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  • Book the trip of a lifetime and travel to South Africa for the World Cup

    If you needed more conventional reasons to travel to South Africa you might think about it’s gorgeous cities, beautiful coastlines, romantic plains and South Africa’s famous wine country; all good reasons to go on a vacation to South Africa.


    Animal lovers and adventure seekers are common visitors to South Africa because of the variety in what it offers to travelers. Baboons are famous in South Africa as is the Great White Shark, which brings in thousands of adventure extremists to boat off the South African coast or go shark diving in infested waters. Wildlife game reserves provide visitors with the chance to see black rhinos, giraffe, zebra and wildebeest on one of the many tours in William Pretorius Game Reserve, a favorite amongst visiting tourists. For a more luxurious vacation South Africa hardly disappoints, as wine lovers roam the vineyards on sunny afternoons taking in the fine varieties that make up South Africa’s booming wine industry. These are just a few of the things awaiting you on a South African vacation of normal sorts and, right now travelers are enjoying new routes from the United States and Europe at low costs when you travel South African Airways.

    There is however, something buzzing underneath the normal excitement felt by vacationers on a trip to South Africa. The 2010 World Cup will be taking place in June as nearly one million travelers visit Johannesburg. The city is pulsing with preparations and anxiousness in the responsibility of housing certainly, the world’s biggest sporting event of the year. Next year, potentially 36 teams will represent the world’s most popular sport in the biggest World Cup yet. For soccer fanatics, sport lovers and travel extremists, the fusion of South African travel and the love of soccer is a combination that is hard to beat.

    Johannesburg hotels and accommodations are already filling up in preparation for the world event.


    If you’re thinking of attending, you will need to book your tickets (both flights and hotels) as far in advance as possible. Additionally, coming to see the World Cup is an excellent chance to enjoy South African travel. So as Johannesburg prepares for the influx of tourists, the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism in cooperation with FIFA and Match Hospitality group are putting together vacation packages that include World Cup tickets and South African travel highlights. With packages suitable for all types of budgets, planning to attend the 2010 World Cup and travel South Africa has never been more facilitating. That is why in addition to hotels, lodges and other more traditional means of accommodations, guest houses, large dorm-style sleeping and other arrangements will be available for last minute travelers or those with a smaller travel budget.

    Travel fanatics and sports lovers alike will be taking over South Africa come mid-May and June as the 2010 World Cup goes underway. Think about the amazing memories awaiting you as you enjoy South African travel and and a world wide sporting event. Cheer your home country along, or jump on board with the millions of South Africans who are proud and excited to host not only the World Cup, but the thousands of travelers coming to visit their country.

  • Flights Cheaper Than Ever

    If there is one thing everyone is buzzing about in the travel community, it’s that the economy is still bad and as a result, travel is as cheap as ever. It is perhaps the best silver lining the struggling economy could provide the masses. Easy to book cheap flights all over the world! Flight prices to Europe have dropped significantly, flights to Hawaii are the lowest they have been in years and even hotel prices and vacation packages are at an all time low. If you can take time off work this summer or winter, to book a family vacation – now is the time. There is no telling how long these low fares and cheap flight prices will last so book now! Travel auction sites like Travelocity, Orbitz, Flightsbuzz, Travelzoo, Kayak, and many more are providing the masses with cheap and affordable travel. Check it out!


  • Your Summer Resort Job is Right Around the Corner!

    With summer right around the corner now is the perfect time to solidify your summer work plans. In fact, perhaps you should consider working in one of the best summer job scenarios of your life and procure a resort job during your break from school or for seasonal employment.


    Although when most people think about resort jobs they think about white sand beaches and tropical environments, there is a huge surge in tourism during the summer months for lodges, hotels, mountains, lakes and yes, beaches too! All sorts of resorts need staff to deal with the influx of tourists during the summer months.

    Working a resort job is a great way to make money while enjoying the great outdoors and a little bit of travel. Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of that lake resort a few hours from your house, or to take off completely and apply for a job at a resort far from home. There are a wealth of jobs that need staffing every summer. This includes wait and bartending staff, cleaning staff, lifeguards, customer service representatives, kitchen staff, class and excursion leaders and so much more! If it doesn’t excite you enough to work in your home state or somewhere near your University, consider the many mountain lodges around the country that house large numbers due to summer tourism. National Parks in Alaska, Colorado, Wyoming, Arizona, Montana and more are a great place to look for outdoors jobs during the summer.

