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As gas prices climb and the economy remains bleak, people are not likely to take vacations to exotic places or even nearby states.

A great idea for summer fun is a staycation, a vacation in your own hometown.

"Staycationing" increases in popularity during times of recession. Whether you are taking time from work or are actively looking, here are a few staycation pointers.

It's that time of year again, when kids are out of school and summer vacation time is drawing closer.

With the cost of living on the rise, the family vacation is getting a face lift. Families are opting for fun, budget-friendly activities that are close to home.

Shoreline Park in Mountain View, CA, is a local family-friendly park complete with nature trails and boating activities of kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and wind surfing.

With a struggling economy plaguing much of the world, splurging on a vacation to someplace new is out of the question for many people.

Americans appear to be getting healthier during the recession. Physical activity and a positive change in attitude add up to new methods of survival for self and family.

Considering a kitchen or bath remodel? Building a backyard deck or porch? How about new siding or energy-efficient windows? Some remodeling projects provide better ROI.

Facing a slowdown in bookings hotels are targeting vacationers with spa deals, complimentary tickets to shows and city tours.

Las Vegas offers a steady stream of spectacular shows to surprise and sizzle the senses. Adults and children will be mesmerized by the multiple entertainment choices.

As if the Quarter-Life Crisis wasn't bad enough, in the new economic climate, millions of quarter-lifers are out of work and lost, but still have some great opportunities

With summer day camps costing from $175 to $300 per week per child, what's a parent to do? Start your own summer camp!

For those who never seem to have the time or money to take that dream vacation, the good news is almost any trip can turn into a long awaited and very refreshing break.