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ADVENTURE

Best Vacation Itineraries From Five Bed and BreakfastsAren't we all a little tired of those vacations where you 'see' six cities in one week –you spend all of your time getting from place to place but no time at all getting to know any one place? Read More

Ivy League Road Trip via Bed and Breakfasts, Part I
One of the most coveted feathers in a parent’s cap is an Ivy League diploma for their child and what better way to entice them into the world of world-class universities than a summer road trip to beautiful campuses combined with stays at unique Bed and Breakfasts. Read More

Paddling Canada’s Historic Rideau Canal to Relaxing Bed and Breakfasts
Imagine packing a kayak with a few clothes, then paddling from Bed and Breakfast to Bed and Breakfast along a unique and beautiful waterway during a weekend. Read More

Elephants, Giraffes, Lions & Tigers at a Bed & Breakfast Near You
Travelers Can Now Vacation with Exotic Animals at Select Bed & Breakfasts Read More

Soaring Eagles Spotted at Bed and Breakfasts!
What better way to admire America’s bird than by staying in one of the many bed and breakfasts throughout USA and Canada where eagles are regularly sighted and where the innkeepers have the inside scoop plus a pair of binoculars as well as comfortable beds and tasty breakfasts!Read More

ANNIVERSARYS, WEDDINGS AND HONEYMOONS

Best Bed and Breakfast Spas
Smaller inns are bringing desirable services to their guests and giving strong competition to the pricey hotels when it comes to total relaxation and pampering. Read More

Romantic Bed and Breakfast Packages throughout the Country
All Across the US and Canada. Read More

Forget the Hassle of a Formal Wedding Elope at a Bed and Breakfast Inn
Your wedding day doesn’t have to have all the stress and hassle involved with a big, formal wedding. A variety of bed and breakfast inns provide intimate and romantic elopement packages to suit every budget.Read More

The Perfect Marriage Proposal: Get on One Knee at a Romantic Bed and Breakfast
Few events in life are as memorable as the moment you ask somebody to share the rest of your life with you.Read More

Visions of Intimate Wedding Chapels and Romantic Bed and Breakfasts!
Dear Bride and Groom, I Love Inns has selected some intimate chapel settings to consider for your wedding ceremony.Read More

Florida's Best Bed and Breakfasts for Anniversary Celebrations
Your anniversary is a time to think back to the day you took your vows and remember all the hopes you had for the future. If your dreams included a beautifully decorated house on the beach, we might be able to help you out—for the weekend, at least.Read More

Three Reasons for Marrying at a Bed & Breakfast or Country Inn
Bed & breakfasts allow for couples to be trendsetters as they treat their guests to unforgettable wedding events Read More

Fantasy B&B Weddings
B&B's, offer a unique setting for your special day. Read More

Romantic Victoria BC Bed and Breakfasts
Where better to stay when in Vancouver Island, Victoria BC, than in one of this city's romantic Victoria bed and breakfasts!Read More

Enjoy a Pampered Escape at a Spa Bed and Breakfast!
Is there anything better than a spa vacation; being indulged and fussed over? Answer: Yes, if the spa happens to be part of a unique and charming Bed and Breakfast (B&B) or country inn. Read More

A Bed & Breakfast Could Be Your Perfect Wedding Spot
Bed and breakfasts are some of the most unique romantic spots for weddings. A perfect central California wedding is what you'll get at the Wine and Roses in Lodi.Read More

BUSINESS TRAVEL

5 Reasons to Book Your Next Business Trip at a Bed and Breakfast
You don’t have to pay luxury hotel room rates to get world-class concierge service; most innkeepers excel at helping you with anything you might need Read More

Make Business Travel a Pleasure by Staying at Bed and Breakfasts
You’re on the road for business again; this time why not pretend you are also on a pleasurable adventure and choose a Bed and Breakfast instead of a business hotel Read More

COASTLINE/LAKESIDE

Paradise Found: Bed and Breakfast Island Getaways
So you've always dreamed of running off to a secluded island and escaping from the rest of the world for a while. What if you could do it without leaving the US, and rather than rough it--stay in a luxurious bed and breakfast
inn?Read More

