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St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Last Minute Travel Deals From $626.00: Bronzed Body & Booty

The Virgin Islands offers one of the most exhilarating experiences available. The Royal Dolphin Swim is the perfect way to discover this gentle, friendly and intelligent mammal! Prepare yourself for a memory that will stick with you forever as you are pushed by the dolphins at high speeds around the water. Truly an unforgettable experience!

The Royal Dolphin Swim is undoubtedly the most famous program on offer and can be summarized into two words, action and speed!

After a brief orientation, you'll enter the water where two dolphins welcome you with an affectionate handshake and a kiss on the cheek! Kiss them back while photographers capture a memory of this unique experience.

Grab a hold of their fins and hang on tight as you are whisked around on a speedy dorsal tow ride! This will get your adrenaline pumping and ready for the most exhilarating moment, the foot-push. Feel the mighty strength of your new friends as they push you across the water from the bottom of your feet! This is truly an experience of a lifetime!

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St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Last Minute Travel Deals From $626.00: Bronzed Body & Booty

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Destination: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

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Catch Caribbean rays, and troll for treasures where Bluebeard and Blackbeard quaffed drinks and pulled pirate pranks.

The jewels of St. Thomas lie in the pearly sand beaches, lush emerald hilltops and calm sapphire sea. No wonder pirates of old flocked here to raid the riches. Wander through centuries-old warehouses that have been converted into modern boutiques and indulge in duty-free booty.

Slip on a swimsuit and make your way to Magen's Bay, site of one of the world's most beautiful beaches, and slide into the calm heart-shaped coastline.

Lumber over to Duffy's Love Shack and fall for an exotic mix of tropical fruit and Virgin Island rum. Turn up the heat with a Love Shack Volcano--a 50-ounce flaming concoction--and cool off with ceviche and sushi at Cafe Wahoo.

Raleigh-Durham, NC Last Minute Travel Deals From $219.00: Totally Triangular Triple Play

Raleigh-Durham, NC Last Minute Travel Deals From $219.00: Totally Triangular Triple Play

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Destination: Raleigh-Durham, NC

Atlanta Last Minute Travel Deals From $216.00: Atlanta, GA: Georgia on My Mind

Along with Chapel Hill, the cities of Raleigh and Durham comprise The Triangle, and you'd be a square not to avail yourself of the region's Southern cooking, sports teams, and watering holes.

The real deal: For an unlawful amount of lip-smacking Southern calories, Crook's Corner has a lock-down on the best shrimp and grits, country ham, buttermilk biscuits, hush puppies, and frozen mint juleps--need we say more? Later, be sure to cue up at the Q Shack for epic amounts of barbecue, such as chili-rubbed beef brisket and hickory-smoked pork butt with slaw.

Where to blow a paycheck: Like Kasparov and Deep Blue, Bugs and Elmer, Ishmael and Moby Dick, the U.N.C. Tar Heels and Duke Blue Devils represent one of the most storied rivalries in sportsdom. If you've got about $200 to score tickets to one of these heated games, you're in for a slam-dunk night of passion, cheerleading antics, and copious face/body paint.

Editor's favorite watering hole: Located above the famous, 40-year-old Angus Barn, the Wild Turkey Lounge welcomes you with wing-back chairs, fireplaces, and a collection of turkey-shaped whiskey decanters (as every good watering hole should). Go with the whisky flow and ask for a stiff pour of Wild Turkey to enjoy with the homemade cheese, crackers, and pickles.

Where the locals go: Don't worry--it's all legal fun at White Collar Crime, set in the warehouse district. Summer nights make the patio seats popular, but there's always indoor couches and bar stools upon which you can plant yourself to drink your favorite brew. If you're there on the weekend, give a shout out to DJ Mooney.

Chill-out spots: After a night out on the town, spend the next day in the Great Outdoors. Go picnicking, hiking, fishing, or horseback riding among the pine trees and streams of Umstead Park. Or, take your trip afloat during a rafting, canoeing, or kayaking sojourn along the scenic Eno River, which drops 250-feet over its 40-mile course.

