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"Here is YOUR Invitation to Live the Travel Life YOU Want, with Discount Airfare, Half-Price Hotel Rooms, and Piles of Frequent Flyer Miles... Even if You Don't Travel Very Often"

(And you can see for yourself for just $1)

Comfortable Travel, the way it should be.

Do you love to travel, but hate the high costs of flights and hotel rooms?

Would you like to save hundreds of dollars on your next family vacation or business trip?

Finally, would you like to learn how you can buy domestic & international airfare for $47 a person, and hotel rooms for as little as $6 a night?  If so, we've prepared the following information for you.

Introducing the Gold Circle Group

After 15 months of requests and 3 weeks of full-time development, the Gold Circle membership program launched in February 2006 to a select group of members.  Since that time we have only accepted new applications twice a year. 

This program was designed completely by our members.  A small group of 154 long-time readers put their heads together in a focus group that we created way back in 2006.  I asked them what was most important, and they gave me some great answers. 

Since that time we've positioned the Gold Circle as our premier membership program.  We've delivered a ton of value in our Deal Alerts, no holds barred reports, Special Offers, and bonuses. 

But in keeping with our values, it has a pretty small price that we deliberately keep low.

Keep reading to see what all you'll gain as part of the small elite group, and sign up at the bottom of this page to become a member before I close the doors for another six months or more.

What You'll Gain by Becoming a
Gold Circle Member   

Deal Alerts to Help you Save Big $$$.  We've told our customers how to get $99 Continental Tickets to London (or $499 Business Class), 20,000 Northwest WorldPerks Miles.  When there's a gem of an offer out there, we'll let you know right away.  I also guarantee that these deal alerts aren't common.  If you subscribe to other travel newsletters, you likely won't see them anywhere but in the Gold Circle.  We don't send a lot of emails, so when you get them, you know to pay attention. 
  
Become a discount travel guru.  Special reports released only for Gold Circle members will help you travel for less - just like the Discount Airlines report we commissioned last week.  We're currently working hard on a Cruise Buyer's Guide and an updated American Express Membership Rewards report for the Gold Circle members.
   
Never worry about missing out on an Ultimate Travel Life Special Offer.  Last summer, we had to close the doors early on a $19 Half-Price Hotel deal.  We took a waiting list, but only 15% of those people were able to order due to high sales and low inventory.  When you join the Gold Circle, you'll always get priority treatment for each of our deals. You'll also get a guaranteed 12% discount on every product we produce or endorse.

Learn more about worldwide travel.  I spent four years living in Africa as a full-time volunteer, but I also travel extensively for fun and research.  Last fall I went to Southeast Asia for two weeks, writing columns for our Gold Circle members about huge discounts there.  I also included a "Toothpaste Smuggler" series on my failed attempt to circumvent the crazy security rules imposed on travelers during that time. Over the next five years, I plan to visit every country in the world, and Gold Circle members will get the full, unedited story behind those adventures.

Ensure Priority Support through a dedicated email address and toll-free number.  You'll always be able to reach us quickly with any questions or comments. I also provide limited travel advice to Gold Circle members (not available to general readers -- there are too many!)

Current Features for All Members

*Regular "Deal Alerts" to help you take advantage of special promotions and airline mistakes

*Ongoing, permanent 12% discount on all IT Special Offers

*Annual Contests with free Jet Blue plane tickets and Marriott hotel nights as rewards

*Dedicated email address and toll-free phone number

*Advance notice on Special Offers

*4x a year, Chris’s Travel Trends Newsletter

*Special reports designed to help you travel for pennies on the dollar

*Refer-a-Friend program where we reward you with cash and Marriott hotel nights for sending us new customers

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ANNOUNCEMENT LIST BONUS: All new members who sign up for the $1 trial will get a FREE online copy of our  popular "Rock-Bottom Budget Travel" report.  This report sells for $29 every day and reveals a number of great secrets of staying in great hotels like Sheraton, Marriott, and Hilton. 

