Metafares' Deal Hunting Blog

Costa Rica is said to have this Spring-like, year-round warm weather, so you can enjoy its picture-perfect, green scenery dotted by colorful, unique orchids and catch some rays even though it’s an off-peak travel season. Best part, this time around you won’t have to spend a fortune for a vacation here since travel agencies have a wide offer of travel deals.

For example, you can have fun in the Costa Rica sun at an affordable price by picking up the vacation package put forward by Orbitz and featuring a seven-night accomodation and round-trip airfare to San Jose including all the additional taxes for a price starting at $419 for those of you departing from New York. In fact, there are two other departing cities participating at this deal, but they come with a different price.Therefore, while you fly from Chicago the fare is $456 while you will have to pay a slighly higher price of $535 when you take the plane from Los Angeles airport. These sample prices are per person and available on double occupancy. For further details or for making an online reservation, go directly to Orbitz Deal’s Page.

Now that the late-summer travel frenzy is over, you can start setting up an easy escape on the cheap even though the destination you have been dreaming of is a big, star-studded city or an exclusive resort because the travel agencies have recently resorted to rock-bottom prices and attractive offers. It might come as a surprise, but the city that is right up there on the sale’s list is the Entertainment Capital of the World, Los Angeles.

On the one hand, Expedia came up with this vacation package deal that features a 4-night accommodation at the Burbank Extended Stay Apartments located very close to the Universal Studios and an airfare from SeaTac with an incredible price starting at $318. After you spend the day out in the city gazing at the incredible architecture, shopping or sampling the best restaurants, you can relax in the outdoor pool the hotel has. On the other hand, Expedia has put forward an additional offer for the same hotel that refers to a 3^rd night that you can spend here free if you have already stayed two nights with the rate per night starting at $83. Both deals are valid from September, 8 through November, 20, 2009. For further details, go directly to Expedia’s Vacation Packages Page.

If this fall your window of opportunity for amusement and relaxation is a weekend rather than a week, you should consider exploring a big city close to your home and spend your free time sampling fine restaurants, shopping in glitzy boutiques and touring the most important landmarks. Plus, in this period you can shave some big bucks off your vacation package bill because travel agencies have pumped up multiple deals.

For example, Expedia has recently come up with a San Diego vacation package featuring a 3-night accommodation and airfare from Chicago at a profitable price starting at $417. The hotel, called The Dana is adjacent to San Diego’s Mission Bay and provides their guests with transportation to the nearby Sea World. However, if you don’t feel like leaving this cozy accommodation, you can spend the day out at the pool or at one of the spa tubs when the weather is unfavorable. When you’re energic, rent a bike and go for a ride with your better half on the 27-mile biking path. This deal applies from October, 29 through November, 1. For further information, go directly to Expedia’s Vacation Packages Page.

With summer highs coming down, it is the perfect time for a big city-visit, especially if you decided to take a few days off from work or if you’re simply in for some adventure the following weekend because the hotspots are less crowded and the weather is chillier. And what better city to discover than San Francisco praised for its Victorian architecture, overwhelming views and electric nightlife?

Now, if you find this idea tempting enough, check out this 3-night vacation package newly posted by Expedia. More precisely, it includes a 3-night stay at the Hilton hotel near the Union Square in San Francisco and airfare from Los Angeles with an incredible starting price of $410.  Aside from being very comfortable and strategically located, this hotel provides you with several amenities like the luxury Nourish by Spa Chakra and an outdoor pool. Plus, after visiting the city’s most popular landmarks, you could go for an afternoon cruise to witness a spectacular city view and to treat yourself with a rich meal. This deal is valid from September, 17 through September, 20. For further reference, go directly to Expedia’s Vacation Packages Page.

A museum square, medieval-shaped streets dotted by glitzy shops, the Church of Saint Nicholas, Dutch style bridges that span over the multiple canals in the city, a beach and a bustling nightlife…what’s not to love about Amsterdam? So whether you’re after a cultural and historical tour, having lots of fun or simply strolling down and rejoicing the atmosphere of an old European city, Amsterdam is sure to quench all your needs.  Best part? You can land in the capital of Holland and spend a wonderful, unique vacation without paying a king’s ransom.

Just grab the vacation package put forward by Expedia and you’re sure to have a great time without thinking at your bank account. More precisely, it features 4-night accommodation at the Qbic hotel in the historical district of the capital and a flight from New York to the airport in Amsterdam at an incredible price starting at $931. Very close to the hotel there are some touristy objectives like the Olympic Stadium and the Vondelpark that you can include in your city tour. This deal is available from October, 15 and if you’re interested in booking it, you should go directly to Expedia’s Vacation Packages Page.

