Just because I get most of my travel information online doesn’t eliminate my interest in getting information the old fashioned way – in print.  With so many newspaper travel sections (and newspapers entirely, for that matter) and magazines cutting back or closing, those print publications that I read and enjoy are becoming ever more precious to me.

To be honest, though, I need to stretch my purchasing dollars as far as they can go, and that’s why any sale on travel magazines is going to catch my eye.

Amazon is offering some additional discounts, to their already competitive prices, on a few travel and travel-related magazines,  Take a look and see if any of these are on your must-read or must-try list.:

• MissouriLife celebrates the people and places of  Missouri, showcasing little town and little-known places in the bigger cities.  You’ll discover restaurants, along with ideas for day trips and weekend get-aways.   $16.99 (1 year/6 issues).
• Cruise Travel explores the exciting and romantic world of cruise vacations, featuring information about ships, ports of call, cruises, itineraries, and prices.  You’ll learn how to plan a cruise, how to choose shore excursions, and the best shopping buys.  $18.94 (1 year/6 issues).
• Plane & Pilot covers lots of technical information for the recreational pilot, and also includes great information about flying destinations.  $4.95 (1 year/12 issues).
• Atlanta Magazine is all about the people, places, events, and heritage of this great southern city.  Subscribing to a city magazine is a great way to learn about it!  $7 (1 year/12 issues).
• Philadelphia is another city magazine, and provide information on issues facing the Philadelphia, along with info about travel, transportation, theater and more.  $4.95 (1 year/12 issues).
• Yachting will keep power and sailing enthusiasts up to date with equipment and trends, and also provides information about cruising, racing, and other travel destinations.  $10.97 (1 year/12 issues).
• Caribbean Travel & Life will keep you up to date on resorts, shopping, cuisine, and recreation in the Caribbean, Bahamas, and Bermuda.   $11.97 (1 year/9 issues).
• Los Angeles Magazine explored the people, places, and events that make Southern California such an exciting and vibrant place to live.  $4.95 (1 year/12 issues).
• Backpacker is for people who love outdoor adventures, from the simple day hike to an amazing trek.  This magazine provides information on trails, adventure planning, destinations, and gear.  $9.95 (1 yr/9 issues).
• Texas Monthly will keep you up to date on music, arts, travel, restaurants, and Texas events with recommendations from local experts.  $7 (1 year/12 issues).

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One of my favorite ways to research my travel destinations, as well as have a little enjoyment all year long, is a magazine subscription.

There are some great general travel magazines that I get every month, and additionally, if I know that I will be traveling to one particularly destination, I also like to subscribe to that city’s regional magazine.  It’s an easy way to get current information about what’s going on, new restaurant openings (that you won’t find in a guide book), current events, festivals, etc.  For a relatively small investment, you can learn a lot. 

And the small investment required just a got easier, with a special promotion from Amazon.

Through March 31st, Amazon is offering $5 and $10 bonus certificates with the purchase of selected magazine subscriptions.

There is a pretty good list of travel and regional magazines to consider, so take a look:

• Conde Nast Traveler
• Travel + Leisure
• Sunset
• Texas Monthly
• Los Angeles Magazine
• Coastal Living
• Atlanta Magazine
• Midwest Living
• Orange Coast
• Southern Living
• Indianapolis Monthly
• Cincinnati Magazine

Check out the full list of magazines offering bonuses to see if there’s something that’s just right for you.  This is cheap research!

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