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Articles for January, 2011

Top 5 cheap Las Vegas hotels to stay and dine on a dime

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Dive into a variety of cuisine at the Spice Market Buffet in Planet Hollywood Resort. Photo credit: Litandmore.

By Vince Font

Let’s face it, these days you’re more likely to spend your biggest chunk of change on food than a hotel room — especially if you’re not careful and don’t know where to go. So to help save you a few dollars, I’ve come up with a list of the top five cheap Las Vegas hotels, and low-cost (but good quality) eats you can get nearby.

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Cheap New York hotels: Big city romance, small-town prices

Friday, January 21st, 2011

Enjoy the relaxing and romantic lounge at the Renaissance New York Hotel 57.

By Susan Johnston

Your love may not cost a thing, but Valentine’s Day can definitely set you back a few bucks. With these three cheap New York hotels, you’ll set the stage for your dream romantic getaway without forcing you to take an extra job.

1. Renaissance New York Hotel 57
Guests rave about this hotel’s high-quality accommodations and prime Manhattan location. Take a quiet stroll through Central Park or show-off your musical tastes with a performance at Carnegie Hall, all found nearby. The recently renovated Renaissance New York Hotel 57 retains much of its classic charm with birch wood paneling and stunning architectural details. It also includes modern amenities like fitness and business centers, high-speed Internet and babysitting services.

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Cheap Mexico vacations to cure post-holiday blues

Tuesday, January 11th, 2011
Beautiful oceanview rooms

Enjoy oceanview rooms on a shoestring budget at the InterContinental Presidente Cancun.

By Nina Gass

You survived the hustle-and-bustle of the holiday season, spreading gifts and good cheer to everyone you know. There’s no need to wait for a spring break vacation — now is the time to treat yourself to a cheap vacation. Grab your SPF and your new swimsuit, and escape to a place where it’s always summer: Mexico. For exotic getaways that won’t break the bank, take your pick from these top three cheap Mexico vacations:

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Winter, wine and three cheap Boston hotels

Monday, January 3rd, 2011

Stay at Boston's Seaport Hotel, near the Seaport World Trade Center -- host of the 20th Annual Boston Wine Expo, Jan. 22-23.

By Susan Johnston

There’s something magical about Boston in the winter: the Boston Common covered in a light blanket of snow, couples ice skating on the Frog Pond and then warming themselves up with rich hot chocolate. If you’re planning a Boston vacation this January, you might also consider warming up with a glass of red wine and a visit to the 20th Annual Boston Wine Expo at the Seaport World Trade Center. Running January 22-23, the Wine Expo features over 1,800 wines from over 300 wineries around the world.

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