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Hyatt Key West is offering a special deal to all active and retired military, police, fire and first responder personnel to commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11. The $199 rate includes a room upgrade, based on availability, and daily breakfast for two. Valid for stays in September, with no blackout dates. Rates in September usually start at $378 a night for a deluxe room, and an upgraded room with a partial view starts at $453. Taxes of 12.5 percent and a $20 resort fee per room per night is additional. Info: 800-554-9288, www.keywest.hyatt.com . Request promo code HEROS.

Great Freedom Adventures has discounted four of its bike tours in New England and New York this summer. Travelers save $500 per perso n for up to three people booking together; $600 for four or five on one reservation; and $700 for six or more. For example, rates after the discount start at $1,495 per person for six traveling together on the Best of Vermont tour. The July 31-Aug. 5 tour includes three nights at the Blue Horse Inn in Woodstock, Vt.; two nights at Three Stallion Inn in Randolph, Vt.; bicycle and helmet rental; most meals; van support; two guides; admission fees; and taxes. Info: 877-545-1864, www.greatfreedomadventures.com .

The Villa del Palmar Beach Resort and Spa on the Sea of Cortez in Loreto, Mexico , is celebrating its grand opening with a 30 percent discount on room-only and all-inclusive packages. Room rates now start at $145 per night (a $62 savings); the all-inclusive rate starts at $324 per couple per night (a $139 savings), and includes all meals and drinks, plus a round of golf for two. Stay through Oct. 31. Info: 877-360-7945, www.villadel palmarloreto.com/offers .

Sea

Kids go free on select fall Disney cruises sailing round trip from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera . The deal applies to specific veranda stateroom categories on seven-night sailings aboard the Disney Wonder departing Oct. 30-Dec. 18. Prices vary by sailing and cabin. For example, the Nov. 13 departure now starts at $3,205 for a family of four (including $167 taxes) in a category 5B stateroom, a savings of about $1,150. The ship stops in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, with three days at sea. Info: 888-325-2500, www.disneycruise.com . Request code KFO.

Disney Cruise Cheap Tickets - Five Important Tips On How To Get ...

Disney Cruises is one of those cruise companies which provide premium products, but in comparison with other cruise lines it will charge a premium price as well for its cruises. To be able to minimize the great financial impact on your wallet, you have to have a little knowledge of how to find cheap Disney cruise tickets as well as how to receive any available special cruise deals, credits or even upgrades. Try to learn how to cruise in the off peak seasons, how to put your hands on a great stateroom without spending too much money and how to find out if you might be eligible for any special cruise deals or discounts. 1. Plan your Disney Cruise in Off Seasons

Always keep in mind to travel during off seasons if possible. The price for a Disney cruise ticket will most likely vary depending on the season of traveling. Generally, holidays as well as times when children are usually in the summer vacation will command the premium price of the Disney cruise. Also, Disney cruises ruing the winter season or during hurricane seasons are usually a lot cheaper than the other seasons. If you can be flexible with this aspect, try to plan your Disney cruise during one of these discounted seasons. If you may have kids in school, check out if their teachers will allow them to make a certain project in return for a few free days from school.

2. Special Disney Cruise Deals

Always be aware if any special Disney cruises may become available. For instance, for quite some time Disney Visa has managed to provide an on board credit to any of their cardholders who successfully booked a Disney cruise. This company will often run its very own special deals, like a small cabin credit or receiving a discount of half the price from the usual deposit amount. If you are considering yourself a good cruise vacation planner, you will be able to find such special Disney cruise deals on your own by making a small research over the internet. If not, try to find a professional travel agent who is in direct contact with Disney Cruise Lines. You will be able to find such travel agents with a quite research over the internet or by navigating on various cruise forums or message boards.

3. Using the Services of a Professional Travel Agent

Always take into consideration to use the services of a travel agent who offers a cabin credit. Besides having knowledge about any certain special cruise deals, many of these travel agents will also be able to offer you a cabin credit which is based on the total Disney cruise price. When you will decide to cruise, they will be able to place a credit on your private account which will be available for you to use during your cruise for everything you may wish to purchase on board. The amount provided for such credits may vary quite widely, so spend a little time around when you will purchase your Disney cruise tickets online and try to find any recommendations on Disney cruises to be able to find the best deal.

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