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    A Doctor on Vacation: Diagnosing Disease Wherever She Goes
    2008-07-20 00:05:00
    By Dena Rifkin, MD As I prepared for a vacation recently, I realized that it’s getting harder and harder to really “check out” of any kind of job these days. The ubiquitousness of BlackBerries,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
    By: DrEddyClinic -project - Complementary and alternat
     
    What I Did On My Summer Vacation - 2008 Part Quatre
    2008-07-19 08:33:52
    Scooters In Paris … Vespas are a rare site … Maxis. high speed, high HP … that sounds like more than a 250cc … Apart from bad weather and the whole crush-space thing, they make a whole lot of sense … As you would imagine, scooters are a widely used for of transportation in France. You [...]
    By: AutomoBlog.net
     
    A Good Summer Vacation Choice: Barcelona, Spain
    2008-07-17 20:19:38
    It is a good choice to take a vacation to Barcelona, Catalonia of Spain in summer. You & your family will relish the warm summer sun & cool Mediterranean breezes while basking at the beach near Barcelona holiday apartments.
    By: voyage echoes in the wind
     

    Vacation accessories
    2008-07-16 10:43:29
    One may ask, what accessories does a woman need when she is going to the beach or poolside? Of course, a fancy straw bag with room to hold all of the necessary beach essentials. That's number one on... Click on the title to see more
    By: The Fashion Time Magazine
     
    Las Vegas Coupons for Vacation Cost Savings
    2008-07-15 00:00:00
    With the economy being what it is today, everyone is looking for ways to save money. Las Vegas coupons can save you money on a great vacation. Las Vegas is one of the most popular vacation and conventions spots in the country with tons of things to see and do. In early years, the big [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Discount Myrtle Beach Hotel Rates For A Perfect Family Vacation
    2008-07-15 00:00:00
    Myrtle Beach is an amazing city in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It is also known as the Grand Slam, which is an area generally considered to stretch from Calabash, North Carolina to Georgetown, South Carolina. It has a population of approximately 380,000. Myrtle Beach is the largest city along the Grand Strand [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     

    Don't Take a Vacation From Healthy Eating
    2008-07-14 02:09:00
    (HealthDay News) -- Even though it's summertime, children shouldn't be allowed to take a vacation from healthy eating habits, advises Dr. Sarah Armstrong, a pediatrician at Duke University Medical... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
    By: DrEddyClinic -project - Complementary and alternat
     
    What I Did On My Summer Vacation 2008 - Part Trois
    2008-07-12 13:32:25
    The power and the glory that is the TGV … especially when it utterly fails. Chicago to NYC in 6 hours For $125 … Choke the Mister … Even at this speed, Avignon still give me the willies … “They don’t know what the problem is” … France has a train system that is truly [...]
    By: AutomoBlog.net
     
    Tips to avoid being victimized on vacation
    2008-07-12 07:39:47
    No one knows better than the police which tricks criminals are using to prey on unsuspecting tourists. BARCELONA You’re pretty safe walking anywhere in the main tourist areas, but be wary of strangers who are a little too friendly, says a police spokeswoman who was not authorized to give her name. If someone asks how you [...]
    By: CheapOair
     
    Refresh Your Mind with Vacation
    2008-07-12 05:56:00
    Sometimes, you feel bored at your school or at your works, probably nothing there is nothing for you to do unless you take some holiday for a couple of days. Take my advice, you should take a good rest and relax your mind. However, most people want to do something exciting for their holiday. Therefore, what you are going to do with your holiday? In my opinion, a vacation by the sea would be good
    By: Suray\\\\\\\'s Words
     
    Self-Improvement, The Real Reason People Go On Vacation
    2008-07-11 16:51:00
    People say they want a vacation; that they need a vacation to rest their nerves. They say a vacation or trip will give them a break from the hussle and bussle of their day-to-day lives, esp. their work lives. But they never really get to the issues of why they need a break from work. The reasons they say don’t get to the core of the vacation dilemma - the why of the vacation equation - why they feel they need this detour from regular life.I think I know the true reason for vacations, people want a vacation to install a new way of living and to bring about another way of living an thinking, even if just for a few days or weeks - it’s for there self-improvement. Vacations give us a chance to radically transform the manner in which we see and go about living in this busy and sometimes hustle world. Self-improvement and personal development are the real undercurrents of this request for break in our usual routine. Sure, we are not usually aware of this hidden aim and mistakenly refer t
    By: Glendell's Art And Music
     
    Bangkok Top City for Vacation Travel
    2008-07-11 07:05:01
    Looks like an online poll by Travel + Leisure magazine voted Bangkok as the top city in the world for vacation travel. The Galapagos were voted the top island in the world for travelers. Last year the winners were Florence, Italy and Bali, Indonesia. This is the first time that Bangkok has grabbed the title for [...]
    By: Thailand Musings
     
