January 1, 2020 … Lake Ouachita … Hot Springs, Arkansas
It was one of those absolutely perfect mornings for a hike at Mountain Harbor Resort and Spa near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Mountain Harbor is one of the finest places in Arkansas to “get away” for a few days with family or friends. For the past four or five years Patti and I have been doing just that … getting away over New Years with our life long friends, Gwen and JC. Each morning, JC and I … plus his dog, Herkie, wake up early and hike 2-3 miles. I took the above photo on New Years Day 2020 … what a special moment to welcome the new decade!
Bill, Merle, JC, Gwen, Patti, Jim celebrate the season and friendship
Not only are Patti and I thankful for friends of nearly half a century, but also slightly newer friends like Bill (Mountain Harbor Owner) and Merle. Bill and I served on the Arkansas State Parks Recreation and Tourism Commission together for a number of years. Mountain Harbor Resort is truly one of the great Arkansas Tourism destinations.
Garvan Woodland Botanical Gardens, Hot Springs, Arkansas
While in the Hot Springs area we visited Garvan Gardens to experience one of the most spectacular Christmas Light displays in Arkansas. A stroll (or golf cart ride) thru this amazing lighting extravaganza is a “must see” that rivals any I have seen in theme parks from Disney to Silver Dollar City. Just as I touted Mountain Harbor as a tourist destination, I classify Garvan Gardens as a Tourism Attraction Destination.
Also of note, don’t miss seeing the Tulips at Garvan Gardens in the Spring.
TULIP TEASER Photos !!
More information on Mountain Harbor and Garvan Gardens, check them out online.
Jim Dailey 