An outdoor adventure getaway means something to different to everyone. From the weekend warrior who wants to flirt with nature to the serious explorer who wants to become one with nature, travelers will find all levels of outdoor adventure in Tioga County, Pa.

It was my good fortune to go to the small city of Ubud recently. Its natural beauty, friendly people, exotic views, culinary delights, rice terraces and spiritual aspects fascinated me.

The Maryland Port Administration announced this week that approximately 167,000 passengers embarked on 81 homeport cruises from the Port of Baltimore in 2009.

The weather outside may be frightful, but those looking for a family-friendly place to come in from the cold can’t go wrong with a Great Wolf Lodge getaway. And don’t forget your bathing suits because it’s always 84 degrees at the lodge’s water park.

Looking for a new place to go this year? How about planning a romantic getaway for Valentine’s Day? Here are a few suggestions that are sure to cure cabin fever!

On October 23, 24 and 25, The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will celebrate 26 years of ZooBOOO! fun, now a Baltimore Halloween tradition.  The event takes place from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Zoo in the Waterfowl Lake Pavilion area. This year ZooBOOO! includes Baltimore’s safest Halloween trick-or-treating, visits from our spookiest Animal [...]

The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum has gone batty! Come to the boo-seum for fall and Halloween fun. Come to the Bat Ball for all kinds of fun; prizes for best bat and Batman. Oct. 24; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. & 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; Refreshments available; Boo-seum: free with admission; Call for Ball tickets.
Contact: 410-939-4800, www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org
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Celebrate the Annual Patuxent Wildlife Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Visitors may see live animals up-close, learn about cutting-edge wildlife research, participate in children’s activities, wander the woodlands, or explore forest, wetland and meadow habitats on an all-electric tram.  You will also be able to climb aboard a bus for a behind-the-scenes tour of the normally [...]

Fiddler’s Festival, 5K Race, Sea Witch Hunt, Scarecrow Making, Witch’s Brew, Costume Parade, Horse Show on the Beach, Broom Tossing Contest, Best Costumed Pet Parade, Trick or Treat Night, Horsedrawn Hayrides, Duck Calling Contest, Magic & Entertainment Shows, Kid’s Treasure Hunt and much MORE!

Scarecrow Making Sat.10-5; Sun.10-3
Costume Parade Sat.11a.m.
Pony Rides on the Beach Sat.12-4; Sun [...]

A Fall Celebration Featuring Four Distinctive Homes
Trinity Episcopal Church of Solebury announces its 19th Annual House Tour set for Saturday, Oct.17, 2009 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rain or Shine, “Autumn in Bucks County” is a one-day-only seasonal celebration featuring four distinctive homes nestled in beautiful Solebury Township.  Each house offers a unique combination [...]