3rd Annual Tybee Labor Day Beach Bash - Oceanfront Fireworks and The Landsharks

 Enjoy the ocean breezes, live music and fireworks from the majestic Tybee Pier & Pavilion at the 3rd Annual Tybee Island Labor Day Beach Bash on Sunday, September 5th from 7:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Free live entertainment starts at 7pm with Gary Roland and The Landsharks Band! The Landsharks have performed with Jimmy Buffett and opened for several major artists, including The Beach Boys, Patti Labelle, Three Dog Night and Inner Circle. After performing with them Jimmy Buffett proclaimed that “The Landsharks are showmen, they’re fun. They’re a fun band” and also said “Funny thing was, The Landsharks knew the songs better than I did. And I love some of their arrangements.”

Spectacular fireworks under the stars start at 9:15 pm or at dark followed by more music until 10pm. Most nearby bars and restaurants will be open throughout the event to purchase food and refreshments.

The 3rd Annual Tybee Island Labor Day Beach Bash is sponsored by the Tybee Island Tourism Council, TybeeFest and Southern Eagle Distributors proudly distributing Landshark Lager, a Jimmy Buffet Margaritaville style brew.

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Go PLAY after Labor Day

The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of fun in the great outdoors. As Labor Day approaches, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages families to get outdoors over the holiday weekend and continue enjoying outdoor activities into the fall.

“The amount of time that the average child spends outside today is half of what it was 20 years ago,” said DNR Commissioner Chris Clark. “As summer draws to a close and kids head back to school, it’s important for families to plan fun outdoor activities that keep them moving.”

The DNR provides numerous ways to keep families active, from ranger programs to historic reenactments, and from wildlife management areas to fishing piers. Below are suggestions for getting outside this autumn:

State Parks Offer Labor Day Activities:

Labor Day Festival: Saturday, Sep 4 until Monday, Sep 6, 10 AM to 3 PM; Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA; Family celebration including games, boat rides, and crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.

Labor Day at Fort McAllister: Saturday, Sep 4, 10 AM to 4 PM; Fort McAllister Historic Park - Richmond Hill, GA; Civil War labor was much like ours is today. From blacksmith to wood worker, all trades were needed to keep this fort in operation. Come see how it was done. $3.50 - $5. 912-727-2339.

Labor Day Fort Morris Commemoration: Saturday, Sep 4, 11 AM to 3 PM; Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA; Commemorate Labor Day holiday with hourly soldier talks and musket and cannon firings at this scenic coastal fort. $2.75-$4. 912-884-5999. 

Swim the Warm Springs - Dip In to The Past: Saturday, Sep 4 until Monday, Sep 6, 10 AM to 4 PM; Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA; Swim in the historic pools built by President F.D. Roosevelt as a place for therapy. Space is limited to 80 participants per session. Reservations are suggested. All remaining tickets will be sold first-come, first-served, based on availability. $20 adults; $12.50 ages 6 to 17; Family Package-$75. 706-655-5870. 

Labor Day Weekend: Saturday & Sunday Sep 4 until Sep 5; Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA; Take the day off and watch a reptile show and awaken your senses with a night hike. Join in a volleyball game, family games, hayrides, a campfire and hoppin' frog hike. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.

Holiday Gorge Floor Hike: Saturday, Sep 4, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM; Sunday, Sep 5, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM; Monday, Sep 6, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM; Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA; This guided hike will take you from rim to river while learning about the gorge's unique environments. Be sure to wear proper footwear (no flip-flops or crocs). This hike is strenuous and will involve rock hopping and getting wet. Bring a lunch and lots of water. For ages 10 and older. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Grits & Cornmeal: Sunday, Sep 5, 1 PM to 3 PM; Hamburg State Park - Mitchell, GA; Watch how cornmeal and grits were once made at Hamburg's historic gristmill. Before leaving, purchase a bag to take home and use. $5 parking. (478) 552-2393.

The Fun Continues after Labor Day

Dove Season Opens September 4th; Dove hunters are preparing to hit the fields in Georgia on Opening Day, Sat. Sept. 4, 2010 at 12 Noon. Dove season dates for the year are Sept. 4-19, 2010; Oct. 9-17, 2010 and Nov. 25, 2010-Jan. 8, 2011.

