Americans Put Saving Energy Ahead of Vacations
As summer beckons, it seems Americans are thinking more about the stifling cost of energy than about making tracks to the beach.
As summer beckons, it seems Americans are thinking more about the stifling cost of energy than about making tracks to the beach.
Summer music festivals offer a fun way to hear the country's best bands, but between tickets, travel, food and accommodations, they aren't cheap. So we asked directors and promoters of some of the summer's top events for their favorite penny-pinching tips for festival-goers.
While the recession and economic uncertainty are still cutting into travel budgets, more than half of Americans are still planning to take a summer vacation this year.
It's still early, but so far it seems that there are still plenty of good deals for travelers. High-end homes appear to be faring well, but weakness in the investment property market could be a telling indicator.





