Reno, Nevada 1/25/2008 2:26:41 PM
Recession-Proof Your 2008 Vacation
5 Ways to Vacaton Well in Spite the Economy
The big question on traveler’s minds for 2008 is will a recession made it harder to take a vacation? 2007 was year to remember in regard to travel - higher fuel costs, hotel surcharges, airline delays and fewer days off all made it harder for the average American to take a dream vacation. Now we face the added challenge of individuals having smaller disposable incomes during a recessionary cycle. Vacation expert, Tori Milan, offers tips to stretch your vacation dollars no matter what comes our way in 2008. “Don’t buy into the mindset that you can’t afford a vacation during a recession. There are many ways to vacation well in this economy."
• Look for deals online. The web has made it very easy to find deals and compare them with the click of a mouse. Avid travelers should subscribe to e-letter lists that include bargains. A few to consider are:
BudgetTravel.com - Real Deals
DestinationVillas.com - last minute deal finder
TravelZoo.com - Top 20 list
• Consider vacationing closer to home this year. Instead of going to Europe or Disney world, why not visit regional attractions within 4 or 5 hours of your hometown, saving on airfare.
• Save $150 - $400 per day by trying vacation rentals this year. Vacation rentals are more economical than a hotel because they usually have 2-4 bedroom. Full kitchens can save an average family of 4 over $100 per day on restaurants bills alone.
• Travel with extended family or with groups of friends. Split the car rental bill, split the vacation rental home costs and take a half price vacation.
• Build your next vacation around a work related trip. Have to go to Orlando or Vegas on Business? Why not bring the family along and stay a few days longer – turning a business trip into a mini-vacation.
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