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GuestQuest Traveler Vacation Guide takes you on a guided tour to various vacation locations. We feature information about accommodations, attractions and activities in many travel and vacation destinations. Providing you with article coverage on our advertisers, their amenities and services will assist you in making the right decision on choosing your accommodations, recreation, entertainment and more. Visit us at www.GuestQuest.com for additional advertiser information and links to their web sites. Distributed three times a year, Spring, Summer and Winter, with separate editions to Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Illinois/Indiana, North Carolina, Georgia/Alabama, Tennessee/ Kentucky and Virginia. Serving our advertisers and readers since 1984. For advertising information, questions or comments, call 1-800-644-8460. P. O. Box 33547, Cleveland, OH 44133. The accuracy of the information contained in these listings is the responsibility of each individual advertiser. Every effort has been made to offer upto-date information. Reproduction of editorial or graphic content in any manner without written consent of the editor is prohibited.

Your Virginia Beach Vacation Rental AwaitsSiebert Realty

Perfectly situated along the southern part of Virginia Beach, Sandbridge Beach is a family’s premier vacation destination. Sandbridge is nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Back Bay Reserve, giving guests the unique opportunity to have multiple waterfront experiences. Often referred to as the “Outer Banks of Virginia,” Sandbridge offers a secluded coastal retreat with five miles of expansive, beautiful beach. The area is located just 20 minutes south of the Virginia Beach boardwalk. Close to all the major local attractions and restaurants; but without the hotel and crowds, allowing guests to experience the

serenity of staying at their own beach home.

Whether you’re looking for a magnificent multi-level beach mansion, an intimate cottage or a condo with an impressive list of amenities, Siebert Realty can accommodate your rental needs. The Siebert Realty website provides multiple ways to find and book your vacation home, along with a variety of payment options. Browse the rentals, search by your preferred amenities, explore floor plans and photo galleries and get excited for your dream beach vacation at Sandbridge Beach!

Discover more at www.siebert-realty.com. ¤

Explore a Winter Wonderland in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands!

Winter in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands brings a wonderland of fun and excitement. From skiing and snowboarding to snow tubing and snowshoeing, the whole family will surely love a getaway to this stunning region.

No matter how you choose to tackle the mountain, you will find a downhill thrill for every ability level in the Laurel Highlands. Discover winding trails, challenging slopes, glades, terrain parks, and more at our four resorts – Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Hidden Valley Resort, Laurel Mountain and Nemacolin.

Skis and snowboards are not required for winter fun in the Laurel Highlands! Snow tubing, sleigh rides, and so many other outdoor thrills make the Laurel Highlands the ultimate destination.

Quite possibly the easiest winter activity, snow tubing takes the days

of childhood sled riding to a whole new level of excitement and ease. Simply pick up a tube, hop on a surface lift, and ride from the base of the park to the top. No need to hike uphill. Then tuck yourself into your tube, hold onto the handles, and feel

the crisp winter air on your cheeks and nose as gravity sends you sliding downhill.

The region’s wide-open spaces are home to hundreds of miles of trails that provide another oasis of winter fun. Snowshoers and cross-

Crawford County Is Loaded with Events and Attractions!

Falling snow, decorative wreaths, lights and trees, warm coffee, and holiday shopping… All of these come to mind when we think of Crawford County around the holiday season. If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, then Crawford County nearly always delivers. And if walking in a winter wonderland isn’t enough to get you singing carols, then try some of our favorite seasonal events to get in the holiday spirit. From traditional seasonal events to

experiences exclusive to Crawford County, you won’t want to miss out on these special holiday activities. Even after the holidays end, Crawford County is a great place to enjoy all parts of Winter, both inside and out. Whether you like to play outside or stay in where it’s warm, we have ways to enjoy snowy fun. Be sure to stay in the know by downloading our mobile app – just search Visit Crawford in your app store! visitcrawford.org ¤

country skiers flock to the Laurel Highlands each winter to find five gorgeous cross-country ski areas – Forbes State Forest and Kooser, Laurel Ridge, Laurel Mountain and Ohiopyle state parks. Not to mention, the Great Allegheny Passage rail trail is open to traditional cross-country

skiing and snowshoeing.

Humans weren’t meant to hibernate in the winter. Get out and explore Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands this season.

Visit www.golaurelhighlands.com for trip inspiration, lodging, deals, and more.