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Atlanta Last Minute Travel Deals From $216.00: Atlanta, GA: Georgia on My Mind

Price from $216.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Destination: Atlanta, GA

Often considered the capital of the New South, Hotlanta's rich history and vibrant future juxtaposes Civil War sites and Civil Rights landmarks with the modern World of Coca-Cola and CNN Center.

Place we love, even if it's touristy: Friday Jazz Night is every third Friday at the High Museum of Art, which showcases American, European, and African art. Admission is free every first Thursday, and it's a great place to chat up locals.

Entertainment: This is a city that sizzles after dark, with numerous music clubs featuring jazz, rock, country, and blues. Nightlife turns up all over Atlanta, but the biggest concentration of clubs and bars is in Buckhead.

Chill-out spot: Yearning for green space? At Piedmont Park in Midtown you can swim, roller blade, play baseball, grill, and even kick back on the grass.

Did we mention it's free? Centennial Park is the legacy of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Check out the Fountain of Rings, the world's largest interactive fountain.

Local tipple: While some stick to sweet tea, Atlanta is the home of Coca-Cola. Sample some 38 exotic flavors that you can't get stateside at the $45 million World of Coca-Colas' Club Coca-Cola.

Cruise Special: 7 Nt Hawaiian Islands Cruise from $999.00 - Explore the natural wonders of Hawaii!

Cruise Special: 7 Nt Hawaiian Islands Cruise from $999.00 - Explore the natural wonders of Hawaii!

Departs Honolulu aboard Norwegian Cruise Line – Pride of America

Sailing Date(s): Mar 2010, Apr 2010

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Highlights:

* Explore the Hawaiian Islands in a unique way aboard this floating luxury resort with patriotic themed public areas.

* Enjoy delicious cuisine from 6 different restaurants that include an American steakhouse, Italian restaurant and a Sushi Bar.

* Stay active with fun filled amenities including a gyrosphere, basketball court, jogging track, golf driving net and fitness center.

* Past guests rave about the stunning public rooms, onboard activities and amazing scenery discovered on this unique itinerary.

Cruise Description:

Explore the natural wonders of Hawaii on a 7-night cruise from Honolulu aboard Pride of America. On Maui, hike in the gorgeous Sacred Iao Valley, with its lush green foliage and beautiful waterfalls. From Hilo, trek to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see the very active Kilauea. In Kailua-Kona, lounge on the beach, browse the shops, or go fishing for marlin. Then spend two unforgettable days exploring the "Garden Island" of Kauai. Onboard, step back to the 1950s in the Cadillac Diner.

Your Package Includes:

Your package includes shipboard accommodations, ocean transportation, fabulous entertainment and daily activities, on-board meals and some beverages, port charges and more. It does not include shore excursions, personal expenses, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages. Government fees and taxes are not included and can vary from $5 to $150 per person.

1 Honolulu, Oahu

2 Kahului, Maui

3 Kahului, Maui

4 Hilo, Hawaii

5 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

6 Nawiliwili, Kauai

7 Nawiliwili, Kauai

8 Honolulu, Oahu

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Cruise Special: 4 Nt Baja Mexico Cruise from $239.00 - Brochure price $899. Save up to 70%!

Cruise Special: 4 Nt Baja Mexico Cruise from $239.00 - Brochure price $899. Save up to 70%!

Departs Long Beach (Los Angeles) aboard Carnival Cruise Lines – Carnival Paradise - Customer Favorite!

Sailing Date(s): Mar 2010, Apr 2010, May 2010, Jun 2010

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Highlights:

* Fun filled entertainment, outdoor pools and nightly activities.

* Enjoy formal dining at the elegant Elation and Destiny dining rooms.

* Roll the dice at the fun filled Majestic Casino or dance the night away at the Rex Dance Club.

* Past guests rave about the attentive dining room service and mouthwatering cuisine.

Cruise Description:

Depart from Los Angeles for a four-day cruise of Baja Mexico. Sail to the welcoming town of Ensenada, which will fulfill your romantic visions of Mexico. The streets are full of mariachi bands and shops bursting with colorful Mexican blankets, native handicrafts, and enormous sombreros. Enjoy fishing, sailing, snorkeling, horseback riding, and that most popular of all sports--sunbathing. Then enjoy a day of cruising aboard Paradise as it makes its way back to Los Angeles.

