May 9th, 2008
Online Coupons: Leavin’ on a Jet Plane?
This is the fourth guest post contributed by the fabulous Kyle of Rather-Be-Shopping.com. I cannot express how helpful these have been while I’ve battled my computer problems. Now, new MacBook in hand, I am on the verge of getting back ahead and I am eternally in his debt. This article is also especially timely for me because I am still trying to figure out a way to get myself over to KansasFest this year.
Do you have any summer vacation plans yet? After all, we are all not lucky enough to live in paradise like our faithful guide here at Uncommon Cents! (Sorry Ryan, I couldn’t resist!) With that in mind, I wanted to share a few tips and travel coupons so you can score the best travel deal possible this summer.
~ Negotiate - When quoted an airfare, hotel, or rental car rate, always ask if there is a lower rate, an AAA rate, or an unadvertised special. You can almost always get them to lower their rate or give you a free upgrade if you push hard enough.
~ Book Far In Advance - This is the best way to insure a good deal. Lock in your vacation plans before airline seats fill up, and before you get hit with more fuel surcharges.
~ Stay Midweek if Possible - If you have the flexibility, try to book your vacation plans for a mid-week stay. Hotel rates are generally much lower on weekdays than on weekends.
~ Consider a Vacation Package - When using an online travel service, consider bundling airfare, hotel, and rental car as it can significantly lower the overall price. This especially works when booking extra nights in a hotel. Be sure to first price everything individually to make sure you are getting a good deal.
Also, don’t forget to check out some of the great travel deals that can be found online right now. Here are a few of the more popular travel deals on my Web site right now:
Orbitz.com
Save 10% Off a 2+ Night Hotel Stay thru this Link
Coupon Code: SUMMERFAM
Expires: 7/31/08
All Orbitz Coupons
Expedia.com
California Travel Sale: Save up to 30% Off hotels, rental cars and fun stuff
Coupon Code: None Needed
Expires: 6/30/08
All Expedia Coupons
Travelocity.com
Save $50 Off your Vacation Package to New York City
Coupon Code: NYC50TVLY
Expires: 5/31/08
All Travelocity Coupons
Cheap Tickets.com
Nice Vacations Deals for under $500, Worth a Look!
Coupon Code: None Needed
Expires: 7/31/08
All Cheap Tickets Coupons
Priceline.com
May Sale - Save up to 40% or more Off Last-Minute Airline Tickets
Coupon Code: None Needed
Expires: 5/31/08
All Priceline Coupons
Luggage Online.com (In case you need some luggage!)
Save 10% Off your Entire Online Order
Coupon Code: LSGEN3
Expires: 6/30/08
All Luggage Online Coupons
Eddie Bauer.com (Nice coupon for travel gear)
Save 20% Off your Entire Online Order
Coupon Code: SUMACQ8
Expires: 5/26/08
All Eddie Bauer Coupons
Maps.com (In case you have a tendency to get lost!)
Save 5% Off your Entire Online Order
Coupon Code: VACATION5
Expires: 5/31/08
All Maps.com Coupons
