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: Panama
Provider: Latin America 4 Less (tel. 800/480-0707; www.latinamerica4less.com)
Base Price: $924
Duration: Six nights
Additional Fees: $120
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, transfers, in-country transportation, some meals, sightseeing, and English-speaking tour guides.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: April 10.
Deadline: March 5.
Why this is a Deal: Save about $350 over booking this tour independently.
Complete Details: This Panama tour visits major sites throughout the country. Starting in Panama City, the tour takes a city tour and a visit to the Panama Canal. Other highlights include tours of the Embara Indian community, Anton Valley, and Taboga Island. Accommodations are at the Marbella Hotel, a tourist-class hotel located in Panama City. The hotel has a small business center and comfortable rooms.
Destination: Tunisia
Provider: Gate 1 Travel (tel. 800/682-3333; www.gate1travel.com)
Base Price: $1,899
Duration: 11 days
Additional Fees: $245
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, some meals, tour guides, all in-country transportation, and entrance fees.
What's Not: Security fees, departure tax, and guide gratuities.
When: March 19, with later departures also possible.
Deadline: March 12.
Why this is a Deal: Save $500 over other similar Tunisia trips departing from the United States
Complete Details: This tour begins in Tunis before embarking on a circular trek of Tabarka, Tozeur, Djerba, Sousse, and Hammamet. Sites include market towns, underground architecture, interesting physical topography, small villages, and art and artifact museums.
Destination: Tahiti
Provider: Air Tahiti Nui (tel. 877/824-4846; www.airtahitinui-usa.com)
Base Price: $898
Duration: Four nights
Additional Fees: $135
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, airport transfers, daily breakfast, hotel taxes, and local fuel surcharges.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: Through June 15.
Deadline: March 11.
Why this is a Deal: This just may be the cheapest Tahiti package trip ever offered.
Complete Details: Departing out of Los Angeles, this package trip flies into Papeete, the capital city of the main island of Tahiti. Accommodations are at the New Manava Suites Resort Tahiti, a brand new hotel just opened on March 1, 2009. With modern finishes, furnishings, the island's largest infinity pool, and a full-service spa, the 121-room resort is being billed as one of Papeete's finest resorts to date.
Destination: Bahamas
Provider: Liberty Travel (tel. 888/271-1584; www.libertytravel.com)
Base Price: $325
Duration: Three nights
Additional Fees: $95
What's Included: Airfare, accommodations, transfers, daily breakfast, and fuel surcharges.
What's Not: Security fees and departure tax.
When: Departures from April 15 to December 23.
Deadline: April 6.
Why this is a Deal: Save 50% and get $200 rebate if booked by above deadline.
Complete Details: With departures from Miami at this price point, this package trip to the Bahamas includes accommodations at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island. Other gateways are available for departure including New York ($349) and Chicago ($379). The hotel is a 228-junior suites property that is allowed full use of all the facilities of the nearby Atlantis Resort & Casino. On-site amenities include a pool with a swim-up bar. Children under 12-years old stay for free with an accompanying adult.
Destination: France
Provider: Go Today (tel. 800/227-3235; www.go-today.com)
Base Price: $599
Duration: Seven nights
Additional Fees: $140
What's Included: Airfare, rental car, unlimited miles, and fuel surcharges.
What's Not: Hotels and gas.
When: April 1 to May 14.
Deadline: March 26.
Why this is a Deal: Save $400 over booking this trip independently.
Complete Details: Flying out of Hartford, Connecticut (New York departures are $20 more), this fly and drive France package includes everything but accommodations. It's ideal for people who have friends in the country or want to explore on their own. Rental cars are through Hertz. For the above price, travelers receive a 2-door manual transmission automobile. Automatics cost $30 more.
