Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Holiday Tips To Get A Good Run For Your Money

By Marcus Graham


To be your best on the job you need to also schedule time to unwind. No one can expect to be able to work nonstop with not time off. A vacation can be a great way to recharge when you've overtaxed yourself on the job.

To make the best of your days off, you'll want to start planning your vacation as soon as possible. It will help you to get the best deals.

Think about all the places you would love to go. Are you the kind of person who prefers to get some sun on the beach? Or would you rather hike a trail or scale a mountain? Maybe you're looking for a family vacation and would like to go to a theme park that has something for everyone.

Often your choice in destination depends on what it costs you to get there. Go ahead and make a list of the top five destinations you would love to visit. Then, take the next step and start researching.

Start by going to a travel web site. From there, look up what flights are leaving on your travel dates. Make sure to record the fees and include the taxes and baggage charges. Where possible, find out the cost to drive there instead. It may be cheaper in the long run.

Your list of expenses should include the cost of lodgings. Check the hotel rates on the vacation dates you've selected. It's good to know what type of hotel your budget will afford you. Get the information for each of your top five destinations.

Don't assume that you should always go with the cheapest hotel available. If you plan on spending a lot of time in the hotel you may want to upgrade. It can be worth the money when you consider the additional amenities more expensive hotels offer. Don't forget to consider travel costs if you decide to fly and want to rent a car once you're there.

Include all the costs when you're compiling your research. It helps to have all the information when making such an important decision.




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