Holiday Travel Survival Guide
Winter Getaways for Less

Save Dollars with these Deals and Cost Cutting Tips

Travel Deals

    Flight + Hotel
    Cars
    Cruise
  • Book before the rest! Get the best cruises to Alaska, Europe, and beyond. More Info.
  • Enjoy everyday great rates! Plus, receive onboard credit, free gifts, and more. More Info.
    Last Minute Deals
  • Go holiday shopping with a Last Minute Deals Getaways from $199. More Info.
  • Come fall in love with New Orleans all over again and save $75. More Info.

Cost Saving Tips

    Flights
  • Consider booking during the two-week travel period following Thanksgiving, as bargains can usually be found around the country across all modes of transportation.
  • Shop alternate airports as opposed to a city's primary airport. It also can pay to book alternate routes, especially when shopping for cities within the United States.
  • Utilize fare tracker services such as Travelocity's FareWatcherSM system, which allows travelers to input their favorite destinations and receive e-mail notifications when those routes drop in price.
    Car Rentals
  • Book as far in advance as possible to save.
  • Consider renting at off-airport locations, as there are sometimes fewer taxes and fees and may serve as a good alternative if airport locations are sold out.
    Cruises
  • Top months to find cruise deals are: January, February, September and October.
  • Sail in May and September for shoulder season deals to Alaska, Bermuda and Europe.
  • Take advantage of repositioning cruises, when ships move to seasonal destinations from transatlantic to pacific coastal cruises, to catch a good bargain.
    Hotels
  • Competition on the Web has made pricing very competitive, so be sure to buy a low price guaranteed hotel whenever possible.
  • During the holidays, many hotels require you to book a minimum number of nights, have tougher cancellation policies and may charge additional amounts for no-shows, so know the rules before booking.