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By Katherine Lynch  

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Who has time or the inclination to iron ANYTHING when you are on vacation. That’s why I picked this little gadget. If I can freshen up a sun dress or a skirt in mere seconds… that suits me perfectly! And, it’s small enough not to take up any room in your suitcase!

* Engineered for travel convenience
* Compact steamer quickly removes stubborn, packed-in wrinkles without harming fabrics
* Lightweight, compact design with fold-away handle, detachable brush and power-on light
* Large-capacity reservoir (with water line window) fills easily under tap
* Anti-spill baffles mechanism helps prevent hot water leakage

Here’s to a iron free holiday

Samsonite Dual Voltage Garment Steamer

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As far as I’m concerned, you simply can’t spend too much time on the beach. And have you see just how many incredible beaches there are to choose from in the south??

Available at Macy*s

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Now is this you or what?? Actually, I can think of a few people that have taken sarcasm to a whole new level!

For some reason, I seem to notice t-shirts when I’m on vacation. I don’t know if I’m simply not thinking about work and I’m more relaxed?? but I have seen some great ones in the south. People down here have a great sense of humor!!

looks both casual and dressy.

works for women too.

a pair of men (on the left and women on the right)

and something fun for the kids Hot Wheels Black TB Skate

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“G.S. 105-164.13C provides an exemption for certain items of tangible personal property sold between 12:01 A.M. on the first Friday in August and 11:59 P.M. the following Sunday. For 2007, the dates are Friday, August 3rd through Sunday, August 5th. Clothing, footwear, and school supplies of $100 or less per item; sports and recreation equipment of $50 or less per item, computers of $3,500 or less per item; and computer supplies of $250 or less per item will be exempt.

Clothing accessories, jewelry, cosmetics, protective equipment, wallets, furniture, items used in a trade or business, and rentals are not covered by the exemption and will be subject to the applicable tax.”

Here’s the full list

This applies to North Carolina but I would check your state to see what kind of savings you can expect. I know that Florida is offering the same sort of tax holiday, so chances are that lots of other southern states are doing the same.

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And they are by Steve Madden!! What do you think??

Available at Macy*s

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Brianna Bucket Bag

Have you ever noticed that when you go on vacation, the bag that was big enough at home, suddenly isn’t big enough to carry all the bits and pieces ( souvenirs) you tend to pick up while “on the road”. That’s why I chose this one for today. It’s big and roomy. And it comes in six different colors, and the price is pretty hot at $29.99.

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I picked up one of these while on vacation a few years ago and positively lived in it. You can pull on your bathing suit in the morning, wrap one of these around yourself, pull on a pair of flip flops and you are done! I only wish that I could do that all summer long… in the north. Just doesn’t happen unfortunately, but while on vacation… take advantage!!

In the south… it’s all about being comfortable!! And stylish too

And here’s another version… you can see just how versatile these can be!!

*Ladies Long Black Swimsuit Sarong Pareo Cover up OS

*SOLAR TROPICAL REEF PAREO

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Actually, it was my son’s girlfriend who changed my way of thinking. On a recent trip to Cuba, I don’t think she wore the same bathing suit twice!!

*Backless halter suit

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While on holiday, there should be lots of time to simply relax and that often means… not having to get dressed. Yes, I’m one of those people who loves to simply lounge and do nothing while on holiday and if I can simply lounge out by the pool with a good book, it works for me.

*Available Here and on sale for $64.99

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