Your Story Begins With the Susquehanna River Valley

Explore and discover treasures in Pennsylvania’s pristine Susquehanna River Valley. Spend the day hitting the trails - snowmobiling, cross country skiing, or snow shoeing in our State Parks and Forests.

Take time to visit our awardwinning wineries and breweries found throughout the Susquehanna River Valley. Attend a seasonal festival, visit a historical museum, go antiquing or shop local at our fine retailers and unique stores. Finish the day with a romantic dinner for

two or share your day’s adventures with friends and family at one of our world-class pubs or restaurants located in one of our picturesque downtowns.

Plan a trip for the day or turn it into a get away by staying at one of our

cozy hotels, cabins, cottages or bed and breakfasts. At every turn you will find something to amaze and inspire you.

Susquehanna River Valley VisitCentralPA.org or 877-207-8599 ¤

Visit Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

It's all about the trails: Wine, Craft Beer, Hiking, River, Biking, Amish and Burger. Find your inner “trail” in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania among the many “off the wheel” experiences that await you.

Enjoy the happiness found in the simplest pleasures, while having the best of all worlds: indulging along the trail of craft wines and brews, taking a delicious bite out of the best foods in Western PA, breathing in the natural beauty of blue and greenways for rafting, canoeing, kayaking, biking, hiking and ATV riding in Limestone Mines. Stay overnight to relax and recharge next door to the 2nd largest old order Amish population.

Plan your next adventure at VisitLawrenceCounty.com for events, must-see attractions, arts

and culture and more. Follow us and share your experience on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by using #VisitLawrenceCounty. ¤

Travel, Tours & Trails through Maryland

Maryland offers a wealth of options for visitors, depending on your interests. Here are just a few…

Get outdoors to experience some of Maryland’s natural wonders. Step into a sea kayak and paddle through the marsh grasses of the lower Chesapeake Bay. Hop on a mountain bike and pedal through pristine forest trails in Western Maryland. Cast a line for blue marlin, brook trout,

smallmouth bass or striped bass (known as “rockfish” to the locals) in bodies of water all around the state.

Pitch a tent, climb a rock, hunt for fossils or prowl for owls on a night hike. We promise great adventures in our great outdoors.

Take the Road Less Traveled. Poet Robert Frost took the less-worn path. You’ll be glad that you did, too, on any of Maryland’s designated scenic

Plan Your Escape to Harford County, Maryland

Looking for a unique getaway? You will find it in beautiful Harford County, Maryland – located at the top of the Chesapeake Bay.

Our natural landscape is ripe for outdoor recreation where you can explore four state parks and over eighty county parks. Rocks State Park includes the unique attractions of Kilgore Falls and the King and Queen Seat. Kilgore Falls is Maryland’s second highest waterfall. The King and Queen Seat is a

Your Next Escape

Are you searching for a destination to get away from the hustle of daily life? Indulge in some of the best food you’ll ever eat – served by the finest Eastern Shore waterfront restaurants. Shop in unique stores, take long walks by the water’s edge or along a nature trail. Relax with that book you’ve been meaning to read, appreciate the performing arts, capture an awesome sunset, as you gather around a firepit to savor Chesapeake Bay oysters. Make your

spectacular 190-foot rock outcrop overlooking Deer Creek. From our world-renowned Maryland crabs to our eclectic restaurants featuring international cuisine from Hawaii to the Caribbean, Italy to Germany, we have something for every palette and every wallet. The Vineyard Wine Bar has been recognized by Wine Spectator every year since 2015! And don’t forget our wineries, breweries and distilleries all right here in Harford County, Maryland. Make your plans today! ¤

byways. Forego the freeway and follow the colorful black-eyed Susan signs (the Susan is our state flower) through waterfront villages, past historic monuments, down old Main streets and beside pristine forest glades. These carefully mapped routes, some with “sidetracks” better explored without a car, encourage a leisurely pace as you journey around Maryland.

Retreat to a bygone era on

Maryland’s Civil War Trails. Brother fought brother in the cornfields around Sharpsburg, a battle that afterwards turned whole towns into makeshift hospitals. Armies clad in blue and gray skirmished through Maryland’s countryside on their way to an epic battle at Gettysburg. A wounded assassin escaped Washington, D.C. into the Southern Maryland countryside in search of a doctor named Mudd.

