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6 4 LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE 5.14 Destinations T he return of sunshine and consumer confdence has millions of travelers making plans. A severe winter combined with people who put off big vacations while the economy was in recovery-mode are increasing summer travel demand, driving summer travel prices higher, according to The Wall Street Journal 2014 Summer Travel Guide. This special travel section is stocked primarily with drivable getaways to help you begin planning, save money and make all that snow shoveling seem like a distant memory. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, a landmark Nashville hotel with nine acres of indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and an indoor river that includes Delta Flatboats, offers an extraordinary selection of dining, shopping and recreation options that provide the perfect destination for any romantic weekend or family getaway. Historic Corydon and Harrison County, Ind. tout outdoor adventure, wineries, gaming and lessons in history. Spend your time exploring caverns, riding ziplines, playing miniature golf and taking in all that is Horseshoe Southern Indiana Hotel and Casino. Kentucky Folk Art Center, located in the historic Union Grocery building in Morehead, provides one of the most important and unique cultural experiences to be found anywhere in Appalachia. From the fun and quirky to the fantastical, KFAC is an engaging and vital piece of Kentucky's history and contemporary culture. Beautiful, Historic Midway creates a quaint and unique daytrip destination just off I-64 between Frankfort and Lexington. Learn about the frst town in Kentucky founded by a railroad where many of the early buildings still stand today. Browse for antiques, art, regional crafts, jewelry, leather, home décor, horse supplies and imported specialties. Bloomington, Ind. encourages memory-making trips for families with children. Visit WonderLab, an acclaimed children's science museum, fsh, swim and explore the dense forests surrounding the coastline at Lake Monroe, and cheer on the Hoosiers at a sporting event on one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Ohio River Scenic Byway Art Trail in Southern Indiana is an ever-changing collection of attractions, shops, galleries and events showcasing past and present artisans' works. Watch art being made. Meet craftspeople, artists, wine and cheese makers and gourmet or specialty food makers. Or visit the retail shops where their products are sold. Kentucky Railway Museum in New Haven, Ky. runs excursion trains from New Haven to Boston — a 22-mile round trip through the Rolling Fork River Valley. While you're there, visit the Museum's collection of railroad artifacts and memorabilia housed in a replica of the original New Haven Depot and be sure to check out the specialty trains. French Lick Resort in Southern Indiana, Historic Hotels of America's Best Historic Resort for 2013, is the perfect spot to reconnect with family and friends or to relax away from it all. From the casino and golf courses, bowling and playgrounds, pools and spas, and live music in multiple venues, French Lick makes countless activities available for guests of all ages. Naples, the crown jewel of Southwest Florida, nestled on the sun drenched, powder white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, is known for world class dining, wonderful shopping and abundant, beautiful golf courses. Read on in Destinations to learn how Naples can be your personal recurring getaway or your new home sweet home. Special Advertising Section 64-79 Destinations.indd 64 4/18/14 11:38 AM