See Gas Prices in Your Area

Paying too much at the pump? As is so often the case around this time of year, gas prices are starting to rise as we get ready to take vacations or extra trips out of town on the weekend. While gas prices aren't nearly hitting the levels that we saw a year or two ago, they are beginning to move upward as the heat kicks in.

Well, if you've ever wondered how bad you've got it at the pump, GasBuddy has released a national gas temperature map which charts gas prices by area, all around the country. It's actually pretty interesting to scan it and see where gas is the cheapest in your state, as well as where it's the most expensive. Unless you live in California, where the entire map is a deep red that stands for "high prices".

To see the map and find out more about gas pump prices, check out GasBuddy. How do your prices compare?

Tip 2: Vacationing with a Low Carbon Footprint

Is it possible to take a eco-friendly vacation? Sure thing! Planning a vacation that will keep your carbon footprint low may take a little time but it is well worth it.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when planning a green vacation.

• Tray a Staycation - Instead of venturing off to a new location, stay in your city and discover all it has to offer. You might be surprised at the hidden treasures and adventures you'll find right at home.
• Green Hotels - The Internet makes it simple to find hotels that have environmentally friendly practices such as recycling and renewable energy.
• Purchase Carbon Offsets - You can offset your carbon foot print by purchasing carbon offsets or green tags from your electric company. This will so help you to have an earth-conscience vacation.
• Ecotourism - Green vacations are totally in! It shouldn't be hard to find a travel company that specializes in eco-friendly traveling. In fact, check out this article at Howstuffworks.com to get you started.