Vacation News Archive

'Tips to keep your money safe on vacation (AP via Yahoo! News)
Nothing can spoil a Vacation quicker than losing your money or credit cards ? or falling victim to a thief. A few simple steps before you head out the door can help protect your cash, cards and personal information while you're traveling.

'Lay's vacation ranch has Pabst Brewing ties (The Business Journal of Milwaukee)
The Colorado Vacation ranch where former Enron Corp. chief Kenneth Lay suffered a fatal heart attack is owned by the great-granddaughter of Pabst Brewing Co.'s founder, according to Thursday's New York Times.

'Five things support pros should take care of before leaving on vacation (Tech Republic)
You juggle scores of responsibilities and commitments in your role as support tech. So when vacation time rolls around, it may be almost impossible to walk away from the shop without being followed by nagging concerns about requests left hanging or work orders not fully completed. IT pro Becky Roberts found a way to achieve a little peace of mind by creating a short checklist of critical items to

'Yakima Officer Humbled By 'Vacation' (CBS News)
A hard-working member of the Yakima, Wash., Police Department got a big surprise when The Early Show's Dave Price handcuffed himself to the officer and told him he's going on vacation.

'Vacation a great time for shopping adventures (The Arizona Republic)
The fun doesn't stop when the Garage Sale Gal goes on vacation. She still hits the sales.

'Sunterra's Forced Vacation (The Motley Fool via Yahoo! News)
Considering the fragile state of affairs that timeshare operator Sunterra (Nasdaq: SNRR - News) is facing these days, its executives may end up having to stay at one of their competitors' resorts instead of their own when they go on vacation. Teetering on the edge of a Nasdaq delisting amid an accounting probe of its European division, Sunterra is facing a very cloudy future, one that could

'How to Plan a Last-Minute Summer Vacation (KPLC)
Summer's here! If you haven't started planning your summer trip yet, never fear. Here's a tip sheet on plotting a last minute vacation. Looking to get out of the cold? Hit the beach! Check out this year's beach ratings from "Dr. Beach," a.k.a. Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman.

'Sunterra's Forced Vacation (The Motley Fool)
Considering the fragile state of affairs that timeshare operator Sunterra (Nasdaq: SNRR) is facing these days, its executives may end up having to stay at one of their competitors' resorts instead of their own when they go on vacation.

'Vacation fatal for youth (The Jersey Journal)
A Kearny family's vacation to the Bahamas last week turned into a tragedy for the parents of a 14-year-old killed in a Jet Ski accident that has sparked a national debate on the island over age minimums for high-speed water recreation.

'The "I Don't Have Time for a Vacation" Vacation (KPLC)
Too busy to plan a "real" Vacation? Here are some ideas for a getaway to help you relax... while you still keep in touch! What does Dad want for Father's Day this year? It's all about the technology!

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