The report includes secrets like these:

*Detailed instructions on "auto driveaway" programs where you can rent cars for free

*Home Exchange options that include the use of vehicles while you're there

*Dozens of lodging opportunities for *under $20 a night* (no, that's not a typo)

*Castle Stays in Europe for the same price of a hotel, including a full breakfast

*"Floating hostels" where you can sleep in a sailboat for as little as $5 a night after sightseeing

*The inside scoop on "Couchsurfing" -- the new phenomenon of staying for absolutely no charge in thousands of homes around the world

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Additional Bonus: All new members will get my "Toothpaste Smuggle" essay series, written live on location from Southeast Asia.  This got great reviews from Gold Circle members.

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Some of the updates and tips that have been shared
just in the last 90 days include:

Earn $200 cash for your vacation snapshots - Do you have a camera?  Can you take some simple photos?  If so, we've found a company that will train you and refer you to publishers willing to pay $200 or more for taking some pictures on your next vacation.  One couple paid for their entire 7-night cruise this way!

25,000 Bonus United Mileage Plus Miles for just $129 - Are 25,000 United Miles worth $129 to you?  They should be, since you can then use the miles to book a ticket anywhere in the United States or Canada worth up to $899.  This great deal is still on, and we'll show you where to get it. 

Discount Airlines Reviewed!  More than 30 U.S. and Canadian airlines provide alternate service to the big, expensive carriers - and often with better service too.  This free guide for our members includes route maps and reviews of each airline.  Learn which discount airlines provide the best value for your needs.

Round-the-World Ticketing Info - Did you know you can often travel around the world, visiting both Asia and Europe for less than the price of flying to just one overseas location?  It's true... and you'll often rack up more than 28,000 Frequent Flyer Miles just for making the trip

Priceline Strategy Guide - Priceline can be a great resource or a quick way to spend too much money.  How do you know the difference?  By using two free web sites that show you exactly how much to bid for your airfare or hotel rooms.  You'll save money for yourself as well as all your friends!

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Independent Reviews, and the
Ultimate Price Guarantee

I'm so certain you'll be thrilled that I'm going to take a big risk.  The Gold Circle program will eventually cost about $29-35 a month.  For a limited time, though, you can be locked into an even lower "Insiders-only" price. Even if the price is raised later on for new members, you'll continue to pay the same rate.

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But before you decide... don't take it from me. Listen or read what these members have to say.

Click the "Play' button on the left to hear the audio.) 

The adventure so far has been a good one. The response to emails excellent and I can see myself utilizing this service much in the future. I appreciate when our neighbour south of the border includes us in what they are doing especially when they have knowledge which helps us all.  Thank you Insider team and best of luck on future endeavors. -Bill Wiksar, Regina,Saskatchewan

Gold Circle was instrumental in my summer plans this year. My husband and I are teachers and were able to take three weeks for traveling. We drove across country with a planned destination of Los Angeles, CA (we live in NY) Using your hotel report, my husband, my two teenage sons and myself were able to turn what was to be a three week vacation into a five week vacation which included a trip to Seattle Washington where I was able to visit my oldest brother whom I haven't seen in over 17 years. The hotel listings were accurate and gave us many different options to chose from depending upon where we were in the US. This allowed us to add on to the vacation as the hotels were proving not to cost as much as we originally thought. This was due to the report from Gold Circle that I received last year. Next year is a family reunion in Seattle where I intend to share the certificates for flights with a few other siblings (there are eight of us) so that they too can fly across to Washington to join us for the reunion. So, not only do I thank you for your the services you provide, but the entire Dodd clan thanks you. -Michelle Dodd-Haarhaus, New York, NY

I am an unseasoned traveler from Canada who has found your program so very informative and beneficial on the ins and outs of making my travel dollars work best for me - that as a result I shall be taking two vacations per year now - one in the spring another in the fall. Truly enjoy all your advice, comments and easy reading, especially now that it is more relevant to those of us living in Canada. Have not hesitated to tell my friends about your wonderful site. -Bev Lewis, Toronto, Ontario

