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What do you do when you learn that you are going to a destination that you have never been to before?
For me, it’s a multi-step process, involving some research, talking to friends and co-workers, a trip or two to the library, and maybe even a movie. I like to gather data from a variety of […]
I haven’t done a round up of Money Saving Travel Tips for awhile, so here’s January’s edition.
Look for free things to do at your destination. You can do research in advance of your trip and get a good list going of the area’s freebies, as well as check with the hotel’s concierge front desk. Many museums […]
December is one of those months where extra expenses seem to crop up all over the place, so hopefully these money saving tips will help take the sting out of your travel budget.
There’s still another week or so before the mad frenzy of holiday travel begins, and right now the planes are generally not full. This […]
After a couple of weeks away, Money Saving Travel Tips is back!
Here are this week’s tips:
Stay flexible with your travel dates and times. Sometimes moving your departure or return date by a day or two will save you money. And don’t forget to price out morning flights and evening flights. If you’re searching fares online […]
I’m traveling out of the country right now, and it’s been hard to find a consistent time to write. Changing time zones isn’t a problem for me, as I do it often enough.
What’s been a challenge, is that I’m in a room overlooking the ocean, and it’s 80-some degrees out. So my writing schedule is […]
I had these money saving travel tips ready to post yesterday (Monday), but then got sidetracked and forgot to actually do it.
So, rather than skip a week, here is “Money Saving Travel Tips for Monday ““ The Tuesday Edition.” (The concept has been work for Monday Night Football for awhile, so it’ll work here.)
Take part […]
Another Monday, and another list of Money Saving Travel Tips.
Don’t be afraid to leave the tourist district. Getting off the beaten path is always a good idea when you are looking for a more authentic experience. Sometimes, this means a few blocks in either direction, sometimes it’s just getting off at a different subway stop. You’ll […]
Another Monday, and another group of money saving travel tips, including a tip from a reader.
If there are attractions with admission fees that you go to frequently (museum, zoo, aquarium, etc.) ask if there is an annual pass available. Generally speaking, an annual pass costs the equivalent of two or three admission fees.
Use your public […]
Here are this week’s Money Saving Travel Tips:
Share your frequent flyer miles with your traveling companion. Some airlines allow you to transfer miles from your account to another. A service charge may apply, so do the math to make sure you come out ahead, but if it gets you a free ticket or an upgrade […]
After a two-week hiatus, I’m back ““ with more money saving travel tips.
Travel off-season and save a bundle. This is a popular money saving option for flight attendants who must also stress about getting seats on full planes. Think snow destinations when it’s summer: Most ski resorts offer plenty of vacation options during the summer. […]
Travel information, tips, and destination suggestions from a Flight Attendant.
Written by Mary Jo Manzanares [email] for b5media.
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