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vacation

[vey-key-shuhn, vuh-] / veɪˈkeɪ ʃən, və- /


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Even some high-income travelers who can still afford a European vacation are opting to stay in the States, said Wander CEO John Andrew Entwistle.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Whimstay specializes in discounted last-minute vacation rentals, offering deals on properties booked less than 30 days in advance.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

David Lee says his children don’t play videogames at home or have phones, but he and his wife treat them to screen time on vacation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

It was the summer of 1968 and they planned a two-week vacation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

When Louella McCluskey’s mother went to work part-time at the telephone company, she let Louella baby-sit her little brother, Howard, again during spring vacation.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson




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