Hotel accommodations can make or break any trip whether you are traveling for business or pleasure. Finding the right hotel is especially important when visiting a larger city like Chicago. You want to make sure that your hotel is located in an area that features other points of interest that you want to visit during your stay. If you are traveling by bus charter for a business convention, a hotel close to your convention site and various restaurants is important. If you are in Chicago for pleasure, then being close to shopping areas, museums and public transportation is important when choosing a hotel. Here are four hotels, located in the Chicago area, that are worth considering when you are planning a visit to the Windy City.

The River Hotel

Address: 75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

Phone Number: (312) 777-0990

Website: www.chicagoriverhotel.com

Located in downtown Chicago, The River Hotel is a fine choice for any kind of visit. Guests of the River Hotel can expect to pay the following, average room rates per night: $119 for a small double room (most come with queen size beds, $139 for a standard sized room with queen sized bed and more walk around room, $159 for a superior room with a queen sized bed and microwave and refrigerator, $179 for a one room suite with either a king or queen sized bed and kitchenette. Each room features a desk, free high speed internet, flat screen television, coffee/tea pot, and other home-like touches to make your visit more enjoyable. The River Hotel is also home to Bella Bacino’s, the famed pizzeria. Located in the lobby of the hotel you can enjoy an easy bite to eat before venturing out or you can have the food delivered directly to your room. In addition to affordable rates and good food, The River Hotel is close to many of Chicago’s fun and interesting sites. Within walking distance you can find places like the Magnificent Mile shopping area, The Children’s Museum, The Museum of Contemporary Art, and Millennium Park. Just short drives away are other sites like Hancock Observatory, the Sears Tower, Wrigley Field, and Lincoln Park Zoo.

Hotel Burnham

Address: 1 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, 60602

Phone Number: (312) 782-1111

Website: www.burnhamhotel.com

For more than just a typical hotel stay, consider visiting the Hotel Burnham. The Hotel Burnham is the perfect blend of modern and historic as it is located within the Reliance Building, a National Historic Landmark. In addition to enjoying the unique design and setting of the hotel, guests will appreciate be located in the Chicago Loop. On average the room rates start at $189 per night. The suite rates start at $ 339 per night. Each room features the following: bathrobes, flat screen television, CD player, a stocked honor bar, iron and ironing board and Aveda bath products. The Hotel Burnham is pet friendly hotel where your pet can join you without an extra fee. The Atwood Cafe, located in the lobby, is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner and if you’re too tired then simply have them deliver to your room. Located a short distance from the hotel are these fine sites: McCormick Tribune Plaza and Ice Rink, Macy’s flagship store, the Shubert Theater, the Cadillac Palace Theater, the International Museum of Surgical Science, and the Chicago Cultural Center.

Trump International Hotel and Tower

Address:  401 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Phone Number: (312) 588-8000

Website: www.trumpchicagohotel.com.

For a truly luxurious stay in Chicago’s Loop district, there are few better choices than the Trump International Hotel and Tower. Rising over 90 stories into the sky, this impressive hotel is the perfect place for your next business meeting, vacation, or wedding. When booked in advance, room rates can start as low as $276.50 per night for a three night stay. During a stay at the Trump International Hotel you can expect excellent customer service and perks such as: babysitting services, valet parking, personalized stationary and business cards, spa access, shopping assistance and pet services. Aside from world class service and beautiful rooms, one of the major amenities enjoyed by guests and walk-in customers is the 23,000 square foot spa. The Spa at Trump offers such treatments as seaweed body wraps, body mud infusion, soul to soul massage and much more. Whether you are traveling alone or with a companion, The Spa at Trump is the perfect place to unwind and relax after a long day. While there are plenty of vibrant and exciting restaurants to visit in the Chicago area, the Trump International Hotel and Tower provides a fine ding experience just minutes away from any guest room in the hotel. And if you feel like a night in you can always enjoy the fine fare from the comfort of your room.

