Tip ONE - START PLANNING NOW! My biggest tip for my clients is to plan as early as you can. When you plan well in advance you are more likely to get the best price for your trip. To start, by booking early, you will have MORE options. Resorts tend to book up much faster these days. I want my clients to have all their options open and to see the best possible rates. Many resorts offer early booking specials which will help us to save and maximize your budget. This savings alone could cover the cost of a couple of excursions for your family or group! Also by planning in advance you should be able to see more room categories available. I hate delivering the news that there are only KING rooms left or no OCEAN VIEW accommodations. I want my clients to get their first choice best option!

Tip TWO - Budget MORE for your flights. We all know inflation is real. EVERYTHING is more expensive these days. Flights included. Just expect flights to be MORE. Be aware of when airlines are releasing their flights and book EARLY. I know I sound like a broken record but planning in advance is KEY! You want to jump on the Wanna Get Away fares when they are released. If they happen to run a sale you can always get a voucher back for the difference. Also, DO NOT BOOK BASIC ECONOMY. If we learned anything from 2020, we know that anything can happen and we need to have flexibility. It is absolutely worth the extra cost to be able to make changes to your flight plans. 

Tip THREE - BE FLEXIBLE. When we travel we always need to have patience and learn to be flexible. Things can happen. It is always good to have a plan B in mind. For example, if something happens to your transfer and it is not on time or maybe your flight was delayed, don't panic. We can always find a plan B. Call your Travel Advisor if you need help! That is what we are here for. Remember that your transfer driver is only human too. Sometimes they get stuck in traffic. Or maybe their last client was delayed. Please be patient as we can hit small bumps in the road. Just know you will soon be at your magical destination enjoying a new adventure. 

Tip FOUR - speaking of bumps in the road, ALWAYS BUY TRAVEL PROTECTION especially for international trips. You never know what could come your way. We have seen more flight cancellations and delays than ever before. It is so important to protect your investment. Buying the insurance will give you a great sense of peace as well. I always tell my client I hope you don't need it but it is so important to have. Many people do not realize that your health insurance often does not work internationally. What if someone slips poolside and breaks a bone or needs stitches? Or if someone gets ill and needs to be treated. It happens more than you realize. The cost of being medical care overseas can be extremely expensive. Make sure your plan offers good medical coverage for these situations. 

Tip FIVE - MAKE TIME TO TRAVEL. Keep it in your budget if at all possible. The days are long but the years are short! If you feel you don't have the budget to travel like you did in years past, consider a shorter trip? A dometic trip or a destination within driving distance? Make the time to be with those you love and don't give up the adventure. The memories you create from traveling are truly PRICELESS. It doesn't have to be a fancy trip! Call your Haven Escape Travel Advisor for ideas! You know what they say, the only trip you will regret is the one you did not take!