Moneywise: Bargains Abound with Last-Minute Vacation Deals

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As the summer winds to a close, many families, concerned about economic woes this year and worried about a continuing recession, have decided to forgo the traditional family vacation. Others are opting for the so-called "staycation" - staying put, trying to convince themselves it's almost as satisfying as going away.

Judging from the slew of recent requests from readers for cost- saving ideas, folks have decided they're not going to give up altogether on the idea of a 2009 summer vacation. Following are ways to make a summer getaway - even if it's a slimmed-down version of last year's trip - more affordable:

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Moneywise: Bargains Abound with Last-Minute Vacation Deals

Do wait until the last minute. Sounds counterintuitive, but in the current economy, last-minute barg...

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