88 Great Vacations

Here is an "insider's" look at the best areas, activities, and vacation spots throughout the Golden State, written by a fourth generation California native. This guide reads as an easy narrative, including the author's personal clues on where to go and what to do, and how to avoid crowds.

Affordable, fun, and creative daddy-daughter dates that build a strong relationship and lasting memories.

The second book in the Immersion Travel USA series offers a one-of-a-kind examination of volunteer immersion opportunities throughout the US. Volunteer immersion means grounding oneself completely in the place, the tasks, and the people you meet along the way, while keeping your own goals in mind. Kayne profiles over 200 volunteer programs throughout the U.S., highlighting the personal stories of volunteers, and offering essential logistical information on the programs. Volunteer Vacations includes trips appropriate for families, children, teens, and senior citizens, and profiles opportunities over a wide range of categories, including community outreach, wildlife conservancy, environmental advocacy, national parks, education groups, and scientific research.

An author subject index to selected general interest periodicals of reference value in libraries.

Offers vacation planners more options than half a dozen travel agents. All 88 top travel destinations are right in the heart of America's Great Lakes region.

Offers advice on out of the ordinary vacation opportunities, from the Texas state fair to "unknown" national parks, with profiles of inspirational travelers and sidebars about off-season travel.