Visit Britain: Deals and discounts
Americans interested in traveling to Britain on vacation should sign up for VisitBritain’s monthly newsletter ‘Britain Your Way’ for the best deals and discounts to destinations throughout Britain. www.visitbritain.us
Among the latest deals announced is this one from Virgin Vacations…
Virgin Vacations are offering a ‘London At Its Best’ package starting at $899 per person for travel from March 25 through May 15, 2008. The package includes round-trip airfare (excluding taxes), six nights hotel accommodations in London including taxes and service charges, and continental breakfast daily. The package must be purchased by March 20, 2008. www.virgin-vacations.com
Or, this great deal from the Athenaeum hotel…
The five-star Athenaeum Hotel & Apartments in London is offering dollar rates for American travelers beginning at $350 for an executive guestroom (excluding tax). A four-night minimum stay is required and these rates may fluctuate seasonally. The current pound sterling rate for that room category is £350, so the saving for Americans represents a pound for dollar rate right now. Bookings can be made by calling toll-free 1-800-335-3300. www.athenaeumhotel.com
CLICK HERE for more great Visit Britain deals and discounts.
SOURCE: Visit Britain
Have you booked your spring vacation yet? Now is the perfect time to start planning – with American Airlines fares to Mexico and the Caribbean as low as $52* each way! Purchase your tickets by March 18, 2008, and travel between April 1 and May 22, 2008, to enjoy these low fares!
Sale fares from cities throughout the U.S. to all American Airlines destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean.
* Fares shown are based on a round-trip ticket. Additional restrictions, taxes and fees apply.
Restrictions
Purchase Requirements: Tickets must be purchased on AA.com by March 18, 2008; 3 days prior to departure or within 1 day of making reservations, whichever comes first.
Travel Period: Travel between April 1 and May 22, 2008.
Valid Travel Days: Sale fares are valid for travel Monday through Thursday; other days are subject to higher fares.
Embargo Dates: None.
Min/Max Stay: 3-day minimum stay is required and a 30-day maximum stay is allowed.
Reservation Change Fee: If reservations change criteria are met, changes are subject to $100 fee plus any fare difference. See below for change criteria.
Ticket Type: Fares are based on round-trip Economy class travel.
Availability: Sale fares are subject to availability and may change without notice.
To view other sales or to Search All Fare Sales, visit Fare Sales .
SOURCE: American Airlines
Travelzoo.com just launched a special section on their site dedicated to spring break deals. You’ll find such gems as a Colorado ski package for $200 off, flights to the Caribbean from $99, and even a brand-new Cancun resort at 50% OFF!
Click the link below to check out these deals and more:
http://www.travelzoo.com/springbreak/
There’s even more great news. Many airlines recently launched spring sales. If you’re planning to book flights, don’t delay, because prices will only go up from here. Travelzoo’s SuperSearch tool lets you enter your travel details just once to quickly check multiple sites. Plus, it’s powered by over 2.5 million consumer ratings to help you find the best deal.
Click the link below to visit SuperSearch:
http://www.travelzoo.com/supersearch/
Source: Travelzoo Inc.
Winter weather getting you down? Head south with the new Shake the Blues JetBlue Getaways package to St. Maarten—offering a 40 percent savings.
Rates from $769.00 Per Person on All-Inclusive Stays Now Through March 31; Offer Follows New, Daily Non-Stop Flights From JFK
White sand Caribbean beaches and big savings at St. Maarten’s top resorts make low-fare, high-value carrier JetBlue Airways’ latest offer a winning combination. Complementing the airline’s recent debut of non-stop service from New York’s John F. Kennedy airport, one of JetBlue Getaways’ vacation packages to St. Maarten offers travelers 40 percent savings on all-inclusive rates at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino.
The new Shake the Blues JetBlue Getaways package begins at $769.00 (a) per person for a three-night stay on the resort’s all-inclusive plan. This package is valid for stays now through March 31, 2008, and the vacation must be booked by March 30. Prices do not include airline taxes and fees of $94.15. Offer available for select cities. The all-inclusive plan includes daily buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, à la carte meals at Palms Grill Restaurant & Bar, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks, non-motorized water sports, a complimentary $20 USD match play coupon daily per room for casino play and all hotel taxes and gratuities.
Bring your appetite for life at St. Maarten’s Sonesta properties. Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in Dutch St. Maarten’s southwest shore is a “destination within a destination.” The 10-acre, 537-room beachfront property features a casino, nightclub, spa, promenade of shops and eateries, beach and more. www.sonesta.com/mahobeach.
