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Endert's Beach Named Top 10 Secluded U.S. Beaches

ShermansTravel staff have named Enderts Beach as one of the Top 10 Secluded Beaches in the U.S. You can read the article here. For more on Enderts Beach click here.

Crescent City Among "America's Prettiest Towns" for the Second Year

Forbes Magazine has selected Crescent City, Calif., as one of the prettiest towns in the country... for the second year running! Judges were again awestruck by the breathtaking scale of Crescent City's natural wonders - whether peering up at a sky-scraping redwood grove or taking in a panoramic sunset as it sets over a long, empty beach, Crescent City has a way of reminding us about the awesome power of nature. Crescent City's historic working harbor also charmed the judges (and the bounty of fresh seafood they brought back each evening helped

A panel of photographers, artists, travel writers and architects criss-crossed the country in search of the 25 towns that embody just the right mix of small-town charm, natural beauty and striking architecture. Some picks, like the fiercely local Dillon, Mont., stood out for their classic Main Street lined with independently owned shops; others caught the judges' eyes with iconic architectural features, like the slender white steeples that dot the hills of Burlington, Vt., or the colorful Victorian townhouses lining the streets of Cape May, N.J.

To read the complete article and view the slideshow, read the Forbes article.

Take in the Backcountry from the Back of a Horse

Saddle up for a chance to discover the pristine backcountry of Del Norte County, a truly natural environment inaccessible by cars and the less hardy hikers. Watch the reflection of the clouds race over shimmering high-elevation lakes; take in sweeping panoramic vistas stretching to the horizon; meander through lush mountain meadows bursting with joyous spring blossoms. As you sit up high and ride through California’s tallest redwoods, you’ll know the true meaning of getting back to nature. Read more...

Del Norte County: A Pooch's Paradise

Do you love hiking, but can't imagine trekking the hills without Fido trotting happily by your side? Love camping, but can't bear the thought of a night under the stars without Rex to keep you warm? Pack a leash and some Milk Bones and head to Del Norte County for a vacation that is sure to get tails wagging. In Del Norte County, you can explore the wondrous redwood forests and rocky beaches with your furry best friend by your side. When you're ready to hit the hay (or the dog bed) for the night, many hotels, motels and campgrounds in Del Norte County will welcome you and your pooch with a smile and a scratch behind the ears. Read more...

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