By Kirstin N. Fuller

Where Are We Going?

Even in our tight economic times, there is one tradition that we are still holding onto with both hands…our vacations!  With rising gas prices and plane tickets, Americans are still planning their family vacations, couples getaways and those weekends with the fellas.  You are probably wondering, “Where Are We Going?”  According to the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), everyone’s headed to the state of Florida.  23.6% of travelers are choosing a city in Florida to spend their hard earned vacation dollars.  Celebrities are even jumping on the Florida band wagon as well.

When the hustle and bustle of  Hollywood becomes too much to bear,  celebrated actress  Vivica Fox heads to Miami’s South beach for a little rest and relaxation.  “Miami, Florida is my favorite city to visit for a quick vacation,” says Fox.   Also known as the American Riviera, Miami is legendary for its fabulous night clubs, restaurants and elegant boutique hotels.  What is the most sought after hotel on South Beach?  “The Hotel Victor is one of my favorite hotels because it is right on South Beach,” says Fox.    An upscale boutique hotel, The Hotel Victor successfully captures the beauty and elegance of the 1930s.    Vivica Fox’s favorite hotel also hosts Spa V, which is a 6,000 sq. ft spa that features Parisian spa treatments, fabulous pool and a state of the art fitness facility.  When you are not enjoying a morning workout or a sensational massage, you can retreat to one of the 88 rooms that offers the best in luxury.  Each room has a LCD panel television, dvd/cd player and a spa bathroom that boasts an infinity edge soaking tub and a fabulous view of the ocean.  The Hotel Victor is a definite must see while in Miami!

When she is not taking in the sun of South Beach or on location filming in Morocco or Toronto, Canada, Vivica Fox would love to visit the vacation city of her dreams.    “Paris is my ultimate dream vacation.  It is the one place in the world that I have not been to but would love to visit,” says Fox. While in Paris, you must make time for the Black Paris Tour.  The Black Paris Tour was created by Oakland, CA. native Ricki Stevenson and takes visitors on a memorable journey through the Black historical landmarks of Paris (visit www.blackparistour.com for details).    Paris is the fourth most popular international vacation destination, with 6.4% of vacationers visiting the city that once was home to legendary performer Josephine Baker.  London, Rome, Cancun and Montego Bay, Jamaica round out the top five international vacation destinations. 

Where Should We Be Going!

Don’t want to go to South Beach with Vivica or even Paris for that matter.  Want a little Caribbean spice in your vacation life?  Well then, let’s talk about Jamaica for a few minutes!  The home of Reggae legend, Bob Marley, seven miles of heavenly beaches, great Caribbean food and the magnificent waterfalls in Dunns River Falls.  Don’t you want to go to Jamaica, Man?  If your answer is yes!  I have the perfect resorts for you.   Beaches Negril Resort & Spa, Beaches Sandy Bay and Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club in Ocho Rios are three luxury included, all inclusive resorts perfect for a family vacation or that romantic vacation for you and that someone special.  All three resorts feature Red Lane Signature Spas, Pirate Island Waterparks, Sesame Street Caribbean Adventures, and breathtaking ocean views. 

Beaches Resorts have been voted “best family all-inclusive resorts” by vacationers and travel agents nine years in a row!  So what exactly does all inclusive mean?  An all inclusive Beaches vacation means that all meals/snacks and unlimited premium drinks are included in your vacation package price along with all recreational activities (golf, tennis water sports etc.), unlimited use of fitness facilities, roundtrip airport transfers, nighttime entertainment, unlimited access to the waterparks, certified nannies, supervised kids activities, free access to XBOX Oasis game centers, and a host of other activities awaiting you upon arrival. 

Wherever your heart leads you on vacation, remember to leave your worries behind and open your eyes to the beautiful world created for us!

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Save the window seat for me!

–The Travel Diva

** Images of the Hotel Victor graciously provided by the Hotel Victor.

** Image of Pirates Island Waterpark & Beaches Resorts, graciously provided by Unique Vacations, Inc. – Worldwide Representative of Beaches & Sandals Resorts.

The Travel Diva aka Kirstin N. Fuller is the Editor-In-Chief of the travel magazine, Reservations…The Ultimate African American Travel Guide. 

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