The beautiful Inn by the Sea is located on a mile of sandy beach, and found just seven miles south of Portland, Maine’s chic little port city. The inn overlooks beautiful mile-long Crescent Beach, providing incredible seaside and fall foliage views that can last a lifetime.

Hotel guests can enjoy a relaxed but elegant Maine coast experience in 61 luxuriously appointed one and two bedroom suites. The Inn also now offers its newest line of Ocean View Beach Suites that became available last summer.

In addition to being a great place to experience the annual New England fall foliage display, the Inn by the Sea has earned another distinction by becoming one of the first luxury hotels in the state of Maine to welcome both dogs and their owners.

Not only their owners will be treated well by staying here, but pampered pooches can now rejoice too! They will love that Maine’s most dog-friendly inn offers pets complimentary accommodations, water bowls, cozy blankets, beach towels plus signature treats at night’s turndown.

The list of pet amenities doesn’t end there. The Inn can also provide grooming services and pet massages, gourmet pet menus, dog walking and day care, with a comprehensive variety of nearby walking trails, dog friendly beaches and free-range parks.

The Inn by the Sea has introduced its “INNcredible Pets” package that includes:
* Two nights in a single bedroom suite accommodation
* Inn by the Sea dog bowl
* Personalized L.L. Bean dog bed
* One 30 minute in-room doggie massage
* Nightly entrée selection from the Inn’s gourmet pet menu
* Nightly pet turndown service including locally made seasonal dog treat
* Package Rates start at $993.70
Enjoy the beauty of Maine this fall and take in the popular changing of leaves nature show. The “INNcredible Pets” package is available between September 2 and October 31, 2013.

The Inn by the sea also been recognized with numerous travel industry awards, including being selected as one of Travel + Leisure’s 2012 World’s Best 500 Hotels.

Maine is an incredible destination anytime of the year but don’t miss the amazing colors of fall foliage. The dazzling colors will leave a lasting impression.

To visit coastal Maine this autumn, experience the incredible fall foliage and book a stay at the Inn by the Sea, please contact The Life of Luxury to make your reservations.

Rocky Mountains – Colorado

As Autumn nears in the mighty Rocky Mountains of Colorado, the color-soaked leaves begin their annual transformation.  The cooler temperatures unleash a spectacle of colors that should not be missed.

In addition to watching the fall foliage, Colorado has so much to offer including fishing in crystal clear rivers, zip line amongst the red treetops, enjoy horseback riding or a scenic drive through the picture-perfect, beautiful mountain scenery.

Colorado is an incredible place, offering a four-season destination with amazing adventure and recreational pursuits. From a diversified arts scene, variety of fine dining cuisine, 10 national parks, and of course …. 25 world renowned ski areas and resorts.

The Colorado Tourism Office has put together top 10 ways visitors to Colorado can enjoy all the Rocky Mountain state has to offer.

Zip line. (http://www.zipadventures.com/) The landscape of fiery red, orange and golden leaves will shift as guests soar through autumn-tinted treetops and above deep valleys on one of 14 zip lines throughout the state. Thrill seekers will feel the rush and crisp autumn air as they glide over changing scenes at Zip Adventures near Vail.

Horseback Riding. (http://www.steamboat-chamber.com/) Settle into a saddle on a guided horseback ride in Steamboat Springs to experience Colorado’s fall frontier just like the cowboys. Amble through the Routt National Forest along timeless American West trails popping with vibrant golden, red and orange leaves.

Bike A Byway.
(http://www.coloradodot.info/travel/scenic-byways/south-central/frontier-pathways) Begin
this aspen-laden ride west of Pueblo on Colorado 96. The Frontier Pathways route climbs into the Wet Mountains and descends into the Wet Mountain Valley, passing aspens blazing in autumn color along the way.

Four Wheels. (http://www.visitleadvilleco.com/scenic_byway) With a summit at 12,095 feet, Independence Pass connects Aspen – a city named for the quintessential Colorado tree – and Twin Lakes, the largest glacial lake in Colorado and is open during early fall. Independence Pass is rife with stunning autumn colors popping on both sides of the pass and ringed with five 13,000-foot peaks.

Gondola.
(http://www.visittelluride.com/discover-telluride/our-two-towns/gondola) Leaf peep the quaking aspens nestled in Telluride’s box canyon while sailing through the trees. The first and only free public transportation of its kind in the U.S., this gondola connects riders between Telluride and Mountain Village, giving passengers an ever-changing view of the crimson and golden leaves along the way.

