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December 31, 2007

Yellowstone For The New Year

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Winter in Yellowstone National Park is a revelation. This is known as Yellowstone’s Quiet Season, as the landscape transforms into a magical, snow covered world. Fewer tourists and less traffic make this the perfect time to enjoy unparalleled opportunities to see and photograph wildlife.  In addition you get to enjoy the serenity of Yellowstone that only the very observant get to glimpse at other times.

 

At National Park Reservations we offer over a dozen lodging options in and around Yellowstone.  Log on at http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/yellowstone.htm or call us toll free 1-866-875-8456 to make your winter getaway reservations today!

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December 28, 2007

Lake Powell Winter Events

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by Astrid Sieger 

Lake Powell National Park is located in Southwest Utah, on the edge of the Colorado Plateau. Although summers have the highest visitation at this destination more people should consider making this their winter getaway! While summer temperatures average range 110° F (38°C) in June & July, the weather is considerably more bearable in the winter, when average day time temps are 45 degrees (F). 

There are many winter activities.  And while you can still enjoy a stay on the lake in a houseboat you might also enjoy some of these events that are going on in January and February of 2008.

JANUARY
  9 - Glen Canyon Lecture Series at Page Town House 7PM
19 – Lake Powell Concert Association presents Cellist Ian Ginburg and Pianist Sherry Lenich - Duo West Cultural Arts Building at Page High School 7PM Tickets available at door.
20 - Page Lake Powell Chamber of Commerce 48th Annual Awards Banquet @ the Courtyard by Marriott.

FEBRUARY

13 - Glen Canyon Lecture Series at Page Town House 7PM
16 - Lake Powell Concert Association presents Dan Pinson’s Jazz’tet Cultural Arts Building at Page High School 7PM Tickets available at door.

For houseboat and other lodging accommodations log onto http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/lakepowell.htm or call National Park Reservations toll free at 1-866-875-8456 today!

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December 26, 2007

Yosemite’s Evergreen Lodge Snowshoe Package

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Winter is a wonderful season in Yosemite National Park.  During this time you will find fewer visitors and magical winter landscape. Come enjoy the Evergreen Lodge two-night Winter Snowshoe Package and take advantage of the many recreational opportunities during this serene, majestic season.

The Winter Snowshoe Package includes lodging, full breakfast each morning, Giant Sequoia Guided Snowshoe Walk ($40 upgrade per adult for Rim of the Valley Snowshoe Walk) or full-day snowshoe rental, freshly-made trail lunch, and happy hour hot toddy.

 

Choose from Couples or family packages February 1 – March 13 2008.

 

Call National Park Reservations today to book your Evergreen Lodge Winter Snowshoe Package at 1-866-875-8456.

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December 19, 2007

Yosemite’s Four Seasons Vacation homes

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Last year a couple of good friends of mine spent Christmas weekend at Yosemite. Following is an excerpt from their account of this holiday they call “the best ever.”Our weekend started at the Yosemite Four Seasons Vacations Rentals. We found that the Four Seasons was perfect for our vacation; located just a few miles south of the Yosemite Valley it was ideal for what we planned to see during this trip. The room itself was luxurious with three bedrooms, a pool table, two TV/VCR sets, a full kitchen, fireplaces, 5 huge beds and a large hot tub.Our first morning we awoke early in order to watch the sun rise and caught it first rays over the valley. Later we took the Tioga Pass Road across Yosemite and took in views of famous sights such as Half Dome, Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne, and Tuolumne Meadows.

The next morning we headed out to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Falls. Here we hiked around and ate lunch by the falls – a terrific experience. Along the way we got to experience magnificent views, surreal in nature. If you’ve never been to Yosemite or have only come in the summer, try the “off-season” — winter turns this place into a magical, special place. Christmas vacation was our wonderful opportunity to experience this great place.

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December 18, 2007

New Addition to Sequoia National Park

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National Park Reservations is proud to now represent The Gateway Lodge located just outside the entrance to stunning Sequoia National Park.

