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  • Shoulder Season Travel

    You may or may not have heard this term. Hotwire coined it, and it refers to travel during the fall: the time after Labor Day but before the New Year.


    Right now, although travel is classically at a low, there are some great travel deals to be had during the Shoulder Season. Take this great vacation to Cancun, Mexico for example.

    If you’ve ever wanted to vacation at a luxurious resort in Cancun while enjoying the beauty of the ocean, and perfect weather, now is your time. Right now, the Barceló Riviera Maya Palace in Cancun, a luxury resort is only at 30-40% capacity! This makes a vacation to Cancun with amazing hotel discounts is cheaper than a fall trip to Martha’s Vineyard, or a family trip to a professional football game out of town! At prices knocked down 1/3 of what they would normally cost, it’s almost impossible to turn away. Book great deals like these now, before the travel deals end and prices go up!

  • Mexico Online Travel Destination Guide

    Sure a vacation to Mexico is all about sun, sand, and beaches, but before you go check out our free online destination guide to Mexico. We hope you’ve taken our blog advice and are scanning the Internet for flight deals to Mexico.


    Because travel lulls during the fall (the slowest season of the year) you are likely to find more and more flight deals to vacation spots like Mexico. Plus, the fall will be a great time to visit the region because the average weather stays above 78 well into November. That means you can enjoy a reprieve from the chilly fall (and at discounted prices), since after Labor Day travel prices switch from high season to low.

    After you’ve booked your flight and combed through the boutique hotels and accommodations we feature in our Mexico destination guide, be sure to check out pages like our history of Mexico page. Information like this adds a great cultural perspective to your vacation and is an excellent way to give kids and family members an educational point of view to your vacation rather than one that only encompasses suntan lotion and margaritas. You will also find some very helpful information regarding things to do while you’re on vacation. For example, if you want to visit Cabo San Lucas, one of Mexico’s top resort destinations, our page on Cabo San Lucas Attractions is a must see. You will find nightclubs in Cabo, the best restaurants, and read about adventurous outdoors activities like Jeep excursions as well.

    Check out everything our free online destination guides have to offer and enjoy a well-rounded trip to Mexico this fall! Keep your eyes peeled for fall travel deals- you know we’ll be doing the same.

  • Guide to Fall Travel Deals

    Fall marks a decidedly different time for airlines and travelers. The summer deals for travelers tend to slow down and airlines are expected to cut back on available flights.

    With the travel industry in an economic slump however, there are sure to be some great places where travelers can snatch up available deals. Find out where the travel deals will continue and what you can do to find them! Hawaii The Hawaiian economy relies heavily on travel. It runs almost entirely off of the tourism provided by North Americans and as fall approaches, fewer travelers are expected to make travel plans. For those that might be considering a fall vacation however, this is incredible news. Hawaii is expected to be one of the few locations where flights, hotels, and other vacation packages will continue to be available for vacationers. This fall, booking a flight to Hawaii will still be affordable and is a great way to experience a vacation that will likely spike in expense in the upcoming years. If you're looking for a warm and temperate Thanksgiving vacation with the family, keep your eyes peeled on the travel deals coming out of Hawaii. We guarantee you'll see some good ones! Start making your travel plans now with our advice on things to do in Maui. Mexico Mexico, like Hawaii relies heavily on tourism from North America. It too sees a decrease in vacationers during the fall and because of the hit it has taken due to swine flu and the economic slump, travel deals will continue into this region are expected to continue well into the fall. The fall and winter are also considered off-season for Mexico travel, which means vacation deals will be even lower. We think that if you're looking for a good getaway before school starts or during the winter break, that Mexico will be a cheap and fun way to enjoy your vacation. Find out about places like Cancun, with FrugalMonkey's free online travel guide to Mexico.

  • Last Minute Deals for July Fourth

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    Although the 4th of July is a holiday that lends itself to more local travel, nearly 37.1 million people will travel 50 miles or more for the long weekend. In anticipation of all this, airlines, hotels and car rental agencies have lowered the bar on travel prices hoping to entice vacationers. Although the holiday is just days away, there are some great last minute travel deals ripe for the taking. Consider this bit of information: AAA spokesmen Michael Geeser says that flights are 16% lower than they were just last year.

    Right now Cape Cod’s Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club is offering low 4th of July discounts for travelers. As little as $169 a night for this world famous resort. Other deals include extraordinarily cheap airfares to Mexico for the upcoming weekend, which can be found on Worry-Free vacations for pennies ($120 round trip).  For help planning an extended family vacation to Mexico, check our section on Mexico travel. Adventure activities in Acapulco like cliff jumping is just one of our highlighted pages.


