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Any Travel Deals: The beautiful Egyptian city of Cairo is a travel spot where you can just get lost in the bazaars (marketplaces) while shopping. Tourists can shop for carpets, shoes, books and even camels, if it really interests you. If you decide to travel to this Africa nation for a shopping spree, then leave all your valuables in a safe hotel room and enjoy the shopping paradise in Cairo. We’ve got a list of some shopping deals to keep a lookout for, and some street smart bargain tips to make it worth every penny.

1. Camel Bazaar – You may not be interested in buying a camel, but the place is definitely a must catch. The market is held every Friday beyond the Sharia Sudan. Visit the market early morning just to make friends with camels. Isn’t that interesting?

2. Souvenirs – The Khan-Al-Khalili is one of the world’s oldest bazaars. You can shop for gold, perfume, spices, copper, silver and clothes. You can even visit the Khan Misr Touloun locate at the medieval Cairo, in front of the Mosque Ibn Touloun.

3. Fabrics – You can shop for Egyptian cotton and also visit the Tent makers’ Bazaar for appliqué work. One can even find belly dancing costumes at the Khan Al Khalili.

Bargaining tips while shopping in Cairo, Egypt.

1. Stay polite and have a good sense of humor as it is supposed to be fun.
2. Accept the tea offered to you, as it does not obligate you to buy anything and is just a good Egyptian tradition.
3. Walk off to get the price that you want. Don’t look desperate.
4. Buy things that are worth it.
5. In case the price of a product is too high and you do not feel like giving it up, there are several other places where one can find the same thing. Just get a map and research on what else Cairo can offer you.

Any Travel Deals: New York is a city that can never disappoint a person. If you have a shopping plan with a tight budget, then you need not worry as the city offers shopping opportunities to fit all budgets – huge or tiny. If you are making a trip to the Big Apple, then here are the best discount stores to shop at.

1. Gabay’s Outlet – Gabay’s outlet is located at the 225 First Ave and is a family-owned store. It is also considered as one of the finest departmental stores in the city. You can find the Chanel and Manolo Blahnik designer clothes and shoes in the store at great prices.

2. Century 21 – Century 21 store is located at the 22 Cortlandt, which is between the Church St. and the Broadway. The store always offers the customers some pretty deep discounts. The best time to shop here is early morning or mid afternoon so that you can avoid the rush and also grab some good deals on clothes.

3. Find Outlet – Find Outlet will leave you with plenty of choices. But the only drawback is that it has tiny dressing rooms. The Chelsea outlet is located at 361 W 17th Street between 8th and 9th Aves, while the SoHo store is located at 229 Mott St.

4. Loehmann’s – You can find 30 to 65 percent off retail prices at Loehmann’s store. The popular ‘Back Room’ has high-end designer clothes which can be bought at bargain prices. The store is located at 101 7th Ave, near 17th St.

5. Syms – At Syms one can find designer wear such as Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole and Oscar De La Renta. The store helps people find their right size with different tags for men, women and children. The Midtown store is located at 400 Park Ave. While the Financial District store is located at 42 Trinity Pl.

Any Travel Deals: Thailand is known for giving the best value for your money to every tourist who is visiting the Asian nation. There are several products that can be bought, which also assure good quality and not forgetting, great prices! The most popular products are handicrafts and souvenirs in Thailand that can be taken away by the tourists. If you are planning a trip to Thailand, remember that it is a shopping paradise and take your pick from the the best things that can be brought from Thailand.

1. Antiques – In Thailand, you can shop for beautiful antiques like the puppets, masks, ornamental wood fragments, carvings and sculptures from the Sukhothai period can be purchased. The antiques can be exported with a written permission from the Antique Art Business Division.

2. Silk – Thailand is known for its good quality silk with some beautiful designs. Thai silk can be identified with its uneven texture. The main production centers of Thai silk is located at Chiang Mai and Bangkok.

3. Gems and jewelry – Those who have an obsession for gems and precious stones can find some great deals, as Thailand is known for its high grade gem stones. One can deal in rubies and sapphires which have been carved by experts.

4. Silverware – Thailand is known for its ancient art of making silverware. Those who like to have silver jewelry can get some beautiful silver ornaments.

5. Wood carvings – Tourists can find some exclusive wood carvings having the theme of ancient Sukhothai. One can find wood carvings in furniture house hold utensils.

Any Travel Deals: India is a country where on can find a place to visit in every season. Summer is a time when kids enjoy their annual vacation break and parents become helpless and are forced to engage them at home. The best way to spend the hot days of summer is to get away with family at the perfect destinations in summer, away from the soaring and often irritating weather.

