Travel Deals

School’s almost out for the summer—which means you are going to have to figure out something to entertain your kids for 3 months (perhaps while harboring secret resentment towards their summer full of uninterrupted bliss and free time). While I have discovered that no martini buzz can quite recapture the feeling of that last day of school, booking a family vacation this summer is probably the best way to pretend like you are on vacation with your kids. (Well, maybe not, but a summer vacation could still be totally great). [read more]

Summer has arrived, which means the weather is starting to get warmer, but until I can lay out in my yard in a bikini I don’t care very much. This is exactly why I feel myself especially tempted by some of the unbelievable deals to Mexico right now. Sun, sand and margaritas? I’m sold. Funjet Vacations Airline Fare Sales! Our Hot Deals sell out fast, so book now!. With spring break behind us and the busier summer travel season not yet upon us, now is actually the perfect time to score ... [read more]

Anyone who has been up on any travel news lately knows that the industry as a whole is hurting and as a result, we’ve been seeing some pretty incredible travel deals lately. There are certain segments of the travel industry that are hurting more than others—the Cruise industry being one of them. In fact, cruises all year have been hitting lower and lower prices to encourage travelers to hop on board. Since, cruising low season is summer, the change in season plus the bad economy have made for some truly ridiculous offers ... [read more]

There may be a million reasons not to move to Florida (alligators, sharks and old people topping my list), but there are plenty of reasons to visit Florida (like beaches, sunshine, orange juice and Disney World). Especially with huge savings at Disney World, now actually may be the perfect time to pack up the family and book a Disney World vacation package and head for Orlando. Walt Disney World® Resorts! Book your magical vacation package today and SAVE. The recession has been hard on a whole lot of folks. With people ... [read more]

I have always been a bit of a procrastinator. I always manage to get things done on time (or just in the knick of time), but I do have a tendency to wait until the last minute to do a lot of things—my taxes, packing for a trip, writing a paper, booking summer travel plans. Much to the dismay of my mother (who likes to do everything way in advance), my strategy of procrastination always worked for me. I always got the paper in on time, the bag packed before the flight, ... [read more]

The only thing I like better than getting something on sale is getting it for free, which is why I jumped at the opportunity to share with y’all United’s giveaway for a free all-inclusive vacation to Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. Just imagine supping cocktails, hanging out on whit sand beaches and taking in sunsets over the blue Pacific waters…for FREE. The winner will receive 2 round-trip tickets to Puerto Vallarta, a 3-night stay in all-inclusive , beach front resort and $50 spa credit. Enter to Win a 3-night package for two ... [read more]

I have found that I may actually be getting spoiled by this economic slow down. Yes, you read that right, spoiled by the bad economy. But when it comes to travel, the recession has just made hitting the road cheaper and cheaper. I have been consistently surprised at just how good some of the deals have gotten and with a little flexibility you can also score a great deal on all kinds of vacation packages. Checking many travel sites for their featured or daily deals can be a great way to do ... [read more]

As someone who tends to do most things at the last minute, it seems a little early to start thinking about Holiday shopping, but that doesn’t mean some people aren’t already brainstorming their Christmas gift lists (or at least making plans for a shopping vacation). That’s why I thought I’d share this deal on Travelocity I stumbled across, which is offering vacation deals to New York for Black Friday. Travel to New York on Black Friday to Complete Your Holiday Shopping! Click Here for Great Vacation Deals to ... [read more]

see absolutely no need to pay full price for almost anything right now. The recession seems to have hit so many different kinds of businesses, that just about everything seems to be on sale these days. Last weekend I scored a great dress marked down nearly 75% from its original price. Tomorrow, I’ll save $200 on my travel plans with United’s deal right now that gives you cash back for trips you book. Yup. No strings attached, all you need to do is book your vacation and United will hand you ... [read more]

I am a fan of the following things: Free stuff, coupons, cocktails, great shows, and any city that incorporates “Sin” into its nickname. Lucky for me, all of these things have now combined into one great vacation package offer on Southwest right now. In fact, by booking your Vegas vacation by May 7, you can get $100 back (more money to spend on the blackjack tables). Save up to $100 when you book a flight + hotel of 4 nts or more at any Harrah’s properties. Use promo code: MAYHET. ... [read more]

The economy has got a lot of people stressing about their stock portfolios, diminished retirement funds and layoffs, but it the midst of the global financial ills, there is a positive to be found. The downturned economy has meant for some really great travel prices—including this list of vacations for under $300 (that’s including both airfare AND hotel). A trip for less than 3 benjamins? Sounds like a score to me. Flight+3 Night Hotel Vacations from $299 As someone who treasures budget travel, I am almost always on ... [read more]

I could easily sit down and make a list about all the reasons I would want to go to Hawaii. Discounted flights and hotel rooms would top the list, but the active volcanoes, fresh pineapple, beautiful beaches and aloha spirit certainly would also make the list. Add on top of that a great promotion over at United for savings of $200 and it looks like I’ll be packing up my favorite swimsuit and getting ready to get my tan on. Save up to $200 to Hawai‘i’s Big Island! Book a flight ... [read more]

