When planning a vacation, you have to deal with many issues, including the issue of buying a tour. For a vacation trip to be both comfortable and profitable, it is important not only to buy a ticket - it is important to buy it at the right time.
Instructions
Step 1
If you like to plan your vacation ahead of time, take advantage of the early booking promotion offered by many tour operators. Thus, you can save about 20-40% of the tour cost. In this case, you must buy a ticket at least 40 days before the expected date of departure. This option is especially convenient for those who are vacationing with children and looking for a hotel with the appropriate infrastructure, as well as for those wishing to stay in a particular hotel. Early booking is an opportunity to get a discount even in the high season for a popular destination. At the same time, keep in mind that in the future, the cost of your tour may both rise and fall. You will have to pay the amount specified in your contract.
Step 2
If you are planning to go on a sea cruise and want to save money, buy a ticket for six months or a year. Many cruise lines also offer good early booking discounts. Conveniently, for the reservation, it is enough to make a partial prepayment - about 30%. As a rule, the money can be refunded in full if you decide to cancel the cruise. Be sure to check the terms of cancellation of the reservation when making a voucher.
Step 3
If you want to buy a ticket at the lowest price, look for a tour a few days before departure among the last minute offers. Thus, you can save up to 50% of the cost of the tour. It is necessary to understand that buying a hot tour somewhat limits the possibilities of your choice. For example, the choice of hotels is significantly reduced, and among the available accommodation options, not the best offers may remain.
Step 4
If you prefer comfortable booking conditions, buy a ticket two to four weeks before departure. At this time, the cost of the tour directly depends on demand. Before the start of the season, tour operators give a rough estimate of the demand for each tourist destination and set target prices. This estimate is almost always inaccurate and overstated. That is why, about a month before the expected date of departure, special offers with a reduced price are set for many vouchers. At the same time, the choice of hotels and departure options is very wide.
Step 5
If you are planning a vacation in one of the visa countries, think in advance about resolving the visa issue. For example, the absence of a Schengen visa severely limits the choice of a hot tour. Not all countries of the Schengen area provide the opportunity to apply for a visa in a few days.
