The document compares two travel websites, Matador Travel and BootsnAll Travel. It describes the target communities for each site, types of travel content they feature, and interactive tools available to users. On Matador, travelers can share photos, comments, and articles. BootsnAll has message boards, categories for discussion, and tools for members to create blogs. Both sites lack direct hotel booking, but BootsnAll is best suited for hostels, guesthouses, and cheap hotels.
The document compares two travel websites, Matador Travel and BootsnAll Travel. It describes the target communities for each site, types of travel content they feature, and interactive tools available to users. On Matador, travelers can share photos, comments, and articles. BootsnAll has message boards, categories for discussion, and tools for members to create blogs. Both sites lack direct hotel booking, but BootsnAll is best suited for hostels, guesthouses, and cheap hotels.
This document discusses different types of tourism. It provides data on the top tourist destinations and spending countries in 2016. It then defines and provides examples of various types of niche tourism including heritage, nature, cultural, business, recreational, active, sports, religious, health, adventure, ecotourism, dark and frontier tourism. Frontier tourism examples discussed include visiting Antarctica, Mount Everest and commercial space flights. The document also profiles the first woman to climb the 14 highest mountains without oxygen and Virgin Galactic's plans for commercial space travel.
This document discusses the benefits and concerns of studying abroad as well as tips for safe travel. The benefits include cultural exposure, personal development from increased independence, and professional growth. Concerns for parents include safety, which can be addressed by researching destinations and following travel tips such as traveling light, staying with groups, and being aware of one's surroundings. The document provides information on Salisbury University's study abroad programs and financial aid, and includes an interview with a student who studied in India.
Santiago Castro has traveled to 17 countries across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, and Africa. Some of the most impactful lessons he has learned include understanding other cultures by getting involved in their daily lives, how education can transform opportunities, and appreciating nature and diversity. Travel has been essential to his personal and professional development by exposing him to new perspectives and allowing him to understand different people and places through their history, politics, religion, and more.
Whimsy is a travel search startup that aims to allow users to search for trips based on desired activities rather than destinations. It is targeting millennials, Gen X/Y, college graduates and busy professionals. The founders analyzed the online travel agency market and found Expedia and Pricline have the largest market shares. They estimated the pilot launch costs would total $85,000, with the largest expenses going towards development, marketing, and legal/compliance.
Top Nations on a Plump Shoestring Hacking Global Travel [Jeff Allan SKodak]Jeff Allan Skodak
This document provides travel tips and advice from someone who has traveled to over 60 countries. Some key points:
- The author prefers to travel luxuriously but at budget prices by figuring out hacks and negotiating deals.
- Tips are provided on topics like passports and visas, when and where to travel, buying airfare and lodging cheaply through sites like Skyscanner and bidding sites, and packing light with only carry-on luggage.
- Examples of great deals the author found include flights within India for under $15 and hotels in major cities for $50-70 per night. Flexibility and patience are advised for finding the best prices.
The document compares two travel websites, Matador Travel and BootsnAll Travel. It describes the target communities for each site, types of travel content they feature, and interactive tools available to users. On Matador, travelers can share photos, comments, and articles. BootsnAll has message boards, categories for discussion, and tools for members to create blogs. Both sites lack direct hotel booking, but BootsnAll is best suited for hostels, guesthouses, and cheap hotels.
The document compares two travel websites, Matador Travel and BootsnAll Travel. It describes the target communities for each site, types of travel content they feature, and interactive tools available to users. On Matador, travelers can share photos, comments, and articles. BootsnAll has message boards, categories for discussion, and tools for members to create blogs. Both sites lack direct hotel booking, but BootsnAll is best suited for hostels, guesthouses, and cheap hotels.
This document discusses different types of tourism. It provides data on the top tourist destinations and spending countries in 2016. It then defines and provides examples of various types of niche tourism including heritage, nature, cultural, business, recreational, active, sports, religious, health, adventure, ecotourism, dark and frontier tourism. Frontier tourism examples discussed include visiting Antarctica, Mount Everest and commercial space flights. The document also profiles the first woman to climb the 14 highest mountains without oxygen and Virgin Galactic's plans for commercial space travel.
This document discusses the benefits and concerns of studying abroad as well as tips for safe travel. The benefits include cultural exposure, personal development from increased independence, and professional growth. Concerns for parents include safety, which can be addressed by researching destinations and following travel tips such as traveling light, staying with groups, and being aware of one's surroundings. The document provides information on Salisbury University's study abroad programs and financial aid, and includes an interview with a student who studied in India.