    I’m Goin’ On Vacation
    2008-07-10 09:33:04
    Hey peeps, I’m goin on vacation, so I won’t be able to post, so Carter and Vezon cover 4 me. I’ll be back on the 18th, cya!
    By: Guymed's Awesome Club Penguin Center
     
    Great Ski Vacation in Crystal Mountain
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Crystal Mountain is a ski area in the Cascade Range of Washington, the largest ski resort in the state.With an elevation of 7004 feet and a vertical drop of 3102 feet, Crystal Mountain actually sits below Mount Rainier, which has a top elevation of 14,408 feet. Between the months of November and April, several feet [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Sailing Vacation in Antigua
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Antigua is an island in the West Indies, Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region, the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. The island’s is roughly 87 kilometres (54 miles) and its population is around 70,000.It is the largest of the Leeward Islands, and the most developed [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Sailing Vacation in Martinique
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Martinique is an island in the eastern Caribbean Sea.Martinique is also one of the twenty-six regions of France and an integral part of the Republic. As part of France, Martinique is part of the European Union, and its currency is the Euro.It has a land area of 1,128 square km and a population [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Cruise Vacation In The Caribbean
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Situated largely on the Caribbean Plate, the region comprises more than 7,000 islands, islets, reefs, and cays. Also called the West Indies,the region consists of the Antilles, divided into the larger Greater Antilles which bound the sea on the north and the Lesser Antilles on the south and east (including the Leeward Antilles), and the [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Sailing Vacation in Hawaii
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Hawaii is located on an archipelago in the central Pacific Ocean southwest of the continental United States, southeast of Japan, and northeast of Australia. Its capital is Honolulu on the island of Oahu. The most recent census puts Hawaii’s population at around 1.22 million. Although some said that Hawaii’s sailing vacations are slightly expensive, [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Sailing Vacation in the United States
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    Planning for a great sailing vacation in the US? Always make your safety, comfort, and legalities as the main priorities. For those who don’t have any sailing experience in the US or to any other part of the world, it is best to rent a crewed boat wherein everything will be provided to you. The [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Sailing Vacation in Tuscany
    2008-07-10 00:00:00
    These days, more charter companies have opened up making it easy for people to see various destinations by sea. If you are planning to go to Europe, why don’t you see what a Tuscany sailing vacation has to offer? Tuscany is a region in Italy. It has an area of 22,990 km and a population [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    A Mental Vacation
    2008-07-09 00:29:54
    Pretty much every place I didn't go on my vacation...If the video doesn't appear click here.Backstory and more videos at Where the Hell is Matt
    By: Dyre Portents
     
    Think about a Holiday or Vacation swap this season!
    2008-07-07 12:15:45
    When I first heard about “home swap”, “holiday swap” the first thing came into my mind that it might be a new idea to save money and other hassles of journey and travel. But I was really surprised to know that, it’s been around for over 40 years. What is home swap/exchange or vacation/holiday swap? Home exchange [...]
    By: Reviews and ramblings around the blogsphere!
     
    A Cruise Can Be Just the Vacation You Need!
    2008-07-06 14:44:59
    At least a week allocated for your vacation. You need a few days to get ready, a few days on the cruise itself, & a few days to readjust to your working life. Why is a cruise perfect for you? • You have an adventurous spirit; Who knows who you might meet on your cruise?
    By: voyage echoes in the wind
     
    What I Did On My Summer Vacation 2008 - Part Deux
    2008-07-05 14:00:54
    A town with 50,000 people, two traffic lights and seemingly 45 roundabouts Getting from here to there on Roman roads … tailgating as a foreign concept … The yield sign, properly used … bad karma with a scooter … The first part of the trip was actually spent in the south of France, in this [...]
    By: AutomoBlog.net
     
    City passes new law on vacation rentals - Napa Valley Register
    2008-07-04 01:53:10
    City passes new law on vacation rentalsNapa Valley Register, CA - 23 minutes agoBy BILL KISLIUK While some Napans complain about vacation rentals in their neighborhoods, others are seeking to add their homes to the list of those … Original post by nathaniel
    By: UniQuest
     
    Ten Tips for Renting a Paris Vacation Apartment
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    Officially known as the City of Light, Paris boasts over 27 million visitors per year and has the honor of being the most visited city in the world.One of the best ways to explore Paris is to rent a vacation apartment. With all the comforts of home, renting a vacation apartment. allows you the [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    How to Find the Best Deals on Paris Vacation Apartment Rentals
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    Paris is capital of France and leading vacation destination in the world. Paris’s economy relies heavily on tourism. The majority of tourists visit between the months of October and December. The peak season (a.k.a. “most expensive”) falls between April and June, while the off-season falls between November and February. There are many reputable companies who [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Considering the Vacation of Your Dreams
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    Have you ever wanted to get away from it all and experience luxury that is simply not present in your everyday world? The truth of the matter is, none of us really expect to live a life of leisure and luxury, but that is where your vacation can come in! Tourism is one [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Great Discounts on Rentalo.com's Summer Vacation Rentals - PR Web (press release)
    2008-07-03 23:03:56
    Great Discounts on Rentalo.com's Summer Vacation RentalsPR Web (press release), WA - 21 minutes agoFamilies looking for an affordable vacation rental would be well advised to visit www.Rentalo.com, the online vacation rental directory that connects … Original post by nathaniel
    By: UniQuest
     