1. Leh Ladakh – Situated at the beautiful mountain range of the Himalayas, the place is the perfect hotspot to visit in summer. The Leh Palace, Gompa, Shanti Stupa, Spituk Monastery and the Sankar Gompa are some of the best places that can be visited in India.

2. Ooty – The hill station lies in a south Indian state of India, and is gifted with natural beauty. Ooty is also nicked named as the Queen of Hill Stations. The thrilling mountain train journey is high recommended for the ultimate experience of Ooty.

3. Darjeeling - Darjeeling is also considered as one of the best places to visit during summer and is located in the north-eastern region of India. The popular Ghoom Monastery is situated on the slopes of the hills. Do not forget to take away some delicious Darjeeling tea, bamboo pickle and yum momos which is famous world wide.

4. Gangtok – Gangtok can be the coziest places to visit in summer. The place has the most pleasant weather with warm and friendly people around, and is quite relaxing for the weary traveller.

5. Shimla – Shimla is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh and has been named after the Goddess Shyamala. Famous for delicious apples, don’t forget to take a box of them back home.

Wherever you go, make sure you carry mineral water with you, and mosquito repellents, so that your break from the sweltering heat will be a pleasant and memorable one.

Any Travel Deals: Goa is a beautiful destination to explore for tourists across the world. However, the best way to explore the tiny Indian state is to explore  it on your own. There are various modes of transportation available in Goa ranging from taxis, ferries, trains and so on, and to get a good deal, you have to know what’s in store, and also make use of those great bargaining skills of yours.

If you’re planning a vacation, then you shouldn’t hesitate to explore the several tourist spots and beaches, but make sure you don’t end up shelling out too much on travel. Not sure what are the cheap modes of transportation in Goa?  Here are the best modes of transport to explore Goa.

1. Bicycles – Bicycles can be easily available on a rental basis and are the most convenient modes of transportation to explore the beauty of Goa. One can easily glide through historical places, villages and beach towns to explore Goa. Check out areas near the beaches or ask around for places that rent bicycle to tourists.

2. Scooters – Goa can also be explored by renting a scooter. Renting a scooter is not only economical but also convenient, especially when two people are together. But one must make sure that he/ she carries a two wheeler license to make your way around Goa. But you need to make sure that no parts are damaged before renting it, else you could be spending more.

3. Auto rickshaws – An auto rickshaw is also a common mode of transport in Goa. A three wheeler transport is the best mode to travel short distances, but it can get a bit stuffy if 3 people are travelling. As with ‘pilots’, make sure you fix the price before entering it.

4. Motorcycle taxis – In India, Goa is the only place where one can find motorcycle taxis. They are also known as ‘pilots’ and are the best option to travel short distances. These taxis can be found along with the other auto rickshaw taxis, and their prices start as low as Rs.60. Make sure you bargain and fix a price before hopping on.

5. Taxis – For those who prefer a bit of luxury, the taxis are the best option. Many of the taxis do not have meters and if one finds a taxi without a meter, it is better to decide the fare before hiring it. Keep in mind that it you have luggage, then you’ll probably be charged more.

6. Cars in Goa – One can find cars on rental as well as with drivers. When planning to spend a whole day, it is a better – but little more expensive option – to rent a car so that you can spend more time. The fare is all based on the location you want to go to, and can start from Rs.600 upwards. Make sure you bargain well, else you could get fleeced.

There are also buses, ferries and trains that you can travel by, but check the timings before you decide to get on one, since there tends to be a big gap between them.

While in Goa, don’t forget to visit the ancient churches, golden beaches and shacks, eat some delicious Goan food and check out the local events in the newspaper to get a good taste of Goa. Viva Goa!

JetBlue will be offering one-way tickets for $10 in celebration of their tenth anniversary. However, this sale is permitted only on flights starting in the United States on May 11 and 12. So you will need to make sure that you go ahead and book the tickets online today.

Something that needs to be noted is that there are a few routes which are not available, such as Washington, D.C., to Orlando, or New York to Portland, Ore. The good news is that there are $10 flights from New York to Los Angeles, and from Boston to Las Vegas. (NY Times)

According to USA Today : “And, even though JetBlue says its sale applies only to U.S.-originating flight, a New York-Bogota round-trip (via Orlando) was pricing at $38 round-trip ($153.70 with taxes and fees) for a Tuesday-Wednesday itinerary.”

Remember that unless you depart on Tuesday and return on Wednesday, the money you will be paying for the return flight will be normally priced.

JetBlue Airways is an American low-cost airline owned by JetBlue Airways Corporation and it received formal U.S. authorization in 2000.

Check here for the JetBlue $10 offer.