Santiago Castro has traveled to 17 countries across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, and Africa. Some of the most impactful lessons he has learned include understanding other cultures by getting involved in their daily lives, how education can transform opportunities, and appreciating nature and diversity. Travel has been essential to his personal and professional development by exposing him to new perspectives and allowing him to understand different people and places through their history, politics, religion, and more.
Whimsy is a travel search startup that aims to allow users to search for trips based on desired activities rather than destinations. It is targeting millennials, Gen X/Y, college graduates and busy professionals. The founders analyzed the online travel agency market and found Expedia and Pricline have the largest market shares. They estimated the pilot launch costs would total $85,000, with the largest expenses going towards development, marketing, and legal/compliance.
Top Nations on a Plump Shoestring Hacking Global Travel [Jeff Allan SKodak]Jeff Allan Skodak
This document provides travel tips and advice from someone who has traveled to over 60 countries. Some key points:
- The author prefers to travel luxuriously but at budget prices by figuring out hacks and negotiating deals.
- Tips are provided on topics like passports and visas, when and where to travel, buying airfare and lodging cheaply through sites like Skyscanner and bidding sites, and packing light with only carry-on luggage.
- Examples of great deals the author found include flights within India for under $15 and hotels in major cities for $50-70 per night. Flexibility and patience are advised for finding the best prices.
Kurt Emans Shared a Presentation of 60 countries on a plump shoestring hackin...Kurt Emans
Checkout this presentation shared by Kurt Emans on 60 countries on a plump shoestring hacking global travel. Get in touch with Kurt Emans at twitter https://twitter.com/kurtemans62
The document provides tips for traveling on a budget, including using travel expos, developing relationships with travel agency managers, searching for airline promotions, and staying with family or friends. Some specific tips mentioned are getting $80 plane tickets through travel expos, finding discounted visa and rebooking fees through travel agencies, and arranging affordable weekend getaways in places like Subic, Coron Palawan, and Davao for under $50 per person. The document emphasizes the importance of culture of kinship and developing connections with others to help reduce costs when traveling.
TBEX North America 2017, How to Be a Six-figure Travel Webmaster While Ignori...tbexcon
COMMERCE
I’m a 52-year-old travel writer and website owner who has been doing this for a living for 10 years. I’ve spent more than 5 of the last 10 years on the road and living outside the United States while working on my websites and doing research. I launched priceoftravel.com at the beginning of 2010 and it has quietly become one of the busiest travel information sites on the internet, with over 1 million page views each month. I worked as Content Director at Bootsnall.com for 2.5 years before going out on my own. I also run overwaterbungalows.net.
This document advertises a travel club called DreamTrips that offers members opportunities to travel inexpensively or for free. It provides benefits like access to 70,000 villas in 160 destinations at discounted prices. Members can earn rewards for shopping online or referring others. The club has over 200,000 members in 47 countries. It promotes a lifestyle of freedom, fun and fulfillment through affordable global travel.
This document describes a private travel network that provides discounted travel to its over 52,000 members. It offers savings on cruises, hotels, airfare, tours and activities around the world. Members can save thousands on vacation packages and trips through reduced rates negotiated by the company. The network aims to provide luxury travel at wholesale prices directly to consumers.
The document discusses developing a positioning statement for a blog. It provides examples of how brands like Olay use positioning statements to ensure consistency in messaging and focus on the target audience. It discusses defining elements of a positioning statement like what the blog is about, who it is for, what it provides, and what makes it unique. The document gives advice on developing these elements of a positioning statement to clearly define the blog's focus and differentiate it from others.
TripCommon aims to help users find the best places and times to travel with friends in different cities. The initial idea was to combine all travel planning into one site. After moving to New York and facing greater business pressures, the company pivoted to focus on helping users find where their friends are and how to travel to or with them. The founder is now looking for beta testers, advisors, engineers, and marketers to help develop the company further.
Nashville Travel Hackers - December Meetupnbuchan1
In our December meet up we cover three different topics that will help you travel more while spending less!
1. Travel Hacking our Trip to Europe and Thailand
As some of you may know. My wife and I are travel to Italy, Austria, Czech Republic, Thailand, and China over the Thanksgiving holiday. I thought it would be fun to give everyone a brief overview of our trip, and look at four different travel hacking strategies we used to save over $4,000!
