Brandenburg Kentucky: 50% off in one of Southern Grace B&B’s beautifully-appointed rooms

Stay one night in the Garden Room and enjoy a special fishing and picnic package, just $79

San Diego: $175/night at luxury Gaslamp Quarter hotel

Enjoy top-notch accommodations at the historic (yet newly-renovated) US Grant

New Orleans: 40% off upscale downtown boutique hotel

The Ambassador Hotel offers rates starting at $89/night, includes half off parking and two free Swamp Tours

Myrtle Beach: 40% off one-bedroom condo, starting at $69

Stay at Myrtlewood Villas throughout April and enjoy outdoor pools, a brand new fitness center and a lazy river

Hawaii: The Wyndham Royal Garden Waikiki celebrates it grand re-opening with 65% off discounts

Book your Oahu getaway and enjoy rates as low as $99/night

50% off $100 travel voucher at Orlando Metropolitan Express

Pay $50 for a $100 travel credit good for your stay at this family-friendly resort on International Drive

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Julia Scott at WalletPop is highlighting the great airfare deals to Hawaii, Vegas, NYC, and more that Virgin America, Southwest and United Airlines are offering. With United Airlines all destinations, including London, Paris, Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean, are on sale.

Speaking of airfare deals, Air Tran is offering some pretty good deals right now. You’ll find airfare for as little as $44 one way, according to Terri Gruca of KVUE News.

Rent a car that’s miles away from the airport, and you could save a lot of money, according to Christopher Elliott. His article today explores how to avoid airports’ sky-high car rentals in today’s Seattle Times.

An 8 day fly and drive package to Tuscany in the NYTimes includes a seven-day car rental, six nights in a hotel and breakfast daily, starts at $949 a person with departure dates of March 31 and April 7.

Hilton Hotels is offering up to 33 percent off Friday through Sunday stays at more than 520 hotels and resorts worldwide for weekend stays through Dec. 26, must be booked by Jan. 31.

Truth.travel shows us how to get a free companion ticket to Barbados on American Airlines

20 perfect getaways for Valentine’s Day for our friends in or traveling to Europe

Get half-price tickets to Off-Broadway shows such as “STOMP,” “The Fantasticks,” “Avenue Q” and the new “Venus in Fur” in New York City. The “On the House” deal from NYC & Company, the city’s marketing and tourism organization, offers 2-for-1 tickets to more than 20 Off-Broadway shows for February performances.

$17 a night and up for a hotel room in Las Vegas, but these hotel rooms are going fast, so book NOW!

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The Santa Barbara Car Free special is running now. Get 20% off the best available adult train fare on Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner, San Joaquin and associated buses going to and from the following Santa Barbara County stations: Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Guadalupe, Lompoc, Surf, Solvang, Santa Maria and Buellton. You must reserve at least three days in advance of travel to qualify for this discount.

Global Fare Sale on bmi from $161 (O/W)! U.K.-based bmi is slashing rates on airfare by as much as 50 percent! This impressive sale encompasses dozens of destinations worldwide including Europe from $161 each way, Africa from $374, Asia from $478, and more.

A New Package to Orlando Costs Only $449 for 5 nights at a three-star Disney-area resort. In addition to receiving round-trip air on this remarkable package to Orlando, you’ll be receiving continental breakfast each morning. You’ll be given an Orlando-area coupon booklet for dining and attraction discounts. And to top things off, you’ll receive a compact car for five days with unlimited mileage (but not including car rental tax, fuel, and optional insurance). Price is per-person based on two persons traveling together.

That’s not the only Orlando hotel deal out there though, how about $67-$100 a night at the Radisson Orlando Celebration Resort! With luxuries such as custom furniture imported from Italy and granite and marble bathrooms adding a special touch to the resort, this is truly a great place to unwind. The unparalleled pool facilities boast a huge free-formed pool with cascading waterfalls, two whirlpools, a children’s wading pool, heated mid-sized pool and a 40-foot waterslide that winds around a rocky hill. In addition, you will be close to all the sites that make Orlando, FL a vacation retreat.