JetBlue Getaways customers book discounted vacation packages including airfare, hotel, airport transfers and/or various activities at one time, saving valuable time and money. Customers can book a JetBlue Getaways vacation package to St. Maarten at www.jetblue.com or through the JetBlue Getaways desk by calling 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583), option 3.
JetBlue’s direct flights from New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to St. Maarten’s Princess Juliana Airport debuted on January 17, 2008. Service between 11 additional JetBlue destinations and St. Maarten is also available with easy and convenient connections at JFK, including: Boston; Las Vegas; and Washington, D.C./Dulles.
New York-based JetBlue Airways has created a new airline category based on value, service and style. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue is now pleased to offer customers the most legroom throughout coach (based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S. airlines). JetBlue introduced complimentary in-flight e-mail and instant messaging services on aircraft “BetaBlue,” a first among U.S. domestic airlines. JetBlue is also America’s first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customers inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue’s control. Visit www.jetblue.com/promise for details. JetBlue serves 53 cities with 550 daily flights. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JETBLUE (1-800-538-2583) or visit www.jetblue.com.
*Price is per person based on 3 nights at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino. Package must be booked by March 31, 2008 for travel/stay between February 11 and March 31, 2008. Packages are subject to availability. Advertised packages are based on double occupancy. Packages are capacity controlled and may not be available on every date or all flights and may be restricted to certain hotel room categories.
Source: Andria Mitsakos Public Relations
LAST MINUTE TRAVEL DEALS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Holiday travelers are offered exclusive vacation packages this season through LastMinuteTravel.com, the online travel site for thousands of late-breaking offers on cheap flights, hotels deals, vacation-packages, cruise deals, rental cars, and more.
“December and January are the perfect months to take advantage of Caribbean cruise deals, as well as low rates to vacation in Chicago, Las Vegas, Orlando, New York, and Mexico,” explains Lauren Volcheff, Marketing Director for Travel Holdings, Inc., the parent company for LastMinuteTravel.com. “We’re offering some of our best package deals yet for travel during the next few months, from all destinations across the country.”
Current last-minute getaway packages and hotel deals, based on a two-person search, include:
CRUISE THE WESTERN CARIBBEAN: $289
Sailing through the Caribbean for four nights from Miami, Fla., to ports in Key West and Playa del Carmen, Mexico, Last Minute Travelers can cruise from just $289 per person in an ocean view room on the Carnival Fascination. As an added perk, travelers can select the exact deck and cabin of their choice when booking online.
ORLANDO TO CHICAGO: $238
Floridians can experience a snow-white holiday by vacationing to Chicago’s four-star Whitehall Hotel, with flight and accommodations for four nights starting at just $238 per person. This boutique, luxury hotel is a landmark to Chicago’s downtown area, designated “one of the eight great small hotels of the U.S.” by Fortune magazine.
DENVER TO LAS VEGAS: $238
Trade the Colorado slopes for Vegas slots with a three-night roundtrip getaway to the AAA Four Diamond Golden Nugget Hotel, located directly on the strip, from just $238 per person. This newly renovated hotel boasts multiple restaurants, nightly entertainment, and 45,000 square feet of casino space.
LOS ANGELES TO CANCUN: $410
Say “hola” to a four-night holiday in Cancun’s Mexican Caribbean starting at just $410 at the All-Inclusive four-star Oasis Cancun located in the heart of the Hotel Zone. This resort offers eight restaurants and nine bars, a Marina for water sports, and the one of the largest swimming pools in Latin America.
NASHVILLE TO NEW YORK: $283
Directly across from New York City’s famed Central Park and steps from the Museum of Natural History and Modern Art, the Astor on the Park offers Tennesseans a three-night Manhattan getaway through Last Minute Travel from just $283.
PHILADELPHIA TO MIAMI: $358
A six-night vacation getaway to Miami’s renowned Art Deco District starts at just $358 when staying at the Continental Oceanfront South Beach hotel, a two-star beachfront hotel located on Collins Avenue and steps away from Miami’s hottest spots.
CHARLOTTE TO ORLANDO: $254
Travelers from North Carolina can vacation to Central Florida for five magical nights starting at $254 per person at the three-star Orlando Metropolitan Express. This hotel, designated a “Disney Good Neighbor,” is located on International Drive, and offers a complimentary continental breakfast.
Additional holiday deals from destinations across the U.S. can be found by visiting www.LastMinuteTravel.com, or by signing up for Last Minute Travel’s “JetSetter” email tips newsletter.
