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Planning Your Trip Where do you want to go?
What time of year
Take advantage of off season
Keep dates open if possible
Be sure to read the fine print Cancellation Policy
Trip Insurance
What is included in the tour
Packing for your Trip Keep to one bag and one carry on
Pack Light! Rule of 3 - shoes, pants, and tops that can be mixed and
matched
Pack for the climate
Personal Care Items
Medications (carry on)
Keep a semi packed bag
Flight Be flexible – optional dates if possible
Flight search engines Skyscanner, Monondo, Jetradar, Google, Airfare Watchdog
and check with airline directly
Book at least 30 days prior
Book non-stop if possible
Get access to the lounge – Loungebuddy.com
If you have to cancel a flight
Car Rental Book as soon as possible
Loyalty programs
Upgrade at the counter
Location – non airport locations – use shuttle
Pass on the insurance
Try Payless or Fox Rent a Car
Uber or Lyft
Lodging Book as soon as possible
Loyalty program
Full Service
Location
Airbnb, Homeaway, VRBO
Good area? Check with local police
Security Leave travel information with family or friend
Take one bank card & small amount of cash
Electronics should be fully charged
Be aware of your surroundings
Check “Travel Alerts” at Travel.State.Gov
Current Passport
TSA or Global Entry
Travel Websites Pricline.com – full service
Seatguru.com – seat location
iFly.com – Airport maps
Yelp
Google Maps
Flight Aware – Flight Status
Treat Your Body Well List all medications and keep in your luggage
Keep all meds with you while traveling to your destination
Check with your doctor regarding vaccinations
Drink plenty of water
Enjoy the local fare, but be mindful
Walk or exercise as much as you can
Experience new things!
Vacation Travel Same as above – but there’s more!
Involve everyone in the planning (kids)
Build downtime daily
Travel like a local
Cruises – Travel Agent
Try a local restaurant
Bring your patients and carry a smile
Travel within a group Cruising is one of the best options Use Bed and Breakfasts Inns Avoid Tourist style restaurants Travel off Season Book with family run business Picnic when possible Use a Guide Book or websites Use ATM’s rather than Travelers Checks
It’s a big beautiful world out there!
Create a work/life balance
The world is not an intimating place
Working out your comfort zone is rewarding
Every place has a story
There is so much food in the world
It gives you purpose
Individual and Group Travel
Business and Corporate Travel
Vacations – bucket list
Questions you might have on your destination
When is the best time to travel
What is the best cruise line for our family
Reaching PattyGet on email list @ [email protected]
Get on mailing list
Go to website: Pattystours.com
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Call 775-453-1794
Questions?We’ve got answers!