$76-$109 a night for New Orleans’ Bourbon Orleans Hotel, which features a rich history and French styling reminiscent of the early 1800s. As it is just steps away from the famed St. Louis Cathedral, it means you’re never far from the best the city has to offer-from upscale shopping on Royal Street, to the performers of Jackson Square, to all of the restaurants, galleries and nightlife in between.

$42 a night for a 4-Star Hotel Near The Strip, in Las Vegas, where South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa has slashed rates to 40% off. This special is valid for travel Sunday-Thursday through April.

Jicaro Island Ecolodge is a brand-new ecolodge in the Granada Isletas bringing ecotourism to Nicaragua. As an opening special, the property is offering a third night free for stays through April 2010. A three-night stay is usually $1,311 (double occupancy, including tax); with this deal it’s just $874, averaging $291/night and all meals are included as well in the package price.

Colorado River White-Water Rafting Trip from $965, which is $285 off the standard rack rate for Wilderness River Adventures’ Be a Kid Again package for select dates from April 16 through August 20. In addition to the 88-mile trek down the mighty Colorado River, the deal includes all meals (primarily home-style and barbeque), drinks, and all the essential camping equipment (sleeping bags, a foam pad, ground tarp, tent, etc.). Adrenaline junkies will also have ample opportunities to explore hidden cascading waterfalls and crevices during their trip.

Mardi Gras season began Wednesday with the Feast of Epiphany and continues through Mardi Gras itself, or Fat Tuesday (Feb. 16). Celebrations of the festive season, previously occurring mainly in and near New Orleans, have spread widely in Louisiana, Texas and other states. We’ll cover more Mardi Gras deals as members vote them up over the coming weeks.

New and luxury hotels are opening in London, Tokyo and other major destinations this year and 2010 promises to be a huge year for these new hotels. The New York Times has a handy guide to all of them, and you’ll want to visit each one!  Speaking of new hotels, be sure to add any new deals you may come across, and if you aren’t yet a member, it’s easy to sign up and start voting on the best travel deals!

Today’s podcast highlights all the great Holiday travel deals out there, picking three of the best last-minute deals available. Get some ski-time in this winter, visit Myrtle Beach, or finish off your shopping tax-free in New Hampshire!

United has extended its holiday fare sale to over 50 cities nationwide. Round-trip fares start from just $94 for bookings made by December 16.

Book 3 nights, get a Free Night in Aspen at The Gant. Located three blocks from the Aspen Mountain Gondola, The Gant has 120 roomy,upscale condominiums with woodburning fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, and daily housekeeping.

$499 — Cabo All-Inclusive 5-Night Vacation includes air from Los Angeles, all meals, drinks (alcoholic & nonalcoholic) and on-site entertainment, hotel taxes and gratuities. In addition, kids stay and eat free. The resort is located in San José del Cabo on the beach of the Sea of Cortez and is surrounded by the Sierra de San Lazaro mountains.

$760 and up for Europe Getaways with Airfare, Hotel + Meals. London has it all, from traditional pubs, historic landmarks, hundreds of museums, and superb theater, to incredible dining and Europe’s longest shopping street. These deals are $150 off regular prices.

$126-$189, Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain, the top-rated hotel in Collingwood, is offering a deal to stay two nights and get the third night free during ski season.

$89 per night for Texas Hotel near Bush Presidential Library, $50 OFF. Each guest room is equipped with a full kitchen, complimentary Internet and parking. Explore historic downtown Bryan and enjoy local wineries. Nearby attractions include the George Bush Presidential Library, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Park and Texas A&M University

Cancun, Mexico: Broader beaches, great vacation deals on horizon for those who take advantage of cheap rates currently available for Cancun stays this winter, and watch as through Feb. 10, 2010, 1.3-billion gallons of sand are being delivered to the beaches of Cancun.

