Vacation

Generally, more Americans are leaving paid vacation time unused. They are, essentially, working for free! More importantly, research suggests that's not good for them professionally or physically.

What at first seemed like a silly idea for a reboot/sequel has already proven itself as incredibly promising with just a couple of trailers — a new trailer for Vacation has arrived, and it’s just as funny as the previous ones (although it features less of Chris Hemsworth’s, um, area). A new generation of Griswolds hit the road for Walley World, and the results appear to be even more disastrous than the original gang’s vacation attempts.

Nothing like a long drive to Atlanta to gently remind you there are ways you can make those long car trips more bearable. Here are my five surefire ways to survive that vacation drive this Summer.

It's forward thinking like this that keeps us Louisianian's from being just plain BORING.

While we might all cringe a little at every fill up, the price of gas in Louisiana isn't really that bad. Check out the gas prices at some of your favorite vacation destinations to see how much money you'll need to budget for a fill up.

Tropical Nights' "Boots in the Sand" is an all-inclusive, four-night getaway in Riviera Maya, Mexico, featuring some of country music's biggest stars, an all-inclusive resort and more fun than you can imagine.

One of the best parts about summer is going on vacation, and the one place people love to go to is the beach. Whether it be Gulf Shores, Destin, or Maui, the beach is a great place to be during the hot, summer months. Everyone should know a couple of beach safety tips to stay safe on vacation...

Summer vacation is the greatest time in a kid's life. No school. No bullies. No teachers. No worries.

It’s summertime, which means you’ll probably take a week off for vacation to relax. But a vacation can be anything but relaxing.

If you're planning a trip to Disney World this summer, beware, because scientists say big ole mosquitoes are coming! According to entomologists at the University of Florida, a swarm of "mega mosquitoes" is set to invade central Florida this summer.

Sad news to report from a place where many Louisiana residents vacation every summer. An unnamed Louisiana woman died early Sunday after she fell from an eighth floor balcony at a condo in Orange Beach, Alabama.

Would you be interested in trying the Flyboard? I have to admit it looks fun but then again so does running with the bulls.

Just days after a recent study indicated theme park attendance is rising, Disney has announced it’s bumping up admission prices at Disney World, thus allowing the Florida vacation spot to retain the dubious title of “most expensive theme park.”

If your gas mileage doesn’t seem as good as it once was, there might be some very valid reasons — including the fact that you’re driving too aggressively.

Beach vacations often seem to be aimed at singles or couples — but if you have kids and still want a sandy summer trek, you might find a new list of the best US beaches for families pretty helpful.

Ever wanted to take a cruise? Bargain shoppers might find this to be the perfect time to book a seafaring voyage.

With the holidays passing by, it’s now the perfect time to plan an all-inclusive vacation somewhere tropical before the winter lulls set in. Even just the brochures will make you feel better, but how can you make sure your dream escape doesn’t turn into a nightmare?

OK...most of us save up all year for our vacation...whether its to the Gulf Coast or the French Riviera. I've got 2 vacation savings accounts that are totally seperate from my other expenses...and I take them very seriously. I can cut back on other things but NOT my vacation...

Vacations don't have to be a long drive away, they don't have to involve airports or TSA. A vacation is simply some time to get away from the everyday, to relax and recharge yourself. Here in Louisiana we are blessed with some great reasons not to drive far, it's our Louisiana State Parks!

As summer is approaching, and vacations are on our minds...it would be a shame to miss out on seeing some of these beautiful, wonderous places. I have never been to any of these, but my list is in hand, and I'm making plans....