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10 Fun and Romantic Fall Getaways

Carl Pettit — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:43:47 +0000

We tend to associate the end of summer and the arrival of fall with going back to school or getting back to work, as the vacation season is over. But that doesn’t have to be the case. The northern hemisphere contains some pretty remarkable fall destinations, perfect for weekend adventures or even weeklong getaways. Sure, [...]

Cruise Ship Time Lapse Trip Across The Globe [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 19:18:53 +0000

Imagine sailing next to the glaciers in Alaska, down the Grand Canal in Venice or along the beaches of the Bahamas, it's all here in a quick video that's easy to watch.

10 Last Minute Summer Vacations You Can Take — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:30:08 +0000

This might be your last chance have some of that summer fun. Colleges are starting to begin the fall semester. Mothers are frantically picking up school supplies for their little ones. The bikinis are going away, and the cardigans are here to stay. You still have time for a last-minute vacation, though. It may not be the [...]

Acadiana's Favorite Vacation Destinations

Sam Stokes — Thu, 31 May 2012 06:02:15 +0000

It's vacation time, Acadiana! As the summer sun slowly assumes it's position, the mass exodus along I-10 will soon be underway. Every day, more and more people packed SUVs will be spotted carrying vacationers every which direction. Facebook newsfeeds will explode with countdowns to vacations, and pictures of families wearing white clothing posing in front [...]

Will You Take Your Pets on Vacation with You? – Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:30:13 +0000

Taking a pet with you on vacation can be a challenge. Just ask Mitt Romney, who still gets grief about the time he strapped his Irish Setter — who was suffering from diarrhea — to the roof of his car during a family trip in 1983. Nevertheless, it seems that most pet owners still take their favorite furball on vacation with them.

Are You Planning to Go on Vacation This Summer? – Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:30:40 +0000

High gas prices and a soft economy have many in the travel industry fearing that Americans are going to ditch the traditional summer vacation this year. But is that really the case? A Harris Interactive poll of 2,199 US adults suggests these worries may be overblown. According to the survey, 87% of Americans are planning to [...]

5 Types of Dance That Will Get You Beach Ready

Jill McCoy — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:50:14 +0000

It is almost Mardi Gras and with all of the parties, king cakes, and alcohol many of us have probably forgot about our New Years Resolution: to get into shape. Before we know it will be a week until Spring Break and looking in the mirror will not be a pleasant sight. However, I have [...]

Forget That Vacation in Hawaii — Why Not Book a Trip to Space? [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:59:08 +0000

If you’ve ever dreamed of going to outer space, your wish may soon come true — and you won’t have to join NASA to make it happen. Three companies have jumped into the space tourism business and are currently taking reservations for future flights. Booking a seat isn’t cheap, but it won’t cost anywhere near [...]

Italy Tops the List of Most Popular Vacation Destinations in 2012 — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:00:42 +0000

Are you planning on using your passport in 2012? According to a Travel-Ticker survey of 2,301 people, Italy is the most popular overseas travel spot for the coming year, with 43 percent citing it as one of their “dream destinations.”

Proof The Brady Curse Will Kill TV's Modern Family

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:00:08 +0000

To the untrained eye I might appear to be just a disc jockey, but those in the know understand that I am a paid observer of life. Of the many things these wise old eyes and ears have had the opportunity to observe over the years is television. As Kenny Rogers would say, I know when to hold 'em and know when to fold 'em, at least as far as when a great TV show is about to go belly up. I call it the Brady Curse and I will explain.

Why Is America The 'No-Vacation Nation'?

Stephanie Crist — Sat, 28 May 2011 15:00:19 +0000

Hey, I'm ALL about taking vacations-as a matter of fact, I save all year just to go to the beach for a week! It's not only a family tradition, but it recharges me for the rest of the year at my wonderful, but very stressful, job. Enjoy your holiday weekend-I hope you are doing something fun, and remembering why we are REALLY celebrating Memorial Day.