I am one of those gals that is reluctant to buy much of anything that’s not on sale right now. We’re buried up to our necks in recession, which for me translates into bigger sales and better sales. This certainly also applies to travel—and with the travel industry hurting in the economy there are plenty of great deals out there to be had. From free nights to free dining and big coupon codes, there is no reason you shouldn’t be able to save good money on your summer travel this year. [read more]

I am certainly not one of those people who expects to be showered in candy and jewelry on Valentine’s Day when I’m in a relationship. Nor am I one of those people who curls up in a ball under the covers and blocks out the world on February 14 when I’m single. But, I am one of those people who thinks Valentine’s Day is stupid, because really, shouldn’t you always celebrate your romance (like with a fabulous vacation)? And, I’ll take a romantic trip over a box of truffles any day of ... [read more]

Spring has sprung and it is now officially time to start thinking about planning that summer vacation for the family. Yes, we know the economy isn’t the greatest. But do you really think your kids will forever keep memories from the “staycation” you attempted to create with a blow up pool in the yard and some fake leis? I’m guessing not. Book your Family Travel on Expedia.com: Make vacation memories! Whether you take advantage of some of the red hot deals for this summer and head to Europe with [read more]

I may not be a big boxing fan (I just do not want to watch two overly strong men hurt each other), that does not mean I am not a big fan of both Vegas and a great deal. That’s why I jumped at the opportunity to share this great deal being offered up by Southwest in honor of the Manny Pacquaio versus Ricky Hatton fight on May 2. Fight Tickets included in your package when you book at select Las Vegas hotels. Use Promo Code: BOXING409. Book 3/27 ... [read more]

School isn’t even out for the summer yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start planning your fall vacation. In fact, by planning now, you could actually save your family big bucks by booking your family vacation well in advance. Jump for Joy! Save on Fall Family Getaways If you are not quite ready to start making your fall travel plans, there is also still plenty of time to figure out a great trip for this summer. In fact, the bad economy means it will be ... [read more]

I like to spend almost all of my disposable income on plane tickets and travel adventures, which is why ever since I got my tax refund in the mail it has been burning a hole in my pocket and I have been waiting to stimulate the economy with the money the government kindly returned to me and buy some plane tickets. Tax Refund = A Much Needed Vacation! Browse our many money saving deals to take that affordable getaway. Book by 4/15. Especially with such great deals on [read more]

When I hear the word “cruise” I usually first thinking of clear Caribbean waters and cocktails with little umbrellas in them, but that certainly does not mean that all cruises island hop in tropical waters. In fact, for those slightly more adventurous travelers who like the idea of being able to follow the path of Marco Polo through Asia (and probably hear kids in the pool playing the game with his name), then Cruise Direct has some great offerings on Asian cruises that take past the Sphinx into the country of the ... [read more]

Now, just because when I think of a cruise I immediately think of Caribbean waters, palm trees and drinks with little umbrellas in them, this does not mean these are the only types of cruises out there. There are many cruises that allow you to kick back, relax and sail the high seas– all while getting to see sites that don’t involve sandy beaches (though drinks with umbrellas are always an option). If sailing the Mediterranean and checking out the best European sites sounds appealing, Carnival is now ... [read more]

Among the many reasons why you shouldn’t move to Florida: alligators, mosquitoes, sink holes, hurricanes, people who drive with their left turn signal constantly on, the preponderance of blue hair, Don Johnson, the 2000 presidential election and drive-thru liquor stores.

The argument in favor of moving to Florida: sunshine and beaches. If you are someone who can live with the unpleasant other things, but can’t live without sunshine or beach, then Florida has your name written all over it. Perhaps you aren’t thinking about moving there, but a visit is ... [read more]

If you’ve already gotten your tax refund this year and it’s just burning a hole in your pocket, than now is a great time to use that money the government has given back to you to stimulate the economy and find a great affordable vacation. With travel prices on everything from airfare to hotels lower at decade lows, now is also a great time to find a hot travel deal and make your refund money go even further. Tax Refund = A Much Needed Vacation! Browse our many ... [read more]

Is love in the air this winter? If you are getting married this year, you may be in luck on being able to score a great deal on that romantically perfect honeymoon. With the economy struggling and fewer people booking vacations to the Caribbean, there are some amazing deals out there to be had. You could have the honeymoon of your dreams for a lot less money than you ever thought possible. Dream Honeymoons; Destination Weddings at Sandals Resorts! With so many great travel deals to be had, maybe a ... [read more]

If you have sailed the Caribbean Seas at any point during the past few years, you have likely seen many a cruise ship. They are everywhere. In fact, with so may different cruise companies offering up trips in the Caribbean, cruises dominate the sea much like the Portuguese did during the time of great exploration. Last Minute Cruises.