  • Destination: Acapulco

    You’re probably pretty up to speed with our FrugalMonkey Destination Profiles. We show you where to go, why to go and point out great travel deals to get there.


    This week we’re showing you how to enjoy the perfect summer vacation with a trip to Acapulco, Mexico!

    Mexico is not only the perfect romantic getaway, but it also is a great vacation for families as well. Great restaurants, fun outdoors adventures, activities, golf, beautiful resorts and amazing beaches make this a favorite among visitors. What makes Acapulco so special is its origins from a small village into one of the most beautiful Mexican vacation destinations in the country. Acapulco’s proximity to the Sierra Madre Mountains makes it an excellent place to enjoy an adventuresome afternoon with your family or a gorgeous cliff side sunset for couples. The Pacific Ocean waters stay cool throughout the year but visitors are almost guaranteed to get nothing but sun. The size of this Mexican city is big enough to ensure that you won’t get bored and its night life is legendary, but isn’t difficult to manage. For more information on different things to do in Acapulco, check out FrugalMonkey’s entire profile on Acapulco travel.

    So how should you get there? Acapulco is located on the southernmost Pacific side of Mexico, so most vacationers fly. Right now you can fly from Los Angeles to Acapulco for as little as $254 when you fly with Continental Airlines. From Houston flight prices plummet to only $174 for the nonstop round trip flight, when you fly with Aero Mexico.

    If you need a place to stay while you’re there, check out three-star hotel rates as low as $48 a night when you book through Orbitz at Golden Zone Hotel or Acapulco Diamonte. Naturally, there are a million ways to throw your money around, so if luxury is on your agenda – never fear. Check out FrugalMonkey’s list of hotels and attractions to help you further plan your trip.

  • Take A Cruise To Mexico

    Mexico is one of the most popular travel destinations for sun, sand and surf. North Americans, Europeans and even South American residents travel to Mexico each year to take in the white sand beaches, enjoy the weather and take in the amazing culture. While most people fly, it is becoming more and more popular to take a cruise to Mexico. Today, most major cruise lines from North and South America offer cruses into Mexico. Instead of only visiting one of Mexico’s gorgeous cities on vacation you can see three or four over the duration of your cruise. By seeing so many different places, relaxing on the luxurious ship and enjoying the crystal clear waters of Mexico, a Mexican cruise is one of the best Central American vacations you can take. Almost every North American cruise liner provides cruises to Mexico and those that don’t are quickly adding this popular destination. Take your next vacation by cruise to Mexico and have an amazing time!


  • Mexico Travel

    Taking a trip to Mexico is high on the list of many travelers and eager vacationers. FrugalMonkey’s section on Mexican travel has all pertinent travel information about travel within this amazing country. With a focus on travel among Mexico’s most popular travel locations such as Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and many more, if lounging on a white sands beach is on your list than FrugalMonkey has the perfect information for your vacation. This, along with information on Mexican Holidays, hotels and activities you can easily plan a vacation that you will remember for a life time!


  • Cheap Travel Deals to Mexico AND How To Get Them

    Start 2009 off right with a Mexican vacation. By finding the right air fare you can be beach-side in no time.

    Mexico is a popular travel destination for people all over the world.


    This country, which shares its crystal clear waters and sandy beaches with the equally alluring Caribbean countries, brings in thousands of travelers each year. Mexico is one of the premier travel locations for high-end travelers and is a common destination for people seeking out five star resorts and expensive vacation luxuries. While these types of travel packages are typically out of reach for budget travelers or college backpackers there do exist excellent travel deals that offer elite Mexico travel to the finger tips of even the most budget traveler. If you’re interested in finding out how to enjoy Puerto Vallarta travel at a discount, or marlin sport fishing in Cabo San Lucas, then read on!

    FrugalMonkey is the premier travel resource for travelers who are on a budget.


    As such, we bring you hot travel tips and cheap airfare ideas each week. For you Mexico travelers check out Continental Airlines for airfare deals to Mexico starting at just $99. With the economy in somewhat of a lull and holiday travel mulling to an end, now is the perfect time to search major airlines for deals such as these. Additionally, by booking travel on airlines that operate out of your city, or close to it, you will save hundreds by booking on an airline that accesses your city frequently. Additionally, if you don’t live close by a travel hub try finding flight deals within the United Sates on Southwest Airlines. Southwest offers excellent travel deals especially around the holidays that can facilitate even the tightest budgets. By taking advantage of travel deals such as these, brought to you by FrugalMonkey you will be beach side on your Mexican vacation in no time.