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Affordable Winter Weekend Getaways

Are you looking for a way to chase away the winter blues? Maybe you just need an escape to cure a severe case of cabin fever. Regardless of the reason, the winter season can have you itching to jet-off to the sun, sand and surf. Unfortunately, if you are short on time and money a tropical getaway may not be possible. The good news is that there are a slew of other options available for those who only have the weekend to relax and unwind, including: Camping: There are nearly 400 National Parks in the United States, many of which … Continue reading →

Seasonal Getaways for Guys

Not all guys’ weekends during the fall need to revolve around football. After all, there’s still golf. My BFF is a golf widow during the summer months and during autumn she is a woman scorned. Her hubby rationalizes that golfing during the fall is even more critical than in the summer, because it’s just a matter of time before the courses close for the season. Unfortunately, her husband has a point. Fall is one of the best times of the year to score super savings on golf vacation packages. By bundling accommodations, rounds of play and cart rentals, golf addicts … Continue reading →

Multi-Generational Fall Getaways

Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you have to kiss the sun, sand and surf goodbye until spring. Fall is one of the best times of the year to score travel deals on beach getaways. In fact, some of the price reductions are so generous you can invite grandma and grandpa along for the ride. The change in temperature often means a dip in prices for multi-generational vacation packages to sunny locations, such as the Caribbean, Florida, Hawaii and the Carolinas. Since autumn is considered “off-season” at the aforementioned beach destinations, not only will you and your entire … Continue reading →

More Ways to Save on Labor Day Getaways

The long Labor Day weekend is just around the corner. Traditionally, it’s the last chance for families to get in a vacation before the start of the new school year. However, if you are pinching pennies this summer, then you may be thinking twice about heading out of Dodge for the weekend. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can save on Labor Day travel, including: Amtrak: The nation’s largest passenger rail service is still offering its “Kids Ride Free” deal. Families taking the train to the New York State Fair in Syracuse this Labor Day can really save … Continue reading →

Ways to Save on Labor Day Getaways

Unless you plan to sit on your couch waiting to see if Jerry Lewis raises that “ONE MORE DOLL-AH” than he did last Labor Day weekend, then you’re likely looking to save on a last-minute summer getaway. If you are a procrastinator, then more power to you. Feet draggers can score big when hunting for last-minute Labor Day travel deals. Here are some of the best bargains out there right now: Expedia: The popular travel website is advertising 40 percent off select hotel stays through September 6th and offering a $50 pre-paid MasterCard rebate for three-night bookings at some hotels. … Continue reading →

Spring Into Spring: Romantic Getaways

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you are looking to take a weekend getaway with your sweetheart to celebrate the occasion, then consider the following romantic travel options: ARIZONA Escape the chaos of everyday life with this fabulous deal being offered by the Carefree Resort & Villas in sunny Scottsdale, Arizona. The winter blues will melt away upon your arrival at this desert haven. The resort is situated on the edge of Tonto National Forest, 2,500 feet above sea level and boasts panoramic views of the foothills of Black Mountain. While there you can relax by the … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving Getaways

With some light rock radio stations already playing Christmas music 24/7, you may have thought that Thanksgiving had been cancelled, but alas, the holiday filled with delectable dishes and dysfunctional family members is still scheduled for November 26th. That leaves you with just a few short weeks to take advantage of the following Turkey Day travel deals: VERMONT Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa, located in Stowe, Vermont, is offering a three-night Thanksgiving getaway for families. Your clan can spend the holiday weekend at the four-diamond mountain resort and take part in a slew of family-oriented activities ranging from hiking and … Continue reading →

Inexpensive Summer Getaways

You know the travel industry is hurting when you can find roundtrip non-stop flights from Chicago to Honolulu for around $500. I paid more than double that amount for my ticket last year, and the year before that, and the year before that. Bottom line: If you haven’t been able to score a sun-sational deal on a summer getaway, then you simply haven’t been looking—at all. Perhaps, you can’t afford to take an extended break from work. If that’s the case, then consider soaking up the summer sun during a long weekend away. So what if you can’t take two … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving Themed Family Getaways

Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away; do you know where you’ll be gobbling up turkey this year? More importantly, what fun family activities do you have planned for the long holiday weekend besides stuffing your face? A few million Thanksgiving diners will be heading out to the streets of New York prior to chowing down on turkey and all the trimmings. The massive crowds are just part of the biggest Turkey Day event in the country—-Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. At 9 a.m. sharp on November 27th, more than 10,000 Macy employees and volunteers will gather at 77th and Central … Continue reading →

More Affordable Fourth of July Family Getaways

Flags, parades, picnics, and of course, fireworks–you can’t celebrate the Fourth of July without them regardless of where you are spending the long holiday weekend. Right now lodgings around the country are trying to woo families with specials and discounted packages to party on their turf. If you are still deciding where to celebrate our nation’s 232nd birthday consider the following options: MASSACHUSETTS Boston hosts one of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the entire country. This year (as they do each year) the Boston Pops will be performing a rousing patriotic concert on the banks of the Charles River … Continue reading →