The sheer quantity of cabins available –especially during these uncertain economic times – means that you can almost always find a reasonably priced cruise, especially if you are willing to wait and scope ... [read more]

What could be better than spending some time out of the open seas—enjoying the sunshine, warm weather and getting fed wonderfully the entire time? A great tan and great meals? What could be better? Especially with some amazing deals on cruises right now, you could be sailing the high seas and sipping cocktails overlooking sunsets over warm waters for less than you thought possible. With cruises starting at just $99, you’d be foolish not to pack your swimsuit and get ready for some rest and relaxation. Online Exclusives - Find the Perfect Cruise [read more]

With the economy sinking into deeper oblivion and many people dealing with foreclosed homes, lay offs and tightened budgets, there may be some of you out there trying to think of ways to go to the Caribbean for next to nothing. One option is to strap on a pair of infant water wings and let the tide take you out to sea. You could also strap yourself on the back of one of those inflatable alligators. These are both options for the bargain traveler, but they fall well short of fantastic (and cheaper than ever ... [read more]

While politicians in Washington are debating over a stimulus package that may or may not rescue the U.S. from the current economic recession, I’m going to be scouting web sites looking for hot travel deals. That’s because a bad economy means cheaper than ever travel, and trips you once thought would be way out of your budget are now seemingly affordable. In an effort to coax more travelers, companies like Funjet are offering great prices on Caribbean and Mexican vacations. If winter has got you down, than may now be the ideal time to book ... [read more]

By booking your airfare and hotel together, not only will you save yourself a bunch of time, you’ll save a whole bunch of money. Use the extra time for some quality time with the family and the extra dough on those great, must-have souvenirs. Plus, with great vacation packages offered all over the United States and world, you’ll have plenty of options of where to go and what you want to do. United Vacation Packages We provide vacation destinations including the Caribbean, Hawaii, Las Vegas, Mexico and more. From hitting the Vegas ... [read more]

The peso may be down and the economy coming close to a screeching halt, but the sun is still shinning south of the border in Mexico. In fact, with hotter than ever deals to Mexico and a favorable exchange rate, there is little reason not to pack up your swimsuit and get ready to down margaritas by the pitcher and get a tan going this winter (well, no reason besides a massive hangover and skin cancer). Mexico Vacation Sale Induldge in an all-inclusive vacation. Everything is included! Book now! With great, discounted flights to Mexico, as ... [read more]

If you are craving some warm sunshine and a big old margarita, now is still a great time to book a cheaper than ever vacation package to Mexico. In fact, until February 15, United is offering $200 off the price of your Mexico trip. Save up to $200 on travel to Mexico! Book by 2/15. Use promo code: MEXCARSAVE To me, anyone who doesn’t love Mexican food (especially the tacos) just isn’t quite right in the head, so not only will you get a great price on a ... [read more]

If you want to visit the state newly sworn in President Obama once called home, now may just be the perfect time to escape from it all and spend some time absorbing the laid back vibes and Aloha spirit of Hawaii. Especially with great deals on packages to the isles, now is the perfect time to take advantage of low prices and head into the Pacific. Hawaii Travel Deals with Air & Car - Save up to 75% Not only can you save big bucks on airfare and hotel with these deals to ... [read more]

Lately I’ve been seeing a whole lot more travel advertisements on t.v.—and it seems there are an especially large number of ads out there trying to get you to go to Vegas. You may be asking, “what’s the deal? Are people getting tired of Vegas?” The fact is not that people are getting sick of Sin City, but rather the suffering economy is keeping a lot of people at home and NOT enjoying their stupid “staycations” (yes, I HATE that word. It’s not a vacation if you don’t go anywhere). That being said, ... [read more]

When most people imagine a vacation ion a cruise ship, they immediately think of warm waters, palm trees and tropical breezes. However, cruises can also be a great way to explore Europe—and with Carnival announcing 4 new European itineraries (and the brand new, luxurious Carnival Splendor to sail the European waters), taking a cruise across the Atlantic may be an ideal way to vacation in 2009. Carnival’s Fabulous European Excursions - 12-Day Cruises from $1,149 With so many fantastic deals on international airfare out there, you could ... [read more]

With unemployment at its highest rate in 16 years, more and more people defaulting on their mortgages and higher rates of people declaring bankruptcy here in the U.S., you may just want to lock yourself in a closet and avoid the real world until the recession is over. If you are lucky enough to still have a job and need a little vacation to help pick up your spirits, then right now is actually an ideal time to pack up your bags and head to the Caribbean. Not only will the azure water, warm ... [read more]

With everyone concerned with the faltering economy these days, there are a lot of people looking for ways to getaway for less money. While the national media popularized the idea of “staycations,” I personally don’t think that you can define anything as a vacation if you don’t actually get to go anywhere. That being said, there are some great ways you can still go on a totally fabulous vacation this year without spending an arm and a leg. In fact, Carnival Cruises is offering some great special cruise offers, including 3-day cruises starting at just ... [read more]

With New Year’s Day marking the official end to the holiday season, you are probably starting 2009 with a hangover and the leftover stress from spending too much time with your family in close quarters. Now, you’d like nothing more than the chance to get away for a few days and to take your mind off of the madness. You, my friend, are in luck because Carnival Cruise Lines has some fantastic rates on cruises after the holiday season. Carnival Fun Ships Specials - Click Here One ... [read more]

Always dreamed of a Caribbean getaway, but never thought you’d be able to afford it? So, we are all very aware that the economy has slowed down, and that we have not yet reached the bottom and blah, blah, blah. What does this mean for ME, you may be wondering? Well, if you’ve still got your job and your house, it means that vacation packages are getting cheaper, which in turn means you can travel MORE. Now, it may seem odd to pack your bags and head for the Caribbean during a recession, but with savings ... [read more]