$79 a night for Washington D.C.-Area Hotel with Breakfast & Parking situated across the river from the nation’s capital at the Sheraton Crystal City in Arlington. This value packed deal offers a $79 per night rate and includes extras: breakfast for two, free self-parking and wireless Internet.

Save More Than 25% on Vacations in Ireland with Aer Lingus’ The Emerald Castle Package, which runs all of 2010 but promises the best rates for travel in the period from January 1, 2010 through March 10, 2010—includes round-trip airfare from more than 50 U.S. cities, six nights lodging (including one at a Condé Nast Traveler Gold List property), car rental for a week, and starts at a jaw-dropping $599 per person.

Deals at water parks across the country in today’s USA Today highlights those locations prompting a new wave of discounts and value-added extras.

$109-$159 a night for 4-Star Vegas Hotel now offering rooms for stays through December, including weekends. Four star hotels on weekends are usually $200 or more.

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$134 per person for a top Colorado Ski Resort with 2 Night Stay, including weekends. Copper Mountain Resort is steps away from 2,450 acres of prime ski and snowboard terrain featuring 125 ski trails. Resembling a small village nestled at the base of Copper Mountain, guests are within walking distance from local shops, restaurants and nightlife.

Another great winter vacation package deal is the Zephyr Ski Package. At $118 per person Zephyr Cove Resort is truly the best kept secret for Skiers and Snowboarders.

$440 for 3 Nights at Award-Winning Florida Hotel (Save $350) located on the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf Coast. All guest rooms feature beachfront porches or balconies. Several hiking and biking trails are nearby, as well as water activities and golf.

Christmas travel deals include $89 per night in Palm Desert, California, includes breakfast and parking. Tennis courts, swimming pool, Whirlpool are located on site, while golfing is just half a mile away at the Desert Willow Golf Resort. Nearby activities are horseback riding, hiking on a nature preserve trail and hot air ballooning.

$119 a night stays at Louisville 4-Diamond Downtown Hotel (Reg. $209) located in the heart of Louisville, providing Pedway connection to the Kentucky International Convention Center and Louisville’s bustling new Fourth Street Live district. Guest rooms feature great city views, plush bedding and free high-speed wireless Internet.

$119 a night in Philadelphia Center City at The Independent, a 24-room hotel located in a fully-restored Georgian Revival building in the vibrant Midtown Village area that features complimentary European breakfast and a weekly happy hour with wine and cheese. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and mini-refrigerators and microwaves.

Other US Vacation Package Deals today include Three Perfect Tahoe Winter Days Package at $127 per person. With this package each person in the guest party will receive benefits of the package. For the snowmobile, if there are 1 or 2 people there is one double rider snowmobile tour. If there are 3 or 4 people there would be a second double rider added.

Exclusive Santa Fe Cooking 3-Night Package. The package, which is priced from $470 for two people, includes a three-night stay at the Inn, one 2.5-hour cooking demonstration class at the Santa Fe School of Cooking (culminating with lunch), and daily continental breakfast. This “Save and Savor” package also calls for daily afternoon wine and cheese receptions, and a $40 voucher to dine at Mucho Gusto, a Mexican café located next to the Inn.

Save Up to 50% on Stays this Winter at Select Leading Hotels of the World. Truth.travel is reporting that
room prices at more than 80 hotels around the world are being slashed around 30%-50% off regular rates for stays between January 1 and March 31, 2010.

The 3 Day Sale from Air New Zealand ends today. Save 20% on any fare from any city in the USA to anywhere Air New Zealand flies in New Zealand or Australia this Holiday Season.

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa offers 2009/2010 Ski Package, which includes 2 adult lift tickets for Snow Valley Ski Resort, 2 $25 certificates to the Spa of the Pines, discounts on dining and more.

Speaking of skiing, Tom Robbins highlights the best ski deals in Europe, Canada, and the US in his article in today’s The Guardian. Check out what he lists as The Best December Ski Deals.

