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For example, knowing when and how to book your travel could save you hundreds of dollars.
Getting the best deal is usually done by taking the simplest route, he said.
Fromusing your pointsto off-season destinations, here are fiveways to get the best deals on holiday travel in 2024.
Book With Points
Using yourrewards pointscan save you money.
They provide statement credits rather than paying outright reservations.
The catch is you have to book the travel with that specific card to get the credit.
In addition, youll avoid large crowds because most people prefer to travel before or after the holiday.
Hand recommended travelersbook their tripto arrive on Sunday or Monday to get the lowest prices.
The week between Christmas Day and New Years Day is the peak travel week of the year.
Avoid being in transit any of those days to save money.
Factors such as destination, budget and travel dates affect how early you should book your airline tickets.
Booking airfare is tricky, but I recommend thesweet spotof seven weeks out, Hand said.
Most airlines will not honor a difference in refund if they drop their prices, but some will.
For hotels, the prices are pretty much set now.
All the big box clubs offer discounted gift cards, he said.
Consider Off-Season Destinations
The most affordable destinations are those that areoff-season.
Head north in the winter and south in the summer, Hand clarified.
During the holidays, the most affordable destinations arent the tourist hot spots during the holidays.
To save money, think about major cities other than New York, Paris and London.
Think golf-centric resorts because there arent many winter golfers.
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