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Hi,I am planning a trip mid October to Prague and am not sure if I should make my reservations now or wait a month or so to possibly obtain cheaper accommodations. Do you have any suggestions?

Getting the Best Deal in Prague

Hi Dianne,

Great question, thanks for taking the time to ask. I just wish there was a quick and easy answer :-)

Let's start by saying this year (2011) has seen a rise in the general number of tourists in Prague compared to recent years. This means, hotels and other accommodations can be more selective with their pricing and deals. So, it's our estimate that waiting a month won't get you a better deal for accommodation in October. For hotels, the real deals for October probably won't hit until at least September or the first part of October.

Keep in mind also, September and October are still very popular times to visit Prague, so demand will still be high as well as rates. Often, people expect less crowds a ... Read more »

Decide what you want. Often, travel confusion comes from indecision. Figure out where you want to go and what accommodations will be acceptable, whether it's a backpacker's hovel or a five-star resort. Each hotel provides different amenities that cater to the interests and needs of guests. Take comfort and functionality into consideration when adding a car to your package. You will be driving around town and throughout the country so make sure it's roomy enough for all.

Conduct Research. Look at various websites, including Orbitz, Expedia, Travelocity or Priceline to find deals on flight, hotel and car packages. Customized packages may be different for each destination. Travel websites offer step-by-step procedures to guide you through the process. In addition, some sites offer discounts for booking all three travel arrangements with them. If you feel more comfortable handling the transaction in person, visit a nearby AAA office or travel agency.

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At the last minute you can grab a flight, jump into the car, and spend an unforgettable weekend.

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According to a travel poll by the Travel Industry Association of America, half of all U.S. adults take at least one weekend trip per year, and almost 30 percent have taken five or more weekend trips in the past year. Traveling by car (74%) is the most popular mode of transportation for weekend trips, followed by air (16%).

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When you browse through websites in the travel industry you ll see many that are well designed, and you ll see a heavy use of large photos to make a strong visual impact. In this post we ll showcase 30 different travel-related sites for your own design inspiration.

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Las Vegas has something for everyone and then some. The long stretch of casinos known as the Strip is just nine miles from the airport, and while it is perfect for gawking, the massive scale of the place makes it less than ideal for walking. Free parking at all the major hotels makes renting a car an attractive alternative to waiting in long lines and paying expensive cab fares for short trips. And if you tire of the flashing neon, get out of town and head for the Grand Canyon or nearby Red Rock Canyon. Whether you pick up your rental car at the airport or from one of the many car rental companies in town, you will find some useful information below to help you get the right rental car for the right price.

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Companies often charge a commission to exchange sterling into a foreign currency. The commission might be a percentage of the transaction or a flat fee, but it should always be included in your cost comparisons. In other words, you need to find the company that offers the best exchange rate at the lowest cost.

A number of firms advertise commission-free exchange, which can be appealing to the cost-conscious traveller. But don t be blinded by marketing gimmicks. A company that offers commission-free exchange might not give such a good deal on the exchange rate. You could therefore end up with fewer euros or dollars in your pocket.

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A guide to the Lonely Planet, guidebooks and the consumer travel industry

The evolution of the travel guide books was always going to be bad news for the planet. They’re responsible for a generation of consumer travelers who talk about ‘doing’ places and a tourism industry that leeches the life out of places that really used to be fun to travel to.

Guidebooks tend to be written by one or two impoverished writers who are given a budget to travel a country, make notes on every cafe, guesthouse, beach and plaza they see and they keep whatever cash is left. The portrait of the destination that emerges is naturally quite superficial but, in the absence of any other immediate info, it takes on almost biblical status for the average backpacker.

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This page is about international air travel to Japan. Also see our other pages about domestic air travel in Japan and discount air tickets for more information.

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With Land Only Prices Per Person From:

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This price includes one night in Lima, two nights at the hotel in Cusco, one night in the Sacred Valley and one night at Machu Picchu. Transfers are included airport / hotel / airport as well as tours in Cusco, the Sacred Valley (all day with lunch) and at Machu Picchu. Transfers and tours are private except at Machu Picchu. Dinner, breakfast are included at Machu Picchu.

DAY 1 and 2 - LIMA / CUZCO - Arrive in Lima and transfer to a local hotel. On day two, guide will transfer you to the local airport for your flight to Cuzco. For day 2, take a short flight to Cusco followed by a drive to the Sacred Valley. Check into your hotel and take a full day private guided tour of the Sacred Valley with lunch at Wayra Ranch. Recommen ... Read more »

Think palm-fringed beaches, colourful colonial buildings and a harmony of Caribbean, Hispanic and American cultures, and you ve got Puerto Rico in a nutshell. A coconut shell, of course. Add to this swathes of tropical rainforest, warm turquoise waters and year-round sunshine and you have all the hallmarks of a perfect holiday destination.

