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Santa Fe's Bishop's Lodge offers 50% off Rates for 2011

THE DEAL: The Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort and Spa in Santa Fe is offering 50% off rates for all of 2011. Book now and receive 50% OFF standard seasonal rates through December 31, 2011. Sale starts Wednesday, January 19 and closes on Thursday, January 20, 2011.

 

THE FINE PRINT: Not applicable to groups, existing business or with any other offer. New reservations are pre-paid, non-refundable at time of booking. Blackout dates may apply.

RESERVATIONS: To book a reservation, call 800.732.2240  or book directly with this link 

ABOUT BISHOP’S LODGE:
The Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa is a classic, historic destination resort minutes from downtown Santa Fe. Bishop’s Lodge is a member of Historic Hotels of America, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and brand of Preferred Hotel Group. www.bishopslodge.com.

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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".

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Refer a Friend to Fiji on Air Pacific and Enjoy a Reduced Airfare of only $625*

Air Pacific, Fiji’s International Airline, is now offering reduced airfares to travelers who take a friend along to Fiji on Air Pacific.

 

THE OFFER: Fly roundtrip from Los Angeles to the South Pacific on Air Pacific from only $1050* and take a companion with you for an additional $625*. OR get three of your friends to travel to the South Pacific with you and you will travel for free**! 

 

South Pacific includes the following: Nadi, Fiji Islands; Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in Australia; Auckland and Christchurch in New Zealand; Tongatapu in Tonga; Port Vila in Vanuatu; Apia in Western Samoa; Honiara in the Solomon Islands. 

 

If you are traveling to any of the destinations beyond Fiji, your stopover in Fiji is Free.

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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".

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New Year Fare Sale at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air

Low fares starting at $29 available for travel through February

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have launched a New Year’s sale with airfare to several popular Hawaiian destinations starting at $159. Fares are available for travel throughout the Lower 48 states and Hawaii, and are good for travel between Jan. 11 and Feb. 17, 2011. Tickets must be purchased by Jan. 12, 2011, and are available for purchase today at alaskaair.com and horizonair.com.

Sample one-way fares:

$29* between:

San Jose and Sacramento, Calif.

$ 49* between:

Los Angeles and San Jose

Spokane, Wash., and Portland, Ore.

Spokane and Seattle

$ 59* between:

Boise, Idaho, and Portland

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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".

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Antarctica Cruise: Save up to 60% Per Person

Ring in the New Year with 60% Savings on an 11-day Antarctica Cruise with Expedition Trips. 

 

Experience the wonders of the Antarctic with Expedition Trips, specialists in small ship expedition cruises, while taking full advantage of the luxurious all-inclusive lifestyle afforded by the 132-passenger Prince Albert II, a purpose-built expedition ship designed specifically for navigating waters in some of the world’s most remote destinations, including both of earth’s polar regions. This voyage offers passengers uncompromising service including the most spacious suites and comfortable common areas of any expedition ship.

 

Summary: Antarctica is the modern explorer’s final frontier. Hear the cries of penguins multiplied by the thousands, watch leopard seals and sea lions perfectly at ease in the company of visitors, feel the unspeakable magnificence of a whale breaching from beneath cold ocean waters. Astounding animal encounters – opportunities found nowhere else on earth. 

 

Highlights: Luxury expedition ship with 5-star service, fantastic cuisine, and experienced naturalist guides. Most cabins have a veranda.

 

Offer Details: Expedition Trips offer exclusive savings up to 45-60% per person off regular cruise rates. [No discount on the charter airfare ($800 - $850) included in cruise rate. No discount on port charges in 2011 ($100).] Offer based on availability and subject to change.
 
Applicable Dates: 1/5/2011 (45% off), 2/11/2011 (45% off), 2/21/2011 (45% off), 12/12/2011 (50% off), 1/3/2012 (60% off), 1/30/2012 (60% off), 2/9/2012 (60% off), 2/19/2012 (60% off), 12/3/2012 (60% off), 12/13/2012 (60% off) 

 

About Expedition Trips: With over 50 years experience, leading and planning expeditions worldwide, Expedition Trips offers exciting adventure travel and cruises on small-ship expeditions to Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Alaska and beyond. For more information, call toll-free (877) 412-8527 or visit www.ExpeditionTrips.com.

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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".

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Book a Caribbean Adventure With AirTran Airways' New Sale Fares

AirTran Airways, today launched a sale for travel to select Caribbean destinations with special low fares. Travelers may purchase these sale fares at airtran.com, from their local travel agent 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 January 13, 2011, and are good for travel fromJanuary 11, 2011, through May 24, 2011. Off-peak sale fares are valid for travel on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays to the Caribbean and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from the Caribbean. Peak sale fares are valid for travel daily. 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. These sale fares require a 14-day advance purchase.

Following is a sample of one-way sale fares*.  All fares are valid in either direction:

 

Sample Fares:

Off-Peak

/Peak

 



 

Akron/Canton - Punta Cana

$139

$159

 

Atlanta - Aruba

$129

$159

 

Atlanta - Cancun

$89

$99

 

Atlanta - Montego Bay

$109

$119

 

Atlanta - Nassau/Paradise Island

$79

$89

 

Atlanta - Punta Cana

$109

$129

 

Atlantic City - Cancun

$119

$149

 

Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Aruba

$149

$179

 

Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Bermuda

$99

$129

 

Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - Cancun

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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".

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Luxury Lodge & Lift Package at Teton Springs Lodge & Spa

Located on the western slopes of the Tetons, Grand Targhee Ski Resort is regionally known as the Rocky Mountain’s best kept secret. Their abundance of champagne powder snow, coupled with Teton Springs luxury accommodations, makes this affordable lodging, lift and breakfast package a perfect romantic getaway or family winter vacation.


  • Luxury Accommodations in a Deluxe Lodge Room
  • Daily Deluxe Continental Breakfast
  • 1 Day Lift Ticket at Grand Targhee Resort

No Minimum Stay Required.  Upgrades Available.  Price based on double occupancy and does not include resort fee, taxes, or gratuities.  Based on availability and not valid with any other promotion. 11/25/2010 - 4/17/2011. From $135 per person per night.

All packages can be modified to better suit your needs.  Options include additional days of heli-skiing, snow cat skiing, or lift tickets at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.

 

For more information or reservations, call 877-787-8757 or visit www.tetonspringslodge.com.

 

Source: Teton Springs Lodge & Spa.

 

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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".

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PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES OFFERS BLACK FRIDAY SALE

TWO WEEK SALE:  Super Savings off cruise pricing in all categories on select sailings, plus FREE airfare from Los Angeles

Black Friday comes to Tahiti. Paul Gauguin Cruises is kicking off the holiday season with incredible savings on previously advertised cruise fares. Book between November 26th and December 10th to enjoy this special offer of savings from $750 to $2,775 per person on select sailings*.

Sailings include:

  • 7-night Tahiti & the Society Islands: April 2 & 9, 2011
  • 7-night Tahiti & the Society Islands: June 4 & 11, 2011
  • 11-night Cook Islands & Society Islands: March 5, May 14 & June 18, 2011

BONUS: Book on Black Friday (November 26th) or November 27th and receive a $100 per person Spa Credit to the Deep Nature Spa by Algotherm aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin.

For reservations, contact a professional travel agent, call 1-800-848-6172 or visit www.pgcruises.com.

 

About Paul Gauguin Cruises

Owned by Pacific Beachcomber S.C., the leader in French Polynesia luxury destination resorts, Paul Gauguin Cruises operates the luxury cruise ship m/s Paul Gauguin, providing a luxury cruise experience tailored to the unparalleled wonders of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. For additional information, visit www.pgcruises.com.  



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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".

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Paul Gauguin Cruises Announces Extraordinary Travel Deals For 2010 And 2011

Luxury cruise ship operator Paul Gauguin Cruises is offering some exceptional deals on several upcoming sailings in Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific.

 

  • For 2010 Sailings: Save up to 45% plus FREE or 2-For-1 Airfare from Los Angeles. Savings vary by itinerary for the following sailings: Tahiti & the Society Islands (7 nights), Society Islands & Tuamotus (10 nights), Cook Islands & Society Islands (11 nights), and Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands (14 nights), President’s Cruise - New Zealand, Tonga, Cook & Society Islands (14 nights), Society Islands & Tuamotus Holiday (9 nights).
  • Book a suite or stateroom in category B or above by December 15, 2010, to enjoy a FREE overwater villa at the luxurious InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa – a $1,775 value**. This offer to experience the island’s dramatic ambience in lavish accommodations is available on only four sailings, available at http://www.pgcruises.com/free-bungalow
  • Book by November 30, 2010, to receive Guest Privileges Credit of up to $1,000 per couple†. For January through June 2011 departures to the Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands, guests receive Guest Privileges Credit of $500 per person, which can be used for shore excursions, spa treatments, and more. All other January through June 2011 bookings will receive Guest Privileges Credit of $250 per person. Visit http://www.pgcruises.com/guest-privileges for additional details. 

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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".

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Los Cabos Hotels & Resorts Invite Travelers to Enjoy "Luxe for Less"

How low can Cabo luxury go? This is your lucky day. Starting today, travelers can visit the official Visit Los Cabos website for special “Luxe for Less“ travel packages offering value-added options on luxurious accommodations, first-class services and special amenities. 
 
pool area, Capella Pedregal Los CabosHotels participating in “Luxe for Less” include some of the region’s most luxurious including, Capella Pedregal, Esperanza Resort, Las Ventanas al Paraiso, Marquis Los Cabos, One&Only Palmilla and Zoëtry Casa del Mar, among others. Click here for more information and to view a complete list of the amazing deals currently being offered through the end of 2010 and into 2011.

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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".

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Late-Summer Travel Deals: Marriott's Summer in the City

August might be the best time to book a last-minute summer travel weekend getaway, and Marriott’s popular Summer in the City hotel deal in four East Coast cities - Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. - is still available Thursdays-Sundays* through September 6, 2010.

photo by WanderingtheWorld via flickr (commons license)

Packages include free sightseeing passes and breakfast, based on availability, at 33 participating JW Marriott, Marriott Hotel & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott properties. 

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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".

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Georgia O'Keeffe-Santa Fe Sage Inn Package

The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, opened to the public in July 1997. Welcoming more than 2,100,00 visitors from all over the world and is the most visited art museum in the state of New Mexico, this is the first museum in the United States that is dedicated to a single woman artist. The Santa Fe Sage Inn is offering guests the “Georgia O’Keeffe” Package that includes: 
 
  • Two Night Accommodations  
  • Two Tickets to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
  • Free Shuttle Service to the Museum
  • ‘Healthy Start’ Breakfast
 
 
Package Starts at $183
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When Booking

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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".

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Ceiba Del Mar Offers Spa Credit and Complimentary Nights to Facebook Friends

CEIBA DEL MAR: STRETCH YOUR SUMMER STAY UP TO THREE EXTRA NIGHTS, AT NO EXTRA COST.

Ceiba del Mar Beach & Spa Resort, a luxury Mexico boutique hotel with a coveted Riviera Maya oceanfront address and an ideal location on the beautiful white-sand shores of peaceful Puerto Morelos, has announced its “Twice As Nice” offer exclusively to the resort’s Facebook friends: Book a one- to three-night stay between August 10-23 and double the length of the reservation at no additional cost. A $100 spa credit (per couple, per stay), valid through December 19, 2010, completes this limited-time offer, promo codes for which are only available online at Facebook.com/CeibadelMar.com.

 
A “Twice As Nice” vacation at Ceiba del Mar include proximity to the very best of Quintana Roo—Mayan ruins, tropical adventures, natural wonders and sunny beaches—and luxurious accommodation in one of the resort’s 88 exquisitely-appointed guest residences, seven of which are penthouses.  All suites feature dramatic ocean-views, contemporary furnishings and Mayan-inspired accents

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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".

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Enter to Win The Ultimate Hotel Stay Worth Up To $10,000.



 
 
www.kiwicollection.com/win/2010lc
Every week until August 1st, the Kiwi Collection, the foremost resource for discovering and booking the world’s best hotels, will be announcing a new hotel theme. Each week, simply browse through the handpicked collection in search of your favorite hotel within that theme, and you could win a stay there — worth $10,000.

Once you enter, increase your chances to win by sharing your ultimate escape with friends.


 
 
 
 
Week 1:
Win a Beach Holiday

June 21 - June 27
  Week 2:
Win a Romantic Retreat

June 28 - July 4
  Week 3:
Win a Culinary Getaway

July 5 - July 11
 
 
Week 4:
Win a Cosmo Adventure

July 12 - July 18
  Week 5:
Win a Spa Escape

July 19 - July 25
  Week 6:
Win an Island Vacation

July 26 - Aug 1
 
Source:  Kiwi Collection Inc.    Send to a friend


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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".

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Seven Night Specials To The Islands Of Tahiti, Including Airfare

This Just In…

Tahiti Tourisme North America announced today upcoming seven night specials to the famed islands of Moorea and Bora Bora. Beginning January 5, 2010, travelers can book their very own couples retreat to the world’s most romantic islands. Amazing savings will include a thirty percent discount on international air.

Packages must be purchased between January 5 and January 19, 2010.

Luxury Seven Night Moorea Retreat includes:

•    $1799 per person
•    Round trip economy class airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) on Air Tahiti Nui
•    One night at Le Meridien Tahiti; garden view room
•    Six nights at the Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa; garden bungalow with private pool
•    Daily American breakfast
•    Round-trip ferry from Tahiti to Moorea
•    Transfers, baggage handling and welcome flower lei
•    All land taxes and fuel surcharges included

Exclusive Seven Night Couples Retreat to Bora Bora includes:

•    $1899 per person
•    Round trip economy class airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) on Air Tahiti Nui
•    One night at the InterContinental Tahiti Resort (standard room)
•    Six nights at Le Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora; ocean view room; includes 2 free nights
•    Daily American breakfast in Bora Bora
•    All transfers, including domestic air to/from Bora Bora
•    Meet and greet with flower lei on arrival
•    Upgrade to beach bungalow; add $75 per person, per night

Packages are valid for travel from January 5 – March 31, 2010 and must be purchased between January 5 and January 19, 2010.

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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".

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African Travel, Inc. Offers 2 for 1 Botswana Safari to the "Last Refuge"

African Travel, Inc. Offers Free Botswana Safari to the “Last Refuge” for Second Traveler

 
Right now, African Travel, Inc., a company that specializes in offering super-luxe journeys throughout the African continent, to islands in the Indian Ocean and to Dubai, is offering a 2 for 1 special on “The Last Refuge” with a unique Botswana Safari. Perhaps the finest game experience in the whole of Africa, Botswana has become a legendary destination within a small circle of safari connoisseurs.

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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".

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Save BIG on Mexico Vacations at Travelocity


4-Night Flight + Hotel Packages from $663

Thinking about taking a trip to Mexico? There are huge savings at Travelocity to be had!

Right now, when you book a 4-night Flight + Hotel package, you’ll save big on your Mexicana flight.

What are you waiting for? The margaritas are calling!

  • First Ticket Date: May 1, 2009
  • Last Ticket Date: June 15, 2009
  • First Travel Date: May 1, 2009
  • Last Travel Date: June 30, 2009

Click here to learn more

 

Source: Travelocity

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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".

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Casino Resort & Spa Summer Escapes With Special Bargain Rates

Agua Caliente Casino - Resort - Spa in Rancho Mirage and Spa Resort Casino in downtown Palm Springs are offering rejuvenating getaways at bargain prices. The resorts’ packages offer discounted rooms, dining specials and free play in their casinos.

At Agua Caliente Casino - Resort - Spa guests can enjoy world-class entertainers like Jay Leno, Elvis Costello, ZZ Top and more at the resort’s premier concert theatre: The Show.

At Spa Resort Casino, guests can relax in the resort’s legendary hot mineral springs, located just steps away from the quaint boutiques of downtown Palm Springs.

The Summer Getaway and Paradise Nights Packages include:

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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".

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AirTran Airways Night Owl Sale

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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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".

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Free Nights Sale At Expedia

Get your last night FREE at over 1,300 hotels

 

Free Nights Sale: 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

Learn more

 

Source: Expedia

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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".

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Last-Minute Summer Steals on Greek Cruises

Variety Cruises’ last-minute sales to Greece are perfect for savvy summer vacation shoppers waiting for the best deals to roll out. And airfare finds to Greece make it an enticing season to travel.

Here are three great reasons to set sail and cheer “Opa!”.

CLASSICAL GREECE:
Summer Offer: $750 reduction per person; two free nights at a four-star Athens hotel (room only); free ½ day sightseeing tour of Athens. Starting at $1,540 per person, per week.
Perfect for first-timers to Greece! Discover the best of the Aegean Islands, Crete and Continental Greece with seven nights on the fabulous Harmony V or G mega yachts. Available for select sailings through October 30, 2009.

AEGEAN ODYSSEY:
Summer Offer: $750 reduction per person; two free nights at a four-star Athens hotel (room only); free ½ day sightseeing tour of Athens. Starting at $1,540 per person, per week.
Seven nights on the mega yacht Harmony G or Harmony V in the breathtaking Cycladic Islands, including sites of Kusadasi, Ephessus and the lesser known island gems of Patmos and Samos. Available for select sailing dates through October 16, 2009.

JEWELS OF THE CYCLADES:
Summer Offer: $300 reduction per person on select sailings. Starting at $1,150 per person, per week.
This thrilling cruise heads southeast of mainland Greece on the M/S Galileo through a collection of off-the-beaten-path islands, including Poros, Kimolos, Santorini, Paros, Mykonos, Kea and Sounion. Available for select sailing dates through October 23, 2009.

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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".