Travel Tips to Stretch Last-Minute Summer Travel Dollars

As the travel industry offers more discounts and specials, it’s no surprise that many families continue to look more than ever before for the perfect last-minute travel deals. This summer, Doubletree Hotels and family travel expert Emily Kaufman teamed up to explore creative ways for consumers to take advantage of budget-friendly travel packages, such as complimentary meals for kids and deluxe accommodations for two this summer.


The variety of travel and vacation packages available to choose from this summer presents a wide array to ensure that time spent together is fun for the whole family. Some of the offerings available include exploring a national park or beach, enjoying special discount tickets to concerts, sporting events, museums and even the simple cool down with friends and family by the hotel pool.

To enjoy a fun last-minute summer getaway trip, Kaufman offers her top five tips to maximize summer travel dollars for friends, families and couples below:

Find Family Freebies – Look for places that cater to families. Many hotels offer free items for families like meals or local museums tickets, not to mention, they are often located near family tourist attractions.

Added Value – Hotels, resorts and destinations are doing all that they can to entice consumers to stay with them this summer. Whether it's giving away free rewards points to be used on property or bonus nights, there are a variety of benefits available this summer. City Breaks Hotels & Vacation Deals from Travelocity

Go Surfing – No matter where travelers are headed, there is a local Convention and Visitors Bureau Web site that offers a comprehensive look at a destination and showcases all that is going on. Calendars of special events, discounted admission prices, dining suggestions and more are listed to provide a great resource for finding out what’s happening in the area. Featured Beach Destinations!


Think Off-Season – Discounts abound in places that are "off-season." Resort areas in the summer and warm weather destinations like Phoenix can offer additional savings during non-peak times. Save between $20 and $100 on ALL Hotel Bookings Now!


Become a Tourist in Your Own Town – If staying close to home this summer, families should take advantage of all their town has to offer. Find a hotel with a pool or close to major attractions and turn it into a mini-vacation. Hotel Deals: 50 Cities for $50 & Under!

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