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Best Times to Save at Top Destinations Throughout the New Year
By Staff Writer | Published  12/26/2006 | Travel Tips | Unrated
Best Times to Save at Top Destinations Throughout the New Year
CheapTickets.com knows "the less you pay, the better it feels(SM)," also
knows how to help destination seekers pinpoint the best times to go to the
"in" places on a budget.
    CheapTickets now makes it easy for budget-conscious travelers as it
unveils its 2007 Value Travel Forecast Cheapometer. This latest edition
expertly identifies the best times to save at popular destinations in the
New Year.
    "No one has a crystal ball into the future, least of all the future of
hotel and airline availability and travel pricing," said Marita Hudson of
CheapTickets' Cheap Squad(SM). "But as travel follows cyclical patterns, we do have historical data that allows us to map out the monthly pricing
averages for our customers' trip choices so they don't break the bank in
2007."
    In 2006, the most popular domestic and international hot spots for
CheapTickets' customers ranged from exotic island locales to Midwest
favorites. Travelers can now plan their 2007 travel schedules, armed with
CheapTickets comparative forecast -- the Cheapometer.
    --  Travelers who long for a vacation in Italy in 2007, for instance,
        would do well to consider booking a trip in March 2007, to realize
        savings of up to 42% off the annual average.
    --  Plan ahead for an exciting trip to Japan, another overseas destination
        popular in 2006, for which September offers the best savings, at up to
        58% off the annual average.
    --  Closer to home, skiers take note -- trips to Lake Tahoe are up to 60% less in November than the annual average.
    The CheapTickets Cheapometer is a monthly travel pricing guide that
analyzes where vacationers can maximize their travel experience without
maxing out their credit, here in the U.S. and abroad. The 2007 Value Travel Cheapometer takes a year-long look at hotel pricing in hundreds of popular tourist destinations and determines the best month to experience the highest percentage savings in those destinations. The report below
forecasts a sampling of three cities each month where CheapTickets'
customers can travel and save in 2007.
  Volume 4: CheapTickets.com Value Travel Forecast Cheapometer for 2007 (1)

    City                                           Percentage  Cheapest Travel
                                                      Savings        Month
    NEW YORK, NY                         -43%       JANUARY
    SAN FRANCISCO, CA               -31%       JANUARY
    WASHINGTON, DC-MD-VA-WV -28%       JANUARY
    NETHERLANDS                          -50%       FEBRUARY
    IRELAND                                      -35%      FEBRUARY
    DALLAS-FT.WORTH, TX           -17%       FEBRUARY
    ITALY                                           -42%       MARCH
    SPAIN                                           -38%       MARCH
    LOS ANGELES-LONG BEACH, CA  -13%       MARCH
    JAMAICA                                      -49%       APRIL
    ASHEVILLE, NC                           -46%       APRIL
    CHARLOTTE, NC                         -35%       APRIL
    HAWAII                                         -29%       MAY
    PORTLAND-VANCOUVER, OR/WA  -20%       MAY
    ATLANTA, GA                              -19%       MAY
    PARK CITY-DEER VALLEY-THE CANYONS, UT               -69%       JUNE
    PHOENIX-MESA, AZ                                    -43%       JUNE
    ALBUQUERQUE, NM                                     -22%       JUNE
    TUCSON, AZ                                          -49%       JULY
    MEMPHIS, TN-AR-MS                                   -40%       JULY
    EL PASO, TX                                         -35%       JULY
    KILLINGTON, VT                                      -52%       AUGUST
    LAS VEGAS, NV-AZ                                    -31%       AUGUST
    KANSAS CITY, MO-KS                                  -22%       AUGUST
    JAPAN                                               -58%       SEPTEMBER
    NEW ORLEANS, LA                                     -52%       SEPTEMBER
    ORLANDO, FL                                         -24%       SEPTEMBER
    SAINT MARTIN                                        -69%       OCTOBER
    COSTA RICA                                          -58%       OCTOBER
    BRECKENRIDGE-KEYSTONE-COPPER, CO                    -54%       OCTOBER
    DOMINICAN REPUBLIC                                  -62%       NOVEMBER
    LAKE TAHOE, CA-NV                                   -60%       NOVEMBER
    RENO, NV                                            -41%       NOVEMBER
    GREECE                                              -65%       DECEMBER
    NAPA-SONOMA, CA                                     -52%       DECEMBER
    GERMANY                                             -50%       DECEMBER

