Travel Deals Commemorating Black History Month

Besides Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year, and Groundhog’s Day, the month of February is also a time to celebrate the accomplishments on African Americans. February is Black History Month and the occasion is not being lost on B&Bs around the world. Dozens of quaint lodgings are offering deep discounts to commemorate the annual celebration that has existed since 1926. Take a look: MASSACHUSETTS The Lathrop House located in Springfield, Massachusetts’ historic Forest Park district is a refurbished 1899 Victorian home, which features a stunning rose garden, and a handful of rooms decorated in florals. The well-known B&B is situated about … Continue reading →

Cozy Retreat In Paradise

Are you a “Wheel of Fortune” fan? I used to be a die-hard fan when I was younger, but these days I rarely if ever get to watch the popular TV game show. So imagine my surprise when I was flipping through the channels last week (I was actually trying to find out more about the winter tornados that hit the southern part of our state) and stumbled across an episode of “Wheel of Fortune.” I was just about to continue flipping when my eye caught a spoke on the wheel with “Volcano” written on it. Someone who was born … Continue reading →

Bad News for B&B Lovers in Hawaii

If you are one of the millions of travelers to the Hawaiian Island of Maui who forgo crowded overpriced oceanside resorts in exchange for a much quieter experience at an upcountry Bed and Breakfast then I have bad news for you—-your lodging options are about to dwindle considerably. The county is cracking down on privately owned B&Bs island-wide. Effective January 1, an estimated 1,000 unlicensed B&Bs, condominiums and short-term vacation rentals, most along Maui’s scenic Hana Highway or on the slopes of the island’s legendary Haleakala volcano, were forced to shut down or face potential fines of up to $1,000 … Continue reading →

What To Consider Before Staying At A Bed and Breakfast

Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away. The holiday falls on a Wednesday this year so you can bet that Bed and Breakfast’s around the country will see brisk business on the days leading up and following February 14th. And why not? Unlike its flashy resort cousin, the B&B is known for providing a cozy, intimate, romantic experience. Well… that is if you pick the right one. The following are some points to remember before pulling out your credit card to book a room: Location. When I was doing research about B&B’s I found that Fredericksburg, Texas (population 9,000) … Continue reading →