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Dreading the start of winter? This week, travel deals publisher, is featuring Fort Lauderdale as its Destination of the Week, with discounts on airfare, hotels and activities. Here's how to turn those deals into an affordable long weekend.

To get there from the West Coast, take advantage of Virgin America's new nonstop service from San Francisco, Seattle, Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas, which starts Nov. 18. One-way flights start at $99 through Feb. 10.

AirTran is also offering sales from 50 cities to Fort Lauderdale. One-way flights from Raleigh and San Antonio start at $64 for travel through Feb. 10. Book by Nov. 10.

Starwood Hotels and Resorts is offering discounts at three of its Fort Lauderdale hotels, including the Westin Beach Resort for $109 a night (normally $169). Book by Dec. 5 for stays through Dec. 17. There is a three-night minimum.

For a really cheap vacation, the Hollywood Beach Hotel & Hostel has beds for $15 a night. Or splurge on a family room (sleeps six) starting at $99 a night.

With these discounts, it's possible to book a weekend getaway for two in mid-December, flying out of Los Angeles with three nights at the Westin, for about $400 a person. Florida here we come!