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If you are planning your next vacation soon, you are the lucky one! Travel and travel accessories companies have gone all out this year to help keep your costs down and your vacation enjoyment high...

"CheapFlights" is announcing  huge discount travel to the Dominican Republic. Up to 50% OFF! Plus big travel price breaks on many airlines. (see link below).

You deserve the break and the last thing you want is to work hard planning your blissful rest.  Here are some suggestions to lessen the load.

DISCOUNT AIRFARES
Booking your trip with a Travel Agent is great as they will provide valid information on the travel documents you'll need depending on your destination and try to find you the best discount. Remember though that travel agents make a commission per sale and you may not always be getting the best rate possible. Compare, compare, compare! The internet has opened up a whole new playing field when it comes to discount travel. There are ample websites allowing you to compare on airline and hotel rates worldwide. You can bundle or purchase separately and in some cases you can bid on fares. Do not limit yourself. Some of the popular sites are: CheapFlights.com, Kayak.com, BookingBuddy.com and for bids - PriceLine.com

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LUGGAGE:
DO NOT and I emphasize DO NOT try to revive the old, battered suitcase you have had tucked away in the corner of the cupboard or basement or in the attic - UNLESS it conforms with the new airline baggage size regulations, has wheels that work and won't have you battling to keep it on the straight and narrow path. A new, fresh set of luggage will increase your travel excitement. Many department stores like JC Penny's, Walmart and so on, offer a variety of luggage sets that are lightweight, fashionable and reasonably priced. I bought a really nice 4-pc set of American Tourister at Walmart 2yrs ago on sale for around . It is still serving my travel needs and works like a charm.

Luggage stores carry a larger variety but also carry brand names like Samsonite, Hartmann and more. If you like designer named luggage, IRV's Luggage has Hartmann Vera Wang Signature Luggage at an incredible discount of 40% OFF. They are one of the largest, most trusted retailers of luggage online. When they have a sale, they have a sale! 

If you are in an area that is cold in climate and planning to visit a tropical climate, remember to pack lightly and load up on the Sunblock. Contrary to popular belief, the Caribbean does get very cool at nights during December through January and a light sweater or jacket may be necessary. This is mainly from what is locally called "Christmas Breeze". Near the ending of November the wind blows heavier than normal especially near the ocean creating a wind chill effect. Sometimes temperatures can drop to the upper 50s on occasion. It may seem mild in number, but because homes are not insulated for cold weather, it will feel colder than the normal expectation of 50s temps. Temperatures during the Holidays normally range from 70s - 80s during the day and 70s to upper 60s during the night.

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Are you travelling by car to your vacation destination? You can find great car rental and hotel deals online. A bit of advice when choosing your pick up or drop off location. Stay away from airport pickup or dropoff sites as you will incur a higher rate because of airport fees. Find a location in the city nearest to you. Enterprise Rental Agency offers pickup and dropoff to your home or destination within  a certain mile radius. Budget Rent A Car has reasonable rates but are sometimes limited in service.  Again, compare, compare, compare.

If you are driving your own vehicle, make sure to get it serviced before going and check your tires. TIRE RACK has tremendous discounts on brand name tires. Don't forget to check you spare. Air could have leaked unknowingly and leave you stranded in times of a flat. 

Special Offers: Save on quality tires with these manufacturer's promotions available from Tire Rack.

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