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BUDGET TRAVELER

American to Toronto for $296 round-trip inclusive

For The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tuesday, December 02, 2008

For some odd and unknown reasons, deals to Canada from the United States were just about non-existent during this entire year. Certainly there were the occasional sale offer, but the discounts were often never greater than ten percent off of regularly published rates. A smart budget traveler would do better bidding for a ticket at Priceline.com.

But there’s a very special today-only rate from American to Toronto, Ontario - one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in the world. Home to over 2.5 million residents, this safe city is a mecca of culture, recreation and green spaces located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. It’s an ideal city for a weekend getaway for friends, families and couples seeking a little international flair with an exquisite choice of dining and fun.

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Clara Bosonetto Maerz's column is published weekdays on ajc.com.


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Without needing to give an advance notice of travel, book an inclusive round-trip ticket on American at $296.84 (base rate of $196). Travel is allowed seven days a week, based on availability - and there are no minimum stays to meet. And, no blackout dates. The last permitted day of travel at this rate is October 10, 2009.

If you think this rate is a bit on the high side, compare it to Delta’s lowest published everyday rate of $841.29!

Don’t let this offer escape you. Buy tickets right away at http://www.aa.com

Just a couple of weeks ago Toronto’s Art Gallery of Ontario reopened after a major transformation. Housed in Toronto native Frank Gehry?s most recent building - and his first in Canada - the museum is home to 110 light-filled galleries featuring more than 4,000 works. http://www.ago.net

Check out this link for a number of hotel packages with admission tickets included - and some other value-packed extras - http://www.ago.net/hotel-packages

For Toronto vacation planning, visit http://www.toronto.ca/visitors/index.htm

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