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Special Fee-free Days Offered at National Parks


As in previous years, entrance fees are waived on select dates in the nation’s beautiful national parks. In 2013, free days will be January 21 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day), April 22 through 26 (National Park Week), August 25 (National Park Service Birthday), September 28 (National Public Lands Day), and November 9 through 11 (Veterans Day Weekend). Savings could be from $25 to $50 per family.
Calming Canines Ease Airport Stress PDF Print E-mail


According to a USA Today report, many airports now offer friendly dog therapy for passengers and families in waiting areas. Especially at this busy time of year, the crowds, noise and confusion can be overwhelming.

A friendly paw, furry coat and wagging tail can do much to ease the stress of travelers of all ages. So far, as many as 40 U.S. airports feature volunteer dog owners and their specially-trained pets offering the free canine therapy. Some include: Los Angeles International Airport offers its Pets Unstressing Passengers (PUP) program. The FLL AmbassaDogs program is at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Reno-Tahoe International Airport has Paws 4 Passengers, and San Francisco International Airport features its Wag Brigade. Others are Miami International Airport, San Antonio International Airport and Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City. www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/2014/11/19/airport-therapy-dogs
 
 
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