Hotel Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

Address: 20 East Chestnut St., Chicago, IL 60611

Phone Number: (312) 324-4000

Phone Number: www.sofitel.com

Located in the heart of downtown Chicago the Hotel Sofitel Chicago Water Tower is the perfect place to enjoy modern design combined with home-like comforts. With room rates starting around $140.00 per night, a stay at the Hotel Sofitel Chicago Water Tower will leave you with money to spend in all the fine shops within walking distance or at Navy Pier. Each room in the hotel comes fitted with: air conditioning, safe deposit box, mini bar, radio, WI-FI, satellite cable and more. Comfort is ensured with queen and king sized beds, marble bathrooms, and 32 inch flat screen televisions. So whether you are traveling on business or leisure, your stay at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower will be full of comfort and ease. If you are too busy or too tired to dine out you can always enjoy a meal in the Cafe Des Architectes, located within the hotel and serving French based food. If you have time to see the sites during your charter bus trip you will appreciate being located close to these exciting attractions: The Art Institute, Bloomingdales, the Chicago Symphony Center and Shed Aquarium.

Transportation is an important part of any successful trip. Whether you are traveling alone, in a group, for business or pleasure, getting from place to place with ease will make your trip much more enjoyable. Chicago has a great number of transportation options everything from yellow taxi’s to shuttle you away from the airport to posh touring buses for the ultimate tourist experience.

Executive Coach of Chicago Charter Bus

Address: 9982 Anderson Ave., Unit B, Chicago, IL 60415.

Phone Number: (708) 423-4022

Website: www.executivecoachofchicago.com

The ideal way for any group, larger than 15 people, to get around a large city is via tour bus. If you are planning a trip to Chicago and need group transportation or you need charter bus for a local event then Executive Coach of Chicago is eager to assist in all your transportation needs. With four different bus sizes available you can be sure that your group will be comfortable as they travel to any destination. Executive Coach of Chicago can pick groups up from any location and their experienced drivers can safely get passengers to any location in the city and since Executive Coach of Chicago only hires local drivers you can be sure that your driver will be able to get you to your location without getting lost. Whether for a teenage athletics team or a group of businessmen, Executive Coach of Chicago is ready to provide you with top-of-the-line coach bus transportation.

Budget Car Rentals

O’Hare: 10000 Bessie Coleman Drive, Chicago, IL, 60666

Phone Number: (773) 894-1900

Midway: 5700 South Cicero Ave Chicago, IL, 60638

Phone Number: (708) 458-1075

Website: www.budget.com

Renting a car is usually one of the easiest ways to get around, especially if you are traveling sole or with a small group. The easiest place to rent a car is at the airport, but sometimes the lines are long, the car selection is limited and the prices are higher. So the most important thing to decide on ahead of time is whether you must have a car as you leave the airport or whether you can take a bus or taxi to a car rental location close to your hotel. If you want to rent a car at the airport then consider renting from Budget. With locations at both Midway and O’Hare, Budget is ready to assist in your transportation needs. Car rentals at Budget can start as low as $51.46 per day with additional discounts available for booking the car online in advance. Budget can also provide GPS systems and child safety seats for a minimal fee.

Enterprise Car Rentals

O’Hare: 6400 N Schilling Rd. Chicago, IL 60666

Phone Number: (847) 948-3320

Midway 5701 S Cicero Ave., Chicago, IL 60638

Phone Number: (773) 735-8860

Website: www.enterprise.com

Available at both Chicago airports and several other city locations, Enterprise car rentals are a great option when you need to get around the city. Enterprise offers all sorts of vehicles to their customers. Are in in town for a convention and traveling with lots of supplies and goods to display? Well, a minivan, cargo van or pickup truck may be just the thing to help you get your gear safely to the convention site. Rental prices for economy sized cars start out as low as $76.79 per day.

Hertz Car Rentals

Address: 181 West Washington St., Chicago, IL 60601

Phone Number: (312) 726-1476

Website: www.hertz.com

Sometimes after the hassle of getting off the plane, walking through the busy terminal and picking up your luggage, all you want to do is get out of the airport. Sticking around to rent a car is not always appealing so instead why not take a cab to your hotel, settle in and then go about renting a car. Hertz Car Rental provides top quality cars, without the airport hassle, at their West Loop location in Chicago. In addition to simple car rentals, Hertz also offers child safety seat rentals, special hand controls for disabled drivers, pick up services and daily protection insurance. Economy car rental prices start at $37.80 per day.

Chicago O’Hare Airport

Chicago O’Hare has four terminals that are connected by pedestrian tunnels and an airport transit system. Each terminal contains different concourses, amenities and airlines.

Terminal 1

Terminal 1 is home to concourse B and C which serves the following airlines:

• All Nippon Airways (departures only)
• Continental
• Lufthansa (departures only)
• United (domestic and international departures only)
•  United Express (all check-in and luggage claim).

