The Great American Staycation by Matt Wixon
Layoffs are rampant, gas prices are volatile, airlines are cutting flights, and Americans are feeling the economic pinch of a recession. As much as we hate it in this country of big dreams, big cars and Big Macs, we have to find a way to cut back. For many Americans, that means turning the Great American Vacation into a "staycation," which is the big buzzword of the year, having appeared in articles everywhere from www.CNN.com to Newsweek. But what does a staycation really mean? Newspaper humor columnist and frequent staycationer Matt Wixon shares with readers the definition of a staycation as well as:Rules for a successful, satisfying vacation at home or nearbyMotivation and encouragement for people who can't afford the big, traditional vacationWays to make the most of time off from workStrategies and experiences from more than a dozen staycationers, as well as hundreds of Internet links and specific ideas to help plan a vacation in your hometown.From alternatives to destination theme parks to making the most of out local amenities to reigniting the flame in a relationship, Americans will find this guide a humorous and invaluable guide to staying home on vacation.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781605506562 |
| ISBN 10 | 1605506567 |
| Title | The Great American Staycation |
| Author | Matt Wixon |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Adams Media Corporation |
| Year published | 2009-03-18 |
| Number of pages | 197 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |