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Recession Grounds Lauer's World Tour

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(Newser) – NBC is taking globetrotting out of Today host Matt Lauer’s job description, the AP reports, shelving his “where in the world” segment for fear of looking too extravagant during the recession. Rather, the network said today, the morning show will profile affordable US vacation destinations during a week in May.

Matt Lauer and
Matt Lauer and "Today" co-host Meredith Vieira will spend a week in May exploring affordable domestic vacation destinations.   (AP Photo)
Matt Lauer won't making any
Matt Lauer won't making any "where in the world" trips for the Today show, part of NBC's effort to look more frugal amid the recession.   (AP Photo)
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lrm
Mar 13, 09 3:13 PM CDT
I always thought the "where in the world" segment was more educational and not just a travel piece. Have you seen some of the places he goes? Not so luxurious sometimes. Reply
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justathought
Mar 15, 09 1:53 AM CDT
In the past it was the far-flung places of the world and the stories told about them by newspeople or "celebs" that made the tough times forgotten, if even for an hour or so. If produced properly it would be a plus, not a minus. Give Matt and us back his wings! Reply
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