Your Package Includes:

1 Long Beach (Los Angeles), California

2 Catalina Island, California

3 Ensenada, Mexico

4 At Sea

5 Long Beach (Los Angeles), California

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Cruise Special: 3 Nt Bahamas on NCL from Miami from $169.00 - Brochure price $499. Save up to 56%!

Cruise Special: 3 Nt Bahamas on NCL from Miami from $169.00 - Brochure price $499. Save up to 56%!

Departs Miami aboard Norwegian Cruise Line – Norwegian Sky

Sailing Date(s): Mar 2010, Apr 2010, May 2010, Jun 2010

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Highlights:

* Offers guests a quick getaway and unmatched cruising experience.

* Choose from six different restaurants that serve various cuisines including French gourmet, and local fare as well as poolside barbeques.

* Kids have plenty of choices of activities and entertainment with the Kids Crew program.

* Past guests rave about the stunning public rooms, onboard activities and Freestyle flexibility.

Cruise Description:

Wander through the unique shops and straw market filled with stalls of colorful woven baskets and hats on Bay Street in Nassau. You'll also have the opportunity to indulge in the gorgeous beaches of Great Stirrup Cay, the private island in the Bahamas that started it all. Here, enjoy fabulous sailing, a coral lagoon and a scrumptious beach barbecue served to the sounds of live reggae.

Your Package Includes:

1 Miami, Florida --- 5:00 p.m.

2 Nassau, Bahamas 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

3 Great Stirrup Cay (Cruiseline Private Island), Bahamas 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

4 Miami, Florida 7:00 a.m. ---

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Thursday, February 18, 2010

Grand Cayman Resort Dive Course - Learn to dive in one day! Discover Cayman's abundant marine life.

Grand Cayman Resort Dive Course - Learn to dive in one day! Discover Cayman's abundant marine life.

Duration: 4 Hours

Location: Georgetown, Cayman Islands

Category: Cayman Islands Tours

Ticket Price: $149.99

Atlantis Submarine Expedition - Grand Cayman - Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime?

Learn to dive in one day! Discover Cayman's abundant marine life of stingrays, manta rays, tarpon and eels. All your instructions and equipment is included! Make this dive a part of your holiday in beautiful Grand Cayman.

This course is perfect for the adventurer who would just like to try scuba diving. It's also ideal for those who would like to go diving and do not have the time for a full certification. This class includes an information session and an open-water dive.

Custom-built boats and equipment, highly trained instructors, professionalism and service give you the best diving Grand Cayman has to offer.

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Atlantis Submarine Expedition - Grand Cayman - Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime?

Duration: 90 Minutes

Location: Georgetown, Cayman Islands

Category: Cayman Islands Tours

Ticket Price: $98.99

Private Tour: Whistler Day Trip from Vancouver - Enjoy Whistler on this private and personalized tour from Vancouver.

Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Discover the underwater world of Grand Cayman! Experience the thrill of journeying beneath the sea in a real submarine. A technological marvel, the Atlantis XI Submarine was specifically designed for underwater sightseeing excursions.

The spacious cabin is air-conditioned and for your added comfort and maintained at sea level pressure (no effect on the ears). The smooth ride and clarity of the water will amaze you as you explore Grand Cayman's Underwater Marine Park to depths of 100 feet (30 meters). This 40-minute ride is a great way to see what lies beneath the surface without getting wet!

After boarding the transfer vessel, your host will give a safety briefing and then you can kick back and relax and enjoy the sights on the 5 minute boat trip to the submarine.

Your first sight of the Submarine should be as it breaks the surface, from its previous trip. Once moored alongside, you safely board the deck of the submarine by a ramp and enter the air conditioned cabin through a large hatch. After the hatches are secured, and pre dive checks completed your descent begins.

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Friday, February 12, 2010

Private Tour: Whistler Day Trip from Vancouver - Enjoy Whistler on this private and personalized tour from Vancouver.

