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Who doesn't like to save a few bucks traveling? That's after all why most people come to Mobissimo. That and the fact that nine out of ten doctors recommend us. National Geographic Traveler also has a few tips to save you some duckets, though they totally missed the boat by not mentioning the hundreds of dollars of saving a good MobiCombo can deliver. Anyhoot, some of the more interesting tips from the 52 are:

• Trash your "cookies," small files (stored in your Internet browser) that record the websites you surf—and the transactions you make. Say you go online and purchase a $200 plane ticket from Chicago to Omaha. The next time you visit that site, you could be quoted a higher rate than what's actually available because of your spending history. Avoid this problem by deleting these files each time you log on; detailed instructions can be found under the "Help" option in your browser menu.

• When booking a multi-leg flight turn to a website with ITA Software. This simple-to-use technology allows you to search for airfare then e-mail an agent to see if a lower price can be found elsewhere. Sites such as Orbitz.com and CheapTickets.com use this software.

• Consider an alternate airport. Often cities are near multiple airports, and fares can vary dramatically from one to the next based on location and air carrier service. Washington, D.C., for example, is within driving distance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. But fares are often lower at Baltimore Washington, because it's farther away.

• Fly on a small, low-cost air carrier such as JetBlue or Southwest. You may not get luxe leather seats and personal TV screens on every flight, but who can argue with round-trip tickets for less than $100? For a directory of U.S. carriers, try ReidsGuides.com. For European carriers, check out Air-ticket-cheap.com; if going to Asia, log on to Attitude Travel. MobiNote: And, of course, you'll be pleasantly surprised to know we search most of the carriers these sites mention.

• Negotiate your room rate once you're there. During off-season slumps, some properties will barter. Go between 4 and 6 p.m., when the reservations agent will want to fill canceled rooms. Offering to pay cash and staying at least three nights will increase your chances of getting your asking price.