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How To Plan a Maui Vacation

erik — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:57:29 -0500

In Maui, they say, "Maui no ka oi," which means "Maui is the best!" Now, of course, in Kauai, they say, "Kauai no ka oi" and in Oahu, they say, "Oahu no ka oi," but in Maui, it's really true. Maui has a little bit of everything for everyone, from beautiful beaches to remote, unspoiled territory to bustling shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Here are some steps to help you plan your Maui vacation:

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How To Find Discount Theme Park Tickets

Amber212 — Wed, 17 May 2006 20:09:00 -0500

Last year some of my friends decided to take their family to a popular theme park. They hadn't been to the park since they were children, and though they expected higher prices now, they were shocked when they checked out the website.

How To Find Adult Only Resorts

Kara470 — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 14:25:00 -0600

There are times when you, frankly, don't want to vacation with or around children. Your honeymoon might be one of them. After all, what could kill a romantic moment more than a baby crying in the corner of a candlelit dining room. Or toddlers bouncing on the beds in the hotel room next door-at 2 a.m.

Or perhaps you and your partner are due for a kid-free vacation-that is, a vacation free not only from strangers' children, but your own. I know when I'm traveling with my husband on an intended romantic getaway, nothing can deflate my happy bubble more than seeing parents and children enjoying time together. I start to wonder if we should have taken our kids along...

That's why I'm a fan of adult-only resorts. What a nice way to relax and meet other like-minded folks. Here are some tips for finding a resort that's just right for you:

How To Pack for a Family Beach Vacation

Victoria116 — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:03:00 -0500

Packing for a family vacation at the beach can be an overwhelming task, but if you're organized you can get the job done in no time at all. Here are some tips on how to pack for a family beach vacation:

How To Get Special Flight Rates for Special Situations

jastearns — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 20:10:28 -0500

One of the realities of getting older is that more situations come up where you have to travel on short notice. This could be traveling for a relative's funeral or a relative's hospitalization. Most people are not aware that there are discounts for these types of flights. There are many types of people and situations for which airlines offer airline tickets at major discounted rates.

Because of these emergency situations, some last-minute flights can be gotten at a discount based on the reason for the flight. All airlines offer bereavement fares -- discounted airline ticket prices for family members to travel to a dying relative or for a funeral. The discounts can average around fifty percent, and frequent flyer discounts can often be applied to the discounted ticket. However, there is some information you will need to be prepared to give the airline to take advantage of these discounted flight rates.

How To Plan a St. Louis Vacation

Tonya249 — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 19:16:00 -0500

If you are trying to plan a family vacation that offers something for everyone, St. Louis, Missouri might not be the first place that comes to mind. However, you may be surprised to learn that St. Louis has a plethora of activities and attractions, and best of all, many are free! It also has the advantage of being located right in the middle of the United States, which makes St. Louis a convenient vacation destination from both coasts.

How To Pack as Little as Possible

ronkhare — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:48:24 -0500

Tried of lugging hundreds of pounds of luggage? Too much stuff can ruin a trip, from holding up buses or airport security, even requiring hotel staff, friendly passers-by or anyone around to help lug your stuff from here to there.

Rid yourself of excessive stuff, and revel in the freedom and ease of traveling unburdened!

Pack normally. Go ahead, just cram in everything you think you might want to take with you.
Unpack and spread everything out. Now that you can see everything you wanted to bring, we can begin to prune.
What are you actually going to wear? Honestly, pick out the few, best clothes and items, the ones you know for certain you enjoy wearing, and will often. Set them aside for the moment.

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How To Plan a Dollywood Theme Park Vacation

Amber212 — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 05:42:00 -0500

While most people first think of Six Flags, Disneyland and other theme parks, country music lovers and Smoky Mountain vacationers are drawn to Dollywood. Dolly Parton's theme park is in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, and it has something for everyone. There are fun rides, shows and special events for the whole family every week. If you're planning on visiting Dollywood, here are a few tips to make your planning a little easier and less expensive.

The best part about Dollywood is that it is truly kid-friendly. There are baby areas throughout the park, and any restaurant in the park will warm a bottle for you. The park even requests that visitors dress appropriately and avoid clothing with offensive images so that the park remains hospitable to families.