    Vacation Again!!
    2008-07-03 22:02:35
    I sent  a ping to Mark and was told he was on lunch so I waited. He came back and said my VL’s for July 22 to 24 were approved. Weeeeeee!!! How lucky can a girl get? So it was approved and right now am on what seem like a rush mission to locating vacation [...]
    By: My Restless Feet
     
    Why Canada Is A Great, Affordable Vacation Destination
    2008-07-03 00:00:00
    When most people think of great vacation destinations, they too often include far-away locals such as Europe, the Bahamas or even South America. And while these travel destinations are great if you have the budget and time to accommodate travel, there are other countries that are much closer (we share borders with them, in [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Web Only Travel Deals And Vacation Coupons – The Best Kept Secret?
    2008-07-02 04:56:40
    Sure people are catching on to the fact that coupons can be found online for everything from books to clothing but did you know that travel deals abound on the web as well? CheapOair.com has a dedicated team of marketing professionals who make sure that our web coupons can be found on over seven sites [...]
    By: CheapOair
     
    Hotels for Vacation
    2008-07-01 06:59:29
    At season holidays and we want to get vacation we need to search hotels for our holidays but when holiday season arrive we often find many difficulty when booking hotels because the hotels are full booked, well now there are solution for you to choose hotels for your holidays, you can visit cheaperthanhotels.com to choose [...]
    By: All About Share
     
    CHECK OUT BREN OLIVER'S PRE-VACATION PUNCH-DRUNK HANGOVER COLUMN
    2008-06-30 21:59:57
    Click on the picture below to read a great wrap up of the year to date and some breaking mixed martial arts news and reports of future match-ups:
    By: Fight News Unlimited
     
    Orlando Vista Hotel - Vacation Anyone?
    2008-06-30 03:31:11
    Spring has arrived and it's almost summer. What's a better way to kick off the break then a vacation to Orlando Florida, Lake Buena Vista Hotels? I can't think of one! With a vacation to Orlando you will not be disappointed. The weather is beautiful, the hotels are great, and your kids will even have fun too. There are hotels near Disney World just for your convenience. Not only all of this, but soon to come is the "2008 American Urological Association Annual Meeting" of which the Orlando Vista Hotel is the perfect choice to stay at while attending the event in the city. It's all great and it's definitely wonderful!You may now be worried about finding hotels that are in convenient locations. Don't worry about that, as you will find the most convenient hotels to stay at while attending the AUA convention. Speaking of convenience, if you're looking for a hotel near the convention center and within walking distance of restaurants, come to stay at the Orlando vista hotel. What's so great
    By: Ultimate Perfect Pushup Review
     
    A San Francisco Vacation
    2008-06-29 18:59:29
    I remember when I first went to San Francisco, California. It was about two summers ago. The weather was always beautiful and the views were amazing. I remember going across the Golden Gate Bridge. It was just awesome. The traffic isn't always the greatest, especially when trying to get back to Oakland, but overall, the trip was very fun.My favorite part about San Francisco has to be Fisherman's Wharf. Fisherman's Warf is full of all different things. You can go there and enjoy a nice Giant's baseball game. After the game you can walk around the Wharf and I can guarantee there will be at least something that will interest you. There are all kinds of shops and all kinds of street performances always going on.After enjoying a walk through the Wharf, you can go to a nice restaurant. If you like seafood, then the Wharf is a great place to be, although you can enjoy a nice steak or hamburger among other things if you'd like.If you're interested in all of this and more, then be sure to check
    By: Ultimate Perfect Pushup Review
     
    Our Great 7-Day Vacation this Week
    2008-06-29 01:17:00
    Yesterday is just a busy day for me since I packed my stuff for 7-day cruise vacation for us. I packed my own and my husband do it also his stuff as I do not really know how he pack his things, he is a traveler than me and he knows better how to pack his stuff. When he does not have time, I can do it but he has time, as it is weekend. This afternoon, we will be on cruise and I felt excited about it and no blogging and taking opps for me for 7-days. I brought one time my laptop on the cruise and now I am not bringing it as I wanted to enjoy and concentrate our fun. I am not sure I can get an internet access there as last time we went on cruise, I did not get any connection, so I felt disappointed as makes me think bringing my laptop without any use is just a hassle, so no laptop for me this 7 day of vacation. I am sure we will be going to have a blast as we did the 1st time we had wonderful time and one of great experienced and vacation that we ever had. I will post some pictures in my
    By: My Trails In Life
     
