We reveal five secrets to spending less money on your next vacation.
Start early (but not too early)
Prices can go up in the blink of an eye, so it's best to plan your trip in advance. But don't be too hot. CheapAir.com recommends booking flights an average of 47 days before departure to find the best price.
Check fares often
Become a regular visitor to your favorite travel booking sites to increase your chances of getting good deals. CheapAir.com revealed that airlines typically have 10 to 15 different price points for each flight, so their prices can fluctuate within hours.
Don't think you're too late
Even if you're running late buying plane tickets or booking accommodation, don't be afraid to browse the web. Sometimes airlines lower the price of unsold seats in order to fill the plane. You can usually find the best deals on night flights or flights with less favorable hours.
Spend your money wisely
Although it's nice to save a few euros every now and then, it makes sense to consider whether it's really worth it. If you're going to save 10 or 20 euros on a plane ticket, but you have to camp out at the airport for eight hours, it might make more sense to take a more expensive ticket.
Clean your cookies regularly
Travel booking sites are sneakier than you think. If you've ever visited a travel website, browsed their prices, and then left the site, watch out! This site can remember you and when you come back, it raises the prices accordingly. When you see the inflated prices, you might get worried and therefore feel the need to make a reservation right then and there. Instead, you can stealthily avoid tracking websites by deleting cookies on your computer.
