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UNITED STATES

Hit the Road with Monograms for $574
Monograms, a branch of the Globus group of travel companies focusing on independent vacations, launched its first packages to North American destinations in March--including a new way to make the classic summer road trip even easier. Travelers can now book preplanned one-to-two-week journeys along 13 routes in places like New England, Virginia, the Grand Canyon, the Canadian Maritimes, and the Canadian Rockies. On the Road Driving Vacations include a car rental, hotel accommodations, a day-by-day itinerary with directions and information about en-route tourist attractions, 24-hour on-call service, and, if requested, airfare. One of the most popular itineraries this summer is sure to be a six-day jaunt along the California Coast between San Francisco and L.A. (with two nights in San Francisco; one in Monterey, near Big Sur; one in Solvang, just north of Santa Barbara; and a final night in L.A.). When June 1-Aug. 31. Details Extra nights from $62. Single supplement $290. The same packages are available without a rental if you prefer to use your own vehicle. Children 12 and under stay free with two paying adults. Contact Monograms, 800/221-0090, monogramstravel.com.

Alaska Cruise for $899
Seven days aboard the Norwegian Sun on a round-trip sailing from Seattle. The itinerary includes two full days at sea and stops in Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Prince Rupert. When June 10, 24, July 8, 22, Aug. 19, 26 ($899 inside cabin, $1,119 ocean-view). Details Price includes port charges but not airfare. Contact American Discount Cruises, 866/214-7447, americandiscountcruises.com.

Las Vegas for $299
Air from Oakland and two nights at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, on the Strip. When Select Monday and Tuesday departures until Aug. 31. Other Gateways Denver ($319); Seattle ($344); Sacramento ($349); Portland ($359); Chicago ($414); Indianapolis, Philadelphia ($469); Baltimore ($494); New York ($524). Details Book by June 30. Take $100 off per reservation when you use promotional code LX100. Extra nights from $105. Single supplement from $170. Other available discounts include $100 off a reservation at THEHotel (mention LX100); $75 off at the Monte Carlo, MGM Grand, New York New York, Mirage, Treasure Island, or Mandalay Bay (EXC50); or $50 off at Circus Circus or Excalibur (FN50). Contact MGM Mirage Vacations, 800/360-7111, mgmmiragevacations.com.

Maui for $1,137
Northwest Airlines flights from Seattle and seven nights in a garden-view one-bedroom apartment at the Outrigger Aina Nalu Resort Condominiums in Lahaina, about four blocks from the beach. The hotel has a pool and sundeck; apartments are equipped with full kitchens. When Monday departures June 12-Aug. 22. Other Gateways Minneapolis ($1,389). Details Extra nights from $105. Single supplement from $840. Upgrade to the Outrigger Palms at Wailea starting at $150 more. Contact NWA WorldVacations, 800/800-1504, nwaworldvacations.com.

Naples, Fla. for $415
JetBlue Airways flights from New York to Fort Myers and four nights at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, 15 miles north of Naples. The hotel has a spa, gym, 18-hole golf course, two tennis courts, seven pools, four restaurants, and two bars. When Sunday through Wednesday departures June 1-Aug. 31 (from $415). Other Gateways Boston, Burlington (add $25); Buffalo (add $45). Details Transfers are not included. Call for extra-night prices. No single rate. Contact JetBlue Airways, 800/538-2583, jetblue.com.

Orlando for $343
Air from Chicago or New York, a five-day car rental, and five nights with breakfast daily at the Meridian Hotel, three miles from Disney World. When June 1-Aug. 31. Other Gateways Atlanta, D.C. (add $49); Boston (add $59); Dallas (add $149); San Francisco (add $170). Details Extra nights $18. Single supplement $79. Families of four can upgrade to a two-bedroom condo at the Bahama Bay Resort for $50 more per person. Contact Leisure Link International, 888/801-8808, eleisurelink.com.

Palm Springs for $460
American Airlines flights from Dallas to Palm Springs and four nights with breakfast daily at the Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa. The hotel has two golf courses, three pools, and four restaurants, and each room has its own patio. When Until Sept. 10. Other Gateways Miami ($506), Chicago ($566), New York ($586). Details Extra nights $62. Rates for singles start at $332. Contact AmericanAirlines Vacations, 800/321-2121, aavacations.com.

San Francisco for $685
Northwest Airlines flights from Detroit and four nights at the Radisson Hotel Fisherman's Wharf, which overlooks San Francisco Bay near Ghirardelli Square and the cable cars. When Thursday departures June 1-19 ($685); July 20-31, Aug. 3-21 ($721). Other Gateways Minneapolis ($782/$779). Details Extra nights $96. Single supplement $384. Add $30 for round-trip transfers. Add $56 for a full-day tour to a few of the large-scale and boutique wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties (includes tastings). Contact NWA WorldVacations, 800/800-1504, nwaworldvacations.com.

CANADA 

Victoria, B.C. for $545
Air from San Francisco, transfers, and three nights at the downtown Best Western Carlton Plaza, three blocks from the Inner Harbour. When Wednesday or Saturday departures until Aug. 31. Other Gateways L.A. (from $575); New York, Orlando (from $735). Details Extra nights from $70. Single supplement from $215. Contact Alaska Airlines Vacations, 800/468-2248, alaskaair.com.

Yukon Territory for $1,599
Air from L.A. to Whitehorse, a seven-day car rental, and seven nights at select hotels and B&Bs (three in Whitehorse, two in Dawson City, and one each in Beaver Creek and Haines Junction). The itinerary includes a Whitehorse city tour, Frantic Follies vaudeville show, a night at the Beaver Creek Dinner Theatre, a visit to Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall Casino, and a White Pass Summit train ride. When June 1-Oct. 31. Other Gateways Dallas, Houston ($1,689); Chicago ($1,699); Boston, New York ($1,719); Atlanta ($1,779); Miami ($2,079). Details Extra nights with car from $99. Single supplement $649. Contact Maxxim Vacations, 800/567-6666, maxximvacations.com.