    Planning A Central Florida Vacation
    2008-06-28 23:09:01
    Before you head for central Florida, get the lowdown on good vacation planning for that area. There was a time when a trip to Orlando was a simple matter. Most people planned for a day or two at Disney World and then headed straight for the beaches to the west, south or east. But, all that ...
    By: UniQuest
     
    What I Did On My Summer Vacation - 2008
    2008-06-28 11:18:57
    As potentially some of you might have noticed, I dropped off the scene and was replaced by a robot … had to get away, had a summer vacation to go on. Where? France … yeah, I know, odd choice, but there were a bunch of conspiring factors. Why write about it here? Filler … besides, there’s freaky car-related shit [...]
    By: AutomoBlog.net
     
    Seven Tips for Saving Money When Renting a Vacation Apartment in Paris
    2008-06-28 00:00:00
    According to “Visit Paris Research,” more than 80 million tourists visited Paris in 2006. Of those tourists, 17 million visited during the months of October through December, which is considered the “peak” season. In other words, sleeping accommodations cost considerably more. Tip #1: One of the easiest ways to save money when renting a vacation apartmentin [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    7 Fatal Mistakes Made When Booking A Paris Vacation Apartment
    2008-06-28 00:00:00
    Vacation rentals can be tricky to navigate, but the payoff is huge. Whether you are a budget traveler who cannot afford the double-whammy cost of hotels and restaurants, or a luxury traveler who wants seclusion and over-the-top grandeur, you will get more space and privacy for your money by booking a rental property. And you [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Planning the Perfect Summer Vacation and Avoiding Pitfalls
    2008-06-27 09:02:48
    Summer breaks are supposed to let you escape from the daily humdrum, release your work stress, and spend quality time with your loved ones. The tale of vacations purported to be fun, yet turned disastrous is an old story and there are a myriad of reasons why. But, we can avoid these pitfalls by planning [...]
    By: CheapOair
     
    Cane Island Disney Vacation Condominiums - Price Reduction
    2008-06-27 08:08:08
    Cane Island is a 260 condominium project with 205 available units and fully approved for short term rentals. It is gated with a beautifully decorated 3,700 sq ft. clubhouse, state of the art fitness center, sauna, game room, full service kitchen and social room.  The amenity center also hosts a covered spa, large pool & [...]
    By: Orlando Real Estate
     
    Baby Boomers! Cant wait for that perfect vacation
    2008-06-25 21:23:00
    With the first baby boomers now officially reaching retirement age, many are looking at life settlements as an alternative to surrendering or letting their insurance policies lapse. Whether because of their inability or desire to continue to pay rising premiums, or because of the lack of need for the policy, they are realizing the benefits of having the option to sell. For those that qualify, life settlements can provide a cash infusion greater than the surrender value of a policy. They can also be used as an alternative investment. Term policies, which have no underlying cash value and typically disappear once surrendered, often have some value. Keep in mind that life settlements are not appropriate for everyone and it is estimated that 1 in 5 policyholders over age 65 are eligible. Prior to the rise of life settlements about ten years ago, the only option the insured had when they could not or did not want to make payments was to surrender the policy. Those that are surrendered and h
    By: Baby Health Care
     
    I’m Going On Vacation
    2008-06-25 08:53:29
    I’ll be leaving for vacation soon after I post this. Fortunately, the only update on Friday will be a new Sports Catalog. Which means 1 new playercard background, and 1- 2 new/old catalog secrets. I’ll post them immediately when I get back early Monday. But if you don’t want to wait, just hover your mouse [...]
    By: Club Penguin Cheats
     
    Make the most of your Vacation
    2008-06-23 11:43:07
    I would love to take a tour of new York city using a New York tourist guide and just see everything there is to see. Vacations have become a thing of the past for us. Not just recently either.  I keep trying to remember that things are going to get better but [...]
    By: Quietly Into the Night
     
    Budget Skiing and Vacation Packages
    2008-06-18 00:00:00
    Many ski enthusiasts around the world enjoy an international ski vacation sometime during the winter months. Most ski resorts are operational between the months of October and April. This gives skiers a minimum of seven full months to plan winter vacations or long weekends. Some of the most popular ski destinations in the world include [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Disneyworld Year of a Million Dreams Vacation in Comfort Giveaway
    2008-06-17 02:14:00
    Summer is here and kids are trading classrooms for camp-outs, buses for bikes and math lessons for swimming lessons. Hanes also knows that the fun-filled season also means more family travel, which is why they are offering families everywhere in the US the chance to “Vacation in Comfort” during The Year of A Million Dreams at Walt Disney World® Resort. Buy specially marked packages of Hanes products.When you purchase a Hanes® product, you could be one of seven winners of a Walt Disney World® vacation for four. Find the entry codes on specially marked packages of Hanes or in your shipments from Hanes.com, and enter them on the site for a chance to win. You can also enter to win with a free code at www.hanes.com/vacationincomfort (you just have to refer to the specific instructions - mailing in a hand printed self addressed envelope to a certain address and get back a promotional code).The contest runs from June through August 30, 2008 and seven winning families will be drawn arou
    By: Daytrippingmom
     
