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January 12th, 2011

Coupon Your Way to the Perfect (and Affordable) Vacation

Posted by: Noelle|6 comments

No Need to Clip CouponsWith numerous low-fare finder sites like Expedia.com, finding a cheap flight to your vacation destination has never been easier. Yet while many travelers take the time to research the best deals for getting to their vacation destination, few take the time to bargain hunt for local discounts on everything from entertainment to transportation. Before you leave for your next big trip, check out these popular sites offering huge savings in cities across America:

Entertainment

Discounts on everything from travel services to local activities and attractions to can be found in The Entertainment Book. City specific Entertainment Books can be bought for as little as $30 and contain over $10,000 worth of coupons. For those looking to do some skiing or snowboarding, visit Skicoupons.com or Liftopia.com to save big on your downhill adventures. If you would rather hit the shops than the slopes, make sure to browse through Retailmenot.com which provides coupon codes accepted at over 65,000 stores.

In the mood for something a little more relaxing? Catch a matinee or purchase movie tickets in bulk at Bulktix.com. Or, if you would rather watch a live performance, search for discounted admission on everything from Disney Princesses on Ice to the Blue Man Group on location-specific sites like Bostix.org (Boston) or Tdf.org (New York City). Don’t forget to also check local newspapers for any free events, such as concerts or festivals taking place during your stay.

Lodging

Rather than stay in a cramped hotel room, book a vacation rental through FlipKey.com. Search our site’s comprehensive inventory to find the vacation rental that meets your needs. Vacation rentals provide incredible value, with more space, privacy, and amenities than most hotels.  Spend a day lounging by the pool of your personal retreat, or save some extra money by cooking dinner with your family in your vacation rental’s fully equipped kitchen.

Food

Take a break from preparing meals at home: treat yourself to a night out on the town and discover the culinary treasures of your vacation destination. An unforgettable meal doesn’t have to break the bank. Consider purchasing gift certificates from Restaurant.com which provides discounts of up to 60% off at over 15,000 restaurants nationwide. In the weeks leading up to your trip, you may also want to create accounts on sites like Groupon.com and Buywithme.com to receive daily emails with deals in every major U.S. city.

Transportation

Depending on the length of your stay, buying a weekly subway or bus pass could save you tons, especially those of you with jam-packed itineraries. If you are staying in a big city but want to spend the day exploring the country, then look into booking a rental car through Zipcar.com. With convenient hourly rentals, a card for free fuel at any gas station, and 180 free miles per day, Zipcar vehicles are the ideal mode of transportation for sightseeing.

Whether you are traveling alone or with a large family there are savings to be had—use just one of these sites and you’ll have some extra cash to put towards planning your next big trip!
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