Duration: 8 Hours

Location: Vancouver, Canada

Category: Vancouver, Canada Tours

Ticket Price: $141.90

In this case, getting there is half the fun. Your private Whistler adventure starts with a drive across the famous Lions' Gate bridge and onto the Sea to Sky Highway. Hugging the side of the coastal mountains and overlooking the Howe Sound, the drive is worth the trip all by itself. After stopping at Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls you'll arrive at Whistler in time for a leisurely lunch.

After lunch, enjoy some free time to explore Whistler village or visit the top of the ski area via the high speed gondola (extra fee for gondola). When you are ready, the tour will take a leisurely return drive into the sunset arriving back in Vancouver in the early evening.

Departure Point: Hotel pick-up is available from Vancouver hotels or cruise ship terminal

Departure Time: Departure times are very flexible and can be scheduled direct with the tour operator.

Return Details: Returns to original departure point

Whistler, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $636.00: The Heights of Adventure

Whistler, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $636.00: The Heights of Adventure

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Destination: Whistler, Canada (flights into Vancouver)

Whistler, Canada (via Vancouver): The Heights of Adventure

Head for the hiking trails. Watch the Olympic games, Ski, have fun…

Place We Love, Even if it's Touristy: There's nothing quite like the journey up the Whistler Mountain Gondola, a 20 minute ride that lifts passengers 6,000 feet above sea level for heavenly views of the neighboring summits. The truly adventurous may then ride the Peak Chair another 1,000 feet to the top!

Best Bets After Sunset: When outdoor activities cease at the end of the day, Whistler locals still have plenty of energy to burn. With an incredible amount of top-tier restaurants, bars, and dance clubs contained in this mountain village, it's apparent that nightlife is a serious subject around here.

Make it Up to Your Muscles: After all that physical exertion, you might be pleased to know that Whistler is home to over 20 spas. End your trip on a soothing note, and puzzle your coworkers when you come back from your outdoorsy getaway looking rejuvenated.

NOTE: This package includes a flight into Vancouver. A rental car is recommended for the approximately 1.5 hour drive to Whistler.

Vancouver, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $616.00: Are you going to the Vancouver Olympics?

Vancouver, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $616.00: Are you going to the Vancouver Olympics?

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Destination: Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver, BC: How Does Your (Urban) Garden Grow?

A port city as Mother Nature would have it; Vancouver boasts one of the largest city parks, sweeping bay views, incredible seafood, and the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge.

See it to believe it: Spanning 450 feet, 230 feet above a river canyon, the Capilano Bridge is the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. If you're feeling especially dare-devilish, the Treetops Adventure is for you--650 feet of bridge connecting eight Douglas Fir trees.

Get out of Dodge: While Granville Island is a peninsula in the middle of the city, it feels like a far-off escape. Take the rainbow-colored AquaBus to explore the Public Market, boutiques, and eateries.

Break the bank dinner: Wine lovers and foodies will enjoy Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar in warehouse-chic Yaletown. Dine outside on the patio or inside under exposed beams and bricks. The AAA-Alberta beef steak with yam frites is a house specialty.

Where to blow a paycheck: Escape the drudgery of chain stores and support local designers who've set up shop on South Main Street. Smoking Lily's silk-screened separates and Eugene Choo's edgy his and hers collections are a must.

Editor's favorite watering hole: Bar None has been around since 1992. Located in Yaletown, it's a club with a warehouse vibe that appeals to hip, urban clubbers (even ones who plan to kayak at sunrise the following a.m.).

Big Easy Getaways - Take a Trip To New Orleans and Have Some Fun!

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Big Easy Getaways - Take a Trip To New Orleans and Have Some Fun!

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The Big Easy has long been hailed as a city with so much romance and charm that you have to visit and see for yourself. For that and many other reasons, New Orleans is our number four most romantic destination. Perhaps it's the history, or the jazz wafting from open windows in the French Quarter, the always crazy Mardi Gras celebration, The New Orleans Jazz Festival, or the sweltering beauty of the summertime flora—whatever it may be, there is no denying the allure New Orleans has on couples looking to get away. Part of the Southern enchantment is the smaller, more personal bistros, bed and breakfasts, and jazz clubs that set an intimate setting for a night out with your sweetie.

