FORT WASHINGTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Price sensitive American travelers looking to take a European vacation may want to consider traveling in the off-season. According to Gate 1 Travel, a leader in independent and escorted vacations, consumers traveling between November and March can save up to 40% on their vacations. Here are some additional reasons why a winter trip abroad provides a budget friendly vacation option.
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Fewer Crowds: Don’t feel like waiting in long lines to visit famous museums, monuments and restaurants? Crowds are significantly decreased in the fall and winter, as compared to summer. Fewer crowds equal more time to enjoy sites at a leisurely pace. |
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Lower fuel costs and cheaper winter airfare: Summer is traditionally the time when fuel prices begin to spike, which means more fuel surcharges and increased airfare costs. By booking a trip in the off-season, vacationers can save hundreds on the cost of plane tickets. |
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Five star hotels at three star prices: “Off-season vacationing in Europe means there are plenty of options for hotel rooms,” said Marty Seslow, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Gate 1 Travel. “Hotels are willing to offer steep discounts to fill rooms, allowing consumers to stay in hotels that originally might have been out of their price range.” |
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A low-cost Thanksgiving Day alternative: Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year, which means prices for transportation and accommodations go up. Since Thanksgiving is not celebrated in Europe, prices stay at their low, off-season price, making it a great alternative to vacationing in America. |
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Enjoy Christmas shopping in European markets: Christmas markets are a tradition in more than a dozen cities throughout Europe. With smaller crowds, travelers can explore handmade crafts, unique foods, live nativity scenes and special celebrations in a peaceful holiday atmosphere. |
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Gate 1 Travel was founded in 1981 to deliver More of the World for Less — offering fully escorted land tours; sea cruises; independent rail packages; river cruises; independent fly and drive vacations; and customized international vacation packages. Discount travel packages and tour packages are offered throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and North and South America. For information and reservations call: 1-800-682-3333 or 215-572-7676; fax: 215-886-2228; e-mail: info@Gate1travel.com; or visit the Website: http://www.Gate1travel.com