One-day Carnival cruise sale

If you're thinking of taking a Carnival cruise this year, the industry giant is featuring a one-day sale this Thursday, March 22, in which it's offering best available stateroom upgrades on most sailings in 2oo7. Double occupancy rates being offered start as low as $249 for two four-day sailings from Florida in September, and there are lots of other Caribbean and Mexican cruises under $500 per passenger.

Carnival also has group sale rates that expire on March 22. And they have special rates for past passengers starting as low as $209 for three-day cruises out of Miami this fall; perks include stateroom upgrades as well (you have to book these by the end of April).

All these deals are being sold exclusively through travel agents, so if you work with one (or even if you don't), give her or him a call and mention these specials.