During the warm spring and summer months, outdoor potted plants adorn most decks and patios. Although most potted plants thrive just as well as ones in the ground, they deteriorate quickly when not cared for. One of the primary times that outdoor potted plants are neglected is when homeowners go on vacation. With a little planning, homeowners can ensure that they have an enjoyable vacation and return to plants that are still alive. Does this Spark an idea?
Take a Cheap Vacation to Washington for Christmas
Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, is home to many important American institutions such as Congress and the Supreme Court. Christmas can be an ideal time to visit Washington. The city's streets are less crowded as Congress leaves town for the holidays and lobbyists follow. The city's location in the middle of the Eastern seaboard means that it has a four-season climate. Snow is very likely during this period, giving the area a pleasant appearance. Christmas can also be a surprisingly inexpensive time to visit this area.
Earn All the Vaction Mementoes in The Sims 2: Bon Voyage
When your Sims go on vacation, there is a set of special Vacation Mementos that your Sim can experience. They have no effect on gameplay, but getting the memories is half the fun of sending your Sims on vacation! You can check the Vacation Memento panel for hints on what you need to do to get each Memento, but here are some extra hints you may find helpful.
Create a Winter Vacation Checklist
It is easy to get so wrapped up in planning and packing for your winter vacation that you forget to prepare your home for the trip. Burglars look for changes in your routine or for houses that are suddenly unoccupied. It doesn't take much to secure your home and it will give you the peace of mind to enjoy your well-deserved vacation.
Plan a Summer Vacation in the Hamptons
If you spend your summer vacation in the Hamptons, an exclusive community on New York's Long Island, you may run into Martha Stewart, Steven Spielberg or Ronald Perelman, who are just a few of the local homeowners. Pack your bags carefully. Look your best for your celebrity-watching! Follow these steps to start planning your trip.