As temperatures plummet and the reality of another 4 or so months of winter weather sinks in, you may just need a vacation on the sun to refresh your attitude and give you something to look forward to when it’s snowing at home. With fewer travelers getting out this year, and even fewer projected to travel next year, all-inclusive resorts like Sandals at Negril Beach in Jamaica, are offering great deals. In fact, right now you can save 45% when you book a vacation to the white sand beach, turquoise water Caribbean resort. Get 2 ... [read more]

The peso may be down and the economy coming close to a screeching halt, but the sun is still shinning south of the border in Mexico. In fact, with hotter than ever deals to Mexico and a favorable exchange rate, there is little reason not to pack up your swimsuit and get ready to down margaritas by the pitcher and get a tan going this winter (well, no reason besides a massive hangover and skin cancer). Mexico Vacation Sale Induldge in an all-inclusive vacation. Everything is included! Book now! With great, discounted flights ... [read more]

Apparently the old saying that “Good things come to those who wait,” is ringing especially true this holiday season when it comes to lower than ever prices on last minute cruise packages. In fact, Celebrity cruise lines is offering a 2 night cruise, which will sail January 8 from Miami to Nassau in the Bahamas for just $79. Last Minute Cruises You are probably looking at the above paragraph thinking, “$79? No way,” but your eyes are not deceiving you. With cruise companies feeling the pressure in these tough economic times, prices just keep seem ... [read more]

With 2008 coming to a close, booking a great vacation for 2009 could be the perfect way to start looking forward to the new year. Especially with travel prices especially low this season in light of the struggling economy, now is actually the perfect time to get some fantastic deals on packages to just about anywhere. In fact, Southwest is offering some great deals on vacations everywhere from Vegas to Orlando to San Diego, where you can book the perfect family getaway, romantic honeymoon or bachelor’s weekend for less than you thought possible. southwestvacations.com With cheap ... [read more]

With prices on all kinds of travel continuing to drop to encourage people to still go on vacation despite the faltering economy, now could be the perfect time to finally go on that holiday you’ve always dreamed of. With cruises offering especially great deals right now, hopping on a boat and sailing to Mexico, gambling your way to the Caribbean, or relaxing in the Mediterranean Carnival has some hard to beat prices on many of their cruise lines. Spectacular “Fun Ship” Cruise Specials With so many great travel deals to be had this year, ... [read more]

Even though summer may only be in the recent past, the colder weather makes it feel like ages ago when I could walk around comfortably in flip flops and a tank top. With so much winter still ahead of us, a vacation somewhere warm and sunny this winter may be exactly what the doctor order to lift my spirits and help me get through winter. With especially hot vacation deals to the Dominican Republic right now, you may be able to get a little warm weather fix this winter for a lot less than you imagined possible. ... [read more]

Who doesn’t love the idea of a Hawaiian getaway? For decades, these tropical islands have been a top tourist destination. With its pristine beaches, incredible scenery and aloha spirit, there isn’t a whole lot not to like about taking a vacation to paradise. Although Hawaii has been notoriously a more expensive destination, the hurting economy has triggered some great deals to the isles as of late. We spoke with a vp at Hawaiian Airlines this fall, and he told us now is absolutely the best time to head to Hawaii. With airfares down and hotels offering ... [read more]

Vacations that you never thought you could afford are now more affordable than ever. With the economy standing on some shaky legs right now and people hesitant to shell out the cash on a vacation, airlines and hotels are rolling out some unbelievable deals on great vacation packages. This means that you can go on that trip you’ve always dreamed of at prices you can actually afford. Sandals Jamaica is one of the places offering some phenomenal deals right now. Do your part to stimulate the economy (and have a great time) by getting a night free in ... [read more]

Looking to get away this winter, but not sure you can afford a vacation in these rough economic times? With global markets taking a nose dive and people concerned with the state of their portfolios, booking a vacation package could be a great way to go on vacation and save money. By booking your hotel and flight together, you can save up to $325 and head. With discounts available on Caribbean getaways, family travel, Florida vacations or romantic trips, you have no excuse not to book a vacation package and take that much needed break from ... [read more]

Warm breezes, white sand, clear blue water and nothing to do all day but take a nap under a palm tree and sip cocktails with little umbrellas in them. Sound like paradise? If the tumbling financial markets have you stressed out, maybe all you need is a little R &R away from the plunging Dow and worries about your stock portfolio. Plus, with airlines and hotels are offering fantastic travel deals to the Caribbean right now in an effort to encourage weary travelers to still take that vacation they planned despite of the current economic climate. ... [read more]

There isn’t a lot to love about Europe in the fall. With the tourists gone (and prices a lot lower), the grape harvests in full swing, and beautiful fall foliage, a vacation to Europe in the autumn is pretty ideal. With the weather still beautiful (and still very warm along the Mediterranean), you can indulge in the great food and wine, scenery and culture of Europe for super low prices right now. In fact, Carnival cruises is offering fantastic deals on European cruises right now that are just too good to pass up. Carnival’s Fabulous ... [read more]

