Travelling on a Budget
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By :
Kaloyan Banev
Submitted
2010-09-25 23:27:29 |
Many people (you might be one of them) baulk at going on vacations or trips even if these are much needed and/or well deserved because airline tickets alone would eat up a big percentage of their travel fund. Airline tickets are and, most likely, will always be the largest expense of any trip. This necessary evil cannot be taken out of the equation, but there are ways to make this expense smaller and more affordable.
Instead of going to travel agents to get travel quotes and book airline tickets, just do it yourself. Though agents promote cheap flights, you can, with some resourcefulness, find airline tickets that are cheaper than the ones agents advertise. Go online and look for cheap flights. It is important to note that cheap flights are offered not only smaller airlines that ply local routes, but also by large airline companies doing international journeys.
Another way to reduce the cost allocated for airline tickets is to take different airlines to your destination. There are websites that will show different airlines offering cheap flights and you can choose which ones best suit your budget. Admittedly, you may have to stay longer in one place than normal but why not make the most out of your journey and enjoy the scenery? Explore the local area while waiting for your flight. Your holiday need not start at your destination. Make it worth your while and start it anywhere and at any time.
Travel deals where airline tickets and hotel accommodation are bundled into one package are also worth looking into. Combo deals need not be limited to airline tickets and hotels. Check out packages that cover airline tickets and car rental, hotels and car rental, and a combination of all three. Compare the total costs if you book these items separately and the cost of getting a complete travel package. These combo-deals may come out cheaper in the long run.
If you can't be bothered (or don't have the time) to look for cheap flights, book airline tickets, compare accommodation costs and car rental fees- then consider searching for vacation packages. These are similar to travel deals, but unlike travel deals where you can set the date, most vacation packages already have set dates. These are usually offered by hotels in conjunction with airlines (or the other way around) to drum up visitors during non-peak seasons. With vacation packages, all you need to do is book yourself on one that suits both your budget and your schedule. It's worry free and hassle free.
With all these cost-saving options such as cheap flights, affordable accommodation, travel deals and vacation packages at your fingertips, there's no reason why you would be unable to go on that dream holiday. So go online and start planning your trip! You're closer to your holiday destination than you think.
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Author Resource:
LowFares is a leading travel comparison site that lets you find cheap flights , hotels, car rentals and vacation packages online. Whether you're traveling for fun, business, adventure, or relaxation, your ideal trip, the cheapest airline tickets are simply a click away.
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