perfect Florida vacation ends here.

Let your adventure begin!

Garrett Realty Heats Up Your Beach Vacation Since 1987, Seagrove Beach FL Vacation Rentals Garrett Realty Services, Inc. has been welcoming guests to the Beaches of South Walton and the laid-back, Old-Florida lifestyle that can only be Seagrove Beach.

We offer the finest selection of Gulf-front/Gulf-side townhomes, condominiums and private homes available along Scenic 30-A between

world famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach. While our diversity and quality of accommodations is huge, we offer personalized service that will make you feel like family.

Take advantage of your muchdeserved opportunity to relax your mind, rejuvenate your body, rekindle your relationships and remember what’s good about life – just waiting to be discovered through a walk on

the beach, a sunrise over the Gulf or a bike ride by one of our many Coastal Dunes Lakes. Who knows?

Maybe even a dolphin will show up for an early-morning greeting.

We look forward to being a part of your next vacation.

Garrett Realty Services, Inc. 800-537-5387 www.garrettrealty.com ¤

Experience the French Riviera with Condos in Destin, Florida If you are looking for the very best condo rentals, Edgewater Beach Condominium in Sandestin and Miramar Beach FL is the ultimate seaside vacation playground. With a touch of the French Riviera, the resort rises majestically beside the sparkling emerald waters, pristine white sands and fiery sunsets of Northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast.

Our unique architecture is a landmark along the Emerald Coast.

The resort offers luxurious yet casual one-, two- and three-bedroom condos with private balconies overlooking lushly landscaped gardens and two shimmering pools (one heated), children’s pool, playground and Jacuzzi. Enjoy nearby boutique and outlet shopping, fine dining, spectacular golf and sport fishing, beautiful sunsets or just relax in the Florida sun.

Enjoy our resort’s many amenities, including FREE highspeed wireless internet, FREE beach set-up and FREE use of our state-ofthe-art fitness center.

Edgewater Beach Condominium 291 Scenic Gulf Drive Miramar Beach, Florida 32550 800-822-4929 www.edgewaterbeach.com ¤

Start a New Vacation Tradition with Moonspinner Your search is over for the prime vacation destination on Panama City Beach FL. Moonspinner Condominiums, where the beach and nature meet, located adjacent to St. Andrews State Park.

We offer 24-hour security, two lighted PREMIER Tennis courts, heated pool, kiddie pool and hot tub, baseball/softball batting cage, exercise room, basketball, shuffleboard, FREE local, long distance and FREE WIFI in every room. New electric car charging stations.

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Our seasonal beach service offers dolphin tours, wave runners, parasail rides and beach chair rentals. If you enjoy fishing, hiking, bicycling or just being part of nature, the St. Andrews State Park is the way to go.

Nestled on the quiet end of the beach, you are only minutes away from fine dining, marinas and boat launching just to name a few. Let us make a new tradition for your family.

Call or book online today!

Moonspinner Condominiums 4425 Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, Florida 32408 1-800-223-3947 www.Moonspinner.com ¤

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