Beaches, Free concerts & Movies – Your Summer of Bargain Fun is Here

Yesterday was the last day of school for my son Aaron, and amid the busyness of the upcoming summer, our family will be taking that annual summer vacation for more family bonding.

In this issue, I introduce Peggy Young, a travel and meeting coordinator I met earlier in January. In her article about a dude ranch in Wyoming, she fills us in on a special place that has been a family favorite for two generations. Pictured here is her husband and son fishing at the HF Bar Ranch, and enjoying some Daddy/Son bonding time.

Many of you will be staying close to home, and there are so many great places in the Bay Area that a "Stay-cation" can be pretty fun. However, experts recommend that it’s good to actually stay overnight somewhere other than your home to get that vacation feel. So be on the alert for deals. Check out my review on the Half Moon Bay Lodge, a great Spanish style hotel that is affordable and close to the beach.

For a true bargain, visit Santa Cruz this season to enjoy the Boardwalk with its free concerts, acrobatic shows, and free admission to the boardwalk itself. Discount nights on rides and more await your visit. See Bargain Santa Cruz for details.

In our calendar for the summer, more freebies this summer include free outdoor movies. Check out the fun on our Summer Calendar. Other stories in this issue include:

Safari Adventure in Kenya – Foreign Other
Norway for Families – Foreign Other
Top Hong Kong Hotels – Asia
Three Days of Fun in Portland – States
Florida's National Treasure - States

Remember, you can travel close or far, but the most important thing is to have a great relationship with your kids and to realize you don’t have to spend money to have a glorious time together. In spite of the economic times we live in, strive to be happy and creative, and embrace life, rising above it all!

Cheers to you, Moms and Dads!

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