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The 8 Things Every Budget Traveler Knows

By Jean Chatzky
Original Content  |  August 11, 2009
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Travel Off-Season

In sports, the off-season is a time for athletes to relax. When it comes to vacations, the best time for you to relax is also the off-season. Imagine going anywhere you want for less money and avoiding the crowds.

Peter says he's a big fan of the Caribbean or Colorado in the summer, not the winter. Similarly, he suggests Alaska in the winter, not the summer. When you travel off-season, Peter says you can avoid long lines, crowds and higher prices.

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