Are you one of the 56.7 million* Americans with Irish ancestry? Discover your family roots and track down ancestors with the help of a professional genealogist on this wallet-friendly Discover Your Roots: Genealogy Vacation now on sale at the Aer Lingus Vacation Store.
The 6-night Ireland vacation package starts at $1,399 and includes air, car, 5-star hotel accommodations, 5 nights at a B&B and genealogy consult.
Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland.
Why go:
This flexible ancestral journey offers the opportunity to visit historic castles, archaeological sites and scenic attractions as you experience first-hand the villages of family legend and possibly run into long lost relatives at a local pub.
With pre-paid lodging vouchers and rental car, you’re free to set your own pace as you trace your family history. Staying in traditional Irish homesteads or modern working farms, you’ll experience life as a local and enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the Irish people.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
I’m in Los Cabos, Mexico, this week and stumbled across this cool set of travel deals offered by The Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau ‘Los Cabos a la Carte,’ a new promotion in which travelers can select the vacation package of their choice from a menu of special offers from hotels and resorts throughout the region.
The following packages and promotions are currently available in conjunction with ‘Los Cabos a la Carte’:
Cabo Azul Resort
Phone Number for Reservations: 1-888-536-4059
Web Address: www.caboazulresort.com/lcvb
Package: Cabo Azul Couples Retreat
- Four days and three nights in a fully appointed 1 bedroom villa
- Two fifty minute PAZ Signature massages - The PAZ Signature Massage begins with our own unique aromatherapy oils extracted from exotic flowers and herbs. The oils are drizzled onto pressure points to relax the body before a customized massage of Swedish, Thai, and Reflexology techniques soothe the body, relieve stress, and restore mental and physical balance
- Two fifty minute full facials
- All treatments are in PAZ Mind and Body Spa – Cabo Azul’s Award winning spa
- Unlimited use of fitness center
- Offer valid for travel from June 1 through September 30, 2009
- Package rate is $1,299 representing a 39% savings from our retail rate of $2,130
- Taxes and gratuities are not included in this package
Cabo Villas Beach Resort & Spa
Phone Number for Reservations: 1-866-962-2268
Web Address: www.cabovillasbeachresort.com
Package: Escape to the Beach
- 4 Days / 3 Nights stay in an Oceanview Deluxe Bedroom for two people
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- Daily Breakfast Buffet for 2 people
- 20% discount in our SPA RITUAL
- 15% discount on food and beverage
- Welcome drinks
- $550.00 taxes included
- Offer valid for travel between now and December 15, 2009
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
From iconic hotels and electric nightlife, to luxurious spas, abundant golf courses and fun-filled casinos, Las Vegas is a destination like no other. With vacation packages including airfare and hotel stay from
$68* per person, per night, the deals are on for a Las Vegas getaway.
Source: American Airlines, Inc.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
EARLY BIRDS SAVE UP TO 50% OFF AIR TAHITI NUI AUGUST – DECEMBER FARES, FROM JUST $858“One Week” Packages in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora Also Available From $1,198
It pays to plan ahead. Air Tahiti Nui’s unprecedented “Early Bird” fares are up to 50% off regular prices, starting at only $858 per person including taxes and fees. Savvy travelers can reap even greater savings when they bundle their roundtrip Moana (economy) class flights from Los Angeles to Tahiti with a six-night hotel stay in Tahiti, Moorea or Bora Bora; packages start from just $1,198 per person including breakfast daily. To lock in these special offers on travel August 12 – December 10, 2009, bookings must be made by May 11.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Table Rock Jungle, a jungle lodge immersed in Belize’s rainforest right outside of the town of San Ignacio, is announcing a special three-night, all-inclusive vacation package for just $700 per person.
The package includes all meals; accommodations; tours of the ATM Caves, the Caracol Maya site and canoeing; tubing and swimming at Big Rock Falls, as well as ground transfers to and from the Belize International Airport.
A five-night package is also available with the same inclusions mentioned above, as well as tours of Barton Creek Cave and the Maya sites of Xunantunich and Tikal. The five-night package is offered for $1185 per person.