The Inns of the Chesapeake Bay: B & Bs by Boat
Some incredible bed and breakfasts in this region cater to boaters, featuring adjacent docks and waterfront views. Read More

Delightfully Varied Views from Bed and Breakfast Windows
The added surprise of a breathtaking view, right out your bed and breakfast guest room window! Read More

Lounge in Leisurely Luxury at a Waterfront Bed and Breakfast!
Want to escape the hectic relentlessness of everyday urban life? Then pack up the car and retreat to an oasis of sanity; a unique bed and breakfast/country inn nestled beside a tranquil lake or river Read More

California Bed and Breakfast Gems along the Winding Monterey Coast
Jagged coastline, forested hills and quaint, timeless villages are surrounded by old Victorian bed and breakfast Inns Read More

8 of the Best Bed and Breakfast Oceanfront Inns
Escape to the oceanfront – outside the lapping of the waves along the beach, inside the soothing salty breezes and stunning ocean views Read More

GARDENS AND TEA

Better Bed and Breakfast Inns and Gardens
Nothing makes a getaway more relaxing, romantic and memorable than to be surrounded by lush gardens
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Tea Time at Your Local Bed and Breakfast
Imagine six little girls in party dresses sitting around a table set with decorative cups and saucers–they’re having a real tea party at the bed and breakfast to celebrate a friend’s birthday!Read More

Take a Garden Bed and Breakfast Tour!
Many Bed and Breakfast owners labor long and hard to create fabulous gardens for their guest to enjoy-especially the garden lovers.Read More

Retreat to a Victorian Garden ... and a Bed and Breakfast!
Nothing can match the beauty, the elegance, and tranquility of a true Victorian garden ... unless that garden is attached to a unique bed and breakfast and country inn. Read More

GOURMET GETAWAYS

Decadent Romantic Recipes from Bed & Breakfast Chefs
Here is a delectable collection of romantic recipes you can make for your sweetheart.Read More

HISTORY AND CULTURE

Check it Out: Bed and Breakfasts for the Booklover
What better way to enhance your trip than to combine the relaxation of a vacation with the excitement of a good book. We found some very bookish bed and breakfasts, which are literally lovely. Read More

Historic Bed & Breakfasts on Battlefields
Whether pursuing history studiously or less seriously, a visit to these battlefield Inns and historic bed and breakfasts will renew your patriotism. Read More

Heritage Music to Make a Bed and Breakfast Guest Sing
The historic Rockland section of Victoria in British Columbia has stately homes, government residences, a grand Castle, delightful gardens, an eclectic Art Gallery and the Langham Court Theater, plus an inviting array of Victoria bed and breakfasts for the discriminating traveler. Read More

Inns and a Castle –the luxurious Rockland District of Victoria
The historic Rockland section of Victoria in British Columbia has stately homes, government residences, a grand Castle, delightful gardens, an eclectic Art Gallery and the Langham Court Theater, plus an inviting array of Victoria bed and breakfasts for the discriminating traveler. Read More

Bed and Breakfasts Preserving American History - one building, one story at a time
It is an understated role bed and breakfast owners across our great nation play in restoring and maintaining not only the physical historic homes and buildings but also documenting and sharing their importance in our history. Read More

Discover Antique Murals and Wall Coverings at a Historic Bed and Breakfast Inn!
Across America, there are hidden antique and museum-quality treasures in our bed and breakfast inns; one-of-a-kind murals and historic wallpapers not seen anywhere else! Read More

The Perfect Second Career for Educators: Bed and Breakfast Innkeeper
A close look reveals that innkeeping is a natural second career choice for enthusiastic and social educators. Read More

The Golden Age of Bed and Breakfasts
Get in the mood for Shekhar Kapur’s Elizabeth: the Golden Age by an overnight stay at an Old English Tudor style Bed and Breakfast. Read More

Bed and Breakfasts Preserving American History
One building, one story at a time. Read More

Discover the Hidden Treasures of these Historic Inns
Secret tunnels and hidden stairs await your discovery. Read More