It is never too late to start packing for an exotic destination especially this time around when fall sets in and the prices are slowly coming down. As a result, you can enjoy the azure water, the white-powdery sand of a beach as well as milder sun rays by hitting a high-end summer resort and paying an affordable price. You can shake up a margarita and attend a fiesta on the beach of Riviera Maya in Mexico without a sizeable effect on your account by grabbing the vacation package posted by Delta Vacations.

More precisely, this vacation package includes a 4-night all-inclusive accommodation in a Barceló Hotel and airfare with a price starting at $643 for those of you flying from Indianapolis. However, when departing from Detroit you will have to pay a starting price of $669. Unfortunately, the additional taxes and fees are not included in these prices. This offer is valid through March 2009, but you shouldn’t delay when booking it.  If interested in travelling to Riviera Maya, go directly to Delta’s Deals Page use the promo code DV10709 and make an online reservation.

Looking for a great way to spend the Labor Day weekend? Are you willing to admire one of the most spectacular natural wonders and to turn your trip into a leaf-peeping pursuit? If so, here’s our suggestion: a short getaway to the Niagara Falls. Why? Well, you can spend some time in the nature, breathing fresh air and gazing at the overwhelming sights or you can book a tour with the Maid of the Mist ship and admire the surroundings. Plus, aside from being a close-to-home destination, it has become affordable as well.

More exactly, Expedia has put forward this great vacation package deal that you can grab and enjoy a few days away from the city hustle and bustle without paying an exorbitant amount of cash. The package features a 3-night staying at the Imperial Hotels and Suites in Ontario and also airfare with the price starting at $390 for those of you travelling from New York City and landing in Toronto. This deal is valid from September, 5 to September, 8, 2009. Provided you are interested in this offer, go to Expedia Vacation Packages Page and make a reservation. If not, you’ll find plenty of deals for Labor Day.

Whether it’s a few days on a sun-drenched island or a weekend spent in a big town featuring a bustling nightlife or simply a shopping spree, it’s always a pleasure to travel and to organize an end-of-summer getaway…especially since many online travel agencies are pumping up luring offers, promotions and you won’t have to pay a bundle to make your dreams come true.

For example, provided you decided to take a few days off, get Expedia’s new vacation package and fly to Las Vegas for a two-night fun-filled escape. Expedia’s vacation package is a hit-or-miss and refers to airfare, two-night accommodation and additional hotel and airplane taxes as well. Therefore, for those of you travelling from Los Angeles to Las Vegas the price starts at $145 while those of you departing from New York will have to pay $379. The package is worth $303 for the travelers flying from Chicago (Midway). The posted prices refer to one person and if you travel alone, a supplementary tax will apply. All in all, provided this vacation package arouses your interest, go directly to Expedia’s Vacation Packages Page and make a reservation.

Whether it’s the bustling nightlife and the thrill of a poker table that you’re seeking for or the unique shows here, Las Vegas is sure not to leave you disappointed. Therefore, if you have been penciling a fun-filled getaway on the cheap alongside your friends, make Las Vegas your destination. In spite of the fact that this amazing city is reckoned for its salted prices, a vacation here doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. For example, we’ve tracked down a great summer package put forward by Southwest entitled “Friends Fly, Stay, and Play Free” which can help you save a mint of money featuring a starting price of $55 per person and comprising airfare and accommodation.

More precisely, this vacation package refers to a free flight for the person accompanying you to Las Vegas from most of the cities and except for Fridays or Sundays. And things get even better! Provided you spent three or more nights in a hotel like Circus Circus, Palms Casino Resort, The Mirage and many others, you will get one night free. And the promotion doesn’t stop here! You are also given a free ticket for a Hoover Dam and moreover, you can admire Las Vegas on a night tour without paying a cent. The offer is available from August 17 through January 7, 2010 featuring the only condition to buy the tickets at five days in advance. For further information, visit Southwest Vacations’ Page.

If you feel like basking in the sun, enjoying some water sports and the bustling nightlife a summer hotspot like Miami can provide you with, we’ve tracked down an amazing vacation package deal that will help you organize an easy, cost-effective escape brought to you by Travelocity.

More precisely, their promotion refers to a three-night vacation package in Miami including roundtrip airfare and accommodation as well as additional taxes and fees and featuring a starting price of $296. There are three departure cities participating at the promotion and for each one the price is different. Hence, whereas if you fly from Chicago the rate is worth $296, the tourists departing from Los Angeles will have to pay a slightly higher rate of $474. Things get better for the tourists that take the plane from New York to Miami and since the price starts at $247, they are sure to grab a bargain. In conclusion, kick off the summer travel season and take advantage of these sale prices. Provided you believe this deal is worth perusing, visit Travelocity’s Vacation Packages Page.