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Friday, January 22, 2010

Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto - Don't miss the opportunity to visit the mighty Niagara Falls on a day trip from Toronto

Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto

Duration: 8 Hours

Location: Toronto, Canada

Category: Toronto, Ontario Tours

Ticket Price: $131.84

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the mighty Niagara Falls on a day trip from Toronto. The full-day tour includes a buffet lunch at Niagara Falls and an exhilarating ride aboard the famous Maid of the Mist boat at the base of the majestic Horseshoe Falls (weather conditions permitting).

Your full-day tour from Toronto takes you in air-conditioned comfort through the breathtaking scenery of the orchard-laden Niagara Peninsula to Niagara Falls. You'll be served a buffet lunch at Niagara Falls, surrounded by panoramic views of the falls. After lunch, you'll take a wet and wild tour of the falls on the legendary Maid of the Mist boat. If the boats aren't operating (end October to mid-April depending on weather conditions), you can take a close-up "Journey Behind the Falls" to stand in the mist behind the thundering Horseshoe Falls, or experience the spectacular presentation on the falls at the Imax Theater.

Your unforgettable visit to Niagara Falls continues to the stunning Whirlpool Rapids observation deck. You'll visit the Floral Clock, then drive through the picturesque historic community of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Your day trip to Niagara Falls from Toronto concludes with a stop at a local winery with wine tasting.

Toronto, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $303.00: Toronto, The Manhattan of Canada

Toronto, Canada Last Minute Travel Deals From $303.00: Toronto, The Manhattan of Canada

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Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: Toronto, Canada

St. Maarten 12 Metre Challenge - Ever dreamed of sailing a real racing yacht?

Toronto, Canada: Shiny, Happy, People, Eh?

The Manhattan of Canada, Toronto comes complete with Broadway-sized theaters, gourmet cuisine, shopping with a discount, and a melting pot of locals wishing you "come back again, eh?"

Editor's favorite watering hole: El Convento Rico is considered Toronto's most mixed bar, and it welcomes people of all sexes and orientations to a place where no one cares who or what you are. Don't miss the drag show, which can even be interactive on a good night.

Chill-out spot: Rent a bike, grab your fishing rod, or take a picnic to Grenadier Pond, a picturesque place inside High Park. Stop by the nearby teahouse to warm up with a cup of organic green tea.

Where to blow a paycheck: Formerly a hippie enclave, Bloor-Yorkville is now strictly for platinum card holders. Window shop at boutiques of international renown in the Holt-Renfrew Centre, get a taste of Canadian clothiers that include Wenches & Rogues and Roots, Canada's answer to the Gap, selling a large selection of emblemed casual clothes and leather goods.

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Monday, January 11, 2010

St. Maarten 12 Metre Challenge - Ever dreamed of sailing a real racing yacht?

Duration: 3 Hours

Location: Phillipsburg, St Maarten

Category: St Maarten Tours

Ticket Price: $99.99

Ever dreamed of sailing a real racing yacht? Well don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to race in the warm blue waters and brisk trade winds of the Caribbean. Book this once in a lifetime adventure now!

Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime as you slice through the waters of the Caribbean aboard a multi-million dollar race boat! Upon arrival, you will be assigned a position on the crew as well as receive crew training before heading off to the racecourse. Revel in the blue waters and cool tradewinds as you grind a winch, trim a sail and punch a stop watch. Or, just sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary refreshments.

Learn the history of the prestigious yacht racing, which dates back to 1851 during the reign of Queen Victoria. The New York Yacht Club held the trophy for 132 years before being defeated by the Australians in 1983, who were then beaten by Dennis Conner after 354 individual races.

Connor's boat, Stars and Stripes, is a member of the 12 Metre Challenge Fleet. Also included are the Canada II, True North I and True North IV, all of which were other contenders in the America's Cup.

Minimum age for this excursion is 12 years old. However, children aged 7-11 are allowed with parental permission. All tours are subject to change due to weather conditions.