A Bed and Breakfast Journey to Places Amish
These Country Inns and Bed and Breakfasts offer a glimpse into the simple, peaceful ways of this unique religion Read More

Live Like Royalty in a Castle Bed and Breakfast.
It will be awhile before Prince Charles opens his Bed and Breakfast at Llwynywormwood Estate in Wales. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t live like royalty. Read More

HOLIDAYS

Enjoy Romance, Fireworks at a Bed and Breakfast this 4th of July
Declare you independence from the typical Fourth of July and book a stay at a unique bed and breakfast. These special lodgings offer a mix of history and romance, as well as prime location for some of the country’s best fireworks shows. Read More

Go Bed-and-Breakfasting for Father’s Day Weekend!
Father’s Day is coming, and what Dad really wants is another…. tie? Of course not; what Dad wants is fun and luxury, and perhaps even a touch of adventure. Here are some great bed and breakfast stays that will beat a tie any day. Read More

Every Mom Deserves a Getaway Weekend at a Bed and Breakfast Inn
These lovely bed and breakfast inns across the country offer special packages and treats for that woman we’ll always love best: MOM! Read More

Celebrate the Wearin’ of the Green at a Bed and Breakfast or Country Inn with an Irish Flair American Historic Inns Highlights St. Patrick’s Day Festivities at Inns around the Country
Erin Go Bragh! That phrase literally means, Ireland Forever!Read More

Send Your Out-Of-Town Holiday Guests To A Bed and Breakfast Inn
Just because you have out-of-town guests coming to visit this holiday season, doesn’t mean that they all have to stay at your house. Your best bet is to politely steer them in the direction of a nearby bed and breakfast inn.Read More

Celebrating Oktoberfest and Bed and Breakfast Inns!
Bed and Breakfast and Beer - Oktoberfest originated in Munich, Germany and every year there at Theresienwiese, it comes alive again when five million guests from all over the world meet to eat and drink Read More

Celebrate Your Freedom with Fireworks and Festivities at a Bed and Breakfast
The Fourth of July brings parades, patriotism and picnics-in-the-park with people, places and things decorated in red, white and blue. Read More

A Mother's Day Bed & Breakfast Gift
Celebrate Moms at a Bed and Breakfast or Country Inn! Read More

Go Bed-and-Breakfasting for Father's Day Weekend!
Father's Day is coming, and what Dad really wants is another.... tie? Of course not; what Dad wants is fun and luxury, and perhaps even a touch of adventure. Read More

INNKEEPING AS A CAREER

How to Start Your Own Bed & Breakfast
NEW CAREER: Homework is essential in order to pass the innkeeping test. Read More

Owning a Bed and Breakfast Now a Viable Career for Young Professionals
The look and perception of innkeeping is changing as young professionals desire to own their own business and have a fulfilling lifestyle outside of mainstream corporate America as bed and breakfast innkeepers. Read More

In the Business of Innkeeping
These Bed and Breakfast innkeepers have had a vision for innkeeping that began more than 20 years ago. Read More

Innkeeper Resources
From Guest Management Software to Supplies, Education, Brokers and Insurance. Read More

Marketing Your Inn was Never Easier
Frequently asked questions and listing levels. Read More

RUSTIC ROMANCE

Escape to a Log Cabin Bed and Breakfast, to Celebrate TV’s Blog Cabin!
Guests The DIY Network's Blog Cabin TV series -- where web bloggers get to design and decorate a cabin being built in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains Read More

Escape Now to a Bed and Breakfast Ranch, Farm or Lodge
Ah, the rustic romance of a wide-open ranch or remote lodge! What could be finer in the fall, when summer’s fire is cooling to become winter’s chill than to enjoy the unique pleasures of a ranch or lodge bed and breakfast.Read More

SAVING TIPS

“Refresh and Refuel” B&B Packages Give Gas Cards and More
Do you love to visit unique and different bed & breakfasts/country inns, but find that rising gas prices are hitting your budget hard? Fear not: iLoveInns.com, the premiere online destination for B&B lovers, has found B&Bs that not only offer you wonderful accommodations at reasonable rates, but also help pay for the gas! Read More

