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A week on an island paradise sounds great right about now, doesn't it? But the economic crisis has forced a lot of people to rearrange their priorities and that winter get-away has dropped way down the list.
If you can't shake the travel bug, there are a few affordable destinations. They may not be that island paradise, but they'll take you away from it all without breaking the bank.
in Charlestown came up with a list of the top five destinations Read the rest of this entry »

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The new Honey Creek Resort on the shores of Lake Rathbun makes a splash on the cover of the 2009 Iowa Travel Guide, which is being released today by state tourism officials.
The 184-page guide lists hundreds of attractions, including Honey Creek, the first Iowa state park to offer a hotel-style lodge, golf course, indoor water park, bar and restaurant.
The resort, which held its grand opening in October, is likely to impress residents and visitors Read the rest of this entry »

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OMAHA, Neb. - Eppley officials said the airflow has been mostly smooth for its passengers, but plenty of drivers still decided to use their vehicles to get to their holiday destinations.
The Metro Area Motorists Assist is out patrolling, ensuring those drivers are rolling along with full tires and full gas tanks.
Volunteer Russ Tice said the traffic flow was light, with most drivers likely at their destinations.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. - There were long lines Wednesday morning at the Greyhound station in downtown Sacramento, where many people had to spend the night.
Some people said they have been trying to get home for five days now.
Travel to Oregon and Washington has become impossible in some situations because of winter weather. Greyhound is no longer selling tickets to northern destinations.
Passenger Tyler Wiggers, who's trying to head to Redding, Read the rest of this entry »

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Published: December 19, 2008
FLORENCE — Airline passengers looking to begin their holiday travel a little early found nothing but frustration and delays this week at several Southeastern airports, including Florence Regional Airport.
Adverse weather conditions and an unexpected increase in recreational travel through the Florence airport has cause some delays, Florence Regional Airport Executive Director Hartsell Rogers said.
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-- Take a train instead of flying for shorter trips.
-- Use public transportation instead of taxis or rental cars whenever
possible.
-- If you do have to take a rental car, consider a hybrid or smaller
economy car instead of larger vehicles.
-- Hang up your towels and leave a note to hotel staff that it is
unnecessary to change your sheets every day.
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Thanksgiving air travel is getting a little easier this week. Experts say nationwide it's down 7 percent compared to last year. While the airlines don't like it, for passengers it means shorter lines and less hassle.
Their final destinations might be different, but each of these travelers have had the same experience flying out the day before Thanksgiving: it has been hassle free.
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Published Tuesday, November 25, 2008 in
One of the busiest travel holidays of the year is the day before Thanksgiving, and the Georgia DOT is advising motorist to expect delays, plan ahead and be patient.
If today's traffic is anything like the past few years, congestion will begin to build on Georgia's roads by noon, three to four hours earlier than usual. Motorists should plan to travel in the morning or after 6 p.m.
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And a cell phone shall guide them this holiday season.
You may think California officials frown on cell phones in cars these days, given the state's recent ban on the hand-held version of said instruments.
Not entirely so.
Ironically, highway officials are inviting Northern California drivers, notably those headed to Tahoe for the holidays, to turn their devices on.
This time, it's not to chat. It's for the greater good of your fellow travelers.
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