‘Free’ bus fares
Megabus, the budget bus line, is offering a total of 200,000 “free” seats on its various intercity bus routes for trips from Jan. 4 to March 1. Use the code “GOFREE”; you’ll be charged a 50-cent booking fee.
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Colonial Colombia
Explore the historic walled core of Cartagena during a five-night stay at the nearby Hotel Regatta. Book by Dec. 22 for a package that starts at $979 a person and includes a round-trip flight from Miami.
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Early-bird island deal
Save up to 56 percent on 2012 stays at Jamaica’s Couples Resorts by booking before Jan. 17. Couples’ rates start at $329 a night, with a three-night minimum. Offer includes all meals.
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