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I need a vacation, but i am broke. Should I just camp out in a State or National park?

I can’t go to a distant park, but maybe a park within 100 miles.
If i camp out alone, will people rob me? Will i get eaten by bears and wolves?
Will i get bored? Do i have to poop in the bushes?

There are no electrical outlets and I only have a small car.

This doesn’t sound very fun.

Wanting more than just happy campers

Wanting more than just happy campers
SHARON — For five years, the former home of the Horizons for Youth Camp on Lake Massapoag had been left empty, turning into an eyesore to some at the end of a nice residential neighborhood in this affluent suburb.

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Can my wife and two little girls and I have a good vacation to FL with just a flight and a rented mini van?

We want to just sleep in the back of the van (suggested ways of doing this in a legal and save way? Camping spots you recommend?) and maybe take a ferry to the Bahamas or anywhere where we can do some snorkeling at this time of year. We are on a VERY limited budget… like nothing but peanut butter and jelly the whole trip if we have to. Anything you all could suggest to make this a memorable and financially not regrettable vacation would be appreciated!

It’s not just the fair, it’s a vacation for some residents

It’s not just the fair, it’s a vacation for some residents
LEBANON – For Waynesville resident Tim Brown and his family, the fair is about much more than showing their market hogs and sheep, it’s a vacation.

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Losing fats fast! How many calories did you just put into your mouth?

Do we really need to count calories in order to achieve the optimal results from watching out diet? Counting calories for every meal may help for people who prefer to track their calories intake right down to the finer details so that can check their calories consumption vs. calories expenditure for very precise weight management.  However, generally for the rest of us, perhaps bearing in mind the calories yield from the major nutrients I have discussed previously may be suffice to serve as a reminder when it comes to choosing what we want to eat.

 Now back to the list below, let us examine them and uncover any possibilites of hidden fats if any. 

Salad
Chicken Sandwich
Yogurt
Young Tau Foo
Fish slice noodles with soup

 Salad is an old time favourite for people who diet. Did the leafy greens pop in your mind whenever you think of going for healthy food?  The fat trap normally lies in the salad dressing. Most people load on mayonnaise to make the greens taste better . However, this means you are increasing your fat intake which will up your calories consumption as well. It will be a good idea to replace it with a healthier alternative such as olive oil. Or else, try to reduce the amount of dressing.

 Chicken sandwich should not sound sinful does it?  The answer lies in the method of cooking. Is it fried or grilled?  The sandwich may also be sprinkled with mayonnaise or thousand island which are high in fat content.  Again this will add on to your calories intake.  I used to think that having chicken sandwich for lunch is healthy and there was a period of time where I actually had it as lunch almost everyday. It was then I realized that I was actually consuming a lot of fats through the sauce. A better alternative would be mustard and always opt for grilled chicken breast if possible.

 The 3rd in line is yogurt. Come on, yogurt is supposed to be a healthy snack with excellent source of calcium, protein and also loaded with live cultures right?  Yes,  but when it comes to choosing which type of yogurts, go for those with lowest sugar content as some yogurts are high in sugar level which means you will be consuming more calories that will make you fat.

 Young Tau Foo seems harmless enough. We are often advised to go for soupy food if we are serious in watching our diet. This is true provided you leave out those fried stuff like “tau pok”, “fried wanton” and the likes. Fried food items again mean that you are consuming more fats that translate into more calories intake.

 Finally, fish slice noodles. I think you got it. DO NOT choose fried fish for your fish slice noodles. Some of the dish comes with milk added into the soup. It is best to go for plain soup.

 Based on what is being discussed thus far, it is not hard to figure out that the key to choosing what to eat is really based on the method of cooking. You are in control to choose what you want to eat. You may need to make a conscious effort initially to always opt for a healthier alternative.

Just like myself, I will always request for skim milk whenever I need my cuppa fix. This has become a habit due to my conscious effort to always make the request whenever possible. As we all know, old habits die hard, but once you have made a commitment, it won’t be too hard to adopt good eating habits. Start small as every baby steps counts!

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I just wanted some ideas on what to do with my kids while camping.?

We are going camping this week on vacation. I just wanted some ideas on fun activities for them. Both are boys. Ages 8 and 10. Any help would be great.
This place is just dead here.

Buy Tickets! and Just Make a Venture to Epcot and Discovery Island

The world of wonder Disney land has a very specific thing to attract its visitors. Among the four theme parks in Walt Disney World Resort, Epcot is totally designed to introduce the future and the park was opened on 1st October 1982. The full form of EPCOT is Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. It is a showcase where you can see the international culture and technological innovation of tomorrow all together.

Walt Disney had planned a model city where thousands of citizens can survive. So, EPCOT is the model city for future. Its large area covers other attractions like Spaceship, Mission: SPACE, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Test Tract, Innovations, Soaring at the land etc. EPCOT is double the size of Magic Kingdom. So, get ready to walk long distances.

To visit this world of future, you need to buy Epcot Tickets. And to ignore the rush and long queue, buy the tickets in advance.

On the other side, Disney’s Discovery Island is a perfect abode for various animals and birds. The magnificent Tree of Life is also standing here high and its height is not less than 14 stories. Inside the “Tree’s” base is the delightful 3-D show “It’s Tough to be a Bug”. “Bay Lake’s Tropical Island Paradise,” is the other name of Discovery Island. This name is given due to its location in Bay Lake at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Discovery Island is filled with various attractions like Trumpeter Springs, Parrots Perch, Bamboo Hollow, Flamingo Lagoon, Tortoise Beach, Pelican Bay, etc. The exotic birds and wildlife that includes Cotton-top tamarins, Saddle-billed storks, Galapagos tortoises, Asian small clawed otters, South American capybaras and green-winged macaws are the prime attraction for all.

Discovery Island Tickets can bring your way the most wonderful world of animals. Its serene beauty is more enhanced by the Discovery River which surrounds Discovery Island.

Even you will be glad to know that there are good arrangements of many dining areas and it serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to its guests. The meals include mouth watering foods like pizza, hot sandwiches, salads, smoked chickens and other many more non-vegetarian items.

After having your meal you can fulfill your shopping desires. The shopping place is really very nice and often it is compared to Bali because of its architecture. Whether you are looking for jewelry, tapestries, clothes or gifts, shopping venues will never disappoint you.

Thus, buying Disney World Tickets can lead your way towards the world of amusement and fun.