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St. Martin/St. Maarten, WI Last Minute Travel Deals From $527.00: Surf on French Turf, Splash on Holland's Half

St. Martin/St. Maarten, WI Last Minute Travel Deals From $527.00: Surf on French Turf, Splash on Holland's Half

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Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: St. Martin/St. Maarten, WI

Feast on gastronomic delights of Parisian proportions, stroll velvety sands and wade in idyllic waves before digging into Dutch culture, consumption and casinos.

Start your day with a cafe au lait and French pastry in Marigot before handpicking one of the island's two-dozen beaches. Kite-surf, kayak or opt for a hairbraid. Ply deep sands and bodysurf on waves that crash just hard enough to make things interesting.

Once your sea-loving side is sated, steer to the duty-free shops of Philipsburg where brand name items await the debut of your charge card. Swing by the Guavaberry Emporium and pick up a bottle of this locally brewed fruity libation.

Come dusk, head to Grand Case, bustling with restaurants suspended over a dramatically floodlit ocean tide. Slice into steaming fresh lobster masterfully prepared fish at Le Tastevin or the Fish Pot. Cap off the evening with a game of gamble on Dutch soil. If you win tonight, it's lobster again tomorrow!

Nassau, Bahamas Last Minute Travel Deals From $449.00: Paradise Found

Nassau, Bahamas Last Minute Travel Deals From $449.00: Paradise Found

Price from $449.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau, Bahamas: Paradise Found

Nassau is a scintillating clash of contrasts--from glitzy casinos to quiet, shady lanes; modern, galvanizing resorts to tiny settlements; and couture shopping to chatty street vendors.

You can take it with you: Although the Straw Market burned to the ground in 2001, locals gathered to resurrect this open-air market of indigenous antiques, crafts, and bric-a-brac. Negotiating the perfect price will not only make your wallet happy, but earn you respect amongst the traders.

Place we love, even if it's touristy: The Atlantis Resort & Casino is not only the largest, most lavishly designed casino in the Caribbean, but it is also has a 14-acres waterscape, with a predator lagoon filled with sharks, stingrays, barracuda, and more.

Chill-out spot: Head to Saunders Beach to catch some rays, practice your downward dog, or unwind with a pulpy beach read.

Local flavor: Nassau locals beam when it comes to the various ways they prepare their favorite food: conch. Try a fresh conch salad at the Forge, crispy conch fritters at Hammerheads Bar & Grill, or conch stew at a street vendor in the Straw Market.

San Juan, Puerto Rico Last Minute Travel Deals From $397.00: Que Romantico!

San Juan, Puerto Rico Last Minute Travel Deals From $397.00: Que Romantico!

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Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico: Que Romantico!

Slip into something seductive and feel the sensual pulse of colonial San Juan.

Vied for by the French and Dutch, and coveted as a fortress by the Spanish, San Juan is now freely yours to fortify your romance. From the beaches to the cafes, this colonial city is teeming with sensuality. Traverse narrow cobblestone streets, hand-in-hand, as older residents smile on your good fortune in love while peering from wrought-iron balconies.

Linger through the 16th-Century forts, El Morro and El Castello, perched above the blue Caribbean water. Loose your inhibitions and get extra close to someone dancing to primal salsa beats--an amalgamation of West African percussion, seductive jazz, and sexy Latino rhythms.

Feel the heat while indulging in spicy Puerto Rican cuisine. Sip pina coladas while snacking on tostones (salty, fried slices of plantain), feast on the succulent roasted meats for which this Creole-like cuisine is famous, and feed each other arroz con dulce, a rice pudding made with rich coconut cream, sugar, and cinnamon.

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic From $558.00: Silver Bay, Golden Beaches

Saturday, January 9, 2010

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic From $558.00: Silver Bay, Golden Beaches (All-Inclusive)

Price from $558.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic: Silver Bay, Golden Beaches (All-Inclusive)

Play in Playa Dorada, a development of upscale, all-inclusive resorts garlanded by a golden beach, near the silvery bays of Puerto Plata.

It's good to be the king because the all-inclusive resorts along Playa Dorada's golden beach treat you like royalty.

