This is a holiday weekend where people have marked off some time and set aside money for vacation. A few more bucks at the pump aren't going to dissuade them.

Before booking a trip at any time of the year, ... ask if there is a public holiday weekend or school vacation during the time you wish to go. Avoid it if possible, or make firm plans well in advance.

We recommend you take out as much as you are going to need for a long holiday weekend.

They don't have blackout dates, but we tell customers one shouldn't expect to use them on a holiday weekend or other peak-demand days. But sometimes, they just don't hear there are restrictions.

American consumers are encouraged to spend. At the same time, they are being told to save money. This holiday season, a growing number are shopping for piggy banks and leaving their credit cards at home.

Everybody is counting on this February vacation week. It's like every day is a weekend this week.