    A Not-too-far Get Away That Won’t Bust Your Gas Budget (or..How I Spent My Summer Vacation)
    2008-06-16 20:26:48
    I love selling West Bank real estate…I really do.   But my favorite thing in the entire world is the beach.  I loooooove the beach.  I love to spend the day lying on a towel on the sand with a good trashy murder mystery paperback and an ice chest full of Diet Coke, listening to the waves [...]
    By: West Bank Living
     
    On mini-vacation until Tuesday night
    2008-06-16 18:04:00
    Hi Everyone. I haven't forgotten you. I have taken a mini vacation to work on an important project — and I'll be back with regular posts Tuesday after 5 p.m. Of course, if anything major breaks, I'll be sure to have it here for you. See you Tuesday night, and thanks for your patience!
    By: The Hudson Line Blog
     
    Rest of Vacation Pictures
    2008-06-16 16:37:15
    Riding paddle boats. David caught his first fish. I love this picture.  Zachary has a rib in each hand.  He loved sucking those bones clean. David riding go-carts. My boys sitting on a "duck" at Wisconsin Dells. Justin lost his first tooth!  We were at Culver's (which I had been wanting to eat at because Beverly used to rave about their burgers, but wouldn't you know it, I was too sick to eat that day!).  He was eating frozen custard and said, "What is this in my ice cream?" and it was his tooth!  Isn't he cute? This is us at the Creation Museum. I don't know why we all have such weird looks on our faces. This is my favorite scene at the museum.  Adam working the garden with two sons while pregnant Eve looks on.  I'm really glad we got to go there--it was such a neat place.  The neatest thing was actually seeing many families with lots more children than we had!It was a blessing to find out that they had a major military discount.  We
    By: Homekeeping Heart
     
    Vacation Picture Post
    2008-06-15 20:40:22
    Warning--MANY pictures ahead!Isaiah and Zachary playing with bubbles at "Pops" house. David and Pops--my dad--playing together.  My dad and stepmom had unfortunately already heard the news of my pregnancy, but we still got to surprise them with the news of it being a girl.  They were really glad for that.  For once, we never heard any unkind words from any of our family about the new baby.  I think #5 has been the magic number where everyone has seemed to accept that this is just how we are.  The only thing we did hear was from a couple people talking about my "health" and my "body" etc.  but other than that, we got no bad comments.  I'm in perfect health and my body is doing what it was made for--thanks for asking   Isaiah got a "boo boo".  We never got the full story because all he was able to say was "David. Swing." and of course David wasn't telling! Isaiah going down the rolly slide at the most incredible playground I've ever see
    By: Homekeeping Heart
     
    Florida Beach Vacation and a Stay at Home Mom’s Business Opportunity-What’s the Connection?
    2008-06-12 07:55:35
    If you’ve never taken a Florida beach vacation, you don’t know what you are missing. The sun is always shining, the water is always warm, and the view is always peaceful. Today anyone, even stay at home mom’s can afford the experience. That is, if you know how to get the money. Original [...]
    By: UniQuest
     
    I need a vacation!
    2008-06-12 07:46:00
    I did not realize that life would be busier once school let out. It seems like I don't have any time left at the end of the day to do anything, and I feel like I have neglected my blog. Maybe its because the weather is nicer and we've been spending more and more time outside. Natalie's garden is coming along nicely. Her tomatoes are coming along great! Natalie is starting to get back in the swim mode. But its really all about the horse riding right now. We have made several trips to the stable just to give carrots and apple treats to Duke & Golly. I'm still wondering if this is a phase or a real deal!Well since I've been neglecting the blog, I have been working on a website for Natalie and her new hobby. It's still under construction, but I think its coming along well. Click here to view.We leave for vacation on Saturday, we are going up north and there is no wi-fi where we are going. There are also no phones. It will be tough, but I will suffer through :)
    By: Living in the Moment
     
    Things I did on my summer vacation…
    2008-06-11 09:53:10
    Okiediddledidokie, as all of my 3 ‘regular’ readers EXCEPT the incongruous Prophet Joe have realized by now… There has been a decrease in my already sporadic posting of late… As I mentioned before, Chiquita and her sister, went back to the DR for a while to catch-up with their family and show off the babies. Hence, [...]
    By: Trouble's Island
     
    Take a vacation, for your health's sake
    2008-06-11 07:08:00
    Take a vacation, for your health's sakeBy Alina Tugend Gas prices are going up, the economy is going down, and it seems hard to justify a vacation when many of us are glad just to have jobs. But now, more than ever, we need to take a break — a real break, not just a long weekend — from our stressed-out lives.But, it turns out, even before the downturn, a lot of Americans were working through their vacation time, taking fewer and shorter holidays.A global study by Expedia.com found that about a third of employed Americans usually do not take all the vacation days that they are entitled to, leaving an average of three days on the table.This is not so unusual. About a quarter of the workers in Britain do not take all their vacation time, and in France a little less. The only difference is that the British get an average of 26 days of vacation and the French about 37 — compared with 14 days for Americans, Expedia.com said.According to John de Graaf, executive director of Take Back Yo
    By: Nerdy Eddy
     