Outdoor Adventure Days: National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 25, 2010, is an annual event celebrating the contributions made to conservation by hunters and anglers and brings opportunity to all to participate in exciting Outdoor Adventure Days. These events, held throughout the State, offer activities like archery ranges, kids fishing events, wildlife activities, air gun/BB gun ranges and much more. 

Leaf Watch 2010: The online Leaf Watch, found at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org throughout October and November, provides updates on fall color, safe hiking tips, and reservation details for campsites, cottages and lodge rooms offered at Georgia’s state parks.

“Go Play After Labor Day, Georgia” is the latest in a series of outdoor adventure tips from DNR Commissioner Clark that highlight affordable getaways, outdoor activities close to home, and creative ways to support conservation in Georgia. The series is part of DNR’s “Get Outdoors, Georgia” initiative, which encourages citizens to lead healthy, active lifestyles in the great outdoors and includes hiking, biking and paddling clubs, as well as outdoor events. 

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Last Minute Labor Day Weekend Deals From BookIt.com®

(BUSINESS WIRE)--BookIt.com®, a leading online travel provider, is offering travelers the Top 10 Labor Day destinations for last minute getaways. Travelers can save up to 60-percent on luxurious, late summer vacation packages.

“Even though current occupancy rates are higher than average nearing Labor Day, travelers are savvier and continue to search for the best deals”

Travelers can book through September 5th on most deals to catch the last-minute savings – but the earlier the better. Prices and availability will fluctuate as Labor Day weekend draws near. The Last Minute Labor Day Sale features the lowest rates of the season at destinations including Jamaica, Cancun, Dominican Republic, The Bahamas, Aruba, Orlando, Miami, New Orleans and Myrtle Beach. Guests may also save on free bonuses such as golf, room upgrades, breakfast, instant rebates, resort credits, extra nights and kids stay/eat free.

“Even though current occupancy rates are higher than average nearing Labor Day, travelers are savvier and continue to search for the best deals,” said Bud Finlaw, CEO and president of BookIt.com. “BookIt.com’s Last Minute Labor Day Sale offers travelers the opportunity to enjoy a luxurious retreat on a budget.”

BookIt.com’s Last Minute Labor Day Sale includes but is not limited to the following featured packaged deals:

* Secrets St James Montego Bay, $164 per person/per night: Plus $15 Instant Rebate - Reg. $388 pp/pn - Now $164 ($149 with Rebate) and $200 in Spa/Resort Credits.
* Ocean Coral and Turquesa by H10 All Inclusive Resort, Puerto Morelos Riviera Maya, $66 per person/per night: Reg. $198 pp/pn – Plus Kids Stay Free.
* Majestic Elegance Punta Cana All-Inclusive, $87 per person/per night: Reg. $189 pp/pn. Spa and Casino Onsite and Free Golf with a Five Night Stay.
* Royal Plaza Hotel in The Walt Disney World Resort - $59 per night: Reg. $139 pn. Kids Eat Free Program and Coupon Book valued at $275 and Free Upgrade.
* Sole On The Ocean Resort in South Beach Miami - $109 per night with nightly instant rebate - Free $50 American Express® Card - Infinity Pool Plus Poolside Bar and Grille.

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12th Annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival Labor Day Weekend‏ at Callaway Gardens®

Are you lamenting the end of another summer? Worry not…at Callaway Gardens®, things are looking up …way up …with the return of the Callaway Gardens® Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival for its twelfth year.

Set for September 3-5, 2010, this annual Balloon Festival has something for everyone, from the soaring, majestic, colorful balloons to Callaway Gardens’ unique mix of natural beauty, to its endless helpings of multi-generational activities and events. When it comes to family fun at Callaway Gardens, the sky is the limit!

Festivities kick off Friday night when guests flock to Robin Lake Beach for the Balloon Glow. Upbeat live music sets the mood as balloons inflate. While the sun sets, the balloons’ individual colors glow against the gorgeous evening sky. Guests shout “ready, set…glow” while the tunes of a classic brass band play in the background.

