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Ed Helms Won't Be Taking That 'Vacation' Anytime Soon

Britt Hayes — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:00:17 +0000

It looks like Ed Helms and Christina Applegate won’t be taking that ‘Vacation‘ they’ve been planning anytime soon. New Line has delayed the reboot, citing “creative differences.” According to THR, New Line has delayed the planned ‘Vacation’ reboot starring Ed Helms and Christina Applegate due to “creative differences.” The film was set to be directed [...]

'Vacation' Bringing Back Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo

Britt Hayes — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 21:29:07 +0000

A new 'Vacation' film has been in the works, with Ed Helms taking the lead as Rusty Griswold, but he won't be going it alone: veteran stars Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo are in talks to reprise their roles in the latest installment of the series.

Noontime Hit is Going on Vacation!

Jami Bond — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:30:08 +0000

I’m taking a couple of days off and so is the Noontime Hit! As some of you know, today is my birthday (29 for 13th time…you do the math) and over the years I have learned that you don’t take the day OF your birthday off, you take the day AFTER off and at my [...]

New Survey Reveals Employees Can't Help But Check In with Work While on Vacation

Mike Adams — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:30:53 +0000

While a break away from the daily grind should be all about kicking back and relaxing, a new survey suggests that most hardworking Americans do not seem to understand the concept of a vacation. In fact, nearly 60 percent of working class citizens reported that they are not relieved from work stress while they are [...]

Do You Need a Vacation After Taking a Family Trip? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:03:00 +0000

Vacations are supposed to be relaxing, but anybody who’s gone on a family trip knows that all of the moving parts associated with the journey can be quite stressful. In fact, a Cambria Suites survey of 1,050 adults has found that 24 percent of respondents who have ever taken a family trip report they feel like [...]

10 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Order to Have the Best Summer Vacation Ever

Kathy Landin — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:41:30 +0000

At last, summer vacation time is here. If you haven’t started planning, it’s not too late. There’s a lot of summer ahead of us, and you can still find time to get out of town with your family before school starts back up again. Just make sure you you don’t fall into a few common traps and you’ll have the best vacation ever.

What Are the Best US Beaches for Families?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:19:16 +0000

Beach vacations often seem to be aimed at singles or couples — but if you have kids and still want a sandy summer trek, you might find a new list of the best US beaches for families pretty helpful. Lissa Poirot, editor for the family travel review site Family Vacation Critic, said, “As parents we [...]

Cruise Lines Cut Prices to Attract Skittish Vacationers — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:00:43 +0000

Ever wanted to take a cruise? Bargain shoppers might find this to be the perfect time to book a seafaring voyage. In the wake of the Costa Concordia tragedy, travelers have been largely shying away from cruise travel. By some estimates, bookings with some US companies have dropped as much as 20 percent, while European [...]

Italy Tops the List of Most Popular Vacation Destinations in 2012 — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:00:42 +0000

Are you planning on using your passport in 2012? According to a Travel-Ticker survey of 2,301 people, Italy is the most popular overseas travel spot for the coming year, with 43 percent citing it as one of their “dream destinations.”

Have a Griswold-Style Holiday With 'Christmas Vacation' Moose Mugs [IMAGE]

Don Deane — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:00:11 +0000

If you’re anything like us, the classic comedy ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ is required viewing during the holiday season. So, imagine how thrilled we were to discover these awesome moose mugs, just like the ones that Clark Griswold and Cousin Eddie drank egg nog from in the movie. Check out the mug, which you can [...]

What I Did On My Vacation

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:52:29 +0000

I took five days off last week. First of all, we did not go anywhere exotic. Actually, Keri had to work all except one day and Bobby and Devin were in school. So it was all about me! On Keri’s one day off, we hit Pryor Creek Golf Course for a round of 18 holes. [...]