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Frommer's 5 Deals: Germany, Bermuda, India, Vienna, and the Berkshires

This week's roundup of special offers includes jaunts between Austria and Poland as well as India and Nepal, along with three other deals in the U.S. and abroad.

All prices are per person and, if lodging is a component of the package, based upon two people traveling together (unless otherwise noted). See "What's Included" and "What's Not" for details about associated taxes and fees and "Complete Details" for information about travel restrictions and, if available, trip add-ons like sightseeing tours and meal plans. Base-prices, taxes and fees can vary based on point of departure and time of travel.

Destination: Germany
Provider: Nordiqe Tours (tel. 800/995-7997; www.nordiquetours.com)
Base Price: $315
Duration: Four days
Additional Fees: $135
What's Included: Accommodations, rental car, daily breakfast, and all taxes.
What's Not Included: Airfare, collision insurance, and other car associated fees (with the exception of taxes).
When: October 27 to December 4
Deadline: Book at least one month advance to ensure automobile availability.
Why this is a Deal: This deal would normally cost approximately $1,000.
Complete Details: Hotels included in this drive and stay special include the A&O Friedrichshain in Berlin, Holiday Inn in Cologne, Trotsdorf in Cologne, Batavia Hotel in Düsseldorf, Luxur Hotel in Frankfurt, and Ludwig Hotel in Munich. This trip isn't even online yet so book soon before it goes officially on sale. These prices are absurdly low.

Destination: India and Nepal
Provider: Friendly Planet (tel. 800/555-5765; www.friendlyplanet.com)
Base Price: $3,199
Duration: 15 days
Additional Fees: $353
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, all sightseeing, some meals, transfers, and touring.
What's Not Included: Security fees, departure taxes, visas, and tour guides' gratuities.
When: April 15, 2009
Deadline: October 3
Why this is a Deal: Save up to $600 per person if booked before above deadline.
Complete Details: With this trip completely sold out into early next year, this may be your last chance to book this popular Friendly Planet package that visits sites such as Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, and Varanasi before heading to Kathmandu. Highlights include the Taj Mahal, the Ganges River, Jaipur palaces, and a tour of the base areas around Mt. Everest. This deal departs out of New York.

Destination: Bermuda
Provider: Nine Beaches (tel. 866-841-9009; www.9beaches.com)
Base Price: $99 per night, per person
Duration: Nine nights
Additional Fees: $230
What's Included: Accommodations
What's Not Included: Hotel taxes
When: Anytime, you just need to stay at least 9 consecutive nights.
Deadline: None
Why this is a Deal: Save 19% off regular hotel rates.
Complete Details: This "9s are wild" special offers reduced rates to one of Bermuda's most interesting and picturesque hotels. Nine Beaches is a series of multi-colored cabanas and cabins, most on stilts, some over the water, set over 18 acres with access to 9 beaches. If you travel before October 31, 2008, you'll receive a $300 discount book offering savings to restaurant, golf, activities and shopping.

Destination: The Berkshires
Provider: Garden Gables Inn (tel. 800/243-0193; www.gardengablesinn.com)
Base Price: $228 per night with 50% off third night
Duration: Two to three nights
Additional Fees: $53
What's Included: Accommodations, apple picking, and access to inn owners' personal farm.
What's Not Included: Room occupancy tax.
When: November 2 to 20
Deadline: Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Why this is a Deal: Save 50% off third night.
Complete Details: Leaf-peepers and apple pickers will enjoy this special package offering savings and extras to Massachusetts' cultural getaway location. Known for arts, crafts, classical music, and intellectual pursuits, the Berkshires have long-attracted people looking for escapes from the busy city. The Garden Gables Inn is a quiet locale located near town with access to paths and local woods. This deal includes a walking tour of the inn owner's apple picking orchard and farm. The inn has a breakfast room and restaurant.

Destination: Krakow and Vienna
Provider: Austrian Air (tel. 800/790-4682; www.austrian.com)
Base Price: $1,199
Duration: Six nights
Additional Fees: $150
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, hotel service taxes, daily breakfast, and fuel surcharges.
What's Not Included: Security fees and departure tax.
When: November 1 to December 11
Deadline: Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Why this is a Deal: Save $550 off of booking this trip independently.
Complete Details: Departing out of New York, Chicago, or Washington D.C., this package deal puts travelers up at three-star hotels in centrally located neighborhoods. Starting with three nights in Vienna before heading to Krakow, this trip also includes transportation between the two cities. City tours are available for additional fees.



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