(ARA) - Travel can be one of the biggest-ticket items you invest in each year, so it's worth it to plan ahead. Setting a budget - and sticking to it - can help you stay in better control of spending. According to a recent Visa survey, a majority (54 percent)…

(ARA) - Do you ever get a headache just thinking about navigating the streets of an unfamiliar city? Have you ever booked a hotel in a less-than-great part of town, or been late to an appointment because you can't find a parking garage? Even the savviest of travelers, who can…

(ARA) - The first few months of the year when many Americans are spending time at home trying to recuperate from the hustle and bustle of the holidays may not seem like an ideal time to plan a vacation.  However, planning for a time known as "shoulder season," the time…

(ARA) - American families have spoken: the vacation is a top priority. Ninety-four percent of Americans agreed that even in tough economic times, family vacations are worth the money, according to a recent survey by Expedia.com. To keep the vacation affordable and easy, think about introducing your family to the…

(ARA) - A vacation may be the last thing on your mind as the holidays draw near this year, but contrary to popular belief the holiday season is a great time to take a break. Pre-holiday season deals sweeten the appeal of a weekend getaway to decompress from the stresses…