Travel Planner:
Summer's Last Gasp
Labor Day (September 6) may have marked the "unofficial" end to summer, but Mother Nature sure doesn't know that. The weather is still terrific across the country, and there are great travel opportunities available at reasonable rates. This week we look at how you can squeeze out a bit more sunshine from your 2010. Read More >

BENEFIT 1:
APPLE:
Just in time for grads getting ready for the next academic or career challenge. VA Travel members get discounts on all Apple desktops and notebook computers, 24 hours, 365 days a year. And it saves you hundreds of $'s!

And don't forget to stock up on an AppleCare warranty plan. It can save you a lot on tech support unexpected "system crashes."
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MORE HIGH TECH
Dell Computer
Electronics at Target.com
Backpacks at eBags.com

BENEFIT 2:
DIRECTV:
Get 5 months FREE of DIRECTV's Best TV Package, and more! Get extra free bundles. FREE for 5 months – NFL Sunday Ticket to Go! FREE HD DVR Upgrade - FREE Standard Installation in up to 4 rooms.

DIRECTV gives you first-class entertainment that the competition simply can't match. Get access to exclusive programming, mind-blowing high definition and cutting-edge equipment that delivers crisp, theatre quality picture and sound to you whenever, and wherever, you want to watch it.
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MORE HOME & FAMILY SAVINGS
ADT Home Security
GNC.com Nutrition

BENEFIT 3:
SPORTS TICKETS:
Get some great sports tickets and enjoy a night out. Our special entertainment package includes tickets to all the major sports, including major league baseball, which is hitting peak pennant race just about now.

Your membership could also qualify you for special savings with your favorite team or sport as well throughout the year, because these offers are rotating almost daily!
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MORE ENTERTAINMENT
Movie Tickets
Broadway Theatre
Theme Parks

As summer winds down, my family and I are traveling, looking at colleges for our son. It got me to thinking -- the offers in this “back to school edition” are perfect for the family on the road: Mobile computers, health foods at GNC, great deals for family wireless plans, and discounts on sporting events!

Not to be outdone, our travel planner staff have found some fabulous locations for those who are not ready for summer to end. We have some great spots for one last getaway, a couple of neat editor's picks, and low-price travel reservations through our VA Travel group online, or call toll-free 1-866-264-2914.

Travel safely!