Nobody wants to overpay for a Caribbean vacation, but saving money on your trip to the islands means more than getting a good hotel rate and airfare. Budget-conscious travelers also need to be aware of hidden fees and costs, avoid scams, and learn the little tricks that make the difference between a good vacation value and a great one!
How To Find Caribbean Vacation Deals, Sales, Bargains and Specials
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It's hard to put a price on paradise, but nobody wants to spend more than they have to on their Caribbean vacation. Here's my easy guide to how to getting great Caribbean getaway deals, sales, bargains and specials, so you can spend more time on the beach and less worrying about the bill at the end of your trip!
Caribbean Budget Travel Tips and Destinations
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You may have to mortgage the house to afford a trip to Asia or Europe thanks to the weak dollar, and astronomical airfares have made budgeting for vacation a challenge. But the Caribbean remains a great option for budget travel: most islands are close to the U.S., low labor costs keep prices low in many destinations, the region is well-served by pay-one-price cruise lines and all-inclusive hotels, and there are some low-cost lodging options that can put the Caribbean within reach of even the most frugal travelers.
Caribbean Budget Travel Advice: Practical Tips for Saving Money on Vacation
The current economic downturn hasn't stopped people from traveling -- more tourists visited the Caribbean in 2008 than in 2007, for example -- but tighter budgets have made saving money wherever you can while traveling even more important. Here's some budget travel tips from my colleagues at the Society of American Travel Writers, along with my advice on tailoring their advice to a Caribbean vacation...Before You Go: How to Get Cheap Caribbean Airfares
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Most rules for getting the best airfares to the Caribbean are the same as for air travel to other destinations: be flexible in your travel planning, check the web for the best fares, and subscribe to airline e-newsletters to keep up on last-minute deals and fare sales. About.com Air Travel guide Arlene Fleming offers more helpful tips. Bargain-hunters also can increase their odds of getting deals by:
