Discount Travel-Three Things To Consider Before Taking A Vacation


by David.B Williams - Date: 2007-01-30 - Word Count: 516 Share This!

We have all heard stories of families getting to the airport check out point only to discover they have forgotten he passports at home. Although this is more commonly experienced in Hollywood movies - sadly it happens. However that are a number of other things families should do that are just as important as remembering to take along your passports to the airport which could save families thousands of dollars if overlooked.

1) Research for the lowest deals possible before booking with a travel agents.
Long before planning that well deserved break, make sure you do your research for the best deals around. There are a lot of travel agents out there claiming they arrange the best and most economical deals for you, but are these agents really passing on the best deals to you. Many con artists claiming to be travel agents capture their marks by promising huge discounts that sound plausible, but are really overpriced deals. Since many travel suppliers today offer booking bargains and last-minute deals, there needs to be even more time spent on research before committing your hard earned cash.

2) Sign up to a reward scheme
What is the point of spending thousands every year with leveraging the initial payment made for a vacation? So many people don't take up this massive opportunity. A big tip to getting the best out of travel firms is to sign up to a travel reward scheme, especially if you're the type of family or individual that take regular trips abroad. Benefits of your travel rewards credit scheme sometimes include hotel discounts, travel insurance or car rental discounts. Depending upon the offer, these certificates or points earned can be redeemed against discount air travel; cruises, cheaper hotel stays, to buy a first class ticket upgrade and lots of other travel opportunities which will help you save hundreds of dollars.

3) Are you and your family insured for the worse?
Every one going on vacation must have this in place. It is very important to choose the correct type of policy before traveling with your family on vacation or a business trip. Families on vacation seldom think they putting their lives at risk, but unfortunately terrible things can happen and a vacation can be ruined in a moment by the unexpected.

Unfortunately, many people feel that their holiday is short-term, and the odds of something serious happening are less likely to occur. However, people should be asking who will help arrange and pay for medical care if they or a member of their family falls sick on holiday.

Discuss insurance matters with your travel supplier and the amount of coverage you need. With some specific diseases like diabetes, epilepsy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease etc may not be covered, so make sure you speak to your travel insurance supplier before you go on vacation and ensure you are fully covered. There are many different insurance options for you to discuss with insurance agents. Also purchasing travel insurance online works out cheaper than through an agent, as you don't have to pay agents, but you need to be fully aware of your requirements.


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