The London Eye ranks near the top of the popularity poll for London attractions. Should it be at the top of your itinerary priorities?

From heights up to 440 feet, a panoramic view of one of the world's greatest cities rolls out beneath you. There are no stairs to climb and the capsule protects you from wind, rain and cold.

But the cost of admission and the time (at peak tourist periods) it requires might make you think twice about a ride, especially on a first visit to London. Take a look at a travel review of the London Eye and decide if it's worth your time and money.

Here's the latest list of 10 travel deals for this week. Many of these links lead to offers with a very limited shelf life, so if you're interested, act quickly. But don't act so quickly that you miss the fine print. Spring Travel Deals aren't quite so fleeting, and are also worth a look. Among this week's deals: a free gasoline card with hotel booking, a Memorial Day cruise sale and discounts on pre-summer hotel reservations.

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Budget travelers aren't always the first in line for a free airline upgrade.

After all, we don't always pay full price or fly hundreds of thousands of miles each year. The free upgrades usually go to people who have spent a lot of money and demonstrated loyalty to the airline.

But there are times when a free upgrade comes your way quite unexpectedly. No one can give you a fool-proof formula for making it happen, but there are a few things you can do that might improve your odds.

Take a look at steps you can take to increase your chances of a free airline upgrade.

Millions of visitors arrive in Las Vegas each year with little understanding of the city. The mistakes that spring from this lack of knowledge can lead to overspending.

It's very easy to spend far too much for show tickets, hotel rooms and entertainment.

It's a unique and popular destination, so budget travelers should consider at least 8 Costly Las Vegas Travel Mistakes and tips for avoiding those pitfalls.

Extra: Take a look at costly travel mistakes in other cities.