| One of the things that you need to do when looking | | | | Smithsonian Institution is so large, it would take you |
| for last minute travel deals is to be flexible. It's | | | | over a year to see everything. Plus, the Smithsonian |
| important that you are able to change your itinerary | | | | is comprised of many buildings. The best thing about |
| at a moment's notice. You can wait right before you | | | | the attractions in these big cities is that most of |
| plan to go on vacation to get some of the best | | | | them are free of charge. |
| deals. Here are some other suggestions you can use | | | | If you have a family with children, you can go on a |
| to get the best travel deals at the last minute: | | | | vacation that includes an amusement park or water |
| Find somewhere to go where you can include an | | | | park. Children love to ride on the rides, especially if it |
| activity. Being limited may not help you much. So if | | | | has to do with water. Children are fascinated by |
| you have some activities that you like to do, then | | | | water and they will have fun getting on those types |
| include those ideas in your travel. For instance, if you | | | | of rides. |
| like to ski, you may want to look for a last minute | | | | Cruises also have last minute travel discounts and |
| deal in Colorado or Lake Tahoe. | | | | deals. Find some that include children. They will have |
| Or if you like to golf, go to Florida, the Caribbean or | | | | so much fun because they can get involved in a lot |
| another destination where it is warm enough for you | | | | of activities. Also, they will never go hungry, because |
| to play. For the shopping addict, places like New York | | | | on a cruise you get fed many times a day, including |
| City or Chicago will fit the bill. | | | | in between the major meals. |
| Also, Chicago is a great place for sightseeing and | | | | Whatever you decide to do, make sure that you are |
| cultural events. They have plenty of museums that | | | | ready and available to go at a moment's notice. It |
| will peak your interest. Another place for sightseeing | | | | can help you if you are able to change your itinerary |
| is Washington, D.C. There are many historic buildings | | | | at any time. Then you would have more choices |
| that are operated by the Federal Government. | | | | available to you. |
| You are able to take tours and see exhibits. The | | | | |