Many times the question arises - 'Is there a better time than another to save money on a vacation trip or on travel? We wish there were a simple response. One can see an airline or hotel or cruise line offer great rates for long-in-advance bookings and other times the great deals are at the very last minute. So, just make a reservation at a fare you think is fair and don't worry about trying to pick the absolutely lowest airfare, hotel room rate or car rental rate each time. When you have found the price that you think is fair - move on, in your mind, to other matters. The more attractive deals, we believe, are found on the Internet and, as a result, whether it's for travel, or other travel, it pays to review the information surrounding this page.

Sometimes don't have time for that extended exotic international trip but only a few days, so let's see how you can make the most of them whether you are interested in travel or elsewhere. Keeping close tabs on your earned vacation time will permit you to put in a request for time off as soon as you have a tentative travel schedule. Taking off, if you can, the previous Thursday or Friday of a Monday holiday weekend will extend nicely a weekend into a mini-holiday. 'Red-eye' flights are often less costly and by taking one late Sunday night/Monday morning, you now have a full Sunday to enjoy your trip. Magically turn 5 days off into a 9 day holiday by leaving Friday night and not returning until a week from Sunday. Now that is a nice amount of time off for travel or other locale.

Finally, with some time off for your vacation, how do you save some more money? Whether searching for travel, or how to save on your next vacation, the links here will help. Here are some thoughts on how to save. Opt-in for e-mail promotions about 'specials' at web sites listed here. Contact visitor centers and tourism boards for any discount coupons they provide. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure there are no hidden costs and that the price you're paying includes air taxes, fees and fuel surcharges (often listed in miniscule print). Having a good time is what a trip/vacation is all about whether to travel or elsewhere.