Give a “Hoot” With Fares As Low As $29*
AirTran Airways, today launched a sale for travel from Atlanta on late evening flights with fares starting as low as $29*. 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.
“For some of our more nocturnal passengers, nighttime is a prime time to get things done and get out of town,” said Tad Hutcheson, vice president of marketing and sales for AirTran Airways. “These night owls can take advantage of great fares on late flights with AirTran Airways during our latest fare sale.”
These special fares are available for purchase through May 29, 2009, and are good for travel through September 8, 2009. Travel is valid from Atlanta only on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays on flights departing after 10 p.m. 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 14-day advance purchase and are valid from Atlanta only:
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Last minute.
No Problem.
I don’t know about you, but once I decide I’m ready to blow off life and go see the world, I’m ready NOW.
And, fortunately last minute doesn’t have to mean top dollar…
Check out these deals from GAP ADVENTURES where impulsive adventurers like me, and you, can save up to 25% on last minute adventure travel packages.
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Get your last night FREE at over 1,300 hotels
Give your budget a break … Stretch your vacation dollars further—a lot further. For a limited time, get your last night free in top destinations, including Las Vegas, Cancun, and New York City, when you book a stay on Expedia. Offer expires 05/31/09
Source: Expedia
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Good news budget travelers…
Delta Air Lines has just lowered its fares to most US cities. The reductions offer significant savings on advance-purchase leisure fares to some of the airline’s most popular summer travel destinations. Sale ends May 18th.
Sample reductions, effective immediately, include:
From To One-way fare* (based on round-trip purchase)
- Atlanta Detroit $69
- Salt Lake City Portland, Ore. $71
- Boston Myrtle Beach, S.C. $87
- New York (LGA) New Orleans $89
- Detroit Philadelphia $89
- Minneapolis Tampa, Fla. $99
- Atlanta Phoenix $109
- New York (JFK) San Francisco $109
- Minneapolis St. Louis $109
- Boston Indianapolis $112
*Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply.
Click here to learn more
Source: Delta Air Lines
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Cruise line extends Mother’s Day gift to include the entire month
Discovery Cruise Line, which offers cruise service between South Florida and Grand Bahama Island every day of the week except Wednesdays, announced that during the month of May, Mothers and Mothers-in-Law will sail free on a Fun Day cruise when accompanied by a full fare paying adult. The offer is good for new bookings from Fort Lauderdale only.
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Life Change: It’s A Buy 
Photo: Credit to Chris McClellanWhat’s transformation worth? With Air New Zealand’s “Travel to NZ and Get Your Life Back” fare, wayfarers will jet Los Angeles to Auckland for only $798 roundtrip that must be booked by April 29. Or you can head to life-altering experiences via the airline’s regular economy roundtrip fare as well: under $900 including taxes and fees. Compared to soaring economy fares of up to $3,000 roundtrip in pre-recession peak season, these airfares will lift both body and soul.
And travel to New Zealand will bring another option on June 10, when Qantas introduces new daily service from New York City to Auckland. Because these flights feature conveniently timed connections in Los Angeles, East Coasters will no longer need to fly via alternate carriers before connecting to Qantas aircraft at LAX.
Once on the ground in New Zealand, exchange rates are compelling with the U.S. dollar packing a punch against the Kiwi dollar (USD$1 = Kiwi$1.71), stretching the purchasing power of American travelers in New Zealand. Plus, hotel and tour deals in abundance make New Zealand a “buy.”
Source: Tourism New Zealand
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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.
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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
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- Take Advantage of Your Tax Return with Fares as Low as $39* -
AirTran Airways, today launched a sale for travel to all 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.
These special fares are available for purchase through April 23, 2009 and are good for travel through October 30, 2009. Off-peak travel sale fares are valid for travel on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Peak day sale fares are valid for travel 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:
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This offer, from one of my favorite adventure travel companies on the planet, Mountain Travel Sobek, just might be the deal of the year!
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Mountain Travel Sobek is offering 40 free adventures. Travelers who book a trip by Apr. 17 and depart by December 21, 2009 can bring a friend for free. Destinations include: Alaska, Costa Rica, the Galapagos Islands, Machu Picchu, Nepal, Bhutan and my personal favorite, Morocco.
I traveled with MTS a few years back on their awesome 14-day Morocco Camel Trek (a trip included in this offer) and loved it. You can read about my experiences online at DivineCaroline.com.
A little background: Mountain Travel began in 1969 with the belief that there is a little bit of adventure in everyone. The early days were fueled by the passions of outdoor enthusiasts who loved exploring wild places. 40 years later, they offer almost 200 adventures to destinations worldwide. Then in 1992, Mountain Travel merged with Sobek Expeditions, becoming Mountain Travel Sobek and continued discovering new destinations and ways to get you there. For more information call 888-682-6337 or visit www.mtsobek.com.