The Civil War soldiers, spies and villains didn’t have signposts to point the way, but today’s visitors can follow colorful bugle “trailblazer” signs of Maryland’s Civil War Trails. The bugles lead to waysides where interpretive markers tell both military and anecdotal accounts of war and its effects on the people of Maryland. This article courtesy of Maryland Office of Tourism. www.visitmaryland.org.

escape to Kent County, Maryland and experience a wonderful adventure!

Whether you’re looking to hook a rockfish from the rich water of the Chesapeake Bay or paddle down one if its beautiful tributaries, Kent County has everything to pique your interest. Enjoy the comforts of a charter boat for a sunset cruise or visit one of Kent County’s waterfront restaurants for a delicious meal, sure to stimulate the palate of any food connoisseur.

See yourself here!

KentCounty.com/Visitors ¤

Relax and Unwind In Caroline County, Maryland!

Among the pristine waterways and countryside, you’ll find a region brimming with rich heritage experiences, outdoor excursions and agritourism adventures.

Caroline is home to great spots to hike, peddle, paddle, fish, and horseback ride! Explore forested trails that wind through Tuckahoe and Martinak State Parks, stroll along the scenic Marshyhope Creek, or meander through the native gardens of Adkins Arboretum, a 400-acre preserve.

Take an inspiring journey on the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway, a self-guided driving tour that follows in the footsteps of freedom seekers.

Spend a day exploring Caroline’s charming small towns. Find the perfect treasure to bring home from our shops and galleries or enjoy the local flavor at our restaurants. Cap off your visit at one of our many farms. From alpacas and horses to “u-picks” and orchards, experience the locallygrown fun Caroline has to offer. You belong here! ¤

FLORIDA

Visit Longboat Key for Island Inspiration,

Leave with Memories for a Lifetime. Longboat Key. Intentionally Better.

One can only explain the lure of Longboat Key, Florida as a combination of magical transcendence into the perfect island escape and a blissful beach playground for an exclusive

and pristine vacation destination. Named as one of the top ten island destinations in the U.S. in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards, the twelve-mile island is luxuriously located on the Gulf of Mexico, bordered on the west by azure blue waters and on the east by beautiful Sarasota Bay.

Long known as the hideaway of

celebrities and reclusive notables, Longboat Key offers visitors a respite from the crowds while still providing the quintessential Florida beach experience. Blue skies, swaying palms, sultry breezes, playful dolphins, sandy beaches and a quiet calm welcomes the evening sunset and beckons the discerning traveler.

The island is home to a variety

of vacation options, from fullservice hotels to charming authentic beachfront resorts. Combined with island-inspired cuisine at a variety of award-winning restaurants and a sprinkling of delightful island boutiques, guests can immerse themselves in a true tropical getaway.

For the outdoor enthusiast, Longboat Key offers choices beyond

Enjoy your Stay in Hollywood Beach Florida

at the Manta Ray Inn

The Manta Ray Inn, located in Hollywood Beach, is a charming oceanfront Boutique Hotel with stunning views of the ocean. Choose from comfortable one or twobedroom suites, all of which offer panoramic views of South Florida’s

best sandy beach with its gentle rolling surf.

Amenities include fully equipped kitchens, in-room safes, free Wi-Fi, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, flat screen TVs with cable, complimentary movies and DVD/VCR players. Relax in the heated pool with beach chairs and fluffy towels. Daily maid service, two gas grills and free designated parking area are also available.

The Manta Ray Inn is conveniently located directly on the beach near the boardwalk. It’s near Fort Lauderdale in South Florida - famous for fabulous dining, excellent shops and gaming. Have a fun and enjoyable stay!

The Manta Ray Inn Hollywood Beach, FL 33019 954-921-9666 or 800-255-0595 www.mantarayinn.com ¤

Enjoy the Good Life at Veranda Beach Club

Warm hospitality, fun-filled activities and a casual island atmosphere await your arrival at the glamorous Gulf front Veranda Beach Club on Longboat Key FL. Relax on your veranda, looking out over the crystalline sands of an eleven-mile beach, while the shimmering Gulf of Mexico lures you to the water's edge. Nestled amid powder-white

beaches and lush tropical gardens, the views from this property will always be spectacular. Drink in the beauty of your surroundings directly on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.

Veranda Beach Club

2509 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key, Florida 34228 800-411-5511

www.VerandaBeachClub.com ¤

compare. From fishing charters to paddle-boarding, ocean kayaking and even some of the most renowned birdwatching in the country, our island home is your island adventure. An array of seasonal activities provides cultural and artistic entertainment, and year-round vacationers can experience popular, family-friendly attractions in the Bradenton area. Visit nearby shops and restaurants, just a short drive away, all offering the perfect location for a leisurely afternoon or sunset stroll.

