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December 12, 2000

Greetings, Travelers:

Mexico, the perfect winter escape, offers everything from sun-
drenched beaches to historical ruins. Dive off the shores of
Cozumel or try deep sea fishing in Acapulco. Find intriguing
Mexican craft shops and galleries in Puerta Vallarta. Mexico
offers activities for all. Save $100 here:
http://www.onlinevacationmall.com/hotd/hotdTRP/cun_index.shtml

As we approach the holidays, travel and savings are on people's
minds. This week we have some terrific TRIP deals for you and some
great gift ideas. Check out our "Top Story," for ideas busy
travelers can use. Read our "High Tech Travel" column for tips on
lightweight gifts for travelers.

Legend Airlines has suspended service and filed for bankruptcy
protection as it reorganizes its business. To help our customers,
TRIP.com representatives contacted every customer who booked
travel on Legend Airlines through TRIP.com and made alternate
arrangements. Legend Airlines hopes to resume flying by the end of
the year.

Did you notice? Our table of contents has changed and now includes
direct links to information. Access the news you want - quickly!

Enjoy!


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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S__________________________

DEALS, DEALS, DEALS
 1. Air Tahiti Nui and Le Meridien Hotels
    Call (888) 484-3874, extension 1
 2. Hawaiian Airlines
    https://www.trip.com/reservations/itn/login/1,1752,00.html
 3. Online Vacation Mall: Hotels and activities in Hawaii
    http://www.onlinevacationmall.com/dest/desttrp/hawaii/index.asp?TRP
 4. Hotel Deals this week:
    http://www.trip.com/usertools/dealstoyou/subscribe/0,1382,1-1,00.html
INSIDE TRIP.com
 5. HEADLINES
    Caribbean travel:
    http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=3_4976
    Aboard the Queen Mary:
    http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=3_4975
    Alpine resorts:
    http://www.businessweek.com/2000/00_51/b3712220.htm
 6. SO MUCH WORK: Last-minute shopping for busy travelers
    http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=4
 7. ROAD WARRIORS' DREAM GIFTS: From inexpensive to pricey
    http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=20
 8. DOES SAFETY MATTER?: What's important to travelers
    http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=9

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Hoover's Business Travel
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You're picking up a flight in Newark that originated in Rochester
And arrives in Austin at 4 p.m. Want to see if it's on time?  With
Hoover's Flight Tracker
http://www.trip.com/ft/home/0,2096,1-3013,00.shtml
you can check the status and arrival time of any US flight. And,
once you've established that you'll arrive on time, use Hoover's
Austin City Guide at
http://www.hoovers.com/travel/0,,12_2896.html
to check out restaurants near your hotel. Next time you plan a
trip, don't punt, use Hoover's Business Travel.
http://hoovers.com/travel/0,1334,12,00.html
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D E A L S, D E A L S, D E A L S______________________

(1) Air Tahiti Nui
Visit a stunningly beautiful island at a reasonable price.
TRIP.com, Air Tahiti Nui and Le Meridien Hotels are once again
offering an exclusive deal to Tahiti! Roundtrip airfare for two on
Air Tahiti Nui is only $1,184 from Los Angeles to Papeete. Enjoy
accommodations at Le Meridien Tahiti Hotel for $98 USD per room
per night. Travel select dates between January 13 and March 11 for
this special deal. To book your trip, call our TRIP.com agents at
(888) 484-3874, extension 1. Subject to availability and
restrictions, applicable taxes and fees apply.

(2) TRIP.com and Hawaiian Airlines have teamed up to save you up
to 10% off published fares through 12/31/2001. Travel from
Bakersfield, Carlsbad, Fresno, Las Vegas, Los Angeles,
Monterey/Carmel, Portland (Oregon), Palm Springs, San Diego, Santa
Barbara, Seattle, San Francisco, and San Luis Obispo
to Maui, Oahu, Lanai, Kauai, and Hawaii.

To book your special fare, visit
https://www.trip.com/reservations/itn/login/1,1752,00.html,
click on flight, login, then enter arrival and departure
information along with Hawaiian Airlines as your preferred
airline. After selecting your flights, click on "Price My
Itinerary" and your special TRIP.com fare will then be displayed.
Our travel agents are available to assist you with your flights at
(888) 484-3874 ext. 1. Rules and restrictions may apply. Subject
to availability.

(3) ONLINE VACATION MALL:
For things to see and do in Hawaii and information on hotels,
visit:
http://www.onlinevacationmall.com/dest/desttrp/hawaii/index.asp?TRP

Check out other great savings from OVM at:
http://www.onlinevacationmall.com/rese/resetrp/index.shtml

(4) Hotel Deals: Great rates at the following hotels

New York, NY - Barbizon Hotel, $195/night 12/17-30
Miami, FL - Hyatt Regency Hotel, $109/night 12/11-28 (includes
breakfast)
Arlington, VA - Ritz Carlton Hotel, $224/night 12/10-31
Boston, MA - Fairmont Copley Plaza, from $169/night 12/17-29
San Francisco, CA - Hotel Palomar, $195/night through 3/30/01

Check out these deals and more at:
http://www.trip.com/usertools/dealstoyou/subscribe/0,1382,1-1,00.html
Limited availability and restrictions may apply.


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is only a click away. We have unusual, one-of-a-kind gifts that
will touch your spirit and spirit you away.
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(5) CLASSIC CARIBBEAN
"The boring season." That's what locals call the summer months on
the diminutive island of St. John. It's the time of year when
hotel occupancy slips below 50 percent, and entire days pass
without a single cruise ship calling at the nearby island of St.
Thomas. But is that really the case?
http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=3_4976

VISIT GLAMOUR, HISTORY ABOARD THE QUEEN MARY
When you stay in the Queen Mary, you stay in a hotel one describes
not in stories high but in tonnage, 81,000 tons to be exact. It is
a place where rather than checking in you come aboard. You stay in
a stateroom, not simply a room. And you look out at Long Beach's
skyline through a porthole, not a window.
http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=3_4975

France and Austria: Where to schuss
From lifts to lodgings, Alpine resorts are a deal.
http://www.businessweek.com/2000/00_51/b3712220.htm

Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, go to Business
Week and TRIP.com for your travel plans.
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(6) SO MUCH WORK
You want to get the folks you care about great gifts, but you're
in Michigan today and Toledo tomorrow. Here are some great ideas
for busy travelers, for everyone on their lists.
http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=4

(7) LIGHTWEIGHT GIFTS
Looking for gift ideas for that special road warrior in your life?
Or wanting to add a few more items to your own letter to Santa?
Here are some suggestions for gifts that a business traveler could
use all year long--from least expensive to the priciest.
http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=20

(8) SAFETY FIRST?
If you knew which airline had the best safety record, would it
influence your air travel purchases? Or are frequent flyer miles
the only thing that matters? Would an objective comparision of
safety factors make a difference? Or would you cast that sort of
caution to the wind, in favor of a decent connection and arrival
time?
http://www.TRIP.com/news/completetraveler.cgi?a=9


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