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National holidays are great not only because of their atmosphere of celebration, get togethers and lots o delicious food, but also because you more often than not get a few days off work. And if you’re having a hard time getting used to a working life after a long and exciting holiday, Labor Day weekend will allow you to relive a tiny portion of your holiday. So in order to help you plan a great relaxing holiday on Labor Day weekend, Travelocity and Frontier Airlines have some flights on sale for you to some of the most exciting cities in the US, for top-notch prices. You can find flights for as cheap as $44 each way, but you’ve got to make up your mind soon, before all the tickets are booked. You can catch a light from several major cities around the US, like Albuquerque, Kansas City, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Orleans and many others (check out this page for more details on destinations and booking), to destinations as varied and sundry as Omaha, Pittsburgh, Rapid City, New Orleans, Milwaukee or San Antonio. Use this opportunity to visit a city you’ve never seen before or to re-visit some of your favourites. Keep in mind that the price of the ticker does not include all the taxes, but even so, this deal is too good to miss out on!

How about a fun city escape to spice up your weekend? There’s nothing more exciting than jumping on the plane and going someplace you’ve never been before, at least for a few days. If you have always wanted to fly across the states and visit some big city, or if you simply feel like catching up with friends and family who live in another state, here’s your chance to book a plane ticket for never before seen fares. Virgin America is cutting nationwide fares this autumn, so don’t miss your chance to book a ticket to your chosen destination. There’s a list of destinations for prices as low as $49 one way, plus airport taxes. So how about a trip to Seattle, The Big Apple, sunny Los Angeles, flamboyant Las Vegas, San Diego? These destinations are available from Washington, New York, Orlando, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Fort Lauderdale and even Toronto.  In addition to these destinations, Virgin America is planning to introduce trips from Dallas to San Francisco/ Los Angeles, so look out for the special introductory fares! Lowest fares valid for travel Mondays through Thursdays, and Saturdays, and you can travel between December 1, 2010 and January 15, 2011. Also, don’t forget to book your ticket before August 23, 2010.

Summer is nearly over and the weather is cooling off and days are shorter, but that’s no reason to feel blue, because air fares to Europe are dropping faster than the temperature. You can catch the last rays of sunshine on continental Europe, in one of the locations features in this great deal from Iberian Airlines. Now you have the chance to visit your favourite European cities for a paltry $560. Just for this autumn, Iberia has some great deals for those who have yet to take some time off. And what better way to relax than sipping a glass of cool wine in a sunlit plaza in a Spanish town, or to savour the taste of French cuisine on the Cote d’Azur? The list of destinations you can choose from is nothing if not comprehensive: Asturias, Barcelona, Malaga, Milan, Paris, Rome, Athens and many other cities on mainland Europe, plus a few other destinations such as Casablanca and Istanbul. The price of a roundtrip starts from $560 and varies depending on the departure and the destination. Choose your starting point (Boston, New York, Chicago, Miami or Washington) and pick your favourite European city where you’ll spend the vacation of your dreams.

Los Angeles is one of the greatest cities in the United States, so if you are a resident of the city of angels you are lucky to be able to enjoy the perpetual sunshine, hot weather and of course, celebrities. But even paradise gets boring after a while, and you probably feel the need to see how’s life in other places of your beautiful home state. Sure, some may say that there is not much difference between the two cities, but any self-respecting Los Angeles born and bred person would claim otherwise. Why not exchange the sunshine for some chilly fog, for a weekend? Or walk the streets lined with Victorian architecture? If summer is scorching hot in LA, you can cool off a bit in SanFrancisco.

So if you’ve decided on a weekend getaway to San Francisco, here’s a great offer from Travelocity. You can book a flight to San Francisco for the month of August, and the roundtrip will cost you only $183. These amazing prices are available for the August 27-August 29 weekend, but it’s always good to plan ahead. You will be flying with Alaska Airlines from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International Airport. If you want a package deal instead of simply a flight, you can choose one of the hotels proposed by Travelocity, catering for all budgets and tastes.

Seoul at night

Since it’s the end of July already, it’s time to start planning for your autumn getaway, and luckily there are countless great deals to choose from. If you want an unusual holiday, why not go to an interesting place in Asia? South Korea is the perfect balance between western and eastern cultures, and since it’s a smaller country than other Asian giants (think China or India – you’d need practically month to properly visit them), you can easily make a tour of the country in a week or two. Or maybe you can settle in South-Korea lively capital, Seoul, or use it as a gateway to other destinations.

