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Fore! Score and Several Continents: Golf Vacations Go Global

March 10, 2004 -- Once considered a sport fitting only for the rich and their pocketbooks, golf is now available to nearly everyone -- and we're not talking just public courses,…

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Gearing Up for a Summery Outdoors

March 10, 2004 -- The National Parks System isn't content with a study that shows nearly 40% of US adults have visited such a park in the past five years, 93% of them saying they were…

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Early Birds Get the Rooms in Our National Parks

February 16, 2004 -- Although America's national parks didn't yet exceed pre 9/11 numbers last year, there were still plenty of times when would-be visitors couldn't find…

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Smooth Skiing in the Rockies

January 28, 2004 -- The snow piles up out in the Rockies - Utah reports more than 20 feet so far this season!. Like the snow, prices keep coming down as well, as there are a lot of…

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Oh, Give Me a Home Where the Cartoon Characters Roam

January 23, 2004 -- If the idea of living in homes named Cinderella's Castle, Alice's Wonderland, or even Pooh's Playhouse isn't too saccharine for you, then look to Loyalty USA for…

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Winter's Here in Full-Force: Embrace These Snowy Bargains

January 16, 2004 -- There's a goodly amount of snow on the slopes and trails across country right now, making the time ripe for booking a winter weekend, be it sporty or relaxed. We've…

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A Second Helping of Valentine Vacations

January 14, 2004 -- Only one month from today is V-Day, so look lively if you want to have something really neat to give your loved one -- the good deals go fast. And today we have a…

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Value Vietnam: Long Trips, Low Prices Include Air, Hotels and Tours

January 14, 2004 -- Interest in Vietnam continues to grow, the more adventurous many travelers become. It remains inexpensive with hopeful populace known for its surprisingly kind…

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Bring the Brood: We Scope Some Family-Friendly Spanish Hotels

Seville, Spain -- Bringing kids abroad can be tough -- especially when you have more than a few. As we've been wandering through Spain, though, we've come upon several hotels that are…

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No Reason to Miss Low Season Savings in NYC and DC

January 7, 2004 -- The ball has dropped in Times Square, Congress is currently in recess, and the crowds have dispersed. Now's the time to hit either spot as hotels in both cities…

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Paris-imonius Packages! Air and Hotel from $379

December 24, 2003 - We've said it before and we'll say it again, off-season travel equals great savings for you. Our proof? We present you with exhibit A: several offers to the City of…

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Parallel Destinies: Take a Ride Alongside the Biggest Event on Two Wheels in France

December 22, 2003 -- Lance Armstrong will be trying for an unprecedented sixth win in the 2004 Tour de France. You can tour along the very same routes during the event, on one of…

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Mouse House: A New Affordable Disney Resort and Orlando Themepark Packages

Updated December 19, 2003 -- If you like togetherness, you'll fall in love with Walt Disney World Resort's newest hotel, all 2,880 rooms of it. Called the Pop Century Resort, this…

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Greetings, Stranger! Local Denizens of Cities Around the World Volunteer Their Time to Take You on Free Personal Tours of Their Hometowns

Updated December 19, 2003 -- New York gets richer and more complex the deeper you go; it's 350 years of history piled onto residents of 200 countries, blended and boiled together until…

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Become a Vegas VIP With New Year's Party and Club Passes

December 10, 2003 -- Frank Sinatra, in the back room of the Flamingo, knew it. George Clooney, stepping out of a party at the MGM Grand, definitely knows it. Celine Dion probably…

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Weekend in New England: Country Inns Cut Rates

December 8, 2003 -- Sure, everyone loves the image of a snow-covered country inn, surrounded by firs, a chilly brook babbling in the background near the mountains offsetting the warm…

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Hassle-Free Holidays: Frommer's Tip List for Traveling Without a Worry

Procrastinators will find sky-high air and rail fares for the turkey week right now, and Christmas and New Year's down the pike. There are a ways to reduce stress while saving time and…

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Lodger Dodger: More Discounts on Rooms in National Parks

November 21, 2003 - As we pointed out on Wednesday, as the temperature drops, so do the prices on rates for overnighting in our national parks. Today, we've got special rates in Zion…

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Orlando and Theme Park Packages on the Cheap

November 19, 2003 -- Mickey Mouse just turned 75 yesterday, and he still looks great. You can see for yourself with any of these affordable packages to the Orlando area and Disney…

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Winter Perks in Our National Parks: Lodge Rates Fall Like the First Snow

November 19, 2003 -- Many travelers think of national park visits as essentially summer outings, with sightings of bears, geysers and babbling brooks to dip your toes in. Savvy…

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Toronto's On! Winter Weekend Wonders Include Hotels, Free Meals and Tickets

November 17, 2003 -- Following up on its big promotion last summer to show the world Toronto's recovery SARS scare, Canada's best-known city is gearing up for another promotion…

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The Royal Treatment: Princely Packages Include Roundtrip Air, Nights in Castles, Meals and Escorted Tours -- at a Price

November 17, 2003 -- Staying in a European castle doesn't have to be a quixotic dream. Your dream can be a reality when even a commoner can get a taste of royal quarters -- as long as…

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A Triple Threat of Domestic Hotel Specials Specifically for Holiday Stays

November 12, 2003 -- The holidays will be soon be here, kicked off by that mad travel weekend that is Thanksgiving. Here we look at three current domestic offers that might make your…

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Bi-Coastal Bargains on NY, SF Hotel Rooms

November 12, 2003 -- New York and San Francisco have a lot in common. Both are among America's most walkable cities, places where surprises lie around every corner. Both hum with…

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Low Temps, Low Prices: A Reminder About Rock-Bottom Priced Europe

November 10, 2003 --Pick a city in Europe, and we've got the package for you as off-season winter travel continues to offer the best savings. Today, we'd like to tug your chords of…