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]]>Contrary to popular belief, airlines don’t regularly lower their fares on any particular day of the week—at least, not anymore. Some companies were known to offer mid-week specials when online booking first became available, but today, this advice is no longer relevant. What can make a difference is the day of that week that you choose to fly on. For example, mid-week and red-eye flights are usually cheaper than those on weekends or more convenient hours.
Most airlines publish their schedules about a year in advance, but when it comes to purchasing tickets, earlier is not necessarily better. Prices typically start high and decrease gradually in the following months, reaching their lowest point two to five months before departure. Last-minute bookings less than four weeks out are on average $200 more expensive, not to mention options are likely to be much more limited.
Like any major purchase, a little bit of research and proper planning can go a long way in terms of finding a better deal. Rather than book the first flight you find, use third-party sites like Google Flights or Skyscanner to compare fares, and set up price alerts for the options that are most relevant. When you find a good deal, act fast so you don’t miss out.
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]]>If you use Booking on a regular basis, you can become a member of their Genius loyalty program. You can get everything from 10% and 20% discounts to free breakfast and free room upgrades, depending on how often you travel and which level you reach.
Being flexible with your dates can save you a significant amount of money during your travels, and Booking can help you there. If you do thorough research, you’ll notice some accommodation options are more expensive on certain days, so can opt between booking a cheaper place or switching between several different types of accommodation.
Some properties in Booking offer free cancelation, and this comes in handy when you’re planning your trip a long time in advance. You can book your accommodation early even if your trip isn’t 100% planned and easily change your mind if free cancelation is available.
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]]>Rating of the accommodation is the jumping-off point for everything else because you probably won’t even consider booking a place with a bad rate. It’s the general assessment of the satisfaction level of past guests, but you should make sure to pay attention to other factors.
In addition to offering a general rating of the accommodation, these apps allows guests to rate several different categories, ranging from cleanliness and comfort to staff and location. If you’re extra-concerned about one of these categories, their rating will give you better insight into the state of things.
These reviews also allows you to search through a long list of different topics and get specific details about your accommodation. By doing so, you can learn if the accommodation has a good breakfast, shared kitchen, free towels and toiletries, and so much more. This can help you properly plan your trip and only bring things that you really need.
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]]>The post Use These Genius Hacks to Save Money on Your Next Booking appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Just like many other websites of its kind, booking.com allows you to save money by creating your own referral link. Once the person you referred to the website completes their first stay, you’ll both get a $25 bonus.
The earlier you make the booking, the less money you’re going to spend. Decent and cheap accommodation is hard to find, and those who plan ahead of time will have easier time coming across good and affordable options.
Sometimes it’s easier to find good accommodation if your plans are not set in stone. Play with the dates when refining your search, and consider switching to a cheaper hostel on the weekends, because the ones you’ve picked might have a higher price.
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]]>The post When is the Best Time to Book Flights? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Contrary to popular belief, airlines don’t regularly lower their fares on any particular day of the week—at least, not anymore. Some companies were known to offer mid-week specials when online booking first became available, but today, this advice is no longer relevant. What can make a difference is the day of that week that you choose to fly on. For example, mid-week and red-eye flights are usually cheaper than those on weekends or more convenient hours.
Most airlines publish their schedules about a year in advance, but when it comes to purchasing tickets, earlier is not necessarily better. Prices typically start high and decrease gradually in the following months, reaching their lowest point two to five months before departure. Last-minute bookings less than four weeks out are on average $200 more expensive, not to mention options are likely to be much more limited.
Like any major purchase, a little bit of research and proper planning can go a long way in terms of finding a better deal. Rather than book the first flight you find, use third-party sites like Google Flights or Skyscanner to compare fares, and set up price alerts for the options that are most relevant. When you find a good deal, act fast so you don’t miss out.
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]]>The post Best Ways to Save Money on Booking.com appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>If you use Booking on a regular basis, you can become a member of their Genius loyalty program. You can get everything from 10% and 20% discounts to free breakfast and free room upgrades, depending on how often you travel and which level you reach.
Being flexible with your dates can save you a significant amount of money during your travels, and Booking can help you there. If you do thorough research, you’ll notice some accommodation options are more expensive on certain days, so can opt between booking a cheaper place or switching between several different types of accommodation.
Some properties in Booking offer free cancelation, and this comes in handy when you’re planning your trip a long time in advance. You can book your accommodation early even if your trip isn’t 100% planned and easily change your mind if free cancelation is available.
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]]>The post 3 Things to Pay Attention to When Reading Hotel Reviews appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Rating of the accommodation is the jumping-off point for everything else because you probably won’t even consider booking a place with a bad rate. It’s the general assessment of the satisfaction level of past guests, but you should make sure to pay attention to other factors.
In addition to offering a general rating of the accommodation, these apps allows guests to rate several different categories, ranging from cleanliness and comfort to staff and location. If you’re extra-concerned about one of these categories, their rating will give you better insight into the state of things.
These reviews also allows you to search through a long list of different topics and get specific details about your accommodation. By doing so, you can learn if the accommodation has a good breakfast, shared kitchen, free towels and toiletries, and so much more. This can help you properly plan your trip and only bring things that you really need.
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]]>The post Use These Genius Hacks to Save Money on Your Next Booking appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Just like many other websites of its kind, booking.com allows you to save money by creating your own referral link. Once the person you referred to the website completes their first stay, you’ll both get a $25 bonus.
The earlier you make the booking, the less money you’re going to spend. Decent and cheap accommodation is hard to find, and those who plan ahead of time will have easier time coming across good and affordable options.
Sometimes it’s easier to find good accommodation if your plans are not set in stone. Play with the dates when refining your search, and consider switching to a cheaper hostel on the weekends, because the ones you’ve picked might have a higher price.
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