The first thing I did after joining the Gold Circle was to book a trip to Toronto and found that I saved the cost of my wife's airfare based on the quote I received only 2 days earlier. Needless to say I will continue to be a member. -David Ryan, Calgary, Alberta

I have been enjoying Chris's efforts with all the information to make traveling more affordable and with the inside information as to how to make it happen! All this when I have a daughter-in-law who is a travel agent and she tells me nothing!  So go figure.....I live 6 months in Canada and 6 months in the states, and would like to know how to better take advantage of your promos, some for each country, rather than all only good in one or the other. Any info you could give on that would really be appreciated.! The plane tickets are really a good deal, without having to stay at a hotel. Keep it up Chris...Thanks from an old timer! -Patricia Craig, Vancouver, B.C. / Seattle, Washington

When I signed up as a Gold Circle member I knew I was getting some good deals! What I didn't expect was to get excellent rates, promotions back to back extra informational packets, flyer miles information, etc. I'm so glad to have you guys around for these great deals. I know my family and I can travel a lot more for a lot less with the help from you products you offer. Also for giving as gifts! Family members don't have a clue on how we can give them flights for gifts or a weekend stay somewhere they choose. Thanks for the great products and information. -Scott Dionne, San Diego, California

Gold Circle has been a wonderful feature for me to use and navigate the travel features of the internet and World. I am grateful for the relationship and highly recommend it to all who come across it. Its simple language and experience has expanded my reach to travel beyond what I thought were limitations of my resources. An incredible relationship. -Michael Cervantes, Gainesville, Florida

I have had the most wonderful experience in joining the Gold Circle travel club. I enjoy the tips and the information and most of all the discounts I have had the opportunity to take. On top of every thing however, is the down home, no pressure attitude from the owner. He simply provides and it is up to you to grab the opportunities that are out there. --Kristi Henson, Boston, Massachusetts

 

I'm from Arizona and I I just got back from vacation in Chicago, and all my friends are jealous! I used what I learned in the newsletters and tip emails, and got a nice suite for 50% off. The best thing about the trip was the rental car. Months ago you sent out tips on rental cars and I studied it like there would be a test knowing I was going on vacation soon. I ended up with a Chrysler 300M for the same price I had reserved an Aveo for earlier. With my fake diamond -studded Gucci sunglasses, me and my friend felt like Hollywood stars. A little boy started screaming "Mom, Mom, I love that car! That's my car!" and all these people were staring at us as the boy and Mom came close to the curb while we were stopped to see who we were. They even got behind the car to read the license plate!  I should've given him my autograph!! Gold Circle is saving me good money and I'm having a great time! Thanks, Chris! I appreciate it. -Juli Fletcher, Flagstaff, Arizona

There's no risk - I want you to be absolutely thrilled.  To make sure of that, I'm giving you full access for one dollar to get started.  That's right, you pay nothing - and there are no shipping costs, processing fees, or anything else. 

The price is just $1 for the first 14 days, then $19.95 for each month after that.  There is no-risk, no commitment, and you can cancel at any time - even before the first $19.95 is due.

This is something I'm really proud of, and I'm happy to say to you...

"We'd like to invite you to join
the Gold Circle group...
Can we give you a risk-free trial?"

The cost for Gold Circle membership is only $29 $19.95 a month.  I guarantee you won't be disappointed and you can cancel at any time.  To prove it to you, we'll even give you the first 14 days for $1.  If you're not thrilled, nothing further will be due.  

Click the "Sign-Up for the $1 Trial!" button below to complete your order and go to the Gold Circle Welcome Site. 

YES, I'd like to try it out with no risk!

Pricing: $1 for the first 14 days, $19.95 each month afterwards.  Cancel at any time with no commitment.