For more information visit www.tablerockbelize.com.
Source: Belize Tourism Board
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
The Blue Crab Beach, a family-friendly adventure hotel located in Placencia, Belize, is launching several different specials, designed to fit a wide range of budgets. Guests booking six nights at the hotel will receive a seventh night free and children under the age of 16 stay for free. A 10 percent discount is also available for returning visitors, on top of the current 20 percent taken off the hotel’s summer rates. And, groups booking three rooms or more will receive an additional 10 percent off their accommodations.
For more information on travel specials offered by Blue Crab Beach, visit www.BlueCrabBeach.com.
Source: Belize Tourism Board
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
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.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
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.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
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:
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
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
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Newly-Renovated, Expanded St. Lucia Resort Offers Guests $199/night rate now through December 15, 2008
Villa Beach Cottages, one of St. Lucia’s best-kept-secret resorts, is pleased to announce special low rates for bookings now through December 15, 2008.
Nestled among the coconut trees of Choc Bay, just a few short yards from the Caribbean Sea, Villa Beach Cottages has recently undergone extensive renovations and improvements and provides guests with comfortable, casual luxury in an idyllic location. Offering panoramic views of the ocean, the lush green mountains of the northern coastline and an offshore island, this unique property is situated in a paradise-like setting, and is known for its warm, friendly service and picturesque, peaceful location.
Guests will receive the special rate of just $199/night for accommodations in a brand new, deluxe one-bedroom villa suite. The beautiful and luxurious self-contained villa suites feature intricately-carved four-poster beds, living and dining rooms with indigenous designer furniture, fully-equipped kitchens with marble countertops, including full-sized appliances, and large balconies with teak furniture and steamers overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The deluxe one-bedroom suites include bathrooms with his and hers pedestal sinks and in-room Jacuzzi tubs with an ocean view. All of the villas feature state-of the-art room amenities such as LCD flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players, and high-speed Internet access.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
MONTANA’S TRIPLE CREEK RANCH OFFERS A RARE DISCOUNT ON 3 ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES OVER SELECT JANUARY AND FEBRUARY DATES
20% Off Room Rates Also Offered
Triple Creek Ranch, Montana’s beautiful Relais & Châteaux hideaway in the Bitterroot Mountains of Montana, has long been the favored luxury getaway of couples who appreciate a perfect balance of rest, romance and Rocky Mountain recreation. Now, the award-winning resort will offer a 20% discount on three all-inclusive, five-day/four-night packages over selected dates in January and February 2009. For guests wishing to extend their stay or looking for a short visit that is not part of a package, room rates are also discounted 20% during January 3 – 13, 2009; January 24 – February 17, 2009; and February 20 – 28, 2009).
Whether couples opt to snowmobile alongside bighorn sheep, ski cross-country or downhill at Lost Trail Powder Mountain or revel in their romance, each packages includes accommodations in a luxury log cabin with private hot tub and fireplace; all meals, snacks and beverages (including gourmet breakfasts and multi-course candlelit dinners with house wines and cocktails), horseback riding in the snow, snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing; and two – one hour massages.
Special rates and available packages and dates include:
Romantic Paradise in the Mountains of Montana — Priced $3,420 per couple on the following dates: February 5 – 17 and February 20 – 28, 2009
Also includes Champagne and Godiva chocolates on arrival, couples’ massage followed by Champagne, use of all on-ranch facilities (horseback riding, hiking, snowshoeing and exercise facilities)
Winter Snowmobile Adventure Special — Priced $4,200 per couple on the following dates: January 3 – 13, 2009, January 24 – February 17 and February 20 – 28, 2008
Also includes two days snowmobiling for two, freshly baked cookies and a bottle of wine on arrival and use of all on-ranch facilities (horseback riding, hiking, snowshoeing and exercise facilities)
Ski the Mountains of Montana — Priced $3,320 per couple on the following dates: January 3 – 13, 2009, January 24 – February 17 and February 20 – 28, 2008
Also includes a day of downhill skiing at Lost Trail Powder Mountain for two with lift tickets and equipment rentals, a day of cross-country skiing at Chief Joseph Pass for two with equipment, freshly baked cookies and a bottle of wine on arrival and use of all on-ranch facilities (horseback riding, hiking, snowshoeing and exercise facilities)
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Winter, Wild West Style
4 Night/3 Day Teton Springs Lodge & Spa Winter Ski Package
Teton Valley, Idaho, had been one of the west’s best kept secrets to vacationers for many years. However located just 25 minutes away from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, this fast growing tourism destination is thriving today, offering an abundance of outdoor recreation possibilities for any season.
