Investing in a vacation property is an investment in memories. It promotes relaxation and spending quality time with friends and family. But with all the options available, there are a lot of things that should be considered before making a final decision. Here's an easy to compare list of postives and negatives for each option.

Summertime is a great time for a vacation, and if you're planning to take the family pet too, here are some things to consider.

The downturn in the real estate market has caused many people to forgo the purchase of a second home. But because they still want the opportunity to travel and spend time with friends and family, many are opting to become members of luxury travel destination clubs instead.

It may be true that you "can't go home again" to recapture the comfort of a simpler time, but a growing number of Americans are enjoying the comforts of returning to familiar places when they vacation.

With a busy family, hectic work schedule and decisions to be made daily on a variety of topics and issues, one thing the average person does not want to struggle over is where to vacation to get some rest. For many, time share real estate offers a convenience that takes the edge off of the question, "Where are we going this year?"

Of the over two million home break-ins every year most happen in July and August, when vacationing families leave their houses empty and vulnerable. Summer travel season has arrived, so before you hit the road, make sure to take simple steps to keep criminals out of your home.

Throughout America's National Park System, volcanoes are putting on a natural fireworks display. Here are some parks worth checking out.