Visit Longboat Key for island inspiration, leave with memories for a lifetime. Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce 941-387-9000 www.longboatkeychamber.com

WEST VIRGINIA

Live Your Adventure in Martinsburg-Berkeley County, West Virginia

From breathtaking outdoors to unique local eats, world-class geocaching, and thriving local culture, Martinsburg-Berkeley County, West Virginia, is a fantastic place to “Live Your Adventure.”

Berkeley County offers exceptional outdoor experiences for all seasons, from our rugged hiking paths to scenic nature paths, public

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parks, fishing streams, and nature preserves. Adventurers can explore the 23,000-acre Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area, which contains extensive primitive camping, hiking, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities. The Route 9 walking and biking trail stretches between Martinsburg and the Charles Town/ Ranson area and offers users wide-

The Jersey Cape - A Million Miles Away From Life's Worries

Escape to the Jersey Cape for your vacation getaway - less than a tank of gas away to our fabulous beaches, eclectic restaurants, funfilled boardwalks, and amazing natural areas. Cape May County, New Jersey offers some of the best vacation experiences on the east coast. Hotels, motels, B&Bs, rentals and camping fit your lodging needs.

Wake up to amazing sunsets along our 30 miles of warm white sandy beaches that connect the resorts from Ocean City to Cape May and end

your day relaxing along Delaware Bay beaches and breathtaking sunsets.

Come for our rich history, oneof-a-kind boutiques shops, fresh from the ocean seafood, farm to table menu options offered at our casual to gourmet restaurants, and try one of our local wineries, breweries, and distilleries, you won't be disappointed.

Leave happy, relaxed and with a little sand in your shoes, Escape to the Jersey Cape. www.escapetothejerseycape.com

Unplug, Unwind and Enjoy the Outdoors this Season in Monmouth County

Monmouth County, NJ may be well known for its sandy beaches and boardwalks, but don’t let the cooler weather stop you from continuing to explore the outdoors!

If you’re looking for a fun way to spend the day outdoors with family or friends, take a trip to a pick-yourown farm and find fresh produce straight from the source. Many farms also provide outdoor activities for visitors through the holidays so check your desired location to see what is offered. To find the perfect farm for your trip, visit GrownInMonmouth. com. The website also provides information on area wineries, breweries, farmers markets, and restaurants that use local produce.

If you’re looking to spend the day outdoors, you’re in luck! Monmouth County is home to more than 30 County-owned park areas totaling

nearly 18,000 acres of open space, trails, lakes, and woods. Fall and winter activities include hiking, nature spotting, sledding, cross country skiing, biking and more! Visitors can also take advantage of numerous county-owned golf courses, home to five championship 18-hole courses, two 18-hole executive courses, a 9-hole, par 3 course and three warmup ranges. For more information, visit MonmouthCountyParks.com.

In addition to all that Monmouth County, NJ offers –visit Tourism.VisitMonmouth. com for shopping destinations, restaurants, museums, theaters, local happenings and so much more!

This article is supported in part by a grant from New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.

open views and diverse terrain from flat land to sloping hills.

If observing nature is more your style, Berkeley County has two nature preserves that house various birds and native plants. Stauffer’s Marsh Nature Preserve, in Back Creek Valley, and the Yankauer Nature Preserve, located adjacent to the Potomac River, offer easy walking

trails that allow easy observation.

While roaming the county, visit our local distilleries—Black Draft Distillery and Amani Brewing- and see our famous farmer’s markets for fresh produce, jams, jellies, and other delights. Cap off your outdoor adventures with a delicious meal in Martinsburg’s diverse downtown food scene. And before you

leave, enjoy the eclectic shopping throughout our downtown corridor.

Experience Martinsburg, Berkeley County, WV’s rich history and beautiful seasonal scenery.

Find your accommodations and plan your adventure today at TravelWV.com. ¤

South Carolina Coast Features 200 Miles of Sun and Surf

A mix of easy public access, private retreats and natural preserves highlights the 200 miles of Atlantic Ocean coastline that South Carolina calls its own.

For generations, beach trips to millions of Americans and Canadians has meant an easy drive to Myrtle Beach and later, Hilton Head, while expanded air travel has added more international travelers in recent years.

Reliable, decent weather year-round and a burgeoning menu of attractions and amenities continue to drive that growth in popularity.

