Labor Day travel bargains

Looking to squeeze in that last summer vacation? Travelzoo’s Senior Editor Gabe Saglie shares his advice on how to find the best bargains for the Labor Day weekend.

1. Book Early - As the final long weekend escape of the summer season, bookings for the Labor Day weekend are well underway, and last-minute bargains will begin to dwindle.

2. Work Around Blackout Dates – Find out the blackout dates and see if you can still save if you can’t avoid them. The more days you build around blackout dates, the more you’ll save

3. Flying? Pick your dates carefully – If possible, avoid Friday and Monday flights to save the most.

4. Cheaper Trips – Instead of luxury resorts, consider the beach, camping and day trips.

Following are specific travel deals Travelzoo’s Gabe Saglie has selected for our area, and here is a link to those deals: www.travelzoo.com/tv/Providence

Labor Day Getaways:

1) Beach Vacation
South of the Border Getaway
San Jose del Cabo

Roundtrip airfare from PVD to Cabo San Lucas
5 days, 4 nights at the Holiday Inn Los Cabos Resort
· Upscale 4-Star property on the shores of the Sea of Cortez
· Resort features 4 pools (inc. one with a swim-up bar and a kids’ pool and multiple dining options

All-inclusive: all meals, cocktails/drinks, activities and tipping included

Bonus: Kids 12 and under stay and eat FREE
Bonus: 15% off all spa treatments

· $799/pp
Travel Sep.-Nov; over Labor Day weekend, must leave on Sunday

2) Getaways by Car or Rail

Wentworth by the Sea, A Marriott Hotel & Spa
New Castle, NH

Luxurious AAA 4-Diamond resort on the picturesque island of New Castle (near Portsmouth)

Hotel boasts an indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts and a spa, and there's an 18-hole golf course next door.

Guests can grab a bite in the opulent dining room or head to the more casual on-site restaurant and grab a seat on the patio overlooking the marina.

· $299/nt. ($100 off)
o Deal includes FREE parking

Travel through September, inc. most dates of Labor Day weekend

Affinia Manhattan
New York City

Upscale 4-Star resort located amidst prime shopping (and 2 blocks from the famous Macy’s department store)

Guests can take advantage of unique perks, including a six-choice pillow menu

Property is home to hip restaurant/bar, Niles (where guests get 20% off dinner by flashing their room key)

· $199/nt. ($100 off)
o Deal includes accommodations in a newly renovated Deluxe Room

Travel through Labor Day weekend

Sofitel Philadelphia
Philadelphia

Popular 4-Star luxury hotel located in the Rittenhouse neighborhood

Hotel is home to a French brasseries and is near many of the city's best dining and theater options, as well as popular historic sites, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell

Guest rooms feature Bose sound systems, marble bathrooms and nightly turn-down service

· $129/nt. (50% off)
Travel daily through Sep. 9

JW Marriot Washington DC
Washington DC

Upscale AAA 3-Diamond hotel in the heart of DC

Located along Pennsylvania Avenue, hotel is walking distance to the White House, Washington Monument and the National Mall

Hotel features 3 restaurants and an indoor pool

· $189/nt. (60% off)
o Deal includes breakfast daily

Travel Sep. 1-4

3) If Not By Land, Then By Sea

7-Night Bahamas Cruise
From NYC

8 days, 7 nights at sea

Ship: Norwegian Gem
Ports of Call: NYC, Pt. Canaveral, Great Stirrup Cay, Nassau, NYC
Sail Date: Saturday, Sep. 3 (over Labor Day weekend)

· $694/pp inside cabin
Ocean View cabin +$100