In today’s economy. We all are trying to save money. Why, Because“Saving Money Makes Cents”.
Here are 10 Tips to help you do just that, with some research and perseverance, you can save money when planning your family vacation.No matter how you buy your travel, do your homework and you will find a deal, the internet is a good place to start? The beauty of the internet is that there are so many options available to you to find the best deal for your next family beach vacation.
1. Did you know, that if you Book a Weekend GetawayWeekend Getaways . You usually get the vacation cheaper than extended vacations. You can be booked last minute, and they are available for hundreds of destinations!Overall, keep in mind the cheaper is not always better. If you save a few hundred dollars by adding lots of stops to your flight or staying in a hotel you are not happy with, it won't be worth it. Save some money but don't compromise too much with what you really want and need for your family vacation.
2. Shop aroundCheck various travel sites and talk to some travel agents to get prices. Make sure you are comparing apples to apples, know what is included. That great cruise deal may not include airfare to the port!
3. Sign up for travel e-newslettersMany airlines, tour operators, online travel agencies and travel sites have newsletters that they will send you via email; these usually include the latest cheap family vacations or last minute travel deals. Don’t forget to sign up for the Family Beach Vacation Fun Guide!
4. Consider all possible discountsDo you have Air Miles or frequent flyer miles you can cash in? AAA membership or other affiliations? Ask about child or senior discounts if traveling with grandparents. Do they have family rates or group rates? Don't be afraid to ask.
5. Find hotels to accommodate large familiesSome hotels and resorts accommodate large families. In some cases it may be cheaper to pay for a suite or studio room than to get two rooms.
6. Travel in off-seasonOff-season will vary depending on where you are traveling so do your research and find out whenthat is. Off-season includes summer and fall for the Caribbean and when the kids are in school for theme parks like Disney and so on. Usually school breaks are the most expensive time to travel to family destinations and cheap family vacations will be hard to find.
7. Traveling during the week can save you moneySaturday and flights during the week are less crowded and therefore more likely to have last minute discounting. Some companies charge a bit less for vacation package that leave mid-week. Also, business hotels are mor likely to charge less on weekends.
8. Read your newspaper's travel sectionThe Saturday travel sections in newspapers are still a good source for travel news, tips and cheap family vacations, departing from your city. Read them religiously.
9. Do some negotiating of your ownJust ask for a deal or a better price! This will usually work if you are dealing directly with a hotel or car rental company directly. It may also work with some travel agents.
10. When Booking earlySome of the best deals may be had booking early and not last minute. Most tour operators and cruise companies offer discounts for early booking. If there is a specific date you want to travel and or you have a specific resort or destination in mind, you are better off to book early and secure your vacation than to risk waiting for a cheap family vacation deal that may or may not happen.