Vacation News Archive

'How I shot my summer vacation (The Charlotte Observer)
We hope you'll be back from your summer Vacation before Sept. 4. That's the day we need a photo from your trip. Serious or silly, give us your best shot for our annual "How I Shot My Summer Vacation" contest. On Sept. 16, we'll publish some of the best images: Best All-Around Photo, Best People Picture and Best Scenic Shot. Winners will receive a duffel bag full of goodies. Rules

'No more teachers, no more books; Schools wind down for summer vacation (Eagle-Tribune Online)
SALEM - Today marks the beginning of trips to amusement parks and beaches, and preparations for summer camp. For students, the flurry of activity that comes with summer Vacation will overshadow the exhaustive cleanup and dreaded report cards that accompany the last day of school.

'Elite retreats: Vacation spots of the Forbes Celebrity 100 (USA Today)
Celebrities on vacation typically seek relaxationand super deluxe accomodations. Some hotels feature special luxury suites and services for their A-list guests. The Setai in Miami even employs a dedicated "entertainment sales manager" whose sole responsibility is look after celebrities. Other stars opt to jet away to private islands.

'Presbyterian Church hosts Vacation Bible School (The Daily Dispatch)
The First Presbyterian Church will host its annual Vacation Bible School on the week of June 11. The free school will be held at the church, at 10th Street and D Avenue beginning with an 8:30 breakfast. The school will be held from 9 to 11:45 a.m. each day that week.

'Vacation Bible Schools on tap (The Hillsboro Argus)
Trinity Lutheran Church, 2194 SE Minter Bridge Road, Hillsboro. Vacation Bible School June 25-29. Theme: "Avalanche Ranch." Features crafts, music, Bible lessons and snacks. Free for ages 4 through fifth grade. Call 503-640-1693.

'How to ruin a vacation in one easy step (USA Today)
I failed to pick up Kevin Slowey in my AL-only fantasy league last week. And I'm still kicking myself. Here's a tip: Don't wait until a few minutes before your weekly transaction deadline to figure out your claim. Write yourself a note, set up your pending claims earlier in the week or tie a string around your finger. But above all, don't let your fantasy team spoil your vacation.

'Scooby-Doo helps kick off summer vacation fun (Chicago Sun-Times)
No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers' dirty looks! How about starting off summer vacation with some family fun? ? That loveable lug of a dog, Scooby-Doo , will be on hand to greet fans from 2-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Kiddieland, 8400 W. North in Melrose Park. This terrific amusement park in the western suburbs, tailored for young children, is open for its 79th season, daily ...

'Consider a Destination Club before Buying a Vacation Home (Kewanee Star Courier)
(ARA) - When dreaming of traveling, everyone has something different in mind. And when investing in a vacation or second home, you want to make sure you get what you want. For many, destination clubs are the answer because they provide the best of many worlds.

'Want more paid vacation? How does 28 days sound? (Seattle Times)
British workers will get an extra eight days of paid vacation a year under regulations published last week, narrowing the gap with other...

'Life-long learning made fun No one likes to be stuck indoors on rainy days, especially during vacation. However, the ... (Leduc Representative)
No one likes to be stuck indoors on rainy days, especially during Vacation. However, the Leduc and District Public Library offers many ways to have fun inside.

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