    Spend your vacation wisely
    2008-06-10 09:50:34
    I really had so much fun when me and my colleagues spent our beach vacations in one of the beautiful and chic resorts in Samal last April of this year. Indeed it was really fun and I will never... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
    By: Carpe Diem
     
    Diesel's Summer Vacation
    2008-06-09 10:34:54
    While Diesel is taking a well-deserved break from blogging this week, we present to you a special series of guest posts, lovingly entitled "Meet the Real Diesel."Today's guest blogger is Snuppy, aka "Crazy Aunt Bea," formerly of Central Snark, whose special bond with Diesel has transcended time, space and several restraining orders. Enjoy.Diesel's Summer VacationDiesel was the prettiest little girl I ever did see. Despite her dirty face, impossibly short hair, and the fact she wore dingy dungarees over a torn tee shirt, I could tell from the moment I shoved her inside my car that she was a child worth investing time, money, and bath salts on. And believe you me, I went about doing just that during the summer young Diesel spent with me on the ancestral family farm, located on the outskirts of Pixley, California.Like all children in new surroundings, Diesel -- or Dee Dee, as I preferred to call her -- was initially timid, and just a tad terrified. Truth be told, I was a little surprised
    By: Mattress Police - Antisocial Commentary
     
    This week, Last Month, Vacation
    2008-06-06 15:14:33
    The past few weeks have been difficult trading for me. I cant remember the last good up day I had where I really felt like I was able to catch some good moves. It seems like every day I just come in and churn my account… make a little lose a little. I ended last [...]
    By: 10kthrownaway
     
    Summer Vacation Is Over and School Time Is Coming
    2008-06-06 00:08:03
    It was a tiring day for me. I had finished all my blog posts. After those, my children and I went to bookstore to buy their school supplies. Now, we just came home and write on my blog. After which, I'll finish my chores, clean up and take a rest.I always bring my little girl whenever I leave the house. She is so active, smart and sweet. She is only two so I never leave her to anybody else except my family. It's hard to take care of her. I get tired especially when we go out to have some groceri
    By: My Journey
     
    Cubicle Rage: the Dude Needed a Vacation
    2008-06-05 05:02:19
    As Seen on the office Security Cam. via Update: Ramsey of AcrossTheBoardblog.com found a video of this shot from someones cellphone with audio. http://view.break.com/513569 - Watch more free videos
    By: Outhouse Rag
     
    Cadiz Beaches of Spain Vacation Best Destination Rentals
    2008-06-01 13:21:10
    Cadiz city (La Victoria, Cortadura and La Caleta)** Much can be said about the funds city's chronicle and customs – arguably the oldest lingering in Europe – but I'll thrust to the beaches. La Victoria and Cortadura are best if you want immense stretches of nothing but smooth, whereas La Caleta is more in the historic divide of urban, flanked by two castles. While your in city, be confident to prize up a free city lead from a tourist workforce: the streets have blush-coordinated routes painted on them so you simply trek around. Parking can be tough on festival years, so propose your tumble with a calendar of Spanish and regional holidays in hand.Chiclana / Novo Sancti Petri (La Barrosa)** Given the ample series of variables in play for different tourists, this shoreline has much to proffer. Think of it as a mini-Punta Cana: long, sweeping white beaches of sunny polish nestled in the plot of a twine of top resort hotels. You can factually toddle out your lodge's back doors and hike
    By: Cheap Car Rental Tips
     
    Camping: A fun and inexpensive vacation
    2008-06-01 05:53:00
    There is nothing more enjoyable than going to bed to the sound of crickets in the evening and then waking up in the morning to the sound of birds chirping outside your tent.Teaching a youngster how to roast a marshmallow over an open fire will be a fond memory for years to come and looking for shooting stars in a sky bright with stars is an experience that cannot be fully appreciated in the city.But the best news is that the cost of camping is still a bargain compared to staying in a hotel, motel or a rental cabin at a resort.
    By: Camping News
     
    Frugal Travel Begins Before the Trip: Vacation Preparation Checklist
    2008-06-01 05:13:53
    Merriam-Webster defines the word “vacation” as “a respite or a time of respite from something”. Well, if that “something” from which one is taking a respite is “peace and quiet” then I would have to agree with the definer. Otherwise, gathering from my 2 recent “vacations” (one to Disneyland, one [working] vacation to Las Vegas [...]
    By: Our Fourpence Worth
     
