A new study just out last week shows that recreational vehicle vacations cost less than other forms of vacation travel, even when factoring in fuel prices and the cost of RV ownership.
The study found savings of 27 percent to 62 percent for a four-person group and 15 percent to 48 percent for two-person group, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association.
Narrow down the RV -- or RVs
It can be difficult to decide what to do with your pets when you go on vacation. Here are some suggestions for how to take care of your beloved animal friends when you head off for a summer getaway:
Just when you thought "Community" ensured Chevy Chase would be out of our hair for a while and the Ed Helms continuation of National Lampoon's 'Vacation' franchise had collapsed, in comes ABC with a TV reunion of the famous road trip family's parents, Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo!
Summer is vacation time, we are blessed in Michigan to have dozens of amazing vacation locations in our state. Whether you are visiting Lake Michigan nearby or taking the long drive to the Upper Peninsula, you're sure to find something for everyone.
What is your favorite vacation spot in Michigan?
Will Smith did a song called Summertime, it was that song from the 90's that celebrated being out of school for the summer. Then there was that old song Alice Cooper sang called, School's Out. And all of the nonsensical songs that kids just make up the words to that celebrate the end of another school year. I remember those days. I would mark them off on my calendar until vacation was here!
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Some new airline rules went into effect this week. Pretty sure you'll be happy with these , especially if you've flown recently and had some bad experiences.
Here are the changes that took effect on January 24th.
1. All airlines must disclose all taxes and fees in their advertised prices...
One of the long running gags around here is needing a vacation from our vacation. Playing too hard, etc. Does anyone really feel better after vacation.
Vacations really only seem to provide temporary relief from the grind of everyday life...
Happy Friday. Great day for all of us. Eve of the weekend, etc. Payday for some. Time for a couple days off to enjoy a summer weekend. Do you need a break? Looks like a lot of do.
Many bosses believe their employees are growing tired of the grind...
Off for a week's vacation.... fun as it is, I get all out of routine. Meals, medication, etc....everything gets out of whack. Staying with my workout routine is difficult too.
Just over half of the respondents in a new TripAdvisor poll say they still work out when they're away from home on a leisure trip. In addition, 65-percent try to maintain healthy eating habits while on the road. However,
Thanks to the Pure Michigan advertising campaign, tourists from around the country are discovering the cool places Michigan has to offer. I was surprised to see so many out of state license plates on the cars parked at Mission Point Park last weekend...
Our first long weekend of summer begins tomorrow. I know Triple A says travel numbers should be up this year compared to last -- gas price not withstanding. For the first year in the last ten, my family will be staying home. No one likes travel more than I do, but I have plenty of work around the house to keep me busy...