Working At Play: A History of Vacations in the United States
Working At Play: A History of Vacations in the United States
In Working at Play, Cindy Aron offers the first full length history of how Americans have vacationed–from eighteenth-century planters who summered in Newport to twentieth-century urban workers who headed for camps in the hills. In the early nineteenth century, vacations were taken for health more than for fun, as the wealthy traveled to watering places, seeking cures for everything from consumption to rheumatism. But starting in the 1850s, the growth of a white- collar middle class and the expansion of railroads made vacationing a mainstream activity. Aron charts this growth with grace and insight, tracing the rise of new vacation spots as the nation and the middle class blossomed. She shows how late nineteenth-century resorts became centers of competitive sports–bowling, tennis, golf, hiking, swimming, and boating absorbed the hours. But as vacationing grew, she writes, fears of the dangers of idleness grew with it. Religious camp grounds, where gambling, drinking, and bathing on Su
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What is the ABSOLUTE cheapest & most affordable way to vacation at Disneyland or Disneyworld for a family of 9
Question by haleymaynicole: What is the ABSOLUTE cheapest & most affordable way to vacation at Disneyland or Disneyworld for a family of 9
I am a mother of 5 on a very limited income, but I never got to go to either as a child and I promised my kids I would take them. I know there’s gotta be some affordable way.
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Answer by Julie
Try to find coupons for things, there all over just hard to find sometime, also try for group rates, stay out of the park for food and lodge. unless you can get a discount on lodge, but it should be cheaper out of the park. Try not to eat out but buying ur own food. If you need air fair well that’s a big thing, good luck with that. Search all over and look for something else. I don’t know where u work but working at some places you get discounts at hotels, parks, that kind of stuff. ask. save money as much as u can, coupons can actually really help. and have ur kids help to, they will feel part of everything, save change, limeade stands and so on. it will help. good luck
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Who is in the Jeep in Myrtle Beach SC 1960
Who is in the Jeep in Myrtle Beach SC 1960
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Drove the 1stSgt’s jeep from DC to Fort Walton Beach for the price of a bus ticket back to DC. What a deal? A Marine, who shall remain nameless,and who promised to share the driving , bailed in Myrtle Beach. He took the canned goods we had for food; I kept the can opener.
I guess there’s one too many kids on the farm
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I have a great deal of respect for the Amish but for some reason being in Amish country put me in a really silly mood.
When I saw this sign on Pennsylvania 340 (Old Philadelphia Pike) outside of Intercourse, Pennsylvania despite the fact that I was making crappy time, I just had to turn around and take a photo of it.
I still don’t know exactly what a Morgan is but I still find this photo incredibly funny (or disturbing if it’s taken literally).
Travel to Europe – Globus family of brands
Travel to Europe with a Globus family of brands vacation package or escorted tour. Tour Italy, England, Ireland, the Rhine Valley and more on a European guided tour, river cruise, or independent vacation. Hear how travelers enjoyed Globus family of brands vacations to Ireland, Great Britain, Italy, France and Germany’s Rhine Valley. Globus is the world leader in first-class escorted travel with over 80 years of experience providing a variety of travel styles. From independent travel packages to escorted tours, Globus is the leader in touring travel and vacation packages. For more information visit: www.globusfamily.com
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Where can I find the best deals on Canadian vacation packages?
Question by bxrswfe: Where can I find the best deals on Canadian vacation packages?
I would like to plan a family vacation for four to Canada this upcoming year. What websites should I visit for good info?
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Answer by Eternity 4U Always
I live in Canada – Ontario to be exact. See the link below for various vacation destinations.
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Does anyone know if Travelocity offers time travel vacations yet?
Question by NONAME: Does anyone know if Travelocity offers time travel vacations yet?
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Answer by Jason
duh.
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What is the best website to search for travel deals?
Question by KOI: What is the best website to search for travel deals?
I’m looking to travel from Los Angeles to New York sometime this year.
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Answer by snowdrops
there are many sites
http://www.lastminute.com/ – gives you information on cheap flights
http://www.thomson.co.uk – good for package holidays
http://www.thomascook.com – package holidays
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Switzerland Without A Car, 4th (Bradt Travel Guide Switzerland Without a Car)
Switzerland is one of those countries where everything works—and this extends to its transport system whose trains, buses and boats purr in seamless harmony. This guide, fully updated to include the latest route information, including the recent opening of the Lotschberg base tunnel, provides everything a traveller needs to negotiate both the famous landmarks and little-known secrets of this compact country. It describes every railway line, reveals what there is to see from each station, and details the connecting journeys by steamer, postbus, funicular, cableway, bicycle and on foot.
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LeSportsac in Kabloom. This larger, lightweight tote has many uses and offers an eye-catching print. The LeSportsac Travel Tote has interior and exterior zip pockets plus a small matching pouch. Material: Nylon. All Purpose Totes,Beach Totes,Boarding…
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1951 “Canada Vacations Unlimited” Travel guide
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