With the recent hike in fuel costs, air travel is once again at an all time high.
If you are someone who loves to travel the rising cost is affecting all forms of travel.
From cruises to flights and even driving cross country.
Even though travel is more expensive at the moment, there are a lot of savings you can make.
Usually when times are tough for hotels and resorts, they drop their prices to make it more inviting and to fill their resorts.
One of the easiest ways to take advantage of this is with travel packages.
Essentially, its hotels, hotel groups or travel agents who arrange special discounts by stringing a holiday into a package deal.
Although there are limitations to qualify for these holiday packages the general idea is that stay for a fixed time, during a predetermined date and use the travel that's part of the package.
Here are 3 important things you need to look for before buying a travel package.
1.
Seasons The first and most important thing you have to check - especially when traveling abroad is the season.
Travel packages to some countries can be as much as 70% reduced during Monsoon season, during winter or even during religious holidays.
Make sure you check this because it can make your cheap holiday very painful.
2.
Inclusions And Extras God knows how many times people got to their hotel or resort only to find out that what they are getting is not what they expected or though they paid for.
Package holidays always have limitations and if it sounds too good to be true then it usually is.
make sure you know exactly what's included and make sure exactly what excesses and fees you will have to pay (this includes taxes).
3.
Check The Prices Often times people get carried away when they see a 1 week holiday to Cancun advertised for $199.
Although it's probably a good deal, its well worth checking the cost.
You'd be surprised how often you can get it for the same or even cheaper if you book everything individually.