Toronto hotels offers deals up to 30% off when you stay for 3 nights or more and travel from now through Jan. 15th, 2010.

Romance in Aruba, from $2,100 for 5 Nights, featuring custom-designed Colonial West Indian furnishings including four-poster beds, marble bathrooms and spacious balconies and patios.

A Winter Caribbean Vacation for 40% Less at the Radisson Aruba Resort. Stay five nights and get a $150 beverage credit at the resort; stays of six nights or more get a $200 credit.

Support Canada in Vancouver in 2010 with Vacation Packages from C$689. Watch Canada go for glory next year! Stay in Vancouver where the action is, or, if you’re looking to save a bit, check Canadian hotel deals for the latest low prices in other areas.

Top five Christmas travel deals from USA Today. Highlights include London, Las Vegas, and Madrid.

$79 & up for 4-Star Downtown Los Angeles Hotels. Affordable areas near LAX with convenient freeway routes to key sights.

$149 & up for a luxury San Diego Hotel. The US Grant is located in historic downtown Gaslamp Quarter, and is near many top beaches, shopping, and dining.

$75 & up for 4-Star Washington D.C. Hotels near Capitol Hill. The country’s political epicenter is home to many national monuments easily accessible from where you choose to stay.

$200 Instant Savings on 5+ Night Curacao Vacation Packages. Travel to Aruba, Bonaire, & Curacao now through April 1, 2010, including holidays. Book now though, this Sale ends next Wednesday, Dec. 9th.

Today is the last day of the sale for a 40% discount on Harrahs, Ballys, Caesars and Showboat and more in Atlantic City, NJ.

Amtrak has extended its low fares on the Northeast Regional. Save up to 25% off lowest available Coach fares when you book 14 days in advance.

4-Diamond Hotels, including weekends, for $149-$199. These Palm Springs, Calif. Hotel Deals are for The Renaissance Esmeralda and Desert Springs, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa and offer is for travel over select dates through December.

Want to visit Europe? Rent a Villa from as little as £260 per villa per week. Choose from a wide array of hand-picked villas to suit all tastes, ranging from beachfront and centrally located properties to secluded settings.

Fly Virgin America from as little as $39 each way and see why this budget airline has been receiving high marks from air travelers. Travel is valid from December 3 through May 23 (holiday blackout dates apply), but you must book by December 8.

Interested in learning more about all-inclusive resorts, what they entail, what’s included in the price, and what you can expect on your vacation? All this and more is covered in Brad Tuttle’s article All-Inclusive Resorts Demystified.

Speaking of resorts, stay and save at Lake Quinault Lodge, from $218 for both nights. Valid until December 30, 2009. Package based on double occupancy, subject to availability.

Another great vacation package, visit Fiji from $655.31 per person. Picture yourself snorkeling over shallow reefs close to shore. Relax, dive and experience amazing underwater adventures, ride in a jet boat, trek in the tropical rainforests, go shopping in Suva, swim in the crystal clear waters of a rushing river or even visit a sacred cave.

At Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel, open for the Yellowstone National Park winter season from Dec. 21 to Mar. 8, you can get a room for as little as $49 per night (pre-tax) for a stay from Jan. 3 onward.

Lots of great Australian getaways!

Let today’s NY Times article on Hiking the Australian Desert Near Ayers Rock wet your appetite for 56% Off Rooms at The Observatory Hotel in Sydney, Australia. Book by January 10, 2010 and you can stay at the award-winning Observatory Hotel for up to 56% less until February 4, 2010.

Or discover Brisbane, from $269.83 per person. Visitors and locals alike delight in the very best in food, wine, arts, entertainment and major sporting events, all surrounded by a unique environment of relaxed sub-tropical flair.

Other great Australian vacation packages include Tropical North Queensland, from $378.13 per person, and the Whitsunday Islands offering rates from $784.72 per person.

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Alaskan cruise specials, last-minute holiday vacation packages, cruises, hotel deals, and island getaways are just some of the best travel deals in today’s Travel Podcast.