Holiday escapes for cheap

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Holiday escapes for cheap
By Bankrate.com

Traveling over the holidays is expensive, but for most of us it's worth the cost. Whether your holidays will be spent with family or in the Caribbean chasing the sun, you can save without losing out on convenience and fun.

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Cut holiday travel costs
Tips for finding the best travel deals at the hottest locales
	Experience your vacation to the fullest without blowing your cash. Plus: 17 must-know holiday travel tips

Travel insurance: Often needed, rarely understood
	Get the proper coverage and don't let a canceled trip ruin your finances.

New security guidelines for air travelers
	Good news: You don't have to leave the tweezers at home anymore.

The right rental car insurance can save you from a financial wreck
	Learn why you should call your insurance agent first and not the travel agent.

Watch out for credit card blocks
	Don't let a declined credit card turn you into a red-faced vacationer.

14 ways to stretch your holiday vacation buck
	No matter what your holiday plans are, who wouldn't want more money to spend?

Money tips for travel outside of the US
	6 tips from travel experts on how to organize your credit cards, debit cards and cash.

	-- Updated: Dec. 1, 2003