Travel Leaders’ top ways to save your travel money in 2009
Posted January 18, 2009 , add a commentThe travel agency Travel Leaders (formerly CarsonWaglit) has come out with its annual travel agent survey of trends. Instead of posting all the information in one article, there will be a series of articles highlighting what‘s important to you as a budget minded traveler.
The first topic covered will be the top ways leisure travelers are saving money:
1. Flexible with dates 75.7%
Date flexibility has saved me hundreds of dollars. Last year when my family flew from Nashville to Los Angeles, we saved around $600 by adjusting our departure and arrival dates by one day!
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Where to find great travel deals in 2009
Posted January 17, 2009 , add a commentSure, the economy is struggling and most Americans are cutting back on their discretionary spending. But it’s not all doom and gloom for travelers in 2009. Even though the travel industry is impacted by the economic downturn, the good news is 2009 is the year of the great travel bargain. Your dream vacation may cost a lot less this year because of discounts, extras and upgrades. And some of the most popular travel destinations are seeing smaller crowds, which can make your visit a more enjoyable experience.
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Ten Tips for Bali Vacation
Posted , add a commentBali is a small, beautiful island famed for its unique arts and cultures, enchanting nature and the friendliness of its people. Most people come to Bali to experience the marvelously rich cultural heritage; some come for the beaches and the waves, others for pure relaxation. Bali is situated in Indonesia, one of the best tourist destinations in Asia. For those who plan to visit Bali, I herewith write Ten Essential Tips for Bali Vacation for your consideration.
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Travel to the Maldives
Posted , add a commentOnce a completely remote and isolated tropical paradise, the Maldives has now become a very popular holiday destination for Europeans and Americans. The Maldives is made up of a group of atolls with luxury resorts scattered around its coastline. The Republic of Maldives is located in the Indian Ocean. Situated south of India and south west of Sri Lanka, the Maldives total twenty-six atolls with over 1000 small islands, most of which are inhabitable.
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How Safe is Phuket For Travel?
Posted , add a commentPhuket is one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations, and yet visitor numbers are well down on previous year. The beaches and streets in Phuket are quiet and businesses are beginning to feel the strain. Thailand’s political problems have been well documented by the media, so much so that the country is portrayed as being in complete anarchy. Although the problems have been centered in Bangkok, they have impacted Phuket. But what’s the reality of the situation? Should tourists be wary of traveling to Phuket?
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