Summer Vacation Anyone?

My calender is out of the drawer and burning to have exciting activities inscribed on its pages!
I've been fanaticizing in my mind, some summer adventures I'd like to have. I hope to make them a reality.
Builder Bob is going to be strapped down and hog-tied to the Sojourn project this summer. Which leaves me feeling extremely restless. Im looking for inspiration and company and partners in crime!!
Im firmly of the school of thought that if you make a wish and throw it out there for the world to hear, something wonderful is bound to happen.
Here is what is playing in my head right now.

Desire #1 for the sumer of 2008:

Cirque of the Towers in Wind River Wy.

I've just begun my research on this incredible place. My cute missionary nephew, Benjamin, told me all about this hike the last time he was here visiting. He highly recommended that I go and see this place for myself!! I think he's right!!

As far as I can tell, its a 9 mile hike in to the center of the 'towers.'
Initially I was thinking that it could be done in one LONG day...? Not so sure now if that is really feasible.
Concerns:
*BUGS!
Everyone comments on the bloodsucking, vicious mosquitos! ACKK!
*TIMING:
Earlier than June is too cold and still snowy.
July through August is AMAZING for the wildflowers. But the bugs will get their revenge!
Sept is highly recommended,but there is the risk of thunderstorms and rain bursts.
*CAMPING:
Not a huge fan of camping-ever. Especially when camp gear will have to be carried on ones back.ugh! (In the past I have reserved this "privledge" for Havasupi alone.)

Note to self- there is a Lodge nearby. Big Sandy Lodge, which sounds so appealing to me.
So...any interest? any comments? any input or experiece with this glorious place?

another note to self- I may resign myself to camping ONE night. In order to experience this grand landscape. (My ansestors would shutter at what a whimp I am!!)

Next Destination

Havasupi, Az.

Im leaning towards returning to this magical place anytime in July.

I LOVE this place. Its enough of a challenge to "hear me roar" but wont actually KILL me in the process.

Any takers?

Destination #3-

A BEACH!!!
The California girl in me is SCREAMING for the ocean! At this point Im not picky!
I need waves, sand in irksome places, and sunshine galore. A beach umbrella and a chaise lounge will seal the deal!!! Any beach will do! Anyone have any connections?

Any takers?
Where and when is a good time and place?

Destination #4?-

I'll go anywhere!!
I'd love one more adventure to make my summer complete. I do have to be a little selective not to go and do something that Builder Bob would feel left out of or have regrets for not tagging along.
Where would be a fun place for ladies to get away? A place where there is no real appeal for men? (or at least my man)
-what mountain needs to be climbed?
-what cheese cake needs to be devoured?
-where's the coolest place to get a pedicure?
-what lonely landscape needs to be pondered and discussed by the female species?
-What mega metropolis needs more ladies to have visit it?
_Where have YOU wanted to visit and just havent--YET??!!

Lets make things HAPPEN lady friends!!


Are we having Fun yet!? Heck yes!! Now we'll start gathering links:
Wind River

Cirque of the Towers

Country Music Fest