On both Saturday and Sunday mornings, it is up, up and away as the balloons head for the open skies (weather permitting) at sunrise and sunset. On the ground, the action continues as Robin Lake Beach plays host to a family festival featuring activities and events for all ages. Choose from tethered balloon rides (weather permitting, fee), a rock climbing wall (fee), bungee jump (fee), sandcastle building, swimming, miniature golf, kite building, t-shirt tie-dyeing (fee) and more.

Don’t miss the very popular Classic Car Show on Saturday. In 2010, more than 100 cars are expected to roll through the gates and add even more color to the already spectacular event.

NEW this year, Robin Lake will host the 26th Nautique Kneeboard Nationals and the 5th International Kneeboard Riders Cup throughout the weekend. Also new this year will the opportunity to walk inside a balloon envelope. Saturday’ admission includes a Saturday night concert by country music artist Kevin Sport, on Robin Lake Beach from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to be followed by a Movie on the Beach at dusk. After three weeks of voting, the public has chosen the recently released movie Marmaduke via a Facebook/callawaygardens poll.

Meanwhile, the athletically-inclined can enjoy their own adventures thanks to the Callaway Gardens Fitness Series, including a 5K run and the Triathlon on Sunday morning. This year represents the 30th anniversary of the Triathlon at Callaway Gardens. It is the oldest triathlon in the South and one of the longest continuous running triathlons in the continental United States. To register, visit www.active.com.

Want to be a part of the high flying balloon action? Sign up to be on a Balloon Chase Crew. Crew members are assigned to assist pilots throughout the weekend with setting up balloons, chasing them when they are in the air and then bringing them back to Callaway after landing. For more information, contact Greg Brannen at 706-663-5043 or gbrannen@callawaygardens.com.

Festival admission is $25 per adult (ages 13-64); $20 per senior (65+); $12.50 per child (ages 6-12); and free for children five and younger (admission prices include tax). This price includes access to Callaway Gardens’ and its many attractions and activities. As an incentive to witness the morning launches, admission at the U.S. Hwy. 27 Beach gate will be half-price from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Stay around and enjoy the entire weekend with friends and family on the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Weekend Package. Starting at $159**, this offer includes accommodations in the Mountain Creek Inn; admission to the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival; four tickets to make tie-dye T-shirts at the Festival on Saturday or Sunday; breakfast in the Plant Room, Country Kitchen or Piedmont Dining Room; admission to Callaway Gardens and its many attractions; use of the Mountain Creek Inn Fitness Center.

Don’t delay. Call now for reservations at 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292) or make reservations online at www.callawaygardens.com.

Callaway Gardens®, is in Pine Mountain, Ga., 60 minutes southwest of Atlanta and 30 minutes north of Columbus.


*Ballooning is dependent on safe weather conditions including wind velocity and direction.


**Rate is per night, based on double occupancy and availability in the Mountain Creek Inn. Some restrictions apply. Rates also are available for the Southern Pine Cottages, Mountain Creek Villas and Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens.

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Celebrate more moments this Labor Day and the fall season at Sandestin

/PRNewswire/ -- As people look to celebrate the Labor Day holiday this weekend, Sandestin(R) Golf and Beach Resort today announces great rates, events and even a special $100 resort bonus.

For travelers looking for significant value and variety for their dollar, a beautiful beach to bay setting and a fun filled getaway, Sandestin is the destination of choice.

As part of Sandestin's new More Moments(TM) program, the resort is offering a $100 resort credit with a three night or more stay and a $50 resort credit with two night stay, both of which can be used at participating locations.

Among the many reasons why Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort so popular, is its sugar white sand beaches and the long list of complimentary amenities including bike rental, tennis, kayak or canoe rental, fitness center access and resort tram transportation.

For added enjoyment during the Labor Day weekend, Sandestin's Village of Baytowne Wharf is sponsoring Art Expo from 5 to 10 p.m. from Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6. The Art Expo will feature paintings, sculptures, metal works, jewelry and even purses from leading artists and galleries in the Southeast, many of which will be available for purchase. Live entertainment will be provided by Kyle LeMonica, Randall Sherwood and Coconut String Band.

Reduced rates for accommodations start at only $139 week nights, $169 weekends. For more information on this More Moments package as a great Destin getaway or Labor Day weekend, call 866.976.6521 or visit online at www.sandestin.com. Ask for code MoreFL.

