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10 great drivable vacation spots from New Jersey

Now that summer has unofficially come to an end, many smart travelers choose this time of year to take a vacation. Prices have dropped while the weather is better than ever. The crowds are reduced, and traveling is a lot easier…BY CAR.

If you’ve taken a flight recently you know how crazy things have gotten, from long delays to multiple cancelations.

The good news is that there are plenty of great vacations within decent driving distance from New Jersey, not to mention the Jersey Shore that you can almost have to yourself, especially during the week.

Here in the northeastern part of the country, we are blessed with so many amazing places to see and some special resorts to enjoy in probably the best part of the year. Here are just a few of the places you can check out just a few hours from The Garden State.

OCEAN HOUSE — Watch Hill, Rhode Island.

INN AT PERRY CABIN RESORT — St. Michael’s, Maryland.

GURNEY’S — Montauk, New York

MAYFLOWER INN & SPA — Washington, Connecticut

MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE — New Paltz, New York

THE SAGAMORE RESORT — Bolton Landing, New York

BLANTYRE RESORT — Lenox Massachusetts

THE CAVALIER HOTEL — Virginia Beach, Virginia

KESWICK HALL — Keswick, Virginia

THE LODGE AT WOODLOCK — Hawley, Pennsylvania

Whether you wait for the foliage to change in the next month or you choose to get away soon, you’re sure to find one of these spots perfect for your fall getaway. Or you can just drive to the shore!

Opinions expressed in the post above are those of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Dennis Malloy only.

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Top 20 Places You Could Travel to with a Washington Enhanced ID

If you have been itching to get out of town, perhaps even traveling outside of Washington state, did you know that if you have your Enhanced ID/Enhanced Driver’s License you can travel to twenty places without having to get a passport or passport card? **NOTE: This travel benefit only applies if you are traveling by land or by sea! Native Americans can present tribal documents (get more info here).

I had heard that you can upgrade your regular Washington state driver’s license for just 20 bucks, so I made my appointment online at the Department of Licensing office in Union Gap (2725 Rudkin Rd) and waited my turn in line. I had already filled out my initial application on the DOL website so all I had to do was bring along my Social Security Card and a copy of my birth certificate. It didn’t take very long; I would say the whole process once I got to the DMV was no more than 30 minutes, if that. Not bad for a $20 upgrade!

The coolest part of the experience was once my picture was taken for my new enhanced ID, the clerk told me that I was now allowed to travel to Canada and Mexico with my new license! I did some research later and found out that we can also travel to United States Territories and a few spots in the Caribbean as well! Certain restrictions apply including some COVID-19-related precautions.

Where can you travel with an Enhanced ID?

  1. Domestically within the United States
  2. American Samoa
  3. Baker Island
  4. Howland Island
  5. Guam
  6. Jarvis Island
  7. Johnston Atoll
  8. Kingman Reef
  9. Midway Islands
  10. Navassa Island
  11. Northern Mariana Islands
  12. Palau
  13. Palmyra Atoll
  14. Puerto Rico
  15. US Virgin Islands (St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas)
  16. Wake Island
  17. Mexico
  18. Canada
  19. Bermuda
  20. The Caribbean
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One of the Most Relaxing Vacation Spots is in Montana

Sometimes, you need your vacation to be relaxing, with time to clear your mind.

Thrillist made a list of the Best Relaxing Vacation Destinations in the United States, and one place in Montana landed on the list. Montana has many relaxing vacation destinations, but the place Thrillist named is my favorite. 

The list claims that one of the most relaxing vacation destinations in the United States is Flathead Lake in western Montana. Flathead is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and is a dream to visit. 

Photo by Ashe Walker via Unsplash

Thrillist describes Flathead Lake as a low-fuss destination to get away from cities packed with tourists, like Bozeman, Big Sky, and Missoula. This lake is loved by many, from fishing fans, to boaters, to scuba divers. It has something for everyone. 

I grew up on Flathead Lake and was fortunate to spend many summers hanging out either on the lake or on the shore with friends or family. The lake is massive enough to have several islands you can have a picnic on or explore. Plus, there’s nowhere you’ll find clearer water. It’s a special place to visit. 

Photo by Sarithbabu Appu via Unsplash

Additionally, there are several towns around the lake to either camp, visit, or lodge, depending on activities you’re interested in and how quiet you’d like your vacation to be. Polson, Bigfork, Woods Bay, Rollins, and Finley Point are all spots on Flathead Lake that are on the water, but don’t deal with constant tourists. 

So if you’re tired of tourists and need some peace, head up to Flathead Lake. You won’t regret it.

