Best Spring Break Deals!
Karen Schaler | Mar 17, 2009 | Comments 12
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It’s Travel Tuesday on the TRAVEL THERAPY site so that means it’s time to feature some fabulous travel deals to help you plan your spring break escape.
I found myself turning around and picking up a bunch and grinning all the way home. I can’t hop on a plane today but I can surround myself with the sights and smells of spring while I plan my next TRAVEL THERAPY trip.
This is the time of year we all start itching for that change of season where winter evaporates into spring and we want a trip where we can celebrate and enjoy the start of warmer weather and a fantastic TRAVEL THERAPY destination to do that is the beach.
There are some fantastic airfare deals out there right now so just because a destination seems far away don’t let that stop you from checking it out. One of the best sites to compare airfare specials is www.kayak.com.
Top Spring Break Beach Destinations
Whether you’re looking for a place to take the family or you’re headed off with your friends there are some great deals on beach vacations right now. Hotels that usually crank up their prices for Spring Break are actually slashing rates right now to entice economy weary guests.
Here’s one fantastic example: To soak up the sun without draining your savings head to the St. Augustine, Florida area where 42 miles of sugar sand beaches are waiting to help you celebrate the start of spring! At Comfort Suites-World Golf Village you’ll find some family packages starting at just $130 a night and that includes a one-bedroom suite with two double queen beds so you have some space to spread out and there’s a yummy gift tray with chocolate drinks and cookies in your room when you arrive.
This great florida special in St. Augustine also includes two special gift bags for the kids that are packed with a snack, bottled water and a disposable camera so your kids can start capturing those family fun moments! If you want to leave the kids at home you can get 15 percent off a standard room. This florida hotel special is great because it lasts through December 2009!
Want more….
***Here’s a TRAVEL THERAPY insider tip.****
To find the best deals don’t just check out discount travel sights. Instead do what top travel writers do and go straight to the visitors bureau in the area you’re interested in and look for the link to the media page. You don’t have to be media to check out these great deals and this is where you’ll find latest information on the top travel specials that are sent out to the press to cover.
To help you get started here are some top beach destinations that are offering some great deals right now and links to the visitors bureau websites.
St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches
Florida Keys
Santa Monica
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Mexico
Emerald Island, North Carolina
Stay tuned because every Tuesday here on the TRAVEL THERAY website and blog we’ll be featuring the latest travel specials and vacation deals so you can be sure to get the most for you money.
Also, pick up a copy of the new TRAVEL THERAPY: Where Do You Need to Go? book that has just come out in bookstores. You can also order your copy for $6 off and free shipping from the link on this website.
Also, please leave a comment here and let me know what destinations you’re interested in so I can research the top travel deals and specials and feature the best affordable vacations and trips every week here on TRAVEL TUESDAYS!
Filed Under: Affordable Finds • All-Inclusive • Best Beaches • Book Update • Family • Girlfriend Getaways • Hawaii • Honeymoons • Travel Therapy
Keep the deals coming!
What great tips! Thank you! It’s my dream to see Paris in April (like the song). Are there any great deals for that destination? Merci beaucoup Travel Therapy!
I love the kayak site you directed me to. I just used it to book a girlfriend getaway in Las Vegas. Thanks for the tip. Still looking for a good CHEAP Spa in Vegas. Got any ideas?
Your book is great by the way. My friend bought the last one at my local store! I was smart and bought through your web site and saved $$.
I love Mexiko and was just talking about it last night with a friend -
thanks for the tip…I am planning to go there.
Curious what will be on next Tuesday:)
Thanks, Simon
If you like to ski here’s a deal. 4th Night Free in Jackson Hole! Spring Skiing in Wyoming!
Jeryl, there are amazing airfares from NYC to Paris this spring Trips in April for under $350 and that’s a beautiful time to see the city! Going in April is also great because you’re missing the summer crowds and can score some great finds. check out http://www.kayak.com for airfare and hotel deals and I’ll keep my eye out for specific hotel specials and include them on an upcoming TRAVEL TUESDAY so stay tuned!
Kat, if you’re looking for affordable spa specials in Vegas the MGM group is running some great deals—that includes The Mirage, TI, MGM, etc. The webistes are the best place to search. Also check out the new spa at Ceasars Palace–it’s amazing!
Hotel Terra, love the ski deal. Thank you! I’ve spent some great sunny spring days skiing at Jackson Hole. I love the feel of the resort, laid back and quaint and of course you have the terrific ski conditions. Thanks for the tip!
Airfares under $350! WOW! That sounds wonderful! And thank you so much keeping your eyes open for hotels! I see champagne, chocolate and the Seine in my future! Thank you!
I agree! Spring is so catchy and my screensaver just went to daffodils today to celebrate! Cabin fever is high amongst midwesterners and many are itching to go somewhere, anywhere that represents spring -even a natural area nearby (on the cheap way to break the fever=). We’ve always focused on daytripping, so it’s kinda nice to see folks getting back to simple travel or low cost travel instead of excess all the time. Wait until folks find out what good conversations come from less frill trips!
Michele, I totally agree! I found so many amazing destinations when I was researching my TRAVEL THERAPY book that are inspiring AND affordable and these are trips you’ll talk about forever! Even in this economy people are still traveling but more then every you need to make the right destination choice! Spring fever is here! Bring on the daffodils!
Here’s another spring break travel special to check out. San DieGO Downtown is running the “Time to Spring-Diego” promotion on http://www.sdGOdowntown.com highlighting great spring break deals and recommendations. Book your hotel now through April 31st to receive special offers! We also have sample trip itineraries catered for family fun and the young spring breaker, essentially mapping out anything/everything you would want to do…check it out!