    Don’t forget to apply early though! Resort jobs are popular because of their typically serene locations, fun atmospheres and because of the exciting travel opportunities involved as well. Now is the perfect time to get your foot in the door. Think about where you’d like to be working over the summer, and start sending our your applications now! For more information on resort jobs check out FrugalMonkey and for a look at more outdoors jobs, JobMonkey is the place for you.

    Get excited about your summer and work the resort life!

  • Queensland Island, The Great Barrier Reef and the Best Job in The World

    Check out what’s going on in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef!

    It’s no surprise that island beaches, sunny skies and crystal clear waters are almost everyone’s idea of paradise. And Australia is the perfect place to find that – especially if you travel near the Gold Coast in Queensland. The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest living organism housing hundreds of species of marine life in an underwater universe. Travelers to Australia commonly dive in the islands in and around the Great Barrier Reef to see all the amazing fish and colorful coral filled waters. It is an incredible tourist draw for travelers.

    But the Gold Coast Great Barrier Reef has been in the news a lot lately as home to the Best Job in The World.  Right now island officials are searching for someone to live on one of the islands as an official caretaker. This means feeding fish, taking note of the wildlife, cleaning and generally observing so that the island is as pristine as possible. Living in this dream come will only happen for one lucky individual. Check out Islandreefjob.com to learn more about all the press the Great Barrier Reef is receiving.


  • Flights to South Africa

    South African Airways is opening new flights and destinations to and from South Africa. Even as early as May 1st you can find great flight deals to one of the world’s most enchanting and exciting countries. Flight deals from New York and Washington D.C. to Johannesburg, one of South Africa’s popular vacation destinations, can be purchased for as low as $1,100 round trip. These deals are excellent considering that in years previous the low number of flights to South Africa and last year’s higher airfares were some of the most expensive from the United States. This means your South Africa trip might be cheaper than it’ll ever be. Book now and visit the Rainbow Nation this summer!


  • Destination: Greece

    Even though traveling to Greece was traditionally thought of as a very expensive vacation, with travel deals at an all time low you can have the perfect Grecian vacation at a fraction of previous prices.


    Check out some of these travel deals that will send you into one of the most gorgeous and exotic travel locations on the planet!

    In addition to cheap travel deals, booking flights and trips during times that are considered low season is a great way to save money. You can save hundreds of dollars on a vacation by simply booking that vacation during the low season. Check out this year’s low season cut-rate prices that allow you and your loved ones to travel to Greece.

    Take a cruise in and around Greece and sail the Black Sea while also visiting Turkey for only $645 when you book with Cruise.com. Outside suites are significantly higher in price than these indoor cabins, but who stays inside during a Grecian cruise anyway? Book this deal now for the 7-day cruise launching on May 2nd.

    Go Greek Island hopping for only $1,149 this May, September and October! From Athens to Mykonos and Santorini, a Greek island vacation is heaven on earth. You only have until April 30th to book with gotravel.com, so hurry! The picturesque islands of Greece are world famous and are ripe for the taking with these amazing travel deals.

    If you normally call the Eastern coast of the United States home, then travel from New York and Boston to Europe for as low as $168 each way. This includes stops through Greece when you book with CheapOair.com. Hotels are up to you, but with prices this low, it’s hardly a concern.

    Instead of bouncing around through the islands or taking a cruise through the Black Sea, perhaps you just want to sit back and relax in Athens, Greece’s keynote city. For $789 you can enjoy a 6-night stay in Athens hotel and airfare included. Book with gotravel.com now.

    Take advantage of these great Grecian deals and book the vacation of a lifetime!

  • Work Abroad This Summer

    Students, if you’ve ever wanted to travel but haven’t had the time because of school consider working abroad on your summer vacation. Working abroad has a large number of advantages for students. First, the experience of traveling to a foreign country is a huge advantage in terms of world experiences. Employers like to see diversity and language skills. You can earn both on a summer while you’re working abroad. Second, because travel can be expensive, working while you’re traveling abroad affords you the comforts of a bank account that won’t deplete as quickly. Working abroad also gives you direct work experience you might not have yet earned in college. Right now, travel deals are the best they’ve been in recent years so traveling on your summer off from school is as affordable as it is ever going to be! Enjoy your summer while working!


