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Cheap Las Vegas travel deals

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

dv1678009Whether you go for the food, shows, nightlife or casinos, Las Vegas is always a popular vacation destination. And with cheap Las Vegas travel deals and cheap Las Vegas hotels, now is a great time to head to Sin City.

Start with this Las Vegas travel deal: A VIP savings pass worth $500 — free when you book any cheap Las Vegas hotel. The savings pass includes special offers and discounts at a variety of hotels, including:

  • 25% off at Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio (Venetian)
  • Buy one gondola ride, get a second 50% off (Venetian)
  • $25 off at Alize, Little Buddha and SIMON Restaurant & Lounge (Palms)
  • $25 match play bet on any table game (Planet Hollywood)

Then, choose one of your favorite cheap Las Vegas hotels. There are travel deals to suit every taste. Here are just a few:

Planet Hollywood: With a spa, 170 retail venues and three acres of gaming, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Rates start at just $69 a night (August 20). Plus, for a limited time, this cheap Las Vegas hotel is offering guests a free bottle of wine, champaagne or spirits each night of their stay as part of its “Drinks Are On Us” promotion.

Golden Nugget: For a downtown stay, consider this cheap Las Vegas hotel, a AAA four-diamond award winner since 1977. The Golden Nugget boasts a heated pool with three-story waterslide and 200,000-gallon shark aquarium. Save 30% on South Tower rooms for stays through September 1.

Palms Casino Resort: With ghostbar on the 55th floor, the new Moon nightclub with a retractable roof and the popular Rain Las Vegas club, this cheap Las Vegas hotel is the place for nightlife. Now, when you book a flight + hotel vacation package of three nights or more, you can save 40%. Just book your travel 45 days in advance, for stays through October 1.

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Cheap Chicago hotels, eats and activities

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Cheap chicago hotel For a cheap summer vacation that really packs a punch, look no further than the Windy City. Cheap Chicago hotels, affordable restaurants and free fun can add up to a great low-cost getaway. Here are just a few tips for places that won't break your budget.

Cheap Chicago hotels:
These Chicago hotels offer the best of both worlds — great location and great price:

  • Travelodge Hotel Downtown Chicago: Two blocks from Lake Michigan and walking distance to The Art Institute and Sears Tower. Rates from $80 a night.
  • Howard Johnson Inn Downtown Chicago: In the heart of River North, a neighborhood filled with art galleries and restaurants — and an easy walk to Michigan Avenue shopping. Room start from about $85 a night.
  • Tremont Hotel: Just off Michigan Avenue and an easy walk to the Hancock Building and the lake. This three-star hotel has rooms starting from $90.

Cheap Chicago restaurants:
Sure you can go gourmet, but why — when it's so easy to find good food that doesn't cost a lot.

  • Cafe Iberico: Fine Spanish tapas dining lets you spend as much — or as little — as you like. Fantastic food and a friendly atmosphere, if sometimes a little crowded on weekend nights.
  • Joy Yee's Noodles: Cheap pan-Asian dishes and styles, located in Chinatown. Head over and experience all the charm and excitement of the neighborhood, without losing a fortune (cookie).
  • Hot Doug's: Yes, Weiner Circle is still a great stop for fantastic Chicago-style hot dogs served with plenty of attitude. But for something different, head up to Hot Doug's, where the owner-chef uses special mixes of meats, cheeses and spices to take cased meats to whole new level.
  • The Billy Goat Tavern: The original SNL "Cheeseburger, cheeseburger, cheeseburger!" joint, although many folks are too young to remember the Belushi skit. The downtown Billy Goat is also a renowned greasy-spoon hangout for old-school reporters from the Sun-Times and Tribune. Stop by for a very laid-back beer and a cheeseburger.

Cheap Chicago activities:

  • Millennium Park: Chicago's newest public showcase, the Park features the famous Cloud Gate "Bean" sculpture, the delightful "Faces" fountain, and much more. During the summer, free classical concerts are performed in the outdoor Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
  • The John Hancock Building: You can buy a ticket to the Hancock Observatory on Michigan Avenue, or enjoy equally spectacular views for free at the Signature Room at the 95th.
  • Navy Pier: Free fireworks shows light up the sky here Wednesday and Saturday nights from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. A $6 ferris wheel ride offers great city views.
  • Lincoln Park Zoo: Open 365 days a year and always free.

