August is here and summer feels like it’s coming to an end. Smart travelers love this time of year, because they are making plans and looking ahead to vacations in the winter. So what are the savviest of travelers doing before Labor Day?
1. Booking their holiday vacations…and spring break, too. Booking well in advance means smart travelers are using deposit policies that allow them to make their vacation plans and pay them off over the next several months.
2. Buying bathing suits and summer clothes. With back-to-school items in stores now, summer style is on the clearance racks. By the time winter rolls around, you’ll be hard pressed to find a new bathing suit, sundress or pair of shorts, so scoop up your warm-weather duds now.
3. Looking for early booking bonus deals. In addition to deposit policies, hotels often offer early booking bonuses – and that doesn’t just mean a great price for booking well in advance. You can get special offers like room upgrades, kids free deals, and other special inclusions that last-minute travelers won’t have access to.
4. Starting a piggy bank. With plenty of time before you fly, slowly saving up money now means you can do something extra-special in-destination. It may be a romantic dinner, an exciting excursion, or even a shopping trip. Plus, keeping a piggy bank specifically for your vacation adds to the anticipation!
5. Checking the school schedule. If you have kids or grandkids in school, now is the time to check their schedules. Plan around school breaks well in advance to make sure you’re not paying top dollar for your family vacation.
What are your top travel planning tips?
