tips
to keep costs low
- Try to book flights on Sundays as the fares
are normally cheaper.
- Book your return flight for a date after staying
at least one Saturday night.
- Book your flights far in advance. Early bookings
are generally cheaper.
- Fares for off-season flights are generally
cheaper.
- Flights with multiple stopovers can be a cost-effective
way to see many cities and is sometimes cheaper than direct
flights.
- Spacing your outbound and return flights between
7 and 21 days apart when you select your query usually matches
more flight / fare combinations and should give you better
pricing on average.
- Tell your travel agent about your Voyager
miles which may assist in better pricing options.
- If you use a credit card, consult your bank
about frequent flyer miles.
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General
tips
- Select a major city hub as the end destination.
This will improve your chances of finding flights and cheaper
fares.
- Selecting dates 3 months in advance will increase
the chances of finding good flights with ample availability
and lower fares.
- Read the fare Rules! YOU need to ensure that
your travelplans adhere to the flight rules. Some fares
are ONLY valid if you stay in conjunction with hotels and
car rentals. The rules also provide information on cancellation
fees and stopover issues.
- The flight agent will check your flight request
once you have booked online and will be available for any
queries you may have regarding fare rules and conditions.
- Find out in advance the time-zone for the
arrival city, the rules regarding bringing in foreign currency
and policies regarding passports and visas.
- Let your medical practitioner suggest precautionary
medicine if you travel to remote areas.
- Clearly mark all clothes and baggage.
- Update your insurance to make sure it will
cover you for an intended trip.
- Ask your bank or travel agent about travellers
cheques.
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