Megan Torrance of Sarasota, Fla., loved life as a consultant despite being on the road four to five days each week for months on end. Rather than staying in an extended stay hotel, Torrance’s company placed her in a furnished apartment known as corporate housing.

More and more Americans are cutting back their vacation plans in an effort to combat the rising costs of travel. By cutting back, families are traveling across the United States, exploring the rich scenery and life of this country without spending a huge amount of money.

Even in the best of times, many Americans feel guilty about spending time and money on vacation. Our track record for using the vacation days afforded to us is weak, at best. But the truth is, we all need a break to refresh ourselves and ideally, enrich our lives. This year, vacation-deprived and time-starved travelers are pushing the notion of a “staycation” aside while opting for a “getawaycation.”

In the fall, many families are thinking about getting their kids back to school. But, perhaps contrary to popular wisdom, the season offers great vacation opportunities for families.

As the summer travel season peaks, budget-conscious travelers are facing what seems to be a perfect storm -- continued increases in gasoline prices combined with rising hotel room rates. Here are some tipsthat will help you maximize your summer vacation dollars.

If the typical tourist experience bores you to tears and you can’t take yet another bus tour, adventure travel just might be for you. Among thrill-seeking travelers, Scotland is quickly becoming known as a popular, action-packed destination.

The immune system can never go vacation. A travel bug can ruin a trip that has been planned for months. There are several reasons travelers’ immune systems need to do double-duty during vacations or business trips.