As a Biker I love to take long Rides on my 2007 Harley Davidson, Nightrain. Some times a trip to Connecticut where one has the freedom of choice to decided if they want to wear a Helmet or not is a great place to go. Often I head up to the NY Catskill Mountains, Where a Burger and a Beer at Nicks Waterfall House in West Conesville can be the perfect end to a day of Cruising threw the Mountains.

Then there is another of my Favorite places to ride to, The Lake George NY area. My Uncle has a small Cabin in the Mountains right outside of the town of Lake George where I often stay. The area has some great long and winding roads for riding, These roads will relax even the most stressed Motorcycle rider.

There is so much history to the Lake George NY area. While on a trip one year riding around with no real destination in mind, I found myself in front of Fort Ticonderoga (fort-ticonderoga.org). Being very interested in American History I had to stop in and take the tour. The Fort was built between 1755 and 1759 and has plenty of stories to tell. It had a big roll in the American Revolution. As I walked around the Fort the I could almost imagine I had traveled back to the 18Th Century, The things I learned reminded me of the sacrifices our fore Fathers made to secure the Freedoms we enjoy and let slip threw our fingers every day.

Another thing I like to do is ride on some of the less traveled roads. Riding on a road where you see nothing but Forests and small Waterfalls for miles is very relaxing. I like to search out small little Dinners and eatery’s, Stopping at them and trying some of the foods they have to offer.

I recently met up with my Mother, Sister, Brother, Nieces, Nephew and other members of my family at the Lake George Escape Evergreen Resort Campgrounds (LakeGeorgeEscape.com), I found it a great places for me to relax for a few days. There where plenty of activities for the kids and many activities I could enjoy with the kids. In the resorts game room I won my Nieces and Nephew many prizes and I played (or maybe Battled is a more accurate word) Air Hockey with my younger Brother in the game room for hours. The resort has a pond and two pools to Swim in. Each week at the resort during the Summer has a thyme and while we where there it was Halloween week. The Camp Grounds has Nightly Hay rides around the Camp Grounds and since it was Halloween week my Brother came up with the idea of throwing out candy to all the kids as we took a Hay ride around the grounds one night. The Cherry on the top of this great resort has to be the on Grounds full service Tiki style Bar where most Nights they had a DJ to help keep the party going!

Many other things I have stopped to enjoy while riding around and staying in the Lake George area is White Water rafting, Hiking and many Trips to Six Flags Great Escape & Splash Water Kingdom. The park was known as Storytown USA when it first opened in 1954. As a Kid I used to love to watch the gun fights in its old western area known as Ghost town. The park may be much larger now and have many modern day Rides and attractions, but all the old Story town, Jungleland and Ghost town areas from the 50′s and 60s are still there! Then of course there is the town of Lake George it self with many great stores for shopping including a new shop I found last year called DILLIGAF’s. Many Arcades, Museum’s, Para Sailing, Night Clubs and Many Places to eat including some Waterfront Restaurants. Now in my opinion no trip to Lake George can be Complete without a Paddle wheel Cruise on the historic and scenic Lake George itself. The lake is known as the Queen of American Lakes. There are Two maybe three Companies you can use, But I recommend you take your trip on the Lake George Steamboat Company’s (lakegeorgesteamboat.com) Minnie-Ha-Ha. I have Pictures of me getting on this Boat with my Family that go back many years.

As Bikers We are always looking for Great places to ride to alone or with our friends and family that offer both great riding areas and many things to do. I have found Lake George to be a great area for both!

Maybe I will see you there! Your Bro L.J. James AmericanBikerX.com Listen to LJs Radio Show at BikerLowDown.com

The bed and breakfast inns in Washington, D.C., are sold out due to the celebration of President Obama’s inauguration. But don’t despair. You, too, can enjoy the festivities in one of the fantastic residences, open to the public, that are part of the original thirteen colonies. At iLoveInns.com, you will find a detailed list of these beautiful late 18th-century bed and breakfast inns. Like the White House, these luxurious inns enjoy the Roman and Greek-inspired Palladian influence and are tastefully and elegantly furnished. Enjoy watching this televised event among buffed mahogany paneling, gilded chairs and trim satin settees.

A columned historical landmark, The Governor’s House Inn just reeks of luxury, elegance and southern hospitality. Located in Charleston, South Carolina, this charming bed and breakfast is the former home of Governor Edward Rutledge, the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy canopied beds, flawless staterooms and marble bathtubs as well as the ambiance of gracious hospitality found in earlier times. The Red Room and Vermeil Room in the White house are reflected in the exquisite richly colored walls and upholstery found at this sophisticated inn.

