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Plan Now, Ski Later and Get Your Third Day on the Slopes Free

If you're suffering under the sweltering heat, just think of schussing down the slopes of Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain in Colorado or Whistler in British Columbia with a…

Article / Cruise

Future Fall Foliage Cruises Through Eyepopping New England and Atlantic Canada

The 2002 fall foliage season isn't even here yet, but Princess Cruises is asking you to start booking for the 2003 season--the sheer popularity of these New England and Canadian…

Article / Family & Kids

What's New in Europe

Here's where you'll find out what recently opened, what's changed, and what's hot for your trip in the year to come.

Article / Air Travel

Free Airfare for Spirit Air Flyers on September 11

This is a deal so good that it would be irresponsible of us to wait to tell you in our Friday Newsletter. As a great big "Thank You" to passengers who were willing to fly again after…

Article / Family & Kids

Choo Choo Choose This Rail Pass to Follow the Royal Comings and Goings

All of 2002 is Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee, celebrating her 50 years on the British Throne, and she is visiting every region of the island at some point before December 31.…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Almost Eco-Touring the Mayan Riviera

Bob Fisher highlights what to see and do in this popular vacation region.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Kids Stay Free, Rates Go Low, at Breezes Curacao

The Dutch island of Curacao is a fine place for beach activities and water sports (think snorkeling, for instance), and it's also a gaming destination (think casinos). It seems an…

Article / Hotels

Singlish Stay for a Single Dollar: Singapore Airlines Offers Deeply Discounted Lodgings for Your First Night

If you fly Singapore Airlines in September, take advantage of their stopover deal giving you the first night for only a single buck in any of nine selected hotels. If you want a bump…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

A Cache of Cruises for Fall and Winter--Bahamas, Caribbean, Panama and More

While it's those last minute bargain hawkers, Moment's Notice, serving up these savings at sea, you still have enough time to plan an end-of-the-year trip, starting as low as $139 for…

Article / Packages

A Disney Deal Just Around the Corner: Airfare, Hotel and Park Passes

Been planning on taking the kids to see the Mouse, but just haven't gotten around to it yet? Well, turn those good intentions into reality by taking advantage of United Vacations' late…

Article / Air Travel

R.I.P. Vanguard--But There's Still Hope if You're Holding a Ticket

A variety of airlines are recognizing recently-defunct Vanguards' tickets--some for a fee and some for free.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Sashay to Tampa Bay for Beaucoup Budget Friendly Hotel Stays, Plus Museum Tix and More

Yes, it makes for hot summer down in Florida, but not as bad as it is in, say, Phoenix or New Orleans. So if you like warm weather and plenty of sunshine, Tampa Bay has some good…

Article / Air Travel

Saving on Round-the-World Airfare

We let you in on two companies who can make the seemingly impossible happen -- it's not cheap necessarily, but circumnavigation can be affordable.

Article / Hotels

Rest Your Heads on B&B Beds This Summer

With more Americans taking car trips this summer and fall (nearly half of them traveling at short notice), chances are you're one of those people looking for last minute…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Viva la Savings on All-Inclusives for the Family in the Bahamas, the DR and Mexico

Dominican Republic based Viva, that well-known chain of modestly priced resorts, has a double promotion going on for now and autumn. They are offering up to 10% off rates in three of…

Article / Family & Kids

You'll Want to Give Thanks for these Budget Cottage Stays Across the Pond

Country Cottages, which has been providing vacations in the British Isles for many years now, has come up with a neat idea--spending the quintessentially American holiday of…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Get a Set of Wheels from under $20 a Day if You Plan Well in Advance

Budget Rent A Car has introduced special weekend and weekly rates for those drivers who reserve at least three weeks in advance. You can get a compact car for as little as $19.99 for…

Article / Cruise

Baltic Sea Elegance (And at a Discount)

The phrase "Baltic Elegance" is not an oxymoron, certainly not to discerning travelers who know how elegant the Swedescan be and just how scenic the Baltic is along its coastline and…

Article / Cruise

Leading Web Sites for Cruise Planning

We point out the best the Web has to offer for planning your cruise online.

Article / Local Experiences

Musical Dresden, Confidence & Buildings Restored

You'll find year round concerts, operas and other live performances in this part of Saxony.

Article / Packages

Six London Nights With Virgin Atlantic, From $879 if You Act Quickly

With spaces still left on some of its "Summer Fling" packages, Virgin Vacations has reduced the price by $130 for travel through August 31 of this year, but you must make your purchase…

Article / Family & Kids

Tips from the Publisher: Vacation Days in America

Americans get the shaft when it comes to vacation days.

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Cool Savings on Three-Day Getaways in Cooler Canada

The heat wave in most of the U.S. during July has caused some fuddled thinking now and then, but if you keep a clear head, you can remember that Canada is ALWAYS cooler than the 48…

Article / Hotels

Dream Apartments in Paris, 30% Off

People love to talk about their dreams, but hardly anyone ever listens. You can brag about your dream apartment in Paris, though, because you can tell friends you got it for 30% less…

Article / Air Travel

ATA Reduces Summer Airfares a Little for Regular Roundtrips, A LOT for Flying Seniors

In light of the many major airlines (American, Delta, Northwest, and USAir) that dropped their senior discounts over the last few weeks, Indianapolis-based ATA has stepped up to the…