January Vacation Ideas

Mark your calendars for January 27 - 30, 2011 so you don't miss the San Diego Boat Show at the Convention Center and Marriott Marina. Over 300 boats and yachts on display, free sailboat rides on the Bay, exhibitions and instructions, interactive kids games, contests and prizes, live music, and water skiing by Twiggy the Squirrel. For more information, call 858-274-9924. See more San Diego Vacation Ideas

Beautiful Santa Barbara, CA presents their annual International Film Festival, a major attraction with over 50,000 attendees each year, January 27 - February 6, 2011.

Don't miss out on the Buick Invitational Golf Tournament at the legendary Torrey Pines Golf Course in sunny La Jolla January 24 - 30, 2011. See more La Jolla Vacation Ideas.

Gorgeous Sedona surroundings, peace and tranquility in Red Rock Country, and suddenly --- a murder takes place, and you're right in the middle of all the excitement. As you mingle with other guests, actors, and possibly the next victim, you'll be supplied enough clues to help solve the crime. Keith and Margo's Murder Mystery Weekend takes place 110 miles north of Phoenix at the Enchantment Resort and Mii Amo Spa . Plenty of time to relax and enjoy the luxury and ambiance of this great resort and spa, yet enough time for the adventure that awaits you. Call for dates and reservations 800-826-4180. See more Sedona Vacation Ideas

Start the year off right. The Mushers Bowl Winter Carnival takes place in Bridgton, Maine during the month of January. Enjoy free ice skating and snowmobile rides. A Craft Fair with hot foods, wine and cheese reception, dog sled rides, horse drawn rides, ice fishing contests, star gazing show, and a winter carnival dance are just a few of the activities to keep you entertained. Call for details 207-647-3472.

You can watch the artists at work during The Arizona Fine Art Expo as well as participate in hands-on demonstrations and workshops. This 10 week event, open daily, begins January 20 and runs through April 3, 2011 at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Check out our page on skiing for some winter fun.

Hilton Head Island (SC) Winter Festival, a full 2 months of celebration in January and February at various locations on the Island. Over 200 arts and cultural displays, theatre, live music, food and wine events, indoor and outdoor festivities for the whole family. This yearly celebration of life on the Island has been a favorite event for over 10 years. For more information, call 800-424-3387. See more Hilton Head Vacation Ideas.

Barrett-Jackson Collectors Car Auction, an internationally acclaimed event had its beginnings in Scottsdale, AZ. What started out with a friendship between two men a half century ago and originally began as a fund raiser for local charities in the Scottsdale area, has turned into the most prestigious car auction in the world. The Barrett-Jackson Car Auctions in Scottsdale, AZ dates are January 17th to the 23rd, 2011.