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Do Your Research Before Traveling - Travel Agents vs the Internet
When planning to take a trip, it is advisable to spend some time
doing research even if you are booking through a Travel Agent.
This research could save you a significant amount of money and
perhaps prevent a miserable stay in a sub-standard...
Getting a Bargain Vacation: Travel at the Off Times
For many people, a vacation is just too expensive. They don't think they can afford to go someplace nice because they don't have the money to do it. But often, this is just because they are looking only at the "peak" times to travel.
What is a...
How To Get Cheap Travel Tickets
HOW TO GET CHEAP TRAVEL TICKETS
With planning, foresight and a little bit of hard work, you can
go ahead and have that dream vacation the economical way. Here's
how:
*Search the internet, call airline agencies and watch the news
to...
RoomSaver.com Travelers Prefer More Than One
September 21, 2005- A recent poll of RoomSaver.com's Travel club members reveals that the majority of the respondents prefer to take more than just one trip per year, stay more than just 1-2 nights per trip, and travel with at least one other...
Travel Industry Trends and Predictions 2004
This article collects our thoughts about new trends in the travel industry and tourism markets, especially with regard to sustainable tourism. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, and is quite general. These trends are included as an...
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Access To The Best Travel Deals
Getting the Most Out of Your Travel Deals
The lowest and the cheapest travel deals are not always the best
deal. Today, travelers could be overwhelmed by the numerous
travel deals being offered. Therefore you should weigh all
options before choosing the right one in order to get the most
out of it.
The greatest secret to getting an affordable airfare or best
travel discounts is to know your budget and what do you really
want. Additionally, you should shop and compare deals until you
run out of options and choose the best among them.
And importantly, always plan ahead. Nothing is too early when it
comes to vacation planning. This will give you ample time to
search and choose.
Whether you're a business traveler or planning a family
vacation, here are some travel tips to save you money and choose
the best deal:
1. Buy your ticket directly. Travel agents usually charge
between $15 and $35 per ticket.
2. Buy your ticket all at the same time instead of buying one at
a time. Booking fee may be discounted.
3. Booking for a package tour could be a wise choice for some
destinations.
4. When planning a more complex trip, a travel agent can save
you more time and money.
5. Compare prices online for the best deal. There are websites
that help travelers to shop and compare. Some also provide
travel tips and guidelines.
6. Play the seasons. Some travel destinations are cheapest at
certain times or season of the year. Booking for an off-peak
season also would give you the best
deal. 7. Be flexible with
travel dates and times. Some airlines and hotels offer
substantial discounts if you book one or two days earlier.
8. Smaller airlines often have lesser fees. Additionally, small
airlines don't necessarily mean smaller airplanes.
9. Alternative airport also could provide you with substantial
discounts. Ask your travel agent about it.
10. Plan ahead. The earlier you book, the better deal you will
have.
11. Buy trip insurance. Insurance will not only save your life
but also could save you money. If you end up being sick in
foreign country, your insurance back home might not cover it.
Thus you might end up using your vacation budget on
hospitalization.
12. Sign up for hotel and airline awards programs. Chain hotels
usually have award programs; take advantage of it especially if
you are a frequent business traveler. Finally, never stop
bargaining, always explore the possibility of lower airfare,
lower hotel rates. However, it is important to weigh and compare
all options since not all cheap travel deals will give you the
travel value you deserved. Travel will be more enjoyable if you
get the most of your hard earn vacation budget.
About the author:
Jay is the web owner of http://www.airline-tickets.biz Airline Tickets, a
website that provides information and resources on vacations,
airfare, hotels, and travel. You can visit his website at:
http://www.hotels-in.net Discount Hotels
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