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You're probably acquainted with some of the most common web sites for discounted airfares and hotel rooms. But Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine recently suggested some lesser-known sites that are especially well suited for those willing to travel on short notice. It recommended Site59 for low priced airfare/hotel packages. For bed and breakfast deals, sign up for a free e-mail subscription to BedandBreakfast.com . Sites with deals on cruises include SkyAuction.com and Moment's Notice . For European getaways, Kiplinger's recommended Lastminute.com and LateRooms . For Italy in particular, it suggested Venere.com .

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Of course, this assumes that you actually take a vacation. A recent survey found that more than one-third of U.S. workers do not plan to take all of their vacation days this year.

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