  • Alaska Travel Discounts at Denali National Park

    Alaska in the summertime offers some of the best vacationing in North America. Gorgeous summer nights, fishing, wildlife viewing, outdoors adventures, excitement and also, luxury. But you don’t have the break the bank to enjoy travel or accommodations in the Last Frontier. Right now you can stay in Denali National Park at the Denali Wilderness lodge at excellent summer rates! Book online at the lodge’s website and entertain amazing travel deals. Rates from $99 in May along with one free night specials make this summer getaway impossible to ignore. Denali National Park is one of Alaska’s premier tourist destinations. Home to Mt. McKinley the tallest North American peak and incredible wildlife, the Denali Wilderness lodge offers all the best in outdoor adventure and hotel luxury.


  • Travel Discounts to Argentina

    If you’ve ever thought about embarking on an exciting South American adventure, then consider a vacation to one of South America’s most inviting and adventurous countries – Argentina! Argentina has become a favorite among travelers for several reasons. The first is the wide variety of activities that can be found there. Because of the vast geological expanse of Argentina you can experience any range of outdoors activities. Send yourself on a gorgeous backpacking trip during a Patagonian adventure, or sunbathe in the jungles of Iguazu.


    If you’re more of a city dweller, enjoy the metropolitan nightlife of the Paris of the South when you travel to Buenos Aires. Regardless of your interests and vacation styles, Argentina has something for everyone.

    The second biggest reason Argentina has become some popular among world travelers is the favorable exchange rate. Due to an economic crisis in 2002, Argentina’s peso is now at 3.7 to the dollar. This means that European, Australian and North American travelers can enjoy all the comforts of a luxury vacation while spending very little. When you add this favorable aspect to a vacation in Argentina, in addition to the world famous steak and Malbec that everyone is talking about, Argentina becomes hard to beat.

    So what can you expect on your Argentine vacation? Well, right now is an excellent time to travel to Argentina because the high season has just turned. This means that hotel rates, vacation tours and adventure packages are lower than they are during the rest of the year. However, the weather is still nice in Argentina making right now an amazing time to visit this South American wonderland. You can enjoy the sunny weather of the high season, with low season prices! Additionally, flight prices are at an all time low worldwide meaning that you can have the adventure of a lifetime at a fraction of the normal price it would cost you to travel.

    Here are just a few of the incredible places you can visit during your vacation to Argentina.

    Mendoza is well known for its wine regions and gorgeous landscapes. When you visit you can experience a luxurious wine tour or visit the many wineries yourself on a bike tour of the vineyards. The Malbec of Mendoza has become world famous. Drink it from the source when you go wine tasting in Mendoza. Or, if you want to play in the surf and sun, take a weekend trip outside of Buenos Aires and head to Mar del Plata. What literally means The Ocean of Silver, Mar del Plata is a quaint little beach town with big city amenities. A casino, nearby water park, miles of ocean front swimming and a sea of excellent restaurants make this a tough place to pass up.


    If you decide to visit Argentina in the winter however, you’ll be happy to know that Argentina is home to two of the largest and best ski resorts in South America. Both Las Lenas and Bariloche are world famous for the numerous ski routes available to travelers and the gorgeous cities that surround them. A trip to Argentina isn’t complete without a trip to see one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders, the falls at Iguazu. Or, you can head south for a backpacking adventure at the end of the world, when you travel to Patagonia. With so much to see and do while you’re in Argentina it’s almost impossible to see it all.

    Make your travel plans now and visit an affordable and amazing South American country!

  • Hotel Discounts and More

    Sometimes, the best way to find discounts on hotels is to simply do a little research. For example, if you’re trying to find hotels on Maui you probably want the best value for your money. After all, money saved on hotels is money in your pocket for dinners and outdoors adventures. Well, if you can find a rate on any hotel website that is lower than the best rate listed on Radisson’s website they will honor the lower price and knock an additional 25% off. That means staying in Hawaii’s Radisson at an excellent discount instead of paying more at another Island hotel. The Radisson is a popular hotel chain, with locations all over the world. By simply doing some homework, you can procure excellent hotel prices and save money wherever you travel!