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“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.”                                                                                                                       -Saint Augustine.

Traveling can be defined as, moving to different places and locations by means of foot, bicycle, airplane or any other means of transportation.

Traveling can be easy or difficult depending upon the types of destination you chose. Traveling can be adventurous and life changing. Vacationing, researching and discovery, exploration, for pleasure and relaxing, are some of the motives of traveling.

Traveling can be one of the most expensive interests and not everyone can afford it. Here are some of the Tips to find Cheap Flights for your traveling:

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Suddenly, next weekend looms before you -- and there are no plans yet on the calendar. Great! It could be the perfect time to get away for a last minute trip to a place you ve always wanted to travel to -- or visit a destination you know and love.

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According to a travel poll by the Travel Industry Association of America, half of all U.S. adults take at least one weekend trip per year, and almost 30 percent have taken five or more weekend trips in the past year. Traveling by car (74%) is the most popular mode of transportation for weekend trips, followed by air (16%).

For couples on a budget, the proliferation of last minute travel sites and discount hotel deals has been a boon. There s even a name for quickie, last-minute weekend getaways for lovers: mini-moons. And they can be fa ... Read more »

Finding the best deal possible on car rentals for your vacation is a necessity. When you can save on something like a rental car, it leaves more funds for fun stuff, such as attractions, eating out and enjoying the city you are visiting. Many people do not know where to start to get the best deal on car rentals, as up until a few years ago, the only way most people rented cars was simply calling around or booking directly through the company website. Today, CarRentalExpress.com is here to ensure you get the best possible deal on your rental car for your next vacation, saving most people 15-20%. Even if this is not for vacation, CarRentalExpress.com will still save you money, in addition to the standard cars and vans, they also offer pick-up trucks, cargo vans and moving vans in most of their locations, so no matter what your need is, they will be sure to get you the best vehicle at the best possible price.

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This article is on New York City; we have another article on New York (State) . New York City is an enormous city. Each of its five boroughs is the equivalent of a large city in its own right and may itself be divided into districts. These borough and district articles contain sightseeing, restaurant, nightlife and accommodation listings — consider printing them all.

New York City (also referred to as "New York", "NYC", "The Big Apple", or just "The City" by locals), is the most populous city in the United States. It lies at the mouth of the Hudson River in the southernmost part of the state, which is part of the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. The city spans a land area of 305 square miles (790km?).

NYC wideangle south from Top of the Rock

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Private guided routes elaborately designed by our professional operators to cater to your specific budget and taste.

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Have you—like us—ever had a container of liquid or gel confiscated from you by airport security? Or have you—like us—had a bottle of shampoo explode in your luggage?

If you have, then you—like us—can appreciate the value of a durable, carry-on friendly travel bottles.

Travel bottles are not the sort of WOW! factor products we usually review at Spot Cool Stuff. But they are the sort of product nearly everyone brings on an overnight trip.

And so we thought it was worth mentioning what will become a staple of our own travels: the PakUrDerm travel kit .

The two primary qualities that make PakUrDerm cool—or, at least as cool as a set of travel bottles can be:

PakUrDerm meets international regulations for carry-on airplane luggage. That is, no single bottle is more than 3.2 ounces, the total volume of the bottles do not exceed 1 quart and the bottles all fit inside a clear plastic zippable bag. The PakUrDerm kit con ... Read more »

The national airline in Spain is Iberia(IB) (www.iberia ). Other airlines with flights to Spain include Spanair and British Airways. Flights to Spain are the most expensive in summer, from June to September. The cheapest time to travel is from November to December (outside of the Christmas season).

Since the opening of the new Terminal 4 in Madrid Barajas Airport (in 2006), Iberia and other oneworld alliance airlines such as American Airlines and British Airways have moved their offices there. The metro line has also extended to serve this new terminal.

From London to Madrid is around 2 hours 15 minutes; New York is 7 hours.

The main rail route from the UK is through the Channel Tunnel with connections from Paris to Spain. Eurostar operates direct high-speed trains from London to Paris (Gare du Nord). For further information and reservations, contact Eurostar (tel: 0870 160 6600 in the UK; www.eurostar ); or Rail Europe (tel: 0844 848 4064 in the UK; www.rail ... Read more »