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Anita Valentinova / source:expert.bg-modified/, 30.05.2010
Temperatures soar gradually, students tasks come to an end, individuals feel the magic of the upcoming summer holiday and everybody is under pressure to consider and organize an unforgettable summer vacation. No matter where you will go for your summer escape-at the beach or high in the mountain, many of the deals are likely to be more expensive this year as compared to 2009, commented travel experts. Fortunately, the economic has recovered and therefore US residents have arranged their travels. As we know, this is a sign for one thing-hotel owners and air carriers are not likely to offer advantageous offers as they used to last year. Should it happen that you come across a great holiday deal, you should consider its expiration first and then grab it as soon as possible, because prices may run high very soon. Indeed if you shop online, you will find many tempting and rather Hot travel deals, however, you should either book well in advance or keep an eye on the latest discounts and last minute offers. ABCNews offers a couple of practical tips on how to save some cash from our summer holiday.
Although these tip were written by travel experts for US holidaymakers, all of us who love holidays should take some advice into consideration in order to experience a great vacation this summer and save some bucks.
Tip 1: Book your holiday in advance
Perhaps the global financial crisis influenced the choice of people last year and therefore travellers organized their vacations in the last minute. There are many Hot Deals for the summer, but they are not everyday occurrence. According to Glen Mcdonnal, the product manager at AAA, constantly increasing prices are not a clear indication that there are no Hot Deals. Therefore, you should look up regularly and plan well in advance. The important thing is to start searching instead of waiting the last minute. The vice president of Marketing and Sales department at Best Western commented that if tourists have some specific preferences and they choose popular destinations, then they should book early in advance in order to manage to reserve a room instead of catching the best deal. All we know that we will be disappointed provided that we would like to book a room at a leading summer destination in the peak season and we find out that the hotel is even overbooked.
Tip 2: Pay your booking in advance
Believe or not, this is also an option to reduce your costs. For instance, if you notice a great deal and it fits into your needs, you should book it at this unbeatable price in order to save some cash. Basically, you compensate the flexibility of the offer for its relatively lower price. Here comes the huge difference between big travel platforms that offer hotels all over the world and local travel agents; it’s the value that all we are looking for! Surely, a travel platform has the ability to offer discount prices, however, you do not have an agent to rely on, you are unable to gather authentic information for the accommodation and the holiday destination etc.
Tip 3: Participation in Advantageous promotions
Don’t neglect offers such as ‘Pay 3 overnights and get 4 this summer’, they can save a fortune if you plan a family holiday this summer! Very often a travel agent may make a special quotation if you are a regular client or they may propose additional services for free. For instance, you may require a late check out, free newspaper, free access to Internet and many others, and it’s the good travel agent who appreciates clients and make their holiday truly special by providing some of these small extras that can make us happier /e.g. if you sign up for our newsletter or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter, you have a discount and expert travel advice guaranteed/ . Indeed some hotels also show their special attention by providing welcome drinks and fruits. The lift is not only chance to win; it’s all about that small things which make us happy.
Tip 4:Pay attention to free complementary extras in the offer
All we know that booking a cheap flight does not mean that we have grabbed the best deal. Why? Have you forgotten the service tax which may reach the airfare? Similarly, some 5-star hotels may make you pay additional service tax for using the fitness centre, swimming pool and other facilities in the hotel. Moreover, no matter whether you use the service or not, you are obliged to pay for it. Some hotels require a fee for the parking lot, so you should stay pay attention to this ‘tiny detail’ as well. Would you take the dog with you? This may turn up a big mistake if the hotel is not a pet-friendly or requires additional payment for your dog. It is true that the travel industry has changed a lot and many hotels do not torture guests with extra charges and even they offer free breakfast or Internet. What is important, however, is to calculate carefully the total amount payable and check whether extra charges may occur.
Tip 5:Read comments, reviews and articles
Travel experts emphasize that if we are satisfied with a travel agency for a holiday destination, we should not miss to rely on it in the future in order to ensure great value. As it comes to hotels, you should remember to make a small research in order to determine what to expect and why you should book or not.
Tip 6:Group Discounts
Many hotels, amusement parks and other attraction centres offer discount for groups. If you are a member of a group, don’t be shy to ask for a discount. Be tricky! If you plan a long journey and you are about to pay a huge sum for it, you may consider joining a group in order to receive a discount. Simply check all offers and calculate whether the membership fee will reduce or increase your expenses.
Tips will never end, we will supply you with more both on our website and our social profiles, however, there is one tip that you should never forget: Smile and Enjoy your holidays in full!
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