Article: HOLIDAY VACATION DEALS CAN BE HAD.(TRAVEL)

Byline: JANE ENGLE Los Angeles Times

If you haven't made your holiday travel plans yet, you may be too late for many destinations.

In a typical year, that wouldn't be news because Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year's are among the most in-demand travel times. Warm-weather resorts book up months in advance, plane seats disappear, air fares soar. Savvy travelers plan accordingly.

But, of course, this hasn't been a typical year. The aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, the bombing in Bali and the uncertain economy have disrupted travel patterns. Fewer people are flying, although air fares have dropped. Travelers are booking ...

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