    Costa Rica Vacation Guide
    2008-05-30 07:14:00
    If you are embarking on a Central or South American journey and Costa Rica is one of your stopovers, then you certainly need to find a reliable Costa Rica vacation guide to make the most out of your stay. To get a brief overview of what you should learn from a good vacation guide, read on and be armed with the basics.Costa Rica is part of Central America and its neighboring countries are Nicaragua on the north and Panama on the south. On its western side, there is the Pacific Ocean and on its eastern side, there is the Caribbean Sea.You may be surprised to know that the best time to visit Costa Rica is during the early parts of the rainy season of May to July. Some towns in the country even experience an elevation in terms of visitors, making the tourist officials regard it as a 'mini-high season'. During this period, traveling might a bit more challenging due to the slight downpours and rain showers. Pack your raingear and bit more patience for the ultimate Costa Rican wild adventure.
    By: Best Countries
     
    Our Vacation Trip To Brazil
    2008-05-30 06:46:00
    By: Aoureliou TelevkoTo be honest with you, before going to Ceara, Brazil, my husband and I did not know what to expect there. We were conscious that it could be both, unbelievably good or bad. To our surprise, what we discovered for ourselves was a very pleasant weather, lots of sun, and superb beaches. All of the above make Ceara one of the main tourist destinations of Northeast in Brazil. It is located right below the line of the Equator, and has 573 km of coast along the Atlantic Ocean. The sea breeze softens the temperature, making the air to be about between 23C at night and 30C during the day all year around, and has a typical tropical climate.Based on some dates and historians, Spanish expeditions arrived in Ceara in 1500, at Ponta Grossa Cape, but for some reasons the discovery was never officially recorded. Ceara's occupation began in 1603 with Pero Coelho de Sousa's expedition. In 1649, the Dutchman Matthias Beck built fort Schoonenborch, that some years later would be calle
    By: Best Countries
     
    A Bahamas Vacation Travel Guide
    2008-05-30 06:31:00
    A Bahamas Vacation has always sounded like paradise on earth, but did you know that when you travel to the Bahamas you aren't just going to one island, but many.Travelling from one end of the Bahamas to the other, not only are there the well known islands like Grand Bahama, The Abacos, Eleuthera, and Exuma, but the Bahamas is in fact a country of 700 islands, of which 23 are inhabited but there are many many unpopulated islets and cays.The differences to be found between different islands is also extreme, when you take cosmopolitan Nassau and compare it to the desert like Inagua. As you can imagine being only fifty miles off the Florida Coast, the Bahamas are very much an American playground, indeed on a lot of the islands the tiny villages could almost be the same as ones found on the coast of Massachusetts, only the palms, and sands are different.A Bahamas Vacation has long been popular with sailors because the sea is calm, there are cooling tradewinds and this is the home of the Gul
    By: Best Countries
     
    An Unspoiled Vacation When Travel to Vietnam
    2008-05-30 02:44:00
    By: Henry DirectoryThe boys buzzed around on their motorcycles on this warm, drizzly Saturday night hoping to run out of gas. Or so the tour guide said. If the floods of motorcycles were all cars the streets would be jammed. The traffic lights and lines on the road are merely there for decorations. No one abides by them. I found myself in the middle of the road and all of a sudden loads of traffic came my way. I just stood there and let the traffic go around me.I'm fortunate to have experienced Nha Trang Vietnam before tourism spoils this popular seaside resort, forecasted to be another Cancun. We had the boat to ourselves on the day cruise. Shaped like a silkworm, Tam Island is a quiet, picture perfect get-away-from-it-all. But who knows how it'll be five years from now.Cruising closer to Temple Island the clutter of colourful fishing boats came to view. I couldn't believe my ears when told the 1.5 sq. km. island could be destroyed in 10 years to make way for condos.Progress has not m
    By: Best Countries
     
    Bed taxes not yet charged on vacation rentals - Ventura County Star
    2008-05-29 22:35:47
    Bed taxes not yet charged on vacation rentalsVentura County Star, CA - 10 minutes agoTwo years since city leaders first endorsed the idea of forcing property owners to register their vacation rentals — and six weeks since the City Council … Original post by nathaniel
    By: UniQuest
     
    Vacation rentals could be a deal - Myrtle Beach Sun News
    2008-05-29 19:48:32
    Vacation rentals could be a dealMyrtle Beach Sun News, SC - 20 minutes agoBy Marshall Loeb - MarketWatch ONLINE Find more tips to stretch your dollar in the "Your Money" section at MyrtleBeachOnline.com/money. … Original post by nathaniel
    By: UniQuest
     
    Rickey's Vacation Retrospective, Part I
    2008-05-28 06:56:00
    Please accept Rickey's profound apologies for his long leave of absence--we promise that we will never abandon you again. And now that Rickey's has returned from vacation and is back, (back!), back in the New York groove, we figured we'd spend some time discussing a person whom Rickey and Ms. Henderson had the distinct pleasure of visiting during their stay in sunny Florida.We'll preface this by saying that when you’re a member of that magnanimous group of people whom Tom Brokaw referred to as The Greatest Generation, you feel a certain sense of entitlement. A certain confidence in your tone of voice when you recount war stories of storming Normandy and leading a daring five man incursion to steal Hitler’s shoehorn. A certain braggadocio whilst you blast your big band music, break wind uncontrollably at a Denny’s, or fall asleep in the library. And quite frankly, we as a society don’t posses the balls to call you on any of it, because you belong to that Greatest Generation whic
    By: Riding With Rickey
     
