Travel Deal of the Day (July 8, 2009)

If you are planning a summer trip to a major city, take a few minutes to browse the Convention/Visitor Bureau website of your destination city to view the deals available.

The Deal:
Due to the slumping economy, many Convention/Visitor Bureaus are offering specials for hotels and attractions. You may find excellent deals on these websites applicable for your trip. Be sure to consult these kind of websites before booking any non-refundable hotel or attraction reservations as you may qualify for discounts by linking over from the Convention/Visitor Bureau website or using a promotion code offered at these websites.

The Inside Scoop:
You may be able to find the best deals using other websites, so it pays to shop around - nonetheless, if you have not checked out the relevant Convention/Visitor Bureau website yet, it may be worth your time.