Helpful Hints for First Time Bed and Breakfast Guests
Never been to a bed and breakfast inn? Not sure the right questions to ask when you book your first reservation. Here are some helpful hints to make your first visit one to remember.Read More

Bed and Breakfast Reward Programs Offer Better Value Than Leading Hotel Chains
Guests earn rewards 10 times faster at Bed & Breakfasts than with leading hotel chain Read More

Bed and Breakfasts Help Fight High Gas Prices.
Get a Buy-One-Night-Get-One-Night Free at a Bed and Breakfast and Save $142 to Feed Your Gas Tank. Read More

SEASONS

Spring Blossoms at a Bed & Breakfast – the Perfect Getaway Aren't you tired of winter already? Now is the time to plan a special trip to a wonderful bed and breakfast and enjoy the beauty of the cherry blossoms and other flowers of the spring. Read More

UNIQUE WINTER WEEKENDS AT A BED AND BREAKFAST
It’s a different take on Winter Break. American Historic Inns, Inc. has compiled a list of holiday getaways that are memorable and special. Read More

Romancing the Spring in North Carolina Bed and Breakfast
Gardens, Galas and Bed and Breakfast Getaways Galore! Read More

Secret Fall Foliage Bed and Breakfast Hideaways
Enjoy the Fall Colors at a Bed and Breakfast or Country Inn Read More

Haunted or Not, These B&Bs Have a Spooky History
Ghostly Inns: Spend the night . . . if you dare! Read More

Special Winter Report: To Ski or Not to Ski?
Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns are Ideal Spots for Skiers! Read More

UNITED STATES REGIONS

WEST

Most Fascinating Historic Bed and Breakfasts in California
Many California historic inns were built after the Gold Rush began in 1848, one of the most significant dates in Californian history.Read More

Experience the Romance of Montana’s Bed & Breakfast Inns
If you ever need help with a surprise romantic getaway ILoveInns narrows the search for you.Read More

Romantic Doesn’t Have to Mean Victorian or Frills: Special Getaway B & Bs in Washington State for a Memorable Anniversary
What makes a perfect anniversary gift for a wife or husband who already has it all? Time. Nothing celebrates a deep, enduring love more than a romantic vacation to a bed and breakfast inn in a great locationRead More

Honey, Vacation is Non-negotiable: Affordable Bed and Breakfast Inns in Washington State
We all need time away, but a lovely holiday at a B & B in Washington State does not have to break the bankRead More

Bed and Breakfast Golf in the Fall: Go West, Young Man (and Woman)!
Dilemma: Your local golf course has closed for the season, the air has turned too frosty for a day on the greens, and you have been promising your partner a romantic weekend all summer. Don't panic! I Love Inns (www.iloveinns.com) has the solution for you.Read More

MIDWEST

Take Two: Find the Right Bed and Breakfast for You in Twin Cities, Minnesota
Finding a vacation spot often comes down to a choice between two opposing ideas: should we stay at a bed and breakfast in the city or the country? Read More

Candlelight & Whirlpools Offered by Best Budget-Friendly Bed & Breakfasts in Michigan
With financial experts predicting a recession, the state of Michigan offers an economical invitation to stay at one of its many bed and breakfasts. Read More

RECESSION WITHIN REASON:
HOW TO SAVE MONEY IN STYLE AT AN ILLINOIS BED AND BREAKFAST Read More

Illinois' Best Bed and Breakfasts for Anniversary Celebrations
What better place to reminisce than Illinois, where horse drawn carriages trot through tree-lined streets and baseball scores are still posted by hand at Wrigley Field?Read More

Winter Romance at Michigan’s Bed and Breakfast
All winter long, including of course Valentine’s Day, Michigan bed and breakfasts offer romantic escapes for lovers of all ages.Read More

Most Historic Ohio Bed and Breakfast Inns
American Historic Inns, Inc. has searched the Bed and Breakfasts of the Buckeye State and found the Most Historic Inns in Ohio.Read More

NORTHEAST

Luxurious Romance in Rhode Island: The Top Ten Romantic Bed and Breakfasts
Tucked away between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean, the state of Rhode Island is a little state that is often overlooked. Read More