    (1)  Percentage savings were calculated on November 15, 2006 by taking the
         average price of three-star hotels by travel month in the listed
         markets purchased on CheapTickets.com for travel December 2005
         through November 2006 and comparing the lowest monthly rate with the
         highest monthly rate.
    CheapTickets 2007 Value Spot Forecast: Month-by-Month Favorites for the
New Year
    Based on analysis from its 2007 Value Travel Forecast Cheapometer,
CheapTickets has identified its top picks for cheap destinations in the New
Year. For each month, CheapTickets has chosen a budget-friendly destination
that offers a bevy of attractions and activities, some on the CheapTickets
Activities page, sure to please the conscientious traveler in 2007.
             CheapTickets Forecast for Top 2007 Destinations (2)
    City                                           Percentage  Cheapest Travel
                                                      Savings        Month
    NEW YORK, NY                                        -43%       JANUARY
    NETHERLANDS                                         -50%       FEBRUARY
    ITALY                                               -42%       MARCH
    JAMAICA                                             -49%       APRIL
    HAWAII                                              -29%       MAY
    PARK CITY-DEER VALLEY-THE CANYONS, UT               -69%       JUNE
    TUCSON, AZ                                          -49%       JULY
    LAS VEGAS, NV-AZ                                    -31%       AUGUST
    JAPAN                                               -58%       SEPTEMBER
    COSTA RICA                                          -58%       OCTOBER
    LAKE TAHOE, CA-NV                                   -60%       NOVEMBER
    GREECE                                              -65%       DECEMBER

    (2)  Percentage savings were calculated on November 15, 2006 by taking the
         average price of three-star hotels by travel month in the listed
         markets purchased on CheapTickets.com for travel December 2005
         through November 2006 and comparing the lowest monthly rate with the
         highest monthly rate.
    New York, NY - January in New York? Baby, it's cold outside. But there
are plenty of wallet-friendly indoor activities to be had, like sampling
from one of New York's 18,696 restaurants! Or, get a bird's-eye-view of the
city during a (heated) Helicopter Tour of Lady Liberty.
    Netherlands - As one of the most architecturally beautiful places, take
a stroll through the countryside of Amsterdam. But, if you need to warm up
duck into one of the fifty exquisite and culturally-rich museums.
    Italy - As spring arrives, Italy's March weather is variable, but the
romance remains constant. Savor views of Venetian canals and towering Roman
architecture while the major cities are still light on tourists. It'll be
your very own Italian paradiso.
    Jamaica - A Caribbean setting perfect for the entire family, Jamaica's
all-inclusive resorts make vacation planning a breeze during school break.
Activities are available for all generations including snorkeling, sailing
and all-around island exploring, making for a stress-free holiday that
everyone can enjoy.
    Hawaii - At Kualoa Ranch near Oahu, visitors can get back to nature
during a horseback ride along various trails and breathtaking cliffs. The
spectacular ocean view is a thrilling kick-off to warm-weather in the new
year. Aloha summer!
    Park City, UT - Beyond the grandiose mountains that make Park City a
famed skiing hot spot, the city's social summertime flair gives winter a
run for its money, at a great price. To take advantage of the hip
nightlife, visitors can purchase a weeklong membership to the local clubs
for $4, and best of all, Park City offers a free citywide bus system, the
perfect way to end the night safely.
    Tucson, AZ - Considered one of the top destinations for spa
aficionados, high-season rates at Tucson's premier spa getaways can be
prohibitive to the value-minded wellness-traveler. But in the summer as the
temperature rises, travelers will find that a Southwestern spa getaway
becomes strikingly more affordable, and less crowded.
    Las Vegas, NV - If you've found your hunk of burning love, but dread
the thought of an expensive summer wedding in 2007, keep it simple with the
"Let's Get Hitched" wedding package at the A Story Book Wedding Chapel. To
celebrate, your friends and family can enjoy the endless indoor activities
for which Las Vegas is renowned, including those geared towards kids.
    Japan - Explore Japan on foot during the beautiful autumnal color
changes. Gold and crimson leaves offer a visual delight, and are the ideal
reason to explore fascinating cities like Tokyo without paying hefty
transportation costs.
    Costa Rica - Home to a dynamic eco-system, Costa Rica is a haven for
nature-lovers. Canopy tours of the tropical rainforests transport visitors
over 100 ft. off the jungle floor for an exhilarating panoramic vista, and
the lasting memories are worth every penny
    Lake Tahoe, NV - Tahoe's world-class ski season generally starts in
late November, the perfect time to take advantage of savings up to 60%. Of
course, Mother Nature doesn't always cooperate with skiers plans, but
visitors are guaranteed to find plenty that keeps them busy, on and off the
slopes. A tram ride to the top of one of Tahoe's famed mountains gives
visitors a truly breathtaking view of the blue lake below. And a newly
upgraded downtown features great shopping and dining for travelers on a
budget.
    Greece - While the usually hot beach weather can be temperamental
during the winter season, it's the perfect time to explore Greek cities
rich in cultural traditions, such as Athens. Recently upgraded for the 2004
Olympics, you'll find a welcoming city that, in the midst of modernization,
hasn't lost its sense of history.

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