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News Stories by Arabella Bowen

  • Last Minute Thanksgiving Getaways

    Don't have to go home for Thanksgiving this year? Take advantage of the upcoming long-weekend for a quick beach escape, urban adventure, or early-season ski trip. There are still deals to be had—if you know where to look. You'll get the most bang for your buck by leaving on Thanksgiving day itself and booking a package that bundles airfare and hotel together. That said, there's no getting around the fact that airfare anywhere is expensive this year. We tracked great rates in several destinations.

    Posted by Arabella Bowen on November 03, 2010 at 12:33:10 PM EDT Tagged: Paris, Florida
  • 11 Fall Value Travel Destinations

    Don't be fooled by the term "off season." Now is the best time to take advantage of travel deals; the crowds are gone and many hotels and airlines have dropped their rates. We've rounded up our favorite value fall travel destinations, where you'll get the same luxuries for a fraction of the price.

    Posted by Arabella Bowen on September 22, 2010 at 5:48:37 PM EDT Tagged: Iceland, Aruba, Australia, Sydney, Hawaii, Maui, Germany, Berlin