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Big Deals Cheap flights American Eagle The regional affiliate of American Airlines recently added nonstop service between The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids and LaGuardia Airport in New York. Sample round trip prices are roughly $539. The air service provider now connects Eastern Iowa to Chicago, Dallas/ Ft. Worth, St. Louis, and New York City, and it offers customers connections to anywhere in the world that American Airlines flies. For reservations, call (800) 433-7300 or visit www.aa.com. L A S T- M I NU T E B A RG A I NS FOR MOBI LE PROF E SSION A L S Low-cost lodging The Independent Hotel Philadelphia Southwest Airlines Expanding its service in Denver, Colorado, the airline now provides nonstop flights to Omaha, Nebraska, and San Francisco, California. Until October 30, 14-day advance purchase tickets are availabe for discounted purchase, starting at just $59 one-way from Denver. Dial (800) 435-9792 or go to www.southwest.com to book your discount. Listed on the National Register for Historic Places, the restored Georgian-Revival style boutique hotel is adjacent to Philly’s Avenue of the Arts. Under its Macy’s Independent Style package—for $159 nightly—guests receive a tote bag, $10 gift card, and 11% off coupon. Call (215) 772-1440 or visit www.theindependent hotel.com for reservations. Deals on wheels Rent-A-Wreck The agency offers locally owned and operated neighborhood alternatives to those presented by major car rental companies. Rent economy cars, luxury sedans, pickup trucks, minivans, box trucks, cargo vans, 15-passenger vans, SUVs, or station wagons. Sample daily prices start around $30. Check out www.rentawreck.com or call (800) 944-7501 to reserve a vehicle near you. Payless Car Rental Under “Specials” on its website, the car rental company offers timesensitive discounts every day. Past examples include “drive 4 days and get your 5th day free” in Las Vegas, “$10 off weekly rentals” in Florida, $5 discounts on daily upgrades, and $30 per day coupons. Visit www.paylesscarrental.com for current deals or dial (800) 729-5377. TownePlace Suites Boasting locations throughout the U.S., the long-term stay hotel chain recently opened locations in Gaithersburg, Maryland; Boca Raton, Florida; and Dulles, Virginia. Each room includes a home office. Sample nightly rates start as low as $89. Go to www.towneplacesuites.com or phone (888) 236-2427 to book your stay. Budget entertainment & getaways Governor’s House in Hyde Park Vermont’s Georgian-style bed and breakfast presents Jane Austen weekends September 5 to 7, December 12 to 14, January 9 to 11, and January 30 to February 1. Book discussions regarding Persuasion or Pride and Prejudice are combined with tea, coffee, brunch, and leisurely activities. Weekend rates are $295 for singles and are discounted for pairs and triples. For details, call (866) 8006888 or visit www.onehundredmain.com. 56 Healthcare Traveler September 2008 Jackson Lake Lodge September is the ideal month to enjoy cottage lodging and breakfast buffets at a 25% discount. Witness the autumn colors and listen to the distinctive sounds of elk migrating through Grand Teton National Park directly in front of your 60-foot windows. Until October 4, enjoy nightly accommodations, breakfast, and an elk excursion for only $179 under the Elk Lover’s Package. Visit www.gtlc.com/lodgejac.aspx or phone (307) 543-3100 to book the deal. Illustrations by W. Kevin Wolff Photo: Getty Images/Jason Reed www.healthcaretraveler.com http://www.theindependenthotel.com http://www.theindependenthotel.com http://www.southwest.com http://www.aa.com http://www.rentawreck.com http://www.paylesscarrental.com http://www.towneplacesuites.com http://www.gtlc.com/lodgejac.aspx http://www.onehundredmain.com http://www.healthcaretraveler.com

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