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Apple Vacations: Cautious Spending Results in Unprecedented Holiday Vacation Deals (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

It's no secret that as the holidays approach, consumers have become more cautious when it comes to spending. For many, the family vacation is the last thing Americans are willing to give up, even if it means a shorter stay or less costly accommodations.

Rick Kushman: Schedules are a jumble for a month (The Sacramento Bee)

Ralphie's back for the first season showing of "A Christmas Story," 8 p.m. Wednesday on TNT. Peter Billingsley plays Ralphie in the film. We've just hit the time when all TV goes a little holiday wacky, meaning many, many shows will take some kind of seasonal vacation. A few go on cruises but most just rest. Seriously, you're going to see lots of specials coming, lots of repeats and ...

Why the big rush towards Christmas? (The Standard-Times)

Call me old-fashioned, but I get a tad nervous when beloved Christmas specials start popping up on the dial so soon after Thanksgiving. I don't want to engage in some Andy Rooney-ish argument against rushing Christmas. I just like to savor my holiday...

Desert Deals for Your Winter Break (ABC News)

Great deals on restaurants, hotels, spas, golf and more in Phoenix-Scottsdale.

How to get more splash for less cash (MSNBC)

The weather outside is frightful, but inside it’s 84 degrees. Indoor waterparks are fun, but they sure ain’t cheap. Here’s how to have fun without getting soaked.

Holidays at home: Christmas New Orleans Style (New Orleans Times-Picayune)

PHOTO COURTESY THE WINDSOR COURTA huge Christmas tree welcomes guests to the Windsor Court, where Papa Noel rates begin at $149 this December. Happy Holidays. It's time to hit the road. The road(s) being St. Charles Avenue, Claiborne Avenue, Chef...