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Escape to the Tropics

While the rest of the world is decking the halls and making merry in the snow and cold, you could be lounging under cobalt blue skies with a tropical libation in hand toasting the sun and warm temperatures. Escape to paradise this winter without breaking the bank.  It’s possible if you time take advantage of the money-saving deals being offered at the following sunny locales: Jamaica:  From now through Christmas you can score hotel rooms for less than $170 per night at most resorts in Jamaica.  Hotwire.com and Expedia are featuring nearly a dozen discounted rates which allow you to … Continue reading →

More Sizzling Summer Travel Deals

Haven’t secured your summer travel plans yet? Your procrastinating may have just paid off this time. Several major airlines and some hot hotel properties are currently offering rock-bottom travel deals. Delta Airlines is offering a fare sale they are calling “historic.” Check out some of the prices for roundtrip travel and judge for yourself: Atlanta to New York City from $193 Atlanta to Charleston, South Carolina from $112 Atlanta to Cleveland from $153 Atlanta to Denver from $274 Atlanta to Houston from $193 Atlanta to Memphis from $112 Expedia is offering major summer savings at various hotels in “Sin City.” … Continue reading →

Summer Escape Travel Deals

Hotel chains across the country are gearing up for the busy summer season… and you may stand to benefit, especially if you are traveling with children. The following packages, deals, and promotions include some restrictions so it is important to check the fine print before booking your reservations. HILTON HOTELS Hilton Hotels and Discovery Kids are teaming up again this year (see my previous blog for program details) to offer the Discovery Kids Package at participating Hilton locations. The package is available to families with children ages 5 to 12 years old and include: · Up to four daily coupons … Continue reading →

Travel Deals For Foodies, Hot Rodders, and Divers

FOODIES Do you really need an excuse to vacation in Hawaii? If you insist on having a legitimate reason to fly to paradise to experience golden sunsets, pristine waters and world-class accommodations I may be able to help you out. Forget about grabbing your surfboards for an island adventure; rather grab your fork and your appetite and head over to the Hawaiian Island of Kauai for the annual Taste of Hawaii culinary festival. The popular festival features gourmet food booths hosted by dozens of the state’s top chefs in a setting of lush botanical gardens and lagoons. The best part—-the … Continue reading →

Travel Deals To The Tropics

When the weather begins to heat up here so do the travel deals to places that experience tropical weather year round. Here are a few that caught my eye. St. Lucia Special If you are dreaming of a tropical getaway complete with lush rainforests, natural hot springs, and white-sand beaches—think St. Lucia… and think cheap. Beach Destinations is currently offering a special for just $625. The price includes airfare from Miami (or your preferred departure city at an additional cost), a four-night stay at upscale Coco Palm Hotel, and daily breakfast. If you think $625 is steep consider that the … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day Travel Deals

What could be more romantic than spending Valentine’s Day in Paris with your sweet amore? Not that you need a reason to jet off to The City of Lights, but if visiting the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and all the outdoor cafes is not enough to sway your loved one to make the trip, perhaps this bit of news might do the trick: Paris City Hall just announced it will operate a new free bicycle service in the capital. By doing so Paris joins other European cities such as Amsterdam in making thousands of bikes available for free to commuters, … Continue reading →

Save on a Trip to Paradise

From mid-September through mid-November you can score some of the cheapest airfare to Hawaii. What’s more, once you arrive in paradise, you can scoop up spectacular fall rates on hotels and rental cars as well. The Aloha State has something for everyone, from breathtaking beaches and active volcanoes to stunning waterfalls and dozens of award-winning golf courses. Hawaii is also home to some of the world’s best outdoor adventures, including year-round paragliding, windsurfing and snorkeling. Unlike most of the continental United States, Hawaii does not experience major temperature fluctuations in the fall. That means you can enjoy incredible weather and … Continue reading →

Cheap (But Stylish) Caribbean Cruises

My friend, her husband and twin teenage daughters spent their spring break cruising the Caribbean. They had a wonderful time; however, when she told me how much they paid for the trip my jaw hit the floor. Still, she insists it was worth every penny and since her girls are involved in a litany of summer activities it wasn’t feasible for her family to wait until the off-peak summer months to sail around the Caribbean. My pal’s vacation cost her a bundle, but if you are interested in taking a sun-soaked sail to the tropics for a fraction of what … Continue reading →

Bali on a Budget

When you can’t find him shredding on North Shore waves at home in Hawaii or shooshing down the slopes in Canada then you can probably find my oldest brother resting on the shores of Bali. The Indonesian resort island, known for its rugged volcanoes and stunning beaches, is one of his favorite vacation spots. Another reason why its one of his personal faves is that he often scores fabulous travel deals there, which means he can save serious cash and surf some of the best waves in the world. Here are a few travel packages he’s currently considering: Note: Bali’s … Continue reading →

Ways to Escape Old Man Winter

More than 54 inches of snow has fallen on our city so far this winter. Add that to the dozen or so days when the windchill readings were 20 to 50 degrees below zero (forcing schools and businesses to close), countless winter storm watches, and a blizzard warning, and you’ve got a weather pattern that has made even the heartiest Wisconsinite wish Old Man Winter would take a hike. Personally, I can’t wait to escape these bone-chilling temperatures and spend some quality time with my family in Hawaii. And I can’t tell you how many people have begged me to … Continue reading →