ABOUT LastMinuteTravel.com
Last Minute Travel (www.LastMinuteTravel.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Travel Holdings, Inc., is the premier online Web site for Last Minute Travel deals offering airline tickets, hotel accommodations, vacation packages, car rentals and cruises. A pioneer in selling and marketing online travel, LastMinuteTravel.com allows travelers to find the best deals at the last possible moment, as hotel rates can change every second.
SOURCE: YParternship
Why not be there in person sharing the holiday spirit? This year, American Airlines makes it easier to do so than ever before. With fares starting at just $112* – their Holiday Fare Sale makes it more affordable to get to your loved ones, wherever they are and whenever you want to be there.
Fares are valid for travel on select dates through January 7, 2008.
*Taxes, fees and conditions apply.
Click here for additional information and booking.
SOURCE: American Airlines (www.aa.com)
Virgin Vacations is offering a “London & Edinburgh Fling” package starting from $989 for travel between January 1 and February 29, 2008.
The package includes roundtrip flights to London (excluding taxes), three nights hotel accommodation in London and three nights in Edinburgh (including hotel taxes), roundtrip flights between London and Edinburgh (excluding taxes), and continental breakfast daily. The package must be purchased by December 13, 2007.
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Whether you want to escape the holiday frenzy or get a head start on your new year fitness regime, take advantage of this last minute offer at Red Mountain Spa... hurry - offer valid through January 23rd!
Package Includes:
- Stylish Deluxe Accommodations
- Healthy Gourmet Cuisine - Three Meals Daily
- Daily Guided Morning Hikes, Awareness Walks and Tai Chi on the Rocks
- Unlimited Fitness Classes including Yoga, Pilates, Chi Ball, Reebok Core Board ® and more
- Cooking Demonstrations & Nutrition Classes
- Healthy Living Classes & Events
- Full Use of Resort Facilities including: Indoor and Seasonal Outdoor Pools, Whirlpools, Walking Trails, Strength Training and Cybex Cardio Equipment
- Spa & Salon Services, Golf, Outdoor Adventure Trips, and Health & Fitness Services can be added to any package for an additional fee.
- Teens age 12-17 can be added to this package at a reduced rate.
* No nightly minimum. Rates quoted per person per night, based upon double occupancy. Subject to availability. Villa suites and single occupancy available at higher rate. Weekends and holidays may be higher. Valid thru 1/23/08.
For more information Click Here *Book online - save 5%.
About Red Mountain Spa:
Red Mountain Spa, nestled in the red rock bluffs of Snow Canyon State Park in Southwest Utah and a picturesque two-hour drive from Las Vegas, is an extraordinary fitness and health destination featuring outdoor adventure, luxurious pampering and the most extensive hiking program in the Southwest. Highlights include the Sagestone Spa & Salon offering more than 50 treatments and services, many incorporating indigenous ingredients. Specializing in outdoor adventure fitness programs for all levels, Red Mountain Spa is located at 1275 E. Red Mountain Circle, St. George, Utah 84738. For reservations call toll- free:877.246.HIKE, direct: 435.673.4905, or visit the Web site, www.RedMountainSpa.com
SOURCE: Red Mountain Spa
Summer's Last Gasp!
Summer is fading fast, but there is still time to fit in some fun.
The Arizona Tourism Center is making the most of summer's last days. With special deals on Sedona hotels & activities, now is the time to take that well deserved summer vacation.
Additionally, Sedona has many special events planned: Moonlight Madness in Uptown Sedona, Jazz on the Rocks, Sedona Arts Festival, Red Rocks Music Festival & more.
Or simply explore Sedona's spectacular Red Rocks with one of the many activities the Arizona Tourism Center offers; Jeep, Hot Air Balloon, helicopter, horseback ride, golf, wine tastings & vineyard tours, etc.
So, get away to Sedona, Arizona & take advantage of summer's last gasp.
The Arizona Tourism Center can custom-design an end of summer vacation to remember... From hotels & resorts to activities & tours. Even meal reservations.
Call 1.877.444.8044 & Get Away Today! Or visit www.arizonatourismcenter.com
- There's No Time to Waste When Fares Are As Low As $39* for Three Days Only -
AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AAI) , today launched a sale for travel to all of the airline's destinations with fares starting as low as $39*. Travelers may purchase these sale fares at http://www.airtran.com/ or via AirTran Airways' reservations system at 1-800-AIR-TRAN. For Spanish, call 1- 877-581-9842.
"With sale fares this low, you can book a great fall getaway now, but these sale fares are only available for three days, so don't procrastinate," said Matthew Klein, director of pricing and revenue management. "Not only will our passengers enjoy flying in comfort on America's youngest all-Boeing fleet, we also offer affordable Business Class seating on every flight and more than 100 channels of XM Satellite Radio in every seat."