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Americans Eager for Autumn Travel and Fall-ing Airfares

/PRNewswire/ -- TripAdvisor , the world's most popular and largest travel community, today announced its fall and Labor Day travel survey of more than 2,400 U.S. travelers. Eighty-four percent of travelers plan to take leisure trips this fall, up from 82 percent one year ago, and 43 percent said they will be traveling more this autumn than last.

(South) Carolina on My Mind

Below are the top 10 regions that the millions of travelers on TripAdvisor.com have been browsing in the past month, suggesting these may be some spectacular spots to see this fall.

Top 10 Most Browsed Regions on TripAdvisor in the Past Month

1. Coastal South Carolina
2. Jersey Shore
3. Florida Keys
4. Cape Cod
5. Southwest Gulf Coast
6. Florida Panhandle
7. Texas Gulf Coast
8. North Carolina Coast
9. Monterey Peninsula
10. Napa Valley

Sun-Shiny Airfares

Florida also looks to be a fall hotspot as five of the top 10 most-searched U.S. cities with airfares currently under $199 were in Florida.

Top 10 Most Searched Cities in August Currently with Airfares Under $199*

1. Orlando
2. Las Vegas
3. Fort Lauderdale
4. Tampa
5. Miami
6. Atlanta
7. New York
8. Denver
9. Fort Myers
10. Boston

Deal Me In

Sixty-nine percent of survey respondents said they are likely to take a spontaneous trip this fall if they found a great deal on a flight. Thirty-one percent said they'll probably book a trip this fall due to some of the great flights deals currently available, and 11 percent said they will definitely book a trip as a result of the recent favorable pricing. Thirty-three percent are putting off making fall travel plans until they find the right deal.

Laboring On

Thirty percent of respondents said they are traveling this coming Labor Day weekend, nearly equal to 31 percent one year ago. Seventy percent of travelers expect to drive to their destinations this Labor Day and 49 percent plan to travel more than 300 miles for the holiday.

Travelers Taking Two

The greatest percentage of travelers (42 percent) said they are planning two leisure trips this fall, and 32 percent said they are planning one leisure trip for the coming season.

Dollars and Sense

Thirty-eight percent of travelers said they'll spend more on their leisure travel this fall than last, while 44 percent said they expect to spend the same amount as a year ago.

Saving Grace

The number one way travelers plan to save money on their leisure travel this fall is by spending more time researching travel deals in advance, according to 45 percent. Thirty percent plan to save by eating at less expensive restaurants, 29 percent will save by staying with family, and 26 percent will visit free attractions.

Show Me the Maple

When asked what fall activities they will do this year, the most popular choice (44 percent) was viewing fall foliage. Here are the top five fall activities, according to the survey:

Top Five Fall Activities

1. View colorful fall foliage- 44%
2. Visit a state/county fair or fall festival- 28%
3. Go wine tasting/visit a vineyard- 26%
4. Go to a football game- 23%
5. Visit a beer festival/Oktoberfest- 14%


Other Fall Travel Tidbits
-- Twelve percent of travelers think the new airline passenger Bill of
Rights will make them more likely to fly this fall.
-- Fourteen percent think the H1N1 virus could affect their fall travel
plans.
-- Twenty-two percent think hurricane season could affect their fall
travel plans.

"Travelers are clearly excited about some great deals on flights this fall and sound ready to jump when the price is right," said Christine Petersen, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. "Based on what travelers are researching on TripAdvisor recently, it appears the Carolinas and Florida may be travel hot spots this fall."

*Reflects fares since August 1, 2009. Fares to these destinations from multiple origins in the U.S.

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Bonjour! Hola! Guten Tag! International Cities Make Strong Comeback On Priceline List Of Top 50 Labor Day Destinations

T2F Note: We just love Atlanta made the top 50 list. We just happen to agree-- Atlanta is a great city in which to have fun whether it is the museums, theatre, or sporting activities you crave!

Who could forget our favorite Georgia city by the sea? Savannah is always a treat for the historical eye. The Fayette Front Page Day Tripper Award this week goes to both Atlanta and Savannah for Labor Day fun.

(BUSINESS WIRE)--A year ago, no international cities, save for a handful in Canada, appeared on priceline.com’s (Nasdaq: PCLN) annual list of the 50 most popular destinations for the Labor Day holiday. What a difference a year makes. In 2009, no fewer than 11 international destinations, including London, Rome, Berlin, Barcelona and Paris, made priceline.com’s 7th annual Labor Day list.

