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Ski and Soak, Ride and Relax at First Farm Inn minutes from Cincinnati

 

Ski or board all day at Perfect North Slopes just 10 miles away in Southeastern Indiana. Check into First Farm Inn Kentucky, an elegant, updated 1870s farmhouse on 20 acres of rolling hills.  Enjoy spacious rooms, private baths, a real wood-burning fireplace or a private electronic fireplace next to your antique queen-sized bed.  Wake to a bountiful homemade breakfast. (Check www.perfectnorth.com for ski conditions and information on snowboarding, tubing and equipment rental.)

          Come back to sit under the stars in the outdoor hot tub and enjoy a massage. After enjoying another great breakfast, head to the barn for a horseback ride.  Or postpone your massages until your second or third night and take a moonlight ride in the snow! (Two night minimum for New Year’s, Valentine’s, MLKing & President’s Day.) Skiing is subject to weather conditions, usually available Dec.- March 1.

First Farm Inn
2510 Stevens Road
Idlewild, Ky 41080
859-586-0199
email: info@firstfarminn.com   
www.firstfarminn.com

First Farm Inn - Idlewild, KY

Love animals? Visit with

friendly cats, dog and horses

First Farm Inn
2510 Stevens Road
Idlewild, Ky 41080
859-586-0199
email: info@firstfarminn.com   
www.firstfarminn.com

Rescued cats, dog and horses offer unlimited "fur therapy" at First Farm Inn.  Often described as "the friendliest animals I've ever met" our critters love attention.  Revel in cat snuggles.  Take a walk accompanied by Fluffy dog.  Groom a horse.  Sit in the barn and watch the animals interact.  Spent two hours with Jen and the horses working on balance and equine communication.

Can't stand leaving Fido behind during your get-away?  If he or she has good manners and fits in comfortably with other animals, bring him along for the same additional charge as a child.

Repeatedly named "Best for Rest & Relaxation" and an outstanding small business, First Farm Inn is an elegant, updated 1870s farmhouse on 20 acres of rolling hills 20 minutes from Cincinnati. 

Luxuriate in privacy and quiet in this two-room country bed and breakfast.  Relax with conventional or hot stone massages in your spacious and comfortable room with queen-sized beds and private baths.  Sip champagne in the outdoor hot tub.  Sit in front of the fireplace. 

Enjoy a private riding lesson with your significant other and the friendly, happy horses at First Farm Inn.  Wake to a fabulous, healthy breakfast.  Historic barns, fishing, ponds, row boat, hiking, rocking chairs, friendly cats and dog and more.

Girlfriend getaways.  Midweek, multi-day discounts.  Perfect North Ski packages.  Gift certificates.  

Price starts at $117

 

 

 

Hoover Dam: A Dam Good Look At History

 

 

I know a visit to a dam might not be the first thing on your mind when you come to an exciting, glamorous city like Las Vegas. But it should be. Hoover Dam is the most famous dam in the world. Located just 30 miles from Las Vegas, it was built in 1935 and still remains one of the greatest public works projects ever created.

Now usually I’m not all that interested in civil engineering and I’ve never had a mind for science. But seeing Hoover Dam was an eye-opening and at times jaw-dropping experience—one that made me take a moment to reflect on the ingenuity and fortitude of mankind.

When I visited, I took the 35-minute guided tour that allowed me to go into the dam. I was fascinated looking at the old photographs and watching the film about the people who built Hoover Dam. It’s astonishing to imagine some of the tasks that were part of this colossal construction effort. I didn’t know tunnels were dug on both sides of Black Canyon to literally move the raging Colorado River so the dam’s foundation could be laid. Not only that, but I was amazed by the manufacturing and cooling processes for the massive amounts of concrete needed to make the blocks that would comprise the dam.

Today, Hoover Dam not only forms a reservoir of water for drinking and irrigation, but it also supplies electricity. As part of the tour, I got to take the elevator down into the dam’s heart to see where and how this electricity is generated. That was a highlight to me—getting to stand on the platform overlooking the turbine hall, which is cavernous. It’s so big you can barely see the other end of the room.

Another highlight that I should mention was a simple one. I enjoyed strolling across the top of the dam. It’s such a great sight from above. While standing there, you can see all the water being held back and the huge intake towers. One funny thing is the change in time zones as you walk from one side of the dam to the other. In fact, there are large clocks on two of the intake towers to let you know that you are on Pacific Standard Time on the Nevada side of the dam and Mountain Standard Time on the Arizona side. The state line actually runs right through the center of the dam.

