Chris O'Shea
The holidays are almost here, so you’re likely already mapping out travel plans. In doing so, you’re also probably sweating how to afford everything you want to do. Here are some ways to save on holiday travel.
Use Points and Rewards
You’ve been using your credit cards wisely, right? Well, make all those points count for something. If your credit card offers travel rewards points, now is the time to use them. Using miles/points to book flights can save you plenty. In the same vein, if you have airline miles racked up, cash them in for more affordable holiday flights.
Move Dates
Flying on off-peak days is always an easy way to save money. It is usually cheaper to fly from Thursday to Monday than Friday to Sunday. You can also save a lot of money on flights by traveling on the day of the holiday. And speaking of cheap flights, use apps like Hopper to find the best deals available.
Bring Snacks
If you’re flying for the holidays, consider bringing snacks to the airport. Airports charge an arm and a leg for food, so a little forethought and planning can go a long way.
Use Insurance
Check to see if your credit card has travel insurance. This is a great way to protect yourself from any unforeseen emergencies that might happen during your travels.
Do One Thing: If you are flying, schedule your holiday visit so that you can fly on off-peak days, like a Wednesday to a Saturday.
Jean Chatzky