The list is based on more than 30,000 hotel room booking requests made on priceline.com’s Name Your Own Price® hotel service for the holiday. Because the survey is based on actual booking requests, and not on consumer preference polls or votes, priceline.com believes its annual survey is one of the more accurate predictors of Labor Day travel trends.

Priceline.com also said it still has plenty of last-minute airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, vacation packages, tours and attractions, and cruises available for Labor Day getaways. A sampling of deals is included below. All quoted deals were being offered today on priceline.com’s PriceBreakers last-minute deals service. Hotel-only deals are offered on a Name Your Own Price® basis. Availability is subject to change at any time.

* U.S. and Hawaii flights from $88. http://pcln.com/h0y5
* Labor Day one-night hotel specials – New York, Seattle & San Francisco from $79 a night. http://pcln.com/h8fv
* 3.5 star Boston hotels from $109 a night. http://pcln.com/h8f1
* 3 star Las Vegas hotels from $79 a night. http://pcln.com/h8fl
* 3-night flight-plus-hotel Las Vegas vacation packages from $132 a night. http://pcln.com/h8g5
* 3-night New York City vacation package. Flight plus accommodations at the Waldorf Astoria from $327 a night. http://pcln.com/h8gp
* 3-night flight-plus-hotel vacation packages to San Diego from $302 a night. http://pcln.com/h8gz
* Up to 20% off on weekend rentals with Hertz. http://pcln.com/h8h9

Visit www.priceline.com/pricebreakers for a full list of Labor Day specials.

“International destinations are quite appealing this year,” said priceline.com’s in-house travel expert and blogger Brian Ek. “Airfares are very reasonable and the dollar vs. euro exchange rate, which was as high as $1.60 last summer, is now down to a more manageable $1.43. In the U.S., major cities that may have lost convention and business travelers are offering spectacular hotel deals to lure leisure travelers for the fall.”

For the second year in a row, New York City’s Times Square/Theater District and Chelsea Area took the top two spots on the list. However, the Big Apple’s Labor Day popularity appears to have slipped a bit. After taking 11 spots last year, New York City area neighborhoods were selected eight times in 2009.

Big cities and their downtown areas, brimming with restaurants, theaters and back-to-school bargains, are popular destinations for this Labor Day. Beach attendance, which was lighter than normal last year due to late summer storms, was up again this year, led by Hawaii, San Diego, Key West, Virginia Beach and Atlantic City/Cape May.

Priceline’s Top 50 Destinations for Labor Day 2009

Rank Neighborhood

#1 New York City, Times Square/Theater District
#2 New York City, Chelsea Area
#3 Las Vegas, Strip Vicinity South
#4 Seattle, Downtown/Pike Place
#5 New York City, Empire State Building Area
#6 San Francisco, Union Square West/Nob Hill
#7 New York City, Midtown East
#8 Chicago, Millennium Park/Loop/Grant Park Area
#9 Las Vegas, Strip Vicinity North
#10 Boston, Copley Square/Theater District
#11 Vancouver, Downtown
#12 Chicago, North Michigan Ave./River North Area
#13 New York City, Madison Square Garden/Convention Area
#14 Oahu, Waikiki Beach Area
#15 New York City, Central Park South
#16 Montreal
#17 Paris, Eiffel Tower/Port De Versailles/Montparnasse
#18 St. Catharines, Niagara Falls
#19 Toronto, Downtown
#20 Memphis, Downtown
#21 San Diego, Downtown & Harbor Island
#22 Boston, Harbor Front/Aquarium
#23 New York City, Midtown West
#24 Austin, Downtown
#25 Buffalo, Niagara Falls
#26 London, Mayfair/Soho
#27 Rome, Central Area
#28 San Francisco, Union Square East
#29 Washington, DC, White House/Downtown
#30 San Diego, Coastal Area
#31 Orange County, Disneyland Area
#32 Key West
#33 St. Louis, Downtown
#34 Savannah, Historic District
#35 Virginia Beach
#36 London, Bloomsbury, Marble Arch
#37 Atlantic City/Cape May
#38 Monterey, Monterey/Pacific Grove
#39 Toronto, Markham
#40 Newark/Meadowlands/Jersey City
#41 San Diego, Point Loma/Shelter Island/Old Town
#42 New Orleans, French Quarter
#43 Barcelona, La Rambla/La Barceloneta
#44 Maui, Wailea/Makena
#45 Napa/Sonoma
#46 Berlin, East District
#47 Oahu, Waikiki Marina Area
#48 Los Angeles, Beverly Hills/West Hollywood
#49 San Antonio, Downtown/Riverwalk
#50 Atlanta, Midtown Area