The elegant Devonfield Country Inn Bed & Breakfast, a gracious English-style house set on 32 acres of the rolling hills and green meadows of Lee, Massachusetts, is rumored to have been visited by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1942 for a visit with Queen Wilhelmina of Holland. This lovely inn boasts spacious accommodations with private baths although a stay in the Roosevelt Room is a must if possible. Enjoy a bountiful gourmet breakfast with fine china and classical music.

The century old Williamsburg White House in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, is beautifully situated on over an acre of meticulously manicured lawns. Close to the Jamestown Settlement, the Yorktown Battlefield and Busch Gardens, this charming and gracious inn is graced with period furnishings. Each presidential suite is not only tastefully decorated but boasts memorabilia inspired by former presidents. Watch the inauguration on television after spending a romantic afternoon in a horse-drawn carriage that gently carries you down the same street where George Washington led his troops to victory in Yorktown.

On June 2, 1886, President Grover Cleveland and Frances Folsom descended the staircase into the Blue Room as the first and only president and first lady to be married in the White House. While the White House may never be available to the public as a wedding venue, Washington Plantation in Georgia provides a similarly elegant setting. Greeted by four columns resembling those of the First front porch, couples can exchange their vows outdoors in seven acres of landscaped gardens or opt for an intimate reception inside the house. For the honeymoon, the Planter’s Room has a 72-inch whirlpool bath built for two (or for one President Taft).

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So your family is trying to decide on a fun, wholesome family adventure where everybody can get involved and have a good time. Will you choose the Grand Canyon? Perhaps Disneyland? Or maybe even visit some historic swath of America?

Have you been to Europe? It offers fun and educational sites at the same time. Europe offers a great number of sites that have been part of history for hundreds of years. It offers exciting beaches, scenic countryside and one-of-a-kind experiences you can get for surprisingly low prices. Take the opportunity while you can.

Today there are several competing airlines that offer their customers discounted flights. If you plan well in advance and shop around for bargains you can avoid paying full price when you fly to Europe. The amount you save is up to you the consumer.

When in Europe, do not simply settle for what you are given. Learn to negotiate prices and you can room in expensive hotels for the fraction of the price. Figure out the tour routes of all the major European cities and take your family on a whirlwind romp through London, Paris, Madrid and other historic cities for much cheaper than hiring a tour guide to lead you.

Your family will not get bored easily when visiting Europe because there are so many things to do. You can learn about Western culture by visiting a museum or famous cathedral. Take the family on an adventure out into the countryside for a taste of old fashioned cuisine.

You and your partner will find charm and romance in locations you have only heard about for years. Visit a romantic vista in Italy, glide down the canals of Venice, and capture a view of Paris the “City of Lights”.

If you find that your family is getting homesick and longs for a bit of the familiar, you will find the presence of Disney right in the center part of France. Here you can explore the mixing of European and American culture.

In the end, a European vacation can be an inexpensive and memorable trip for you and your family. By getting discounts and negotiating, you can cut the costs of travel and touring by a large margin, leaving you and your pocketbook nice and happy. So remember, Europe is never out of reach iia as long as you know where to look.

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All golfers know that the best place in the world to golf is Myrtle Beach. This beach, also known as the “Grand Strand” stretches sixty miles from Sunset Beach in North Carolina to Pawley’s Island, South Carolina. There are many activities which Myrtle Beach has to offer other than golf. Of course, it is golf which the area is best known for – there are more than 90 golf courses located here, as well as pro shops, golf superstores, golf schools and more. These attractions bring people here on golf vacations from all over the globe. You can choose from many different Myrtle Beach golf packages and even take your entire family along to this Oceanside paradise.

There’s a wide variety of golf courses in Myrtle Beach – these include low country and links; you can golf in many different settings on a single golfing vacation. There are courses which are located on bluffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Intra Coastal Waterway. Read the rest of this entry

Your first vacation with your baby can be exciting and it also takes some advanced planning to ensure its success.

Our list of 10 things to consider will help you plan a successful vacation for you, your partner and your baby.

1. Anticipate where you will get food and water for your baby. It may not be an issue if you are traveling to a popular tourist destination, but it may be if you are going to a more remote area.

2. Be self-sufficient when it comes to medications. Bring the medications that your baby may need for fevers, upset stomach, rashes, ear infections and diarrhea.

3. Accommodations. Think about reserving a room with a balcony that you can comfortably sit on viewing the ocean, or overlooking a mountain range. You can count on spending more time in your room as your baby will need their regular nap times. If your room has a balcony you and your spouse can still enjoy your time together – sitting on the balcony – while your baby gets their needed sleep. Read the rest of this entry