2. How to Earn the Southwest Companion Pass
As far as I'm concerned, the Southwest Companion Pass is the best deal in Travel Hacking. It allows a "companion" to fly with you for free on any Southwest for at least a year. My wife and I just earn the Southwest Companion Pass. I'll show you how you can do the same!
3. Manufactured Spending
How to "spend money" without actually spending money in order to meet credit card minimum spending requirements. [I wasn't going to cover this topic since it's a little bit of grey area, but I've had so many people asking for it. I have no other choice.]
60 countries on a plump shoestring hacking global travelMahesh Murthy
The document provides tips for hacking travel on a budget. It recommends buying air travel between 7-3 days before international trips and 5-1 days before domestic trips, as prices are often lowest during this window. It also suggests using websites like Skyscanner and subscribing to low-cost carriers like AirAsia, as they sometimes have unbelievable deals, especially for routes out of smaller airports. While low-cost carriers charge for many extras, they can still be worth it for their extraordinary flexibility and ability to take spontaneous trips.
Passengers who request name modification after the risk-free period have to pay the United Airlines name change fee. Furthermore, in some cases, travelers have to pay the difference in fare if applicable. The airline doesn’t permit you to make other modifications (date change, fare classes, time, etc) under the name correction policy. Moreover, before you proceed, you must get all related information comprehensively. For that, you can call the consolidation desk at +1-800-865-1848 and get instant response.
The 09 Days Tour to Skardu by road offers a breathtaking journey through some of Pakistan’s most spectacular landscapes. Skardu, nestled in the heart of the Karakoram mountain range, is renowned for its stunning vistas, crystal-clear lakes, and rugged terrain.
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is an unforgettable adventure, blending stunning natural beauty with rich history. Over four days, trekkers traverse diverse landscapes, from lush cloud forests to high mountain passes, encountering ancient Inca ruins along the way. Each step brings you closer to the awe-inspiring sight of Machu Picchu, revealed at sunrise from the Sun Gate. The journey is challenging but incredibly rewarding, offering a profound sense of accomplishment. With its combination of breathtaking scenery and cultural significance, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a must-do for those seeking an extraordinary adventure in Peru.
Discover the exhilarating world of manta ray night snorkeling in Kona, Hawaii. Led by expert guides, participants witness these majestic creatures feeding on plankton under mesmerizing underwater lights. With stringent safety measures, environmental responsibility, and emergency preparedness, enjoy this unique adventure responsibly and securely with trusted tour operators.
Southwest Airlines Low Fare Calendar: The Ultimate Guidei2aanshul
Travelling doesn't have to be expensive, especially with tools like the Southwest Airlines Low Fare Calendar at your disposal. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about using this feature to snag the best deals on your flights. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or planning your first trip, this guide will ensure you get the most out of your budget.
Traveling with Frontier Airlines through Boston Logan International Airport offers a budget-friendly and efficient experience. With the modern facilities at Terminal C, extensive services, and amenities provided by Frontier, passengers can enjoy a comfortable journey. Whether you're a frequent flyer or a first-time traveler, this guide aims to help you navigate BOS with ease and make the most of your trip.
With the American Airlines name change policy, you can alter the incorrect name on your flight ticket/boarding pass without any fuss. Therefore, it’s essential to understand the major guidelines before requesting a name change/correction. However, if you still encounter any issues, you can navigate to the AA website or approach the airline over the phone. Additionally, you can talk with a flight expert at +1-866-738-0741 to get your problem fixed in a few minutes.
Our Bahrain Visa PowerPoint Presentation offers a detailed and comprehensive guide to the Bahrain visa application process. It is designed to assist travelers, travel agents, and businesses in navigating the various visa types, including tourist, business, work, student, and family visas. Each section provides an in-depth look at eligibility criteria, required documents, and step-by-step application procedures. Additionally, the presentation includes valuable tips for avoiding common application mistakes, an overview of processing times, and details on fees and payment methods. This presentation aims to ensure a smooth and successful visa application experience, making travel to Bahrain as seamless as possible.
Explore Austin's dynamic history and cultural tapestry on a captivating journey. From its origins as Texas' capital to architectural marvels like the Texas State Capitol and cultural hubs such as the Driskill Hotel. Dive into its diverse heritage, legendary music scene, key historical moments, natural beauty, and vibrant culinary delights.