With a 7-mile long white sand beach and a fabulous all-inclusiove resort, there is not a whole lot not to like about a vacation package at Sandlas Negril Beach resort in Jamaica. If your stock portfolio has recently taken a hit, I can also think of no better way to forget the economic crisis and soothe your worries than while relaxing on the beach sipping cocktails (hopefully complete with miniature umbrellas). The market will rebound eventually, so why not take advantage of the super low travel prices right now and take off on a great vacation? ... [read more]

If you are looking for an excuse to escape reality and enjoy a wonderfully relaxing and cruise vacation, I found some absolutely amazing deals on cruisedirect.com this morning. With packages starting at as little as $499 a person for an 8-night southern Caribbean cruise, now is the time to take advantage of everyone freaking out about the economic crisis and snap up one of these terrific deals. While Congress is debating the Wall Street bail out bill, you can sip pina coladas on deck and work on your tan. Online Exclusives - Find the ... [read more]

If you are looking for a great and affordable getaway this Fall, United is offering up some great deals on airfare plus hotel packages: United Vacations We provide complete travel packages including air, hotel, rental car and attraction tickets.

By booking your airfare and hotel together, not only will you save yourself a bunch of time, you’ll save a whole bunch of money. Use the extra time for some quality time with the family and the extra dough on those great, must-have souvenirs. Plus, with great vacation packages offered all over the United States and world, ... [read more]

Feeling stressed out at work? Think you deserve a relaxing vacation to the Caribbean? With incredibly discounted rates to the Bahamas, right now is the time to kick back, relax and finally go on that dream vacation you feel you’ve always deserved. The Caribbean experts are now offering rock bottom prices to some of most beautiful and idyllic islands in the world with huge discounts: 60% Savings in the Bahamas!

Don’t let that summer tan slip away, head to a white sand beach where you can lay next to crystal clear blue water, drink cocktails and ... [read more]

This time of the year is when vacation packages are at their most affordable, but this fall continues to be exceptional, with even the stoic Sandals chain offering amazing deals: Up to TWO NIGHTS FREE at Sandals Resorts: Plus save up to 50%! One of their current deals is that if you book as few as three nights at one of their resorts you can qualify for airfare credit of up to $550 per person. I don’t know the small print on that one, but I ... [read more]

We are all about finding vacationers the best deals possible, so we’d like to point out a new section on BootsnAll.com that collects special travel deals from many different places and puts them together on one page. You can see the newest hottest cruise and vacation deals updated regularly on the main page, and you can also search by location for deals that relate to that destination.

Most of these deals can’t be found on normal ticket booking sites, and many of them give you nights in a hotel with airfare for only ... [read more]

They aren’t publicizing this too much, but the reality is that Las Vegas is really hurting lately, and they are offering excellent deals to help fill up some of their empty rooms: Las Vegas Vacation Packages and Deals Here’s the thing. About half of the business in Las Vegas is from people driving in from Southern California, and when gas prices shot way up many of those people decided this was an expense they could do without. And airfares also shot up for the ... [read more]

For some reason it seems like the cruise industry has been even more competitive than usual lately, but these cruise deals from Priceline are still shocking to me: Priceline Cruises, 110% Price Guarantee - 23 ports, 155 ships, 17 Cruise lines! Once you get to their page you’ll see that their 110% guarantee is only the beginning. Sure, they want you to be sure you can’t find these cruises any cheaper, but once you see their offers you’ll see how they can make that bold ... [read more]

You may recall that not long ago we were trying to get Sandals to extend their special “Fly Free plus up to 35% off” offer, and we are pleased to announce that our campaign worked and the offer is good until the middle of August, at the very least: Get 1 Night FREE plus save up to 50% at Sandals Grande St. Lucian! Find out more. We’ll see what we can do beyond that, but this at least gives our best customers at ... [read more]

Usually leading up to Valentine’s Day you’ll see all kinds of vacations for romantic couples advertised, so it’s nice that Expedia has gone out of their way to spread the love into the summer with this sale: Book your Romantic Travel on Expedia.com! They’ve got quite a few really outstanding offers at the moment, including some special ones to Paris, New York City, and Venice. Those places can all be kind of pricey, so it’s great that Expedia also has some packages to Cancun, ... [read more]

Those who’ve decided they don’t want to go to Europe this year because it’s so expensive will be happy to find out that these all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean are really cheap right now: All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacations Sure, part of the reason these things are so cheap right now is because of the so-called hurricane season, but that’s mostly a myth. Most of these resorts only have one storm through their area like every 10 or 15 years or so, and even then they know ... [read more]

The fine people at Spirit Vacations have some deals so good right now that I really had to share this with you guys: All Inclusive Vacation Deals Enjoy 25% - 50% off or more on All Inclusive Vacation Packages. Book today! The best deal is the one they have right on the top of the page. They have several options to the Bahamas and it says you can fly free and save an additional 50% off! It says “Last Chance” so I wouldn’t wait around too ... [read more]

If I was looking for a super cheap trip then United Vacations wouldn’t be the first place I’d look, but that was because I wasn’t aware that they had really good deals like this: United Vacation Packages We provide vacation destinations including the Caribbean, Hawaii, Las Vegas, Mexico and more. The fine people seem to have extended a sale whereby travelers get $125 off to Las Vegas, and there are many more offers where that came from. They have a $300 discount to Italy, and ... [read more]

