Specializing in beginners and family groups,
Northstar resort has the only stable on Lake Tahoe that
offers specially raised horses that are gentle and
well-suited for even the most timid and inexperienced
riders. Located six miles from the North Shore,
Northwood's trails meander through the breathtaking
meadows and rolling hills of the scenic high Sierra.
Riders must be at least 7 years old for a trail ride,
although children under 7 can take pony rides with adult
supervision.Northstar's weekly youth horse camps are
geared toward riders ages 8-17, including two hours of
riding each day and classes about horse behavior,
grooming, how to tack up safely, types of tack, and proper
feeding. Rates for the horse camp are $450, except during
the weeks of June 19, June 26 and Aug. 28, when rates are
$350.
Guests interested in single rides can go on a one-hour
guided group ride for $35 (a special rate of $20 an hour
from June 10-23); a two-hour guided group ride for $60; or
a one-person, one-hour private guided ride for $60, extra
riders cost $40 per person. Pony rides are $10.
FYI: For more information and reservations, call (530)
562-2480 or e-mail
ranchoredrock@aol.com. For general information about
Northstar, call (800) GO-NORTH or visit
www.northstarattahoe.com.
TEE TIME WITH THE KIDS
Marriott Golf has started a new program that allows
adults and kids to play and learn the game of golf
together. The Kids Golf-4-Free program is available at 36
Marriott resorts, encompassing 52 courses. Children up to
15 years old golf for free when accompanied by a
full-paying adult after 3:00 p.m. Marriott Golf is also
offering free lessons anytime to kids up to 15 years old
when accompanied by an adult who is taking a fully paid
lesson from a Marriott Golf instructor.
With golf resorts like Camelback Golf Club (Scottsdale,
Ariz.), Grande Pines Golf Club (Orlando, Fla.) and Forest
of Arden Country Club (Meriden, England) among the 52 golf
courses participating, junior golfers can experience some
of the finest golf courses in the world.
FYI: For more information on the program, visit
www.marriottgolf.com/kids.asp.
MAKE IT A MONTH
La Samanna Resort in the French West Indies is inviting
everyone to take a month off with the Endless Escape
package.
Overlooking Baie Longue, La Samanna is St. Martin's
most luxurious resort, with a pristine, private-island
feel, yet a short drive to the exclusive shops of Marigot
and the gourmet restaurants of Grand Case.
The 31-day package includes a two-bedroom suite on the
beach for 30 nights. The suite, at over 1,100 square feet,
features a separate living room, two bedrooms, two baths,
private outdoor terrace and a fully equipped kitchen. Also
included is a dinner for four each week at The Restaurant,
where Mediterranean influences commingle with the flavors
of the Caribbean. The package also includes a massage each
week for two guests, the use of a Mercedes for four days,
as well as the services of a private shopper.
FYI: This package is available until Aug. 31 and is
priced at $21,680. Additional information is available at
www.lasamanna.com or (800) 854-2252.
SAVOR SCOTTLAND FOR $600
Ever wondered what's really under those kilts? Find out
with Dooley Vacations' Scottish Tartan package giving
travelers the opportunity to enjoy the distinctive
character of Scotland for $600 per person. The
three-night, air-inclusive Scottish Tartan package starts
with the first night at the Jurys Inn Hotel, located in
the center of Glasgow, then guests can select
accommodations for the next two nights in one of 200
bed-and-breakfasts located throughout the country.
FYI: Valid for travel Nov. 1 through March 31, the
Scottish Tartan package starts at $600, based on double
occupancy, and includes round-trip airfare from New York
or Boston and Alamo rental car with unlimited mileage.
Additional nights and upgrades are available. For more
information or to make a reservation, visit
www.dooleyvacations.com or call (877) 331-9301.
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