REAL DEALS
Curaçao, 7 Nights and Credits, $435
Thanks to the Curaçao Tourism Corporation's latest promotion, it's no sweat to get to this vibrant Dutch Caribbean island just off the coast of Venezuela—and outside the hurricane belt.
TRIP COACH
"We Love the Outdoors and Just Have to See Alaska"
Building a budget-minded itinerary in the nation's largest state is a challenge. Now try it with three 12-year-old boys
|
April 2005 issue
"It's probably gonna cost me, but I've gotta get the boys up in a plane for the scenery," says Ken. K2 Aviation, in Talkeetna, gives a reason to splurge: The operation's Denali Grand Tour route loops all the way around Mount McKinley and includes a glacier landing. The cost is $265 a person, but worth every penny.
Back in Talkeetna, the family can feast on moose or caribou burgers at the West Rib Pub & Grill. In summer, the sun doesn't go down until after 10 p.m., so there'll be plenty of daylight left for more adventures. Have an awesome time!
|
|
How was your trip?
Last fall we coached six members of the Red Hat Society on a trip to London for shopping, sightseeing, and pub hopping. Here they are with the faux Fab Four at Madame Tussauds. "We came back with fantastic memories," says Lucille McCaie, one of the ladies from Fitchburg, Mass. "Your tips were helpful. There was just too much to do--we ran out of time."
Alaska
Transportation
Lodging
Food
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
|
|
SUBSCRIBE to BUDGET TRAVEL
The world's most useful travel magazine costs just $12 for 10 issues--or $20 for 20 issues!
|
|
MOST POPULAR
Hang on to summer by retreating to an easygoing, affordable lake town, where you can embrace simple pleasures—fishing, huckleberry picking, go-karting, and old-fashioned sweets. We've picked seven to jog your memory; chances are, there's a similar one near you. More…
|