The special fares are available for purchase through August 16, 2007, are good for travel through November 14, 2007. Off-peak travel fares valid on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, and peak travel fares are valid on Monday, Thursday and Friday. Like all AirTran Airways fares, prices included in this sale are available for one-way travel and do not require a roundtrip purchase or an overnight stay.
Following is a sample of the one-way sale fares. All fares require a 10- day advance purchase and are valid in either direction:
Sample Fares: Tues/Wed/Sat Mon/Thurs/Fri
Akron/Canton - Ft. Lauderdale $94 $114
Akron/Canton - New York (LaGuardia) $59 $79
Atlanta - Daytona Beach $69 $79
Atlanta - Newburgh $69 $89
Atlanta - Orlando $69 $79
Atlanta - Philadelphia $84 $99
Atlanta - Richmond $59 $69
Atlanta - St. Louis $74 $84
Atlanta - White Plains (Westchester) $69 $79
Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Charlotte $69 $89
Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Portland Maine $49 $74
Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Rochester $49 $74
Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Tampa $79 $99
Bloomington/Normal - Atlanta $79 $89
Boston - Akron-Canton $59 $79
Boston - Baltimore/Washington (BWI) $49 $59
Boston - Chicago (Midway) $79 $99
Boston - Philadelphia $39 $69
Charleston - Memphis $69 $89
Chicago (Midway) - Charlotte $59 $79
Chicago (Midway) - Ft. Myers $74 $99
Chicago (Midway) - Minneapolis/St. Paul $39 $59
Chicago (Midway) - Sarasota/Bradenton $89 $99
Dallas/Ft. Worth - Baltimore/Washington (BWI) $99 $119
Dallas/Ft. Worth - Orlando $99 $119
Dayton - Atlanta $69 $89
Dayton - Baltimore/Washington (BWI) $59 $74
Daytona Beach - St. Louis $89 $99
Detroit - Orlando $89 $94
Detroit - Phoenix $149 $169
Detroit - Tampa $99 $99
Flint - Atlanta $79 $99
Flint - Daytona Beach $89 $99
Flint - Orlando $89 $99
Ft. Lauderdale - Newburgh $69 $89
Ft. Lauderdale - Portland Maine $89 $99
Ft. Myers - Detroit $99 $109
Ft. Myers - Indianapolis $74 $79
Ft. Myers - Washington DC (Reagan National) $79 $99
Ft. Myers - White Plains (Westchester) $89 $99
Gulfport/Biloxi - New York (LaGuardia) $74 $99
Gulfport/Biloxi - Richmond $74 $99
Houston (Hobby) - New York (LaGuardia) $99 $134
Houston (Hobby) - Richmond $99 $134
Indianapolis - West Palm Beach $74 $99
Kansas City - Charleston $99 $119
Memphis - Orlando $59 $79
Miami - Chicago (Midway) $79 $89
Milwaukee - Baltimore/Washington (BWI) $49 $69
Newark - Atlanta $79 $89
Newburgh - Orlando $69 $89
Newport News/Williamsburg - Boston $49 $79
Newport News/Williamsburg - Ft. Lauderdale $64 $84
Newport News/Williamsburg - New York (LaGuardia) $59 $79
Orlando - Newport News/Williamsburg $64 $89
Orlando - Richmond $69 $89
Orlando - Washington DC (Dulles or Reagan National) $59 $69
Philadelphia -Tampa $79 $87
Phoenix - Atlanta $119 $139
Portland Maine - Atlanta $99 $129
Portland Maine - Orlando $99 $99
Raleigh/Durham - Dallas/Ft. Worth $99 $119
Raleigh/Durham - Phoenix $149 $169
Richmond - Houston (Hobby) $99 $134
Rochester - Tampa $94 $99
St. Louis - Orlando $89 $99
San Diego - Atlanta $119 $149
Sarasota/Bradenton - Baltimore Washington (BWI) $79 $79
Tampa - Dayton $89 $99
Tampa - Indianapolis $89 $99
Tampa - Newburgh $79 $84
West Palm Beach - Chicago (Midway) $69 $99
West Palm Beach - White Plains (Westchester) $69 $79
White Plains (Westchester) - Ft. Lauderdale $69 $79
White Plains (Westchester) - Orlando $69 $79
White Plains (Westchester) - Tampa $79 $99
AirTran Airways, a Fortune 1000 company, offers passengers more than 700 affordable, daily flights to 56 destinations throughout the United States. The airline is the second-largest carrier at its hub, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and one of America's largest low-fare airlines. With more than 8,800 friendly Crew Members and free online booking on http://www.airtran.com/, AirTran Airways makes travel both pleasant and convenient. The airline flies America's youngest all-Boeing fleet, composed of the fuel-efficient Boeing 737-700 and 717-200 aircraft. AirTran Airways was also the first to install XM Satellite Radio on a commercial aircraft and the only airline with Business Class seating on every flight. For more information, visit http://www.airtran.com/.