I just found the kind of deal that really appeals to me. These Caribbean experts have published a deal whereby their Mexico packages are always $50 off if you use this special code: Mexico is Always $50 Off As summer approaches and so many places looking incredibly expensive Americans it’s nice the we have our friends south of the border to turn to. These resorts are jammed all winter and spring, but they start emptying out this time of year so the prices go way ... [read more]

Right now many of the destinations we all like to flock to during winter are pretty cheap, and Funjet has some really good package deals you should consider before booking elsewhere: Funjet Vacation Packages. We offer exciting vacation destinations including Las Vegas, Florida, Mexico, the Caribbean and more. I get a lot of emails here from people asking me if June or July is too late to go to the Caribbean or Mexico, and I always reply that it’s too late as long as ... [read more]

In these tough economic times, more and more people are looking for cheaper vacation ideas. So with that in mind, have a look at the Southwest Vacations packages because this might be just what you are looking for: Southwest Airlines Vacations. Affordable vacation packages to destinations from coast to coast. Many people were thinking Europe would be ideal this year, but with the currency exchange rates lately that’s now out of the question. You probably know that Southwest Airlines has some of the cheapest ... [read more]

The fine people at Carnival are almost being unfair by offering 3, 4, and 5 day cruises at prices so low that we can no longer resist: Recharge your Batteries with 3,4,5 day Carnival Cruises These cruises are starting at $250 per person, and keep in mind that when you take a cruise you are getting your room, food, entertainment, and transportation all included in one price. You have to pay for drinks and shore excursions, but not much more than that. If you instead booked ... [read more]

Some people don’t take Priceline too seriously because of the whole William Shatner thing, but don’t hold that against them because they have some of the lowest prices anywhere: Priceline Last-Minute Package Deals! I think the last-minute deals this year are going to be better than ever because so many people are unsure of the economy that some people are probably canceling their vacations. Their loss is our gain because they lose their deposit and we get really cheap last-minute specials. Thanks, cancellers!

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The season in the Caribbean still has another month or more to go, but prices are way down so the timing is great: CARIBBEAN Travel Deals I’m not sure how this guy does it, but Caribbean Jim has rounded up some exceptional deals for us at the moment. Actually, I think Caribbean Jim is just a composite of other successful mascots at other companies, but that doesn’t mean he’s any less of a deal-getter for us!

For example, Caribbean Jim tells us that 7-night Barbados vacations ... [read more]

I just came across an astonishing deal and I had to share it with you guys: Last minute travel deals and vacation packages at Expedia.com! Once you click on that link you’ll see the current batch of last-minute vacation deals at Expedia. I don’t know how these prices are so low. Perhaps these are vacations that others have chosen and paid for, but they can no longer go so Expedia is reselling them for a special low fare. It’s got to be something like that ... [read more]

Dear Wade, I see that Carnival Cruises has excellent deals, but my husband has a fear of clowns. Will he be okay? Signed, Concerned Cruiser. Dear CC, yours is a common mistake, but Carnival Cruises don’t actually have American-style carnivals aboard, at least not usually: Sensational Rates on “Fun Ship” Getaways I get e-mails like that all the time from people who assume going on a Carnival Cruise involves riding rusty roller coasters and rickety Ferris wheels. It’s possible they started out that way, but now ... [read more]

Obviously not all cruises are alike, so the best deal for me might not be the best deal for you. This is one reason we are big fans of cruisedirect, who bring us this offer: Online Exclusives - Find the Perfect Cruise When you go to their site you see many major cruise companies with all of their best deals, including some really good last-minute offers. You can enter a destination and cruise length, and their search engine will tell you the best deals and which ships ... [read more]

I hesitate to even post this link because I have a feeling this will completely crash their computer system, but here goes anyway: Southwest Airlines Vacations. Affordable vacation packages to destinations from coast to coast. Okay, so the link text doesn’t do a great job of selling you on clicking, but once you do see the page this will take you to you’ll thank me. Everyone knows Southwest Airlines is consistently a low-price leader among US airlines, and in case you hadn’t heard, their packaged ... [read more]

I’m not sure how they manage it, but United Vacations has come up with yet another winner and I just had to share it with you guys: Hawaii Vacations Save up to $200 on vacations to Hawaii! Use Promotion Code NEWYEAR Think of how many more leis you could buy with that $200 you save! I’m pretty sure state law requires them to put a complimentary one on each arriving guest, assuming it fits around their head. So with this extra cash you could buy a box ... [read more]

Southwest Airlines often has the best fares on flights around the United States, and their vacation deals kick ass as well: Southwest Airlines Vacations. Indulge for less with great rates on vacation packages to Las Vegas

This is a great time of the year to be in Las Vegas. If you play your cards right you can actually have the other gamblers pay for your whole trip. It’s not easy, but it can be done if you put your mind to it and have your autistic ... [read more]

We are constantly on the lookout for the best cruise and vacation package deals around here, and this offer by Carnival Cruise Lines is so good we were thinking Ashton Kutcher and the PUNK’D crew were going to pop out from behind the filing cabinet at any minute - Caribbean Cruise Specials from $219!

