Comments on: Taking Vacation During Tough Times

By: Tara

Tara — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:52:55 +0000

I recently lost my job in March 09 but my partner and I had already planned for a week in orlando with the kids. I struggled with the decision of whether to go or not. My kids made straight A’s and was really looking forward to the trip. we decided to leap out on faith and go anyway. We had a blast, the kids learned a lot about the ocean and ocean creatures, we didnt eat out, we cooked in the villa and we didnt buy any souveniers. We had a blast, my kids were very happt, partner was refreshed and I just decided to enjoy even thought I didnt have a job. I’m so glad we went. Yes take a vacation!!!

By: yvette

yvette — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:45:51 +0000

aaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Maui, Maui, Maui aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhh.

By: JLM

JLM — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:19:20 +0000

I just returned from a week in Orlando. The relaxation was much needed…I was on overload. A week away from work has allowed me to recharge and place things in perspective. The smiles on my wife and daughter face at Disney/Seaworld are immeasurable. It was worth every $$$. Too often, we buy into the culture of working hard with no play; failing to understand other areas of our lives suffer. As result our performance at home and work is not optimal.

By: momtoAlex&Max

momtoAlex&Max — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 21:04:38 +0000

I happen to think vacations are a NECESSITY even if you don’t go out of town and just hang around the house/own town. Not taking time off is foolish. But I am guessing it impresses the corporate types. So glad to be self-employed!

By: Tom

Tom — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:26:27 +0000

I just took a short vtrip to Houston for two interviews, but it was also my birthday that weekend. I feel so much better than I did before, it was so nice to get away! It is crucial to take a vacation or else you will crash!

By: BreezyATL

BreezyATL — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:14:06 +0000

I’m planning a trip with a group of friends. We’re still brainstorming on a destination, but one thing is certain, we’re going somewhere! Everyone needs to press the reset button at least twice per year.

By: jomoes

jomoes — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:58:56 +0000

Planning a camping trip to beautiful Cumberland Island.

By: ParkLady

ParkLady — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:50:07 +0000

Visit our beautiful Georgia State Parks! That’s the best way to help keep them open, and a great way to spend family time. You can see all of them at http://www.gastateparks.org. For even deeper savings, become a Friend of the parks at http://www.friendsofgastateparks.org. Get Out, Get Dirty, Get Fit!

By: jmax123

jmax123 — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:48:29 +0000

Life is also too short to bother with being a jerk on a newspaper forum. She’s taking her grandchildren to DisneyWorld – don’t be so critical.

By: JJ

JJ — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:33:11 +0000

I have accumulated 4 weeks of vacation time, and trust me I take all four weeks. I earned it, I take it.

There is so many activities that are free right here in our own back yard.

I myself am going to Hilton Head in May. A friend owns a house (free rent), and there are about 6 of us going ($20 gas round trip, $50 for food/alcohol) for 5 days. There is a pool at the house, and a short walk to a private beach. I plan on camping on the beach, with my cooler and lounge chair and several good books…….Hilton Head for less than $100/pp…..I don’t need any souvieners, or fancy restaurants. We are all pitching in and cooking at the house.