Fall is here
Now that summer’s over, you might consider thinking about your winter travel plans sooner rather than later. Although the media has been gloom-and-dooming about gas prices, airline crisis and economic downturn for months, the truth is there are some fabulous deals out there. -The airlines have cut back their schedules, so booking early is more important than ever. -Resorts are nervous about the economy so they have released great Early Booking incentives with discounted rates and free-night promotions (many require booking by October 15 for 2009 travel). -Cruise rates are lower than last year according to trade publication Travel Weekly . -Continental Airlines’ new service has decreased fares from Ithaca across the board. -Fares to the Caribbean and Mexico are the same as last year. -Fall travel deals are the best I’ve seen in years, so consider a getaway during Fall Break or Thanksgiving. On a personal note, it’s been one year since my association with Linden Travel and it’s been a ve...