Amazingly enough, it was no prank. They are offering Caribbean Cruise Specials starting at $219! Even if it is a prank, I think US law says that they have to honor it ... [read more]

In the cruise industry Carnival Cruise Lines are the 7-million pound monster. You can hardly go to a port of call in North America and the Caribbean without coming upon at least one Carnival cruise ship. They are everywhere.

The cruise monster has no intention of resting on its considerable laurels. Carnival Cruise Lines will begin sailing to South America in 2009. What this means to you, fair reader, is that you will have another cruising option to places like Buenos Aires, Argentina and Santiago, Chile. That option will inevitably include ... [read more]

If you are American you know that you are not allowed to travel to Cuba unless you get special permission for something like an educational tour or a Michael Moore documentary. If you are an American traveler, you know that plenty of people flaunt this law. They make their way to Cuba via a couple of undisclosed locations (cough* Mexico * cough * Canada).

Knowing full well that you are not intent on breaking any laws and that this is purely aimed at people who can legally travel to Cuba, BootsnAll does ... [read more]

In my vision of paradise cars don’t exist. I think my vision is not one shared by NASCAR drivers or those who like to get around by some other means than bike riding. Cars or no cars, Hawaii has been described on many an occasion as paradise on earth. It is hard to argue with a place that has beautiful white beaches, lush tropical forests, stunning mountains, and, yes, cars.

Some people choose to spend their Hawaiian vacation moving no further than the lounge chair by the swimming pool. Others ... [read more]

Do you remember the olden days when you had to choose between buying a VHS player or a Betamax player? Both were enormous devices that cost more than a pretty penny when they first came out. For those of us who gambled on the VHS player, we got years of quality movie entertainment until one of the kids in the family stuck a peanut butter sandwich in the machine and ruined it. For those who chose Betamax, the gamble reaped little rewards and soon most had to switch over to ... [read more]

Among the many reasons why you shouldn’t move to Florida: alligators, mosquitos, sink holes, hurricanes, people who drive with their left turn signal constantly on, the preponderance of blue hair, OJ Simpson lives there, Don Johnson, the 2000 presidential election and drive-in liquor stores.

The argument in favor of moving to Florida: sunshine.

If you are someone who can live with the unpleasant other things, but can’t live without sunshine then Florida has your name written all over it. Perhaps you aren’t thinking about moving there, but a visit is what you have in ... [read more]

Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerta Vallarta. If most people were asked to name the best places to go on the Pacific coast of Mexico, those three cities would likely be at the top of the list.

Cabo San Lucas is a beautifully located town. Located at the southern tip of the Baja peninsula, Cabo has near perfect weather all year round. That is a good thing since it is located next to an ocean that is a virtual playground for fisherman and water sports enthusiasts.

Further down the ... [read more]

Traveling by yourself can be a unique and rewarding experience. It challenges you to figure out where you are going and how to get there. It can also inspire you to make new friends. Everyone loves a solo traveler. Group travelers, not so much.

While an individual trip can be special, sometimes an experience is best when you have someone else around. Someone else to help navigate through the airport customs. Someone else to be sympathetic when you stomach doesn’t appreciate the food it just ate. Someone ... [read more]

If you pay the least bit of news to what is going on in this world of ours you know that China is a country on the move. Its economy continues to surge, its cities continue to be rebuilt and its culture continues to change. These are exciting and dizzying times in China. It is an excellent time to see a historic transformation while it happens by visiting the world’s most populous nation.

A unique way to experience China is on a cruise ship. For whatever reason, there aren’t tons ... [read more]

There are two kinds of people. There are the kinds that like nothing more than to receive a big block of chocolate for their birthday and there are the kinds that like receive one of those boxes that have many flavors of candy. If you are in the sampler chocolate camp and think that variety is the spice of life, you probably will enjoy this 7-night Southern Europe cruise by Costa Cruises.

This is a fast moving cruise that will fill your tourist tummy with some delightful samples of Italy, Tunisia, Spain ... [read more]

It might be built on a swamp and it might be a political swamp, but the nation’s capital is still a great place for children to visit. I should know. Just about every year from third grade through eighth grade my class made a field trip to Washington, DC. It got to the point where I could give a tour of the city better than the tour guide and where I actually grew tired of the freeze dried ice cream at the National Air and Space Museum.

With its many monuments ... [read more]

As nice as he may be and as charming as the tradition is, spending another year watching a ball in New York drop while Dick Clark wishes you a happy new year is something that you should be actively seeking to avoid. Why let everyone else have the time of their life while you sit at home trying to stay up until midnight? This year, you can make it a New Year’s to remember by being aboard a cruise ship.

You don’t have to worry about drinking and driving – the captain ... [read more]

We’ve been hyping summer cruises to Alaska for some time now on this here little blog. Alaska is truly one of the best places to do on a cruise. The only real drawback is that it is far away from where most of us live and as a consequence the cruises that visit the Last Frontier are usually more expensive than those going to the Caribbean and Mexico. That is not necessarily the case at the moment.

As we officially celebrate the first day of summer today we see that prices ... [read more]

As far as countries go, Costa Rica has always marched to the beat of a different drum. Instead of spending the 1980s engaged in war like many parts of Central America, it abolished its military. Instead of chopping down all of its trees and wilderness, it protected it. More than a quarter of the country’s land has been set aside for protection. Indeed, Costa Rica is the exception to the rule and that is one reason why it is an exceptional place to visit.

