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Viewing Stop! Don't Break the Law during Your Fun Family Vacations!Stop! Don't Break the Law during Your Fun Family Vacations!
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No state is immune to archaic rules and regulations, and some may be considered valid even if they don't make much sense. This article will educate you about some of the funnier (and stranger) of these laws, from bear wrestling to ice cream cones. By Pam Voigt There's no denying it: Wacky laws are everywhere. No state is immune to archaic rules and regulations, and some may be considered valid even if they don't make much sense. Since you wouldn't want to break the law while enjoying some 'R&R' at your next family vacation spot, we'll educate you about some of the funnier (and stranger) of these oddball laws. No Bear Wrasslin' Here! Are you heading to Alabama as your next family vacation destination? Then make sure you've curbed your appetite for bear wrestling, because it's prohibited in the state. If you buck the system and try to wrestle Smokey to the ground outside of one of the many Alabama resorts, you'll be slapped with a lawsuit that says you've engaged in unlawful bear exploitation. Rent the Car ... Just Don't Spew Spittle out the Window Car and bus rentals are fine in Marietta, Georgia, and they might make your Georgia fun family vacation much easier. However, please make certain no one in your vehicle decides to spit out the window while you look at the beautiful scenery on your way to your Georgia lodging, as you could be fined. (FYI: If you need to spit, rent a truck instead. The law doesn't appear to cover those types of vehicles.) Kids for Sale? Not Here! Sure, your children might get on your nerves during your family beach vacation, but that's no reason to sell them. Besides, in Florida, trying to get money for your offspring is strictly against the law. You Wouldn't Dare! Delaware condominiums your dream? Once there, don't dare anyone to get married. A couple can actually file for an annulment if your dare was the main impetus for their vows. Don't Bring the Wrong Kind of 'Trunk'! If Florida is your family vacation destination of choice, it's best to leave your pet elephant at home. Should you decide to bring him or her with you, however, do take care not to tie him up at a parking meter unless you're prepared to pay for his 'stay' in the parking place, as though he were an automobile. Braying Bath Time Perhaps you're not the type to keep an elephant ... maybe you're a donkey lover instead. Just have an alternate plan for washing your braying buddy if you're staying in Georgia. Washing the four-footed friend in a bathtub is forbidden there. Under the Boardwalk? Don't Disrobe! Rehoboth Beach is a popular family vacation spot, but if you're there, don't change your clothes under the boardwalk. Although it might seem a natural decision, it's a big no-no. In fact, you aren't even supposed to remove your bathing suit in a public restroom. Do it in your hotel room instead. Dominoes? Not Today! It's Sunday ... and you want to play a game of dominoes while staying at your Alabama resort. However, stop before you open that game board. This day of the week is dominoes-free. (Try Parcheesi instead.) Bearded and Strapless? You May Be in Trouble! Guys, as lovely as your strapless evening gowns might be, it's illegal to wear them in public in Florida. Parade all around your Florida condo rooms if you'd like; just don't let those beaded beauties be seen in a public forum. I Scream, You Scream ... But We Can't Carry the Cone in Our Pockets Today Finally, one state really takes the cake (and ice cream, too) for the wackiest law on the books. In the Peach State, it's perfectly dandy to carry an ice cream cone in your back pocket Monday through Saturday; yet don't try it on the Sabbath Day. That's against the law. Consequently, if you're dying for a cool treat as you lounge on a Sunday at your Florida accommodations, it's probably wise to enjoy a fruity Popsicle instead just to reduce the temptation. Alternatively, you could always wear pocket-less pants, thus eliminating the opportunities for such creamy 'criminal' behavior. About the Author: Pam Voigt is employed at GuestQuest, a family vacation guide based in Cleveland, Ohio, that is your traveler guide for all of your lodging needs. With our travel magazine by your side, you may choose a number of luxury hotels and motels, resorts, and other accommodations from many states for your family. voigt @ guestquest.com. Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) |
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