Airport guests will also find a number of transportation options in Terminal 1. You can find charter buses at exit 1G, rental car locations at exits 1D-1F, and taxi services at exits 1A-1C. The Bus/Shuttle Center is located on the ground level (Level 1 near elevator center 3) of O’Hare International Airport’s elevated parking garage. This center is the central pick-up facility for regional and hotel courtesy buses, airport rental car agencies and parking shuttles. It is easily accessible by pedestrian tunnels from Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Additionally, there are several dining, lounging and restroom options for anyone spending a significant amount of time in Terminal 1 at O’Hare airport.

Terminal 2

Terminal 2 is home to concourses F and E which serve the following airlines:

• Air Canada
• Delta
• Delta Shuttle
• JetBlue Airways
• US Airways
• US Airways Express

Some additional services in terminal 2 include: car and hotel rental kiosks, the children’s museum, airport transit system station, elevators to the parking garage and bus/shuttle center, a chapel, United Red Carpet Club, Seaway National Bank, electronic charging stations, several dining options and travelers aid.

Terminal 3

Terminal 3 is home to concourses G, H, K and L which serve the following airlines:

• Air Choice One
• Alaska
• American Airlines (domestic and international departures only)
• American Connections
• American Eagle
• Iberia (departures only)
• Japan Airlines (departures only)
• Spirit Airlines

Terminal 3 is the largest of the four terminals and is packed with several different dining options, three lounges/clubs, postal services, a currency exchange center, luggage claim areas, an airport transit station and bridge and elevator/stair access to ground level transportation options.

Terminal 5

Terminal five is home to concourse M which serves the following airlines:

• Aer Lingus
• AeroMexico
• Air France
• Air India
• Alitalia
• All Nippon Airways (arrivals only)
• American (international arrivals only)
• Asiana
• British Airways
• Cayman Airways
• Etihad Airways
• Iberia (arrivals only)
• Japan Airlines (arrivals only)
• KLM
• Royal Dutch
• Korean Air
• LOT Polish
• Lufthansa (arrivals only)
• Mexicana
• Pakistan Int’l
• Royal Jordanian
• SAS
• SWISS
• TACA
• Turkish Airlines
• United (international arrivals only)
• USA 3000
• Virgin Atlantic Airways

Comprised of two levels, O’Hare’s terminal five handles the majority of the international traffic that flows through the airport every day. Terminal five provides the following services: customs, currency exchange, several international lounges, a food court area and an animal relief area. Additionally, terminal five provides direct access to the airport transit system which can take you to the other terminals, economy parking areas and public transportation into the city. If you needed, you also have access to rental cars, taxis, charter buses and more.

Chicago Midway Airport

Midway airport is noticeably smaller than O’Hare Airport, and is comprised of only three concourses. Concourses A, B, and C service all of the domestic and international flight needs at Midway. Fully stocked with gift shops and dining options, flying into or out or out of Midway Airport in Chicago should be stress and hassle-free. On concourse A you will find a currency exchange counter, five different dining options, and security personal. Concourses B and C are a bit larger than concourse A, and provide more than six different dining options, a chapel and multiple flight information display areas to keep you well informed about gate changes or delays. All three concourses share one terminal area where you can find the baggage claim areas and access to public transportation. The bus pick up site is located at the bus shelter near the Southwest baggage claim area.

1. Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio

Having ranked first in top dedicated to the best amusements parks in the world, Cedar Point certainly deserves its title. It features no less than 17 roller coasters, the most of any amusement park in the world; among them, the astonishing Magnum XL-200, and the awesome Top Thrill Dragster, both known once as the tallest and the fastest roller coaster in the world, are the stars.

2. Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida

This fun guide would not be accurate without Walt Disney World occupying one of the first positions. The most famous themed park in the world and the largest as well introduces children and adults alike into a world of fantasy and magic.  For children, one of the main attractions of the park is Cinderella’s castle while adults may indulge themselves in one of the many restaurants, water parks and shopping districts.

3. Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida

Universal Studios is extraordinarily entertaining. This theme park is built around movie characters and stories, such as Shrek, Jaws or Terminator. The absolutely musts are the “Revenge of the Mummy” and “Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit”, intended for adults and older children, while the little ones may enjoy the “E.T adventure”, or they may become agent trainees in the “Men in Black: Alien Attack” themed ride.

