Saving on summer travel
Lawrence and national experts offer money-saving advice
With gas prices at a record high, many Americans are thinking twice about taking summer vacations. But don't cancel your plans just yet. Whether you're planning a dream vacation or just a weekend getaway, we've got plenty of tips.
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toe (anonymous) says…
To heck with a traveling vacation. Most of the money is spend on the transportation. Controlling carbon usage means controlling travel.
youraveragewoman (anonymous) says…
Travel? What I don't understand is why so many people want to fly somewhere. At the airport there seems to never be enough people to wait on the hundreds of travelers. You can never find anyone to answer a question for you, they are all too busy. When you do get on an airplane, you are packed in like sardines. I took my grandson to the airport recently and when I helped this child check in I was told, "You are not even flying, get back and let the boy take care of this." The boy had no clue who to talk to or what to do. He was scared too death!I prefer to travel by car. You see beautiful countryside. If you see something you like you can stop and view it more closely. I am in the car with my best friend (yes, he is also my husband!). It is relaxing and enjoyable. I realize that this story wasn't about airplanes, but I just couldn't help but express feelings about air travel. Taking the train makes more sense as well. It's cheaper, you have plenty of room, they actually want your business and treat you with respect. They know the meaning of providing a service.