Vacation Close to Home

Whenever money is tight, one great option for those needing to get away for a bit is to vacation close to home. Chances are that most people have something near by that they have not yet toured, visited, or experienced. Taking a vacation where you don't stray too far from the home front is a great way to become familiar with the beautiful and exciting things in your own back yard.

End a Timeshare Sales Pitch
You may have agreed to sit through a timeshare pitch to get a cheap vacation or to earn a free premium such as theme park tickets or dinner certificates. Now you're afraid that the so-called 2-hour presentation might stretch on endlessly as a high-pressure salesman keeps you captive until you agree to buy. Know the steps to end a timeshare pitch before you set foot into the presentation and you'll be able to safeguard your precious time.

Change a Vacation Visa to Resident Status
When visiting the United States with a vacation visa -- usually a type of B-visa -- you may decide to apply for resident status. Similarly, you may already have had the intention of applying for residency before your vacation. The United States only regularly permits workers with H- or L-visas to maintain non-immigrant status once in the country, while applying for residency. However, by filing certain forms, you have the opportunity to change your vacation visa to resident status, though your application may not always be approved.

Enter to Win Disney Dream Vacations
Visiting Walt Disney World or Disneyland is a thrilling, yet expensive, vacation. Fortunately, companies often hold contests offering a grand prize of a Disney dream vacation. By following a few simple tips, you can maximize your chances of winning the trip of a lifetime for free.

Get Insider's Prices at Sandals Resorts
Sandals Resorts are beautiful resorts in the Caribbean. Their rates aren't the lowest, but with a bit of smart negotiating you can get your rate down to insider level prices. Enjoy the resort, a gorgeous room, free butler service, the spas and treatment centers, the included scuba diving, water sports and more without paying too much. Getting insider prices without knowing someone who works at the resort is possible with these tips.