Ordering Instructions: On the next page you can sign up for the trial with any major credit card.  This is valid for both U.S. and Canadian customers and you DO NOT need to use PayPal. After your order is complete, check your email account to make sure you received a confirmation message from us within 24 hours. If you have any problems, please contact us immediately as space in this program is limited. 

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More Reviews from Gold Circle Members

"The information is excellent... I saved lots of money"

Thanks for asking for my thoughts about your discount travel program - I am happy to comment.  The information is excellent. I had a great trip using and saved lots of money. In fact, it has helped not only me but others in my family. Thank you!

David Becker
Atlanta, Georgia
 

"Planning my trip to Europe a lot easier"

Thank you for your e-mails. They have been chock full of information I had no idea about and have made planning my trip to Europe on a limited budget a lot easier.

Alison Moore
Toronto, Ontario

"You saved our vacation"

You guys are awesome!  The information has been great and you really saved our vacation. Thank you!

Lauren Foster
Columbus, Ohio
 

"I am a travel agent... this is the way business should be"

Your courteous replies and "no pressure" sales model instill confidence.  I am a travel agent and have been recommending you to my clients. This is the way business should be. 

Annette Woodrow
Portland, Oregon

"Please keep sending information"

Chris, I have been reading and enjoying your emails.  I am in the process now of getting my passport so I may take you up on some of these opportunities.  Please keep sending information.  Thanks!

Brenda Vodden
Ann Arbor, Michigan
 

"Nothing complicated about the information"

The information that I get is very useful and helpful. You guys are great and very detailed.  There is nothing complicated about the information. 

Lily MacLean
Namaimo, British Columbia

"This is a real bargain"

Thank you very much. You are answering my questions before I ask.  This is a real bargain and we appreciate what you are doing. 

John Berry
Riverside, California
 

"Very informative and helpful... many great deals for hotel rooms and flights"

Your information is very informative and helpful. There are many great deals for hotel rooms and flights all over the country and other nations.

Bill Lesoto
Morgan Stanley Global Investor Group
New York, New York

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"Thank you so much for the offer... I did receive the airline certificates... and that is a great offer.  I do appreciate your customer service as well.  Thank you for being so efficient in communicating to me and your help with sending the reservation form to my sister in Florida."

Rachelle Clement
Boston, Massachusetts 

"Thank you for providing your expertise in low cost travel to everyone. I look forward to being able to travel more, spend less, and make it as special as possible using your Deal Alerts as a fundamental source of inspiration."

Margo Rosenblatt
Wichita Falls, Kansas 

"I became a member earlier this year and want to say how useful the information has been to date.  I appreciate your help tremendously."

Lisa Alito
Brooklyn, New York

"By all means use my comments on your site. If I may be more specific, what I have found especially useful has been the information on consolidator travel.  Some of the consolidators also do travel from destinations originating outside the US - which is good for me since I travel all over the world. I am currently looking to do a trip from Ghana to India. The business class fares are also quite do-able for many routes."

Josephine Howell
Sierra Vista, Arizona 

"Chris, thank you so much for your reply!  I also want to let you know how much I appreciate you and your service.  You are always on top of things, and you report information in any easy to follow and understand format.  You provide a great service to us 'traveling dummies'!"

Jane Hall
Minneapolis, Minnesota  

"Thanks for all your help recently - it makes me feel secure to know that you are mutually concerned about my experience."

Jennifer Aaron
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

"I do than you for your quick replies regarding my questions.  This is something that you don't see much anymore and it shows the commitment to your company. Thank you!"

Justin Oliver
Toronto, Ontario 

"Just a note to say our Travel Package arrived earlier than we expected.  Thank you very much. This is so exciting, I can hardly wait to get started."

Bev Taylor
San Diego, California 

"Thanks for your prompt reply. You have a wonderful travel program.  Thanks you so much for everything, you are truly the kind of person the public likes to do business with."

Mary Franklin
Atlanta, Georgia 

"It is nice to be dealing with a people company. :)"

Variya Salo
Pico Rivera, CA

"I have many friends and family members that have really never been anywhere out of the state because they can't afford very much for airfare and accommodations.  Insider Travel is truly bringing joy to them! I can't wait to see them plan a really nice vacation!  Thanks again for everything."