The Gateway was built in the mid-20th Century and has been a staple lodging option for Sequoia visitors for many decades.  The Gateway features a full service restaraunt that makes this a complete vacation destination. 

Call or log on to make your reservations at the Gateway Lodge and Restaraunt today, 1-866-875-8456 or nationalparkreservations.com/sequoia_gateway.htm. 

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December 11, 2007

Death Valley One of 53 Places To Go In 2008

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The New York Times has ranked Death Valley between Nevada and California among its 53 Places to go in the next year (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/09/travel/09where.html?pagewanted=1&ei=5087&em&en=f973113e5926fabd&ex=1197522000).

Death Valley is home to the Timbisha Shoshone and to plants and animals unique to the harshest deserts. This is a place of legend and a place of trial. According to the NY Times, “It’s too early to predict, but recent heavy rains have some flower bloggers already speculating about a dazzling spring bloom in Death Valley next year. Death Valley is home to more than 1,000 species of wildflower, and in that special spring after a wet fall and winter, the brown desert landscape is carpeted with Technicolor fields of blossoms.”

To make lodging reservations for Death Valley National Park log onto http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/deathvalley.htm or call our toll free reservations number at 1-866-875-8456.

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December 10, 2007

Wuksachi Winter Packages

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As if you needed an incentive for vacationing at Sequoia National Park the Wuksachi Lodge gives you just that.  Great winter lodging packages lure the adventurous seekers of prestine and majestic beauty found at Sequoia.  

WINTER FAMILY FUN PACKAGE

Includes nightly accommodations and cross-country ski rentals OR snowshoe rentals for the parents and a sled for each child to keep.
Rates start at $119 plus tax, per room, per night, and are valid any day from December 21, 2007 through March 31, 2008

WINTER SKI EXPLORERS PACKAGE

Includes nightly accommodations and cross-country ski rentals OR snowshoe rentals for the parents and a sled for each child to keep.
Rates start at $119 plus tax, per room, per night, and are valid any day from December 21, 2007 through March 31, 2008

WINTER SKI EXPLORERS PACKAGE

Includes nightly accommodations and all-day rentals of Cross-Country skis, boots, and poles for each person in the room.
Valid any day from December 21, 2007 to March 30, 2008

ROMANCE PACKAGE

Includes nightly accommodations, dinner for 2, chocolate truffles, and a guided moonlit snowshoe walk (snowshoe rentals included), as well as a hot cocoa after the guided walk.  Rates start at $209 plus tax, per room, per night, and are valid any day from February 1, 2008 to March 15, 2008.

BED AND BREAKFAST

Starting at just $109* per couple, you’ll get nightly accommodations and a hot breakfast for two at Wuksachi Lodge.  

Rates are valid October 28 - December 21, 2007, excluding holidays, and subject to availability.  Restrictions may apply.

TOUR PACKAGE

Includes nightly accommodations and a half-day tour of Sequoia National Park that includes Moro Rock, Round Meadow, Tunnel Log, and the General Sherman Tree.  Valid August 17 to December 31, 2007, excluding holiday weekends.

For more information and to make your Wuksachi reservations today call National Park Reservations toll free at 1-866-875-8456, or log on at http://nationalparkreservations.com/sequoia_wuksachi.htm

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December 7, 2007

Rocky Mountain Music

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Rocky Mountain National Park is just miles from the town of Estes Park in northern Colorado.  This winter when visiting Rocky Mountain indulge yourself in the music of the Estes Park Music Festival at the Stanley Hotel - Winter Concert Series.

The Winter Concert Series at Estes Park runs November thru April - Sunday Afternoons 2:00-3:15 pm. Tickets are available at the door on the day of the concert for $5.00 for adults.  Children and students are free. 

