Things To Know Before Making Holiday Travel Plans

In a typical year, millions of Americans travel the roads and skies during the months of November and December to visit friends and family, go somewhere warm, or take a long-awaited vacation.

To help relieve vacation stress, take a look at this roundup of top tips for travelers thinking of taking a vacation trip.

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1. Look for rates or rates with built-in flexibility

Flexible options are more abundant than ever, thanks to many travel agencies changing their policies.

Filter by "free cancellation" or "book now, pay later" to find flexible stays, and be sure to select a refundable room type.

Also, be aware of cancellation and full refund deadlines, and avoid super restrictive airfares that prohibit changes.

2. Start looking for airfare prices now

You might be surprised to see how cheap Thanksgiving airline tickets are now, as many airlines try to entice travelers into planning a trip.

It is worth reserving a refundable/flexible ticket in advance if the price is right for you.

Either way, setting a price alert and being flexible with your travel dates will help ensure you don't miss a thing.

3. Investigate hygiene and health measures.

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4. Consider the popularity of your destination

While there may be fewer vacation travelers this year, some destinations, particularly national beaches and ski resorts, are expected to be in demand as travelers choose to stay closer to home.

So if you're going somewhere like Florida, Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, or Vail, you might want to book your accommodations in advance.

Consider reserving a refundable rate so you can change your plans if necessary.

5. Consider alternative travel dates

One of the advantages of distance work and/or school is that you can do it from anywhere.

Enjoy the flexibility and avoid normally busy travel days (like the day before Thanksgiving) or stay at your destination longer than usual to maximize your trip.

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