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  • Why We Love To Work at Get Away Today

    Monday, March 29, 2010
    Get Away Today is known for its legendary customer service and we know that good customer service comes from happy Customer Service Representatives.  We're celebrating our 20th Anniversary this year and we love our company.  We asked some of our employees here why they love working at Get Away Today and this is what they said: Megan, Reservation...
  • Get Away Today Holiday Hours

    Thursday, December 24, 2009
    Get Away Today wishes you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  Because we'll be celebrating the holidays, we'll have limited hours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.  New reservations can be made online any time, or over the phone with a reservation agent any time during "New Reservations" hours. ...
  • Make the Most Out of Giving a Vacation as a Gift

    Monday, December 14, 2009
    Vacations are the perfect way to guarantee a memorable gift for anyone; that special someone, your immediate and/or extended family, and friends.  There are few things better than giving gifts and vacations.  When you put gift giving and a vacation together, it's the perfect combination.  Part of the fun of vacations is the anticipation and...
  • Why No One Remembers Your Christmas Gifts... And How We Can Help

    Monday, December 07, 2009
    Are you tired of giving and getting the same old things every year?  If you're anything like the rest of us, the answer is yes.  First of all, here are just a few problems with the typical holiday gifts that you've given (and received) in the past: 1. They don't want it. No one really wants (another) Christmas sweater. 2. They don't use it. The...
  • Get Away Today's Black Friday Sale

    Friday, November 27, 2009
    Save an extra $25 by using promo code: "BlackFriday" when checking out on any 2 night or longer Disneyland® Resort package including tickets booked now through December 4, 2009 for travel now - December 31, 2010. Applies to new packages only. Pair your extra $25 savings with any of our exclusive specials below: ...
  • Peace of Mind Plan

    Thursday, October 15, 2009
    At Get Away Today we understand that things come up, so in addition to memorable vacation packages, you can now purchase Peace of Mind and Travel Flexibility!  With this protection plan, just $30 covers any and all changes (excluding airfare) made up to 72 hours before your check-in date on any of our Southern California vacation packages.*...
  • A Message from Get Away Today's Owners: What Makes Us Different

    Friday, August 14, 2009
    We are different. We’ve always been this way. Because our goal is providing affordable, fun, memory-filled vacations for you and your children, we’ve always given back to the ones who’ve made us successful…KIDS! For 20 years we’ve given a portion of the purchase price back to local schools (through their great school foundations) and children’s hospitals. So far we’ve donated more than $2...
  • Get Away Today Loves Dads

    Wednesday, June 17, 2009
    At Get Away Today, we know how hard dads work, so we’d like to help you give them a break this Father’s Day! Create memories that will last a lifetime with your family at the Disneyland® Resort or in sunny San Diego. Show the dad in your life how much he means with quality time together. Book a vacation now, or purchase a gift certificate and plan one together for the...
  • 4 Top Reasons to Book Your Next Vacation With Get Away Today

    Tuesday, June 09, 2009
    We know you have lots of travel choices when it comes to booking your next vacation, and we work hard to be your #1 travel provider.  Here are the top 4 reasons why you should let Get Away Today help you book your next vacation: #1 Best Prices:  Getting the best price on vacations is more important than ever to families.  As a family owned business, we're very conscientious of the...
  • Your Summer Vacation Just Got Easier With Our New Payment Plans!

    Monday, June 08, 2009
    Get Away Today is pleased to announce that to help with your summer vacation, we are offering a new interest free Payment Plan!  For just a $50 fee you can make as many payments as you would like on your vacation for up to 3 weeks before your departure date.  Your first payment requires a minimum payment of $125, which includes the $50 Payment Plan fee. The remaining amount will be applied to your total purchase...
  • Souvenir Savings for Your Disney Vacation from Get Away Today!

