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Deals for Frugal Summer Travelers

Many frugal travelers avoid leaving their hometowns during the summer season because they know that vacationing in June, July and August is not cheap. In fact, many top vacation destinations jack up their prices to make the most of summer crowds. However, every once in a while you will be able to find scorching hot summer travel deals like these: CANADA From now until the end of October, the Best Western Primrose Hotel Downtown Toronto is offering a super tour deal. For just $533 per person you will receive three nights accommodations at the 335-room hotel located near beautiful Allan … Continue reading →

More End of the Summer Travel Destinations

Where have you gone this summer? Did you finally take that family trip to Hawaii or were you able to scrape up enough cash to jet off to Europe? With the economy in a slump many families have opted to stay closer to home this summer and it has paid off. You needn’t take a long flight or drive 300 miles to have the vacation of a lifetime; rather if you live near popular tourist attractions you can simply make the most of what’s in your own backyard. Miami, Florida The ritzy neighborhoods on the north end of Miami Beach … Continue reading →

Summer Travel Deals in Paradise

Lodgings across the 50th State are offering spectacular summer savings to try to compensate for the sky-high cost of airfare to Hawaii. The following properties located on two of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands are currently offering special package deals to entice you to make the trip to the “Land of Aloha.” Take a look: MAUI The Old Wailuku Inn at Ulupono, Maui is offering a special $150 rate through fall on all of its “green” rooms. The environmentally friendly lodging features water heated 100 percent by solar power; on-demand gas in the main Inn and rooms fitted with CFL (compact … Continue reading →

Hot Hawaiian Travel Deals: Luaus and Love

It’s been a while, but it appears the traditional Hawaiian luau is headed back to Waikiki Beach. The Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa located near downtown Honolulu on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu recently announced that it is resurrecting the traditional local feast on the shores of the world’s most famous beach. The “Waikiki Lu’au on the Lagoon” is being offered twice weekly, on Sundays and Wednesdays. It includes a lei greeting, traditional luau meal and a Polynesian entertainment extravaganza. Beginning just before sunset guests will be greeted with live Hawaiian music and a flower lei on the … Continue reading →

Hawaii—-A Whale of a Travel Deal

Regular readers of this blog know I am constantly on the look out for travel deals to Hawaii, especially now. That’s why this following bargain is so noteworthy. As the busy summer travel season winds down and the slower fall months creep up on us I can only hope that deals like these will become more prevalent. (One can hope.) If you have been holding out for a reasonable package deal to one of the Hawaiian Island’s most incredible spots this is the deal for you. For just $1,039 per person you will receive roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles (add … Continue reading →

Hawaii Travel: Good News/Bad News

Let’s start with the bad news… In what will likely come as no surprise to avid travelers, Hawaii’s go! airlines will soon be charging a $10 fee to passengers wanting to check a bag on interisland flights. According to a statement released by Phoenix-based Mesa Air Group Inc., go!’s parent company, it is joining several other carriers by charging for checked bags. The reason: (the standard) “need to find other sources of revenue to deal with a spike in fuel prices.” Is there any other reason these days? The new fee will go into effect August 10th. However, passengers who … Continue reading →

Cool Cruise Deals to Paradise

Regular readers of this blog know that I track travel deals to Hawaii very carefully. And with the recent demise of Aloha Airlines and the skyrocketing price of fuel, bargains to paradise are relatively non-existent. So when I was notified of this next cruise deal to the Pearls of the Pacific my jaw dropped. Some of the Aloha State sailings reflect savings of nearly 50%. Take a look: NORWEGIAN This early-bird special offered by Orbitz is a real steal. It takes place aboard Norwegian’s Pride of America and sets sail in December 2009. The seven-night voyage departs round trip from … Continue reading →

“Sex and the City” Hawaiian Style

And you thought New York City was the only hot spot for “Sex and the City” travel deals. Think again… the Aloha State is also getting in on the big screen action as well. Numerous lodgings in Hawaii are offering “Sex and the City” travel packages, including the Waikiki Parc Hotel. The popular hotel is celebrating girlfriend getaways with the launch of its 2008 “My Place – Waikiki Escape Package,” which offers an array of stylish pampering, shopping, dining, spa and leisure activities. Guests who book the travel package will receive a “Cheers” welcome basket featuring a bottle of the … Continue reading →

Travel Deals for “American Idol” Fans

Embassy Suites wants to give one special guest two tickets to the live broadcast of “American Idol’s” season finale in Los Angeles… for FREE. Okay, there’s a catch. There’s always a catch, right? Here’s the deal: You have to stay at a participating Embassy Suites location and book the “Coca-Cola American Idol” package, which includes entry into a drawing to win tickets for two to two evenings of the live broadcast of “American Idol’s” season finale in Beverly Hills, California. The grand prize winner will also get accommodations for two at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, dinner at Circa 55 and … Continue reading →

Maui Wowie Travel Deals

I grew up in Hawaii, but even I still have yet to visit all of the Valley Isle’s world-class attractions. Maui may not be the largest island in the state, but it certainly has a lot to offer. If you have always dreamed of taking a tropical vacation in paradise, but didn’t have the means to fund a trip, now might be your lucky break. The Kapalua Villas just unveiled six new travel packages for those planning to visit Maui between April 1 and December 19th. Each specially-themed package offers savings of at least 40% off rack rates. Take a … Continue reading →