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Affordable Summer Travel—Timing is Everything

No doubt about it, when it comes to finding travel deals timing is key. Especially if you are looking for bargains to tropical destinations such as the Caribbean. The good news is we are entering the slow period for places like Bermuda and Aruba, which hike their prices during the busy winter and spring months. If you have always dreamed of relaxing on the sunny shores of Grand Cayman or sipping tropical libations while floating in Bermuda’s cobalt blue waters now is the time to do so without going bankrupt in the process. Check out these discounted island vacations that … Continue reading →

Saving on Summer Travel—It is Possible Part 2

Are considering putting the brakes on your family’s summer vacation because you simply can’t afford it? You aren’t alone. Millions of families are reevaluating their annual summer getaways thanks to the exorbitant cost of fuel and the sky-high price of air travel. But the news is not all bad. There is a silver lining in the gray cloud of summer travel. Some hotels across the country are offering amazing savings to help lure cash strapped families to their lodgings. You might have to pay more to get there, but at least you will be saving once you arrive. Take a … Continue reading →

Saving on Summer Travel—-It is Possible

As long as you don’t fly American Airlines. All kidding aside news on the travel front has been anything but encouraging this week. From record high gas prices (the cost for a gallon of unleaded fuel has topped the $4 mark in dozens of major cities across the country) to insane added fees tacked on by airlines that claim to be suffering in a slumping economy, you practically need to win the lottery to afford to take a family vacation these days. Luckily there are some sectors of the travel industry that are helping families salvage their summer vacations. Several … Continue reading →

Cash Strapped? Check Out These California Travel Packages

Whether you enjoy spending time with your family camping on the top of a mountain or you prefer kicking back on a powder soft beach watching the sun dip below the horizon the state of California has got you covered. However, in these tough economic times many families are putting the brakes on their summer getaways. The trend is not going unnoticed by California businesses that count on tourists to stay afloat. Hence the following travel packages designed especially for travelers who are watching their wallets, but still want to treat the kids to some summer fun: MAMMOTH LAKES Mammoth … Continue reading →

More Memorial Day Travel Deals

With the unofficial start to summer just a few short weeks away now is the time to start planning your family getaway. Flights to sunny destinations are being heavily discounted by several major airlines. This is rare event given the recent hike of fares due to rising fuel costs. Don’t procrastinate these deals to popular U.S. cities and gorgeous Mexican beaches will not last long. Under $300 It’s hard to believe but you can actually fly to Ireland this summer for less than $300. Okay, the price only covers one-way travel, but still, Aer Lingus’ newest promotion is hard to … Continue reading →

Memorial Day Travel Deals

Memorial Day weekend—-the unofficial kick off to the summer season—-is just a few weeks away. Do you know where you will be spending the holiday? If you are strapped for cash you might be considering a trip to your backyard, but you don’t have to. Some airlines are lowering their sky-high fares to encourage families who have put the brakes on summer vacation plans to take off with them. Take a look: $29-$37 One-Way Southwest Airlines and United Airlines both unveiled rock-bottom one-way fares this week. Southwest is offering one-way intrastate jaunts (e.g. Tampa to Jacksonville) from $29. Likewise, United … Continue reading →

Tax Refund Travel Packages

I don’t know about you but my tax refund has been put to use paying for water, heat, and electricity for my home and fuel for my car. I know… glamorous it’s not and so much for taking advantage of the all those fabulous travel deals tour operators are offering right now. You know the ones that guarantee once-in-a-lifetime memories to far off lands… that cost half your tax refund. In all honesty some of those travel packages are real bargains and quite enticing regardless of how much you got back from Uncle Sam. If you still have a few … Continue reading →

Family Friendly Summer Destinations

Yee-Haw! If your family loves rodeo competitions, chuckwagon races, barrel races and other old-fashioned entertainment you might consider rounding up the troops and moseying into Calgary, Canada this summer. That’s were you’ll find the legendary Calgary Stampede, which is scheduled to take place from July 4-13 this year. The event attracts more than a million visitors to the area, not to mention some A-list entertainers. This year the event will host musical performances by James Taylor, Sugarland, The Judds and Kid Rock. In addition to the rocking nights planned for the stampede, the daylight hours will be filled with family … Continue reading →

Hotels Get Creative to Lure Guests

Where do they come up with this stuff? It seems every time I log on to my computer another hotel chain is emailing me about a “new and exciting” travel package they have cleverly tied into some sort of event (a movie premiere, the Pope’s visit, the mailing of tax refund checks) or special occasion (Mother’s Day, Arbor Day, National Train Day). So I guess I shouldn’t be surprised to hear that a hotel in New York City has cooked up a creative way to offset the slew of “Sex and the City” movie premiere hotel packages that are currently … Continue reading →

Bermuda on a Budget

If your idea of the ultimate summer getaway includes kicking back on the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, but you’re concerned that you don’t have enough green to afford the trip you are in luck. The British-owned archipelago is renowned for its sky-high prices, but right now several tour operators are offering unbelievable deals to travelers looking to experience the Old World charms, historic towns, and plentiful golf courses that abound in Bermuda. Take a look: Less than $1,200 CheapCaribbean.com is currently offering an incredible deluxe Bermuda travel package starting at $1,109 for a four-night getaway at a four-star resort. … Continue reading →