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Ways to Get Cheap Travel Discounts
Every year middle class American families
put off traveling because they’re too busy or too tired or
they just don’t have enough money. And, in some ways, they’re
right. Traveling can be expensive. But by taking the time
to learn about discounts readily available to everyone through
the internet, newspapers, and even the yellow pages, more
families can venture off on vacations that will recharge
their batteries, stimulate their minds, and create memories
to last a lifetime.
Airfare can be one of the most costly and unavoidable aspects
of travel. Air travelers are constantly in search of a good
deal. Numerous methods exist to get discounts on
your next ticket. First, leave or return in the middle of the week—Tuesday,
Wednesday, or Thursday—and stay at least seven days to get
reduced price fares. Check out alternate airports for departure
or arrival to see if they offer cheaper prices, and if your
plans are flexible, consider letting yourself get bumped
for a cash reward or free ticket. Search discount travel
sites online, which seek out bargains for you in a variety
of ways, and check fares on budget airlines, not just the
major commercial carriers. You can also use reverse bidding
sites like Priceline to find a deal. Finally, start earning
frequent flier miles without even flying by filling out surveys,
staying in certain hotels, or simply using a specific credit
card.
Another expensive part of traveling is ground
transportation.
Whether you travel by bus, train or automobile, there are
ways to save money. You can find deals on rental cars online,
but make sure you have a discussion with the rental car companies
about insurance, road side assistance, and other pertinent
matters beforehand if you are unclear. You can also rent
Recreational Vehicles at surprisingly low prices, especially
when you consider that you won’t have to spend money on a
hotel. Experienced riders can find deals on motorcycles online
as well. If you plan to use mass transportation, buses are
a surprisingly inexpensive, if time-consuming option, and
deals can be found on subways, trains, and ferries online.
Rail passes in Europe and North America can be purchased
before your trip to save money if you plan to stop in multiple
destinations.
Finally, once you’ve flown, driven, or sailed to your destination,
you’ll need a place to stay. Extended stays at hotels at
weekly rates are one affordable option. Timeshares, home
exchanges, house sitting, and hostels are other bargain options.
Motel coupons can be found online, while a cheap bed and
breakfast that doesn’t have a presence online can be found
in the yellow pages. Some universities offer discount lodging
in their dormitories. Retreat centers and monasteries also
offer inexpensive ways for travelers to find rest and relaxation
under certain guidelines. For more intrepid travelers, staying
in national parks in tents, cabins, or RVs can be an inexpensive
travel option, and if you plan to stay frequently or for
an extended period of time, you can purchase a park pass
to save money. RV travelers can also stay in free campgrounds
across the country and can buy a pass to save money on RV
parks. Finally, some travelers who face a serious lack of
funds sleep for free in airports, although rules regarding
this lodging option have changed since September 11, 2001.
One of the best ways to find travel discounts on all of
the aforementioned aspects of travel—from airfare to lodging—is
through memberships in a variety of organizations. Have your
kids ever roped you into buying one of those Entertainment
books that cost anywhere from $20 to $50 but offer a variety
of coupons and discounts? Well, the next time you’re offered
one, buy it. Not only will your money go to a good cause,
you can benefit from the discounts on everything from airplane
flights to hotels to rental cars. Without even realizing
it, you may also already have memberships that could save
you money on your next trip. AARP, Costco, and the military
are a few of the organizations that offer bargains. Even
a student or teacher’s ID can lead you to discounts. Use
the resources you already possess to seek out the discounts
necessary to make your next vacation a memorable and affordable
event.
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