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The difficult economy has made a lot of people think twice before splurging on a romantic getaway. The possibility of jetting off to exotic beach destinations or a cozy bed and breakfast seems like it isn't as easy as it used to be now that gas costs more than a Starbucks Venti and airlines are raising their prices in concert.

However, there are still some deals to be found that can make a relaxing getaway more attainable. Social media is one place to look for great travel deals. Airline, hotel and travel booking companies are using social media as a way to offer discounts that you may not find elsewhere. There are many good Twitter sites to follow, including @traveldeals and @travel_ticker. The social shopping sites like Groupon and LivingSocial are another source of travel deals. Right now, for example, LivingSocial is offering affordable weekend getaways and vacations via LivingSocial Escapes.