Extended Love Day Travel Deals

February is a notoriously slow period for the hotel industry.  This translates into a golden opportunity for frugal travelers looking to save a bundle on a much-needed romantic escape.  Just because Valentine’s Day is over, doesn’t mean you can’t sneak away with your sweetie on a luxurious weekend trip without breaking the bank. Many hotels around the country are extending their Love Day-themed deals through the end of the month, including: Coronado Island Marriott Resort and Spa:  The upscale property is offering a money-saving deal dubbed the “Coronado Island Romance” package.  It features deluxe accommodations in a bay view room, … Continue reading

Sweet and Sexy Travel Deals

If you love the idea of escaping February’s bitter cold to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your lover in the warm California sun, then you are going to adore these amazing travel deals. The following sweet and sexy Love Day offerings will warm your heart without burning a hole in your wallet: SWEET This sweetheart of a deal is being offered by the US GRANT hotel in San Diego’s historic downtown district.  From now through February 28th you and your true love can take advantage of the “Romancing the Epicurean” package, which features deluxe accommodations, two welcome cocktails, an edible “Artist’s … Continue reading

Spend Valentine’s Day in Paradise

Nothing says, “I love you!” quite like a carefree day on a tropical beach far from the stress and chaos of everyday life. Okay, maybe that’s my idea of paradise… If you are looking for a Valentine’s gift that’s sure to melt your honey’s heart, then think fun in the sun with these amazing travel deals to tropical locales: HAWAII Take it from someone who travels to Hawaii on a regular basis—-this deal to the Land of Aloha is spectacular: From now until March 10th, you can score round-trip airfare from Seattle to Lihue, Kauai, on a major airline, five … Continue reading

Outstanding International Travel Deals

Following the Christmas Day airline bombing scare, where a deranged individual tried to take down a Northwest Airlines flight inbound from Amsterdam with liquid explosives, airport security has increased dramatically. As a result, prices for international travel have plummeted in an effort to attract travelers, who would otherwise be turned off by the hassle of flying abroad. The following travel deals illustrate the incredible bargains that are available for people willing to fly internationally: SPAIN From now through March 30th you can score an amazing deal to Madrid and Barcelona from New York for just $796 per person. The price … Continue reading

Late Winter Travel Deals

Late January through mid-March is typically a slow time in the travel industry. Consequently, penny-pinching travelers can expect to find great deals on airfare and hotel rooms during this later winter time frame. This year is no exception. Take a look at some of the super savings being offered right now: CARIBBEAN Set sail for sunny locales while saving serious dough. Holland America is offering outstanding savings on a round-trip voyage from Fort Lauderdale with stops in Grand Turk (Turks and Caicos), San Juan (Puerto Rico), Philipsburg (St. Maarten), and Half Moon Cay (Bahamas). For just $699 per person you … Continue reading

Last Minute Travel Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Forget about the sirloin steak dinner and singing greeting card. Ditch your desire to shower her with coffee mugs and candy. According to a recent online poll, what most moms want this Mother’s Day is a relaxing trip to a far off destination (supposedly far, far away from that sink full of dirty dishes and the piles of soiled laundry overflowing from the bathroom hamper). Personally, I would settle for a day off from kitchen duties. So the verdict is in: moms the world over are looking for adventure on the high seas, excitement in the air, and fun in … Continue reading

Make Mom’s Day Memorable with These Great Escapes

I love my daughter with all of my heart and can’t imagine celebrating Mother’s Day without her (after all, I wouldn’t be celebrating the day at all if she hadn’t been born). Which is why when anyone asks me what I want for Mother’s Day I simply answer: A relaxing day with my daughter and the rest of my family. However, I personally know several moms (many who have 4, 5, and six kids) who would rather spend May 11th sipping fruity libations ALONE on a tropical island far, far away from children, chores, and the general chaos that rules … Continue reading

Affordable Mother’s Day Travel Deals

What’s the one place your mom has always dreamed of visiting? New York, Chicago, Hawaii, California? If you are looking for a way to make this Mother’s Day one your dear ol’ mom won’t soon forget, but the rising cost of everything has you more budget conscious than ever, you’re in luck. Just in time for the big May 11th celebration several lodgings are offering discounts for the special ladies in your life. If your mom has fantasized of relaxing in sunny Arizona or touring awe-inspiring art collections displayed in culturally rich Mexico City then you might consider the following … Continue reading

Celebrating Mother’s Day in the Big Easy and the Big Apple

Mother’s day is May 11th… do you know what you are getting for the special lady in your life? If a new vacuum just won’t do this year consider sending mom to relax and rejuvenate with some of her best gal pals. Tour operators along with several lodgings across the country are offering incredible Mother’s Day travel deals that will surely get you in mom’s good graces. The following bargains are tailored to moms who enjoy big city life. Whether you take advantage of the Mother’s Day packages being offered in the Big Easy or in the Big Apple you … Continue reading

Mother’s Day Travel Packages

I just received an email from my sister-in-law asking me what I wanted for Mother’s Day. She traditionally makes her Mother’s Day wish list right after Easter so her note didn’t really catch me off guard. In fact, it gave me the perfect excuse to research girls-only travel deals for moms who are itching for time away from the chaos of everyday life. If you are a mom who is expected to come up with her own gift ideas or you are shopping for a mom who enjoys traveling you might consider the following options: CALIFORNIA The Hyatt Regency Huntington … Continue reading