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Baby, it's cold outside! Looking for a shot of sun, and maybe a refuge from your
401(k) statements? We could all use a vacation—and no, holidays at the in-laws' doesn't count. Cheer up: 'Tis the season for amazing travel steals and deals. Hotels and airlines aren't exactly raking in the bucks right now, either, so many of them are pulling out all the stops, offering some of the best deals we've seen in years. Whether you're looking for just a fun-and-sun weekend getaway in Florida or Hawaii or an extended journey to an exotic cultural destination like Morocco or Malaysia, we've got advice on how to escape those winter doldrums on the cheap. But just like the economic free fall, these deals won't last forever—so start packing.
Note: The packages and deals posted here may be subject to availability, blackout dates, or other restrictions.
Published December 2008.









