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Holiday travel stress continues to be immortalized moving pictures for example "Plains, Trains and Automobiles" and "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation." However, a holiday trip doesn't have to be so stressful knowing how to plan making some savvy moves on the way. Here is some wise advice from expert travelers regarding how to save money and keep your sanity throughout the busiest travel time of the year.
Some Travel Statistics to bear in mind
Unsurprisingly, Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year's are among the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year, based on the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). Throughout the six-day Thanksgiving travel period, the amount of long-distance trips increases from the average by 54 percent. The BTS defines long-distance regarding and from a destination 50 miles or more away.
Over the period between Christmas and New Year's, long-distance travel trips increase by 23 percent within the average. And while the media focuses their attention on crowded airports and waiting times, most Americans - about 91 percent - travel by car or other personal vehicle for their holiday destination.
The Orbitz Insider Index, that is according to travel website Orbitz.com's bookings this year, discovered that Christmas week - December 19 through 25 - was the busiest travel week of the year. While Thanksgiving Week - November 21 through 27 - didn't make the top 5 list, November 24, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, was the single-busiest travel day's the entire year.
The takeaway from all of these statistics is: If possible, don't travel on the busiest travel days of the year.
Strategies for a secure and Enjoyable Journey
Nothing can also add stress to some journey like an unexpected mechanical problem. If you do plan on driving long-distance this holiday, make sure your automobile is within safe condition. Possess the car battery, fluid levels, lights, windshield wipers, brakes, belts and hoses checked with a certified mechanic. Regardless of age, possess the tires balanced and alignment checked. Also provide the oil changed and fluids topped off, including coolant, antifreeze, radiator, transmission and wiper fluid, and replace the air filter.
Also pack smart for winter driving. A roadside emergency kit should include a spare group of keys, hidden in a magnetic spare key hider somewhere around the vehicle. It should also include a blanket, flashlight with fresh batteries, and tire gauge to check tire pressure throughout the trip. Keep extra water and food in case of an emergency within the trunk, and appearance your spare tire and jack. Obviously, fill the vehicle's gas tank upon leaving.
If you do not already, sign up for roadside assistance policy. Consider purchasing a Global positioning system. They not only make finding your destination easier, a great GPS will help you find restaurants and sights along the way.
Fly Smart, Before and After You Book
When it comes to flying, your overall experience begins before you strike the plane. The questions you may well ask before you make a reservation and the preparations you make before you board will greatly influence how easy and enjoyable your flight is going to be.
Use websites for example Orbitz.com, Kayak.com, WhichBudget.com and LastMinute.com, FareCompare.com, Priceline.com and Yapta.com to look and compare the very best airfares and times. Do not fly on peak holiday travel days (in the above list), or at the busiest business commuter times: Monday mornings, Friday evenings and Sundays. Instead, fly around the least crowded days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Also book as soon as possible each morning, therefore if a flight ticket is delayed or cancelled, you'll have a better chance of getting on another flight. If you are traveling overseas, make sure you comprehend the country's passport requirements and also have paperwork in order ahead of time.
When your flight is booked, concentrate on packing for a stress-free comfortable flight. If possible, pack having a carry-on roller bag only - you will save the hefty baggage fee and get you on the plane and from the airport faster. If you are going to have to check luggage, pay your baggage fee in advance online, it's often a bit cheaper. Also weigh your baggage in advance and ensure it's under 50 pounds to prevent spending an additional fee.
Pack a carry-on bag together with your favorite snacks, so if you get hungry, you're not at the mercy of the airline's snack schedule. Remember, you can't bring water with the security check, so purchase a bottle once you get to your flight's gate. Bring wet naps and hand sanitizer, as airplanes and airports are filled with germs. Should you wear contacts, bring an extra pair, together with your glasses. Also pack some books and magazines along with a ipod - they assist result in the time pass quicker.
The night before or day's the flight, print your boarding pass online ahead of time. Make sure you're seat assignment is indicated around the airline's check-in page. Another holiday travel tip: ship gifts ahead of time which means you do not have to deal with carrying and checking them on the plane. If you do plan on bringing them inside your luggage or carry-on, don't wrap them.