    5 Great Summer Vacation Tips
    2008-05-26 05:47:27
    Expedia India brings for you 5 simple great summer vacation savings tips for the Indian travelers thinking to travel abroad to beat Indian summer this year. 1. Not you but the deal should decide your destination: When you decide for a summer vacation, the first thing you should do is mark the date and wait for some [...]
    By: India Travel Blog
     
    Costume for vacation
    2008-05-25 05:45:00
    When you need a costume for vacation, I suggest you to wear mini dress and shorts. Don't forget to wear sunglasses and sun heat if you do outdoor activity. Choose the fir bag and sandals to complete the look! Here are the example:1. Lurex stripe mini dress by Shay ToddCover up in style with this vibrant piece by Shay Todd. Use your accessories to create gold accents for a radiant vacation look.2. Cotton twill shorts by VinceWear these Vince khaki shorts as you would you
    By: Women's Interest
     
    Funny adult jokes-Taking Marie for vacation
    2008-05-22 02:05:01
    Billy Bob and Lester are talking one afternoon when Billy Bob tells Lester, "Ya know, I reckon I'm about ready for a vacation. Only this year I'm gonna do it a little different. The last few years, I took your suggestions on where to go. Three years ago you said to go to Hawaii. I went to Hawaii and Marie got pregnant. Then two years ago, you told me to go to the Bahamas, and Marie got pregnant again. Last year you suggested Tahiti and darned if Marie didn't get pregnant again!"Lester asks Billy Bob, "So, what you gonna do this year that's different?"Billy Bob says, "This year I'm taking Marie with me."
    By: Really funny jokes
     
    Vacation Rental Industry Remains Strong During Slow Economy … - Business Wire (press release)
    2008-05-21 04:02:17
    Vacation Rental Industry Remains Strong During Slow Economy …Business Wire (press release), CA - 14 minutes agoThe Zonder survey results show that the vacation rental industry has not been negatively affected by fluctuations in the economy and that vacation rentals … Original post by nathaniel
    By: UniQuest
     
    Going on vacation
    2008-05-20 07:18:12
    It is summertime, and if I were not doing my hospital training I would have gone for the summertime vacation. Going to a beach would be on top priority, as it has been a year already since my last visit to a beach, and I am dearly missing the sand, the sun, and the splashes. If not to a beach, it would be lovely to be visiting many provinces too, especially to our relatives’ area, to experience [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
    By: My Consoling Asylum
     
    My Wildest Vacation in New York
    2008-05-20 05:36:00
    While browsing the Internet I recently remembered one really great vacation I had in New York. I went there in order to visit a bodybuilding contest some years back and had a really great time. It was really special because that was also my first trip to the big Apple and I never expected it to be so entertaining. Besides the tremendous atmosphere in the clubs at night and the many places that one can visit, the greatest part of it all was that nobody really cared about what me and my friends did, nobody bothered us and we were able to run the clubs at night and a whole lot more. We did a lot of things in just one weekend then and I did want to stay more, too bad I had a meeting on Tuesday so I had to go. The clubs are great and the sightseeing opportunities are really worth taking into account. It is true that I spent most of the time in Manhattan, but that did not really stop anyone. So many languages around us and so many things we could have done. Hey, we even went to a GYM there a
    By: Great Bodies
     
    Looking for a great vacation spot
    2008-05-18 23:35:00
    What a great way to find a vacation spot. What I mean is, finding a place to stay is not so complicated and expensive because I discovered a way to save. Imagine people can actually book direct, which means booking it through the property owners. It saves a lot of money because it cuts off the cost that the agent usually gets when they are in the middle. So for those who of you out there
    By: Simply Me
     
    Planning the Ultimate Vacation
    2008-05-17 20:13:06
    I just arrived home today after traveling from Manila (and the surrounding provinces) and Cebu in the Philippines and yet my mom and I are already planning and thinking about our next big trip in the future. Our destination? No other than the United States of America. Sure it's just at the bottom from us (Canada) but it has always been a Filipino's dream to set foot in USA. And the city that we're going to visit? No other than the home of the Hollywood Stars, Los Angeles! The City of Angels is s
    By: Grim Angel
     
    Win yourself a free vacation
    2008-05-17 19:58:05
    Fancy winning yourself a trip to Branson, Missouri? Now’s your chance. All you need to do is point your browser to BransonGetaways.com, click on ‘Win a Free Vacation’ and simply fill in some information. Your name is then entered into a lucky draw that could win you a 3Days/2Nights Deluxe Lodging that comes with complimentary [...]
    By: Momma's Diary
     
     
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