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Spring Airfare Bargains on Lufthansa

Plan your spring vacation now and see Europe in full bloom! With these great fares, you can melt away the long winter in style. Take in the culture, scenery and everything else Europe has to offer with fares starting at $649*.

Book by: Feb 9, 2012
Depart between: Apr 4 – May 17, 2012

New York to Dublin        from   $649*
New York to Krakow       from   $817*
Atlanta  to Budapest       from   $972*
Chicago to Prague           from  $845*
Chicago to Milan             from  $892*
Denver to Geneva            from  $990*
LAX  to Istanbul              from  $827*
LAX to Prague                  from  $992*
Seattle to Paris                 from  $980*
Seattle to Milan               from  $928*

* Round-trip including all taxes and fees. Weekend surcharges up to $60. To get these great bargains, read the fine print below, then contact your travel agent or Lufthansa Airlines

Conditions for this offer

  • Purchase by: 02/09/2012
  • Departure period: 04/02/2012-05/17/2012
  • Return period: 04/15/2012-06/15/2012
  • Advance Purchase Period: 7 days
  • Travel Economy Class; travel on Air Canada, Continental, Lufthansa, or United.
  • Fares are based on round-trip purchase (PUR) and mid-week travel.
  • Saturday night stay is required. Weekend surcharges up to $60 round-trip.
  • Maximum stay is 1 month.
  • Date changes before and after departure: permitted at $250 per change.

Fares are subject to change without notice and are based on the most direct routing to each destination. Additional transfers will increase the fare. Fares include applicable fees, taxes and airport charges, including the September 11th Security Fee of a maximum of $10 per round-trip. Additional baggage fees may apply. Seats are limited and may not be available on all days/flights. Tickets are non-refundable, non-endorsable, non-transferable and other restrictions may apply.

To book these Airfare bargains, call your travel agent or go to Lufthansa Airlines

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Fly to Europe from $470 RT, All-Inclusive

Whoa, you did read that right. Fly to Europe from $470* RT, all-inclusive.
Lufthansa’s Winter airfare sale is on. Here are just a few airfare bargains to whet your appetite. The prices below are round-trip and include all taxes and fees. Certain restrictions apply.

New York to Dublin        from   $470*
New York to Istanbul    from   $672*
Atlanta  to Vienna           from   $850*
Chicago to Barcelona     from  $761*
Chicago to Krakow          from  $722*
Denver to Paris                 from  $880*
LAX  to Istanbul               from  $737*
LAX to Barcelona             from  $770*
Seattle to Zurich               from  $826*
Seattle to Barcelona        from  $775*

* Round-trip including all taxes and fees. Weekend surcharges up to $60. To get these great bargains, read the fine print below, then contact your travel agent or Lufthansa Airlines

Conditions for this offer

  • Purchase by: 02/09/2012
  • Departure period: 01/31/2012-04/01/2012
  • Return period: 01/31/2012-07/01/2012
  • Advance Purchase Period: 14 days
  • Fares are shown in U.S. dollars.
  • Travel Economy Class travel on Air Canada, Continental, Lufthansa or United.
  • Fares are based on round-trip purchase (PUR) and mid-week travel.
  • Saturday night stay is required. Weekend surcharges up to $60 round-trip.
  • Maximum stay is 3 months.
  • Date changes before and after departure: permitted at $250 per change.

*Fares are subject to change without notice and are based on the most direct routing to each destination. Additional transfers will increase the fare. Fares include applicable fees, taxes and airport charges, including the September 11th Security Fee of a maximum of $10 per round-trip. Additional baggage fees may apply. Seats are limited and may not be available on all days/flights. Tickets are non-refundable, non-endorsable, non-transferable and other restrictions may apply.