- All fares are non-refundable and a $60 fee per person applies to any change made after purchase through September 30, 2007, plus any applicable increase in airfare. A $75 fee per person will apply to changes made after September 30, 2007, plus any applicable increase in airfare. Reservations may be obtained or changed through an AirTran Airways Telephone Reservations Center for an additional $5 per person. Ten-day advance purchase required. Tickets must be purchased by August 16, 2007. Fares to/from Grand Bahama Island are valid for travel through September 4, 2007. Fares to/from Seattle are valid for travel through November 6, 2007. Fares for travel to/from all other markets are valid through November 14, 2007. Lowest advertised fares are available for travel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Additional sale fares are valid for travel on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Sale fares are not valid for travel on Sundays. Seats are limited, subject to availability, and may not be available on all flights. Blackout dates are as follows: August 31 and September 3, 2007. Fares, routes, and schedules are subject to change without notice. Fares do not include per-segment tax of $3.40. A segment is defined as one takeoff and one landing. The September 11th security fee of up to $10 is not included. Airport Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18 are not included. Fares to/from Grand Bahama Island do not include U.S. and Bahamian taxes of $91.20.
SOURCE: Airtran Airways
Check Out Great South of the Border Savings at Expedia.com.
Hotels from $99, air + 4 nights from $606
Get great rates for travel to Mexico's glorious Yucatan beaches. See Mayan ruins or laze by pool or sea, cooled by fresh ocean breezes. Book by August 17, travel by September 30, 2007.
SOURCE: Expedia.com
Do you color outside of the lines? Have you been known to take a walk on the wild side? Then American Airlines' Last-Minute Packages might be for you. Whether you want to delve into the weird in Austin, Texas, or ask "What would Dolly do?" in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, you'll save on these unique retreats.
Current Flight & Hotel Last Minute Deals: Sat, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 14
Boston Vicinity, MA
from $217
Includes: Flight, Hotel, Taxes & Fees
Current Fight & Car Last Minute Deals:
Washington, DC from $173
Raleigh-Durham, NC from $206
Cleveland, OH from $214
Dayton, OH from $237
Charlotte, NC from $253
Jacksonville, FL from $257
Columbus, OH from $259
Madison, Wisconsin from $261
Current Hotel & Car Last Minute Deals:
Raleigh-Durham, NC from $62
Phoenix, AZ from $66
St. Louis, MO from $67
Detroit, MI from $69
Orlando, FL from $70
Memphis, TN from $72
Indianapolis, IN from $72
Kansas City, MO from $73
*All prices are per person based on double occupancy and include tax.
How Last-Minute Packages work:
• Weekend getaway packages for this weekend and next.
We’ve got hundreds of last-minute packages that are updated constantly. We can offer you airfare, hotel, rental car, and even add-on items such as hot event tickets, walking tours of the city's hidden gems or pre-paid dinners at the best restaurants in town -- all for one great price.
• Sold from 14 days to three hours before departure.
It's possible to log on to Last-Minute Packages at lunchtime and be on your way to an exciting destination with hotel, airfare and optional rental car included by 5pm.
• Great deals.
Unsold airline seats, hotel rooms, rental cars and other travel extras are bundled together into dynamic, real-time packages—making them available to you at one low price. These great deals offer you the added convenience of choosing the package combination that best fits your needs: Flight & Hotel (add a car if you like), Flight & Car, or Hotel & Car. Get everything you need for a great weekend in one transaction!
• Packages with choice.
You choose your flights and hotel room from some of the travel industry's most trusted brands, including American Airlines, InterContinental Hotel Group, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Loews Hotels and Avis® Rent-A-Car.
• Available now.
Dynamic, real-time technology constantly updates flight, hotel and other travel information, ensuring that if a package is listed in the Last-Minute Packages section -- it's definitely available right now. Availability is limited though, and packages are removed from the site when they sell out, so when you see something you like, buy it! Last-Minute Packages cannot be reserved.
• Final purchases.
We offer amazing deals at the last minute but unfortunately we cannot provide refunds or exchanges. Because packages can be purchased as late as 3 hours before departure, we also cannot change dates or times of travel, hotel choice or names of travelers after a package is purchased.
SOURCE: American Airlines