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GETAWAYS: Guy-and-Gal Staycations This year, in addition to the beloved family vacation, their girlfriends to shop, relax at a spa, participate in outdoor recreation, or simply explore a new destination. More and more, men are traveling together, too, for bachelor trips, golf outings, and concerts. These so-called “Girlfriends’ Getaways” and “Mancations” are more popular than ever because they are easy to plan, often close to home, and a great way to reconnect with friends. Howard County, with its convenient location between Washington, DC, and Baltimore, is the perfect destination for a longweekend getaway or “staycation” (vacationing in place). Whether you’re looking to shop, relax, golf, go to a concert, or wine and dine with friends, Howard County has something for you. And don’t forget about our award-winning parks and world-class events. With so much to choose from, you better start planning your getaway now! GETAWAYS RESOURCES Golf (for guy getaways) Umany people will plan getaways with their friends. Oftentimes, women will travel with U Fairway Hills Golf Club, 5100 Columbia Road, Columbia, MD 21044, 410-730-1112, www.columbiaassociation.com Hobbit’s Glen Golf Course, 11130 Willowbottom Drive, Columbia, MD 21044, 410-730-5980, www.columbiaassociation.com Rocky Gorge Driving Range, 8445 Old Columbia Road, Laurel, MD 20723, 301-725-0888 Timbers at Troy, 6100 Marshalee Drive, Elkridge, MD 21075, 410-313- GOLF, info@timbersgolf.com, www.timbersgolf.com Waverly Woods Golf Course, 2100 Warwick Way, Marriotsville, MD 21104, 410-313-9182, 410-313-9168 (fax), www.waverlywoods.com Willow Springs Golf Course, P.O. Box 55, West Friendship, MD 21794, 410-442-7700, 410-4897598 (fax), www.willowspringsgolfcourse.com Spa and Wellness (for girl getaways) Envy Salon, 3723 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043, 410-480-1770, 410-480-1799 (fax), www.envysalon.com Kenneth Losurdo, Jr. Nika's Salon, 3600 St. John's Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042, 410-465-1332,410-465-8270 (fax) The Pearl Modern Spa & Boutique, 8171 Maple Lawn Blvd., Suite 100, Fulton, MD 20759, 301-776-6948, 301-776-2346 (fax), www.thepearlspa.com The Spa at Turf Valley, 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042, 410-465-1500, www.turfvalley.com The Well, 3711 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043, 410-418-8944, www.ellicottcitywellness.com Recreation Columbia Horse Center, 10400 Gorman Road, Columbia, MD 21046, 301-776-5850, www.columbiaassociation.com Columbia Ice Rink, 5876 Thunder Hill Road, Columbia, MD 21045, 410-730-0322, Modern destination spas and wellness centers for him and her abound in Howard County. 32 howardLIFE www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.timbersgolf.com http://www.waverlywoods.com http://www.willowspringsgolfcourse.com http://www.envysalon.com http://www.thepearlspa.com http://www.turfvalley.com http://www.ellicottcitywellness.com http://www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.columbiaassociation.com

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Howard Life - June 2008-September 2008 Contents Important Numbers Welcome to Howard County, Maryland Join Howard County Tourism The Good Life Events Clark’s Elioak Farm: Home of the Enchanted Forest Farms Merriweather Post Pavilion Ghost Tours Howard County’s Famous Firsts History Resources Volunteerism Getaways: Trips for the Guys and the Girls Golf Resources Spas and Wellness Resources Recreation Resources Howard County Map Ellicott City Walking Tour Savage Mill Artists Art and Music Resources Dining Profiles: Aida Bistro, Jordan’s Steakhouse, and Tersiguel’s Dining Resources Shopping Shopping Resources For the Event Planner Where to Stay Relocation Resources Business and Service Listings

Howard Life - June 2008-September 2008

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