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3 ways to save big

With the recession wreaking havoc, SALE! signs abound. But a lower price doesn't mean a great deal. Three places to find true steals. Illustrations by Tamara Shopsin.

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Travel

Hype: Air fares are falling dramatically as jet-fuel prices come down.
Real deal: Hotels

The best deals in the travel world today aren't from airlines - most of their sales have lots of restrictions and disappear fast - but from hotels. Vacancies are at a 20-year high, according to PKF Consulting. The luxury Fairmont chain, for example, is offering 30%-plus discounts on peak rates, including a night in downtown Chicago for $99. Compare prices at Quikbook.com and look for promotions at hotel websites.

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