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Plan Now for a Christmas-Time Cruise in Europe

Begin planning now for your Christmas Time Cruise in Europe. AMA Waterways is offering some fantastic deals for your holiday fun. Visit the beautiful Christmas Markets in Germany, Prague, Budapest and more, then return to your river cruise ship docked right in the heart of the city. These all-inclusive cruises are a great way to celebrate the season, meet people, and to see Europe Up Close!

Christmas Time Cruise Christmas Time Cruise
7-night cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg
Optional 2 nights Prague only $460 p.p.U.S./CAN Departure Dates:
Dec. 15, 17 & 18, 2011
Cruise Embarkation Dates:
Dec 16, 18 & 19, 2011
Starting from
$2,199 per person
For a 7-night cruise


CHRISTAMS PIC Christmas & New Year’s Cruise
7-night cruise from Nuremberg to Amsterdam
Optional 2 nights in Prague only $460 p.p.Spend 2 extra complimentary nights on board on December 20, 2011 cruise on board the AmaLegro.
Spend 1 extra complimentary night on board on December 22, 2011 on board the AmaLyra
U.S./CAN Departure Dates:

Dec 20 & 22, 2011
Cruise Embarkation Dates:
Dec 23 & 25, 2011

Starting from
$2,099 per person
For a 7-night cruise

For more information, or to book; Contact Euro Escapes 800-971-544-0381.

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Let Paris Dazzle You this Winter on a Uniworld River Cruise

The allure of Paris and Northern France during the holidays is like a dazzling holiday package just waiting to be unwrapped.

Visit this magical place at this most festive time of the year and create memories you will never forget: Sample traditional Normandy pancakes and cider while in Les Andelys; In the Medieval town of Rouen, browse through the traditional Christmas Market. You’ll have several days to enjoy Paris, with all her famous landmarks decked out for the holidays. Celebrate the holidays in high style on this memorable trip with the perfect blend of cruising, touring, and free time exploring the grand city of Paris.

Three sailings only: December 13, 20, and 27, 2011

Featured Highlights: Paris city tour | Normandy pancakes and cider | Rouen walking tour, Rouen Cathedral choir recital, and Christmas Market | Palace of Versailles and horse show at the Royal stables | Paris at night, “City of Light” tour

2011 Parisian Winter Holiday Boutique River Cruise Package Includes:

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the alluring River Baroness
  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Captain’s Welcome Gala and Farewell Dinners
  • Holiday Gala Dinner
  • Complimentary fine wines, choice of beer, and soft drinks during dinner onboard
  • Replenished bottled water daily in staterooms; and 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
  • 6 excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
  • An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • Signature Lecture: “France’s Presidents and their Influence on Paris’ Architecture”
  • All transfers on arrival and departure days
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    Special Savings up to $1,800 per couple:

    Cruise and Air Savings: SAVE $1,800 per couple
    with the purchase of a cruise and air package with Uniworld
    -or-
    Cruise-Only Savings: SAVE $600 per couple
    on a cruise-only package with Double Summer Savings
    -or-
    Single Supplement Waived Savings: Solo travelers can cruise at no additional charge
    (a savings of up to $3,494). This offer available on the December 20 and 27 departure dates. Book and deposit at time of reservation to take advantage of this savings offer.

    Call your Travel Agent or Euro Escapes, Inc Now: 800-310-4052

    —Offers expire August 31, 2011

    Compiled by Terri Fogarty for EuropeUpClose.com

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    Great New Airfare Deals to Europe

    Book before August 9th to take advantage of fabulous fares on nonstop flights to all of Delta’s destinations in Europe. Check out the below sample sale fares, which are now available at delta.com.

