Winter looks to be 'golden age for travel' (Honolulu Advertiser) With the economy in distress, there might be no cheaper time to travel than this winter as a sharp drop in demand forces airlines, hotels and cruise companies to slash fares, cut rates and lower fees.

A crisis in confidence: The encore (Summit Daily News) October brought a barrage of discouraging economic news that overshadowed some signs of potential relief. The bad news further damaged consumer confidence that has now become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Travelers enjoying lower airfares (Hartford Courant) Airlines and hotels are cutting prices and offering bargains to lure strapped consumers in a sluggish economy. With the economy in distress, there may be no cheaper time to travel than this winter as a sharp drop in demand forces airlines, hotels and cruise companies to slash fares, cut rates and lower fees.