Travel Less - Go Green - But Pay Higher Taxes

One of the first things we'll likely see in the Obama regime will be higher gasoline taxes. The figure tossed around seems to be a minimum 10 cent/gallon increase to make up for the loss of money coming in because Americans are driving less.

On the other hand we're encouraged to drive less and thus "go green" by using less fuel. Now it's proposed we'll be punished with more costly gasoline due to an increased tax.

Will this cause people to drive even less? And then a cycle of more taxes by a regime that promised better living?

"Staycation" - The Latest in "Green" Travel

"Going Green" now appears to result in vacations called "staycations," those that keep you close to home. Apparently, one advantage is using less fuel if you aren't driving or flying long distances.

• Does this mean you stay in your own home and take day trips.
• Do you drive within your state or an adjacent one and stay at a motel/hotel there?
• Do you go camping close to home...at a campground, if not in your backyard?
• Do you take a hiking, backpacking jaunt to save on gas?
• Do you take picnic lunches rather than eating out?

Have you taken a "staycation?" I'd enjoy hearing about it.

Happy New Year's from Green Vagabond Traveler

May 2009 be a wonderful year for you.

It's cold (3 degrees F.) and windy here where I live.

But we're looking forward to a grand 2009.

What are your "green" goals for the coming year?