4. Legoland in Carlsbad, California

Legoland, California is composed of 9 sections, all intended to be exciting and amazingly interesting for small children and entertaining for big children (mommies and daddies). The park has to offer impressive life sized Lego structures, more than 60 rides, shows and many, many attractions.

5. Busch Gardens Williamsburg in Williamsburg, Virginia

Ranking 5^th on this fun guide, but certainly, not the last on many people’s own lists is this amusement park in Virginia, known as beautifully designed and exceptionally well taken care of. The two characteristics which come to one’s mind first when thinking about Bush Gardens are definitely beauty and quality. Featuring the fastest and tallest dive coaster in the world and many other attractions divided in 10 sections, this park is certainly entertaining as it is aesthetically appealing.

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1. The term ‘bus’ derives from the word ‘omnibus’, which in itself was a pun on the name Omnes, a hatter whose shop was situated outside one of the first bus stations in France. It is not known if he created an enormous bus shaped hat to celebrate this fact – but it thought doubtful. This is also where the idea of a ‘French pun’ derives, meaning a pun, which has no humorous value whatsoever.

2. The famous yellow school buses used in North America first appeared in 1939. This may explain the delay in the US entering the Second World War. They were busy picking bus colours. The colour is now officially known as National School Bus Glossy Yellow. So all that hard work didn’t go to waste.

3. The oldest unchanged bus route in London is the 24, which runs from Hampstead Heath to Pimlico and began in 1910 and has been infuriating the denizens of the capital ever since.

4. If you are called a ‘bus driver’ you probably work one of two occupations. You could be a person who drives a bus around the streets of a particular area or conurbation. Or you could be the rapper Busdriver, whose latest album “Jhelli Beam” is available now on Epitaph records. Though you are more likely to be the former as there is only one of the latter.

5. China is said to be home to the world’s largest bus; the Neoplan Jumbocruiser which has three sections, five doors, and a 300-person capacity. Though both Australia and Brazil claim to have buses of equal, if not larger, girth. It is thought that if this bus envy spirals out of control and culminates in war followed by global apocalypse that will be a really depressing thing.

6. Venezuela is known for its lawless driving conditions, due to the incredibly cheap price of petrol there. In an attempt to stop the roads resembling something out of Death Race 2000, traffic laws have recently been implemented and the historic first person to have their licence suspended was bus driver Ramon Parra. Ramon was caught speeding, was overloaded with passengers and had one of the busses wheels sitting in the aisle. That’s outrageous. A bus speeding.

7. Bus spotting might not be as popular as train spotting, but has its own devoted, passionate followers. It is particularly popular past time in Hong Kong, for reasons no one seems able to explain. One man in Suffolk ran up a bill of £10,000, fraudulently exploiting his position at an insurance firm to improve his personal bus spotting log. This led to the government sponsored campaign: “Bus Spotting: It Screws You Up”.

8. Paul Stender from Indianapolis fitted a school bus with a Phantom fighter jet engine and created the world’s fastest bus. Capable of reaching a top speed of 367mph, it was still ten minutes late for its first pick-up.

9. One of the great movie mysteries was finally deciphered when the solution of how the gang from the Italian Job got their gold off the bus teetering over a cliff was worked out. The solution was easy: science.

10. The future of the humble bus may have been spotted recently in China where the ‘flying’ or ‘straddling’ bus was unveiled in Beijing. This mechanical marvel takes buses out of the busy road equation by placing them above the traffic on rails. I’m telling you, it’s a short step from straddling busses to hover busses and that is one vehicle I will definitely be onboard.

About the Author: Dale Shaw is a freelance writer currently working for experience day website Wish. If you’re looking for something exciting, then check out their range of activities here.

• The Ethel M. Chocolate Factory. Satisfy that sweet-tooth with a visit to Ethel M. Chocolates for a behind the scenes tour. Located 15 minutes from the Strip, past guests rave about the free samples provided post-tour. The self-guided Factory Tour is open seven days a week, as is the world-famous Ethel M. Botanical Cactus Garden, renowned for its large collection of cacti.
• Marjorie Barrick Museum of Natural History. The oldest building on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus, holds duel distinction. The building was originally a basketball court, but currently holds 2,000 years of Mesoamerican artwork. Described as an educational treasure, this museum will appeal to all ages. From live native lizard exhibitions to old Indian artifacts and ancient figurines, there’s a lot to see. Every Sunday is family funday and of course, there’s free entry every day except Monday when the museum is closed.
• CBS Television City Research Center. Visitors have the chance to be a part of network history, offering their opinions after watching screenings of as-yet unreleased television material. The center handles programming for a number of networks, including CBS, MTV and Nickelodeon and is open daily from 10am to 8:30pm.

