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Forget the Roses...Give Your Sweetheart the Gift of Time

As another gift-giving holiday approaches and with affordability on everyone's mind, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) reminds people that there's no gift like the gift of spending time with your loved ones and away from the strains of daily life. ARDA points to a growing body of research that shows there are undisputed, long-term benefits associated with taking vacations that contribute to stronger relationships and better health. watch video »

Research Shows Vacations Can Actually Make Kids Smarter

As the nations children settle in for another school year, many parents and teachers wonder how the summer break affected their childrens academic achievement. Analysis of a U.S. Department of Education study found that children who travel over summer break whether to a beach, historic site or a national park did better in reading, math and general knowledge than their peers who didn't vacation. watch video »

Smarter Kids

The data is clear and gives hard-working parents another reason not to put off a summer vacation trip, said Dr. Bill Norman, Clemson University. Providing kids with the experience of travel broadens their horizons and opens up their minds to learning. watch video »