The Little Littoral Inn in Seaside, OregonWritten by Carolyn Proctor
The Little Littoral Inn in Seaside, OregonRead Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/hotels/oregon/seasidebb/seaside.html On Seaside's famous Promenade, facing Pacific Ocean, rests SeaSide Inn Bed & Breakfast, a wonderfully romantic hideaway set amidst rugged grandeur of Oregon Coast. From ocean, it's just a few steps across beach, then wide cement walkway that is Prom, to front yard and patio of SeaSide Inn. Through a screened, glass door you enter into a whimsical world of beach fantasy and storybook charm. The SeaSide Inn, a non-smoking establishment, has fourteen themed rooms, most with sweeping views of ocean and beach. Such accommodations as Bubble Room, Shell Seeker, Granny's House, and 50s-60s Rock 'n' Roll room are cleverly appointed. Yet there is no lack of comfort and convenience. The Captain's Quarters, with its magnificent view of Coast Mountain Range, features a king-size brass bed, and Mountain Cabin has a queen-sized four-poster log bed and double shower. Atop SeaSide Inn is Clock Tower, with fireplace, round king bed, 2-person jetted tub, and loft with additional bed. This is highest room, with ultimate view of endless surf and ocean. Our stay, in quaint Wicker Room, with its pillow-topped, king-sized bed, was quite comfortable. One of tiny touches that greeted us, on a round, lace-covered wicker table, was a ceramic vase containing a real rose and magenta rhododendron blooms that are so prevalent in Northwest (actually state flower of Washington). Even toilet paper was dotted with tiny red and blue flowers. In a wicker rocking chair sat a floppy-eared rabbit in lace-edged, flowered dress. Each room has private bath, TV with cable stations, VCR, telephone, heating and air conditioning. All beds are Queens or Kings, and many furniture pieces are antiques. Armoires, canopy beds and window seats create a relaxed, cottage-style décor. Every nook and cranny of SeaSide B&B reflects owner Susan Peters' penchant for things cozy: bowed and beribboned teddy bears, rabbits, and occasional rag doll make their homes everywhere. Even interior elevator is draperied, carpeted, and decorated with a flower-cushioned, bentwood chair, straw roses, and ruffled and bowed bunnies.
| | Great Lakes Sonnig CruiseWritten by Kriss Hammond
Great Lakes Sonnig Cruise Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/cruise02/greatlakes/columbus/columbus.html The Great Lakes were formed ten thousand years ago by retreating glaciers. The sweet water seas of Great Lakes are one of newest, yet also one of oldest cruise destinations in world. Seven night cruises started here over a century ago with palatial ships such as "North Land ” and "North West”, and today cruisers are only now rediscovering beauty and excitement of region. Sailing on Great Lakes, passengers enjoy a new port of call every day, visiting small picturesque towns, turn-of-the-(20th)century resorts, or a historic city with magnificent galleries and architecture. Some of things that can be enjoyed along route include: world class theatre, salmon fishing, First People dancing and drumming, or hiking through woodland glades. The largest cruise ship on Lakes system may come to you as a surprise, because it is a German company called Hapag-Lloyd, well-known for one of most luxurious cruise liners, Europa, rated best in world for last five years. Hapag-Lloyd is a subsidiary of world's largest tourism group — TUI. On Great Lakes line sets sail with a wonderful Three Star ship called C. Columbus, which has been plying these waters for over five years. Recently M/S Columbus won awards for World's Best Ship in Great Lakes from Berlitz Publishing's Ocean Cruise and Cruise Ships 2005, by Douglas Ward; it also won an award for Best Cruise Ship from Luthansa City Center. I race down old Navy Pier in Chicago, dodging tourists who are nonchalantly strolling attractions, restaurants, and vendors, and at end of pier is my ship. As I board C. Columbus I am immediately given a Willkommen au Bord like a member of family. The German crew is crisp in speech, manner, and demeanor, but smiling faces are beguiling witnesses to a crew of fun people. I meet ship's Director of Hotel Operations, Stefan Doktor, while checking in. He assures me that my starboard bow cabin is one of nicest outside staterooms. with a large oval window for a porthole. My bags are silently whisked off. All-in-all there are 134 outside cabins on ship, all at about 162 square feet, but they must have had a German feng shui expert design layout because even though my cabin is compact, it is roomy and easy to walk around in. There are also eight suites onboard, two of which have a balcony. There are also 63 inside cabins at 140 square feet that are often sharply discounted. My cabin (kat in German) has an adequate bathroom with an expansive shower, complete with botanical shampoos and a hairdryer. Other ensuite amenities include mini bar, safe, telephone (that ialso serves as ship intercom for relaying day's events), color TV, and generous wardrobe space. The two twin beds make a wonderful king bed when squeezed together. All inside cabins has separate beds. My Philippina housekeeper keeps me in stock with fresh towels and nightly turn down chocolates.
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