Top 5 Vacation Planning Tips

Top 5 Vacation Planning Tips

Planning a vacation but haven’t quite exercised the facts? Here are five vacation planning tips every new traveler should know.

#1 – Start with the “What”, Not the “Where”

Destinations don’t make or break vacations–activities do. No matter how exotic the positioning, it’s not going to feel as if much of a vacation if you’re not having fun.

Think of how you would like to spend your vacation and create a set of your “must-do” activities. Use the list to define your destination and hotel choices depending on your recreational needs. You’re more likely to have a good time if everything you want to do is conveniently located.

#2 – Do Your Homework

Sites like Expedia and Orbitz ensure it is easy to book cheap travel packages, but these packages don’t necessarily provide you with the best value for your money. There are generally a lot of restrictions on these packages (e.g., travel dates, modifications, cancelations, etc.) as well as the prices are often suggestive of the grade of the accommodations.

Take some time to look into every facet of your holiday–not only the price–or you may get buyer’s remorse. Ultimately, the top vacation deals are those that best suit your needs and expectations in terms of quality, flexibility, and price.

#3 – Timing is Everything

Every destination has a peak and off-peak seasons. During peak season, there are many more consumers vying for similar services and accommodations. Due to the increased demand, you must handle higher prices, larger crowds, …

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