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Savings trick No. 1: Eat-in kitchens at cheap Orlando hotels

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

Save your vacation dollars at a cheap Orlando hotel equipped with a kitchenette.

By Valerie Moloney

I like dining out as much as everyone else, but when it comes to feeding my family while on vacation, the expenses are as hard to swallow as the $5 bottled water in any given theme park. During our last family vacation, we found a cheap Orlando hotel equipped with a kitchenette to be a lifesaver. Thank goodness for the four-burner stoves; why pay Denny’s $40 for breakfast when you can cook your own eggs and toast in the privacy of your own room? And the best part: Not having to make yourself up just to look halfway decent in front of the rest of the guests in line for the free Rice Krispies.

When you’re craving your own little dining den, consider this pair of Orlando hotels for your next getaway: (more…)

Beachfront bargains: The best cheap Florida hotels

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

By Maria Mora

Orlando hotels will always be staples in spring break vacation and summer vacation planning, but a cheap Florida vacation doesn’t need to center on Walt Disney World. Plenty of other cities with cheap Florida hotels tease with their access to the beach, nightlife and fine dining. The following four cities broaden the Floridian experience beyond Mickey Mouse:

Cheap Miami hotels: Budget glam near SoBe nightlife

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

By Maria Mora

Miami’s nightclub scene and upscale shopping districts are no doubt legendary, but even in these bottle service and label-conscious parts, it’s still surprisingly easy to find cheap Miami hotels. Unlike many cheap Florida hotels, Miami hotels stand out from chains and typical rest area hotels near attractions. Thanks to cheap Miami flights, there’s no excuse not to book a Florida vacation at one of these favorites: (more…)

Tips for finding cheap Orlando hotels

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

Coco Key Hotel & Water Park near Universal Orlando boasts theme park appeal all its own.

By Maria Mora

As a mother of two — and any parent can attest — I know from experience that theme park tickets are the first of many expenses during an Orlando vacation. Once past the the turnstile, all sorts of temptations await (like revolving light sticks topped with Disney fairies, for example) to set your family’s budget back. So to offset those items, your Orlando hotel needs to fall within reasonable limits. The good news is: Cheap Orlando hotels are as plentiful as the palm trees. The key is choosing the attraction where you’re going to spend the most time. (more…)

Cheap Miami hotels that are rich on style

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

Cheap Miami hotel idea No. 1: The rooftop sundeck at Chesterfield.

By Maria Mora

The nightlife scorches, the beaches picturesque and the shopping as luxe as a Gucci bag. We can only be talking about one place: South Beach, the capital of East Coast opulence. While the lifestyle caters to more Cristal than Coors Lite, it’s still surprisingly easy to find cheap Miami hotels in the land of Ferraris and supermodels. With specials at hotels like The Majestic Hotel, Chesterfield Hotel and RED South Beach Hotel — all at under $150 a night — these properties beckon cheap conossieurs to take the ultimate Miami vacation. So go ahead–take your beach vacation now, and don’t forget to pack your swimsuit and stilettos.

Best deals for top destinations in 2011

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010

Savvy travelers know the key to affording a getaway to just about any place in the world is in picking the best off-peak time of the year to visit. Pairing the right destination with the cheapest time to travel there can sometimes mean hitting the beaches a little later, the ski lifts earlier, and avoiding the rates associated with high-season hotel stays.

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Fall in love with these cheap Florida hotels

Monday, September 6th, 2010
Royal Palm South Beach

Soak in the rays in Miami's Royal Palm South Beach.

By Maria Mora

Fall is hands down my favorite time of year to visit Florida, and it’s not just because of the great rates at cheap Florida hotels.  The temperatures drop to a lovely degree, the crowds thin out and good deals are easy to find . We like to spend this exploring new Florida beaches and attractions with our friends and kids.

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Stay and play at Disney World, even on a budget

Monday, August 30th, 2010

By Maria Mora

Magic Kingdom Park

Enjoy a cheap Walt Disney World vacation at Magic Kingdom Park.

My family always stays at a Walt Disney World property when we visit the Disney theme parks, so that we can enjoy perks like free transportation, themed pools and special guest-only hours at the four major Walt Disney World parks. My secret to keeping this a cheap Disney vacation? Instead of sacrificing convenience by staying at cheap Orlando hotels off site, we take advantage of seasonal rates at Disney’s moderate and value resorts.

Here’s the inside scoop on the best cheap Florida hotels on the Disney property.

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