There are plenty of other great views from points all around Hoover Dam. I also enjoyed the artwork designed to honor its builders. There are two beautiful winged sculptures near a flagpole and a bronze statue of a high scaler near the café. I also spotted the grave of a dog that was a beloved pal to the workers during the dam’s construction. All of these tributes really brought that period in history alive for me.

It’s important to remember the building of Hoover Dam, which started during the Great Depression, revived this area economically—especially the city of Las Vegas. Plus, its construction was a real feat considering the place—a barren, unforgiving desert. So believe me when I say that in this day and age, Hoover Dam is still a marvel and one that you should not miss!

Written by Travel Gal, Renee Libutti

 

Soundview Bed and Breakfast Cottage of Seattle, WA

 

 

 

Welcome to Soundview Bed & Breakfast Cottage, a secluded, romantic, completely private cottage. Curl up and relax in the newly decorated living room with cozy electric woodstove, stereo, Cable TV, DVD, and VCR with a generous library of videos and music, while the High- speed Internet connection lets you stay in touch.

Wrap up in one of our soft spa robes, step onto your private deck, and let your cares melt away in the hot tub, overlooking the waterways of Puget Sound. At the end of the day, fall into the comfy king-sized bed piled high with down pillows and comforter.

The cottage guest enjoys one of the most lovely views of Puget Sound, overlooking the beach houses of Three Tree Point, with a backdrop of the Olympic Mountains. Guests enjoy sunsets over Vashon Island and eagles cruising the shores from the private deck and hot tub.

Located just minutes from SeaTac International Airport, Soundview is among the nearest bed and breakfast lodging facilities to the airport in the area - yet, it is delightfully quiet, secluded and peaceful. It’s also only 15-20 minutes from Pike’s Place Market, the Seattle Center, Pioneer Square, and the sports stadiums.

Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in the complete kitchen and delightful dining area. We provide a wide variety of breakfast foods such as whole-grain breads, fresh fruit, gourmet coffee, yogurt, fresh-squeezed orange juice, pancake mix, free-range eggs and omelet fixings like grated cheese and sliced mushrooms. When you awake, you can prepare your breakfast at your own pace while enjoying your cozy, private get-away.

 

You'll find everything you need to create your own morning feast — better than home. Your other meals can be self-catered in the complete kitchen, or you can order food delivered to your door. Several excellent restaurants are within 5 minutes of the cottage. But some of our guests never want to leave!

Whether your accommodation needs are for a personal retreat, a romantic interlude, or a comfortable place to stay while in Seattle on business, Soundview B&B welcomes you! We look forward to sharing our legacy of intimate seclusion, spectacular vistas, and thoughtful hospitality.

 

Thanksgiving Dinner at The Whale & Ale - San Pedro CA

Thanksgiving menu 2008
Our traditional House Salad of mixed baby lettuces, sliced mushrooms, crumbled blue cheese, chopped walnuts & creamy house salad dressing or

Scottish Cockaleekie soup.
Carved Roast Fresh Hen Turkey; with buttered carrots, mashed fresh potatoes, homemade country gravy, cornbread stuffing & cranberry sauce

Pan roasted Atlantic Salmon with mashed russet potatoes, fresh carrots & green beans
Glazed Roast Duck in Cumberland Sauce
with mashed russet potatoes, fresh carrots & green beans.

Whale & Ale Burger & English Chips: choice ground Wagyu beef (the best), char grilled & served with lettuce, tomato, crispy onion & sun dried-tomato mayonnaise, English chips.

Filet Mignon (additional $4.25): tender and lean eight ounce filet of beef, sautéed, topped with melted blue cheese sauce; with mashed russet potatoes,

fresh carrots & green beans.
The Anne Boleyn eight-ounce cut of Roast Prime Rib of Beef includes Yorkshire pudding, fresh carrots & green beans  & mashed russet potatoes
per person  $24.50.

Dessert choices:
Homemade Pumpkin pie  $3.45; English Sherry trifle $5.50 or

Cumberland Sticky Toffee Pudding $5.50

 

Happy Thanksgiving from The Whale & Ale in San Pedro, CA

Whale & Ale events in November

Every Friday Night.... visit The Whale & Ale and enjoy the fine entertainment of Rob Klopfenstein and Guests joining him at the Piano, no cover charge for Bar or Dinner Guests.   7 to 9:30 p.m.

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Thursday, November 6:  First Thursday. Enjoy our full menu, or take advantage of   the one-night Starving Artists $25 fixed three-course menu.

Patty and Dayton of Izon Eden will entertain you: (no cover charge).

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