Starting from the north, Myrtle Beach anchors the 60-mile crescent of shoreline known as the Grand Strand. Characterized by long, sweeping stretches of sand and surf, the Strand offers both bustling and less-boisterous choices for plopping

that plastic chaise lounge and propping the umbrella.

In Myrtle Beach proper, hotels old and new, restaurants and shops line the beach, with public access points interspersed. Then there are the quiet ocean-side beach communities such as Cherry Grove, Atlantic Beach (considered perhaps the nation’s first predominantly African American beach town), and others.

Next you’ll find historic Georgetown and the area known as the Hammock Coast, including the communites of Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, Murrells Inlet, DeBordieu Colony and southern Garden City. (For more detailed information, see the article below and the feature on the next page.)

Each offers varying degrees of public beach access and wide choices of hotel, cottage and condo

rentals, as well as package deals with many of the more than 100 golf courses. Cozy Myrtle Beach and expansive Huntington Beach state parks also offer beach access, camping, environmental education programs and more.

Much of the coast is protected wildlife refuges until the Charleston area, itself a world-class destination for lovers of history and architecture but also home to popular beach destinations such as Wild Dunes Resort and the Isle of Palms to the north of town and Folly Beach and its popular public beach just to the south.

Next up going south is storied Edisto Island. Live oaks draped with Spanish moss overhang the narrow highway across the big island to Edisto Beach, long beloved for its great shelling. The park also has

South Carolina's Hammock Coast®

Underneath sorbet-colored skies, you'll find the quiet beach communities of South Carolina’s Hammock Coast: Pawleys Island, Litchfield Beach, Murrells Inlet, DeBordieu Colony and southern Garden City.

On the Hammock Coast are spacious beaches and pristine salt marshes, offering chances to soak up the sun, spirit away on a kayak or even catch fish and blue crabs for dinner. Perfectly situated between Charleston and Myrtle Beach, the Hammock Coast is serviced by two major airports.

Pawleys Island, one of America’s oldest seaside resorts, has been named one of the best beaches in the world. As the birthplace

of the rope hammock, relaxation has a long history here. (And gave inspiration to the region’s moniker as the “Hammock Coast.”) Litchfield Beach, just north of Pawleys, earned TripAdvisor's designation as one of the Top 10 beaches in America! Murrells Inlet, known as the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina,” was originally a fishing village on a protected inlet. The southern portion of Garden City overlooks Murrells Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning views in every direction. And DeBordieu Colony offers a stunning beach near historic Georgetown, where history comes alive at five museums.

Between the business districts of Murrells Inlet and Litchfield are

a robust environmental education center, camping and cabins.

Then there’s the Beaufort area. The big park has four miles of beach, cabins and thousands of acres of maritime forest and marsh for exploring. It even has a historic, 100foot lighthouse.

At the south end of South Carolina’s coast is Hilton Head, a golf and tennis haven. Hilton Head is world famous for its plantation resorts, which combine beachfront dining, pools and cabanas with tennis, a range of accommodations and public and private golf. There are literally thousands of hotel rooms, condos, campsites and other accommodations along the South Carolina coast, as well as a myriad of dining, entertainment and educational options to help spice up the trip. -Marc Rapport

two of the Hammock Coast’s most famous attractions –Brookgreen Gardens and Huntington Beach State Park. Recognized as one of the top birding spots on the East Coast, the state park offers camping and access to an undeveloped beach. Just across Ocean Highway is Brookgreen Gardens, a 9,127-acre botanical and sculpture garden that has drawn visitors since 1931.

Dotting the Hammock Coast are also several award-winning golf courses, many built on former rice plantations that provide a graciously Southern golf experience. Three of Golf Magazine's “Top 100 You Can Play” are here, in fact.

Visit HammockCoastSC.com today for more information! ¤

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Seaside Vacations – A Place in the Sun

Let us help you find your place in the sun this year. Seaside Vacations has been helping families with their North Myrtle Beach vacations since 1995. The combination of excellent service and very clean, well maintained properties are the are the perfect way to experience an unforgettable vacation.

We can offer you something for just two people or perhaps a large family gathering. Our properties are conveniently location to terrific restaurants, shopping, water sports, fishing and event venues.

Don’t hesitate to call us. Our experienced staff and area experts will provide you with a tremendous amount of information to help you make the perfect choice. We will take time to listen to your needs and give you affordable options for the best North Myrtle Beach Vacation ever.

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