Travel Alert

Vacationing in December can be expensive. If you hold off on your travel plans for a few weeks, you will be sure to get great deals. Here are some of the vacation deals you can snag in January.

Keystone Ski Resort in Keystone, CO an affordable option for those who can be flexible with their dates. A room in January can be one-third of the price you would pay in December. Keystone also boasts affordable prices for families. With a special program for kids called Kidtopia, your kids can be fully entertained with activities like ski school, cookie decorating, and even a parade with fireworks!

New Orleans has ideal weather in January, with temperatures in the 60s. Hotel prices are down 20% in between New Year’s and Mardi Gras. It is a great time to do a lot of walking and to experience the culture of different neighborhoods such as the French Quarter and the Garden District.

The cheapest time to take a cruise is the first two weeks of January. The price is $184 a person for a four day cruise from Miami to Cozumel while the same trip on December 26 costs $434 a person. You can use the money you save for something extra. Some cruises offer an option for you to depart the ship and stay in a hotel for a night or more. An added bonus to traveling during this time is the decrease in the crowds.