The troubled Maui Prince Hotel occupies a verdant location with adjacent golf course.

The Maui Prince Hotel is the latest to fall (perhaps) victim to the economy. Although the hotel went into foreclosure a week ago, its banker (Wells Fargo) had hoped the operators would keep it open. After all, the all-ocean-view resort that sits at the foot of Haleakala had just undergone a big renovation to attract quality guests.
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The President and Mrs. Obama are taking their kids to the beach this summer for a little family bonding time. The beach in question? Marthaʼs Vineyard.

Some have raised their eyebrows because itʼs a pricey choice. Then again, where does a family go when Dad is the Leader of the Free World who must travel with a huge security entourage, receive classified satellite communications, and make sure the nearest neighbors can pass an FBI background check? What vacation rental provides a private entrance sufficiently distant from prying paparazzi to allow (say) a high-profile ambassador, a cabinet secretary, or a relative to drop by for lemonade and a confidential chat?

Martha's Vineyard

Our blog editor, Paula Gifford, has left for greener pastures and we wish her well. Thank you, Paula, for all the great work while you were here.

As we move forward, our blog fires up again, aiming to provide helpful and occasionally obscure information that can improve your travels or inform your view as you plan for future trips.

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