Seaside Village Charm Found at a Rockport Bed & Breakfast
The picturesque seaside village of Rockport, Massachusetts situated on the North Shore is only a 30-minute drive from Boston. Read More

Bath Heritage Days July 3-6, 2008 - Bath Bed & Breakfasts Celebrate
Once a year the streets of Bath, Maine come alive with celebration during the Bath Heritage days. Read More

Make Yourself at Home at a New York City Bed and Breakfast
Looking down on the scene from a high-rise hotel is one way to see the city from a distance, but a close-up view of New York in action is best enjoyed from the window of a bed and breakfast. Read More

Massachusetts Bed and Breakfasts Attract Financially Savvy Travelers
Be Merry in Massachusetts – traverse this entire state -relax in some wonderful B&B’s, dine on some scrumptious gourmet breakfasts and still have money left over for souvenirs! Read More

Traveling through Robert Frost’s Vermont via Country Inns
The country inns of Vermont are full of American history and reflect the magnificent, picturesque countryside, which provides the perfect location to explore and enjoy. Read More

Oh the Places You Will Go in Mercer County Pennsylvania!
To the rhythmically poetic Dr. Seuss, oh the places you’ll go and oh the things you’ll see in Mercer County, Penn. Read More

Two Premier Pennsylvania Bed & Breakfasts co-op to showcase the Golden Eagles' Northward Flyway in March, 2008
March is the month of the active migration of the Golden Eagle returning from their winter sites to northern nesting grounds.Read More

Born to Romance at a New Jersey Bed and Breakfast
New Jersey has a lot to offer for a romantic getaway - beautiful beaches, gourmet dining, and historic towns.Read More

Revel in Historic New Hampshire's Bed & Breakfast and Country Inns!
New Hampshire is a wonderful living refuge of American history, and nowhere will you find history more alluring and comfortable than in the state's many bed and breakfasts and country inns! Read More

Historic Bed and Breakfast in Pennsylvania, the Birthplace of the Nation
Cultural attraction of fine museums, innovative restaurants, and world-class theater and music and you’ll find that it’s easy to spend a few days in Pennsylvania. I Love Inns (www.ILoveInns.com) will help you choose a historic bed and breakfast for your stay. Read More

SOUTHEAST

A Bed & Breakfast Behind the Scenes at Outsiders Inn
The fictional bed and breakfast, Outsiders Inn, chronicles the daily challenges a new innkeeper, actress Maureen McCormick, and her fellow actors, Carnie Wilson and Bobby Brown, face in running an inn for the first time. Read More

The Elegance of Georgia’s Historic Bed & Breakfasts/Country Inns
Ah, the old South: Where else can you find so many fine examples of genteel living, wonderfully alive in unique bed and breakfasts and country inns? Read More

Romantic Georgia Bed and Breakfasts/Country Inns
There are so many romantic bed and breakfasts/country inns in Georgia!Read More

RECESSION WITHIN REASON: HOW TO SAVE MONEY IN STYLE AT A FLORIDA BED AND BREAKFAST
Your New Year’s resolution to save money shouldn’t come at the expense of your travel plans. Many of the bed and breakfasts on www.iloveinns.com offer seasonal discounts, special packages and free amenities to make your stay more affordable while adding quality at the same time.Read More

Virginia is for Historic Bed and Breakfast Lovers
Love Inns (www.ILoveInns.com) invites you to visit the lovely state of Virginia and stay at a historic bed and breakfast, where you can be treated like royalty. Read More

Charleston, South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Hot Spots: The Song of the South
With its multitude of attractions from historic sites to golf, as well as fine restaurants and outstanding bed and breakfasts, it is little wonder why it’s a top vacation spot.Read More

SOUTHWEST

Top 5 Bed & Breakfast Texas Ranches for Weddings and Honeymoons
You do not have to be the President’s daughter to have your own special wedding on a Texas ranch nor do you have to be planning a wedding to experience a romantic weekend at a Texas bed and breakfast. Read More

A Perfect Day in Santa Barbara California
“innsider’s” insight will indeed lead you to your Perfect Day in Santa Barbara. Read More

