By Angela Betancourt
The travel theme for the 2015 seems to center around adventure and exploration. While traveling to another country is a worthwhile pursuit, cities around the US are stepping up their game to provide experiences that can’t be found anywhere else. Pack your bags and leave your passports at home; there is a lot to experience at these destinations.
Scottsdale, Arizona– Scottsdale has a lot to offer travelers, including spa retreats, nature trails, and the Sonoran Desert. Thanks to the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, Scottsdale can now satisfy the need for speed. The resort created the Ferrari Casita Package that offers a half-day rental of a Ferrari California worth $229,000. The package starts at $1,383.88 (including tax).
Pompano Beach, Florida- Named one of the top up-and-coming U.S destinations by TripAdvisor, Pompano Beach offers plenty of opportunities for adventures in the sun. The oceanfront Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa has created a package called Sun, Sand and SiSpa, that includes a 50-minute spa treatment per night and reserved beach chairs and umbrella. The package is available through March 31, 2015.
Lake Placid, New York- Lake Placid is known for being a two-time site for the Winter Olympics and the 2000 Winter Goodwill Games. When it comes to winter adventure this city aims for the gold. The Whiteface Lodge created a Winter Games Experience Package that gives guests the opportunity to participate in winter activities including ice-climbing, bobsledding, tubing, speed skating, and downhill skiing. The Winter Games Experience Package is available Dec. 5, 2014 through March 31, 2015. Rates start at $476 per night.