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Vacations take a good deal of planning and time, even though the whole idea of a vacation is to find time for relaxation and enjoyment. You worked extremely hard to plan your vacation why not pamper yourself in a much needed way and splurge, not much just a little, while on vacation. You worked your butt off just to get this vacation, so you should have the enjoyment of getting yourself the best of the best.

Pamper yourself right from the beginning. On your way to your vacationing spot, fly first class all the way. Flying first class definitely has its perks. There are many benefits extended to those in first class than is available in economy or coach. To start with, the in-flight meal selection is generally far better than other classes. Of course it depends on the airline, but an airline might offer first class passengers meals of veal chop or filet mignon. Have you ever complained about the lack of room on an airplane? Those in first class do not have to worry about seat room, because there is generally much more seat room in first class. Alcoholic beverages are among the perks for first class flyers, they are generally given complimentary by the airline. There are many other benefits of flying first class, to find out more information on how you can enjoy the luxury, make sure you do some research prior to purchasing your ticket.

Why should the luxuries stop with the flight? Keep going when it comes to your hotel. You do not have to settle for a regular hotel room, not on your vacation. Consider a suite that has more room for you to enjoy. Many suites in the most popular hotels will have everything you need to enjoy your vacation. Some suites come with beautiful views upon large balconies, Jacuzzis, and hot tubs. If you want the best room available, you will likely want to consider the best hotel available. While many upscale hotels will likely cost you a little more than others, or a lot more to be honest, you will find that the amenities and services that are offered are well worth the money.

There are many ways you can splurge on yourself during your next vacation and this is only the tip of the iceberg. Enjoy the opportunity to reward yourself for all the hard work if you have put in the previous year. This all goes back to the age-old cliche “You only live once”, so why not enjoy it.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about discount luggage accessories for your vacation at http://www.luggageplusmore.com

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If you are thinking about taking a family vacation as a Christmas present, you are not the only one. Even though it is a time honored tradition to be at home when Jolly Old St. Nick stops by your house, many Americans have made it their own tradition to take a vacation during Christmas time yearly. It is easier than ever to find fun filled Christmas vacations anywhere you would like to go.

How about a Christmas visit to the North Pole? Too cold for you? Ok would you consider North Pole, New York? Located in New York, North Pole sits nestled in the Adirondack Mountains. The most exciting and magical place to visit during the Christmas holiday, North Pole is both a fun and relaxing place to spend your Christmas Vacation rather you have kids in tow or are young at heart. North Pole offers Christmas vacation packages and is open during the months of November through December. These exciting vacation packages include admission into Santa’s secret workshop, lodging, and meals.

Shops galore line Santa’s Village, you will have no problems in finding the perfect souvenir to serve as a reminder of your fun filled Christmas Vacation. Often times live music is playing at the North Pole, to keep you and your family entertained. Other entertainment includes puppet shows, glassblowers, and many other exciting holiday events.

If North Pole, New York, does not offer you the reality you are looking for in the “next best thing, to the real thing”, why not consider visiting a little closer by going to North Pole, Alaska as a family Christmas Vacation? Packages are filled with exciting things to do such as visiting Santa’s home or taking a dog sled ride right through the heart of Santa’s Village. Alaskan dog sled riding is something many people hope to do on any trip to Alaska. Christmas Vacation packages include, accommodations in a nearby hotel and one to two night stays.

It does not matter how old you are, taking a Christmas vacation to either North Pole, while it may not be the real thing, is as close as you are likely going to get. It will keep the Christmas spirit alive and well in those young and old.

If the old guy is not your thing, take a visit to Christmas candyland in Hershey, Pennsylvania. You will delight in seeing the more than one million lights lighting up the town and the animation displays that the Hershey Park displays each year.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about discount luggage sets for your vacation at http://www.luggageplusmore.com

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My wife and I travel a lot. Recently, we’ve been to Hawaii, Europe, on Caribbean cruises and to cities on both coasts. We dread the usual airport hassles with increased security concerns. But we’ve figured a way to make most of it bearable. It all stems from the amount of luggage you bring. And that is determined by knowing what to take and how to pack. We went to Europe with a single 22″ carry-on bag each and that included a tour of the Mediterranean over ten days. So how did we manage to cram all those clothes into that tiny space? If I told you I invented an incredible shrinking machine would you believe me? Okay, I’ll come clean.

My wife and I got smart. We didn’t want to have to check bags through the system at the risk of them being lost, broken, or stolen. And we both already own wheeled, carry-on luggage, with multiple compartments that have the expandable feature. So we decided to re-think what we really need for our travel. And that’s the operative word: ‘need.’ Now my wife is a lovely lady with a penchant for shoes and handbags. She also has a sizeable wardrobe. But, when considering the requirements for a week and a half trip, she has become ruthless in her decisions. For instance, does she ‘need’ five pairs of shoes and five matching handbags? How about five or six complete outfits?

So, instead, she starts with the absolute essentials. It begins with toiletries and cosmetics and the very basics of each. Toss in any hair care devices and we have a foundation. Of course, we now have to remember the TSA exceptions like toothpaste and liquids. Then she considers the weather and what is appropriate. I must add that we went in the spring when the European temperature was in the low seventies. Otherwise, we might have brought coats as well, but they would have been worn onto the plane. Continuing, she picked several mix and match tops, pants, and skirts that could be used several times. Finally, she finished with undergarments and any small extras that could be squeezed in. The bag and compartments were full, but not bursting at the seams, either.

It takes courage to weed out the non-essentials and force yourselves to live with the same clothes for that long a time. But, we made the choice and were happy with the result. Just learning which shoes, are both practical and comfortable, makes a huge difference as they take up so much space. We try to keep the clothes equally appropriate to our needs and pack the bare minimum. Our only exception is a small tote that can carry purchased souvenirs and our portable DVD player for viewing our own movies on the plane. It also accommodates our his-and-hers MP3 players and earphones, that can also be used with the DVD.

Having one piece of luggage per person makes getting through security a breeze. We also have the peace of mind that all our possessions are with us at all times. We’ve even thought of washing some things if necessary, because every hotel has facilities available for that very purpose. But the convenience of carefree travel is the reward.

So, the next time you plan your vacation, consider how much better it might be with single carry-ons. Otherwise, you’re back waiting by the luggage carousel hoping to spot that bag of yours. Because, in that case, I can almost hear you saying, “Is that the right one coming up over there? Gosh, I hope it’s not the one that’s already popped open.”

Jeffrey Hauser was a sales consultant for the Bell System Yellow Pages for nearly 25 years.
He graduated from Pratt Institute with a BFA in Advertising and has a Master’s Degree in teaching. He had his own advertising agency in Scottsdale, Arizona and ran a consulting and design firm, ABC Advertising. He has authored 6 books and a novel, “Pursuit of the
Phoenix.” His latest book is, “Inside the Yellow Pages” which can be seen at his website, http://www.poweradbook.com. Currently, he is the Marketing Director for thenurseschoice.com, a Health Information and Doctor Referral site.

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