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Turn Your August, Labor Day Weekend Road Trips Into Prize-Winning Drive Smarter Challenge Video

/PRNewswire/ -- It's the "dog days of August," one of the heaviest time frames for road trips - what with travel to universities across the country combined with the "last hurrah" of summer vacations leading into the Labor Day holiday weekend.

As you capture those road trips for posterity on your camcorder, consider turning them into a fun, two-minute video that can garner extensive exposure on the web and win a $5000 grand prize, VIP NASCAR and Indy race packages, new tires, gift cards, car care guides, and more in the Drive Smarter Challenge video contest (http://drivesmarterchallenge.org/contest).

The online video contest is a new feature of the award-winning Drive $marter Challenge fuel-efficiency campaign sponsored by the Alliance to Save Energy and 16 other diverse nonprofit, governmental, trade association, and for-profit partners. The contest runs through September 20.

To enter, submit a two-minute (or less) video that illustrates one or more of the Drive Smarter Challenge gas- and money-saving driving and vehicle maintenance tips (http://drivesmarterchallenge.org/money-saving-tips/Default.aspx) such as the timely road trip tips below:

Planning your road trip:
-- Get a customized map with low gas prices along the route. Getting lost
while driving in unfamiliar areas could lead to an expensive waste of
gas. Print a customized vacation map that highlights low-cost gas
stations along your route using campaign website resources
(http://drivesmarterchallenge.org/money-saving-tips/fuel-efficient-res
ources.aspx). Or, navigate with a GPS system.
-- Choose the right vehicle. If your family has more than one vehicle,
drive the car that gets better gas mileage if possible.
-- Rise and shine! When possible, drive during off-peak hours to reduce
gas costs and stress by avoiding stop-and-go or bumper-to-bumper
traffic conditions.
-- Investigate other travel options. Consider trains, buses, or public
transportation to your destination when possible.
-- Explore new ways to get around at your destination. Find information
on biking, public transportation routes, car sharing, walking, and
renting hybrid or fuel-efficient vehicles on the Drive $marter
Challenge website resources page.

Before you leave: maintenance tips
-- Inflate your tires. Keeping your tires properly inflated improves gas
mileage by around 3%.
-- Select the right oil. Using the manufacturer's recommended grade of
motor oil improves gas mileage by 1 to 2%. Motor oil that says "Energy
Conserving" on the API performance symbol contains friction-reducing
additives. Change your oil as recommended to extend the life of your
vehicle.
-- Tune up. Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an
emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4%.

On the road: driving tips
-- Decrease your speed. Gas mileage usually decreases rapidly above 60
mph. Each five miles per hour over 60 mph is like paying an additional
20 cents or more per gallon for gas.
-- Drive sensibly. Speeding, rapid acceleration (jackrabbit starts), and
rapid braking can lower gas mileage by 33% at highway speeds.
-- Use cruise control and overdrive gear. Cruise control cuts fuel
consumption by maintaining a steady speed during highway driving.
Overdrive gear, when appropriate, reduces engine speed, saves gas, and
reduces engine wear.
-- It's a "drag." Avoid carrying items on your vehicle's roof. A loaded
roof rack or carrier increases weight and aerodynamic drag, which can
cut mileage by 5%. Place items inside the trunk when possible to
improve fuel economy.
-- Turn down the AC. Operating the air conditioner on "Max" can reduce
mpg by 5-25% compared to not using it.
-- Avoid idling, which gets 0 mpg. Cars with larger engines typically
waste even more gas while idling than cars with smaller engines.
-- Fill up before returning rental. Rental car companies charge higher
gas prices if you don't fill up the tank before returning the vehicle.

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