Peggy Saville
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

"Your website and offers are ahead of the pack!  I travel often and have to say I am very impressed with the quality and timeliness you bring to this industry..."

Kristine Cline
Alpharetta, Georgia

"Hi Chris - thanks to you, I just stumbled upon a real offer!  I signed up for a United Mileage Plus Credit Card and will receive 25,000 miles after my first purchase!  That saved a lot of hassle... Thanks for all of your tips."

Maria Rice
Vancouver, British Columbia

"My husband and I wish to thank you for your grand program. I've gone through most of it - it looks great. Now to find the right and cheapest ticket so I can go visit my son and daughter-in-law and meet my two grandchildren which I haven't met yet - except on telephone and pictures and my grandson is nearly 5.

Yes, that's right, I have not seen my son in 5 years. They live in New Zealand and my other son lives in London, England. Same with him - 5 years.

This mother's heart longs for her sons and their families. You made a visit possible - I'm very, very grateful. God bless you."

Lynn and Bill Pomeroy
Jackson, Wyoming

"I do appreciate the letters, suggestions and new information. Definitely I am learning plenty. It is excellent to be able to establish communication via email or a telephone where a human voice will respond. Thank you."

Manuel Arce 
Redmond, Washington

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Final Comments - These are from our Gold Circle Focus Group, who just completed a survey to put together the re-launch this week:

"The deals for airlines have been great. Also, the hotel deals have been interesting. I have made contact with consolidators that I found out from you, and they were great."

"Quick response to email questions or problems. Doesn't take days."

"I enjoy the updates and the personal touch that goes with it.  It seems like I'm doing business with a friend instead of a company."

"Having a heads up on deals and also seeing your travel tips is fantastic."

"I have been slowly reading all your info and I'm learning a lot. Cost savings! As retirees we love the discounted prices."

"I just completed the first survey and started reading the information that followed. THANK YOU! The information you offer is interesting and very helpful. I have accrued many Frequent Flyer miles (mixed from different airlines) and probably have lost some, due to not using them. I didn't know what my options were before reading your articles. This section alone was very beneficial to me! I will continue to recommend your travel service to my friends and family."

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"Very helpful information... saved $216 dollars the same day I joined."

"Thank you for being so courteous and professional... I am very impressed"

"I received everything as promised and have found it easy to get started."

"I just joined last week and have already received my member kit.  What great service!"

Chris, I was very skeptical at first with regards to buying a membership at such a reasonable price and what I received for my money, the free plane tickets, cruise, and hotel voucher; plus an extra "thank you" to you for the extra free bonus. Thank you for delivering what you "PROMISED"!

Michael B.
Richmond, Indiana

I believe “all” is falling into place. I appreciate your help tremendously.  Blessings for a beautiful day!

Lisa L.
Santa Cruz, California

"I became a member earlier this year and want to say how useful the information has been to date.  If I may be more specific, what I have found especially useful has been the information on consolidator travel.  Some of the consolidators also do travel from destinations originating outside the US -- which is good for me since I travel all over the world. I am currently looking to do a trip from Ghana to India.  The business class fares are also quite do-able for many routes."

Josephine A.
Wylie, Texas

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"I really enjoy your ticketing referral system. Last time, the tickets you did offer to fly from Baltimore (BWI) to Orange CA (round trip ) really did help me financially. I travel every month to CA on business and I surely will contact your ticketing system to buy my future tickets. Right now I have no idea when I would fly to CA again and I know for sure it will be in August but the date and time is not as yet known to me due to the complexity of my work load here in Maryland where I reside."

John Maxwell
Baltimore, Maryland

"Dear Chris, Just a friendly note to say that I am quite excited about my first travel adventure with Gold Circle. There are many networking business adventures coming my way and I think your service will assist me."

LyMartin C.
Juilliard School, New York