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Americans Getting Stir Crazy?

May 13th 2012 04:55
I've been reading many travel sites and other online budget forums and one thing stands out..Americans are tired of staycations! Staying at home or finding local events has been the trend for the last few years. Many are wanting to end that trend and get back out on the road. I've got a few tips to help save some money for those brave souls who want to venture beyond a day's drive from their home.


1) Be flexible!
If possible have two or three weeks and at least as many destinations in mind before starting to plan your vacation. By doing this you will increase the chances of finding a good deal.


2) Pack a lunch
One mistake that many travelers make is under budgeting for food. Eating can be the most expensive part of your whole trip. A couple of suggestions for lowering the costs of meals. Stay at an all inclusive resort or purchase an expensice plug in cooler and take healthy snacks and drinks with you. Another idea is to choose an hotel that offers a good warm free breakfast. I always look for all you can eat buffets and have a really late lunch and generally just snack in the evening.



3) Stay at budget hotels
Remember the number one rule about hotels, you are only sleeping there.

AAA has some good suggestions on hotels/motels that are clean and won't break your vacation budget. Click here for link




4) Ask for deals
Don't be afraid to call and ask for deals whether it is for an restaurant or hotel. These businesses are very competitive in tourist destinations and want your patronage.



5) Take a friend
So you and your best friend have always wanted to take a road trip? Jump in the car and split the costs along the way.

I hope these suggestions help you make your next trip your best ever.

Happy Traveling!
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Travel Deal Of The Week: Ireland

March 15th 2012 06:14


From travel partners TravelZoo and DiscoverIreland.com comes some of the best deals in a long time on the beautiful island.

Click here to save up to 50% on last minute and summer tour packages
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Who Says Beans Can't Be Fun?

January 15th 2012 07:35
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Has the cold weather got you wanting to plan a quick getaway to a warmer climate? The best thing about this deal is that you can book it now but travel whenever you want


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TravelZoo's Top Weekly Deals

November 15th 2011 04:45


The weather is turning cooler in the U.S. but TravelZoo has deals to some great warm weather getaways


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Top Twenty Travel Deals For September

September 17th 2011 11:57
Destination of the Week: St. LuciaRomantic Resorts, Dive Spots & Sailing from Really Long Link

***************************** ***************************** **TOP 20 DEALS * -- SEPTEMBER 14, 2011************************* ***************************** ****** $11 -- Caribbean All-Inclusive Beach Resort at 85% Offhttp://www.travelzoo.com/t op20/74775719-1096841


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Weekly Travel Deals From TravelZoo

July 21st 2011 02:14


Destination of the Week


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The Opryland Hotel in Nashville has just announced a new deal to entice staycating Tennesseans to enjoy a night in their beautiful hotel. On Thursdays Tennessee residents can get 40% off their regular nightly rates. This rate is good through December when the hotel is decorated for the holiday season


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Maybe it's because everything is supposed to be bigger in Texas or possibly because the legend of the Alamo is one of the proudest moments to Americans, but seeing it in real life one is taken at how small of an area it encompasses. Before destruction the total acreage of the Alamo measured about 4 acres or around 16,000 square metres. To add to the smallness of the surviving buildings is the megastructures surrounding it. San Antonio has grown up around (and maybe because of the Alamo) so the traveler doesn't see the secluded Alamo, but one in the middle of a spralling downtown city.

It is still a sight to be seen and you can't beat the free admission to view something so important to Texas and America's history


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April's Top Travel Deals

April 13th 2011 23:27
Some great travel deals this month including great getaways to Ireland and Peru. As always it pays to be flexible to get the best travel deals. Happy traveling!

TOP 20 DEALS APRIL2011
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