posted by cgleper on 16 November 2010 at 15:22
Key Biscayne is a beautiful area south of Miami beach. The views of the ocean are unparalleled and some of the beaches are really charming, as well as being much less crowded than those in Miami proper. The Crandon family amusement park is a great place to take kids and has an Indian village and pirate area.
where, when, how, web
South of Miami Beach
tags
Miami
natural beauty
family
love it 0 0 loathe it
posted by ceisenhart on 16 November 2010 at 15:05
Considering that the everglades feel like some sort of primordial swamp, the fact that their only about an hour's drive from Miami is quite surreal. You have to visit if you're in Miami, you get to ride on this bizarre hovercraft vessel in hunt of alligators and other wildlife. You might even get the chance to hold one of the baby alligators which look deeply evil but very cute at the same time.
where, when, how, web
about 1 hour outside Miami
tags
Miami
natural beauty
wildlife
love it 0 0 loathe it
posted by dwheeler on 16 November 2010 at 11:59
Castel Gandolfo is on the outskirts of Rome and is famed for being the place where the pope takes his summer holidays. Given how close it is to Rome proper, Castel Gandolfo feels surprisingly like a small traditional Italian village. There's a beautiful lake, some enchanting streets and some great places to have a bite to eat.
where, when, how, web
15 miles south east of Rome
tags
Rome
relaxation
natural beauty
dining
love it 0 0 loathe it
posted by gmarshall on 16 November 2010 at 11:54
The Traiano Lake is an artificial lake located in the Oasi di Porto. It's not that far from Rome but is relatively unknown which is great because it means that you don't really see many tourists here. the great thing about this place is that you can get a guided tour of te park in a horse drawn carriage. A perfect day trip to cool off and relax.
where, when, how, web
Fiumicino
tags
Rome
natural beauty
park
relaxation
love it 0 0 loathe it
posted by fwardle on 16 November 2010 at 11:44
If, like me, you need to escape the heat and bustle of Rome for a day, this is the place for you. Bracciano is a sweet little town just 40km outside Rome. It's set on a scenic lake and features an incredible castle - a proper turrets, portcullis and drawbridge affair.
where, when, how, web
40 km outside Rome
tags
Rome
architecture
natural beauty
day trip
love it 0 0 loathe it