Teton Springs Lodge & Spa is proud to be the area’s first luxury accommodation with an atmosphere that complements the scenic and tranquil setting of the majestic Teton mountain range. Equidistant (about 25 minutes) from two of the nation’s best mountains – Grand Targhee Resort and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the resort offers a four night, three day ski package with accommodations in a cozy lodge room plus three full days of skiing (Grand Targhee or Jackson Hole) and a complimentary continental breakfast each morning.
Guests have access to outdoor hot tubs, a state-of-the-art fitness center and use of the Stillwaters Spa. For those in need of a day off the slopes, the resort is happy to offer a $50 credit towards any spa treatment. This package starts at $520 per person, based on double occupancy. Valid December 15, 2008 thru March 30, 2009. Based on availability and not valid with any other offers or promotions. Offer does not include taxes or resort fee.
Call toll-free, 1-877-787-7887, to book this special winter package.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Celebrate Darwin’s 200th Birthday In “The Enchanted Islands” Alongside Tortoises, Iguanas, Sea Lions and Penguins With International Expeditions
Since inspiring Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, the Galapagos has gone from an uninhabited island chain to a global hub of ecotourism. To kick off the year of Darwin’s 200th birthday, International Expeditions is celebrating with $500 per person — $1,000 per couple — savings on its January 2 and 16, 2009 voyages. Like all Galapagos Islands departures with the world leader in nature travel, these will bring guests face to face with some of the most interesting and accessible wildlife anywhere.
During the intimate 10-day Galapagos cruise, guests come just inches from giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, penguins, iguanas and many other animals. International Expeditions’ renowned naturalist guides — all Galapagos National Park-certified with top “Naturalist Level 3” designations — lead talks about the islands’ highly diverse and rich ecosystems featuring desert landscapes, lush highland forests, volcanic soils and nutrient-rich waters, and discussions on conservation practices to protect this fragile environment.
International Expeditions’ 32-passenger M/V Evolution navigates the islands, and unlike larger vessels, the expedition ship is small enough to access some of the most compelling sites, like Genovesa (Tower) Island, home to red-footed booby and frigatebird colonies. The ship’s pangas (landing craft) are used several times a day and with space for all to go easily and quickly ashore, there’s no queuing up. Accommodations aboard the Evolution are spacious and comfortable, with a host of amenities including an observation deck, sun deck and canopied bar (a superb place for whale watching). Complimentary snorkeling equipment, wet suits and kayaks are available for use on a variety of excursions.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
The Capital in London Offers 2009 Fixed Dollar Rates
The Capital Hotel, situated in the heart of Knightsbridge and just steps away from the renowned shopping at Harrods and Harvey Nichols, is offering travelers to London a chance to enjoy all the delights of the city at more affordable prices by offering their Capital Idea fixed-dollar rate for 2009.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
FOUR NEW YEAR-LONG PACKAGES FOR 2009 UNVEILED BY ROSEWOOD LITTLE DIX BAY
Luxury, Spa, Romance, and Getaway Packages Offer Savings of up to 15%
Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands is offering four luxury packages at special prices available January 3 - December 17, 2009. The four packages - The Best of LDB, 5-Night Spa Sojourn, 7-Night Romance Escape, and Simply Little Dix - are the perfect way to experience the resort’s private half-mile crescent beach; superb water sports; Sense, A Rosewood Spa; multiple dining choices; and a program of excursions including the highly popular boat drop-offs at selected Virgin Gorda beaches. All packages are priced based on double occupancy and include full daily breakfast, airport transfers, government taxes and 10% resort fees. Packages are based on availability; blackout dates apply.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Travelers wanting to trade grey skies and blustery weather for the sapphire waters and waving palms of the Caribbean don’t expect a price break during the winter season. However this winter Discovery at Marigot Bay on the beautiful island of St. Lucia is offering its Simply Romantic Winter Break with savings of 20% on rooms and 25% savings on a whole host of romantic vacation amenities.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Dreaming of the perfect European vacation? Now is the time to make it a reality. For a limited time, American Airlines is offering great fares to London, Paris, Milan and Rome starting at just $223* each way, based on round-trip purchase. Purchase your ticket by October 15, 2008, for travel October 2 through December 15, 2008.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Celebrate inaugural Hawaiian season and discover the very best way to experience Hawaii.
