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Tuesday
Nov182008

Orbitz: Top 10 Deals of the Week

Are you experiencing an unexplained urge to save? Each week the gang at Orbitz.com compile their ten best travel deals from their site to help put you on the path to travel wellbeing. Here’s what’s on tap this week. Enjoy!


Flights for $200 or less round-trip
Actual fares are updated daily and include all taxes and fees

 

Christmas and Hanukkah flight deals
Secure your seats now for the busy holiday travel season!

 

American Airlines: Holiday flights on sale!
Hurry and book by Wednesday, 11/26!

 

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Monday
Nov172008

Rancho de San Juan discounts New Year

RANCHO DE SAN JUAN CELEBRATES ITS 15TH YEAR, OFFERS SAVINGS WITH “WALL STREET BAILOUT SPECIAL”


Rancho de San Juan, a luxury country inn and restaurant located between Taos and Santa Fe, is ushering in its 15th year with tremendous savings for February, March and April 2009. They are introducing their “Wall Street Bailout Special” which invites guests to take a vacation from the current economic crisis and experience their unique combination of European style and service mixed with Southwestern charm. All rooms and casitas are reduced $100 per night and if guests book three nights at the reduced rate, the fourth night is free.

In addition, Rancho de San Juan is extending a 10% discount on all 3-course dinners at the renowned Rancho de San Juan Restaurants for all guests during this time.

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Monday
Nov172008

$139 Red Mountain Spa - Neighbor Holiday Rate

Why travel to distant places this holiday when Red Mountain Spa takes you worlds away?

Find yourself between a rock and a soft place, in southern Utah’s red rock paradise with their friendly neighbor special offers. Experience great values for your own weekend getaway, or a comfortable and inviting place for holiday visitors.

  • Bed & Breakfast $139* per person - Enjoy a relaxing evening in the comforts of our deluxe accommodations, and wake to a healthy breakfast buffet. For a touch of rejuvenation, add a 50-minute Sagestone Swedish Massage for just $69!
  • Last Minute Super Deal $209** per person - A complete package in our Deluxe rooms includes 3 meals daily, hiking, complimentary bike usage, fitness classes and more. Add extra pampering with a revitalizing 80-minute massage for only $99. Upgrade to our luxury Villa for only $80 more per person.

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Monday
Nov172008

Kick Off Holiday Travel Season with $39.99 Rate and $3,000 in Orlando Discounts

Visitors looking to save some “dough” on a vacation to Orlando this November, December and January are in luck. Rosen Hotels & Resorts is kicking off the holiday travel season with an “Orlan-Dough Mega Value Package,” offering a nightly rate of $39.99, plus tax, per night (double occupancy), $25.00 in food and beverage discounts, and the “Orlan-Dough Mega Value Pack,” filled with discounts and offers for theme parks, attractions, dinner shows, restaurants, golf and spa worth a combined value of more than $3,000.

The offer is valid for travel from Nov. 17, 2008 to Jan. 31, 2009 at Rosen Hotels & Resorts four Orlando leisure properties - Quality Inn International, Rodeway Inn International, Quality Inn Plaza and Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista.

Adding to the allure of fall and winter travel to Orlando, the “Orlan-Dough Mega Value Pack” coupon book provides a combined value of more than $3,000 in money-saving offers from the following:

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Friday
Nov142008

Families Save Big on SeaWorld Orlando Vacation Packages at Residence Inn Orlando

Four Night Orlando Getaway Includes Tickets to SeaWorld with Rates Starting at $516


Families of four, or more, have the chance to save BIG on the newest Orlando family vacation package from the Residence Inn Orlando SeaWorld/ International Center. With unbeatable rates starting at $516, the package also includes four tickets to SeaWorld Orlando.


Voted number one in the “Best for Families” category by TripAdvisor, this Orlando, Florida hotel near SeaWorld lets guests enjoy an array of family-friendly amenities including a heated outdoor swimming pool, game room and sport court.


The SeaWorld Orlando Vacation package includes:

 

  • Deluxe accommodations for four nights
  • Tickets to SeaWorld Orlando for two adults and two children (one child
  • ticket per adult, up to two)
  • Complimentary amenities including hot breakfast daily, parking and
  • high-speed Internet access
  • Rates from $516-$1,436
  • Valid through December 31, 2008

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Friday
Nov142008

Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air Announce Winter Escape Sale

Low fares for travel now through March 2009


Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have launched a “Winter Escape” sale featuring low fares to many of the carriers’ destinations in the Lower 48, Canada and Mexico. The fares start as low as $49 each way.

“Now’s the time to travel, with low fares to a variety of great destinations, from warm weather beach resorts to great ski mountains,” said Steve Jarvis, Alaska Airlines’ vice president of marketing, sales and customer experience. “We’re hoping that customers will take advantage of these low fares and our great schedules to plan their holiday travel or a post New Years’ getaway.”


Customers should act fast, as tickets must be purchased by Nov. 24 for travel from Dec. 3 through March 11, 2009.


Sample one-way fares are:

  • $49 between Portland, Ore., and Redmond/Bend, Ore.;
  • $64 between Seattle and San Francisco; $99 between Portland and Las Vegas;
  • $109 between Seattle and Minneapolis/St. Paul; and $209 between Seattle and Anchorage, Alaska.

A complete list of fares is available at alaskaair.com and horizonair.com or by calling (800) ALASKAAIR.

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Friday
Nov142008

Vacation Values in Tough Times

It was once said that the ultimate optimist is an adventure traveler. Never knowing what might be around the bend of a trail, over that forested hill, through the next river canyon or down a dimly-lit cobblestone alley, the adventure spirit keeps us forging on, ready to be amazed and thrilled. No trip is really a bad trip and there’s no time better than the present to start planning and booking the next escape. At Trusted Adventures we know that times are tough, that’s why we’ve put together these great travel values to help you save some money and fuel that inextinguishable wanderlust!

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Thursday
Nov132008

TEMPTATION RESORT SPA LOS CABOS OFFERS UP TO 40% OFF RATES WITH OPENING SPECIAL

The new Temptation Resort Spa in Los Cabos, set to open February 21, 2009, invites travelers to soak up the sun in Mexico for up to 40% off its normal rates.

The new all-inclusive 149-room Temptation Resort Spa welcomes singles and couples to experience a contemporary take on the all-inclusive holiday. A hip vibe is the hallmark of this beachfront resort where the adult atmosphere allows guests to invigorate and refresh in a fun, chic and modern atmosphere. Temptation’s Cast Members lead the charge each day with fun, lively and adventurous activities.

The Temptation Resort Spa Opening Special offers discounted rates 30% off regular Spring 2009 rates and 40% off regular rates for the remainder of the year.

  • $169 - $242 USD per person, per night (based on double occupancy) for all-inclusive room accommodations valid for travel from February 21, 2009 through April 12, 2009 – 30% off regular rates.

 

  • $113 - $187 USD per person, per night (based on double occupancy) for all-inclusive room accommodations valid for travel from April 13, 2009 through December 25, 2009 – 40% off regular rates.


Rates include accommodations, all meals, gourmet dining, all drinks and cocktails, daily activities, nightly entertainment, hotel taxes and tips.

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