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TripAdvisor (R) announced its holiday travel survey of more
than 1,500 travelers worldwide. Seventy-five percent of travelers said they
would prefer to stay at a hotel, rather than the homes of their relatives for
the holidays. Thirty-six percent of travelers, and 39 percent of Americans, plan
to travel for the holidays this year, the same amount as last year.
Top Ten Holiday Escapes, According to TripAdvisor Travelers
1. The Caribbean
2. Hawaii
3. Paris
4. New York City
5. The Maldives
6. Las Vegas
7. Tahiti
8. London
9. Bora Bora
10. Thailand
Source: TripAdvisor (R)
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From the romance of Rome to the glitz of Las Vegas, CheapTickets Value Travel
Forecast Cheapometer arms travelers with the information to get them there.
Noteworthy report highlights include:
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For a hot Mediterranean love affair, travelers should
consider an after holiday rendezvous to Athens, Greece, which offers 68%
savings in January compared to peak rates.
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Hawaii on a budget? A savings of 22% can be found
during a spring fling to the islands in May compared to peak rates.
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Lake Tahoe was a favorite, and in November travelers can
hit the slopes for a little early season skiing with a savings of 53%
compared to peak rates.
Source: CheapTickets
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bmi Web-Based Fares for UK Flights From US
bmi flies non-stop daily from Chicago O'Hare and twice a week from Las Vegas to
Manchester, UK. bmi's transatlantic service features Airbus A330 aircraft where
premium economy passengers have a genuine business class seat and business class
passenger receive extra pampering with lie flat beds, their own chef and a
complimentary arrivals package at the Radisson SAS hotel at Manchester to
freshen up.
Source: bmi
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