http://www.smartertravel.com/?source=rss_main SmarterTravel.com is your source for cheap airfare deals, last-minute travel specials, hotel sales, cruises, low airfare-and-hotel vacation packages, car rentals, weekend getaways, and more. We offer unbiased expert advice and the best deals. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:35:06 -0500 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:35:06 -0500 With plenty of beer gardens to keep you warm, Berlin is the perfect place for history enthusiasts this winter. If shopping's more your thing, the KaDeWe will have you wishing there were more hours in a day to explore all its floors. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/celebrate-the-fall-of-the-wall-in-berlin.html?id=3786415&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:48:14 -0500 Glide along the canals and get lost navigating the streets this winter in Venice. With mild temperatures, you can still afford to indulge in all the gelato you can handle. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/venice-italy-six-night-vacations.html?id=3786611&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:47:52 -0500 With a four-night stay in Lucerne and a Swiss Pass, you have the option of kicking back and relaxing in town, or hitting the rails. See the Alps, take a day trip to Geneva, or just take in the scenery on a train ride. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/switzerland-by-rail-starting.html?id=3786554&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:47:24 -0500 Home to Anne Frank's house and Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam is bursting with culture. Discover a peaceful urban setting as you walk or bike along the canals or visit the open-air markets. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/amsterdam-six-night-vacations.html?id=3786513&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:45:49 -0500 Arrive in Dublin, leave from Shannon, and explore everywhere in between. When you're not on the road seeing the sights, you can kick up your feet in each of three castles. There's no better way to explore the country. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/six-night-irish-castle-vacations-starting.html?id=3786439&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:45:01 -0500 Mild weather is one of the many reasons why now is the perfect time to visit Rome and Florence. Visit the attractions and walk around both cities until you've seen it all without the burden of the summer sun bogging you down. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/florence-and-rome-six-night-vacations.html?id=3802172&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:43:31 -0500 With so many European destinations to visit, it's never easy deciding where to go, let alone finding the best deal. We've done half the work for you. Look no further for 10 of the fall's best vacations. The hardest part is choosing just one. http://www.smartertravel.com/vacation-package/ten-great-europe-vacation-deals-available-right-now.html?id=3709305&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:40:52 -0500 American's latest sale to European destinations starts at $496 round-trip. Travel from D.C., Chicago, Dallas, and others to cities including Barcelona, Dublin, Paris, and Rome. Book by December 3, for travel until spring 2010. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/europe-sale-fares-on-american.html?id=3868432&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:28:54 -0500 Virgin Atlantic's latest sale features flights to London from Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, and several other departure cities. Travel is valid this fall, winter, and spring, but book tickets by Thursday, December 3. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/london-sale-fares-on-virgin-atlantic.html?id=3868173&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:02:56 -0500 Thinking about booking a winter trip to Europe? Now might be the time to do it. Aer Lingus is offering sale fares from a handful of U.S. cities to Rome, London, Paris, and others. Travel between January and March, but book by November 23. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/europe-sale-fares-on-aer-lingus.html?id=3868113&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:01:05 -0500 United's latest sale features travel to cities in Canada like Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver, Halifax, and others. However, carriers like US Airways, Delta, and Northwest, among others, offer significant savings over United's prices. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/sale-fares-to-canada-from-united.html?id=3868028&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:03:49 -0500 Fly to Cancun, Los Cabos, and others with Alaska from several West Coast cities starting at $230 R/T. Also look to carriers like Continental, US Airways, American, and Northwest, among others. These competitors match or beat Alaska's fares. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/mexico-fares-on-alaska.html?id=3867504&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:41:35 -0500 Frontier's latest promotion, a match of Southwest's sale, offers travel through spring. The lowest fares are often matched or beaten by Continental, Delta, Northwest, and Southwest. In some cases, the competition offers $84 in savings. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/domestic-sale-fares-on-frontier.html?id=3841508&source=rss_main main Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:40:16 -0500 Europe hotspots like Amsterdam, Bucharest, Madrid, and Zurich are on sale with Lufthansa's latest promotion. Travel is far-reaching, through summer 2010, but fares must be booked by Tuesday, December 1. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/europe-sale-fares-on-lufthansa.html?id=3866730&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:16:30 -0500 Fall, winter, and spring flights from New York City to many European hotspots like Barcelona, London, and Rome are available with Delta's latest sale. Book through Monday, November 23, for travel through mid-spring 2010. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/europe-sale-fares-on-delta.html?id=3865373&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:52:00 -0500 The ultra-low-cost carrier's latest sale features travel to many U.S. and Caribbean destinations including Chicago, Las Vegas, Nassau, and St. Thomas. Also look into fares from US Airways, who beats Spirit's already-low price on one route. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/and-caribbean-winter-sale-on-spirit.html?id=3865963&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:21:10 -0500 Just like Southwest, United has posted its own last-minute Thanksgiving holiday sale, and these prices are competitive. Also look into JetBlue for fair fares. Destinations include Los Angeles, Rock Springs, and Washington, D.C. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/thanksgiving-day-sale-from-united.html?id=3856475&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:13:30 -0500 Why does American's latest sale look so familiar? Because it's nearly identical to competing promotions from Southwest, United, and Frontier. Add it all up and you've got a major fare war. And that's a huge win for bargain hunters. http://www.smartertravel.com/airfare/on-domestic-flights-with-american.html?id=3850035&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:57:53 -0500 NH Hotels offer 20 percent off hotel rates for those that book in advance. Plus, find discounts for guests 60 and older, discounts for young travelers, and ways to extend your weekend. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Seasonal-rates-from-four.html?id=10093&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:46:37 -0500 Crowne Plaza not only offers discounts for booking ahead, but also guarantees you'll find the lowest rates on its website. Plus, add breakfast to your stay. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Crowne-Plaza-offers-summer.html?id=10120&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:42:56 -0500 Holiday Inn is offering a free night at various properties in Aruba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and St. Thomas. Minimum stay requirements vary by destination. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Free-night-Holiday-Caribbean.html?id=15078&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:42:28 -0500 Here's how coaches, families, friends, and players of Little League Baseball or the LPGA can receive 15 percent discounts at Choice Hotels. Plus, Choice Hotels guarantees its best rates when you book on its website. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/choice-hotels-offers-little-league-fans-big-discounts.html?id=2567486&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:41:25 -0500 With Red Roof Inn's Park, Sleep, and Fly locations you can wake up early for your flight, receive free transportation to and from the airport, and park for free at many locations. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Fall-Savings-Roof-Under.html?id=13028&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:40:52 -0500 Microtel Inns & Suites offers 20 percent savings when you book 14 days or more before your stay. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Microtel-summer-rates.html?id=12436&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:40:12 -0500 Loews hotels and resorts is offering 30 percent off your stay of three nights or longer this holiday season. Also offered are advance purchase discounts. http://www.smartertravel.com/hotel/Last-chance-take-advantage.html?id=9507&source=rss_main main Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:39:48 -0500