One of the best ways of finding cheap traveloptions such as cheapairplane tickets, discount hotel rooms, discounttravel deals, cheapdeals, and cheap vacation packages is bytraveling to off peak destinations in the fall.
There are also non-monetary bonuses of off peak travelincluding fewer crowds and a less frenzied pace.
The following are some terrific destinations for bargainseekers this fall, according to Jayne Clark:
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Torontois Canadas largest city and is bustling with revitalization on its waterfrontand beyond. The Canadian currency hit an11 year low against the U.S. dollar in August, making Canada all the moreaffordable. The Delta Toronto is thecitys newest and tallest hotel and is offering a Special Events rate thattakes about 25 percent off the cheapest available rate for visitors attendingsports, music, or cultural events.
Free downtown walking tours are offered bythe Royal Ontario Museum as well as free musical performances (September toMay) at the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre in the impressive Four SeasonsCentre. Getting to and from the airportis faster and cheaper than ever because of the new Union Pearson Express whichtakes travelers from Pearson Airport to downtown Toronto in 25 minutes.
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AmericanNational Parks in the fall have far fewer crowds and rates for many lodgingsoutside the parks drop as seasonal demand slows. Even some iconic in-park hostelries are onsale such as Utahs Zion Lodges Winter Bed and Breakfast package (available fromNovember 12th to 19th, and November 29th toDecember 20th) which is 70 percent less that its peak summer ratesand comes with a hot breakfast for two.
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BrunswickIslands in North Carolina southernmost corner is less expensive than thepopular Outer Banks region to the north and the crowded Myrtle Beach to thesouth. These islands comprise a 45 milestretch of wide, serene beaches. Theweather and water remain warm late into the fall, when hotel rates dropsignificantly. Great values can be foundat the Winds Resort Beach Club in Ocean Isle Beach for guests reserving two andthree night packages.
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Europeis on sale. Every European currency hasfallen against the U.S. dollar this year, including the Euro which is downabout 20 percent. 20 percent savings ontrain travel is being offered starting October 1st with the purchaseof a Eurail Global Pass which enables holders to visit up to 28 countries inany order. The Eurail Select Pass whichallows travel to four adjoining countries is also on sale.
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VancouverCanada is one of North Americas most impressive coastal cities. The strength of the U.S. dollar is buyingabout 20 percent more this year compared to last. Savvy shoppers will find additional falldiscounts, including 15 percent off best available rates plus an extra perksuch as free parking, drinks, or breakfast at the centrally located PinnacleHotel Harbourfront through December 30th. The stylish Opus Vancouver is cutting itsweekend rates 20 percent this fall and including breakfast, a welcome drink,loaner bikes, and car service to downtown at no additional cost.
Vancouver is similar to California,meaning fall temperatures are mild (averaging 65 degrees in September and theupper 40s in November) though the fall can be rainy. Beer lovers should consider visiting inOctober to take in BC Craft Beer Month. The Hopscotch Whisky, Beer, and Spirit Festival runs from November 16thto the 22nd, with the East Side Culture Crawl running from November19th to the 22nd.
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