 

In January you’ll have your choice of four different concerts:

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Lyric Ensemble flute, guitar, cello
13 Julia Kruger/Victor Bunin duo piano
20 New Wizard Oil Combination Doo Whop A Capella Men’s Chorus
27 Voice of the Wood celli

 

 

This is a great opportunity to fill your senses not only with the beauty of Rocky Mountain but the beauty of great music.

 

For Rocky Mountain National Park lodging reservations log on at www.nationalparkreservations.com/rockymountain.htm or call toll free 1-866-875-8456 today!

 

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December 6, 2007

January Yosemite National Park Events

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In winter months Yosemite National Park turns into a veritable Winter-wonderland.  Here you will find the majesty found in the park year round covered with a magical dusting of ice crystals and soft, white snow.  Yosemite is open year round and you may enter the park 24 hours a day. The entrance fee to Yosemite National Park is $20 per vehicle and is good for seven days. Reservations are not needed to enter the park. Private vehicles are allowed to drive into and around Yosemite Valley.
 

January is a wonderful time to visit Yosemite as general visitation is lower than in the summer and with less crowds you will often be able to visit sites normally to packed to enjoy.  January also brings wonderful events you wouldn’t want to miss, including:

 

Chef’s Holiday

This extremely popular event combines the beauty and grace of The Ahwahnee with superb culinary delights not usually on the menu. Each session features a different guest chef. The event starts with a reception where you can meet the chef. Then you are treated to a cooking demonstration and tour of the kitchen. The session will end with an exquisite Chef’s Banquet consisting of a remarkable five-course meal complete with fine wines. This event is held each year on selected dates in January and February. This event fills fast and reservations are a must, tickets are about $140.
 

Sleigh Rides
A sleigh ride is a great way to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of Yosemite. This large wooden sleigh with seating for 10-12 people is pulled by a beautiful team of Belgian draft horses. The ride will take participants down Jackson Road, which is an historic route. Be sure to watch for the wildlife that inhabits the area during the winter months. Rides are scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays November- January only. Adults $20, children $15.

Call National Park Reservations today to make you Yosemite National Park lodging reservations today! 1-866-875-8456 or log on http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/yosemite.htm

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December 3, 2007

Yellowstone January 2008 Events

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Time to gear up for another great year at America’s national parks. The fun starts early in the year aYellowstone National Park.  Check out the line up in January:

“Winter Speaker Series,” Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center
The annual Winter Speaker Series is sponsored by the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center and Yellowstone National Park. The programs often include slide shows and are always interactive. Participants get to ask all the questions they would have just wondered about had an expert not been right at hand. Program topics range from elk and bison to thermal features and geology. Evening programs will be held throughout January and February at the Center.
Spam Cup #2

Citizens Ski Races
The second in a series of citizen’s races, the Spam Cups are designed to be fun for everyone.  And, of course, the winner gets SPAM!
Moonlight Basin, Big Sky NASTAR Racing (Every Fri, Sat, Sun)
NASTAR runs from 11 Am - 3PM, Friday to Sunday on Powder River.

WINTERFEST 2007, Island Park, Idaho
Torch parade, Fireworks display,
Big Sky Sno-Ball, Big Sky Resort
This exciting event for the family will feature ice sculpture exhibitions, an ice bar complete with snow tables and stools, children’s bouncer room, drink and food specials, and live music. Join us in the evening from 6-8 pm for an outdoor party in the Sno-bar.

“Ol’ Ladies Snowmobile Race”
22nd Annual Helen Thompson Ol’ Ladies X-C Snowmobile Classic in Island Park, Idaho.

WYSEF Adventure - Moonlight Ski
Meet WYSEF staff and board members at the Trailhead Building at 7:00 PM ready to head out for a moonlight ski. Plan on being out for about 2 hours.

The dates for these events are all yet to be announced but will all take place in January 2008.  For more information on dates at times you can log on to the various event pages. 

To make your lodging reservations simply log on or call National Park reservations at http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/yellowstone.htm and 1-866-875-8456 today!  

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