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The-secret-to-getting-a-travel-bargain--part-3
By Jessica-Kliethermes
Congratulations on all of the fabulous deals you have acquired so far for your vacation! By now you have saved a significant amount of money and will be able to use that hard earned cash for bigger and better attractions, nicer restaurants, or if you are like me, you can tuck it away for a future vacation in the not so distant future!
When it comes to attractions, I start by researching Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitor Bureau’s websites. Just Google the city name and Chamber or CVB and you should be able to find it fairly quickly. If you have time before you leave, request any written information that they can send you. While you are e-mailing or calling them, ask them to tuck in any coupons or brochures they have on hand for the area. They don’t mind doing this if they know you are definitely visiting the area.
Many will plan out your itinerary for you if you ask as well! This is an amazing free service and will save you time trying to map out routes and admission times. They know their city better than anyone should and can offer advice as well. Keep in mind with Chambers of Commerce that they are unlikely to recommend anyone who is NOT a member of their organization.
The way I find the best in town is to ask the locals. Just because a restaurant is splashed all over every website and piece of literature you come across, does not mean they are the best, it just means they have money to advertise. Anytime you are on the phone with someone local whether it’s the hotel, or an attraction, ask them to recommend a restaurant. They live there! They know where to eat and where to avoid at all costs. Some of the best I have eaten at have never done any advertising because they DON’T NEED TO. They stay in business by reputation alone.
Keep doing the same with attractions, night clubs, beaches, parks, etc. Ask the locals! If you call to make a dinner reservation, ask the lady on the phone, “by the way, what would you consider the most happening night club in town” and you can bet she will have an opinion. Once you are armed with all of this information, plot it out on your online map, research a little and you will be surprised with all of the information available, typically posted by someone who has been there and loved it!
Search with the name of your attraction or restaurant and then add the word “discount” or “coupon” to your search. This can be a gold mine of discounts that are free for the printing! Go to the websites (if available) and you can find discounts, coupons, freebies, or find out that Thursday is Prime Rib night.
Call the restaurant or attraction directly. Ask them if there are any coupons out there that you should be aware of. Many times amusement parks will issue discount coupons with considerable savings to local fast food chains or grocery stores. They are meant to draw in locals, but hey, if they are out there go and get them!
Save yourself time by making reservations for meals when possible. You can always cancel them later, but why wait in line for 2 hours if they will let you reserve an ocean view table ahead of time! If you are celebrating a special occasion while you are there (birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, retirement, promotion), tell anyone who will listen when you are on the phone. We have received upgrades on our flights and hotels and have received free appetizers and desserts at countless restaurants. Everyone likes to help make somebody feel special or celebrated. Don’t make things up, but I bet if you think really hard you can think of something to celebrate, even if it’s your 5th honeymoon!
By doing a little research from home, you will save money when you arrive! I hope you will all put these practices to use for your next vacation, but if after you finish reading this the idea of booking your own vacation makes you feel exhausted, there is a solution. Call a Travel Agent.
We receive updates, e-mails, videos, booklets, brochures, and faxes every day! All of the steps I just described over these three articles are what
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PayScale Releases Third Annual Year-End Tipping Study
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Innovative Foods/Good Wives Hors D'oeuvres, Inc. Named #63 to Inc. 500
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InnVest REIT Hotels Offers Up to 50% Off Standard Hotel Rates
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Hermosa Beach Christmas Village is a shopping and dining extravaganza with over 35 stores, restaurants, and businesses participating. Holiday gift specials, Christmas decorations, special celebrity appearances and discounted food and drinks offered throughout Hermosa Beach. (PRWeb Dec 2, 2008)
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Crossman & Company Selected to Lease Shops at Stoneybrook Hills : 80,000 Square Foot, Publix-Anchored Neighborhood Shopping Center to Open in Fall 2009
Crossman & Company, the largest third party retail leasing and property management firm in Central Florida, has been selected to lease Shops at Stoneybrook Hills, an 80,000 square foot neighborhood shopping center under development in Mount Dora. Developed by WindCrest Development Group, the shopping center is and located at US 441 and Stoneybrook Hills Parkway, with an estimated opening date of fall 2009, and will be anchored by Publix. (PRWeb Dec 2, 2008)
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Kids Eat Free at Hyatt Regency Orange County / Anaheim Hotel Near Disneyland
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Carolina Wings and Rib House Selects 1TouchSoftware's Enterprise Restaurant Management System
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Croatian hotelier Valamar presents its New Year's program in Valamar Diamant Hotel in Porec.