In addition to the attractions listed above, some Vegas hotels offer freebies for visitors to enjoy even if they do not gamble. Here are a few options:

• The Bellagio Hotel. The Bellagio has a couple of free attractions, the water show and the botanical gardens, which are not to be missed. The Fountains of Bellagio water show, a stunning combination of water, music and light, starts every half hour, and the Botanical Garden, with its exotic plants and flowers, is open twenty four hours, allowing for a peaceful escape any time of the day.
• Circus Circus. This casino is a center for family fun. The Adventure Dome Theme Park features free daily clown shows, starting from noon, with additional shows on Fridays and Saturday. On the mezzanine level, guests can enjoy an incredible circus experience in the Carnival Midway, with clowns, jugglers, flying trapeze and much more, absolutely free. Performances start from 11am daily.

While there are many free attractions and activities to be had in Las Vegas, getting there and staying there are two items you generally won’t find anyone offering for free. Grabbing the best package deal to Vegas is a matter of taking the time to compare pricing information on discount hotel and flight combinations. Online booking agencies allow travelers to customize their experience with add-ons including to-and-from airport transportation, show tickets and rental cars. Bundling travel items can add up to big savings.

About the Author: Olivia Bennet is an avid traveler and writer. She lives in the UK and works for Wink Bingo.

1. If you traveling to another location for extended period of time, you will need a car when you get there.  Using someone else’s can be annoying. Having to rent a car for a long time will be expensive.  The most stress free option is to ship your own car to you new location with an auto transport.  Your car can be shipped virtually anywhere easily and without a hassle.
2. The entire flying process can be very aggravating.  Some of these annoyances are unavoidable, such as having a screaming baby sitting right next to you.  Why not eliminate the stress that you do have control over such as always making sure to confirm your flight in advance.  There is nothing worse than showing up at the airport only to find out that you flight was canceled or even a couple of hours delayed. By confirming you flight you will know exactly when to be there.
3. Remember to pack lightly. No matter what your means of transportation are, be it by bus, train or plane the fewer items you have to schlep around with you the better.  Listen to the 10 day forecast and pack accordingly.  No need to take along everything in your closet.  The more bags and packages you take along with you the more likely you are to lose things along the way. Who wants to spend their vacation locating there lost items.
4. Do make sure to pack for yourself and especially for the kid’s ample food for traveling.  Hungry people, make grumpy people.  Also, make sure to conceal some cash in your hand luggage, just in case.  You rather be prepared than unprepared.
5. Don’t be cheap.  Sometimes being frugal and trying to save a couple of dollars can cause you unnecessary aggravation.  For instance, when booking your hotel room, go the extra mile and book two rooms if you will be traveling with children.  Don’t plan on having them roll in extra cots and or crib. The end results will be a cramped room with nobody sleeping, hence, nobody enjoying and everyone is sour moods.  Do it right! Save the coupons for your grocery shopping.  Don’t skimp on your vacation, you will regret it.

With the right amount of advance planning, you will be able to plan your trip to be hassle free and stress free. You deserve your vacation; make sure to make the most of it!

Amy Trip is a business consultant for 1autotransport.com which specializes in Florida NY auto transport . Amy has advised many happy and satisfied customers in using an auto transport when planning their trip.

You see them across Americas freeways; buses filled with college students on their way to athletic events, competitions and outings. Let’s take a fresh look at some of the challenges presented by this mode of travel. In this blog, we will consider the economic, social, and safety of college bus travel. Bus travel is not perfect, but is often a better choice. While a private auto can stop whenever they choose or take an alternate route, there are many benefits to bus travel for students.

Traveling to an event by bus helps to build unity and student moral. It provides an atmosphere where students can interact with one another outside of the formal classroom. Bus trips are often responsible for new friendships, and communication is encouraged by the lack of distractions.