Romantic Texas Bed and Breakfasts/Country Inns
Ah, Texas! Land of wide-open spaces, and big hearts. Where better for a romantic escape during the cold months of winter, away from the cares and distractions of regular life?Read More

WHO'S BEEN SLEEPING HERE

Stay at the Same Bed and Breakfasts as Your Favorite Celebs!
Okay, so you may never get to meet Meryl Streep, Ron Howard, Cybill Shepherd,Danny Glover, Meg Ryan, or Captain Kirk (a.k.a. William Shatner) in person, but you can stay at the very same bed and breakfast inns that they stayed Read More

An Impressive Guest Register
WHO SLEPT HERE?: Stay where the famous have dined, danced and dreamt. Read More

Gen Xers Become Next Wave of Bed and Breakfast Inn Lovers
Trend or Fad: Will the Next Generation of Tori Spellings Fall and Stay in Love with B&Bs and Country Inns? Read More

WINE LOVERS

Explore California's Wine Country Bed and Breakfasts
This guide will help you discover the perfect wine country getaway. Read More

MISCELLANEOUS

“Marcia, Marcia, Marcia” – A Collection of Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers Named Marcia
ILoveInns.com thought it only fitting that our own staff member, Marcia, introduce you to some of our innkeepers who are also named Marcia. Read More
“Green” Eggs & Ham: An Eco-Friendly Bed & Breakfast Experience
While you’re checking off “fireplace in room” and “spa services” in your Web search for that perfect bed and breakfast, take time to remember the most important amenities of all: our natural resources. Read More
Trends: Babymoons seek Bed and Breakfast Lodging
While the two of you are making room for a new family member, make room for yourselves at a bed and breakfast, where you can stay in bed all day while someone else cleans the house. Read More

Don't be Fooled, Stay at a True Bed and Breakfast Inn
Hotel chains want you to think that providing that morning meal will turn your stay at their hotel into a bed and breakfast experience Read More

A Locavore Getaway: Eat Local, Stay at a Bed and Breakfast
I Love Inns has found several B&Bs that specialize in menus featuring locally-grown items, so you can plan your next vacation at a bed and breakfast that follows the locavore philosophy. Read More
Ten Lavish Bed and Breakfasts around the Country

Sometimes you need to say, “Hang the expense!” and enjoy the dedicated service and luxurious amenities of an upscale Bed and Breakfast..Read More

Renew Your Soul at a Spiritual Bed & Breakfast Getaway
You can renew your soul at a variety of bed and breakfast inns without ever leaving the United States.Read More

By Single, We Mean Unique: The Best Bed and Breakfasts For Young Singles
With no children to tiptoe around late at night and historic architecture that appeals to the backpacker in us all, a bed and breakfast is an ideal choice for young singles.Read More

In the Dog House? Escape with the Aid of a Romantic Bed and Breakfast Getaway
Okay- this time you really, really got your spouse angry with you, and now you’re living in the dog house. Want to escape?Read More

Discover Stay at a classy bed and breakfast and drive a vintage Model T!
Vintage Cars and Classic Innkeepers go together like peanut butter and jelly!Read More

“There’s Gold in Them Thar Bed & Breakfasts!”
Almost 160 years after gold was discovered in California you can still explore the original site now called Marshall’s Gold Discovery Historic Park in Coloma as well as tour the Gold Bug Mine...Read More

Discover the Magic of the Hidden Bed and Breakfasts in Vancouver
Seashore or Mountains? Museums or Sporting Activities? Shopping or Relaxing? If you cannot decide then choose to vacation in Vancouver British Columbia which offers the traveler all of the above and so much more!Read More

Commune with Great Trees ... at Great Bed and Breakfast Inns
I think that I shall never see A poem as lovely as a tree... Read More

Traveler’s Best Friend: Dogs “Working” at Bed and Breakfasts Across the Country
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Kid-Friendly Bed and Breakfast Inns: They’re Out There!
With summer here, it’s time to pack up the kids and hit the road to visit family and friends! But where can you stay? Read More

6 Spectacular Lighthouse B&B's
These lighthouse bed and breakfasts will keep the light on for you. Read More

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