I know I’m not being terribly original when I say that I prefer traveling in Europe in the off-season rather than the height of summer, but it’s true. And it’s not just because the weather is more moderate and the crowds are less, either – it’s because the prices tend to come down. Which, these days, is a major factor when you’re vacation planning. Here are a few examples of Europe deals for this autumn:

• 7-night Mediterranean cruise from $699 – Including stops in Spain, Italy and France
• 4-night Amsterdam trip from $899 – Includes round-trip airfare & 4 hotel nights
• 6-night Greece vacation from $1,309 – Including round-trip airfare & 6 hotel nights in Athens
• 7-night Danube cruise from $1,849 – Includes stops in Vienna, Regensburg, and Nuremburg
• 1 night free in Spain – In Madrid or Valencia, you’ll get one night free at the Westin with a 3-5 night stay

Some of these deals are really a steal, and others are just “pretty good” if you’re already taking the trip. But be sure to check out all the deals – and read the details before you book! The dates by which you’ve got to book these vary with each deal, so pay attention to that especially.