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Traveling With Kids, Family on Vacation in the back of Their Car

Traveling With KidsThis is a page about traveling with kids. Bringing the kids on your trip is sometimes a lot of work. However, having the family with you to share those special memories is priceless.

 

Zombie Child (Zombie Fest, Coos Bay, OR)

Zombie Child (Zombie Fest, Coos Bay, OR)My little county of Coos here on the Oregon Coast held a Zombie Fest a while back. A large part of the community, people of all ages and walks of life, came as zombies, heros, and there was even a doctor, offering a cure for any who wished to not become a zombie themselves!

 

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Ideas for 3 Day Cancun Vacation?I am going to Cancun, Mexico for a 3 day vacation. Any suggestions on sight seeing?

 

Applying for a Passport, US Passport on White Background

Applying for a Passport?This is a page about applying for a passport. If you want to travel internationally, it is best to carry a passport with you at all times. Applying for a passport can be quite a process, use these helpful tips to make it easier.

 

Planning for International Travel, Coliseum at Night

Planning for International TravelThis is a page about planning for international travel. There is a lot of planning and extra consideration you need to take when traveling abroad, especially if your family is on vacation. Planning ahead will help you get the most out of you international vacation.

 

Saving Money a Ski Vacation, Sisters on Ski Vacation

Saving Money a Ski Vacation This is a page about saving money on a ski vacation. Ski vacations are a great way to bring the family together and have a wonderful time doing it. Skiing isn't cheap though and finding ways to save money on your ski vacation will give you more time to enjoy the slopes.

 

Loading the car for a family vacation.

Planning a Family VacationThis is a page about planning a family vacation. Vacations with the family are always a lot of fun. Get the most out of your time together on vacation with proper planning.

 

Saving Money on Winter Vacations, Snowman and Snowwoman Enjoying the Pool and Warm Sun Together

Saving Money on Winter VacationsThis is a page about saving money on winter vacations. Winter is a great time to get away to someplace sunny and enjoy some vacation time. however, it can be an expensive time to vacation as many other people are trying to do the same thing.

 

Packing a Suitcase, Suitcase Ready for Travel

Packing a SuitcaseThis is a page about packing a suitcase. When you are packing for a trip it's important to make the best use of your luggage space. Pack your suitcase right and you will have everything you need, with room to spare for gifts when you return.

 

Business Travel Tips, Business Woman on Laptop in Airport

Business Travel TipsThis is a page about business travel tips. Business travel can be tough; long hours, hotel rooms and being away from your family is stressful. Get the most out of your business trip with these helpful hints.

 

Hotel in Bali

Travel: Balita Hotel (Bali, Indonesia)This is a lovely 15 room hotel I stayed at when on Holiday. Balita is a wonderful place to stay and we will be returning again next year.

 

US puzzle used as a map.

US Map Puzzle to Mark Your TravelsI recently made a trek from Oregon to Illinois, then drove from there to Virginia and back to Oregon. When I got back, I got to thinking of where I have lived and traveled, and it turns out to be over half the United States!

 

Eating Healthy While You Travel, A tray of prepackaged airline food.

Eating Healthy While You TravelThis is a page about eating healthy while traveling. It can be challenging to make healthy choices when traveling, whether by car, boat, train or plane.

 

Taking a Disney Cruise

Taking a Disney Cruise?This is a page about taking a Disney cruise. A cruise can be very expensive, but there are ways to go on a memorable trip without stretching your vacation budget too far.

 

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Make Iced Tea When TravelingIn the evening, after the day's events are over, I make hot water in the coffee pot, then steep a hotel tea bag in a tall hotel cup, sweetened with hotel sugar or sweetener.

 

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Frozen Drinks for FlyingI flew recently out of the country and had a few bottles of thirst quencher with me. I had decided to freeze two of them, and these were the only ones that made it though the security screening.

 

Sky Blue Retro Travel Trailer 3

Buying a Used Travel TrailerThis is a page about buying a used travel trailer. Travel trailers are a wonderful way to get out and see the world. When shopping for a used travel trailer it is important to know what common things can go wrong with them.

 

Hugging Seals

Travel: "Seal"ed with LoveThese two love birds (I mean seals) captured my heart while visiting one of Florida's theme parks.

 

Keeping Kids Entertained on Road Trips, Photo of a child with earphones on in the back seat of a car.

Keeping Kids Entertained on Road TripsThis is a page about ways to keep kids entertained on road trips. Keeping kids entertained can make a road trip more enjoyable for the whole family.

 

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Fun Vacation Activities in North Dakota?We are considering a vacation in North Dakota and Teddy Roosevelt National Park in late July/early August and would appreciate any ideas on fun activities for a family with a pre-teen boy and a partly-disabled adult included (difficulty walking).