If Seoul sounds good, then here’s a great deal that will save you a lot of money. Korean Air has lots of flights on sale for this autumn, and you can get a roundtrip ticket from the States to South Korea for fees starting at $762. You can choose your departure point from among several US cities, such as Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle. If you book your ticket by July 31, you can travel strating from August 21 through November 31, just in time for some of South Korea’s most interesting festivals and events (Andong Mask Dance Festival, Gongju Cultural Festival, etc.).

So you have a few more day to book your flight for free, don’t miss the opportunity!

New Zealand is just one of those places that you absolutely must visit at least once in a lifetime. Fly to Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand and visit the awsome sights in the area, or travel to other major destinations such as Christchurch or Queenstown. The more you see the better! You can hike, visit sights, relax and take nature walks, New Zealand has something to offer to everyone. Booking a trip to New Zealand in August might seem impossible on such a short notice, but fortunately there are some great last minute deals that can help you save quite a few bucks on the flight.

With Air New Zealand’s amazing deals, you can spend your summer holiday in New Zealand for incredible prices. Until July 29, you can book a roundtrip from San Francisco, or Los Angeles to Auckland, with fares starting from $798. You can pick any travel date between August 3 and 11.  For only $100, you can upgrade your trip to travel on to Christchurch, Welligton or Queensland, with a free stop at Auckland. If you are traveling from Los Angeles, you also have the option to take a break on an exotic Pacific island such as Samoa or Tonga for no additional charge.

No matter how many people tell you that summer is not the best time to visit Paris, I say that any time is a great time to visit this amazing city. Especially if you can get 70% off your ticket, like this summer with the luxury OpenSkies business airline. Travelzoo reports that if you book your flight until July 24, you can get a roundtrip to Paris from Washington D.C. for only $1412 (and that’s for business class!), $1400 less than what other companies offer. You can travel through September 1 if you book your ticket now, and if you find a cheaper flight for the same route, OpenSkies will refund the difference and give you a $100 voucher.

Not only will you have a great holiday is the most romantic city in the world, but your trip will be a real pleasure. Imagine sitting in a comfy seat, enjoying gourmet French cuisine and a selection of delicious wines, plus a personal entertainment system with more than 50 hours of on-demand programming.And that’s before you even get to Paris. Enjoy a Parisian summer replete with museums, cafes, summer fairs and festivals with this amazing deal.

This summer, LAN Airlines offers some great flight deals. If you ever dreamed of visiting the Ecuador, here’s your chance to do so for $499. And if this is not enough to catch your eye, here’s what else you get with this offer: a free roundtrip to Galapagos. If you book a ticket to Ecuador from Miami or New York before July 21, you will receive a complimentary roundtrip from Guayaquil, Ecuador to the Galapagos Islands. LAN will begin a brand new flight service to Galapagos beginning with September 16, so here’s your chance to visit two of the most beautiful place on earth in one go. What better way to spend your summer holiday than lounging in the sun, on a beautiful sandy beach, with a delicious tropical cocktail in your hand? Spice this up with a bit of mountain climbing, rafting or backpacking, and you get the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure.  Get your fill of colonial charm and sandy beaches in mainland Ecuador, then jump on the plane to visit the Galapagos Islands, famous for their natural beauty and unique wildlife.

Looking forward to celebrate the 4th of July? If you have already packed your bags and have everything planned to the smallest detail, then all I can do is whish you a great time. However, if you like living on the edge and taking decisions on the spot, than Frontier Airlines’ 4th of July clearance is here to make your day (or rather holiday?).

On frontierairlines.com you can find a list of all the destinations that are part of this special offer, including Denver, Tucson, Kansas City or Des Moines.  Actually, the offer consists of 27 selected routes, and some one-way fares ranging between $49 and $269. Some of the most convenient routes are Colorado Springs to Denver and Denver to Albuquerque, whose initial prices start at only $49 ($ 57 respectively). However, keep in mind that Thursday the 1st is the last day when can you benefit from these amazing rates, and that all travel must be done till July 6.

This summer, Continental Airlines is inviting you to (re)discover the magic of New York. Whether you are attracted by the Big Apple’s unique skyline, cosmopolitan atmosphere or glamorous stores, it worths taking into consideration these very special fares. Booking your trip through continental.com can result in a very convenient travel cost: only $188 for a round trip flight from Fort Meyers, Florida to NYC. All the deals listed on the site are valid for a two way trip and include locations like San Francisco, New Orleans, Orlando and Minneapolis.
As far as prices go, $188 would be the bare minimum, but most of the fares are somewhere between $200 and $300, which still makes the offer one of the best on the web. Thus, a round-trip flight from Charlotte to NY starts at only $264, while a trip between Miami and New York is somewhere around $242. On the site’s Low Fares to New York City page you’ll be able to see the whole list of participating locations, together with the offers terms and conditions.