If you can’t take yet another summer vacation at the beach with your in-laws or you simply want to escape to a place that is a tad bit (or a lot) more thrilling than your family’s traditional trek to Yogi Bear’s campsite, then consider the following end of the summer travel deals that will have you jetting off to sensational international destinations without breaking the bank:
IRELAND
You can create your own fairytale by taking advantage of Aer Lingus’ five-night end of the summer vacation package that flies you to Shannon in the beautiful southwestern region of Ireland. The area is picture perfect with iconic rolling green hills and dramatic cliffs.
The deal also includes one night in the four-star Strand Hotel in Limerick along the banks of the Shannon River and three nights in smaller, yet clean, Irish B&Bs. The other night is special in that you will be spending it in the Ireland’s ultra-luxe Ashford Castle. The property dates back to the 13th century, and is considered one of the oldest castles in the British Isles. While at the upscale hotel you can enjoy on-site activities, such as golf, horseback riding, fishing and even falconry. Travel between the hotels and other sites is done with your included rental car with unlimited mileage.
The package deal sells for $749 per person. Given that one night at the Ashford Castle is $200 alone, you are getting quite a steal with the air/car/hotel package. What’s more, full breakfast is included everywhere except The Strand.
INDIA
SmarTours.com is offering an unbelievable late summer deal from New York to India. For just $999 per person you will receive round-trip airfare on Air India to Delhi, one night at the luxurious Park New Delhi, two nights at the Gateway Hotel or Hotel Marina in Agra; two nights at the Four Points by Sheraton in Jaipur. In addition, the price includes:
*Daily breakfast daily
*A farewell dinner
*All transfers
*Ground transportation by air-conditioned bus
*Services of a tour director and an English-speaking local guide
*Entrance fees to all tourist sites
*Hotel and airport taxes
The catch: You must travel on August 30, 31 or Sept. 6–8, 13–16, 20, 21, 23, 2010.
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