So whether you’re headed to these spots, to a fireworks show near you, or just plan to relax at home, have a HAPPY and SAFE 4th!

Divas, we’re in the final stretch! In almost two weeks, the long anticipated Sex and the City movie will premiere on silver screens across the country. For years, we’ve watched the lives of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda unfold on the HBO series. We’ve fantasized about what it would be like to walk the streets of Manhattan in designer clothes, have breakfast/lunch/dinner at the city’s finest restaurants, and of course, cosmopolitans at the some of the most exclusive hotspots. Although these girls had TONS of love affairs come and go, their undying love will definitely be for New York City.

So, just as NYC is an important part of Sex and the City (80% of it was filmed on location), the show has become an important part of New York. The city is gearing up for the movie premiere, and welcoming those who plan to get a taste of their own real-life version of Sex and the City.

There’s even a been a section created on the NYC & Company website just for SATC fans and prospective NYC visitors. According to its website, NYC & Company is ‘the official marketing, tourism and partnership organization for the City of New York, dedicated to maximizing travel and tourism opportunities…building economic prosperity and spreading the positive image of New York City worldwide’. So, that’s pretty big! (no pun intended)

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Wanna plan a trip NYC to channel your inner Carrie?
On Location Tours offers SATC tours of almost 40 locations featured on the SATC show, such as Carrie’s stoop and Charlotte’s art gallery, and sneak peak at some of those featured in the film. So put your stilettos on hop on the bus!

When: Daily at 11am and 3pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 10am, 11am, and 3pm. Private tours also available.
How Much: $40 per ticket (plus $2 ticket fee)
Where: Near Fifth Avenue and 58th Street (exact location provided upon purchase)
Advanced purchase is required, as this tour usually sells out.

For those who want to be a little more glamorous…and have deeper pockets, Destination on Location, lets you BE Carrie. This $15,000 package (excluding airfare) comes with:
- Gifts like Carrie’s ‘Eiffel Tower’ bag and a custom nameplate necklace like Carrie.
- VIP treatment with a private car to drive you around town, a private cocktail party with Jimmy Choo, a meet and greet with a red carpet designer, and your very own fashion shoot!
- Confirmed exclusive reservations at restaurants like Cafeteria, where many of the brunch scenes were filmed.
- And much much more…
Now, talk about getting a piece of the City!

If you just want to be in NYC to celebrate the premiere, here’s some specials to get you there by the May 30th.
Travelocity: 3 nights + air as low at $571.
Expedia: 3 nights + airs as low as $437.
Final price subject to change

Okay, I know our blog is supposed to showcase how to travel affordably and see the world without breaking the bank. But, a Diva can dream occasionally, right? I dream that some day my eight hour trek across the Atlantic won’t be cramped in the middle seat between Ms. Talk-a-lot and Mr. Snore-too-loud. SOME DAY I’ll have my very own ’section’ and be able to change my seat into a bed…an office… a movie theater…a lounge…whatever I want! Some day, I tell ya.

Although I have dreams of traveling with the first class treatment in the future, it’s a reality today for passengers who travel on Eos Airlines. In operation since 2005, Eos Airlines provides flights between New York’s JFK Airport and London’s Stansted Airport. With only 48 seats on the aircraft and each seat having 21 sq. ft of personal space, Eos boasts that it has 40% more room than traditional business class cabins. This personal space does come with a price tag, however. Ranging from $2950 for weekend travel to $6500 for last minute bookings, Eos Airlines isn’t for the average Joe (or Joanna), but its fares are considered to be quite reasonable for ‘Joe, CEO’.

More travelers will have the opportunity to fly with Eos as the airline is scheduled to add new routes in places such as Newark (this Spring) and Paris (this Fall). Also, Eos is offering a promotional package to those who book a flight by April 11, 2008. If you purchase a ticket with a fare of $4000 or more, you can receive your choice of an iPod Classic or frequent flyer points. Purchasing a ticket with a fare less than $4000 will give you an iPod nano or points. Question though….if you’re dishing out $4K for a plane ticket, are you really too strapped to buy an iPod in the first place?? I mean, really. But it’s nice for them to offer, I guess.






A roundtrip ticket on Eos Airlines may not fit this JetSet Diva’s budget right now, but it’s our duty to share cool travel stories with our reading community. If anyone has flown with Eos or ever gets the chance to…tell us about your experience. For now, I’ll just keep on dreamin’ and say, “That’s fly”…

1) Paris, France - The City of Lights and the foundation of all classic love stories.









2) Italy
Rome- A visit to the Trevi Fountain to wish for true love is a must.




 
Venice - Who wouldn’t love to end the day with a Gondola ride. (An easy 5 hour train ride from Rome…kill two birds with one international plane ticket.)






 
3) Ithaca, Greek Islands - Home of Odysseus an intial suitor of Helen of Troy. Destroyed by fire years ago, no building on the island is over 50 years old.

4) Aruba - Crystal clear water and white sand beaches….need we say more??

5) New York City - Much closer to home and filled with romantic attractions.








For other suggested cities, AOL as their own list of Romantic Cities.
Do you have a suggestion? Tell us about your romantic rendevous!

Surprise your sweetie with a little JetSet love…Check out these Valentine’s Day Escapades specials from Air France .