Valamar Hotels & Resorts, Croatian largest hotel chain, has presented New Year's Eve program in its popular Valamar Diamant Hotel in Porec, Croatia. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
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New Restaurant Review Portal for Saudi Arabia Opens
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Bourbon Orleans New Orleans Hotel Invites Guests to Enjoy Christmas New Orleans Style
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Stormy Business Climate Makes Obtaining a Liquor License More Affordable for Smaller Businesses
The recession begins to help small businesses such as restaurants with advantages such as lower priced liquor licenses. (PRWeb Dec 1, 2008)
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Chef Michael Chiarello Returns to the Kitchen at New Restaurant Bottega, Opening December 5 in Yountville, CA
Bottega Offers Farm-to-Table Italian Dining in Historic Wine Country Setting (PRWeb Nov 30, 2008)
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The Stand Encourages Diners to 'Beat the Recession' with a Stand Card: Exceptional Value and Great Taste at all Four Locations
The Stand (www.thestandlink.com), an acclaimed and innovative destination for fans of classic American comfort food, proudly encourages families and patrons to 'Beat the Recession' by getting a Stand Card. By simply signing up for a Stand Card, which is completely free, customers will receive special discounts, information about upcoming promotions and other important announcements. At the Westwood Village restaurant, within easy walking distance of the UCLA campus, the restaurant will now exclusively offer its Stand Card members 20 ounces of its famed Stand Honey Blonde Ale for $2.50. Stand Card members will continue to receive their current loyalty customer benefits by saving 5% on all food purchases, and an instant discount of $5 for every $100 the spend at the restaurant. This promotion, along with The Stand's legendary Monday Dollar Dog Nights, is an excellent deal for people who want excellent food at a great price. By simply signing up for a Stand Card, which is completely free, customers will receive special discounts, information about upcoming promotions and other important announcements. (PRWeb Nov 28, 2008)
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Despite Economy, Oregon Wine Benefit !Salud! Raises Over $735,000
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Restaurant.com Takes Giving to Whole New Level, $30 Million in 30 Days, People 'Feed It Forward' for Free
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Buy Railings New Handrails and Footrails to Provide Steadier Footing this Winter
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Kramer Industries Remains Industry Leader in Silverware Restoration
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Papa Gino's Holdings Appoints New President/COO and CFO
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New Balans Restaurant in Brickell Brings Trendy SoBe Dining, Lounge Ambience to Downtown Miami While Catering to Local Executive Crowds
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This year Anderson Valley Brewing Company's Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale was awarded a coveted bronze award at the European Beer Star Awards. (PRWeb Nov 25, 2008)
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Kimpton Hotels Announces New Wine Education Vacation in San Francisco
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Payroll Provider Creates Industry First With Bilingual Tool for Spanish Speaking Workforce
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Patrón Transaction Reaches Completion : John Paul DeJoria Becomes Principal Owner; Bacardi Buys Minority Interest
John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of Patrón tequila—the world’s top-selling ultra-premium tequila—today announced the completion of a transaction that makes him principal owner of Patrón Spirits International AG (formerly Caribbean Distillers Corporation, Limited), the parent company of The Patrón Spirits Company. A subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, now holds a significant minority stake in the company. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)
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Employment Background Investigations, Inc. Named to 'Hot List' of Screening Industry Frontrunners
EBI's Brand of Award Winning Screening Solutions Recognized by Workforce Management Magazine as a Premier Provider (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)
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Hamman Marketing Associates Awarded US Consulting Contract to Bring Premium, 100% Tunisian Olive Oil to US Market
As part of a worldwide initiative, Hamman Marketing will work in US Market while other experts chosen for Europe and Japan. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)
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Easy to Make Roasted Olives - Classic Holiday Snacking Favorite
Delicious holiday snacking and entertaining recipes - roasted olives. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)
