Sistersatsixty TRAVEL TIPS have you scheduling out your travel year and picking the best times to travel. From there you can decide where you want to travel, based on your budget and your timing. Here are a few final tips before you head out an amazing adventure!
1-When to book your flight: Most of the blogs say there isn't a perfect day of the week to book your air tickets. But, you should book your domestic flights 1-3 months out, and international flights 2-8 months out. Peak summer and holiday travel should be booked 4-8 months out. And, since you can, for now, change flights if you find a cheaper one, there isn't much downside.
2-Credit Cards: Many frequent flyer friends agree that you should have one credit card that is linked to an airline. This will help you accrue frequent flyer miles and might also help you board your flight earlier. Think about where you travel and pick a card that services that area. Your other credit card(s) might allow you to transfer points or even book flights on airlines. An added perk of some credit cards is access to airport lounges.
3-Faster Security: Sign up for GLOBAL PASS and it will include TSA-Precheck and last for 10 years. CLEAR is great for that odd time when your TSA-Pre doesn't show up on your boarding pass. You will still have to go through the regular security line, just quicker. American Express and other credit cars pay for my GLOBAL PASS.
4-Packing: If you can, don't check a bag. Those few times that we have checked our bags, they were delayed or lost for few days. It saves you the time spent checking the bags at the airport, and makes future transitions easier. Find a bag that swivels sideways for those narrow airline aisles. And, make sure your other carry-on attaches to the handle of the suitcase. Fighting with a bag that keeps falling off is a pain. Personally, I have never used packing cubes, but would love to hear if anyone has and what they think.
5- Seats: If you are traveling with a companion, try to book the aisle and window seat, leaving the middle open. Your chances of the middle remaining empty are usually better further back in the plane. And if someone does come on and have that middle seat, they won't be sad to have to sit in the aisle. Some airlines have made doing this impossible if you are booked on the same record locator code, but give it a shot.
When I speak to other boomers about their future plans, it usually includes more travel. I know mine does. So, let's keep the conversation going and share your Tips For Travel. -
Jan