Country Inns & Suites “Free Night Fall” Giveaway @CountryInns

October 28, 2012 by 49 Comments

Fall is the perfect time to get away- great weather, not too hot or buggy, the beautiful fall foliage, and fall foods are some of my personal favorites. I love long weekends this time of year, and highly recommend grabbing the spouse and kids, hitting the road, and finding an interesting destination.

One thing you never want to worry about when you travel, is the sort of hotel you will wind up staying in. It can be hard to book online- so many places “fluff” the reviews by having friends and family members post positive ones, and people generally only post ratings on hotels if they loved it or truly [Read more…]

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Buy.com Review

October 28, 2012 by 5 Comments

Buy.com is one of the biggest internet retailers around and has been since 1997. There has been a constant evolution of the site which has lead to millions of satisfied customers who instead of buying items from a big warehouse support smaller scale retailers. This leads to a greater diversity in products, as well as the ability to support ‘the little guy’ while still getting exactly what they want for some stellar prices. With the support of customer service from buy.com, retailers are top shelf. [Read more…]

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October 28, 2012 by 3 Comments

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Top 5 Safety Tips for Watching Fireworks With Family

October 28, 2012 by 1 Comment

Fireworks have been a major part of many celebrations for hundreds of years. The Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and New Year’s Day among many others are traditionally marked by spectacular fireworks displays that light up the sky and dazzle viewers from miles away. Of course, the safety concerns of celebrations like this are very high. Make sure to follow these 5 safety tips for enjoying fireworks with your family when the next celebration comes up.

  1. Keep the Kids Supervised
    Children should be kept under constant adult supervision when watching fireworks. The safety concerns for children here are twofold. Fireworks themselves can pose possible dangers to children who may not understand and appreciate their power. In addition to this, fireworks are hypnotizing for many, leading people to gaze up at the sky and forget what’s going on around them. Children can easily slip away from you [Read more…]
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Talking to Your Kids About Common and Fatal Mistakes That Teen Drivers Make

October 27, 2012 by 8 Comments

Learning to drive is a major milestone for teens, one of the first significant steps into maturity and adulthood. Driving gives a sense of freedom and independence, no longer being tied down to a particular neighborhood. The barrier of distance has been broken down; the endless possibilities of exploration now lay wide open. Of course, this freedom comes with heavy responsibilities. Some teens are sadly unable to handle these responsibilities at such a young age and fall into unsafe practices on the road, endangering both themselves and those around them. Be sure to talk to your kids about these driving mistakes and how to avoid them.

Bringing up this subject is often difficult for parents. You may feel like your kids aren’t listening, view you as uncool, or fail to take the conversation seriously. In spite of all this, it is important to have this conversation. Try to avoid staging the situation [Read more…]

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South Georgia Zoos Offer a Walk on the Wild Side

October 26, 2012 by 5 Comments

What’s not to love about a day at the zoo? These four zoos in South Georgia offer great day trips with educational components for the kids- great if you are a local, or on vacation in the area.

The Oatland Island Wildlife Center of Savannah will provide your family with memorable experiences
that will last well beyond your trip. Striving to spark a lifelong love of nature and its inhabitants,
the Center lets your children experience any of the forty hands-on activities available to them, such
as marsh ecology boat tours, star programs, and guided tours—all with the goal of deepening their
understanding of the surrounding flora and fauna. Locals can even enroll their children in summer
day camp, which feature stories, crafts, up-close-and-personal observations, and hands-on scientific
experiments to help children experience and understand nature’s phenomena. Contact: (912) 395-1212;
www.oatlandisland.org

At Pine Mountain’s Wild Animal Safari—Georgia’s drive-through animal park—you and the family
can go on safari from the comfort of your own vehicle, in a rented Zebra Van, or on the bus service
offered by the zoo and led by a tour guide. With a park [Read more…]

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Top 5 Ways to Build Your Emergency Fund

October 26, 2012 by 9 Comments

Life has a funny way of throwing curve balls when you least expect them. These complications are
common for people all over the world, but many are unfortunately incapable of handling them. An
emergency fund can be tremendously beneficial in helping you handle the many surprises life can throw at you. Consider these 5 great ways to establish an emergency fund and give yourself a sense of security for the future.

  1. Bolster Your IncomeIf your income is too low to make an emergency fund possible, start looking for ways to bring in more money. You might be able to fit a part time job into your schedule, or start selling collectibles that you’ve accumulated over the years. Maybe you’ve been working with the same company for a long time and are eligible for a raise or promotion. Whatever path you take, bolstering your income will make it much easier to start building an emergency fund.
  2. Cut Down ExpensesWe [Read more…]
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How to Plan an Affordable Safari Family Vacation

October 26, 2012 by 7 Comments

A safari is a great way to get the family out on a genuine adventure. There are few
things more exciting than visiting a far-off destination with your closest family members,
and a safari is a unique experience in and of itself. Better than simply camping or
sightseeing, a safari brings you up close and personal with the wildlife and terrain in a
given area, so you and your family can connect with the landscape and the animals in a
faraway place like you might never have had the opportunity before. To get your family
on a trip to a safari destination can be something of a serious undertaking, and there can
be a lot to consider in terms of budget if you’re dealing with a relatively large group of
human beings. We’ll talk about some of the best strategies if you’re wanting to go on a
safari on a budget, so you can take your vacation without [Read more…]

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