    Monday, June 01, 2009
    Get Away Today has been providing the lowest prices on vacation packages since 1990.  Now, we're offering souvenir savings with our package upgrades, guaranteed to enhance your vacation experience.  Choose from a wide array of Disney package upgrades selected with our guests in mind.  Any of these fun packages would make a perfect gift before a vacation to start the excitement, or as a thrilling surprise when you check-in to your hotel.  Choose from any of our newest Disney...
  • Happy May Day from Get Away Today

    Friday, May 01, 2009
    May is here, and that means if you haven't already done so, it's time to start planning your summer vacation!  At Get Away Today we offer the most popular vacation destinations in the world.  Check out our amazing specials to the Disneyland® Resort,  San...
  • Celebrate Your Birthday at the Disneyland® Resort in 2009!

    Monday, January 26, 2009
    Celebrate life’s happiest moments at The Happiest Place on Earth! Only in 2009 can you receive FREE admission to the Disneyland® Resort on your birthday!  For the BEST experience, we recommend purchasing a multi-day ticket and getting your choice of one of these three amazing birthday gifts!  -FREE Disney gift card good for...
  • Get Away Today Holiday Hours

    Wednesday, December 24, 2008
    Happy Holidays from Get Away Today!  If you're looking to book your vacation during the holidays, our website is available all day, every day.  We'll be taking reservations over the phone on Christmas Eve from 9am-1pm MST.  We'll be closed Christmas Day and re-open the day after Christmas from 9am-5pm.  On New Year's Eve we'll be booking vacation...
  • Get Away Today Donates to Local Food Drive

    Monday, December 22, 2008
    This year for our annual Christmas party, Get Away...
  • Get Away Today Makes Sizable Donation: Press Release

    Thursday, December 18, 2008
    OGDEN, December 17, 2008 —Get Away Today Vacations, a South Ogden based travel company that specializes in Southern California vacations, is pleased to report a sizeable cash donation to the Children’s Miracle Network, local school district foundations, and other various charities. Owners, Chuck and...
  • Book Your Group Vacation with Get Away Today!

    Monday, December 15, 2008
    At Get Away Today, we believe vacations should be about creating memories that will last a lifetime.  Getting everyone together for that unforgettable experience has great rewards, but it can also take a lot of work to plan a vacation for a large group.  That’s why we make planning your group vacation as...
  • Best Price, Best Service, Best Places Guarantee

    Thursday, December 11, 2008
    At Get Away Today we want your vacation dreams to come true just as much as you do! That’s why we pride ourselves on providing the best prices and best service to the best places.  Here is our guarantee to you: Best Price: As a family owned and operated company, we work hard to save you money! We are dedicated to making...
  • How Much Does It Cost To Drive?

    Monday, December 08, 2008
    When planning a vacation, one of the first questions you may ask yourself is "How much will it cost?"  Deciding how to get there can majorly affect the cost of your vacation.  We've created a formula that you can use to determine how much it will cost your family to drive to our two most popular vacation destinations:  Disneyland and ...
  • Road Trip Tips for Drive To Destinations

    Monday, October 27, 2008
    Whether your vacation plans take you to the Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, Las Vegas, San Diego or any of our other vacation hotspots, you need to plan ahead....
  • Your Peace of Mind is Worth A Lot!

    Monday, September 08, 2008
    At Get Away Today we understand that things come up, so in addition to fabulous vacations, you can now purchase Peace of Mind!  With this new protection plan, just $30 covers any and all changes (excluding airfare) made up to 72 hours before your check-in date.*  ...
  • Disneyland Resort: Holiday Tips from Get Away Today

    Thursday, August 28, 2008
    With holiday magic abounding, the Disneyland® Resort is quickly becoming one of the most popular destinations for holiday travel.  We hope you saw our post from August 18 with a sneak peek at what your family will be able to experience this year during Holidays at the Disneyland® Resort (November 21, 2008-January 4, 2009).  Here are some tips on how to make...
  • Gas Prices!

    Monday, May 19, 2008
    Jennifer Dunyon (Vice President Of Communications for Get Away Today Vacations) Talks about gas prices, and traveling this summer! The average price of gas in Utah is $3.40 and the average in California is $3.80, so I used an average price of $3.60...