Will very many of you travel other than to see family this holiday?

Is it becoming a trend to take a vacation this time of year and not be with family?

no

not at all. I plan on spending holiday time with my kids, my parents and my grandparents as well with friends and other family, like I do every year, and then some. I value family very highly and know that we all are not here on this earth forever, so I take the time and spend quality time with family at holiday seasons. But to me it's not just the holidays, I spend any time I possibly can while they are still here, healthy and happy. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Cairo for New Year's sans family......