    Sample One-way Sale Fares (based on RT)
    Atlanta, GA (ATL) to Madrid, Spain, ES (MAD) $489
    Boston, MA (BOS) to London-Heathrow, United Kingdom, GB (LHR) $299
    Miami, FL (MIA) to London-Heathrow, United Kingdom, GB (LHR) $299
    New York-Kennedy, NY (JFK) to Brussels, Belgium, BE (BRU) $369
    New York-Kennedy, NY (JFK) to London-Heathrow, United Kingdom, GB (LHR) $319
    Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) to Paris-DeGaulle, France, (CDG) $399
    Portland, OR (PDX) to Amsterdam, Netherlands, NL (AMS)$479
    Seattle, WA (SEA) to Amsterdam, Netherlands, NL (AMS) $479

    *Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. Fares shown are each-way and based on a round-trip purchase.

    For most destinations, sale fares are valid on Economy Class travel that begins September 1 – October 28, 2011, and is complete by November 29, 2011. Travel must include a Saturday-night stay.

    Call your Travel Agent or Log on to Delta to see all the fantastic fares and book your flight today.

    A portion of travel for some itineraries may be on Delta Air Lines; SkyTeam partners: Air France/KLM and Alitalia; or Delta codeshare partners: KLM Cityhopper, Brit Air dba Air France and City Jet dba Air France.

    Compiled by Terri Fogarty For EuropeUpClose.com

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    Fall Airfare Sale by Lufthansa: Just Two More Days to Save

    Turn dreams into reality and take advantage of Lufthansa’s early bird special. But act fact, these prices end on July 14th. Plan your vacation in advance and save big with great Economy Class fares for fall travel. Purchase your tickets by July 14, 2011 and depart between: Aug 28 – Oct 28, 2011

    Sample One Way Fares

    NYC to Barcelona from 378*
    NYC to Berlin from 370*
    Chicago to Helsinki from 389*
    Chicago to London from 341*
    Chicago to Madrid from 425*
    Denver to Paris from 520*
    Denver to Prague from 440*
    Los Angeles to Hamburg from432*
    Los Angeles to London from375*
    Los Angeles to Madrid from 466*
    Seattle to Barcelona from 378*
    Seattle to Stockholm from 316*
    Seattle to Copenhagen from 326*

    Tax and Fee information:
    *Fares are one-way based on round-trip purchase. Fares do not include applicable taxes, fees and airport charges up to $260, including the September 11th Security Fee of a maximum of $10 per round-trip. Weekend surcharges and additional baggage fees may apply.

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    British Airways Fall Sale

    Fall is the perfect time to experience London and beyond, and with these fabulous fares it’s now even more affordable to book your fall and winter European vacation.

    For a limited time only, many exciting European cities, including London, are on sale for travel from October 10, 2011 through March 26, 2012 (excluding December 15 – 23, 2011). Comparable sale fares also available for travel from September 6, 2011 through October 9, 2011 and December 15-23, 2011.
    These great fares are only available to book until June 30, 2011.

    Sample economy class fares from select US cities to London

    US Gateway London
    NYC (JFK / EWR) $150*
    WAS/PHL/BWI $226*
    PHX $350*
    CHI $260*
    DFW $305*
    MIA $176*
    DEN $286*
    LAS $290*
    LAX/SAN $270*

    * Prices represented are round-trip and do not include taxes, fees, and applicable fuel surcharges. Significant restrictions, including a 7 day advance purchase, apply.  Fares are for travel from October 10, 2011 through December 14, 2011 and December 24, 2011 through March 26, 2012. Comparable sale fares for travel from September 6, 2011 through October 9, 2011 and December 15 -23, 2011 also available.

    Contact Your Travel Agent to book these fares or British Airways

    Written by Terri Fogarty for EuropeUpClose.com

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    Lufthansa Summer Airfare Sale

    Lufthansa is offering Great Economy Class fares to Europe and beyond from $348*
    View the wonders of the world with great fares to Europe and beyond. Enjoy the summer and take advantage of their great low Economy Class fares starting at $348*.

