Save a bundle on your summer holiday
Posted on Thursday 25 August 2011
in United States of America, Shoestring, Summer
Travelers can save a great deal of money by waiting until the end of the summer to plan their vacations. According to the International Business Times, there are currently dozens of fantastic last-minute deals being offered by air carriers, travel companies, cruise lines and resorts, especially for individuals who wish to plan a trip to the U.S.
Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, West Virginia, is running a special for travelers who plan to visit over Labor Day weekend. Individuals can stay in one of their beautiful guest rooms for as little as $419 a night between September 2 and 5. In addition to the many amenities that are normally provided by these accommodations, the discount package includes such services as a live symphony performance, free mini golf games, paddle boarding, horseback riding and complimentary admission to the zoo and local museums. In addition, breakfast is served each day, allowing travelers to save on accommodations, entertainment and food.
Point Sebago Resort in South Casco, Maine, is also offering a fantastic deal over the upcoming holiday weekend. For just $310 per adult and $40 to $90 per child over the age of four, families can enjoy an all-inclusive stay at one of the best lakeside resorts on the East Coast. Included in the package are eight buffet meals, one lobster dinner, unlimited games of miniature golf, and numerous kid-friendly activities and entertainment offerings, such as a children's camp, lake cruise and arcade.
Other popular tourist hot spots in the U.S. that are offering sweet end of summer deals include Las Vegas, Nevada, and Orlando, Florida's Disney World. Though both destinations tend to be extremely hot this time of year, individuals who are willing to bear the heat will be rewarded with fabulous discounts. For instance, one can book a room in one of the hotels on Sin City's strip for as little as $100 a night, while a suite in certain Disney resorts are currently being offered for just $69.
In addition to these great discounts, international travelers can also take advantage of the deals offered at the Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa in Stowe, Vermont, where everything is selling for up to 25 percent off; or the Norwhich Spa at Foxwoods, in Ledyard, Connecticut, which boasts discounts of up to 20 percent.
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