The urban dictionary defines a staycation as, a vacation that is spent at one's home enjoying all that home and one's home environs have to offer.

With the economy down and gas prices up, what are some things to do close to home - especially if you have kids? iT'Z Family Food & Fun Center, home to the area's only indoor thrill rides, says: Come on in, the weather's fine at iT'Z, conveniently located on the east side of Colorado Springs.

With the temperatures heading in the same direction as gas prices, iT'Z has a solution for escaping the dog days of June, and beyond.

Enjoy two full hours of unlimited rides and video - just $12.95 per person, with buffet purchase. Talk about fun center nirvana!

A recent survey of visitors to iT'Z revealed that 22 percent of respondents stated they visit iT'Z to get the children out of the house. So, instead of becoming couch potatoes by staying in the house, kids can run around a bit and enjoy food, fun and games in a cool, clean and comfortable environment.

Mom or Dad can take a break and relax in one of the themed dining rooms, sip a cool beverage and, if they desire, take advantage of the free wifi to work on their laptop. During that break, they needn't worry about younger offspring. At IT'Z, parents can utilize the Darth System parental control technical device. Just a swipe of the game card blocks adult rated games from being played by kids younger than 18.

What you will find at iT'Z

Home to the area's only indoor thrill rides, iT'Z features:

- 130 exciting video and redemption games and more

- Free wifi for customers

- Themed dining rooms

- An expansive buffet

- Cool indoor comfort

iT'Z fun for kids of all ages. For information and directions go to http://www.itzusa.com/Colorado/