Travelzoo Reveals Best Destinations for Travel Deals in 2013
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Posted on November 21, 2012 at 9:49:02 AM
Travelzoo Reveals Best Destinations for Travel Deals in 2013
NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, announced today the five domestic and international destinations where Americans will be able to get the biggest bang for their travel buck in 2013. Based on industry projections, recent trends and consumer buzz, it is anticipated that these five destinations will yield the strongest collection of "wow" deals. The 2013 Wow Deal Destinations are Alaska, Colombia, Ireland, New Zealand and Niagara Falls.
"These are exciting times for American travelers," said Shirley Tafoya, president for Travelzoo North America. "Thanks to increased carrier routes and revitalized competition among airlines, hotels, cruise lines and tour operators, there are now some serious deals to be found - both here in the U.S. and internationally. This is a trend that we expect to continue through 2013."
In North America, both Alaska and Niagara Falls represent unique saving opportunities for travelers in 2013. In Alaska, deals are being propelled by new itineraries that increase the capacity of major cruise operations. More ships and departure dates equate to better deals for cruisers. Travelzoo's director of cruise content Darlene Carenza says, "We project further savings for travelers when operators bundle tours with land packages, such as hotel accommodation."
Similarly, hotels in Niagara Falls have embraced new online supply channels, and the resulting frenzy to offer the best online deal has meant huge savings for travelers this year. In recent months, Travelzoo has run nearly 20 Getaways for Niagara, and most of these deals have included perks, such as restaurant and spa credits, that have essentially made the room rate free. Travelzoo believes 2013 will be another banner year for hotel discounts at this destination.
On the international front, flights to Ireland, New Zealand and Colombia are all seeing increased competition thanks to new routes from major air carriers like United Air Lines, US Airways and American Airlines (for Ireland), Air New Zealand (for New Zealand), and JetBlue Airways, LAN, Spirit Airlines, Taca, Avianca and American Airlines (for Colombia). In addition, recent tourism rallies in both New Zealand and Ireland have encouraged hotel and tour operators to drum up aggressive deals for visitors.
Driving Forces Behind Selecting the Top Wow Deal Destinations for 2013:
Alaska More cruise ships and
itineraries
------ ---------------------
Expansion of cruisetour
offerings (cruise + land
packages)
------------------------
Why to go now: Scientific predictions show that
2013-2014 will be the best
chance to see increased aurora
activity.
-------------- --------------------------------
Colombia New routes from major air
carriers
-------- --------------------------
New properties from major hotel
chains such as Marriott and
Hilton
--------------------------------
Why to go now: Very cheap once you are there. A
cup of coffee costs less than
$1
-------------- --------------------------------
Ireland Ireland Tourism Board is
actively encouraging hotels and
tour operators to offer
aggressive deals as part of its
2013 marketing plan
------- --------------------------------
Additional routes from major
European airlines
-----------------------------
Lower VAT (from 13.5% to 9%) so
it is now cheaper to enjoy
hotels, restaurants, museums,
etc.
--------------------------------
Why to go now: It is cheaper to fly to Dublin
or Shannon than most other
European destinations
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New Zealand Air New Zealand is increasing
the number of flights from San
Francisco in April 2013 and
Hawaiian Airlines will start
flying Hawaii - New Zealand in
March
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The New Zealand dollar is on a
slow decline ($80 US cents/1
NZ Dollar), which will make
your dollar go further once you
get there.
-------------------------------
Why to go now: Perfect opportunity to check out
the on-set film locations for
the upcoming "The Hobbit" movie
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Niagara Falls More hotels are offering better
deals.
------------- --------------------------------
Why to go now: Niagara Falls offers a wide
range of experiences from wine
country, casinos and fine
dining to water parks and
amusements for families.
-------------- -------------------------------
For more information on these destinations and to search available deals, go to http://www.travelzoo.com/destinations/2013/
About Travelzoo
Travelzoo Inc. is a global Internet media company. With more than 25 million subscribers in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and 25 offices worldwide, Travelzoo® publishes deals from more than 2,000 travel and entertainment companies. Travelzoo's deal experts review offers to find the best deals and confirm their true value. In Asia Pacific, Travelzoo is independently owned and operated by Travelzoo (Asia) Ltd. and Travelzoo Japan K.K. under a license agreement with Travelzoo Inc.
Certain statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions, markets in which we participate and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts. When used in this press release, the words "expect", "predict", "project", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "intend", "plan", "seek" and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, including changes in our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions and other factors discussed in our filings with the SEC. We cannot guarantee any future levels of activity, performance or achievements. Travelzoo undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release. Travelzoo and Top 20 are registered trademarks of Travelzoo. All other names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Media Contact:
Lisa Moore
Travelzoo, North America
(212) 484-4963
lmoore@travelzoo.com
SOURCE Travelzoo
Travelzoo
Web Site: http://www.travelzoo.com
NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, announced today the five domestic and international destinations where Americans will be able to get the biggest bang for their travel buck in 2013. Based on industry projections, recent trends and consumer buzz, it is anticipated that these five destinations will yield the strongest collection of "wow" deals. The 2013 Wow Deal Destinations are Alaska, Colombia, Ireland, New Zealand and Niagara Falls.