 

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Things to Do With Kids in New Orleans?My husband and I are planning a vacation to New Orleans for a week with our toddler and teen. We've never been there and aren't into latenight partying and drinking. I've heard there's lots of things for a family do, but wondered if I could get any ideas or tips from you guys.

 

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Planning a Trip to Six Flags St. Louis?Next week I am taking my kids (ages 16, 13, and 11) to Six Flags St. Louis. Can anyone share anything they found in Six Flags that was an unexpected treat? What about in the area around Six Flags, like in St. Louis or between there and Springfield or Peoria, IL?

 

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Planning a Trip to Branson Missouri?I will be traveling in the near future to Branson, Missouri and I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions for places to visit in the area. We will be attending maybe one or two shows, however we would like to sight see popular places or eateries along the way.

 

A zebra from Groenkloof Nature Reserve in Pretoria

Wildlife: Zebra (Groenkloof Nature Reserve)We went on a hike at Groenkloof Nature Reserve and were lucky enough to get close to this fellow in his striped PJ's.

 

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Inexpensive Weekend Destinations in Washington State?Does anyone have any suggestions for places to take a cheap weekend vacation in Washington state?

 

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Things to Do in Sarasota?Does anyone know of anything fun to do in Sarasota FL?

 

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Planning a Vacation In London and Ireland?We are planning a trip to London in May. We'll be in London 4-5 nights then on to Ireland. We want to fly into Shannon and see places like castles, pubs, and the rest. We'd like to drive to Limerick. Any suggestions at all will be helpful and greatly appreciated.

 

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Preparing for My First Trip Out of the Country?In April I am taking my first trip out of the country. I have my passport from a couple years ago and verified it was still good for several more. I bought my tickets to and from today. I acquired traveler's insurance. Okay what am I forgetting, over looking, or should consider?

 

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Best Way to Pay for Things Overseas?We are traveling to Greece in April and have been requested to pay a deposit prior to arrival on accommodations in Euros. I am just wondering what is the cheapest and most effective way to do this? We have a Mastercard, but are concerned fees might be charged.

 

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Planning a Train Trip to Canadian Rockies?My husband and I will be celebrating 40 years on Valentine's Day. We would like to take a train trip to the Canadian Rockies sometime during the year, but not in February because of the cold and snow.

 

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Planning a Fall Foliage Trip in the South Central States?I would like to plan a RV trip to Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee for fall foliage. When do leaves begin to change in this area? I want to stay in state parks with easy hiking or riding to see foliage. Any ideas on good parks?

 

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Anniversary Locations in Massachusetts?Can anyone recommend a thrifty place to celebrate an anniversary, preferably with a jacuzzi in the room? We are from Massachusetts and would prefer to stay in the state. Thanks!

 

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Finding a Handicapped Accessible Room Online?I'm trying to find a hotel/motel handicap accessible room in Lancaster, PA for a few days in October. I've never done this online before and it's confusing! Any help, please?

 

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Tips for Traveling to Greece?I would like suggestions for a trip to Greece.

 

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Planning a Trip to Europe?What's better for two weeks in Europe: visit one country or take a tour for 3 or 4 countries? I saw some friends' pictures from Barcelona and Italy here http://www.viaggee.com and I want to visit Paris, too.

 

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Finding European Train Travel Information?Where can I find information on taking a train from Pisa, Italy to Nice, France? I will be going one way, one time. Thank you.

 

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Suggestions for Traveling in Europe?I will be traveling in August to Germany, London, Scotland, Pisa, and Nice. Does anyone have any info about tours or any suggestions? Thanks.

 

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Fedex Your LuggageMost airlines are charging for luggage. I have been shipping my things Fedex that is picked up at my door, and at my destination when I arrive.

 

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Booking Trips With Travelzoo.com?Has anyone ever booked any travels with travelzoo.com? They advertise some really good deals but I have never used them. Wondering if you have had good luck?

 

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Keeping Travel Documentation?How long should one keep travel documentation (itineraries, ticket stubs, boarding passes, etc.)?

 

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Inexpensive Family Vacation Ideas?Where can a family of 4 go for a family trip that is very reasonable? We live in PA.

 

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Travel Tips for Gatlinburg, TN?I need a place in Gatlinburg, TN to rent for July 7-12. Does anyone have a recommendation?

 

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Use Ice Bucket Tray to Take Breakfast to Your RoomWhen staying in a hotel/motel room, use the tray under your ice bucket to go pick up breakfast in the hotel lobby. I like to eat in my room, especially pre-makeup and hair for the morning.

 

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Ideas for Fun Family Road Trips?Looking at all this snow outside has me eager to travel. I am looking for kid-friendly road trips that will appeal to adults, too. I have an 8 year old boy. We parents aren't very athletic.

