{"id":1503,"date":"2024-11-18T12:15:10","date_gmt":"2024-11-18T16:15:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/?p=1503"},"modified":"2024-11-20T17:01:30","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T21:01:30","slug":"expensive-travel-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/expensive-travel-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Expensive Travel Mistakes and How to Avoid Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/costlymistakeshero.jpg\" alt=\"Expensive travel mistakes\" data-id=\"1504\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=1504\" class=\"wp-image-1504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/costlymistakeshero.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/costlymistakeshero-340x220.jpg 340w, https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/costlymistakeshero-768x497.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Traveling can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding things you do, but it can also cost a pretty penny. And while you may be spending additional dollars on accommodations and dining, the unnecessary spending actually starts much earlier: booking your plane tickets. To save you dollars on your next vacation, we\u2019ve gathered the most expensive travel mistakes you\u2019re making when purchasing your airfare.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8 Expensive Travel Mistakes You May Be Making<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Waiting to Book<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know where you\u2019re going and when you\u2019re going there, don\u2019t hesitate to pull the trigger on an airline ticket. Prices of flights are bound to change as the departure date gets closer. So, the ticket price you saw one month ago for your vacation next week has likely gone up in price significantly. Typically, airline tickets bought far in advance of your vacation are less expensive. Therefore, it\u2019s always best to plan and purchase ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Flying Out on the Weekend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To limit time off from work and used vacation days, we understand the convenience of flying in or out on the weekends. However, you\u2019ll notice a significant difference in price between weekend and weekday flights. Because more people are traveling on weekends, airfare can soar through the roof. If you can fly in or out of your destination on a weekday instead, you could potentially save hundreds of dollars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Entering Incorrect Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to review all details before clicking the \u201cBook\u201d button. It\u2019s easy to make a typo or insert a wrong date. But, making any mistakes on your flight itinerary can result in additional fees to edit your information.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Loyalty to an Airline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because you had one great experience with an airline does not mean they offer the cheapest fares. It\u2019s best to research different flight prices with different airlines before pulling the trigger on booking your flight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Overlooking Other Airports<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live close to an airport, you may only think to fly in and out of that airport. However, if you\u2019re in a busier area, there is likely more than one airport in your area. That said, be sure to check flight prices to and from neighboring airports. The difference can be just a few dollars or hundreds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Omitting Ancillary Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ancillary costs are an unfortunate yet inevitable part of airline travel. While some airlines&#8217; hidden fees are better than others, there\u2019s almost always an additional charge on top of what you\u2019re already paying for your ticket. Whether it\u2019s additional charges for a carry-on or seat selection, be sure to review these added charges before making a final decision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Ignoring Cancellation Policies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Booking directly with the airline, using an agent, purchasing through a third-party site &#8211; there are endless ways to pay for your airfare and there are just as many various cancellation policies. If there is a significant possibility for changes to your trip or the potential need for cancellation, it\u2019s crucial to read through each airlines\u2019 cancellation policies. For example, some airlines give you 24 hours to cancel and some will retain all money paid and grant you credit towards a future flight instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Paying Baggage Fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know checking baggage at the airport is expensive. So to avoid those expensive travel mistakes, ship your luggage to your destination instead. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/how-ship-go-works\">Learn more<\/a> about safe and convenient luggage shipping with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipgo.com\/\">ShipGo<\/a> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding things you do, but it can also cost a pretty penny. And while you may be spending additional dollars on accommodations and dining, the unnecessary spending actually starts much earlier: booking your plane tickets. 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