Don’t just see nature’s most incredible sights. Experience them. If you are looking to start planning your next travel adventure, but are unsure where to start, then you might want to borrow ShortTermHousing.com’s list of five incredible places to see before you die!

Yangtze River

Location: China

Emerge yourself in the mysteries of China’s ancient civilization by discovering the history of the mighty Yangtze River. Take a Yangtze River Cruise to make the most of your experience.

Waterfall Island

Location: Alto Parana, Paragua

Proving what an incredible place this world really is, Waterfall island is a place you definitely don’t want to miss.

Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands are the place to mingle with the sun-bathing sea lions; to be careful not to trip over the multi-colored iguana; to splash around with the harmless sharks; and to spend leisurely afternoons with the same giant tortoises that have been alive for centuries.

The Blue Lagoon

Location: Iceland

Tucked away amid the black lava landscape just south of Reykjavik is Iceland’s most extraordinary geothermal pool, the Blue Lagoon. An ethereal milky-blue lake, it is fed by naturally heated and mineral-rich seawater. Just the sight of its steaming blue expanse is enough to justify putting it on our list but for the full experience, you’ll need to jump in and immerse yourself in the white silica mud.

Placencia

Location: Belize

This tucked away treasure goes unnoticed by most main stream tourists.

Ants, spiders, and mice- Oh my! The mere thought of pests in your rental might be enough to make your skin crawl! Squashing a pest problem before it becomes an infestation can save you a lot of stress and headaches.The following blog lists a few of the most common household pests, where they tend to hide out, and most importantly ways to prevent them from making an appearance in your rental altogether.

The Most Commonly Found Pests

• Ants
• Spiders
• Cockroaches
• Mosquitoes
• Silverfish
• Mice
• Raccoons

Scope It Out

Find the passages of your rental that have the potential to let pests in. Check For:

• Wall Penetrations
• Torn Screens In Doors And Windows
• Cracks In The Foundation
• Nests In The Gutters
• Chewed Through Screens In Roof Vents

Dry It Up

Insects and other small pests need to draw life-sustaining moisture from their surroundings, so they avoid dry places and are attracted to moist ones. You can reduce moisture by;

• Making Sure There Are No Plumbing Leaks
• Protecting Wood From Moisture
• Making Sure That Downspouts and Gutters Are Turned Away From The House

Get Rid Of The Clutter

Clutter is your worst enemy! The best way to eliminate pest homes is to store items properly.

Don’t find yourself splayed out on the couch playing video games and eating Pringles this spring break. Short Term Housing has listed some of the hottest spring break destinations for 2012. So pack your bags and go have some fun!

Cancun

In Cancun the party never stops. Get ready for non-stop, high-energy clubbing, and huge parties that last until the sun comes up. Cancun’s intense sun and fun just can’t be beat.

Miami Beach, Florida

Miami Beach is one of the top Spring Break destinations for college students looking to get away from their regular routines and their daunting midterm exams. The week of fun and party is pretty famous in Miami. With over half million students visiting Miami each year during the spring break Miami Beach has what it takes to make your Spring Break unforgettable.

Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is quite simply one of the most luxurious Spring Break party destinations in the world. Enjoy massive pool parties, hot clubs, and round-the-clock spring break activities.

Daytona Beach, Florida

Spring Break In Daytona Beach is a tradition that dates way back, and it’s not hard to see why. With pool deck parties, hot Daytona Beach clubs, and big Spring Break events Daytona Beach is just waiting to show you the time of your life.

South Padre Island, Texas

South Padre Island offers some the best spring break beach parties in the USA! With miles of white sandy beaches and warm, sunny Island temperatures, South Padre Island, Texas is the number one destination for Spring Break 2012. It’s affordable and the parties never stop. This year party with celebrity guests at the biggest party on the beach - Coca-Cola Beach.

Are you a sports lover looking for a great spot for your next vacation? Then look no further then Denver. You name the sport and guaranteed, Denver will have a team in it. Denver is one of the few cities that has competitive teams in all four of the major leagues. They have the Denver Broncos for football, The Denver Nuggets for basketball, the Colorado Rockies for baseball, and the Colorado Avalanches for hokey.

Not only does Denver have all four of those major teams, they also have several other awesome teams that are worth mentioning.

Denver Roller Dolls

The Roller Dolls are a nationally ranked no-profit organization that are dedicated to women’s roller derby. The Roller Dolls league is made up of four home teams, The Bad Apples, The Electrocuties, The Green Barrettes, and The Shotgun Betties. To find out more about the Roller Dolls visit Denver Roller Girls.org for details and upcoming events.

Denver Barbarians

The Denver Barbarians are a rugby football club that was founded in 1967. Numerous referees, coaches, and administrators, have emerged from the Barbarians teams’. The Denver Barbarians have one of the highest levels of competitive play in the united states. For more information and upcoming events visitDenver Barbarians.com

Colorado Rapids

The Colorado Rapids were one of the ten founding clubs of Major League Soccer, having competed in the league since its inception. For more information on the Colorado Rapids and to find out about upcoming events visit ColoradoRapids.com

No matter which sport you love, Denver has what it takes to keep you entertained.

Planning a trip to Denver? Start By finding the perfect place to stay!

While at the mention of Aspen, the mind automatically drifts to thoughts of a snowy winter- Aspen offers spring attractions that create an experience that is legen- (wait for it) dary! Here at Short Term Housing, we have listed five of our favorite activities to experience in Aspen in the spring.

Paragliding

There’s no experience necessary for this exciting adventure. Guests can experience flying over Aspen with certified tandem pilots, for an experience they won’t soon forget.

Expedition Rock Climbing

Experience the thrill of rock climbing. AMGA certified guides will take you on an incredible journey from the ground up.

Jeep Tour

There’s nothing quite as fun as whizzing through the breathtakingly beautiful mountains of Aspen and Snowmass in a thrilling Jeep Tour.

Free Concerts

Head on over to Snowmass Mountain to enjoy free live music from big bands every Thursday until summer ends.