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CHILMARK, Mass. — The first family settled in Sunday for their vacation on Martha’s Vineyard.
During the flight from Washington to Cape Cod, White House spokesman Bill Burton conveyed a message from President Barack to the reporters traveling with him.
“He wants you to relax and have a good time. Take some walks on the beaches. Nobody’s looking to make any news,” Burton said.
There will likely be trips for ice cream and saltwater taffy, possibly a bike ride and plenty of quiet time at a secluded 28-acre private estate that rents for $35,000 a week. The Obamas are paying for their share of the vacation home; taxpayers are picking up the tab for security and White House staff, which is customary for all presidents.
