Hundred Islands National Park is one of the top vacation spots in the Philippines. It’s in Pangasinan which is about 100 miles north of Manila. Hundred Islands does actually have over 100 islands but they are uninhabited and mostly quite small. But some have beaches and you can find some great beach getaway spots for swimming, picnicking and relaxing in the tropical sun. Local boat operators are available to take you out to the various islands. Many visitors come to explore the caves that are found on some of the islands and it’s a great spot to enjoy the local seafood. Lucap is the town that most tourists go to when visiting the park and The Hundred Islands Resort Hotel is located here.

At the King Mountain Ranch in the Colorado Rockies the whole family can mount up on horseback and go riding through the Arapaho National Forest. This resort dude ranch is an inexpensive getaway spot with fun things to do for the kids as well as parents. They have great programs for children that stress safety and horsemanship skills. It is designed to get kids of all skill levels up on a horse and riding either the mountain trails or the around the ranch.

Special events are the most popular with the kids like Field Days, Kid’s Only Cookout, a Lunch Ride or Hike, Tie-Dying, making Homemade Ice Cream, and a Ranch Treasure Hunt. Besides playing cowboy there are a large variety of activities available at the King Mountain Ranch such as wagon rides, rodeo type games, fishing, hiking, skeet & trap shooting and plenty more. A getaway to the King Mountain Ranch is a good inexpensive trip idea for the family.

Trekking in the Himalayan region is a great way to experience the culture, food and unique beauty of greater Nepal. Especially when your adventure trip is handled by the caring professionals at Peak Endeavour Nepal Trek. Tour with them and explore the villages, trails, cities, palaces and temples of this intriguing land. You will stay in the Tea Houses (small guest lodge)or choose a camping trek. Trek around the famed Annapurna Massif, the peaks of the Khumbu with views of Mt. Everest, The Khumbu Trek with Island Peak or Imja Tse, the prettiest mountain in the world - Ama Dablam or one of their many other trekking adventure trips.

For many people, golf is very important when choosing a place to go. England has many great places to satisfy your golf urges. Horsley Lodge is the perfect choice for a golf getaway in England. Located in Derbyshire, Horsley Lodge is a small country hotel and golf club. On premises is the fine Highlander Restaurant and 10 award winning guest rooms. They all have great views of the golf course.

The 18-hole golf course is laid out over 170 acres of the most gorgeous East Midlands countryside. It was designed by the former World Champion, Peter McEvoy. Nearby is the Peak District National Park where you can enjoy walking, biking, climbing and other outdoor fun. In between golf rounds you can take advantage of all that the Peak District and Derbyshire have to offer; beautiful scenery, outdoor activities, shopping, festivals and shows. Horsley Lodge, Derbyshire is great for combining a family trip with your England golf getaway plans.

For a golf spa vacation try the Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California. Surrounded by desert and mountains this resort is in a unique location. The beautiful 18-hole championship golf courses, Palm Desert Springs and Valley Desert Springs are popular with both the golf pros and many Hollywood stars. They were both designed by the "King of Waterscapes", Ted Robinson.

The Desert Springs resort spa features massage and body treatments for both men and women. Desert Springs has fitness classes, personal training including one-on-one yoga and Pilates. The Kids Klub organizes fun adventure activities for the kids. Nearby is Joshua Tree National Park and Indian Canyons where you can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking.