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Planning Your Travel with No-Image

You have a vacation coming. Where do you go? A new travel wiki, No-Image , may help you answer that question… No-Image provides information about different travel destinations - like Dubai and Madrid . Looking for something a little closer to home? How about San Antonio ? The wiki's e...

Caribbean Sees Deep Price Cuts

© Vagabond Shutterbug The recession is cutting into the Caribbean's travel industry in a profound way, according to CNN "The deals we are seeing in the Caribbean right now are unprecedented," says John Israel, Orbitz.com's Caribbean regional director. "There may have b...

Free Entrance to U.S. National Parks on Weekends

If you hadn't noticed it yet, U.S. National Parks have waived thier fees for people who visit the parks on some weekends this summer. The weekends when visiting the parks is free are: June 20 and 21 July 18 and 19 August 15 and 16 That will save you between $3 and $25 per person (or ve...

Rental Rates for that House at the Beach this Summer are Down

If you're thinking of renting a place this summer as part of your vacation, the NY Times says you should be very happy with the price you get in the current market - and it might pay you to shop around. And up and down the East Coast, those who rent out vacation properties are wondering about ...

Getting the Most for Your Dollar

© korom Frommers recently published a very useful article on the value of the U.S. Dollar overseas. The piece tells you where you can get the most for your money this summer - assuming that your money is in dollars... The Frommer's piece compares the price of a movie, bus fare, a cup o...

Barbados Without Too Much Pain

© Loimere World Hum took a look recently at Barbados, and how to get by there on a budget. I'll admit, Barbados is hardly known as a shoestringer's paradise-this isn't $5, $25 or even $100 per day territory. But still, after a couple of extended visits here, I've learned tha...

Cheap Food in London

The nature of reality has changed. And it's good news. Not only can you now get cheap food in London, it's actually worth eating, according to Gridskipper. It used to be that travelers didn't look forward to eating in London because the food was both horrible and outlandishly expensive...

Amtrak Lowers Summer Fares

Amtrak is lowering its fares for the summer by 25% on some of its Eartern lines in an effort to boost its passenger numbers. According to the Associated Press: The discount runs from June 2 through Sept. 3. It applies to those taking regional trains on the Northeast Corridor which runs from Washin...

Airfare Deals Abound

© Hong Kong dear Edward Perhaps it's the recession. People have stopped flying as much and the airlines are scrambling to fill empty seats and slashing prices to compete with each other. Whatever the reason, World Hum pointed out recently that there are some great deals available at the m...

Budget Mistakes to Avoid

Mark Kahler had a good post recently on mistakes people make when they're trying to travel cheap. His first tip highlights one of the most common mistakes budget travels make. Mark says don't feel like you have to trade either safety or cleanliness for a good deal. Budget travelers a...

Clothing Optional in Bavaria

TravelPost had an interesting spot earlier this month on the 32-room Hotel Rosengarten in the Black Forest region. It will soon become Germany's first nude hotel, "catering solely to those willing to shed clothing for the duration of their stay..." The project from entrepreneur F...

Recession Creates Lots of Vacancies at Yellowstone

One of the best vacations I ever took was a visit to Yellowstone National Park . Now National Parks Traveler is saying that the recession has created a lot of lodging vacancies in and around the busy park. And that's probably good for your budget. Yellowstone's lodging concessionaire, X...

Sydney Hotels on a Budget

Gridskipper has a useful piece at the moment on affordable hotels in central Sydney - complete with a map of their locations. Sydney offers so much to do (and to spend money on), it's nice to have an affordable place to stay in the city. Gridskipper gives you seven fairly nice choices - hotel...

Traveling Light and Sleeping Rough

Rolf Potts at Vagabonding took a look early this month at the ultralight backpacking craze. And the truth is that you can get by these days with very little weight. Ultralighters have refined their gear until a tent can weight 2 pounds, a backpack 4lbs, and a stove only 12 ounces. The true gearhea...

Things to Do in Pattaya, Thailand

Thailand is one of Asia's most popular vacation destinations, and the beach resort town of Pattaya offers a lot to do. AquaTerraSky recently published a list of ten things to do in Pattaya. The city has a crocodile farm, a zoo, a tropical garden, some historical replicas of ancient Thai villa...

Summer Work in Grand Teton

Talk about a working vacation! Grand Teton National Park is accepting application for summer jobs in the park, according to Travel Post . The park is looking for 15 to 20 teens (aged 16 to 19) for a 10-week program that starts June 22nd. The pay? $10.20 an hour. Applications must be postmarked...

Good Cities for Cheap Hotels

TravelPost had an excellent post recently entitles " 20 Cities for Good Value Hotels. " Was your last hotel room worth The price you paid for it? That's the question behind European hotel site recently released hotel.info 's Value for Money index... The site rates hotel val...

Will Work For Travel: A Sosauce Internship

Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 4916707 Sosauce is offering a unique internship that will sponsor young people to travel abroad & participate in cause-oriented work. It is an eight-week summer marketing internship that upon its completion will also make you eligible for a two-wee...

Asia's Budget Airlines Loving Recession

Low-cost carriers are poised to take advantage of falling fuel costs and increased demand for cheap fares as full-service airlines struggle with a global collapse in consumer demand, according to a recent story by the Associated Press . Asia's budget airlines have already had a decade of growt...

NYC on a Budget

Sarah White has a nice piece over at AquaTerraSky on things to do in New York City on a Budget . I realize as most people do, New York tends to be quite expensive but with these travel ideas you can go out and have a really great time and still not spend too much money. There is plenty to see, ...

Top Destination For Chocolate Lovers

Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 5691151 Valentine's day is just around the corner and just in time for the day of roses and chocolates, the travel website IgoUgo.com has come with a list of top destinations for chocolate lovers. 1. Oaxaca, Mexico 2. Ghana 3. Hershey, Pennsylvania...

Underway Now: Air Fare Sales...

The Perrin Post pointed out earlier this month that that the summer air fare sale is on ! Now is the time to get cheap tickets for that summer trip to Europe. ...yesterday US Airways launched a fab unadvertised summer sale to London, Paris, Frankfurt, and other European cities: Fares are in the ...

Cruise Essentials: What You Should Know When You Book

Travel writer Beth Harpaz has an informative piece online at the moment on the actual cost of going on a cruise . The cruise industry bills cruising as a great value. For one upfront price, your accommodations, meals and trip are paid for. But most cruisers end up spending more. Carolyn Spence...

Princess Cruises Cuts Prices to Alaska for this Summer

alaska 's tourism industry is taking a hit during the recession. And to try and keep arrivals flowing in the summer, the Princess Cruises has slashed prices according to the Associated Press . Cruise ships bring roughly 1 million visitors to Alaska each year. To get them here this summer, cr...

Lisbon on a Budget

If you're looking for an easy Budget -friendly destination in Europe, you might be looking for Lisbon. That, according to Paul Ames at the Associated Press. The most memorable Lisbon experiences can be absolutely free: strolling beneath freshly laundered linen strung over the alleyways of t...

Ritz-Carlton Reserve Goes to Phulay Bay This 2009

Ritz-Carlton Reserve launched just before Christmas and is a brand extension for those who want to get away from the stresses of everyday life by retreating to experience new cultures and adventures in exotic locations. Phulay Bay in Krabi, Thailand will be the first property to open in 2009....

Cruise Noway in 2009 with Deep Discounts

Linda Garrison over at About's Travel Channel pointed out a great deal on cruises in Norway this past weekend. The deals are on Norway's Hurtigruten line. There are some free upgrades, some senior discounts, and one arrangement where your travel partner rides free. To get the dis...

Keep Air Travel Hassle-Free This Holiday Season

Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 4715258 For sure some of you are traveling this Holiday season. Keep in mind some useful tips that will make your air travel hassle-free. Like for example not bringing in gift-wrapped items as airport security personnel may open them in search of hazar...

Cleaning Up Amsterdam...

If you're planning a trip to Amsterdam in the near future for some partying and general debauchery, you should know that the Dutch government has decided to clean the city up. The Associated Press is among news sources reporting that the brothels, sex shops, and marijuana cafe's in the cen...

Jackson Wyoming - in February

Concierge.com has an interesting tip on finding luxury on a budget. Consider Jackson, Wyoming in February. You'd think it would cost money. But according to Concierge.com, the ski resorts in the nearby mountain may be full, but the in-town hotels that cater to summer tourists are running spe...

Booking Hotels on a Budget

Few things feel better than staying in a four star hotel at a two star price. AP Travel Editor Beth J. Harpaz has a good piece online on how to book hotels on a budget. Some of her tips are obvious - but easy to forget when you start planning a few days away from home. For example: It's g...

U.S. Expands List of Visa Free Countries

Reuters is reporting that citizens of seven more countries can now travel to the U.S. without having to obtain a visa ahead of time - something that could save them both time and money. The New countries added to the visa-free program in the U.S. are the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Lat...

Antigua on a Budget

Antigua has some of The best beaches in the Caribbean - protected beaches where the surf is reduced to a small ebb and flow. The best beaches on the island are Runaway Bay, Long Bay and Hawksbill Beach. One way to save money is to take your own chair and umbrella to the beach. Almost anything ...

"Duty Free" Doesn't Always Make the Best Buy

The facts are simple, really: "duty free " is a term that means you don't pay certain taxes on an item. That's good, right? The problem is that most duty free stores are inside malls and airports where their rent is fairly high. Often that means that their prices are fairly hig...

Paris or London in the Dead of Winter

Mark Kahler has a good piece online at the moment about winter travel deals and he makes an excellent point - few people consider Europe in the dead of Winter. But why not? Europe has a host of destinations ( London and Paris perhaps chief among them) where the costs go down dramatically in th...

Towards a Philosophy of Travel

What did insomniacs do before the invention of the World Wide Web? It's been almost one week since my return from Italy, yet I am still on Italian time. Unfortunately, this is 8 hours ahead of Mountain Time. That said, there's some great stuff to be found in the wee hours of the mornin...

New Happenings at Copper!

Now here's some good news for snow sport enthusiasts. Copper Mountain has announced that the resort will open One week ahead of its scheduled opening date. The new date is Friday, Nov. 7. Those visiting on opening weekend will receive a 15% discount on lodging when they also purchase t...

Visiting the Vatican

Well saints be praised, literally! The Vatican is still one of the few places left that does not have an admission fee! With the exception of the private museums, you can explore the grounds and the interior free of charge. The two main entrances to Vatican City for tourists are the Vatican Mu...

Avail of Northwest Airlines Cash+Miles=A Great Vacation For Less

Are you flying from the Philippines to the United States? If you are, you may want to check out Northwest Airline 's Cash + Miles = a great vacation for less. Here are your options if you are an owner of NWA miles credits: You can book online before December 15, 2008 and enjoy a US$2...

Cheap Shopping in Italy

Sure, Florence and Rome are known as the fashion capitals of the world. One can easily buy an entire condo for the price of an outfit in one of Italy's exclusive boutiques. However, if you're like me, and you don't play the high fashion game, there are some great buys to be fou...

A Sad Day in Rome

Photo by Kelly Bell Flikr The photo above shows a cat in the Roman Colosseum. We went there today for a very specific reason- we were more interested in seeing the stray cats than the Colosseum itself. Yesterday, enroute from Florence to Rome, we received a devastating phone call. Apparently, ...

The Grand Hotel Florence

No, this is not a museum. This just happens to be our hotel room in Florence, where we have a free night, courtesy of my husband's Starwood Rewards Points! According to the hotel website: The Grand Hotel was originally home to the noble Guintini family. In the second half of the 18...

Overnight Train: Paris to Florence

Yesterday evening, we said goodbye to Paris and hopped an overnight Train to Florence. The photo below shows me at the train station, sitting next to a guy wearing a Red Sox hat. My husband thought that this was pretty funny. He was raised in Boston, and both of us lived there for nine yea...

Paris:Versailles

Here's the thing about Versailles. Admission is expensive, it's navigation ins complicated and, if the metro is not running efficiently, getting there can be a nightmare. For example, today, when we went to transfer for the RER train to Versailles, the entrance to the train was roped o...

The Pantheon of Paris

"Yes, they told me you were fools, and that I was not to listen to your kind words, nor trust to your charity. You promised me my life, but you lied!" Who recognizes these words? Ten points for anyone who said that they came from Saint Joan. Like far too many New York City gir...

Images of Paris

So continuing on the theme of the best things in life are free in Paris , here are some of the sites that can be enjoyed at no cost whatsoever. The above photo is of one of the Paris Metro stations. While the metro is far from pretty once you go underground, at least the exterior is attract...

Paris: The Medici Fountain

So like I said, you need not spend A ton of money in order to enjoy Paris. Sometimes, the best things happen by serendipity. Today, I my husband and I strolled through the Luxembourg Gardens , we came across this amazing site. The photo above features the Medici Fountain. It was original...

Paris: The Best Things in Life are Free

Sure, Paris can be expensive. However, it need not be. Part of The joy of a city such as Paris is the ability to get satisfaction by strolling through a neighborhood and taking in its feel. For example, take this image of the Louvre Museum, courtesy of Creative Commons. No charge for the v...

Paris Opera House: The Real Home of the Phantom

Last week, I spoke about seeing the Phantom of the Opera in Vegas. So here we are today in paris . Yes, I know, life is tough!The above photo is of the Garnier Opera House, where the Phantom of the Opera supposedly lived. It was the main opera house in Paris, until the Bastille Opera opened...

Great Deals with Copper Pass: Two Whistler Lift Tickets

Wherever you go, the race is on. In politics, we are being entertained by the election and the political debates. Here is Colorado, locals are placing bets on who will be the ski area to open; Loveland or Arapahoe Basin. However, the new season pass wars are by far the best competition. It st...

$50 Cash back When You Book Northwest Tickets Through Paypal

Just in time for the holidays, Paypal and Northwest Airlines have joined forces to offer you a sweet deal on holiday travel. "Use paypal to purchase your Northwest Airlines ticket on nwa.com by October 13, 2008 and get $50 cash back on each eligible ticket purchase over $250.* P...

Pilates Costa Rica Retreat

So who knows where the economy will be in March? If your outlook is positive, you might want to consider this Pilates Retreat in costa Rica. It's lead by Alycea Ungaro, New York's Pilates Diva. Package includes: 8 Nights at Encanta la Vida (One night in San Jose) Three Meals Per...

Beatles Love: Mirage Las Vegas

To quote Jimmy Henrix: After three days in Vegas, "my soul has been psychodelicized." We saw the Beatles Love on Sunday night. Once again, if you want to see this show, I would suggest going for the cheap seats. The actors descend upon the stage through stage hooks, which begin up at...

Mona Lisa Orlando: $99

Well, the economy is in a serious mess, but you promised your kids that this would be the year that you go to Disney. If you don't want to turn the war in the Middle East into the war at home, here's an idea for budget Disney travel. The new Mona Lisa Suite Hotel has announced its G...

Phantom of the Opera Vegas Style

A few thoughts about the Vegas production of Phantom of the Opera. If you're a big fan of the music, as I am, you will probably want to see it. And I think that you should. However, under no circumstances should you pay $160 for your tickets. The $76 seats are just as good, and $76 is what...

Cant't Afford to Travel Overseas: Visit Vegas

Warning. My title is a bit tongue in cheek. As a non-gambler, I'm not a big fan of Vegas, but my husband loves it. Actually, once I get there, I can sometimes enjoy the rather kitsch sense of irony that characterizes the entire town. Nonetheless, here I am in Vegas. My husband got one of t...

Great Deals at Banff

The area known as Banff National Park is comprised of three ski areas: Sunshine Village Lake Louise Mount Norquay If you are a big fan of fairy tale surroundings and great skiing, this is the place to plan your next ski vacation. Now, if you book before October 31, you can get some grea...

The Vail Resorts Epic

Sure, ski season has not yet started, but if you are planning to ski at any of The areas owned by Vail Resorts, you might want to plan a pre-season visit. Why, because if you don't already have a Vail Resorts Season Pass, you need to be present to purchase the new Epic Pass! The Epi...

Breckenridge Off-Slope

As a resident of a ski Town , I am often asked about the best ski resorts to take a non-skiing significant other. This is a very, very important question. If your non skiing S.O. is bored on a winter vacation, good luck trying to ever get them to join you. Fortunately, some towns do a bette...

You Say It's Your Birthday: Free Disney!

Free Disney! These words may be music to a parent's ears. Sounds like a dream. Sounds like a fantasy. But there's no need to wish upon a star . Now, bring in your birth certificate to either Disneyland, California or Disney World, Orlando, and receive free, one-day admission on your...

Watch Your Language!

Sure, in most countries, you can find at least one person who speaks English. But does that really mean that you not at least try to learn just a few catch phrases? Now, Fodors makes it a bit easier with their Language Page. You can find useful, travel-related expressions in French, Spanish,...

Pirates & Marshall Tucker Invade Tybee Island

The 4th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest, one of Tybee's most wildly popular events, is October 9 through 11. This year, the celebration is bigger than ever, with a "Buccaneer Ball," Thieves' Market, multiple concerts (including the world-famous Marshall Tucker Band) - all in ...

Great Deals at Broadway Hostel, New York

You've always wanted to visit New York City. As a former New Yorker, I would say that this is a great idea. However, how on earth can you afford it? Now, there's a way. The Broadway Hotel & Hostel , a "designer" hostel on Manhattan's Upper West Side is offering ...

Grand Deals at the Grand Old Opry

I have a confession. I actually like the Opryland Hotel. That's a strange confession coming from a jaded former New Yorker. However, when I visited, I expected the area to be filled with tacky souvenir shops. I was wrong. The Opryland Hotel is surrounded by acres of bucolic countryside. I...

Save the Mark Twain House

As a tour guide for the Breckenridge Heritage Alliance , matters of historic preservation are always apt to get my sympathy and attention. So, when Wendy Clinch, wife of John Clinch, who is the author of Finn , posted a message on The Ski Diva about a fundraiser to save the Twain House, I...

Shear Madness Discounts

Planning a trip to Boston? Aside from the Freedom Trail and other exciting attractions, consider spending an evening of shear madness. I'm talking, of course, about the play. if you have a AAA card, you can see it at a discount! SHEAR MADNESS , the Guinness Record-holder as the longest r...

Telluride: Hot Deals On Cold Mounatins

Thinking of planning a family vacation to Telluride ? Are you near a Dallas or Chicago Airport? Well start planning! Adult tickets are now priced as low as $497 including a child's free ticket on direct flights from Chicago to Dallas. That means that a family of four could fly for as litt...

Short Stay Fee? You're Kidding!

As if the costs of travel weren't high enough, some hotels , such as the Blue Heron, are now charging "short stay" fees. To add insult to injury, if you book these hotels through Orbitz, nobody seems to feel that this is information that should be disclosed to the guest before...

Leading Hotels: $19.28

The Leading Hotels of the World is having a birthday party, and you're invited! To celebrate their 80th birthday, on 12 noon GMT (8 a.m. EST/Eastern Standard Time) on October 1, 2008, they plan to release a limited number of the world's most elegant Hotel rooms at the amazing rat...

The Beach Boys in Galveston

Remember the Beach Boys? Well they're still around! And guess what? On November 1st, they're coming to Galveston, Texas. The Moody Gardens Hotel is offering some pretty cool VIP packages. Here's the Scoop: Hotel Packages: October 30th thru Nov 1st 3 night Rally package $159 p...