Tourists Can’t Pronounce These Five Montana Towns

Montana is a place that is filled with towns

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12 secrets of Great Adventure’s classic coaster

Six Flags Great Adventure has been providing thrills, chills, and family entertainment in Jackson, N.J. since 1974.

Some were saddened to see that the park did not invest in any brand new rides for the 2022 season. But Six Flags did announce the return and revitalization of an old friend.

A train of happy Medusa riders return to the station. (Dan Zarrow, Townsquare Media)

Originally built in 1999 and rebranded as Bizarro in 2009, Great Adventure has newly restored, repainted, and renamed the Medusa floorless roller coaster for 2022.

I have a deeply personal connection to Medusa. It was the 2nd roller coaster I ever rode (after the Great American Scream Machine). And I had the honor and privilege of working Medusa as night shift lead during part of the 2004 operating season. So, needless to say, I’m thrilled to see its grand return to the back corner of the park.

Chief Meteorologist Dan Zarrow prepares to face the wrath of Medusa. (Dan Zarrow, Townsquare Media)

I recently had the opportunity to ride the new-and-improved Medusa. And it is riding as fast and smooth as ever. The paint job looks fantastic — even better than the original. And the trains look spiffy, sporting brand new seats. The ride’s theming elements are pretty lackluster, but I was told that some finishing touches are yet to come.

Medusa is now open to the public during regular park hours, as operating conditions allow.

In celebration of Medusa’s grand return, I wanted to share some inside knowledge on this classic, trailblazing, world-class roller coaster.

All about ‘Medusa’ at Six Flags Great Adventure

Dan Zarrow is

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Oriental Mindoro launches online pasalubong, travel app

MANILA, Philippines — The Provincial Government of Oriental Mindoro launched the online pasalubong and booking portal, Lakbay Oriental Mindoro. The initiative is launched under the leadership of Gov. Humerlito “Bonz” Dolor with the assistance of the Department of Tourism and the Tourism Promotions Board of the Philippines.

The platform offers a more seamless, hassle-free, and safe travel experience with contactless transactions and bookings.

Travelers can now access and browse anytime from anywhere the platform’s product and service offerings that feature over 150 trusted hotels, resorts, dive shops, travel agencies, tourist transportation, wellness centers and souvenir shops in Oriental Mindoro.

The portal enables users to get the latest travel information, offers direct communication between travelers and tourism service providers, and enables users to purchase goods and services without leaving the hotel or resort.

Users may open the Lakbay Oriental Mindoro mobile application or go to www.travelorientalmindoro.ph and log in via email or Facebook. 

For those who have no time to go out for pasalubong shopping, they can use the app or website to purchase souvenirs. Payments can be made through select e-wallets, online banks and other payment channels. Delivery partners will drop the orders right to one’s doorstep.

Features of the app can be customizable. Users can choose from a variety of hotels, resorts, travel agencies, even transportation and tour guides. The app implements a 0% commission basis for enrolled enterprises. The portal also operates loyalty points at preferred accommodation or service provider.

Go to www.travelorientalmindoro.ph or visit the Apple Store and Google Playstore to download the Travel Oriental Mindoro app for free.

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Top 5 Last Minute Summer Vacation Plans for Washington

We’re about halfway through summer, some people still haven’t had that summer vacation they’ve been looking for. So we dug around the Pacific North West looking for the perfect summer vacation plans to help you out.

Little did we know there’s so much to do for your summer in Washington, so we put together a list of things you and the family can do. Even tho we’re closer to the end of summer than the beginning, these spots should be perfect for some last-minute vacation ideas.

5.) Wild Waves Theme Park

Wild Waves and Enchanted Village is a theme park and water park rolled into one. Whether you’re looking for some thrill rides on the I.5 Dive, or you wanna dip into the wave pool and ride out the sick swell on a boogie board. There’s plenty of fun here for the whole family, even uncle Jack.

4.) Great Wolf Lodge

Want all the fun of a water park but all the shade from the sun, then this is the place for you and your family. Great Wolf Lodge is a giant indoor water park filled with delicious restaurants, top-tier bars, and great safe fun for the kiddos. You can call or go online to make reservations today, that’s right they also have their own hotel!

3.) A Weekend in Seattle

Time to strike while the iron is hot, take a trip over to Seattle, take in the sun, and the food, and hit some of the beautiful beaches while you’re there. We’d also suggest taking up a Mariners game while you’re there. No, it’s not a joke, the Mariners are on a hot streak and playing their best since the early 2,000s.

2.) Check Out Leavenworth 

Leavenworth is known for being a small german town in Washington, with loads

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