"These are exciting times for American travelers," said Shirley Tafoya, president for Travelzoo North America. "Thanks to increased carrier routes and revitalized competition among airlines, hotels, cruise lines and tour operators, there are now some serious deals to be found - both here in the U.S. and internationally. This is a trend that we expect to continue through 2013."
In North America, both Alaska and Niagara Falls represent unique saving opportunities for travelers in 2013. In Alaska, deals are being propelled by new itineraries that increase the capacity of major cruise operations. More ships and departure dates equate to better deals for cruisers. Travelzoo's director of cruise content Darlene Carenza says, "We project further savings for travelers when operators bundle tours with land packages, such as hotel accommodation."
Similarly, hotels in Niagara Falls have embraced new online supply channels, and the resulting frenzy to offer the best online deal has meant huge savings for travelers this year. In recent months, Travelzoo has run nearly 20 Getaways for Niagara, and most of these deals have included perks, such as restaurant and spa credits, that have essentially made the room rate free. Travelzoo believes 2013 will be another banner year for hotel discounts at this destination.
On the international front, flights to Ireland, New Zealand and Colombia are all seeing increased competition thanks to new routes from major air carriers like United Air Lines, US Airways and American Airlines (for Ireland), Air New Zealand (for New Zealand), and JetBlue Airways, LAN, Spirit Airlines, Taca, Avianca and American Airlines (for Colombia). In addition, recent tourism rallies in both New Zealand and Ireland have encouraged hotel and tour operators to drum up aggressive deals for visitors.
Driving Forces Behind Selecting the Top Wow Deal Destinations for 2013:
Alaska More cruise ships and
itineraries
------ ---------------------
Expansion of cruisetour
offerings (cruise + land
packages)
------------------------
Why to go now: Scientific predictions show that
2013-2014 will be the best
chance to see increased aurora
activity.
-------------- --------------------------------
Colombia New routes from major air
carriers
-------- --------------------------
New properties from major hotel
chains such as Marriott and
Hilton
--------------------------------
Why to go now: Very cheap once you are there. A
cup of coffee costs less than
$1
-------------- --------------------------------
Ireland Ireland Tourism Board is
actively encouraging hotels and
tour operators to offer
aggressive deals as part of its
2013 marketing plan
------- --------------------------------
Additional routes from major
European airlines
-----------------------------
Lower VAT (from 13.5% to 9%) so
it is now cheaper to enjoy
hotels, restaurants, museums,
etc.
--------------------------------
Why to go now: It is cheaper to fly to Dublin
or Shannon than most other
European destinations
-------------- -------------------------------
New Zealand Air New Zealand is increasing
the number of flights from San
Francisco in April 2013 and
Hawaiian Airlines will start
flying Hawaii - New Zealand in
March
----------- ------------------------------
The New Zealand dollar is on a
slow decline ($80 US cents/1
NZ Dollar), which will make
your dollar go further once you
get there.
-------------------------------
Why to go now: Perfect opportunity to check out
the on-set film locations for
the upcoming "The Hobbit" movie
-------------- --------------------------------
Niagara Falls More hotels are offering better
deals.
------------- --------------------------------
Why to go now: Niagara Falls offers a wide
range of experiences from wine
country, casinos and fine
dining to water parks and
amusements for families.
-------------- -------------------------------
For more information on these destinations and to search available deals, go to http://www.travelzoo.com/destinations/2013/
About Travelzoo
Travelzoo Inc. is a global Internet media company. With more than 25 million subscribers in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and 25 offices worldwide, Travelzoo® publishes deals from more than 2,000 travel and entertainment companies. Travelzoo's deal experts review offers to find the best deals and confirm their true value. In Asia Pacific, Travelzoo is independently owned and operated by Travelzoo (Asia) Ltd. and Travelzoo Japan K.K. under a license agreement with Travelzoo Inc.
Certain statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions, markets in which we participate and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts. When used in this press release, the words "expect", "predict", "project", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "intend", "plan", "seek" and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, including changes in our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions and other factors discussed in our filings with the SEC. We cannot guarantee any future levels of activity, performance or achievements. Travelzoo undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release. Travelzoo and Top 20 are registered trademarks of Travelzoo. All other names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Media Contact:
Lisa Moore
Travelzoo, North America
(212) 484-4963
lmoore@travelzoo.com
SOURCE Travelzoo
Travelzoo
Web Site: http://www.travelzoo.com