Arkansas is rapidly developing as a family fun vacation destination. With its varied assortment of outdoors as well as indoors activities, it is becoming a delightful store of surprises. It offers great art galleries and theatres for the art lovers and challenging outdoors sports for the energetic.

   Did you know that Arkansas is called the "natural state"? For one thing there are over 600,000 acres of beaches, where you can swim, boat, water ski, parasail, fish, scuba dive or even take a trip on a house boat. There are numerous lakes and each is uniquely Arkansan.

   At the other end of the spectrum are the many picturesque hills and mountains that are great for hiking, camping, or just driving through. The spectacular scenery and natural wonders that are splattered all over the state are a challenge to the adventurous. When in the mountains, be sure to explore the many caves and underground caverns that are a discoverers delight.

   Golf is also a great activity to take part in while visiting Arkansas. There are many world class golf courses throughout the entire state that offer great vacation packages. The Arkansas landscape offers beautiful scenic courses to enjoy nine or eighteen holes of golf.

   If you are an art or history buff Arkansas has plenty for you to see and do. Arkansas is known for its civil war battlefields and rich American history. There are plenty of museums and historic heritage sites for you to enjoy.

   If you would like to enjoy life as the locals know it check out some of the many festivals that take place each year in Arkansas. The harvest is very important to the people of Arkansas and this is apparent in their many festivals that center on this event. Some of these festivals include watermelon, peach, and tomato festivals. There are also festivals that feature delicious foods such as steak, chilli con carne, and even Greek food. If you enjoy culinary delights then Arkansas' many food-related festivals will satisfy your taste.

   If music suits your fancy, look for a number of music festivals in this great southern state. The King Biscuit Blues Festivals is one of the largest and most popular outdoor festivals in the United States. When you attend, you will hear the best in blues music. If you prefer, you can also find rock and roll, jazz, classical, and operatic events and venues.

   Some people would rather dine in a five star eatery than eat chili at a cookout. Throughout Arkansas you will find many restaurants, and at least one of them is sure to satisfy your particular cravings. Naturally, many of them feature southern cooking, but you can easily find everything from Asian fusion to Russian meals.

   Arkansas also has plenty of spas to invigorate your body and mind. You can spend a day getting massages, facials, and even attend a yoga class to sooth the soul. These spas help you feel refreshed and rejuvenated. Most spas offer packaged deals where a couple of relaxing days are accompanied with treatment that can make you feel pampered like royalty.

   Obviously, Arkansas is a fabulous vacation site. There is something for everyone, whether it's a luxurious spa or the rich, natural beauty, or a combination of activities. The whole family will enjoy spending a vacation in Arkansas.