“Why aren't we flying? Because getting there is half the fun. You know...” – Clark Griswold, National Lampoon's Vacation ... Movie Quotes Database

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A scene from National Lampoon's Vacation 1983

Clark Griswold Chevy Chase

Why aren't we flying? Because getting there is half the fun. You know that.

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