World Directory, North America, United States, Michigan, Cheboygan County Mackinaw City,

McGulpin Point Lighthouse and Historic Site in Mackinaw, Michigan, is an historic landmark lighthouse that centuries ago assisted captains in navigating ships through the angry seas between Michigan's peninsulas. A shipwreck informational display welcomes visitors to the lighthouse, and there is a discovery trail leading from the lighthouse to the straits of Mackinac that will take you on a jouney back in time. Visitors can embark on an enhanced self-guided phone tour to obtain more background of this historical property. Discover unique treasures at McGulpin Point Lighthouse and Historic Site's gift shop stocked with souvenirs, clothing, children's books, shipwreck videos and more.

World Directory, North America, United States, Michigan, Chippewa County Paradise,

The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum in Paradise, Michigan was created by divers, teachers and educators to showcase and document historic shipwrecks in eastern Lake Superior, near Whitefish Point in Michigan’s scenic Upper Peninsula. This non-profit organisation has two museums on historic properties, and the mission of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society is to preserve, collect and study the material culture of the Great lakes. Visit the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum - Whitefish Point Light Station, the Historic U.S. Weather Bureau Building built in 1899, the Crews Quarters at Whitefish Point and Soo Locks with their 155 years of maritime history, where freighters, barges, tugboats and more traverse the 21-foot drop between Lake Superior and Lake Huron every day. They offer group classes and tours, and small groups can stay at the historic 1923 USCG Crews Quarters Building with private rooms available for rental. The Shipwreck Coast Museum Store features unique nautical gifts, books and videos, exclusive prints, lighthouse collectibles, come for a fascinating visit.

World Directory, North America, United States, Michigan, Chippewa County Paradise,

The Whitefish Point Bird Observatory location in Paradise, Michigan is a natural migration corridor of land and water features for an incredible concentration of migrant birds. The phenomenon attracts tens of thousands of birds every spring and fall as they migrate to the Great Lakes Region. The Whitefish Point Bird Observatory has been monitoring and documenting the distribution and abundance of birds and these annual migrations for over 30 years. Information acquired will be used to increase knowledge of bird migration, further bird conservation and encourage public awareness, while research focuses on assessing the status of bird populations and movements. They hold annual events, and offer field trips to birders of all skill levels, and you can get involved by donating, adopting an owl, taking out membership and more, they also have the Owl’s Roost Gift On-line Shop with a wide selection of books, apparel and nature related gifts.

World Directory, North America, United States, Wisconsin, Racine County Racine,

Wind Point Lighthouse in Racine, Wisconsin offers tower climbs with the opportunity to climb the 11 stories to the top of the lighthouse, and a visit to the restored Fog Horn Building which is a museum showcasing the maritime history of Racine and the Great Lakes Basin. There's a museum gift shop with souvenirs, t-shirts, hats, photos and more, also available for purchase on-line. The restored Fuel House tells the story of the historic role it played in supporting the Lighthouse, and the Memorial Brick Garden on the grounds supports educational efforts. Wind Point Lighthouse also offers educational programs, and private group tours, and welcomes local schools, Scouts and other groups, come for a fascinating journey into the history of the lighthouse.

World Directory, North America, United States, California, Monterey County Pacific Grove,

Point Pinos Lighthouse in Pacific Grove, California, is located on a jagged rocky coastline, and has since 1855 been guiding seafarers to safety, hence its well-earned reputation of being the oldest operating lighthouse on the West Coast. Point Pinos Lighthouse is owned and maintained by the Public Works Department and together with The Heritage Society of Pacific Grove has beautifully restored the lighthouse and its grounds. The job of yesteryear's lighthouse keeper was primarily to care for the all important light by daily cleaning of the light to avoid damage from soot buildup, and to keep the light burning in darkness and bad weather, and to cover it in good weather to save fuel.

World Directory, North America, United States, Michigan, Leelanau County Lake Leelanau,

Fountain Point Resort in Lake Leelanau, Michigan is a Historic Northern Michigan Waterfront Hotel also offering vacation rental cottages, and this beautiful family summer resort is located right on the shores of Lake Leelanau. First welcoming guests all the way back in 1889, this beautiful lakeside setting now offers 14 guest rooms simply furnished with original furniture and 19 fully equipped cottages, there's even a honeymoon cottage. The front porch facing the lake wraps itself around the hotel ideal for relaxing and enjoying a good book, or drinking in the lake views, they serve a Continental breakfast in the morning and there's a game room with 100 year old billiard table and library. Fountain Point Resort is the perfect wedding destination with antique furnishings, 54 acres of manicured lawns, a panoramic shoreline and accommodation for friends and family. Come enjoy a memorable stay in spectacular surrounds with fishing, boating, golf, the sandy beach, bonfires and more nearby, you won't want to leave.

World Directory, North America, United States, Wisconsin, Kewaunee County Hayward Bay,

Birch Point Resort in Hayward, Wisconsin, offers ideal vacations in an environment that is friendly, family-orientated, relaxing, and has something to offer each and every visitor. We offer a choice of comfortable accommodations including a private 4-bedroom condo that would be suitable for large groups or family get togethers. Visitors have free use of paddle boats, fun bugs and sauna, private docks for fishing enthusiasts, and other outdoor activities include volleyball, playground areas for children and more. Birch Point Resort is ideally located at a water-ski lake, so bring those water skis for fun skiing. Tired after a full day's activities, Sunset Grill serves delicious meals to satisfy hungry appetites.

World Directory, North America, United States, Maryland, Kent County Rock Hall,

Osprey Point is a luxurious waterfront retreat in Rock Hall on Maryland's Eastern Shore, and offers an inn, restaurant and Marina. With luxurious accommodations in three separate venues, guests enjoy additional services including WIFI, a breakfast buffet, bikes, kayaks, cable TV an outdoor pool with seasonal poolside bar and grill, picnic areas, charcoal grills and so much more. The restaurant at Osprey Point serves excellent American cuisine from a fresh seasonal menu in casual elegance, and free dockage is available while dining here. The Marina is a boaters heaven with floating docks, a modern bath house and so much more, come for the all round experience.

World Directory, North America, United States, Virginia, Mathews County Gwynn's Island,

The Gwynn at Cherry Point is your stunning vacation rental destination on Gwynn's Island, Virginia right at the Chesapeake Bay Waterfront with Pier and Sandy Beach. This comfortable, modern and relaxing home has 2 bedrooms downstairs as well as utility room, living room and sunroom with sitting room and dining room showing exquisite views over they bay. There's a fully equipped modern kitchen as well as upstairs room, and at the Gwynn at Cherry Point you can moor your boat at your own private 200 ft. pier, everything is here for a wonderful stay and more.

World Directory, Caribbean, Bahamas, New Providence, New Providence Nassau,

Compass Point Beach Resort in Nassau, Bahamas, was opened in 1995, and over the years the owner, Chris Blackwell, has maintained the natural setting where guests can relax and enjoy the serene sounds of the ocean as the tropical breezes gently waft over them. Spectacular and romantic sunsets can be enjoyed from our pier, the privacy of our rooms or from our outdoor restaurant, as you become enraptured by the soothing silence of a perfect exotic island resort. Compass Point Beach Resort is the perfect wedding venue overlooking the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and we are able to accommodate up to 100 guests. Our exclusive dock with gazebo provides a magnificent wedding venue, and the sparkling waters create an ideal backdrop for memorable wedding photos.