Vacation Deals
Vacation and travel deals can save you a little or lots of money, but may require research and hours of effort to discover. We receive many press releases and information about travel specials, new destinations, discounted hotel & resort specials and off season travel to tourist spots that aren't quite so hot when the peak season ends. Some deals, however, are available when the weather is at its best. By simply shifting your vacation by weeks and waiting till the kids at your desired travel destination return to school, you’ll find greater availability on flights & hotels, plus cheaper rates and a variety of perks.
As reporters researching and writing about travel, our primary goal is to share information that may be of interest to you, thus saving you time and money. Decisions on pleasure travel are most often made by women booking hotels, flights and other arrangements on the Internet. Our freelance writers include a fair share of men, but the majority of us are women who love to travel. We are bargain shoppers who pride ourselves in finding deals (we’ve had a lifetime of practice in saving money.)
Is a deal too good to be true? Sometimes it really is great, delivering on the promise. You may feel luck is on your side when you discover and purchase a travel product that turned out that way. When booking such deals, however, be sure to read the fine print and weigh your options. If you feel the offer is right for you, then go for it!
If you are flexible, you may save lots of money, experience less crowds and have a better time. If you aren’t so flexible, you’ll spend more time making travel arrangements to suit your needs. A deal may not be a money-saver per se, but simply something that suited your budget and time constraints. And being happy when you travel is the best deal of all.
Williams, Arizona 4th of July with Sky Divers
Williams, AZ –An elite parachuting team, the Arizona Skyhawks, will sky dive in formation high above the mountain town and land in the midst of the parade on Main Street, the original Mother Road of Route 66 fame. Tourists join residents in celebrating 100 years of 4th of July parades in Williams, Arizona in 2009. A vintage photo shot from the second floor of the historic Grand Canyon Hotel, serving guests since 1891, captured the Main Street parade in 1909 and the community will reenact that same setting this year complete with vintage clothing and horse drawn wagons. The reenactment will occur at high noon as locals and visitors alike are invited to dress in period clothing from 1909 to recreate this historical photo. The reenactment photo will be published in the Williams Grand Canyon News, which celebrates 120 years of publishing this year.
Yesterday’s Main Street became the Mother Road of Route 66 fame and continues to be the focal point of historic downtown Williams. The “Old time 4th of July” events spill out into the community and include a local Rotary BBQ, a traditional ice cream social at the Methodist Church, free Family Swim at the beautiful indoor Williams Aquatic Center, and many more family activities. The 4th of July celebration continues with one of the biggest parades in Northern Arizona starting at 6 pm right down historic Route 66! “Celebrating Small Town Traditions” is the theme for this year’s regionally favorite parade.
Spend your 4th of July in the cool pines of Northern Arizona and enjoy the hometown feel of the Small Town 4th of July in Williams Arizona. For more information and a full schedule of 4th of July weekend events visit williamschamber.com or call 1-800-863-0546
Schedule
7am-10am - Maine Consolidated School Pancake Breakfast
10:30am - “Gateway to the Grand Canyon” Town Entry Arch dedication
12:00 pm - “Celebrating 100 years of 4th of July parades in Williams” on historical Route 66-photo re-enactment of the 1909 4ht of July Parade.
1pm-4pm - Free swim at the Aquatic Center
1pm-5pm- Williams Community Social including the Rotary BBQ, Kiwanis corn roast, kids games and activities at the Williams Rec. Center
4pm-4:30pm- Methodist Church Ice Cream Social
6pm - Famous Williams 4th of July parade “Celebrating Small Town Traditions”
All Day - Railhead shooting competition at the National Forest shooting range all day
Are the islands your favorite vacation? You are not alone. Defining hospitality is what Hawaii is about–and there’s always something new going on. Luxury resorts just keep getting better, and the amenities, locations, golf and dining are unsurpassed. So here’s an update from the Convention and Visitors organization.
The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort (O‘ahu), officially re-opened with its Pink Is the New Fabulous gala event on March 7. Celebrity event designer David Beahm coordinated the celebration that brought Hollywood celebrities to O‘ahu for the occasion and featured entertainment by Grammy-nominated trumpeter Chris Botti.
Events and Attractions : Soar through the Maui sky at heights up to 600 feet at Piiholo Ranch, which now features Hawai‘i’s longest zipline. At nearly three miles long, the zipline adventure takes visitors up to speeds of 40 miles per hour for a birds-eye view of the Makawao rainforest and panoramic sights of Haleakalä summit and Maui’s coastline. For more information, visit PiiholoZipline.com.
Make a new tour of the locations on O‘ahu featured in Hollywood films and television on the Hummer Movie/Lost Adventure. The tour ventures from the Nu‘uanu Pali past Kualoa Ranch to the Ka‘a‘awa Valley on the northeast shore to visit the various sites where Hollywood movies such as “50 First Dates,” “Godzilla,” “Tears of the Sun,” “You, Me, and Dupree” and the hit television show “LOST” were filmed. For more information, visit HummerToursHawaii.com.
O‘ahu’s Turtle Bay Resort and the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa were both named Top Hotels for Romance. The list is based on customer reviews for the best overall hotels as well as the best for romance. Book these hotels on our web site!
Wuksachi Lodge near world’s biggest tree, General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park, California, offers a home base for your trip
Sequoia National Park, Calif.—With spring just weeks away and summer inching ever closer, the window of opportunity to avoid crowds at California’s best attractions such as Sequoia National Park is narrowing. You can still book a room at Wuksachi Lodge inside the park and stay amongst the grand forests of the Sierras at your leisure, though it’s best not to wait too long. According to Wuksachi Lodge Manager Jerry Hagen the hotel is nearly always full from mid-May through September, and tourists seeking last minute spring trips can easily book accommodations now without a long wait. Call for reservations: 866-807-3598 or international tel: 801-559-4930. Read more information about this vacation.
Anaheim is the vacation capital close to the famous Southern California beaches. Are you looking for theme park pages? We have some deal that include discount hotels when you book your vacation in a combine ticket and hotel package.
Boat cruises, architectural tours and even bike rentals to ride on the paths along the Lakefront area of Chicago are a few of over 50 tour attractions you can purchase before you go. Many of our tour tickets have package deal options that save you anywhere from several dollarts to $100. Be sure to check out Chicago attractions & packages.
One of America’s favorite vacations is the nation’s capitol, Washington, D.C. Its museums, tours and attractions are ideal for summer vacations and the season has begun for making your travel plans. From capitol tours to Mount Vernon George Washington’s Estate and Gardens, we offer tickets to purchase and package deals before you leave home. It’s a great way to secure your plans. See over 40 tour attactions in Washington, D.C. area.
San Franciso is such beautiful place to visit. Whether you go for romance, adventure, tour attractions, museums or outdoor exploration, you can reserve and purchase over 150 San Francisco tour and attractions, many with packages deals. Check them out. One of our favorites is CityPass, a combo pass for San Francisco’s highlights.
