Los Angeles Beaches – Dockweiler Beach

Los Angeles Beaches – Dockweiler Beach

by: James Carl

Los Angeles is an amazing city with hundreds of things to do. One of the most popular activities is hitting the beach. But what beach should you go to? If you live in LA you can check them all out but if you do not live in LA, you probably do not have that much time. Here is some information on one of the more popular beaches, Dockweiler Beach.Dockweiler beach is a three mile section of beach complete with a beachfront RV park. Visitors will find such niceties as showers, picnic areas, public restrooms and food vendors. Activities at the beach include bike trails, walking trails, skating, surfing and volleyball. If you do not have a bike or skates, don’t worry, there are rentals available. If you have an urge to try something different, consider taking surfing or hang gliding lessons. Another great thing about this beach is that it is the only one in L.A where you can have an open bonfire. This beach does have a few negatives, one of which is that it is very close to LAX airport so the sound of jets overhead can be distracting. You will learn to tune the noise out though. It also does not have the clearest water and you will be treated to the view of oil tankers anchored off of the coast. If you can get over that, it is still a great beach. If you would like to get to Dockweiler beach, the address is 12000 Vista del mar and it is located in Playa del Rey. If you would like to reserve an RV spot, call 1-800-950-7275. Make reservations as far in advance as possible.

Looking For Vacation Ideas?

Looking For Vacation Ideas? by: Kent Krueger   The thought of vacationing is (typically) an exciting one!This world we live in has more places to vacation than one can even imagine and some places you many never think of could be just what the doctor ordered. First, consider what you and your family love to do. Relax on the beach? Ride a 120 foot high roller-coaster at 70 MPH? Hand-glide from the mountaintops? Kick back on the boat waiting for the fish to bite? Swim with sharks? Lounge on a “floatie”?  Well, whether you like to relax or you are a dare-devil, there are hundreds of amazing places for all of these activities! Are you looking for the perfect beach? Raised in Florida, I understand great beaches…and all of them are different. If you are looking for the whitest sand, visit the panhandle of Florida around Destin, Seaside, Panama City or Ft. Walton Beach. If you want catch some waves, your best bet will be the east coast cities of Cocoa Beach or Daytona Beach. Looking for peace, quiet and a good cocktail, then the southwest coast cities of Naples or Ft. Myers might be in order. Want to party until the wee hours of the morning, then Miami or Ft. Lauderdale is the place to go…but I warn you, bring you shades because walking out of the bar at 6am when the sun is shining can be a frightening experience! Finally, you just can’t beat the Florida Keys if you want all of the above. And, if you are looking for amazing beaches outside of Florida, it’s hard to go wrong with Southern California anywhere from San Diego all the way up to Malibu. However, let’s not be shortsighted and think that all the best beaches in the world are you the U.S. If you have been to the Caribbean, you will see why visitors to all of these islands tend to go back at least every few years. Amazing views and lazy days, ethnic food and fun shopping experiences are what make up all of the “St.” islands, Jamaica and the Bahamas. I don’t even have time to talk about the Mediterranean Sea and all of its locales. Looking for a deeper glimpse into history? You might want to visit the Greek Isles or Italy. Venice, Florence, Naples and Rome are steeped in history and amazing places to visit from today and from the Roman Empire 2000 years ago. The home of the 2004 summer Olympics, Athens has enough to keep you learning for a week, not to mention Corinth or Sparta. Are you an avid Skier? We all know how amazing, breathtaking and fun the Colorado Rockies can be for ski vacations. There are almost too many ski vacation areas to pick from with resorts, vacation home rentals, hotels, long trails, steep hills – you name it, they have it. Breckenridge. Keystone. Beaver Creek. Silverthorne. The list goes one. However, Colorado does not have the corner on the market for U.S. ski vacations. Utah, Idaho, Montana, Lake Tahoe all can be your dream skiing vacation! Want to travel just a few hours north via plane and you can visit Whistler. Just north of Vancouver in British Columbia, Whistler is home to some of the top rated ski resorts in all of North America. With resorts like Whistler/Blackcomb, you can explore 8,100 acres of skiable terrain on the two mountains, a huge 5,280 vertical drop, 12 high-speed quads, 3 gondolas and the most slopeside lodging. Have you been to Africa lately? If you are like me, you probably haven’t. It has been almost a decade since I last visited South Africa, but Kruger National Park is a site to see. A Safari during the day is fun and safe for the family. You’ll get to see an incredible amount of animals in their natural, unhindered habitat. However, for those thrill seekers, get on an open Jeep at night for a ride around the park…if you see some eyeballs glowing in the dark though, hold on tight because there is something about seeing a lion at night from only about 100 yards away! I almost needed a new pair of pants! So, regardless of what you are looking for in a family vacation, planet Earth has it for you. It just takes a little planning and a little saving (sometimes a lot of saving) and you can go on the vacation of your dreams.

Planning Your Cruise Ship Vacation

Planning Your Cruise Ship Vacation

by: Clinton Douglas IV

Do It Right the First TimeA vacation aboard a cruise ship is exhilarating. After all, what can be more relaxing, entertaining and rejuvenating than spending days upon days on the calm and peaceful sea – completely away from it all? Cruises are a great all-in-one vacation combining shopping, shows, dining, lodging and transportation in one package. But there are a few things to consider before you start singing ‘anchors away’. Solo, Couple or Family? Cruise packages and destinations give you a range of choices. These include family fun trips, romantic honeymoon cruises, and theme lines for single, senior, disabled, gay or lesbian passengers. Choosing the right package will ensure you have the most pleasant and satisfying vacation possible. Where, When and How Long? Because your destination is just as important as the ride itself, research the many luxurious ports available. Next, decide how long you’d like to set sail. Can you afford a week away or just a quick weekend getaway? What are the ideal dates for your excursion? This will depend both on your availability and the peak season for your destination. If you can’t afford to change plans due to acts of nature, be sure to book around typical foul weather seasons. Scuba Diving or Cultural Exploration? Are you a dive in and get wet type, or do you prefer more leisurely and educational activities like touring cities or visiting museums? [ http://articles.vasrue.com/Caribbean/index.html ] Check with various cruise lines to ensure your shore activities align with your personal style. Formal or Casual? Cruise liners offer a great opportunity to deck out in your favorite evening dress or unwind in a pair of flip-flops. Select a cruise line and destination that lets you express your inner fashion diva, and remember to ask about deck attire before you pack.

Towing Your Boat In Europe

Towing Your Boat In Europe
Boat InsuranceYou should check with your insurer that your boat and trailer is covered for any accidental damage or theft during the journies to and from the event, while the boat is aboard the ferry and also for sailing and racing when you arrive. Noble Marine offer 30 days use in Europe as standard on all dinghy policies and cover damage to the boat whilst in transit by road and sea.

Some regattas will require a higher than normal limit of liability, which should be stated in the sailing instructions.

Please check your policy carefully and contact your insurance company, well in advance of your departure, if you require an extension to your policy.

Travel Insurance

When you travel abroad you should always consider buying travel insurance, however you may not be aware that many standard travel policies will exclude cover while you are racing.

As many of our clients travel abroad to compete in a variety of foreign regattas, we have been frequently asked if we are able to recommend a travel policy to cover racing.

The Noble Marine Travel Insurance page will direct you to the web site of CNA Insurance Company Limited who have custom-built pages for clients of Noble Marine, providing the usual benefits of a travel insurance policy plus an optional extension for sail racing on an amateur basis.

Useful Links:

http://www.noblemarine.co.uk

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by:Patrick Altoft