Four Seasons, Multiple Reasons to Visit

(EMAILWIRE.COM, October 30, 2009 ) BOISE, Idaho—Finding a vacation to suit varied interests is often a challenge. Finding one to appeal to different ages and type of traveler, whether solo, couple, family, group or multi-generational can pose  additional  problems. Boise is one destination that provides a draw for foodies, shoppers, art-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
 
Experience a genuine getaway that offers a blend of all the best experiences—upscale dining, open air farmers’ markets, rich culture, active adventures in the summer and winter and as many scenic views as unique encounters. The region encompasses Lucky Peak State Park; Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area; Idaho’s Wine Country; additional state parks, including Three Island Crossing (historic wagon train ford on the Snake River), Bruneau Dunes State Park (home to North America's largest single sand dune); Celebration Park (former wintering ground for the Paiute Indians features a large concentration of petroglyphs and campsites) and more, all within  a 100-mile radius.
 
Whether traveling to Boise for a road trip or while in Boise, visitors will find multiple sights and activities. The diversity of offerings provides a value vacation. Hiking, cycling, golf, Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, the Basque Museum & Cultural Center, the World Center for Birds of Prey, open-air farmers’ markets, kayaking trips and a zoo are just a taste of the many reasons a road trip to Boise would be a true value.
 
Idaho’s capital, Boise, serves as cultural and culinary center for a variety of cuisines, including French, Italian, Basque and Asian. Boise is home to the largest per capita concentration of Basques outside of the Basque homeland and today, Boise's historic Basque block is a popular location for events and exploring, with the Basque Museum and Cultural Center and a Basque market. The Basque Market offers culinary classes and wine tastings monthly; visitors can participate alongside local residents in learning to make tapas, such as mussels in saffron cream sauce, crab tartlets and lemon-tuna stuffed peppers and mushroom or  tomato bisques, for example.
 
An open-air farmers’ market, the Capital City Public Market, includes foods and wares from farms, bakeries, and artisans. The Market encourages fresh local produce and at least 75% of the products sold must have been grown or produced by the vendor and the remaining 25% of the vendors may resell or consign produce obtained only from other local growers. A similar principle applies for the specialty foods vendors and artisans. Additionally, ongoing events such as Chef at the Market, Art Under the Stars and a Holiday Market enhance the culinary celebration in the capital city.
 
The City of Trees is an exciting city with unique attractions, spacious parks, a riverfront Greenbelt, a vibrant downtown, and excellent air service in the heart of a recreation and scenic wonderland.
Outdoor adventures, including urban raft trips, hot air ballooning, golf, hiking, hunting, fishing, whitewater rafting and more are all easily accessible in Boise, for all ages and skill levels. Hot deals are available online at the Boise CVB Web site offering a diverse selection of specialty packages—family, romance, dining/shopping/entertainment, sports, outdoor adventure and more.
 
Year-round adventures abound in Boise. Plan now for a value vacation packed with winter fun, 800-635-5240 or www.boise.org.
 
The Boise Convention and Visitors Bureau is a non-profit organization, founded in 1982 by the Greater Boise Auditorium District for the purpose of enhancing the City of Boise's economy through the marketing, promotion and selling of the city and region as a site for conventions, corporate meetings, trade shows, pleasure travel, cultural, sports and special events.  Contact the BCVB at 800.635.5240 or www.boise.org.
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Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau
CONTACT: Laurie McConnell
TEL: 800-635-5240
E-MAIL: lmcconnell@boisecvb.org 
WEB:  http://www.boise.org
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Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau
         Neha M. Shah
         480-219-0085
         Neha@atmstravelnews.com