With fuel cost increasing almost daily, using busses to transport 60 or more students to an event is very efficient. Can you imagine having 60 cars on the road to the same event instead? Just the thought of that many college students driving is enough to cause fear in the hearts of any experienced driver. But beyond economics, there is a real concern here for safety.

According to NIAAA, 88% of college students drink alcohol. If students drive themselves (or their friends) to an event, there is the likelihood of them driving back while impaired. A trained, professional bus driver can safely transport our sons and daughters back to their dorms. In 2008, there were 24,000 people reported injured in all types of bus crashes.  While that may seem like a large number, compare it with the 2.35 million injuries from automobile accidents in the same year.

A secondary benefit is that people riding in a bus are far less likely to be killed or injured in a crash than those in an auto. This double benefit – less crashes and less injury – cannot be ignored.

Another safety aspect to be considered with bus travel is a far less likelihood of a student being attacked or robbed while in a group. College students alone can become easy targets, but that liability is decreased as they travel together. We encourage our children to use a buddy system when traveling, and what better method than with 59 of their closest friends. Additionally, many schools often provide a chaperone or staff to accompany the traveling group of students. Teachers, coaches and other adults are also a benefit to the safety of our students.

When we consider all the facts, it makes sense for college students to use charter bus service whenever it is available. Cheaper, safer and really just more fun, buses fill a need that would be hard-pressed to be replaced.

Thomas Masterson is a career advisor and content contributor for thebestcolleges.org, a website providing a list of cheap online schools as well as college rankings for a multitude of specialty programs.

Well, here are some of the things you need to consider before you make that ultimate decision:

Consider the amount of time you have

The first thing you need to consider is time. Travel time is a very important factor to think about before you decide whether to drive your car or take the plane on your next vacation. If time is essential for you and you’re in a hurry to get to your destination, then the best option is to fly. If your trip is jam-packed and you have lots of places to visit or people to meet, it would be best to take the plane so that you can maximize your time. Traveling by plane is fast and we all know how convenient it is, right? Don’t worry if you think you don’t have enough money, you can find cheap airfares and promos. Try to ask around or check online for the latest deals and promos you can grab. That will definitely save you a lot of money.
The downside is that when you take the plane, you must prepare for some flight delays or add in some extra time for airport security and check-in. Sometimes, flights get delayed due to unavoidable circumstances like bad weather or technical problems. Security and check-in activities may also delay you especially if the airport is packed and there are a lot of people.

Consider your budget for the trip

Well, another thing you have to consider is your budget. Before you decide whether to drive or fly, why not compare the travel expenses for both modes of transportation. If your destination is not too far, the car is still the best option since it can save you more money. Make sure you compute your car’s miles per gallon rating. Usually, the smaller the car, the smaller the fuel expenses will be. There’s an available fuel cost calculator which you can check out online. Just indicate your car’s make and model plus your travel details so you would know how much money you would need for fuel.

Consider the passengers coming

Whether you’re traveling solo or with your whole family and children, it’s important to ask the others (if there are any) what they’d like to do. Some young children don’t like to fly, while some adults get plane sick. It’s important to figure out what works best for everyone.
As you can see, there are some tips to consider when it comes to driving vs. flying for your next vacation.

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Become A Member: Whether for a hotel chain’s discount club or a frequent flyer group, join anything you can, as long as there are no fees. While you might get pestered by an occasional email, belonging to these members clubs can actually be very beneficial to travelers. At the very least, you will find out about cheap ticket deals before others do. At best, you can have your bags checked free on flights, get upgraded, or redeem points for a free night in your favorite hotel.

Travel Coupon Codes: Before paying full price for anything, whether that is a flight, a restaurant meal or even a hotel booking, be sure to head online and look up “coupon codes” for that specific product or brand. You can also find coupon codes or discount by liking the company or airline on social network sites like Facebook and Twitter. They often offer discounts to their fans, so check often and scoop up any discounts you might see.

Eat With The Locals: Whether you are in the Philippines or Brooklyn, ask around to find out where the locals eat their meals. Instead of paying full price for an international breakfast at a touristy restaurant, get something special and authentic to the area. It might be a quick bite from a street vendor, or an upscale restaurant that doesn’t cater to tourists. Not only will you save money, but you can also try out foods you can’t get anywhere else. Along the same idea, you can visit local grocery stores to buy basic foods and snacks that can cut down the costs of your meals while on vacation.

What are some ways you are able to save money and cut costs while on vacation?