20 Travel Booking Myths – Busted!
Thanks to the Internet, we've all become more knowledgeable when it comes to travel. However, there are a number of persistent myths that are just plain wrong. We checked with the experts to sort fact from fiction. If you've ever wondered when's the best time to book a flight, or if you have to fly economy to get the cheapest ticket, you'll want to keep reading…
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1. A Good Pilot Can Handle Any Storm
Rick Seaney, CEO of FareCompare loves busting aviation myths. He recently told ABC News that there are still many widely held beliefs that are wrong. For example: a good pilot can handle any storm. Yes, that's true — because they avoid storms and fly around when possible. -
8. There Is a Best Time to Book
YVR Deals says that in general no. But for specific routes there may be a best time to buy in terms of seasons, etc. There are websites that track fares to help you make a decision. But the best way is to have a price in your head, and if you see that price when searching, buy. -
9. Airlines Price Match
According to Smarter Travel, airlines don't always match their competitors fares or seat sales. In Canada, however, you'll find that the fares are pretty close. Price differences are usually due to the seat inventory of a flight. -
10. Travel Websites Are Diabolical
Do travel websites track your searches and then jack the fare if you search more than once?
YVR Deals says no, especially for airfares. However, I have seen car rental rates differ by as much as $10 a day depending on when you search. And I've seen airfares do the same thing. But I don't think they're basing that on me alone. -
11. Travel Agents Are Obsolete
Actually, they're not. Smarter Travel points out that travel agents know tons of tricks to help find you cheaper than advertised itineraries and fares. They can do things that no automated website can and they can also use their wisdom and experience to shave off many, many dollars. -
12. Airlines Offer Bereavement Fares
YVR Deals says there are compassionate discounts, but they're usually off the most expensive fare — which won't be much different than what you can find for yourself online. The one benefit, though, is that the ticket will be much more flexible if you need to make changes. -
19. Airline Websites Have the Cheapest Fares
Sometimes you can save a few extra bucks by booking with the airline directly. But Smarter Travel points out that an airline isn't going to tell you that it's a better deal to fly back with a different airline. For that, you need a big website like Expedia or, even better, a travel agent.
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