How to save time, effort and money while traveling

Even those who go out of their homes only to the nearest grocery store know that booking tickets early can save a lot. Fortunately, no need to sit for days on the websites of airlines to catch the long-awaited discount. AviasalesFor example, I thought it all over for a long time. It is enough to subscribe to the desired city or country in order to receive notification by email about a reduction in ticket prices.

В Google Play and the App Store You can download applications that help to monitor prices, for example Aviasales, Skyscanner and others.

It is useful to subscribe to airline news. Nobody likes spam, but large fish can get caught in muddy water.

Use stoppers

Stopover (stopover) - free stop at a transit point with the ability to stay in the city for a day or more. For example, if you are flying in North America, you can make a stopper from four hours, in Central America - from six hours. If you fly to Thailand via Sri Lanka, you can stay in Colombo for up to three days. The best part is that the cost of tickets does not change. The whole of Rio de Janeiro cannot be seen in five hours, but you can get a general idea of ​​the city.

Information on possible stopovers is contained in the fare description (fare conditions). If the stopper is allowed, notify the airline of your wish to stay in the city of transplant.

Ticket aggregator sites will also help. If you are dealing with Aviasaleslook for the following link:

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In order not to be trapped, first study the cost of tickets separately and taking into account the different days of departure and arrival.

Look at the airline site Multiple destinations - These are the same stopovers. If the fare includes a stopover, the airline issues a visa, provides the hotel and transfer. If the stop exceeds the 24 hour, the luggage must be taken and taken with you.

Anyone who has flown knows how important it is to choose the right seat in the cabin. Especially if it's a flight to the other side of the world. When planning your trip, study the layout of the aircraft cabin in advance. There are plenty of sites that allow you to do this - for example, Seatguru or Samolety. It is enough to know the flight number and type of aircraft. For example, this is what the “filling” looks like: Airbus A320 from the Aeroflot park:

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If on board the aircraft you experience weakness and nausea, choose a place in the bow and closer to the wings.

Take oatmeal on the road

Have you discovered a healthy lifestyle and the delights of proper nutrition? Vacation and flight are not a reason to change your routine. This trick was suggested to us by experienced stewards and old-timers on a diet. Take a zip-lock bag and pour a handful (or whatever amount you need) of your favorite oatmeal with any topping. Nuts and dried fruits are suitable. All! On the plane, ask for a cup of boiling water to make a healthy breakfast.

Use essential oils for motion sickness

Sickening and swaying in the plane? Grab a bottle of mint oil and sniff it every time you feel weak. If the airline has strict rules about liquids, drip oil on a handkerchief.

Join the group

Do not dare to travel alone? And do not. Become part of a group of tourists, including both professional guides and lovers like you. For a relatively small amount, you will get fellow travelers and pump English in a relaxed atmosphere. There are many tourist groups, for example Flash pack, Travelndly, Interpid.

Use bags and baskets for storage

A foldable laundry basket is useful on the trip: you can store dirty things in it. A bag for washing delicate items will also be useful. It can be folded that the house will go to the wash. In big zip-lock-pack it is easy to transport wet things, such as a swimsuit, in which you swam a few hours before departure.

Take a spray for your face

A moisturizing spray for the face with a natural composition and in the approved mini-format will support the hydro balance of the skin and save it from dryness. Pay attention to the composition: it should not be parabens, sulfates and other harmful ingredients. Ladies to note: if you take on board a fabric face mask with a fashionable panda-pattern, you can take care of your skin and have a lot of fun for your fellow travelers.

Get functional clothes

A functional and very light jacket, which you can simply roll up and shove into a special weightless case, does not take up much space and is useful in case of early departure, late landing or during flights from one climate zone to another.

Order lunch in advance

Going to travel in the USA? Pay attention to the application Grave. It will help you choose in advance and order a lunch or a cup of coffee in the restaurants closest to the desired terminal at most airports in the country.

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Pay for Wi-Fi in advance

Some airlines, for example JetBlue and Virgin AmericaDo not provide free wifi on board. Specify this moment and in advance pay access to the Internet. Before the trip, it is good to study the Wi-Fi card: which airports on the planet provide passengers with access to the Network.

Ask for "free"

Many airlines have a large range of free passenger buns. You may not know about this if you do not ask a direct question. Toys, mosaic and pencils for children, wipes, cookies and juices - do not hesitate to ask, it's free.

It’s hard to believe, but some airlines (Air Canada, Etihad Airways, KLM) continue to serve economy-class passengers free alcoholic beverages during international flights. Yes, you just need to ask again.

Rent a car

In many countries, it is easier and cheaper to hire a car than to travel by public transport or taxi. AT Google Play and the App Store You will find car rental applications in different cities and countries.

Learn more about the country of destination.

Knowledge of cultural traditions will help to save on trifles. Find out before the trip how much it is customary to tip, whether it is necessary to pay for drinking water at restaurants and what time it is cheaper to buy products in local markets.

Use a single tourist card

A single card will help save great on urban routes. For example, for 48 euros you can buy a two-day "travel card" for 50 Parisian museums. Italian Firenzecard worth 72 euro. This 72 hours of inspection 72 museums of the country.

Look for free attractions

In each city there are free attractions and entertainment. In New York, guide enthusiasts conduct free excursionsincluding pedestrians. In Madrid, on Sundays, free entry to museums. In Amsterdam, volunteers arrange familiarization tours around town.