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Archive for November, 2009
November 29, 2009 at 5:15 pm · Filed under INFORMATIONAL, travel, vacation
This Tidbit is 4 making get away plans before the start of winter. This week, Travelzoo.com, a travel deals publisher, is featuring Fort Lauderdale as its Destination of the Week, with discounts on airfare, hotels and activities. Here’s how to turn those deals into an affordable long weekend.
To get there from the West Coast, take advantage of Virgin America’s new nonstop servicefrom San Francisco, Seattle, Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas, which starts Nov. 18. One-way flights start at $99 through Feb. 10. Book by Nov. 30.
Starwood Hotels and Resorts is offering discounts at three of its Fort Lauderdale hotels, including the Westin Beach Resort for $109 a night (normally $169). Book by Dec. 5 for stays through Dec. 17. There is a three-night minimum.
For a really cheap vacation, the Hollywood Beach Hotel & Hostel has beds for $15 a night. Or splurge on a family room (sleeps six) starting at $99 a night.
With these discounts, it’s possible to book a weekend getaway for two in mid-December, flying out of Los Angeles with three nights at the Westin, for about $400 a person. Florida here we come!
Have a wondwerful adventure
Jaye
November 28, 2009 at 6:10 pm · Filed under airports, fees, travel
This tidbit is 4 airline baggage fees. Most airlines now charge for checked bags and are not included in the price quoted when you purchase your tickets. It can be difficult to determine what your actual costs will be without looking thru the fine print on the carriers web site.
There are all kinds of exceptions to these fees, especially for certain classes of frequent flyers and military personnel. These fees are cumulative and are double for round-trip travel. They are subject to change and were accurate to the best of my research.
If you’re a heavy packer, you will want to go with Southwest, even if there’s a cheaper fare on another airline. But if you are a frequent flyier, most major airlines will waive the fees.
Always check with the airline you are flying as I know some reduce the price if you check in online prior to your travel. This also gives you a great way to confirm your seat or to change it if you wish.
Here are the basics for the 1st and second bags, please call your airline to verify what the fees are!
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Alaska and AirTran: $ 15 $ 25
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American $ 20 $ 30
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Continental and Delta, $ 15 $ 25 If paid online (add $ 5 if paying at the airport)
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Frontier $ 15 $ 25
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JetBlue $ 0 $ 20
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Spirit $ 19 $ 25
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Southwest $ 0
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United and US Airways $ 20 $ 30 If paid online (add $ 5 if paying at the airport)
Check my other posts for packing tips, you might be able to reduce the amount of bags you take and also save yourself some $$$$$$$$$$$
Hope this information is helpful
Have a safe adventure
Jaye
November 8, 2009 at 2:31 pm · Filed under INFORMATIONAL, travel, vacation
This Tidbit is just a quick slideshow of the Cliffs of Moher, what a beautiful place to visit!
