Uh-oh, you've done it again. You've left planning for your holiday trip to the last minute and find your travel costs are much higher than you expected.
Well, it's not too late to get some last-minute savings. Even though travel peaks during the holidays, the cost of traveling nowadays is still less than it used to be. Plus, if you take action now, you can still shave some dollars from your holiday trip.
1. Comparison shop. You don't have much time, but the Internet makes comparison shopping faster and easier than ever. Check out aggregator sites like kayak.com, but don't forget to look at individual airline sites as well. And when you're comparing costs, remember to consider extra fees which aren't included in ticket prices, such as baggage fees and other additional charges.
2. Act fast. When you do find a good deal, book it. Companies usually make great packages available for a limited time only, so you may not find it again if you don't book it right now.
3. Plan to travel outside the peak periods. Don't fly on the day before or after the holiday. Midweek also tends to be cheaper than weekends.
4. Explore other airports near your destination. See if it's cheaper for you to fly to a nearby airport than where you originally planned go. Of course, factor in the cost of a cab or other transportation to get to your destination.
5. Try to book multiple flights with one or more connections instead of direct flights. Sure, direct flights are faster but they're also more expensive. If you're not in too much of a hurry - and if you're not traveling with small children - you just might save some serious money by taking a series of connecting flights.
6. Save on accommodations by stay at a relative's or friend's house. Or look for hotel deals such as special family packages or holiday deals. Also check out how much it costs to rent a condo or apartment, or find a home swapping deal.
7. If you're traveling to get away from it all, pick an off-season destination. For example, Las Vegas is cheaper during Christmastime than the rest of the year.
8. Look for deals on car rentals, if you need to rent a car. Again, the Internet is your best tool for finding hot deals.
9. if taking your own car, optimize its fuel consumption. Make sure all your tires are properly inflated, and replace your car engine's air filter. While you're at the mechanic, have your car checked to make sure it's road worthy.
10. Food expenses can really add up when you're traveling. To save on food, pack snacks and lunches to eat while you're traveling. And when you arrive, plan to prepare your own meals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans and invest some of your time and energy finding great deals (as opposed to putting everything in the hands of a travel agency) then you will save big money by following these tips.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
THE SHAMEFULLY GREADY AIRLINES
It doesn't matter if you call on the phone, go online to a discount travel site or use your local travel agent, the whole system is designed to get you to pay more for your flights than is fair.
The airlines work tirelessly to come up with new ways to extract the most money they can from you. The schemes they employ against their own customers sound like they were designed by organized crime.
With so many new fees, horrible service and no extras, you are paying way more and getting way less. Now they even want you to pay for your bags to come with you! There is not limit to how far the airlines will reach into your pocket.
I am ashamed to say that I know all of this because I used to be a part of the airline's crooked system...
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The airlines work tirelessly to come up with new ways to extract the most money they can from you. The schemes they employ against their own customers sound like they were designed by organized crime.
With so many new fees, horrible service and no extras, you are paying way more and getting way less. Now they even want you to pay for your bags to come with you! There is not limit to how far the airlines will reach into your pocket.
I am ashamed to say that I know all of this because I used to be a part of the airline's crooked system...
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT http://2f50d7fslck8ginyuftis4nn0t.hop.clickbank.net/
Kenya Beach Holidays
Kenya & East Africa have some of the best beaches in the world. Miles of sunny, tropical beaches and blue skies, in addition to great hotels, makes an African beach holiday the perfect compliment to a safari.
The beaches are reef-protected and therefore safe for swimming. We have a wide selection of Kenya beach holidays, ranging from 5 star hotels to private beach villas and cottages. Below is a list of locations and beach hotels.
Mombasa City
Mombasa is Kenya's second largest city and has a rich history dating back over 1500 years when it started as a trading port for merchant ships from the Orient, Arabi and Europe. The Portugese explorer, Vasco Da Gama, landed here in 1498 and established a Portugese colony at the coast.There are a range of hotels to the north and south of Mombasa, known as the North and South coast respectively.
Mombasa North Coast Beaches
These are beaches to the immediate north of Mombasa, upto and including the Kilifi beaches. The beaches include Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu and Kikambala. There are many hotels along this stretch though the concentration of the hotels thins out while moving towards Kilifi. There are various activities on offer ranging from nature trails to fishing and golf.
Mombasa South Coast
To get to " South Coast" from Mombasa, one takes the Ferry across a narrow channel, usually a colourful experience owing to lots of noise and bustle of the swahili people as they go about their daily business.South Coast is generally a quiter and cleaner stretch of coastline than the North coast. Beaches include Diani, Tiwi and Gazi, leading upto the Pemba area. Accommodation varies from hotels to cottages.
Lamu
Lamu is a small, historic coastal town, with narrow winding streets, old mosques, colourful markets and uses donkeys and dhows for transport rather than vehicles. The slow pace of life here, magnificent beaches and the rich culture make this an exotic place to visit where time seems to stand still. The perfect place for honeymooners and couples.
Zanzibar Island
This exotic island is famous for its beautiful beaches, rich Swahili culture , architecture and a very relaxed pace of life. Zanzibar has several quality hotels and resorts along its beaches as well as in Stone Town,it's interesting capital.
The beaches are reef-protected and therefore safe for swimming. We have a wide selection of Kenya beach holidays, ranging from 5 star hotels to private beach villas and cottages. Below is a list of locations and beach hotels.
Mombasa City
Mombasa is Kenya's second largest city and has a rich history dating back over 1500 years when it started as a trading port for merchant ships from the Orient, Arabi and Europe. The Portugese explorer, Vasco Da Gama, landed here in 1498 and established a Portugese colony at the coast.There are a range of hotels to the north and south of Mombasa, known as the North and South coast respectively.
Mombasa North Coast Beaches
These are beaches to the immediate north of Mombasa, upto and including the Kilifi beaches. The beaches include Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu and Kikambala. There are many hotels along this stretch though the concentration of the hotels thins out while moving towards Kilifi. There are various activities on offer ranging from nature trails to fishing and golf.
Mombasa South Coast
To get to " South Coast" from Mombasa, one takes the Ferry across a narrow channel, usually a colourful experience owing to lots of noise and bustle of the swahili people as they go about their daily business.South Coast is generally a quiter and cleaner stretch of coastline than the North coast. Beaches include Diani, Tiwi and Gazi, leading upto the Pemba area. Accommodation varies from hotels to cottages.
Lamu
Lamu is a small, historic coastal town, with narrow winding streets, old mosques, colourful markets and uses donkeys and dhows for transport rather than vehicles. The slow pace of life here, magnificent beaches and the rich culture make this an exotic place to visit where time seems to stand still. The perfect place for honeymooners and couples.
Zanzibar Island
This exotic island is famous for its beautiful beaches, rich Swahili culture , architecture and a very relaxed pace of life. Zanzibar has several quality hotels and resorts along its beaches as well as in Stone Town,it's interesting capital.
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