(NAPSA)—As summer approaches, there’s only one way to is a rustic, historic retreat offering ing to a 2005 summers survey Visitors can explore the lake by renting canoes, kayaks, rowboats, or by scenic boat tours, which are available through the summer and offer breathtaking views of lakeside lodging and spanning viewsof the forests. beat the heat—lakeside! Accord- conducted by the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), over 70 percent of Americans will spend their summersplashing in the lake and surrounding Olympic lakes or heading to the beach for their vacation. Whether you’re planning a weekend away or spontaneously hitting the road, some of the best lakeside vacation destinations reside within our Often referred to as America’s favorite houseboating destination, Lake Powell, located on the border of Arizona and Utahin the own National Park system. “The U.S. National Park system offers a wide variety of des- Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, offers a wide array of boating options. nificent lakes in the country,” said includeall the comforts of home. With thousands of miles of shoreline to explore and rising tination and accommodation options at some of the most magSheri Smack, a spokesperson for ARAMARK Parks & Resorts, an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service. “We strongly suggest planning your next vacation at one of our national treasures.” Several of the National Parks located in the Western states pro- lake levels, Lake Powell’s most popular water-based activities include powerboating, fishing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, water skiing, tubing, kayaking and water trampolines. All equipment is available for rent at Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, and per- vide unique lakeside vacation options. Lake Powell, Arizona/Utah sonalized water-based instruction is also available. Lake Powell is also home to favorite houseboating destination, Lake Powell, located on the border tunity to explore one of the South- Often referred to as America’s of Arizona and Utah in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, offers a wide array of houseboats for rental, including the new luxury-class, 75-foot Excursion, fea- Rainbow Bridge National Monument, offering visitors the oppor- west’s natural wonders. Full-day and half-day boat tours operate daily from Wahweap Marina. turing a fireplace, an eight-person hot tub, home theater system, six Lake Quinault, Washington For those planning a getaway in the Pacific Northwest, Lake Quinault is nestled among the system. Additional houseboat from fishing to canoeing. Built in staterooms, gas BBQs, waterslide and a GPS auto-tracking satellite rentals include the Discovery- and Adventurer-class houseboats that sleep up to 12 individuals and lush Olympic National Forest, offering a myriad of activities 1926 within the heart of one of only three temperate rain forests in the world, Lake Quinault Lodge Mountains. Lake Quinault is also a great place for fishing, with an abundance of trout, salmon and steelhead, and guided and non- guided fishing excursions can be arranged. Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada Located on the south shore of Lake Tahoe just four miles from Stateline, Nevada, Zephyr Cove Resort & Marina is an historic recreational destination offering everything from camping and lakeside cabins to boating and watercraft rentals and cruises to Emerald Bay. The Zephyr Cove Marina serves as the departure point for the authentic paddle- wheeler M.S. Dixie II, voted “Best of Tahoe” for the past 11 years. The M.S. Dixie offers daily cruises, including the GlenBrook Historic Breakfast Buffet and champagne brunch in the summer season and the Emerald Bay Sightseeing Dinner cruise featur- ing a three-course dinner, live music and dancing. More adventurous visitors can rent powerboats, WaveRunners”, pedal boats, kayaks and canoes. Zephyr Cove Marina also offers parasailing aboard a new 12-pas- senger parasail boat. For more information on Lake Powell, Lake Quinault or Lake Tahoe or to book your next lakeside vacation, log on to www.ara markparks.com.
