$1200.00 and 3-5 days where to go?
Jul 15th, 2002, 10:31 AM
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$1200.00 and 3-5 days where to go?
I am a young, and admittidly, inexperienced traveller. My husband and I would like to take a trip in late Dec. or early January. We love beaches and would prefer somewhere warm. We have travelled oversea's and have no irrational fears about places or modes of transportation. We do not drink or gamble so Las Vegas seems a poor choice though I am aware of the many other attraction that LV offers. Our budget is very small but a small vacation is better than none at all.
Jul 15th, 2002, 11:11 AM
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I'd go to hotwire.com and try typing in various options to get an idea of the fares....this is a great website that will give you the fares first without obligating yourself. Don't do this on priceline.com or you'll get stuck with that location if your bid is accepted. On priceline.com you must give a credit card etc. before you even find out. Hotwire.com will allow you to play around with different options.
Usually traveling on Tuesday, Wednesday, (maybe Thursday) and Saturdays will give you the lowest fares, also make sure you stay over a Saturday night. Sounds like fun for you!!
Usually traveling on Tuesday, Wednesday, (maybe Thursday) and Saturdays will give you the lowest fares, also make sure you stay over a Saturday night. Sounds like fun for you!!
Jul 15th, 2002, 11:11 AM
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So. California is great, but the weather won't be that good that time of year. That being said, I still love LA and San Diego for eating out, shopping, etc.
You could try to get a hotel and air package to Mexico (several provide this such as American or Apple Vacations). Puerto Vallarta is great and inexpensive (much more old Mexico spirit). Cancun is very Americanized, but has prettier beaches and the crystal clear water (would be a good option if you just wanted to decompress for a few days). Advantage is once you're there, Mexico is pretty inexpensive.
South Beach is another option, but it's expensive and weather tends to be dicey that time of year.
You could try to get a hotel and air package to Mexico (several provide this such as American or Apple Vacations). Puerto Vallarta is great and inexpensive (much more old Mexico spirit). Cancun is very Americanized, but has prettier beaches and the crystal clear water (would be a good option if you just wanted to decompress for a few days). Advantage is once you're there, Mexico is pretty inexpensive.
South Beach is another option, but it's expensive and weather tends to be dicey that time of year.
Jul 15th, 2002, 11:30 AM
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Your preference is for a warmer climate; however have you considered going to Europe? As long as you avoid the Xmas rush, you can often get great prices at that time of year to either London or Paris. It's also the low season and with fewer tourists, should be able to enjoy the city and get reasonably priced accommadations.
Jul 15th, 2002, 11:47 AM
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The big wild card here is airfares. You could always drive down to the Charleston area, but there is no gaurantee it will be warm.
I'd look for good internet airfare deals in Florida. Ft. Lauderdale would be doable.
(airfare - roughly $400 total, lodging for 3 nights - roughly $350).
I'd look for good internet airfare deals in Florida. Ft. Lauderdale would be doable.
(airfare - roughly $400 total, lodging for 3 nights - roughly $350).
Jul 15th, 2002, 03:58 PM
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Why not a cruise? You may be able to find a reasonable price to the Caribbean on a cruise during that time. Plus your food and entertainment will be included. No need to pay extra for that. Only Liquor will cost out of pocket.Check out website- Bestpricecruises.com
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Is $1200 your budget including air or after you buy your airline tickets? Assuming it is in addition to air fare. Coming out of NY you can get some smoking' deals in the winter months. Check the consolidator like Go-Today to see what might work for you. If you are looking for warmer climes in Europe in the dead of winter you will want to look further South, Italy, Spain or Greece. Someone suggested a cruise and maybe there is something in the Mediterranian. A Carribean cruise might work for you also.
