Travel trends for Spring Break 2013
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/spring-break-2013-travel-trends_n_2792134.html
Most popular dates for spring break 2013
March 9 – March 16
March 16 – March 23
March 23 – March 30
Just a reminder that Cici and I have NOT visited nor rated any of the hotels below so we cannot vouch for them and they are not rated for dogitude.
What can you do with your pooch if you CAN’T take them with you on your Spring Break trip?
DogVacay may be an option. It is a community that offers dog owners a way to travel while leaving their pooch at home with a qualified host, starting at $15/night.
With hosts across the U.S. and Canada, you can also bring your dog with you
on vacation and have him stay nearby if your hotel doesn’t allow pets.
HomeExchange.com, is a home exchange service that offers an alternative to high priced hotels.
You can stay in a dog friendly home with a pool, game room and an amazing kitchen.
Arizona
Hidden Meadow Ranch, which is located in the White Mountains of northeastern Arizona offers
dog-friendly accommodations. In addition, this March kids 11 and under stay, play and eat for free.
Three of the Ranch’s luxurious 900-square-foot cabins, Squash Blossom,
Trail’s End & Blue Quill, are available to pets and have an attached dog
run. The Ranch offers an enclosed space on the property where dogs can
run freely. Each cabin comes with a food and water bowl along with a pet
bed. There is a $20 per night pet fee. Guests can take their pets on a hike
or even swimming in the nearby trout ponds.
General Manager Jane Lenci who lives at the property and has several dogs of
her own says it’s a welcome sight when a visitor brings their pet.
For more information on Hidden Meadow Ranch or to make reservations, please
visit www.hiddenmeadow.com or call (928) 333-1000.
California
About Tri-Valley
Tri-Valley is the towns of Danville and the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon and its three valleys (Amador, Livermore and San Ramon).
Pet friendly hotels in the Livermore Valley
Laquinta
http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ6136&propId=6136
http://www.localgetaways.com/2010/08/a-visit-to-tri-valley/
Pet-friendly wineries in the Tri-Valley Region
The Tri-Valley region is not only a great destination for man, woman and child, but also for man’s best friend. More than 20 wineries in the Livermore Valley are pet-friendly and welcome a visit by these four-legged friends.
Here is a list of the pet-friendly wineries.
Big White House
Well-mannered dogs on leash allowed in tasting room.
Boaventura Winery
Dogs welcome in the tasting room on a leash.
Bodegas Aguirre Winery
Well-behaved dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.
Brent Creek
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.
Cedar Mountain
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Charles R. Vineyard
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Concannon
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Crooked Vine and Stony Ridge
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Eagle Ridge Vineyard
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome in the tasting room and on the outside patio.
El Sol
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on outside patio.
Fenestra Winery
Dogs welcome in the picnic areas on a leash.
Garre Vineyard and Winery
Dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
John Christopher Cellars
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio and in the tasting room!
La Rochelle Winery
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
August 4, 2013 is Dog Day in August with a patio tasting!
Las Positas Winery
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Les Chenes Estate Vineyards
Well-mannered dogs on leash welcome on the outside patio.
Page Mill Winery
Dogs welcome outside on patio on leash.
Red Feather Winery
Dogs welcome outside on the patio on leash.
Retzlaff Winery
Dogs welcome in picnic areas on leash.
Valor Winery
Well-mannered dogs allowed in the tasting room and on the outside patio.
Wente
Dogs allowed on patio on a leash.
To learn more about these wineries, visit www.VisitTriValley.com.
Colorado
The Westin Riverfront Beaver Creek offer complimentary Westin Heavenly Dog Beds and bowls to all guests and no extra pet fees. There is an amazing 40-mile trail right outside the hotel that runs along the Eagle River.
http://www.westinriverfrontbeavercreek.com/pet-friendly-hotel
For Spring Breakers, offer direct gondola access to Beaver Creek, plus you can enjoy tubing, ice skating, Nordic skiing. It’s perfect for an active vacation!!
Spring break deals, include Stay 2 Weekend Nights and Get a 3rd Weekend Night Free:
Lodge & Spa at Breckenridge: http://thelodgeandspaatbreck.com/
Pet policy: The Lodge and Spa at Breckenridge allows up to two dogs of any size for $20 per night.
Packages: spring break starting at $169/night for four-night stays
Breckenridge pet-friendly
Made-in-Breck dog treats: Your pooch will be showered with treat love upon check-in, but to stock the reserves, head to The Bond at Breck (http://www.thebondatbreck.com/) for all-natural, locally-made goodies for your dog.
Carter Park Dog Park: If you don’t get your outdoor fill on the trails at the Lodge & Spa, head to the local dog park (http://www.townofbreckenridge.com/index.aspx?page=1057) for a meetup with other local owners. There’s plenty of room to run and play at this free, off-leash space.
Goochi Poochi: From fashionable pet purses and collars to basics such as beds and bowls, this downtown boutique offers unique accessories for dogs. http://www.mypetcessories.com
Pet-friendly Antlers at Vail, a reasonably priced condominium hotel is a perfect option for spring break skiers. Here’s a link to Antlers’ pet-friendly policies page: http://www.antlersvail.com/amenities/pet-friendly/
There’s always a well-stocked bowl of dog biscuits in the front lobby to help canines feel at home the minute they arrive. “We recognize that many people consider their dogs to be full-fledged members of the family,” says general manager Rob LeVine, owner of Miley, a 3-year-old Australian Sheepdog. “We offer dedicated rooms just for pet owners, and our staff is always happy to recommend canine-friendly activities in the area.”
The Antlers at Vail is the “Official Dog Friendly Lodging Partner” of the GoPro Summer Mountain Games (formerly the Teva Mountain Games), June 6-9. This year they’re offering an unusual special that actually makes it cheaper to stay with your dog. During the GoPro Games, instead of charging their usual $15 pet fee, they’ll reduce your room rate by $15 if you bring your dog!
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