Budget Travel
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Favorite Vacation Ever!
Asked by D.E. from Portland
on November 11, 2008
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My husband and I are planning our first BIG vacation (just the two of us) since having children. We want to go somewhere that will allow both relaxing and activity. ...
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- Hi D.! My husband and I went to Puerto Vallarta , Mexico for our 10 yr. anniversary about a year and a half ago. It was also our first vacation together since we had...
- How about some skiing? Tropical is nice but it just makes you too relaxed... Skiing is a very active vacation plus you can enjoy everything else that a tropical one ca...
- We have traveled all over and still by far the most romantic is Kauai but we just got back a week ago from The Riveria Maya, South of Cancun.. stayed at the El Cid in ...
Where Do You Vacation with Little People?
Asked by M.A. from Columbus
on June 25, 2009
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Ok, so my question is that my husband and I love to vacation but we have a 14 yr old, a 2 yr old, and a 11 mo old. The teenager loves to come with us and has been to m...
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- I am a big fan of cruises. They have child care, you need to do very little once you get on the boat, activities to pick everyday, spa, pools, food, etc. If you pick...
- I guess the 11 month old might be to young for Disney, but they do have a section for little ones there. Holiday World is designed for little ones in an entire area a...
- I always took my kids to the Myrtle Beach area. Some of beaches are more family oriented than others. I would definitely suggest that the 14 year old take a friend. ...
JFF: Would You Rather Vacation Somewhere New or Familiar?
Asked by J.F. from Atlanta
on October 13, 2012
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Throwing this out here for fun: I love to travel and to see new places, but I also love returning to places I have enjoyed in the past. It is always a dilemma for my h...
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- You sound like me. Every year we go to Cape Cod. We love it. It's a relaxing vacation because we don't have to spend a lot of time planning and searching brochures ...
- What a great question! We do both. @ QueenoftheCastle, my husband and I just celebrated our anniversary in Northern Minn. It was so relaxing!
- Our vacations are always: - To the beach (the cold beaches of the North West, that is!) - To family I would travel the world with my children. I wouldn't go on a...
Ideas for St. Louis Vacation
Asked by M.G. from Kansas City
on June 10, 2009
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Hello, My husband and I are thinking of taking our boys (10 and 7) to St. Louis for a short vacation in July. Does anyone out there have suggestions of places we abso...
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- The City Museum is the best place to visit for this age group. It has awesome indoor and outdoor activities. Website: http://www.citymuseum.org/home.asp My kids ...
- St Louis is a great city! Don't miss the City Museum (kids really love it! and could spend the whole day there), Six flags, and the Magic House. At Forest park you ...
- I personally like staying right outside St. Louis, we normally drive over to Illinois and stay over there. The prices are cheaper. We stay at the Fairfield Inn in Coll...
Wow! Just Did the Budget...
Asked by L.D. from Albuquerque
on December 19, 2011
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I knew we were in deep, but when I actually sat down to do that math reality hit!. I have thought of cutting the internet, home phone, cable and cell phone just to cat...
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- getting a job doesn't gaurantee you will have more money, it's more money, more tax, more expenses. Eating out more, driving more, stressed more so shop more. That typ...
- We kept internet only (of what you listed), and watch tv on Hulu.com. Also, you can get your phone service through the internet using Magic Jack, and really save $. ...
- Retail and restaurant jobs generally need people on the weekends. Start with stores you like or shop at frequently so you can take advantage of the discount there. Ta...
When Dad Doesn't Go on the Family Vacation
Asked by C.B. from Kansas City
on June 9, 2011
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hi moms, i don't know if anyone can help with this, but any advice would be so helpful. my husband has discovered dave ramsey, and somewhere in there, a work ethic i n...
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- Can you afford tickets for him to fly over for a couple days over the weekend and then fly home so he doesnt miss much work? Maybe he would do that and not feel so bad.
- It sounds like a version of "buyer's remorse". What looked good at the time, now doesn't look so good now. He is probably feeling a little left out and regretting his ...
- Well, I understand and respect the decision he made BUT he's just going to have to trust you & mom to make the trip. Just be sure to pay ca$h for all of the gifts a...
A New Vacation Destination
Asked by E.K. from Los Angeles
on May 2, 2008
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Hi,
My family and I travel annually to New York every year. My husband was born and raised in Manhattan so we go to NY to visit the city and family. Well, this year...
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- We do trips to San Diego sometimes for vacation...there's so much to do and you don't have to worry about plane fare. Just the museums down at Balboa Park alone are f...
- I am so sorry for your losses. Your family does need some time to grieve. Look into renting a house or condo or cabin in the mountains or at the beach or in another ...
- I understand not wanting to go back to New York right now. I am sorry for your loss. I recently went to Washington on vacation without my son. Once there I realized h...
Family Vacation Disappointment
Asked by J.H. from Denver
on July 31, 2008
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My husband and I bailed on our family vacation this week. We wanted to spend the week at a cabin in the mountains. This is something we used to do every summer before ...
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- Children are very happy with routine and habits. Most of them love their own beds and don't sleep well (if at all) in a bed they aren't familiar with. Add to that a ...
- The unfamiliar surroundings might have made your son need more attention from you, because he felt a little uncertain about this new place. But hey, if that's the case...
- Hi JLH, Hang in there - it is only going to get better with time.I agree with the rest of the posters - it's understandable that you are disappointed, especially af...
Seeking Good, Affordable Vacation Destinations
Asked by S.B. from Chicago
on May 27, 2008
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My husband and I are looking to take mini vacation this summer. We will be leaving our kids at home. Does anyone have suggestions for fun, affordable vacation spots?
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- My husband and I were able to travel to Negril Jamaica and stay at the Riu Tropical Bay which is an all inclusive resort- right on the crystal clear beach- the water i...
- I just love South Haven. The beach is beautiful and free, the town is quaint. There are B&B's, a very nice motel on the river in the town, great places to eat, The Blu...
- My husband and I have taken a few mini vacations. We have gone to a Spa (adults only) in Wisconsin Dells. It is wonderful. The rooms are just beautuful and the serv...
Do You Buy New Clothes for Vacation?
Asked by F.H. from Phoenix
on November 9, 2011
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Am I the only one that does this? Every time we have a vacation (just me and hubby), I buy both of us new clothes to wear. Now, I'm a super sale shopper so I pay ver...
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- Yes! Of course I only go on vacation about twice a decade so to me it's a super-big deal. Right now I'm planning for a mini-cruise with my mom, sister, & aunt in J...
- Generally, I buy new clothes when I need them. Or if I see a GREAT sale on something I need or want....so, no...I guess I don't do that. :)
- Not every trip, but some. Makes it more exciting, yes? :)
