Nice Hotels for a California Vacation

Thursday, May 20, 2010

If you are an avid traveler like me, then you know how important it is to find adequate lodging to make the trip pleasant. I love California and my husband and I spend a lot of time in this state over many others. Utah would be second in the line up but Mom lives in California so naturally it goes to the top of the list. There are so many great places to visit and some of the most wondrous sites in nature there. Often when we travel, we find the hotels lacking so I'm on a quest to explore alternatives from the normal corporate hotels and motels.

I found a great line up to check out starting with the palmdale hotels. Luxury hotels equipped for extended stays with spacious rooms, breakfast bars and social hours at night are the stuff vacation dreams are made of in my world. I learned that Palmdale is the city for airplane buffs because they boast of having several museums. The area is rich with night life and a raceway as well as outdoor recreation sites. Another great place to spend your vacation down time is the lancaster california motel. If I have my way, I'm renting a suite or a fully loaded studio with all the extravagant amenities. If I can't find what I'm looking for in this motel, I'll visit the antelope valley hotels but not before I visit the aerospace museum.

I'll be taking lots of photos because the entire area is rich with scenic attractions and stories to be shared. The hotel or motel will have to be equipped with high speed internet so I can write while I'm enjoying my tour of the lavish hotels in California. Who knows, maybe I'll write a feature story about one of them?


The Midnight Writer

Renaissance brings more fun to California Beaches

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Ahoy all ye serious Rennies! If ye are planning a full schedule of festivals and faires in California this year, I have good news for ye. Dozens of renaissance faires are scheduled for 2010 and some of them are California's most popular beaches. There's an event in San Diego so pull out your travel website, plan and book one of the best san diego vacation packages before they're all sold out. This is a festival you won't want to miss. It's held annually in Balboa Park on September 11th. The event is a big deal in San Diego and all the rennie actors and vendors come out for this one.

Hotels will be scarce if you wait till summer's end. Personally, I suggest looking into an alternative to the traditional hotels, motels, campgrounds and RV parks. Tourism is big in California especially at the beaches. Add a renaissance festival in the mix and you have the formula for the nearby towns being booked solid. Most people don't want to over extend their budget.  I've found that if you book well in advance of an event, then california beach vacation rentals are not extravagant price wise. The luxury and amenities far outweigh those of most major hotel/motel chains because personal service comes with these rentals. I think it's so convenient to have breakfast and supper delivered to your door and to have your laundry picked up, cleaned and delivered. If you're busy with a big event this will save you lots of extra time and money so it's worth a little extra for the service and convenience. You can concentrate on your garments for the next show at the faire!

There is a place that is worth experiencing one time in your life, regardless which event you plan to attend or what your tourist agenda looks like. I mean, a renaissance festival is so special anyway. Why not make it unforgettable with a few nights stay at one of the mission beach vacation rentals ? Everything will be right outside your cottage or cabin. The sand, the surf and walking in the moonlight. Ahhh! I'm there already. See you when the surf's up.

The Midnight Writer

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Once a Pirate Queen always a Pirate Queen?

Thursday, April 8, 2010

I fancy myself a lady who wears the garments fit for a royal queen sitting on the balcony of my castle. Princes bow in my presence and the royal court runs to my beck and call. Aye! Tis only a pirate queens dream of fanciful livin outside the hull and deck of this creakin pirate ship that is beginning to look more like a shipwreck than the majestic ship that first set sail. Aye! I recall me early days filled with spunk and full of me ire and lust for pirate booty. Now me fancy turns to nobler pursuits and lofty places away from this salty fish stenchin hull. I ask me self this question every day. Will I always be just a pirate queen or can I change me spots? What say ye?

Use this 2010 Homebuyer Tax Credits for new Ren Costumes

Thursday, February 25, 2010

There is great news for people that are Buying First Home. This tax credit is for the sum of $8,000.00 under certain conditions. I'll explain how to get this tax credit so get your pen and paper. You'll want to plan your shopping spree for all those great renaissance costumes when your return check comes in the mail.

Start out by watching the video above, if you haven't done that already. The video goes into detail about this great opportunity to receive a generous tax benefit. It is geared towards first time home buyers who have not purchased a home within the last three years. But the deal has grown a little sweeter than originally. This tax credit is also open to home buyers who want a change of scenery after living in the same home for five years. Take note that this is a little smaller than the credit offered to first time home owners in 2010. Movers will get a $6,500 which is still a fantastic incentive to buy a new home.

I think it's a fabulous way to stimulate a sluggish economy and encourage people to continue living for their dream life by finding the house to build a home. There are a few conditions that must be met to qualify for this tax credit so please pay special attention to the details. You have to attain a written binding contract by April 30th and there can be no extensions. The closing deadline is June 30, 2010 so people have a two month window from purchase to closure. Coldwell Banker provided this information so contact them for further details.

One more thing I feel needs to be mentioned. The income limits are $125,000 for singles and $225,000 for married couples. If you're in the market and you fit into those guidelines, now is the time to buy the home of your dreams and enjoy some extra cash in your pocket for a great summer vacation.

The Midnight Writer

Is there a festival for the Ides of March?

There is great historical significance surrounding the celebration of the Ides of March. I wonder if there are any modern festivals re-enacting these traditions or if there are any theatrical productions that explore the true meaning of the Ides of March.

I've Been taking a Winter Sabbatical

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

This winter I found myself holed up in a house in the East until the road called me again. Now me mate and I are wanderin' about California missing the festivals, the faires and the gatherings. It's the time of year for me to get active in checking out the latest news on this year's events. It's time to atart planning to decide which events to put on the calendar. Visit often over the next few months to see what my research uncovers and to learn about this year's plans.

I invite you to email your ideas to renfairereese@gmail.com. Tell me about new events and fun faires or festivals on the horizon.