Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50, 2005-2006 (Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures ... Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50) [Paperback]

Joan Rattner Heilman (Author)

Book Description

Series: Unbelievably Good Deals & Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're Over 50 | Publication Date: December 7, 2004

"The bargain hunter's bible." --Modern Maturity

The newest edition of this proven bestseller, which has sold more than 850,000 copies, is completely revised and updated with even more information about trips, discounts, clubs, programs, and special perks for anyone over 50. Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're Over 50 includes amazing bargains on:

• Airfares and hotels
• Car rentals and public transportation
• Vacations designed for grandparents and grandkids
• Adventure destinations
• Bike trips and walking tours
• Golf, tennis, and other sports
• Free or discounted educational opportunities
• And much more!

In addition, you are offered an overview of organizations for those over 50, an especially useful feature for baby boomers who are just turning 50 and looking for action and excitement. The market is growing exponentially every year, and it's getting more and more active. This edition is ideal for those with a penchant for travel, exercise, fun, and big savings.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

"The bargain hunter's bible."
--Modern Maturity

"Great trips for the over-50--but not over-the-hill--crowd."
--Chicago Tribune

"One of the most-thumbed volumes on my desk. A fantastic piece of research."
--Betsy Wade, New York Times

"The best single source of great deals for seniors."
--Selling to Seniors

"Those who fit the bill will find this trove of packages, discounts, and special tours invaluable."
--Travel and Leisure

"By the nation's top expert on finding the best deals and tons of great ways to enjoy life."
--Bookviews.com

Planning a trip, going back to school, or looking for adventure? Well, have we got a deal for you! If you're over 50, you qualify for outrageous breaks, special privileges, and money-saving offers. Updated and revised by the country's leading authority on how to take advantage of your age, this bestselling large-type guidebook--now in its sixteenth edition--is packed with information about:

• Great breaks at hotels, motels, and restaurants
• Markdowns on trains, buses, boats, and cars
• Savings for seniors on airfares all over the world
• Tennis camps, golf vacations, ski clubs, bike trips, and walking tours
• Adventure travel designed especially for 50-plus travelers
• Intergenerational vacations for you and the kids
• Free--or almost free--college educations

About the Author

Joan Rattner Heilman is the author of more than a dozen books and hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles. In her prime herself, she's an experienced traveler and a savvy consumer who can spot a good deal and is always game for a great adventure.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 16 edition (December 7, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071438297
• ISBN-13: 978-0071438292
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,374,321 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #64 in Books > Travel > Specialty Travel > Senior Travel

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This Book Pays For Itself Many Times Over, January 8, 2005

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Bonnie Neely - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50, 2005-2006 (Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures ... Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50) (Paperback)

UNBELIEVABLY GOOD DEALS AND GREAT ADVENTURES THAT YOU ABSOLUTELY CAN'T GET UNLESS YOU'RE OVER 50 is by Joan Rattner Heilman (Contemporary Books). This book has been termed the "Bargain Hunter's Bible," and we agree. Joan tells us how to take advantage of every imaginable good deal in the travel industry: from airfares, hotels, rental cars, cruises, trains, buses, tours,skiing, parks, shopping, insurance, and even taxes. She tells how to join organizations which help get the best deals. Especially helpful is the section on how to get help and services in various places around the world. There are ideas for all types of travel, from luxury to economy, all at great savings. And there are many ideas which apply at home also, including ways to volunteer and special interest groups to join. This book is a must for anyone over 50.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good tips for the silver set, July 31, 2005

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L. Lathrop "texaslulu" (Houston TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50, 2005-2006 (Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures ... Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50) (Paperback)

I'm planning a trip to London next year and learned some valuable tips even my well-traveled friends didn't know.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for road trippers too!, December 10, 2005

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Carol White "Author - Live Your Road Trip Dream" (Wilsonville, Or USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50, 2005-2006 (Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures ... Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're over 50) (Paperback)

If you are going on an extended road trip, this book is a "must have" on your list. Whether you are traveling by auto or RV, staying in campgrounds or motels, eating in or eating out, this book has something for you. It would make a great companion to the ultimate road trip planning book, "Live Your Road Trip Dream".