NEW YORK, March 27, 2001 - With Spring officially upon us, now is the time to start making plans for those summertime vacations - so don't let the season kick into high gear with your family's vacation stuck in neutral. To fix stalled summer plans, outdoor recreation and active travel Web site GORP.com has developed a resource - the "Family-Vacation Saver" - that's guaranteed to put adventure back into the family's summer in four quick and easy steps!

"For families with kids of various ages, picking a summer vacation can be a daunting task," said Alice Cary, family expert at GORP.com. "Following a step-by-step process together with the kids helps to keep everyone excited and happy with the conclusions."

Available at http://www.gorp.com/gorp/eclectic/Family/family_main.htm, the Family-Vacation Saver's simple four-step formula includes:

	Step 1. Pick A Sport: GORP has a plethora of activities that include everything from backpacking to rock climbing, and most everything in between - all are geared to bring families together as they work with each other to conquer the outdoors.
	Step 2. Find A Getaway: Probably the hardest part about planning a memorable vacation is figuring out where to go. Decide whether your family is looking for a simple weekend away or an extended exploration to see all that nature has to offer, and then narrow down your research through GORP's state-by-state guides, National Parks, National Lakes and Seashores resources or an expansive guide to international destinations.
	Step 3. Become A Know-It-All Parent: Preparation is the key to making sure your family is happy on vacation. Knowing that anything can go wrong, make sure you know how to handle just about every possible situation. GORP offers tips to parents on how to deal with everything from poison ivy to ticks. There is also advice on how to stay safe and healthy while away.
	Step 4. Get Inspired To Go: The most crucial point of travelling is the time between trip planning and the first day of your journey. During this time, your family should learn as much as possible about the trip and get first-hand advice about travelling, the outdoors and what to expect. To complete the last step in the formula, GORP has community forums that allow users to share tips and experiences, as well as articles and features on how to make the most of a family vacation. And for those questions or concerns that were not addressed elsewhere, Family Expert Alice is available to give advice.

GORP.com is the largest and most trafficked Web site dedicated to outdoor recreation and adventure travel. With more than 250,000 pages of content, GORP offers a complete package of authoritative, award-winning content; a large, active community of outdoor enthusiasts; and a full-range of e-commerce offerings drawing nearly 30 million page views per month. Started in 1995, GORP offers a full-service active travel-booking feature with thousands of trips, accessible via the Web or telephone. AOL Keyword: GORP.

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