Let’s go!
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Travel deal of the day…
3-Day Sale! Bargain Fares on Frontier Airlines from $78 Round-Trip.
Expires 4/2/09
Source: Travelocity
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In response to the shaky economy, many hotels and destinations are offering worldwide deals to make travel more affordable than ever. The best way to get the global economy back on its feet is to start spending again, and here are a few great travel companies doing their part to help travelers. From Caribbean resorts and Amazon adventures to barging bargains in France and South African safaris, the deals abound. 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".
Nestled on a quiet stretch of sand and the glittering waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Anantara’s Koh Samui resort offers an experience that combines island magic, Thai charm and Anantara style. From now until July 15, 2009, guests can stay four nights for the price of three, starting at $177 (about $132.75 per night) http://samui.anantara.com
Source: Tourism Thailand
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From now until the end of April, guests can stay at the hot and happening Metropolitan Hotel Bangkok for a special room rate of $99 per night for a City Room (a savings of 62% off the regular rate). The Metropolitan combines a holistic East-West aesthetic with an upbeat, cool atmosphere in the heart of Bangkok. For more info, visit: www.metropolitan.como.bz/bangkok
Source: Tourism Thailand
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United Airlines is helping customers spring away this season to cities around the world with special fares and additional deals at participating Marriott(R) properties.
Sample domestic fares on United are each way for travel based on required roundtrip purchase by April 5, 2009 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday with travel complete by June 17, 2009. See below or visit united.com for complete terms and conditions.***
Domestic Fares:****
- $89 - Chicago-Seattle
- $49 - Denver-Los Angeles
- $49 - Los Angeles-San Francisco
- $196 - San Francisco-Honolulu
- $159 - Washington Dulles-Los Angeles
Sample international fares on United are each way for travel based on required roundtrip purchase. Purchase and travel completion dates, as well as travel days, vary by region; see below or visit united.com for complete terms and conditions.
International Fares:
- $379 - Chicago-Frankfurt
- $326 - Denver-Hong Kong
- $321 - Los Angeles-London
- $275 - San Francisco-Sydney
- $312 - Washington Dulles-Sao Paulo
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Beachfront Resorts Reward Guests with $75- $250 Credit
Whether seeking an island escape or an eco-adventure, travelers can save on their next getaway with resort credits between $75 and $250 at Hilton Barbados and Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa. Now through Dec. 31, 2009, the beachfront Hilton Barbados and Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa are offering special resort credits* for guests staying at least two nights.
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CASA COLONIAL BEACH & SPA GIVES GUESTS CASH BACK THROUGHOUT 2009
—Luxury five-star resort on the north coast of the Dominican Republic offers travelers 20 percent off room rate and complimentary daily breakfast on stays Sunday through Thursday April through December 23, 2009 -
The 50-room luxury boutique hotel, Casa Colonial Beach & Spa, situated on the Dominican Republic’s north coast, has announced another value-added offer for savvy travelers. Guests who book a stay from Sunday through Thursday in 2009 at the lavish Casa Colonial Beach & Spa will receive 20 percent off their room rate and complimentary daily breakfast.
The discount of 20 percent will be taken off stays Sunday through Thursday on rack rates ranging from $350 - $1,300 in high season (January 4 – April 18, 2009) and $286 - $968 in low season (April 19 through December 23, 2009). The offer cannot be combined with packages or existing offers, is based upon space availability and a two-night minimum stay is required.
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Surf’s up in the Aloha State! Hawaii is on sale like never before.
Here are just a few Hawaii deals I’ve found that are available now…
- Hotel Deals from $120
from Travelocity
- Save up to $325 on Hawaiian Packages, from $275 pp
at Priceline.
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Ready for a beach vacation this spring? From white sand beaches in Barbados to Mayan ruins in Mexico, Orbitz is offering some hot deals in top Caribbean and Mexico beach destinations.
Sample offers:
Save big during Best of Barbados
Save up to $600 on select 5+ night vacation package bookings through 04/10
$600 OFF
Save up to $200 on Grand Bahama Island vacations
Save $200 off 4+ night vacation packages with promotion code
200GBI through 04/06
$200 OFF
Curacao Now! Save $200 Instantly
Save $200 off 7+ night vacation packages with promotion code CURACAONOW through 05/23
$200 OFF
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TOP 10 DEALS — WEEK OF MARCH 23, 2009
Are you experiencing an unexplained urge to save? Each week the experts at Orbitz.com compile the ten best travel deals from their site to help put you on the path to travel wellbeing. Enjoy.
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