Waypoints | STOPS ALONG THE WAY
Natchez, MS: HER
Natchez is perched 200 feet above the Mississippi River on the highest promontory north of the Gulf of Mexico. It is the oldest civilized settlement on the river, beating New Orleans by 2 years.
Most people equate Natchez with antebellum homes, cotton, riverboats, and the Civil War. There are over 500 houses, churches, and other buildings dating back before the Civil War. During March every year, Natchez hold its Spring Pilgrimage with tours of the houses, and a tableaux performed by the locales which depict Pre-Civil War Natchez. During this time, the owners of the houses on tour actually dress in period costumes. Needless to say, Natchez is a very great time to visit.
While there, you might want to tour the Old South Winery and taste some of the local wines. For overnight accommodations you have your choice of a bed and breakfast in an antebellum house or a traditional motel or hotel. There are antique shops everywhere, and, of course, there are the usual souvenir shops
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where you can find something to take home to those who weren’t lucky enough to see it first hand.
Of course, no visit to Natchez would be complete without enjoying your beverage of choice on Silver Street, at the Natchez-Under-the-Hill Bar. Be sure to tell Johnny Montgomery, the short (4’11”), grey haired and mustached bartender, that Eddie Seals said “hello.” Yep, The author has first hand knowledge of Natchez, since I grew up in that quaint little town. —Contributed on aviatorsguide.com by Marty Seals.
Lakeview, AR: On-Site Airport: 3MO
If fishing is your thing, then be sure to check out Gaston’s White River Resort, possibly the only fly-in resort dedicated to the fine art of fishing.
The resort was founded in 1958 by Al Gaston, who purchased six cottages  and six fishing boats along with 20 acres of land fronting on the White River. Over the years, the family has expanded the property considerably, to 400 acres, 79 cottages and more than 70 boats.
Trout fishing is excellent year-round, and if you’d like to engage in more physical activities, there are miles of trails for hiking and bicycling.
Rates are reasonable, ranging from $85 for a two-person cottage to $181 for a luxury cottage for two. There are also four-person cottages available.
Gaston’s superb restaurant has a relaxing view of the river, and offers an excellent menu selection including steaks, traditional seafood, and White River trout served in a variety of ways.
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Chetek, WI: KRPD
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If you and your spouse find yourselves in dire need of time away from the world, then you’ll find no better haven for the soul than the Lodge at Canoe Bay.
This northwestern Wisconsin resort is located on a 280-acre country estate featuring three private, spring-fed lakes. Nature blends seamlessly with the resort’s appealing, modern décor to create a truly relaxing environment to rekindle romance and forget about the cares of the world.
Although most rooms are equipped with fireplaces and two-person hot-tubs, there are no in-room telephones. Children and pets are not allowed at the resort, and prices are reasonable ranging from $290 to $490 per night.
Outdoor activities including hiking, swimming and fishing, as well as exploring the lakes with a kayak or rowboat. A large, well-stocked library in the common “great room” of the lodge offers books, CDs and DVDs to entertain indoors.
The main dining room features an outstanding menu and extensive wine list. Each evening, a four-course feast is featured at tables set for two. Men are requested to wear jackets in the dining room.
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