 

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Store Shears in Cork When Traveling Whenever I travel and need to take shears (nail or other), I push the tip of the shears into a wine cork. It stops the point of the shears going through my makeup bag.

 

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Tips for a Weekend Trip to New York?My stepson is visiting from Melbourne AUS and we would like to take him on a weekend trip to New York. We would like to take the train into the city from a closer state and then see the sites.

 

Visiting the Holy Land?Who would be a good company to travel to the Holy Land with? Maybe a 10-12 day tour. Have anyone been there before? Did you have a great experience? I would like to maybe visit Jordan too. Let me know what you think.

 

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Thinking of Moving to Greeneville Tennessee?My husband and I are tired of Northern Indiana. We are sick of the cold, cold winters and the boring landscape. We want to move to Tennessee. We are looking at a town called Greeneville.

 

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Starting a Camping Group?I love camping, but my husband does not! Is anyone interested in helping me start an East Coast (Md.) Women's Camping Group?

 

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Sightseeing Near Wausau, WI?My husband will be in Wausau, WI the first two weeks of August and I plan to join him for a week. I will have my own rental car and would love tips on the best gardens, dairies, parks, etc. to explore on my own while he is flying.

 

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Driving from Massachusetts to North Carolina?We are moving to North Carolina and will be driving a rental truck and pulling a trailer. We have usually traveled through Maryland and Virginia on US95. Last time we made the trip we had long traffic delays (accidents).

 

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Staying in an Apartment During a Vacation?We are planning to travel to New York and LA from Australia in September. We are a family of 4 adults and 2 children and seeking a apartment for about 7 days. Any ideas? The ones on the internet are very pricey. Any help would be appreciated.

 

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Best International Car Rental Prices?Where can we get the cheapest and best rental on a compact car for 10-15 days of our 30 day stay in Athens, Greece.

 

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Planning a Frugal Trip to Switzerland?My 3 sisters and I would love to send my aging parents to Switzerland. It's been a dream of my mom's for as long as I can remember. We all have limited budgets. Do any of you have any tips for frugal travel to Switzerland?

 

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Free Attractions When Driving from Texas to California?We are about to drive from South Texas to San Diego CA with 3 young girls. We will be on I-10 and on I-25 most of the trip. Are there any free attractions we can stop at to let them move around a little? Are there any nice rest areas on this road?

 

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Places of Interest Near Lake Michigan?My husband and I live in Illinois and we are planning on taking a 4 day trip along Lake Michigan in lower Michigan. Are there any places of interest that we would not want to miss while there? We like antiquing and sightseeing. Thanks for any ideas.

 

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Vacation Ideas in the US for Under $4000 ?My husband and I are going to go on vacation around the end of August or beginning of September for 1 to 2 weeks. I was wondering if anyone had any ideas for a good vacation? We live in the Midwest, but we are willing to travel about anywhere in the US.

 

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Booking an All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacation?I am looking for great travel tips on booking an all inclusive Caribbean vacation. Any ideas on how to make it cheaper?

 

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Adding a Bike Rack to a Pop-up Trailer?How do you make a bicycle rack for a pop-up trailer?

 

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Planning a Driving Trip?Starting at New Orleans, LA, driving to the Grand Canyon, to Vegas, to Los Angeles, and then back to New Orleans. Can this be done, with sightseeing, with a 2 week schedule? I want to see and do everything possible. This is actually my honeymoon! Thanks.

 

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Place Denture Tablet in Plastic Bag For TravelingThis helps when I travel. I have dentures and found a way to not pack my soaking tub. In a sandwich zip style plastic bag, I place one denture tablet and sufficient water to cover dentures for soaking while traveling.

 

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Mini Vacations Near Statesville, NC?My husband and I are trying to pick some things to do around Christmas. We have a lot of extra time in December that we would like to plan some day or even two day trips surrounding around Christmas activities. We are looking for anything to do within 5-6 hours of Statesville, NC. We know about McAdenville, but we are trying to find some other places. Any ideas?

 

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Things To Do Near XL Center (Hartford, CT)?I will be attending a concert at the XL Center in Hartford, CT on Nov. 30th. What is there to do in close proximity to the center before the concert (ie. dining, shopping)?

 

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Food to Bring on an Airplane?What would be good to take on a airplane to eat and will go through airport security?

 

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Recommended Las Vegas Shows?We are going to Las Vegas in late November for the first time and would like to take in some shows. I would like to know if anyone could recommend some shows. Do we have to book them before we go or are there usually tickets available?

 

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Pack Vacation Treasures Among Your ClothingWhen we go vacationing out of state, I like to go treasure hunting while I'm there. The way to transport all my little collectibles; I wrap them in my clothes. I keep them in the plastic bags they give me but I separate them and wrap them in my clothes. The clothing protects my treasures and I don't have to take up more trunk space.

