According to USA Today, Airfares on most routes are lower this summer.
Trying to attract passengers in a recession, airlines are selling tickets much cheaper than a year ago.
Fares for travel next month are as much as 63% lower than last summer, according to an analysis by FareCompare.com.
At USA TODAY's request, FareCompare analyzed all domestic fares for flights between the hub cities of legacy airlines United, (UAUA) American, (AMR) Continental, (CAL) Delta (DAL)and US Airways. (LCC) The fares were valid Friday for travel in mid-July with a 14-day advance purchase.
The analysis found that the cheapest round-trip coach fares were less expensive this summer for 115 of 136 pairs of cities. In 54 city pairs, the cheapest tickets were at least 25% lower than a year ago.
Read the complete article http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/2009-06-29-cheaper-summer-airfares_N.htm
Spend July 4th in our nation's oldest city St. Augustine
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
European Travel Deals
Is now the time to travel to Europe? Yes!
According to the European Travel Commission travel to Europe is up due to all the discount deals being offered.
If you ever wanted to go to Europe, go online or contact your travel agent because the deals are out there now.
For one of the best vacations in the United States, go to our nation's oldest city St. Augustine, FL.
According to the European Travel Commission travel to Europe is up due to all the discount deals being offered.
If you ever wanted to go to Europe, go online or contact your travel agent because the deals are out there now.
For one of the best vacations in the United States, go to our nation's oldest city St. Augustine, FL.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Unusual Vacations
Did you know you can Train and Travel into space with the Russian Cosmonauts for the paltry fee of just $40,000,000, yes that's forty million dollars.
If you don't have the $40 mil, a US company called Space Adventure will put you into the cosmonaut training program for a measly $3,000,000 so you can train but not actually travel into space.
Talk about an unusual vacation! For something much more affordable, visit our nations oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida
If you don't have the $40 mil, a US company called Space Adventure will put you into the cosmonaut training program for a measly $3,000,000 so you can train but not actually travel into space.
Talk about an unusual vacation! For something much more affordable, visit our nations oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida
Saturday, June 27, 2009
511 is American's Traveler Information Number
511 is America's Traveler Information Telephone Number for the latest in road conditions across america. Check 511 before you start on that road trip this summer.
For a great place to stay in St. Augustine
For a great place to stay in St. Augustine
Friday, June 26, 2009
International Travel Information
If you are looking to travel abroad this summer you may find the State Departments information very useful. This information comes from their website with links for more information.
What Are Travel Warnings, Country Specific Information & Travel Alerts?
Travel Warnings
Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department decides, based on all relevant information, to recommend that Americans avoid travel to a certain country. Countries where avoidance of travel is recommended will have Travel Warnings as well as Country Specific Information. You may also want to review specific country Background Notes.
Travel Alerts
Travel Alerts are a means to disseminate information about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term and/or trans-national conditions posing significant risks to the security of American travelers. The TAs are made when there is a specific threat that cannot be countered. In the past, Travel Alerts have been issued to deal with short-term coups, violence by terrorists and anniversary dates of specific terrorist events.
Country Specific Information
Country Specific Information are available for every country of the world. They include such information as location of the U.S. embassy or consulate in the subject country, unusual immigration practices, health conditions, minor political disturbances, unusual currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and drug penalties.
If an unstable condition exists in a country that is not severe enough to warrant a Travel Warning, a description of the condition(s) may be included under an optional section entitled "Safety/Security."On limited occasions, we also restate in this section any U.S. embassy advice given to official employees. Country Specific Information generally do not include advice, but present information in a factual manner so the traveler can make his or her own decisions concerning travel to a particular country.
Country Background Notes
If you are looking for information on any of the U.S. territories and possessions, such as the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam or American Samoa, you can go to the CIA Factbook.
In addition, please see the section “Tips for Traveling Abroad" for other important health and safety information. Also, stay current with current information by visiting their “News "section.
Get Information for a terrific place to stay in St. Augustine
What Are Travel Warnings, Country Specific Information & Travel Alerts?
Travel Warnings
Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department decides, based on all relevant information, to recommend that Americans avoid travel to a certain country. Countries where avoidance of travel is recommended will have Travel Warnings as well as Country Specific Information. You may also want to review specific country Background Notes.
Travel Alerts
Travel Alerts are a means to disseminate information about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term and/or trans-national conditions posing significant risks to the security of American travelers. The TAs are made when there is a specific threat that cannot be countered. In the past, Travel Alerts have been issued to deal with short-term coups, violence by terrorists and anniversary dates of specific terrorist events.
Country Specific Information
Country Specific Information are available for every country of the world. They include such information as location of the U.S. embassy or consulate in the subject country, unusual immigration practices, health conditions, minor political disturbances, unusual currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and drug penalties.
If an unstable condition exists in a country that is not severe enough to warrant a Travel Warning, a description of the condition(s) may be included under an optional section entitled "Safety/Security."On limited occasions, we also restate in this section any U.S. embassy advice given to official employees. Country Specific Information generally do not include advice, but present information in a factual manner so the traveler can make his or her own decisions concerning travel to a particular country.
Country Background Notes
If you are looking for information on any of the U.S. territories and possessions, such as the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam or American Samoa, you can go to the CIA Factbook.
In addition, please see the section “Tips for Traveling Abroad" for other important health and safety information. Also, stay current with current information by visiting their “News "section.
Get Information for a terrific place to stay in St. Augustine
Thursday, June 25, 2009
A Great Place to Go on the Cheap
Imagine miles of uncrowded beach, lots of historic sites, fantastic restaurants and interesting museums and art galleries. That's just some of what you will find in St. Augustine, FL.
St. Augustine is Americas oldest continuous settlement and a hidden gem for vacationers. The City has done a remarkable job preserving its history while remaining a great Florida vacation spot.
Stroll down cobblestone streets and browse the quaint shops. Take a trolley tour or horse drawn buggy ride through the historic district where you will see exquisite Spanish architecture and beautifully preserved buildings from days gone by.
Chain restaurants are not allowed in the Historic district so the restaurants are all unique and top quality as they compete with each other to our benefit.
St. Augustine has been named one of the most walkable cities in America. If you want to have that home-town feel again, just come to the Plaza on Thursday nights with your lounge chair for free music and fun.
Don't miss spending time in St. Augustine this summer. It is a gem vacation spot you can enjoy on the Cheap.
St. Augustine is Americas oldest continuous settlement and a hidden gem for vacationers. The City has done a remarkable job preserving its history while remaining a great Florida vacation spot.
Stroll down cobblestone streets and browse the quaint shops. Take a trolley tour or horse drawn buggy ride through the historic district where you will see exquisite Spanish architecture and beautifully preserved buildings from days gone by.
Chain restaurants are not allowed in the Historic district so the restaurants are all unique and top quality as they compete with each other to our benefit.
St. Augustine has been named one of the most walkable cities in America. If you want to have that home-town feel again, just come to the Plaza on Thursday nights with your lounge chair for free music and fun.
Don't miss spending time in St. Augustine this summer. It is a gem vacation spot you can enjoy on the Cheap.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Camping Has Become Cool!
I read a CNN article today about camping with lots of info and resources.
Pitch a Tent, it's cheap!
"Camping has become cool," says Christine Fanning, executive director of the Outdoor Foundation, a not-for-profit organization charged with encouraging young people to get outdoors. She notes that reservations for campsites and sales for camping gear are up.
And many appear to be first-time campers. "We've had the highest growth of first-time campers in 18 years," reports Jim Rogers, CEO of the 450-plus KOA Campgrounds, the world's largest system of family campgrounds.
If sleeping on the ground isn't your thing, try a pop-up camper. According to Kevin Broom of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association, rentals start at just $35 a day. Visit Go RVing to find a dealer near you.
The National Park Service, offers plenty of campground activities, has announced three free-entrance weekends (June 20 to 21, July 16 to 19 and August 15 to 16).
Another plus: It's easy to bring along your dog or cat. At some places, including Yosemite and private campgrounds, you can rent a platform tent or rustic cabin so that you don't have to pitch your own.
Pitch a Tent, it's cheap!
"Camping has become cool," says Christine Fanning, executive director of the Outdoor Foundation, a not-for-profit organization charged with encouraging young people to get outdoors. She notes that reservations for campsites and sales for camping gear are up.
And many appear to be first-time campers. "We've had the highest growth of first-time campers in 18 years," reports Jim Rogers, CEO of the 450-plus KOA Campgrounds, the world's largest system of family campgrounds.
If sleeping on the ground isn't your thing, try a pop-up camper. According to Kevin Broom of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association, rentals start at just $35 a day. Visit Go RVing to find a dealer near you.
The National Park Service, offers plenty of campground activities, has announced three free-entrance weekends (June 20 to 21, July 16 to 19 and August 15 to 16).
Another plus: It's easy to bring along your dog or cat. At some places, including Yosemite and private campgrounds, you can rent a platform tent or rustic cabin so that you don't have to pitch your own.
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