Tire Tour. (http://gofruita.com/biking.html) Fruita’s dirt trails and challenging single tracks wind along huge flattop mesas allowing mountain bikers to discover panoramic views of valleys sprinkled with glowing yellow leaves.

Hot Air Balloon. (http://www.hotairballoonridescolorado.com/) Fall’s cooler climate and artist’s palette of nature’s colors make for an ideal time to take to the air. Float above pockets of fall foliage speckled along the Front Range’s peaks and valleys and throughout Rocky Mountain National Park. Take in colorful views on a hot air balloon ride with Fair Winds in Boulder.

Two Feet. (http://www.gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/hiking-info) Fall’s crown jewel is nestled along Kebler Pass, where a massive aspen cluster of interconnected roots wows hikers with brilliant fall hues.
The radiant yellow and red leaves on Kebler create a textured denseness that is unique to this area. Take the hiking trails Kebler Wagon Trail #606 and Dyke Trail #838 for even more leaf peeping opportunities.

Historic Train. (http://www.durangotrain.com) Travel through the scenic San Juan Mountains aboard the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Between Durango and the historic mining town of Silverton, this locomotive allows passengers to experience color-drenched aspens that line the free-flowing Animas River and ascend the rugged collection of mountain peaks and striking canyon scenery.

Fly-fishing. (http://www.roaringforkanglers.com/) Carbondale lies in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley, home to some of the finest rivers for trout fishing, especially from mid-September to mid-October. The deep blue waters starkly contrast the foliage-lined banks bursting with deep scarlets and golds. Tranquility and a wide variety of water types await fly-fishers this fall with Roaring Fork Anglers.

Visit www.COLORADO.com or use the Contact Form below to submit your travel request.

Although Spring has just finished, many smart travelers are already thinking about travel later in the year.

Autumn, or Fall as they call it in New England, has one major distinguishing feature from the other seasons: the tell-tale reds, yellows and oranges of the surrounding foliage.

New England is famous for its Fall colors. The season brings in many “leap peepers,” tourists from around the world who come with the singular purpose of staring in wonder at the dramatic golden palette of the foliage, New England in Fall promises to be unforgettable.

Creating a kaleidoscope of colors, with a palette ranging from rich reds to sunset yellows and a few token leafy greens, this is an unmissable experience for anyone with a love of nature.

Beginning in mid to late September and peaking in the middle of October, New England Fall is one of the areas major tourism selling points. You might even be lucky enough to visit in a sought after “Indian Summer” year, a mix of summer and autumn, when the temperatures are still warm but the leaves still bear the traditional spectacular color.

There are several tours available letting you explore New England in Fall, whether you want to also stop off for a few days in New York, or see the spectacular Niagara Falls, the opportunities are endless.

New England is not only renowned for its beautiful scenery, but also for its historic roots and cultural legacy having been one of the birthplaces of American Literature. There are several escorted tours that let you bathe in the magnificence of a Fall in New England, whether you want to spend a few days en-route in New York, or see the epic Niagara Falls, this is the perfect holiday for you.

All of these holidays are tailored with a different focus in mind, whether it be visiting cities to absorb their everyday beauty and culture, or immersing yourself in the wildlife. Why not take both escorted coach tours and cruises that will let you take in the wonderful visual flavors of the scenery and giving you the chance to pick the holiday best for you.

Each of these holidays bear their own quirks, to suit your needs, whether you want to pick The Glorious Colours of New England Tour and lunch in the revolving restaurant at the top of Toronto’s CN Tower or explore on the Maple Leaf Trail Tour and drive along the flawless Charlevoix Coast to go whale spotting.

All of these New England Holidays let you experience the city culture of New England as well as giving you time to absorb the colours of Fall. The colour changes, which are caused by transformations in leaf pigments, make the scenery here ablaze showering the area in brilliant reds, yellows and oranges offer a specular experience and once in a lifetime holiday snaps.

New England in Fall is a picture-perfect experience that will not only make a spectacular holiday, but leave you with a new look on the beauty of the worlds seasons. What better way to celebrate this than with an escorted tour, which gives you the variety of options to tailor your dream vacation to suit your needs. For anyone who loves Autumn and wants to see the best Fall colors the world has the offer or take some of the most beautiful scenic photographs, this is the trip of a lifetime.