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Fast Start for New Premium Shochu Haamonii Smooth Launch
In the ever-expanding beverage field where consumers seek the next "new" item, a 400-year-old 22% alcohol spirit -- shochu -- is leaving its ethnic base and becoming the next hot trend. And, the newest premium entry -- Haamonii Smooth -- is Bay Area/San Jose produced and marketed in a very new way. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Substance Matters - Companies Build Their Brand with Qualified Nutrition Experts
The need for food and wellness companies to hire truly qualified nutrition experts to help manage their brand cannot be emphasized enough, and is, in effect, not unlike taking out a "nutrition insurance" policy, while simultaneously adding to their bottom line. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Morris Visitor Publications Announces the Launch of Where Traveler Connect, the Most Comprehensive Local Market Content Offering in the Travel Industry
Strategic partner Hudson Crossing to bring new product to travel marketplace; strong demand for offering, now signing up limited set of launch partners prior to February 2009 general availability (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Perth Leadership Institute Issues White Paper on Corporate Governance Reforms’ Adverse Impact on Credit Crisis
White Paper Concludes Sarbox Actually Increased Systemic Financial Risk and Reduced Good Business Judgment (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Synergy Restaurant Consultants Retained by Merrill Lynch to Assess Two Brazilian Restaurant Brands
Synergy Restaurant Consultants has fulfilled a major retainer agreement with the banking industry giant Merrill Lynch's Latin American Division. The financial company tapped Synergy Restaurant Consultants to conduct extensive due diligence assessments for two of its Brazilian restaurant brands, Porcão Rio's Churrascaria and Galleria Gourmet. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Meet Minneapolis Offers Holiday Travelers Cost-Saving Tips and Stress Reducing Ideas
Ease on Down the Road to Minneapolis for Last Minute Steals and Deals and a Merry Little Give Away (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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Stubb's Bar-B-Q Celebrates 40 Years of Spreading "Love and Happiness" -- To Celebrate The Company Donates Bar-B-Q to Fort Hood Families.
Stubb's Bar-B-Q celebrates 40 years of spreading "love and happiness" by donating bar-b-q sauce and briskets to families at Fort Hood. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)
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First Mexican Restaurant in the United States to use Solar PV to Generate Electricity.
Mi Cocina Mexican Restaurant is the first Mexican restaurant in the USA to operate with a Solar PV power source. Lighthouse solar designed and built the custom structure which serves as an awning for the patio as well as the structure to support the panels. Mi Cocina has taken many steps to reduce their consumption and pursue renewable resources. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)
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Celebrate the Holidays in the Park
Park Place offers a convenient, one-stop, upscale shopping and dinning experience in the heart of historic Annapolis, Maryland. The spectacular collection of shops and restaurants has amazing sales promotions and events throughout the holiday season. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)
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Unelko Responds to Alleged Misleading Press Releases About Unelko Pesticides Issued by the EPA
Unelko Responds To Alleged Misleading Press Releases About Unelko Pesticides Issued by the EPA. Prevents Hospitals, Schools & Public from using New Cleaning and "Barrier" Technology for Improved Surface Hygiene. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)
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West Palm Beach Marriott, Among Palm Beach Hotels, Introduces a New Getaway Package for Florida Residents
West Palm Beach deals reward Floridians with incredible savings for fall escapes and holiday getaways (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)
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you are paying your travel agent to do. We have “preferred suppliers” who we know will take care of our clients every time. We educate ourselves on the best hotels, restaurants, and attractions so that you DON’T HAVE TO! We even do site inspections to make sure they are still holding up to the standards we expect for our clients.
So for those who think the travel industry is all glitz, glamour, and fabulous free vacations, I hope you can now see what all is involved with planning a simple vacation. We definitely work hard for our money but we do it because we know that you can’t put a price on a memorable vacation. Happy travels! Article Source: http://activeauthors.com Jessica Kliethermes Group Travel CoordinatorStudent TravelBus Tours and Group Cruises
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