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Cheap Chicago vacation

Friday, January 30th, 2009

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By Kate Schwartz

In tough economic times such as these, there is nothing like finding a cheap travel deal to help you beat the recession blues. This February, find cheap travel fun for the whole family in Chicago. With these travel tips from CheapTickets, you can eat, sleep and play for much less than you would expect.

February 20 marks the beginning of Chicago Restaurant Week, one of the most exciting culinary events in the Windy City. For seven days only, more than 130 restaurants will offer multi-course meals for a price that is easy to swallow. Twenty-two dollars will get you a 3-course prix-fixe lunch and $32 will get you a 3-course prix-fixe dinner. Pair a nice dinner with a cheap Chicago hotel, and you are looking at a weekend you will not soon forget. Throw in some exciting free activities, and you are looking at a cheap Chicago vacation the whole family can enjoy.

Cheap family fun in Millennium Park: Millennium Park is arguably the most popular attraction in Chicago. This architectural wonderland is home to some of the most amazing and high-tech works of modern art, architecture and design.  From Frank Gehry’s Jay Pritzker Pavilion to the infamous “bean,” Millennium Park is a great place around which to plan your next cheap family vacation. Stay at the Palmer House Hilton and a wealth of fun will be at your fingertips. This reasonably priced 4-star hotel is located two blocks from Millennium Park and within walking distance from the Art Institute of Chicago, which is free every day during the month of February. For more cheap fun, enjoy free ice skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park, and dine for less at the Park Grill, one of the participating Chicago Restaurant Week establishments conveniently located next to the ice rink.

Get away for Valentine’s Day: Sweep your significant other off their feet with a romantic weekend getaway in the Windy City. Make reservations at The Melting Pot during Chicago Restaurant Week and spend the night feeding each other fondue while enjoying fine wine and a romantic ambiance. After dinner, take a romantic stroll along the Magnificent Mile and take in the sights and sounds of the Windy City after dark. Finish the evening with a short walk to the James Hotel, a chic yet affordable downtown hotspot that boasts a trendy bar. Not ready to hit the sack? Check out free post-show improvisation at Second City, the comedic breeding ground for many SNL favorites.

Recession or not, there are always ways to have fun on a budget. Book a cheap Chicago hotel in February and enjoy the city's food and culture for less. (In addition to the free days at the Art Institute, The Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium have several free days in February, as do about a dozen other Chicago museums. Get details here.) Whatever your travel plan, CheapTickets can help you find it for less.

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Kate Schwartz is a marketing coordinator for CheapTickets. When
she’s not searching for the best travel deals, she’s out taking
advantage of them!  From hiking the Rockies to lounging on the beaches
of Barcelona, Kate is always looking for adventure.

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Enjoy Denver Restaurant Week

Friday, January 16th, 2009

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By Kate Schwartz

Travel to Denver in February and experience seven days of culinary excellence. February 21-27 is Denver Restaurant Week, and this year, 198 of Denver’s finest restaurants are serving up a taste of mile-high cuisine. With multi-course dinners at a fixed price of $26.40 per person (not including tax and tip), you can eat 5-star meals without paying 5-star prices.

Plan your travel around Denver Restaurant Week and let food be your guide. Visit Denver’s “LoDo” neighborhood and try Corridor 44. For $26.50 you can begin with lemongrass seared diver scallop salad with fennel, ruby grapefruit and baby mâche; followed by “44” surf 'n turf plate with herb crusted filet mignon & grilled white shrimp; and if you have room, petite chocolate truffles. If you don’t feel like trying to catch a cab home, book a cheap Denver hotel room at the Hotel Teatro and enjoy a short two-block walk.

Travel to Denver’s Capital Hill neighborhood and check out Mizuna. For the same low price as Corridor 44, you can try the unique taste of this American-style, French infusion cuisine. Chefs at Mizuna are famous for altering their menu monthly to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients. For Denver Restaurant Week, the fixed-price dinner begins with chestnut cavatelli braised veal with wild mushrooms, and is followed by tilefish crispy calamari, jasmine rice and edamame with a Thai-lobster reduction. For desert, enjoy warm valrhona chocolate cake with macadamia nut brittle and malted ice cream.

From sushi to steak, Denver Restaurant Week is sure to please your palate. Pair a delicious meal with a cheap Denver hotel and create the perfect Denver vacation. February is right around the corner, so make sure to make your travel and restaurant reservations today.

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Kate Schwartz is a marketing coordinator for CheapTickets. When
she’s not searching for the best travel deals, she’s out taking
advantage of them!  From hiking the Rockies to lounging on the beaches
of Barcelona, Kate is always looking for adventure.

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