My Top 3 Places to Go for a Weekend Getaway

Depending on the type of weekend getaway you are looking for, you can find three excellent places to go for a weekend getaway. My top three picks would include a bed and breakfast with a winery tour included, a historical getaway that would have to be Washington, DC, and an exciting getaway filled with shopping, eating, and entertainment, New York City.

Bed and Breakfast With a Winery

Romance would send you to the Bed and Breakfast with a winery tour included. For a two night stay, you and your significant other can enjoy a tranquil environment, excellent waiting service, and romantic entertainment for two. There are several Bed and Breakfasts that offer a stay that includes a winery tour, like the Manucci Winery, also known as the Wild Coyote Estate Winery located in Paso Robles, California. Visiting here will make you feel like you stepped into Mexico, with it's interior decor, the outside structure, and the private grounds. At Wild Coyote, you an your guest will enjoy a beautiful sunset, a view of the vineyards, and be surrounded by fabulous mountains and canyons. In the middle of the estate you will find one of the five rooms you will be staying, full of a tribal artworks, relaxing beds, and private bathrooms. On one side of your room you will find the winery, where all their fine wines are produced. On the other side of your room, you will find the tasting room, open daily from 11am to 5pm. Taste fine wine, sample a few you like, and purchase a bottle for your room or to take home and share. On occassion, Wild Coyote offers an special event, like BBQ Pow wows and art seminars and workshops. You can check out their website at www.wildcoyote.biz.

Historical Washington, DC

Washington, DC provides an excellent historical weekend getaway. There are plenty of sites to see and most you don't have to pay for. Take your family, friends, or significant other to Washington, DC and several places, like Capital Hill, Chinatown, Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, and more. Here you will find historical museums, statues, and mansions across the area. The annual 2010 Cherry Blossom Festival begins March 27th through April 11th this year, and expected to bring atleast 1million visitors to the area. With scientific proof of the cherry trees blossoming on April 1 through the 4th, visitors can see one of natures finest moments. Take a site seeing day to visit Lincoln's Memorial, open 24 hours a day and free to the public, The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Holocaust Memorial Museum, open from 10am to about 5pm daily and the admission is free. You will be moved by the historical value each one has to offer. If you are looking for an outdoor adventure, check out the Smithsonian National Zooligical Park, where you will pay for parking only up to $20, Washington Harbour, and Hains Point. Washington, DC has so many places to visit that are free to visit, that you can make this a weekend getaway several times.

New York City Entertainment

For a fast paced, crowded weekend getaway, New York City is an excellent weekend getaway, especially if you like to shop, eat, and spend money. Time Square offers digital entertainment, lights and plenty of music entertainment and is located in Manhatten at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Street. Here you visitors will find art, theatre, shopping, dining, and events like the New Year's Ball Drop and the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. Variety is everywhere, and you can purchase anything you can think of here. Fifth Avenue is the best shopping area in the city, where you will find Ralph Lauren, Barney's and more. You may also find places that are in your city as well, like the Disney Store, the Gap, and Forever 21, but just a littler pricier. If you are looking for the latest styles and products, New York is the place to go. If it just came out in the stores, you will find it here first. New York City offers an excellent variety of restaurants. If you love to eat, try new things, and visit the best restaurants in the US, you will indulge yourself here. New York City offers the best BBQ, Sushi, and Seafood right in one place. Spend $20 or more per plate, but savor the flavor cause you might not be able to afford to visit anytime soon. New York City is a once a year weekend getaway and takes a little saving, but you won't regret it. You will take plenty of memories with you.

Sources:

www.wildcoyote.biz

http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide-474886-washington_vacations-i

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