http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches-travel-news-82144.html en-us Copyright 2009 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:57:25 GMT 2009-12-05T07:57:25Z en-us Copyright 2009 http://www.ajc.com/travel/weekend-in-palm-beach-205283.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 From the beach to polo, Palm Beach has plenty of activities to keep tourists busy. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:58:13 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/weekend-in-palm-beach-205283.html Clara Bosonetto
 2009-11-19T19:58:13Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/a-relaxing-alternative-205277.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Part of South Carolina’s Grand Strand - a coastal area that includes Myrtle Beach to the north - Murrells Inlet is a place for those who don’t care for high-rise condos on crowded beaches. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:25:32 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/a-relaxing-alternative-205277.html Blake Guthrie 2009-11-19T19:25:32Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/weekend-in-aruba-netherlands-187434.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 The beaches and vibrant culture of Aruba can be enjoyed on a variety of budgets. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:19:30 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/weekend-in-aruba-netherlands-187434.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-11-05T20:19:30Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/3-price-points-the-169552.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Take a trolley tour of the Jekyll Island National Historic Landmark District, stroll the Cumberland Island national seashore, or cruise on a retired shrimping ship. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:41:59 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/3-price-points-the-169552.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-10-22T14:41:59Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/virgin-islands-for-25-163449.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 There are a few minor "gotchas" on an amazing offer coming out of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands (a passport-free destination for U.S. citizens). Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:34:54 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/virgin-islands-for-25-163449.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-10-15T12:34:54Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/3-price-points-grand-157870.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Get a bird’s eye view across Seven Mile Beach, visit a gathering spot for serene stingrays or take an open water diving excursion. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:06:44 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/3-price-points-grand-157870.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-10-08T18:06:44Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/five-spots-to-dive-157866.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Diving enthusiasts seeking a memorable underwater experience should dive into five locations that experts claim are all-time favorites. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:00:25 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/five-spots-to-dive-157866.html Natasha Lawrence 2009-10-08T18:00:25Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/young-guests-welcome-3-157887.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 The Caribbean offers a variety of kid-friendly resorts, including some with water parks and others hosting supervised activities to give parents a break. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:55:32 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/young-guests-welcome-3-157887.html Jill R. Dorson 2009-10-08T17:55:32Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/festivals-feature-sea-s-115049.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Two to check out this weekend: the Beaufort Shrimp Festival, a small town gem on the South Carolina coast; and the 23rd annual North Carolina Seafood Festival, featuring an array of Tar Heel State seafood. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:19:00 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/festivals-feature-sea-s-115049.html Lynn and Cele Seldon 2009-09-25T20:19:00Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/weekend-in-key-west-145961.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Set sail aboard a 118-foot gaff-rigged schooner, experience the amazing underwater world with SNUBA gear, or take a full-day saltwater fishing trip. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:07:29 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/weekend-in-key-west-145961.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-09-24T18:07:29Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/mexico-on-agents-top-143257.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 MINNEAPOLIS - Mexico took four of the top 10 spots on a list of international destinations booked by agents, managers and agency owners from the Travel Leaders company (formerly Carlson Wagonlit Travel Associates). Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:10:30 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/mexico-on-agents-top-143257.html 2009-09-21T19:10:30Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/honololu-issues-preliminary-ban-143255.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 HONOLULU - The Honolulu City Council has given preliminary approval to a ban on shark tour businesses operating on Oahu, according to The Honolulu Advertiser. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:10:22 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/honololu-issues-preliminary-ban-143255.html 2009-09-21T19:10:22Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/miami-offers-discount-attraction-143251.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 MIAMI - Miami is offering discount coupons to eight attractions during October at http://www.EveryonesaKid.com. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:01:50 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/miami-offers-discount-attraction-143251.html 2009-09-21T19:01:50Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/cuba-hopes-green-tourism-140744.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 BOCA DE GUAMA, Cuba - Crocodile 0383 is too tiny to be menacing. Three weeks old and barely the length of a candy bar, the gray and brownish-yellow beast already has all 64 jagged teeth, which glint like crushed glass in the tropical sun. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:46:15 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/cuba-hopes-green-tourism-140744.html WILL WEISSERT 2009-09-17T19:46:15Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/top-caribbean-escape-closes-137765.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - An exclusive resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands that catered to celebrities and offered personal butlers and a pillow menu has closed after less than two years of operation. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:21:05 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/top-caribbean-escape-closes-137765.html DANICA COTO 2009-09-14T04:21:05Z http://www.ajc.com/health/dangerous-staph-germs-found-137102.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 SAN FRANCISCO - Dangerous staph bacteria have been found in sand and water for the first time at five public beaches along the coast of Washington, and scientists think the state is not the only one with this problem. Sat, 12 Sep 2009 19:06:07 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/dangerous-staph-germs-found-137102.html MARILYNN MARCHIONE 2009-09-12T19:06:07Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/one-city-3-price-135282.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Paddle a kayak, ride a bike or take a relaxing walk as you get close to nature, tour an 18th-century lighthouse or explore the three-mile oceanfront Boardwalk. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:09:24 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/one-city-3-price-135282.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-09-10T14:09:24Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-city-3-price-130203.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 An aviation museum, historic village tours, and sunsets on the beach. What are you waiting for? Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:36:31 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-city-3-price-130203.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-09-03T14:36:31Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-city-3-price-109744.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Spend a little, spend a lot, or somewhere in between. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:09:57 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-city-3-price-109744.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2009-08-06T14:09:57Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/sun-and-sand-are-98790.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Labor Day is only 42 days away, so if you haven’t gotten to the beach yet this summer, what are you waiting for? Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:50:22 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/beaches/sun-and-sand-are-98790.html John Ford 2009-07-23T13:50:22Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/obama-adds-to-vineyard-98026.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 When Barack Obama kicks off his flip-flops on the Martha's Vineyard sand next month, he'll be adding a modern note to the island's black history that stretches back three centuries. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:30:35 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/obama-adds-to-vineyard-98026.html JAY LINDSAY 2009-07-22T19:30:35Z http://www.ajc.com/news/proposal-would-end-toll-92429.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 The state Department of Transportation's staff is recommending that the DOT board reverse its 2005 policy banning tolls on regular, now-free lanes. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:01:15 GMT http://www.ajc.com/news/proposal-would-end-toll-92429.html Ariel Hart 2009-07-16T07:01:15Z http://www.ajc.com/business/tiny-tv-to-go-91306.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 this time next year, Atlantans may not have to miss "American Idol" because they're out and about. They can watch on a mobile TV set about the size of an iPhone. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:11:44 GMT http://www.ajc.com/business/tiny-tv-to-go-91306.html Jeffry Scott 2009-07-15T07:11:44Z http://www.ajc.com/sports/acc-moves-tournaments-over-85030.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 Greensboro, N.C. - Concerns about the Confederate flag have led the Atlantic Coast Conference to move three future baseball tournaments out of South Carolina. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:36:08 GMT http://www.ajc.com/sports/acc-moves-tournaments-over-85030.html 2009-07-06T20:36:08Z http://www.ajc.com/sports/high-school/high-school-coaches-break-85029.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82144 When longtime Marietta High School football coach James "Friday" Richards needs a break from the sport, he grabs his rod and reel. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:32:28 GMT mcarvell@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/high-school/high-school-coaches-break-85029.html MICHAEL CARVELL 2009-07-06T20:32:28Z