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Making travel plans can be confusing and expensive. What do you need to know and how to find useful information when planning a fabulous excursion? You don't have to be internet-savvy to take advantage of online deals; these days, it's easy to collect all the information needed to plan a safe, inexpensive and fun-filled holiday from the comfort of your own home. From gathering data to booking accommodations and travel online, the internet offers all the information needed to get started on a fabulous vacation.

No matter where you plan to go, the smart traveler checks out the neighborhood. The Washington Post recommends Frommers.com, which offers a list of hotels, attractions, restaurants, nightlife and a calendar of events. Just type in a destination and the best it has to offer is easily available. There are daily deals and information, and you can also sign up for email alerts. IgoUgo.com not only offers reviews and travel deal comparisons, but you can earn reward points by reviewing, blogging and uploading photos of your experience. The points are redeemable for airline miles and retail gift certificates, offering another way to save by using the internet to plan travel needs.

Planning a trip overseas can seem overwhelming, but Ricksteves.com provides an abundance of information about travel in Europe. You can subscribe to a monthly newsletter here also; the site has tons of data including blogs, news and events, preparing for a trip to Europe and much, much more. This is a must-see site if planning a trip overseas.

Tripadvisor.com has 20,000,000 reviews and information about any destination you choose. From places to stay, things to do and what to eat, actual travelers who have been there weigh in with their opinion and give a good idea of what can be expected. To make things easier and to narrow your search, type in a destination and read all about what you might encounter. There are forums offering free advice from winter holidays to traveler's insurance.

Cruisecritic.com is packed with opinions and news on the latest cruise deals. Quick links are located at the bottom of the home page providing information regarding last minute cruise deals, destinations, reviews and cruise styles. Photo galleries, videos and popular events are also listed. Whether you want to cruise the waters of an exotic location or explore the wonders of the United States, all the information needed is easily accessed. If you've never taken a cruise before, Cruisecritic.com gives even

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