Kurt Emans Shared a Presentation of 60 countries on a plump shoestring hackin...Kurt Emans
Checkout this presentation shared by Kurt Emans on 60 countries on a plump shoestring hacking global travel. Get in touch with Kurt Emans at twitter https://twitter.com/kurtemans62
The document provides tips for traveling on a budget, including using travel expos, developing relationships with travel agency managers, searching for airline promotions, and staying with family or friends. Some specific tips mentioned are getting $80 plane tickets through travel expos, finding discounted visa and rebooking fees through travel agencies, and arranging affordable weekend getaways in places like Subic, Coron Palawan, and Davao for under $50 per person. The document emphasizes the importance of culture of kinship and developing connections with others to help reduce costs when traveling.
TBEX North America 2017, How to Be a Six-figure Travel Webmaster While Ignori...tbexcon
COMMERCE
I’m a 52-year-old travel writer and website owner who has been doing this for a living for 10 years. I’ve spent more than 5 of the last 10 years on the road and living outside the United States while working on my websites and doing research. I launched priceoftravel.com at the beginning of 2010 and it has quietly become one of the busiest travel information sites on the internet, with over 1 million page views each month. I worked as Content Director at Bootsnall.com for 2.5 years before going out on my own. I also run overwaterbungalows.net.
This document advertises a travel club called DreamTrips that offers members opportunities to travel inexpensively or for free. It provides benefits like access to 70,000 villas in 160 destinations at discounted prices. Members can earn rewards for shopping online or referring others. The club has over 200,000 members in 47 countries. It promotes a lifestyle of freedom, fun and fulfillment through affordable global travel.
This document describes a private travel network that provides discounted travel to its over 52,000 members. It offers savings on cruises, hotels, airfare, tours and activities around the world. Members can save thousands on vacation packages and trips through reduced rates negotiated by the company. The network aims to provide luxury travel at wholesale prices directly to consumers.
The document discusses developing a positioning statement for a blog. It provides examples of how brands like Olay use positioning statements to ensure consistency in messaging and focus on the target audience. It discusses defining elements of a positioning statement like what the blog is about, who it is for, what it provides, and what makes it unique. The document gives advice on developing these elements of a positioning statement to clearly define the blog's focus and differentiate it from others.
TripCommon aims to help users find the best places and times to travel with friends in different cities. The initial idea was to combine all travel planning into one site. After moving to New York and facing greater business pressures, the company pivoted to focus on helping users find where their friends are and how to travel to or with them. The founder is now looking for beta testers, advisors, engineers, and marketers to help develop the company further.
Nashville Travel Hackers - December Meetupnbuchan1
In our December meet up we cover three different topics that will help you travel more while spending less!
1. Travel Hacking our Trip to Europe and Thailand
As some of you may know. My wife and I are travel to Italy, Austria, Czech Republic, Thailand, and China over the Thanksgiving holiday. I thought it would be fun to give everyone a brief overview of our trip, and look at four different travel hacking strategies we used to save over $4,000!
2. How to Earn the Southwest Companion Pass
As far as I'm concerned, the Southwest Companion Pass is the best deal in Travel Hacking. It allows a "companion" to fly with you for free on any Southwest for at least a year. My wife and I just earn the Southwest Companion Pass. I'll show you how you can do the same!
3. Manufactured Spending
How to "spend money" without actually spending money in order to meet credit card minimum spending requirements. [I wasn't going to cover this topic since it's a little bit of grey area, but I've had so many people asking for it. I have no other choice.]
60 countries on a plump shoestring hacking global travelMahesh Murthy
The document provides tips for hacking travel on a budget. It recommends buying air travel between 7-3 days before international trips and 5-1 days before domestic trips, as prices are often lowest during this window. It also suggests using websites like Skyscanner and subscribing to low-cost carriers like AirAsia, as they sometimes have unbelievable deals, especially for routes out of smaller airports. While low-cost carriers charge for many extras, they can still be worth it for their extraordinary flexibility and ability to take spontaneous trips.
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Passengers who request name modification after the risk-free period have to pay the United Airlines name change fee. Furthermore, in some cases, travelers have to pay the difference in fare if applicable. The airline doesn’t permit you to make other modifications (date change, fare classes, time, etc) under the name correction policy. Moreover, before you proceed, you must get all related information comprehensively. For that, you can call the consolidation desk at +1-800-865-1848 and get instant response.
The 09 Days Tour to Skardu by road offers a breathtaking journey through some of Pakistan’s most spectacular landscapes. Skardu, nestled in the heart of the Karakoram mountain range, is renowned for its stunning vistas, crystal-clear lakes, and rugged terrain.
