Travelers Make Great Targets for Identity Thieves
May 23, 2013 by Fayette Woman
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As summer nears, many people start dreaming about and planning vacation getaways. But while you’re enjoying the beach, identity thieves are devising new ways to steal your personal information. Consumers often let their guards down on vacation, putting them at greater risk of identity theft. In an effort to curb the growing problem of identity [...]
10 Family Travel Tips
March 12, 2013 by Fayette Woman
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Spring is almost here, and summer is right around the corner! This means increased family travel and fun with the kids. Here are 10 family travel tips: Pack light – this might not sound easy when we are used to overflowing diaper bags, but with the Babee Covee, a new baby blanket and cover that [...]
8 Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel with Your Kids
December 14, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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Traffic, TSA, and Tantrums, Oh My!: Eight Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel with Your Kids If you’ve ever traveled with kids (especially over the holidays), you know it’s an adventure. More accurately, it’s a slapstick, Murphy’s-Law, Griswold-family type of adventure. There are poorly timed poops. Lost pacifiers. Traffic jams and road construction. A beyond-awkward screening [...]
Fabulous Fall Fun
September 12, 2012 by Maggie Worth
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Ah, fall! The leaves start to drop, the fireflies come out at dusk, and the lawn requires less-than-weekly mowing. School’s back in session, making family time extra special, and the crisp scent of autumn brings excitement and energy to every outdoor adventure. From local festivals to out-of-town events and everything in between, there’s always something [...]
Gibbs Gardens: Public Garden 30 Years in the Making
August 9, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
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Jim Gibbs’s passion for beautiful gardens is in his genes, passed down from his grandmothers, aunts and mother. Even as a child he knew that one day he wanted to create a world-class public garden for all to enjoy. Later, as the founder of Gibbs Landscape Company and the recipient of over 250 landscape design [...]
National Parks Offer Affordable Summer Fun Close To Home
August 3, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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(StatePoint) You can make history, culture, natural beauty and scientific exploration a part of your life this summer by visiting a National Park near you. The nation’s 397 national parks not only protect some of America’s most iconic treasures, but they also tell diverse stories and teach valuable lessons about our shared heritage. National Parks [...]
Disconnect in Destin
July 16, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
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Summer has arrived—time to pack a bag and head for some down-time at the beach! We’re fortunate to be just a few hours’ drive from one of the most stunning beach communities in the world: Destin, Florida. Known for its brilliant white sand and blue-green water, Destin is the crown jewel of the beautiful beach [...]
Rare Book Exhibit Opens Aug 3
July 16, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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In an exclusive exhibition that explores the art, printing and binding of Gutenberg’s Bible, Arts Clayton Gallery will honor the most famous of all rare books by premiering “The Artistry of Gutenberg’s Bible” on August 3, 2012. “The Artistry of Gutenberg’s Bible” will feature the impressive two volume Cooper Square Facsimile printing, completed in authentic [...]
Vacation Time? Perfect Packing Secrets
July 3, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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Planning a trip can be lots of fun. Packing for a trip – not so much. Ellen Paderson, founder of Smiles and Miles Travel (www.smilesandmilestravel.com) based near Boston, Mass., with over 20 years in the travel business, has sent thousands of people of all ages on vacations, cruises, and traditional and destination honeymoons and weddings. [...]
July 4 Staycation: A Four-day Plan
July 2, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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AAA estimates a record 42.3 million travelers will hit the road between July 3 and July 8, thanks to stable gas prices and the midweek holiday. That’s promising, but not everyone wants to be stuck in traffic or pay $3.74 per gallon for gas, no matter how cheap it seems. Thankfully, there are cheap and [...]
5 Tips for Your Summer Road Trip
June 23, 2012 by Fayette Woman
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Don’t worry about record-breaking gas prices – the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimates prices to be $3.79 a gallon this summer, less than in 2008. That’s good news for families considering reviving the tradition of a road trip vacation, one of the best experiences parents and kids can share, says Michael DiLorenzo, author of Adventures [...]
Visiting Georgia’s State Parks
June 14, 2012 by Maggie Worth
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Whether you’re planning a day trip, a short getaway, or a full vacation, Georgia’s state parks offer a fun, affordable way to relax and unwind without breaking the bank. Recreational activities include the traditional hiking, boating, swimming, and fishing, but you can also go horseback riding, try GeoCaching, check out an educational program, or play [...]