American Express Vacations Uncovers a Jewel of the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains

Thanks to the growing popularity of the wilderness resort, there are a number of American Express travel deals available to travelers looking for outdoor beauty. But with the public's growing demand, comes a need for travel agents to be able to recommend specific sights, resorts and activities to offer value their clients. New research has uncovered some amazing resorts, with varying degrees of luxury and value in an area called the June Lake Loop located in Mono County, California.

For the Rugged Traveler

Down route US 395, about 70 miles from the small city Bishop, American Express Vacations
tells us travelers see the most beautiful scenic loop by far: The June Lake Loop. This green and richly forested area is home to four large lakes. This beautiful area includes June Lake, noted for its rich cobalt blues and aquamarine streaks, Gull Lake, known for its California Sea Gull population, Silver Lake, known for its glassy and silvery color and Grant Lake is also the largest lake in the most barren part of the area. The Loop has six campgrounds, three named for June Lake, Gull Lake and Sliver Lake: Oh! Ridge, Reversed Creek and Walker Lake. The campgrounds are a great value, costing only $12 a day and are great for travelers wishing to experience the Eastern Sierras in its most natural and rugged setting. Reservations are recommended, but not required.

For the More Reserved Traveler

Not all travelers are up to sleeping on the ground under the stars. But in June Lake, there are a number of motels, which are privately held, offering varying levels of comfort and value. For travelers who wish to experience the beauty of the surrounding nature with some of the comforts allowed to modern travelers, American Express Travel recommends its clients check out the Silver Lake Resort. This resort was originally established in 1916, and offers private, one-bedroom cabins with a bed, a bathroom, a kitchenette, and in some cases, a television with cable. Cabins start at about $125 a night and range to $230 a night. The smaller cabins sleep two and the larger cabins sleep eight.

For the Luxury Traveler

The June Lake Loop has boomed in resent years and is now beginning to attract visitors with a taste for luxury. A number of privately held mansions and condos have sprung up, and some are available to rent on a weekly basis. For visitors interested in experiencing nature in the lap of luxury, try the Double Eagle Resort and Spa. Their Deluxe Two Bedroom Cabins have a wood burring fireplace, fully equipped kitchens, a furnished living room, TV/VCR, telephones, a king or queen in at least one bedroom, outside decks with furnishings and a barbecue. All of the cabins have breath taking views of the near by Carson Peak. A full service spa and health and fitness center is also on the property. There are also several activities available to guests, including horseback riding, hiking, lead nature walks and rock climbing.

There are so many choices for travelers who wish to experience the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. From camping to resorts, there are accommodations for every type of traveler. There are a number of American Express Exclusives offered to anyone interested in staying in a non-government run resort in the June Lake Loop. This destination is becoming a hot spot for worldwide travelers who wish to experience near by Mammoth Mountain or Yosemite National Park.

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