Of course this is not the case for many people. Flights themselves are looked upon as nerve wrecking when they really shouldn't be! I remember one of my first trips where my family and I took a flight to Dominican Republic. I was so afraid of the 1 in a million possibilities, that it took over my thoughts the whole plane ride! It's very different to be in a position where you are in the middle of the sky above the clouds, you definitely aren't experiencing that all the time as you are, for example, being in a car where you are aware and are familiar with your surroundings but understanding cars are more of a risk than planes is important is key to getting through that, for 13 year old me at least! I plan to make a blog post about this topic in the future where I explain why we feel that nervousness during flights and how to overcome it so keep an eye out for that!
Now to what's most terrifying about flights, SPENDING MONEY!
Airfares represent one of the biggest aspects of a trip’s cost. It is very important to know what steps to take as well as tips in order to find yourself the most affordable yet reliable flight. Most of the time it is inevitable for a flight to be a big expense especially if you are going out of the country. Budgeting is key when planning a trip away!
WHEN? Choosing when to book a flight is a question only you can answer. You can either have a tight schedule or a flexible schedule. The more flexible your schedule is the easier it is to find the most affordable flight, unless you're lucky. Airlines will always bring up the prices during holidays and breaks but that still doesn't mean you can't find a good deal! Another factor are weekends. Ultimately it's ideal to fly during weekday and on a off season.
WHERE? Where to look is a huge question and truth is, look everywhere! There are countless of websites to find flights. My favorite is Momondo. Momondo compares their prices to other websites and tells you which days will be cheaper than others. Be open to connect flights and mix and matching airlines in order to fly affordably. Tip: Always make sure the website you are using is reliable and you read reviews. You DO NOT want to put any of your personal information or give money to a company that is not legit!
TIPS! Many people are unaware of the countless discounts airlines or websites offers! There are such things as student discounts, senior discounts, and even infant discounts. You can also use points and miles with airline rewards programs.
Play around with flight websites! That is the key to finding the perfect flights. Educate yourself on the best airlines for your personal self. You may be okay with an airline that is known to not have the most comfortable seats. Prices can also be lower if you're in the middle seat which is known not to be the most comfortable. It really is YOUR personal preference.
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