All-inclusive means meals, open bars with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks are yours by merely summoning them forth (with a "por favor"). Enjoy poolside activities and nightly entertainment, and feast at buffet or a la carte restaurants.

Venture to the Amber Museum to see why this fossilized tree sap gem is sought worldwide. Though greens fees are not included, a Robert Trent Jones course is just a putt away, and a variety of shops, bars and discos are located within the compound, making for a royally relaxing respite.

NOTE: All-inclusive package prices are based upon double occupancy (two people per room). There is a supplemental per person charge for each additional guest that is not included in the price of this package. The supplement must be paid upon check-out from the hotel. Please contact the hotel directly for the amount of this charge.

Chicago, IL Last Minute Travel Package from $178.00

Chicago, IL Last Minute Travel Package from $178.00 - Our Kind of Town

Price from $177.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL: Our Kind of Town

Breeze into the Windy City, where you'll be blown away by a skyline of famous skyscrapers, miles of magnificent shopping, and nothing less than that spirited, Mid-Western charm.

Where the locals go: Chug an "Old Style" and bite into a hot dog while cheering the Cubbies at Wrigley Field, arguably the country's most charming ball park. Hard-core fans may sit in the bleachers in hopes of catching a homerun hit, but there's hardly a bad seat at the "Friendly Confines."

Local flavor: You can't go wrong with porterhouse, rib-eye, or any other slab of meat at the original Mortons, the paradigm of Chicago-style steakhouses. And whether you take yours deep-dish or stuffed, you've got to try the "pot pie" pizza at Chicago Pizza & Oven Grinder.

Place we love, even if it's touristy: With 110 stories rising a quarter mile into the sky, the Sears Tower is the tallest building in North America. On a clear day you can see four states from the skydeck on the 103rd floor.

Where to blow a paycheck: Rain, snow, or shine, shopaholics flock to the Magnificent Mile, packed with department stores, boutiques, and specialty shops. Nearby on State Street is the historic, ornate Marshall Fields with a Tiffany ceiling and a lavishly decorated Great Tree during the holidays.

Los Angeles, California Last Minute Travel Package from $183.00

Los Angeles, California Last Minute Travel Package from $183.00 - Ready for its Close Up

Price from $177.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Departure City: New York, NY

Destination: Los Angeles, CA

St. Louis, MO Last Minute Travel Package from $177.00 - Louie, Louie, We Gotta Go Now!

Los Angeles, CA: Ready for its Close Up

Film capital, trendsetter, and glitterati-magnet to the world--the city looks like a palm tree-lined movie set, and visitors instantly become one of many extras who add to the vibrant, SoCal vibe.

The real deal: The Farmer's Market in West Hollywood has been around since 1934, when it started as a fruit market. Today, that fruit is available in cornucopia, plus you'll also find candy stalls, nut stalls, celebrities, and about 50 different stands offering every different kind of ethnic food imaginable, including the famous Gumbo Pot.

Where to blow a paycheck: Don't be fooled by the deceptively low-key lettering out front. The A-list stars shine on--and pay on--at Fred Segal, a shopper's paradise that's like visiting several small boutiques in one. Get everything from that cutting-edge outfit you saw on Madonna to the most in-demand cosmetics and shoes.

Place we love, even though it's touristy: Bikini-clad rollerbladers, hotdogs-on-a-stick, and abundant beachside kitsch: the Venice Boardwalk and Santa Monica Pier are the best places in town for sun-splashed people watching. For a dizzying sunset view, be sure to take a ride on the classic Santa Monica ferris wheel, which is visible for miles around.

Best excuse for packing your party shoes: Whether you want to deck out in your finest and take your chances at being let into one of the clubs-of-the-moment, or go to the classic standbys (Skybar at Mondrian, Chateau Martmont), or just rock around the clock (House of Blues, Viper Room), L.A.'s nightlife scene is always thriving.

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St. Louis, MO Last Minute Travel Package from $177.00 - Louie, Louie, We Gotta Go Now!

Price from $177.00, Includes Flight + Hotel, taxes and fees...

Departure City: New York, NY (or select your departure city)

Destination: St. Louis, MO