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is an unforgettable adventure, blending stunning natural beauty with rich history. Over four days, trekkers traverse diverse landscapes, from lush cloud forests to high mountain passes, encountering ancient Inca ruins along the way. Each step brings you closer to the awe-inspiring sight of Machu Picchu, revealed at sunrise from the Sun Gate. The journey is challenging but incredibly rewarding, offering a profound sense of accomplishment. With its combination of breathtaking scenery and cultural significance, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a must-do for those seeking an extraordinary adventure in Peru.
Discover the exhilarating world of manta ray night snorkeling in Kona, Hawaii. Led by expert guides, participants witness these majestic creatures feeding on plankton under mesmerizing underwater lights. With stringent safety measures, environmental responsibility, and emergency preparedness, enjoy this unique adventure responsibly and securely with trusted tour operators.
Southwest Airlines Low Fare Calendar: The Ultimate Guidei2aanshul
Travelling doesn't have to be expensive, especially with tools like the Southwest Airlines Low Fare Calendar at your disposal. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about using this feature to snag the best deals on your flights. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or planning your first trip, this guide will ensure you get the most out of your budget.
Traveling with Frontier Airlines through Boston Logan International Airport offers a budget-friendly and efficient experience. With the modern facilities at Terminal C, extensive services, and amenities provided by Frontier, passengers can enjoy a comfortable journey. Whether you're a frequent flyer or a first-time traveler, this guide aims to help you navigate BOS with ease and make the most of your trip.
With the American Airlines name change policy, you can alter the incorrect name on your flight ticket/boarding pass without any fuss. Therefore, it’s essential to understand the major guidelines before requesting a name change/correction. However, if you still encounter any issues, you can navigate to the AA website or approach the airline over the phone. Additionally, you can talk with a flight expert at +1-866-738-0741 to get your problem fixed in a few minutes.
Our Bahrain Visa PowerPoint Presentation offers a detailed and comprehensive guide to the Bahrain visa application process. It is designed to assist travelers, travel agents, and businesses in navigating the various visa types, including tourist, business, work, student, and family visas. Each section provides an in-depth look at eligibility criteria, required documents, and step-by-step application procedures. Additionally, the presentation includes valuable tips for avoiding common application mistakes, an overview of processing times, and details on fees and payment methods. This presentation aims to ensure a smooth and successful visa application experience, making travel to Bahrain as seamless as possible.
Explore Austin's dynamic history and cultural tapestry on a captivating journey. From its origins as Texas' capital to architectural marvels like the Texas State Capitol and cultural hubs such as the Driskill Hotel. Dive into its diverse heritage, legendary music scene, key historical moments, natural beauty, and vibrant culinary delights.
A list of budget-friendly things that families can do in San Antonio! Dive into its rich history and vibrant culture at iconic landmarks like the Alamo. Explore colorful Market Square and stroll along the scenic River Walk. Enjoy family-friendly fun at Brackenridge Park and capture breathtaking views at the Tower of the Americas—all without breaking the bank!
1. Chasing the Fare…
Caroline Lupini
(aka Point Princess)
Twitter: @carolinelupini
Instagram: @caroline.lupini
caroline.lupini@gmail.com
Not the Destination
3. 2015 Great Deals I’ve Booked
Cairo, Egypt
Beijing, China –
Biz Class
Moscow, Russia
Dublin, Ireland
Barranquilla,
Colombia
Mumbai, India
Central America
(Into Nicaragua,
out of Belize) Total Price = $2,496
4. Two Types of Flight Deals
Mistake Fares
• Amazing fares
• Drop everything and book!
Benchmarks (Economy Class)
• Sub-$350 to
Africa/Europe/South
America
• Sub-$400 to Asia
• Sub-$600 to Oceania
Fare Sales/Attack Fares
• Regular fare deals
• Book ASAP!
Benchmarks (Economy Class)
• Sub-$500 to Europe
• Sub-$600 to South America
• Sub-$900 to Asia/Africa
• Sub-$1000 to Oceania
5. Where to Start Finding Great Deals
• The Flight Deal/Fare Deal Alert
• Flyertalk/Milepoint
• Twitter
• Your network of deal finders
6. When You Find a Great Deal…
• Find dates that work
• Book right away!
– 24 hours to cancel for free, with the exception of
American Airlines with a free 24 hour hold
Within 24 hours…
• Make sure that you really want to go
• Figure out visa information for the country in
question
13. Where Have I Traveled?
UN – 45 countries
TCC – 61 locations
MTP – 138 locations
UNESCO – 67 sites
-Visited 20 countries
in the past 12
months
-11 more countries in
remaining 2015 (10
new)