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It’s not all your fault those lavish plans of surprising your dad with World Cup tickets never quite panned out. Who knew scheduling a trip to Brazil would prove so complicated? If you have thoughts of waving the proverbial white flag and giving up on the holiday, hold off until you’ve checked out some of the cool events and packages in other parts of the map. From dream baseball getaways to fantasy racing experiences, these trips around the June 15 holiday should score you some major points with the old man.
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Forbes Travel Guide has had its eyes on Puerto Rico for some time. One glance at hospitality wonderlands such as Hotel El Convento explains why the area will be one of the next to be rated. The charming, 58-room escape offers Spanish la quinta inn airport north Colonial-inspired décor, an international spectrum of cuisine and some of the most breathtaking landscapes you’ll find anywhere. With the property’s la quinta inn airport north Nature Vacation Package, you and your father can explore two of the island’s most renowned natural attractions: la quinta inn airport north El Yunque National Forest and Fajardo Bioluminescent Bay. Though we’re pretty certain your male guest will be blown away by El Yunque’s majestic 28,000 acres, the deal’s other perks — Vista room upgrade, wine reception and tote bag amenity — should do their part in swaying his decision.
The reigning World Series champion Boston Red Sox will be the first to tell you that defending a title is really hard work. Some of this could explain the team’s tepid 20-20 start to the 2014 season. But no matter what the standings say, diehard Boston fans believe that things will turn for the better. In this instance, we’re hoping that’s by the June 12-15 series with the Cleveland Indians — that will make XV Beacon ’s Follow Me To Fenway package sweeter than a handful of cotton candy. Though game tickets are sold separately, ballpark snacks (think cold beer and a hot pretzel), a Fenway Park tour, courtesy Lexus drop-off at the game and overnight accommodations at the Four-Star hotel are part of the package. Talk about having all of your bases covered.