Question by sandra: How far ahead is too far ahead when booking a flight from the US to UK?
I am planning to visit a friend in London around the end of December 2008 beginning of January 2009. The problem is I am not 100% sure I will still want to visit in 6 months. How far ahead should I book my flight and still get a good deal? Can I book it 3 months ahead and still pay the same as booking 6 months ahead?
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Answer by silentnonrev
simple answer is: no-one knows what conditions will be like next month, let alone in 6 months. Will oil go to $ 200/barrel? $ 250? If you are not sure you want to go, I would say hold off, because almost all tickets are non-refundable except the most expensive ones.
Assuming “normal” economic conditions…..you should still be OK three months out. Just make sure to buy your ticket with a credit card, in case the airline you choose goes belly up!
Buon viaje
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Question by HMGator: Christmas in the Carribean: To book last minute or ahead of time?
My fiance and I will be married in October but only have time for a budget honeymoon in December after classes are over. We are considering booking a cruise or Caribbean vacation packages last minute in order to get a better deal. Would it be a mistake to try getting a last minute deal a few weeks before Christmas? Surely not everywhere is going to be full even at that time. Thank you in advance!
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Answer by The Cruise Ladies
Most of the last minute deals on Christmas cruises are slim and far between. Most holiday sailing sell out early and rates increase rather than decrease. It is “supply and demand” If there are tons of cabins left, prices drop. If there are only a small amount-the price will go up.
I book my guests both ways and usually for a holiday sailing, booking early is best
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Question by Sarah: Would it be cheaper to book ahead or wait for a last minute deal?
In January/February I’m meeting up with a friend in Las Vegas for a few days. I’ve never been before and was wondering if the best deals for air fair and hotels are to be had by booking in advance or through last minute travel sites like Travel Zoo. Is the price difference significant or does it not even matter that much?
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Answer by UK_2_USA
Most Vegas hotels allow you to cancel a reservation at no cost if you do so a day or so before you travel.
Find the best deal you can now, check out the cancellation policy and as long as you can cancel at no cost book it now. You can then watch how prices develop over time and book a different room nearer the time if the price drops (and also cancel your original one).
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