American Safari Cruises (ASC) guests are passionate about nature, seeing it as up-close as imaginable from the bow and decks of a luxury expedition yacht or being active in the outdoors on guided hikes, kayaking and skiff excursions. Now ASC is translating the realization of these passionate pursuits from their explorations in Alaska’s Inside Passage and Mexico’s Sea of Cortés to the Hawaiian Islands. And in Hawaii they up the ante to include 4 sailboats, wet suits and snorkeling gear, windsurfers and appearances by Hawaiians to “talk story” about their unique traditions and culture passionately and authentically. The ASC style of cruising is new to Hawaii and will change the visitors’ map of Hawaii for the future - leading small groups to the extraordinarily beautiful and small group-exclusive islands of Molokai and Lanai and to backcountry hideaways of the Big Island and Maui.
An all-inclusive Hawaiian Islands 8 day/7 night itinerary begins at $3,995 pp/double
Book your Hawaiian Yacht Cruise by October 31, 2008 and Receive a $250.00* per person Travel Credit
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
The best-of-both-worlds is now even better at St. Lucia’s all-inclusive Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa. To further cater to guests the resort has launched the “Harmony” and “Splash” wings and introduced several upgrades including redecorated rooms, a new adult pool bar, theme nights, fun snacks and the Caribbean’s first paintball facility.
To introduce the upgrades and launch Harmony and Splash, Coconut Bay is offering value-added packages with special prices for travelers seeking fall, winter and holiday savings.
Between December 1-20, 2008, guests can choose from three packages:
Fall Romance Getaway for $115 including a Champagne Arrival Reception, complimentary Bubbles-in-Bed (turndown service), 1/2 hour couples’ massage, introduction to kite surfing or windsurfing class. Rates are per person, per day based on double occupancy in a deluxe ocean view room.
Kids Stay Free with Fall Family Frenzy from $99 and receive a round of paintball for the entire family, introduction to kitesurfing or windsurfing class (everyone over age 12), a CocoPack for each child under 12 (backpack, water bottle, hat and t-shirt) and a thirty-minute couple’s massage for mom and dad. Rates are per person, per day based on double occupancy in a deluxe garden view room, kids under 18 stay free (max. 2 kids per room).
Inaugural Premium Package for $149. Complimentary Continental breakfast room service, bottle of preferred drink in room, couples’ private beach picnic, Couples’ oceanfront dinner and preferred dinner reservations. Rates are per person, per day based on double occupancy in a premium ocean view room.
Over the holidays guests have the option of celebrating Christmas or starting the New Year:
Christmas for $199. Rates are per person, per day based on double occupancy in a deluxe garden view room. Valid December 21-31, 2008.
Bring in the New Year for $157. Rates are per person, per day based on double occupancy in a deluxe garden view room. Valid January 1-21, 2009.
For reservations or more information call 866-978-6226 toll free from the US or 758-456-9999 or email: reservations@cbayresort.com. Space is limited and must be booked by 10/15/08.
Source: Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".