With one of a kind rainforests, ... [read more]

Some people like to call Reno, Nevada a poor man’s Las Vegas. That isn’t exactly the label one wants to read when they are going to a city that is known for its gambling establishments. Perhaps a better endorsement would be to call Reno a luck man’s Las Vegas.

Poor or lucky, Reno is what it is, which is primarily a city of casinos. That means lots of large rooms with gaming tables where you never can tell what time of day it is. That means hotels that are ... [read more]

Did you know that this is The Year of a Million Dreams? If you have been paying attention to all the Disney commercials recently you couldn’t help but know this. Disney and dreams apparently go together like chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows. One person’s dream can be another person’s nightmare, however. Disneyland and the other assorted properties are the happiest place on earth as long as you have enough money to pay through the nose.

Southwest Vacations to the rescue. The little airline that could is doing its ... [read more]

Whenever you come across a travel description of cruises to New England and Canada you are almost always going to see the word “charming”. Unlike cruises to the Caribbean it would not be accurate to describe a Canada/New England cruise as a “sun getaway”. It would also not be right to label it “exotic”. Charming, however, fits the bill.

There is a charm to the way the costal towns in New England and eastern Canada go about things. These are places that are rich in history and where people cling ... [read more]

Fireworks, family and fun. Those are the things that many of us associate with the Fourth of July holiday. It was so very kind of the founders of the United States to choose to do the whole independence thing during the summer months. The extra day off during the summer is always a welcomed thing.

There is no shortage of choices available to those who are looking to get away for Independence Day. Heading to the beach is always a popular option, camping out in the woods usually doesn’t disappoint, ... [read more]

If you have read any travel magazines over the years or visited any number of Web sites, you know by now that Negril, Jamaica has been named one of the top ten beaches in the world. Located in the westernmost part of Jamaica, Negril has grown from a sleepy isolated town into a thriving tourist destination replete with the high quality resorts you’d expect to find where there are beautiful sand and clear blue waters.

What makes Negril different than a lot of popular beach resort destinations is that it hasn’t been entirely ... [read more]

Everyone knows the legend of New York City. It is a great place to travel but it is expensive as heck. Everywhere you look there are hamburgers that cost $30 and beers that will run you $20. It is a place to go only if you share the same tax bracket as Donald Trump or if you have a couch to crash on in one of his apartment towers. You’ll need to cash in your 401K plan just so you can spend a night out on the town.

This is ... [read more]

It is almost impossible to believe that yet another generation of children is growing up with Mickey, Pluto and the Disney gang. With so many entertainment options available to children today, it speaks volumes that so many still enjoy Disney movies, cartoons and those big theme parks in Orland, Anaheim, Paris and Tokyo.

The Disney empire spreads its wings far and wide. That includes ruling the high seas, as well. Disney Cruise Line has a couple of boats that set sail on a regular basis from Cape Canaveral, Florida. As ... [read more]

Sometimes the best of travel is the planning. It is easy to spend hours looking for interesting sights to visit, scouting out the best restaurants in a foreign city, choosing which hotel you want to stay at, and figuring out how to get from point A to point B without getting stuck in point C. Indeed, vacation planning can often be more fun than the vacation itself.

Vacation planning also takes time and time is something we don’t often in have in abundance in our busy lives. Planning can also be ... [read more]

They call Alaska America’s Final Frontier. The second to last state admitted into the union is certainly not last when it comes to beauty. Alaska’s vast natural resources are legendary and no matter how great you have heard that they are you will still be blown away when you see them in person.

Stunning mountains, gorgeous glaciers, marine and land wildlife…these are just a few of the attractions you will see while taking a cruise to Alaska. The famed inside passage is as beautiful a waterway as you will ... [read more]

If you have spent any time shopping for cruises, and I am willing to bet that you have because you are reading these very words right now, you know that Carnival Cruise Lines offers up some of the cheapest voyages around. Their appeal is that they have quick voyages that are convenient to large swaths of the population in the United States and that these voyages are affordable. If you are looking for glamour, look elsewhere. If you want cheap fun, think Carnival.

You probably also have come across a number ... [read more]

Nothing in life is free and technically neither is this offer. You do have to spend money to fly to either Hawaii’s Big Island or to Maui. You do have to spend money on a new bathing suit because frankly you should be embarrassed to be seen in that old one. You also have to spend money on a hotel room for at least four nights. If you manage to do all of that, the free reward is within your reach.

Funjet Vacations and Prince Resorts have come together ... [read more]

Perhaps it will be the indelible legacy of the 21st Century. No, not the Internet or artificial sugar made from real sugar. What I am talking about is our modern custom of combing two disparate words into one. For example, did you know that you can combine crud and nuts to come up with “crust”? You can also do it with spiffy and terrific so that it is “spifirific”. But did you know that there is something now known as a “mancation’? Tis true. If you ... [read more]

Sometimes it feels like all we do in life is go from one place to another. We go to work. We go to school. We go down to the local bar to forget about work and/or school. Go, go, go….when is there ever time to sit in a chair and watch the world pass us by? Almost never.

We even choose to be on the go while on vacation. Whether it is a road trip or a backpacking trip or an around the world adventure, we are a ... [read more]