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Jul152008

I Will Not "Staycate"

OK, L.A. Times and other local media: Please do not use the term "staycation" anymore. And publicists sending out press releases, stop pitching a trek to the zoo (here) as a vacation. You might sense that I'm a little bitter about my own situation, which this summer will not include a bonafide – and here's the real word – VACATION. But the made-up word is almost as annoying as the fact that I won't be sunning myself on a beach in Hawaii until at least July 2009.

(Same goes for "mockumentary," "Governator" and "webinar," just so you know.)

I have a hard time reading about anything that is pitched on the "staycation" premise. So when I got an item about a company called Excitations, which offers family-oriented "experiences" close to home, I felt compelled to toss it in the "recylacan."

But if you're looking for a cool gift idea or a way to experience something different, you'll find a variety of packages geared to every whim, from trapeze lessons to falconry hunts. One year, I wanted to find a culinary class for husband Steve. This company has several ways to learn about food and cooking, from private sushi lessons for two to home demos for parents and kids.

So while I wouldn't call these packages a vacation (although you can search based on a specified location), the activities are packaged in a fresh way and might just keep me happy while I'm dreaming about Hawaiian beaches.

 

Reader Comments (4)

Good article, adding it to my bookmarks!

February 28, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMac

I agree with some of the comments I have read on your blog, great posts, keep up the good work your doing!

March 3, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterPurchase

Just read some other comments on your blog, and I agree with the general impression, your doing a great job!

Your writing style is quite a good role model for me - I have recently started my own blog and I am really struggling to write articles!

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