The information in this story was from an
article by Christine M. Porretta. In the article there are some very useful tips
for all the travelers, which can help to make a dream trip.
So stretch your dollars and get a great deal!
Just follow these tips：
Know airfare basics.
For cheap rates, choose a time when there are
few travelers. This not only help you to get a cheap rates, but also offers you
less strangers’ heads in your pictures taken during the vacation.
Be certain of your dates and time.
Change fees have gone up; airlines no longer
issue credits for missed flights; and flying standby for no extra fee is no
longer an option.
Watch for sales.
Monitor your local paper
for ads; when an airline launches a promotion, others may try to beat it. Don't
lose out by waiting too long.
Book in advance.
When you can't be flexible,
book early—two or more months. The closer you get to departure, the less
availability you'll find.
Use member benefits.
Many professional
associations provide hotel and car rental discounts. Also inquire about
corporate rates on airport parking and more.
Take advantage of AAA.
In addition to
roadside assistance, it provides a monthly travel magazine, guidebooks, maps
with highlighted routes, hotel and car rental discounts and more.
Pack light.
New limits mean bringing more
than one carry-on bag, or two checked bags, or bags that are oversize or
overweight may cost extra.
Consider trip insurance.
Although you try to
make the trip a wonderful one, no one can tell what will happen. A trip
insurance can reduce the sequent of unexpected hazard. So don’t try to save
money by neglecting the trip insurance.