 

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Dealing With New Airline Luggage Restrictions?With the airlines limiting the number of bags allowed for checking and carry-on and limiting the pounds of luggage, I am wondering how others are dealing with this problem? How do you take what you need, but not overdo?

 

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What's Fun To Do at Myrtle Beach?What's fun to do in Myrtle Beach? We plan on being there for 5 nights. We've been there before, but I'm looking for something off the beaten path. Also is there anything in Virginia around I-77, that would be fun to do for a couple hours with the family?

 

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Looking For Second Hand Shops In Lakenheath, England?My daughter will soon be moving to Lakenheath, (near Cambridge) England. We were wondering if thrift shops, second hand stores, used book shops etc. are called any thing different there.

 

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Looking For Information On Oshkosh, Wisconsin?Has anyone lived or been to Oshkosh, Wisconsin? What is the area like? Is it a good place to raise a family? What about surrounding area Omro or Neenah?

 

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Inexpensive Summer Travel Ideas?My husband and I are looking for an inexpensive trip in June or July. In Florida it gets so hot that camping probably isn't such a good idea (we originally were planning on meeting another couple in the mountains of NC, but they've backed out on us already). Do you have any suggestions of places to go that aren't super expensive but have fun things to do/see?

 

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Inexpensive, Pet Friendly Weekend Getaway in NJ?I would like to go on a family vacation. Because my dog is a Pug, we really can't fly, or drive for long periods of time. I live in Central NJ and if anyone can give me advice on a weekend getaway (2 to 3 days), that is not too expensive please let me know. It is hard to find pet friendly places that don't cost a arm and a leg!

 

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AirfareWatchdog.com This is a site where you can register and get e-notices when they have a good airfare rates.

 

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All Inclusive Hotel in Cancun, Mexico?What is a good all inclusive hotel in Cancun, Mexico?

 

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Free Accommodations Through CouchsurfingOk, so you are travelling this year, your budget is extremely low! Try www.couchsurfing.com. I host a lot of people with this website and will end up using it myself next time I travel.

 

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Travel Packages from Sydney?Any ideas for cheap luxury packages from Sydney to a really nice beach area for 2 weeks holiday?

 

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Travel Information and Ideas for Angola, IN?We are going for 3 nights to the Pokagon State Park in Angola, IN.

 

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Emergency No Slip Mat for the BathtubJust a very simple suggestion - we stayed at a Hampton Hotel with no anti-skid treads in the tub. Yep, it was slippery.

 

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East Coast Vs West Coast Behavior Differences?What is the difference between people from the East coast and people from the West coast?

 

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Use Sample Sizes For TravelingNow that summer vacation is here, it's a good time to break out your collection of shampoo/lotion and other personal care samples to take with you on your trips. So much easier to pack!

 

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Information about Havre de Grace, MD?We are interested in the Havre de Grace, MD area and would like to hear from people who live there or in the area.

 

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Passports Required For Air Travel To Canada and MexicoI just read an article in the L.A. Times reminding me that if you are going to Canada or Mexico by air, you need a passport now. And what's more - new passports, even renewals are now taking 4 months plus to go through!

 

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Making an Airline Reservation?I have never made an airline reservation before. I need to get a round trip ticket to New York for my 17 year old daughter to attend a ten day seminar at Columbia University. How do I go about this? Since I am inexperienced, I am concerned that I will waste a lot of money. Also, she does not go until June 18th, and I'm wondering when I should make the reservation.

 

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Selling a Vacation Package?What would be the fastest way to try to sell a package that I won from the california lottery american idol 2nd chance drawing? This package includes 2 nights hotel party before the final show on may 23 plus viewing from the kodak theatre.

 

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Great Places to Rent a Cabin?My husband and I have our 20th wedding anniversary coming up. We would like to get away for 4-5 days somewhere here in the United States. We were thinking maybe a cabin or somewhere all inclusive.

 

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Use Free Luggage Tags For MarkingI always take a fistful of the free luggage tags the airlines provide (Ditto the stickers). They are wonderful for identifying all sorts of equipment; musical instrument cases, bags, and the like.

 

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When is it cheapest to book a cruise?What I want to know is how do you know when its the end of the season? My husband and I are planning a cruise the end of this month.

 

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Visit Civil Rights Museum Free In MemphisThe National Civil Rights Museum in downtown Memphis (the historic south main arts district) is free after 3pm on Mondays.

 

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Planning a Trip?Planning a Trip. In July my family is planning to take a trip to Maryland and then to Cooperstown, NY. We are very excited but need some help making this trip as inexpensive as possible.

 

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Assistance For The Elderly on Exotic Trips?How does one get assistance on exotic trips for elderly on walker, i.e. african safari, machu picchu?

 

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