    Many more outbound cities are available; here is just a sample

    From NYC to:

    Berlin        from    514*
    Bilbao        from   417*
    Brussels    from   452*
    Malaga      from   417*
    Rome         from   482*

    From Denver to:
    Bilbao       from    505*
    Brussels    from    566*
    Ibiza          from    520*
    Milan        from    574*
    Paris          from   472*
    Rome        from    495*

    From SFO to:
    Bilbao       from    485*
    Brussels   from     539*
    Geneva     from     549*
    Helsinki   from     412*
    Nice          from     460*
    Paris         from     460*
    Valencia  from     500*

    *Fares are one-way based on round-trip purchase. Fares do not include applicable taxes, fees and airport charges up to $260, including the September 11th Security Fee of a maximum of $10 per round-trip. Weekend surcharges and additional baggage fees may apply.

    Conditions for this offer

    Purchase by: 06/13/2011
    Departure period: 07/01/2011-07/30/2011
    Return period: 07/03/2011-10/30/2011
    Advance Purchase Period: 14 days
    Fares are shown in U.S. dollars.
    Travel Economy Class travel on Air Canada, Continental, Lufthansa or United.
    Fares are one-way based on mid-week travel and round-trip purchase.
    Saturday night stay is required. Weekend surcharges up to $50 round-trip.
    Maximum stay is 3 months.
    Date changes before and after departure: permitted at $250 per change.

    Fares are subject to change without notice and are based on the most direct routing to each destination. Additional transfers will increase the fare. Fares do not include applicable fees, taxes and airport charges up to $260, including the September 11th Security Fee of a maximum of $10 per round-trip. Additional baggage fees may apply. Seats are limited and may not be available on all days/flights. Tickets are non-refundable, non-endorsable, non-transferable and other restrictions may apply.

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    Check Out the Spring Airfare Sale on Air France

    All fares below are displayed each-way based on a round-trip purchase. These fares are valid for departures April 13 through May 14, 2011.Book by April 13, 2011. Below are a few samples, but there are many more fares available! If you don’t see your city pair in the tables, click here to search for Air France’s lowest fares.

    France Samples
    each-way based on round-trip
    Boston – Nice  $362*
    Miami – Paris  $363*
    New York – Paris $383*
    New York – Marseille  $383*
    Chicago – Paris  $383*
    Houston – Nice  $401*
    Los Angeles – Paris $448*

    Other Cities
    each-way based on round-trip
    New York – Barcelona  $277*
    Boston – Madrid  $298*
    Miami – Madrid  $298*
    New York – Warsaw $309*
    New York – Florence $326*
    New York – Milan $326*
    Washington – Budapest  $332*
    Washington – Warsaw $339*
    Boston – Prague  $339*
    Seattle – Malaga $348*
    Los Angeles – Barcelona $353*
    Houston – Venice $374*
    Houston – Pisa $374*

    *Fares are displayed each-way based on round-trip purchase. The fares are valid for departures April 13, 2011 through May 14, 2011. Tickets must be purchased before April 13, 2011, 11:59PM EDT.

    For more information or to book, contact your travel agent or Air France

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    British Airways Spring Sale

    Now’s the time to book your vacation to London and beyond. For a limited time only, fly to London and select worldwide destinations and when you book a flight and hotel together, receive 3-nights accommodation at specially selected hotels from an additional $175 or more. Book by March 17th, 2011 for travel through May 22nd, 2011.

    Prices shown are each way based on round-trip travel from your selected departure city. Government taxes and fees of approximately $202 and a $2.50 September 11th Security fee are extra.

    Sample fares

    NY to London, $210 each way
    NY to Paris, $313 each way
    Boston to Edinburgh, $221 each way
    Boston to Budapest, $313each way
    Chicago to London, $276 each way
    Chicago to Amsterdam, $338 each way
    Denver to London, $301 each way
    Denver to Prague, $394 each way
    Seattle to London, $288 each way
    Seattle to Paris,  $362 each way
    LA to London, $288 each way
    LA to Edinburgh, $288 each way

    To book, call your travel agent or contact British Airways

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