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Cheap Air Travel – Know The Risks And Cost Of That Airplane Ticket

Posted by admin in Airline Travel, Tickets on May 1, 2011

By Ian J Stevenson

Everybody loves a bargain, especially when it comes to travel. The hottest competition for your travel dollar these days is in offering cheap airplane tickets, but how cheap are they really, and what are the risks?

There is the old saying that you get what you pay for, and there is some truth to this when it comes to cheap airfare. Not all tickets are equal, nor are all ticket vendors. Before handing over your credit card, know exactly what you are getting (or not getting) for your money, and who, exactly, you are giving your money to.

The first decision is where to buy the ticket. The options include traditional travel agencies, the airlines themselves, and on-line agencies. Each has advantages and disadvantages.

The store-front travel agency is a good choice for the novice, or for those who need a lot of hand-holding. They are great for handling everything connected with your trip, with little effort on your own part. This of course comes at a price, as no service is ever free. As always, shop around for the best price.

Most of the major airlines offer tickets directly to the public. Many have their own website where the airline tickets can be purchased. Reservations can also be made over the phone. Occasionally bargains are found this way, but usually the airlines offer blocks of seats at a discounted price to resellers, who can then pass them on at a saving to the traveler.

The most popular choice these days is to look for cheap airline tickets on-line, as this is where the real bargains are often found. The rule when shopping this way is “buyer beware.” There are a lot of scammers on the net, and it is all too easy to fall victim to them. Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Handle Fear of Flying

Posted by admin in Airline Travel, Tickets on April 1, 2011

By Asa Gislason

Fear of flying can be debilitating and can affect negatively on both your private and professional life. The good news is you can overcome your fear of flying. Sometimes it is quite easy to do, while other times it takes more time and effort.

These practical tips can assist you with handling your fear of flying. However, if you are severely scared of flying, then you should consider seeking professional help to overcome your fear.

Practical Tips – Handle Your Fear of Flying

Fear of flying has usually little to do with the risk associated with flying. That is why learning about air safety statistics has limited effect when you are trying to overcome your fear. It is still helpful to know the key statistics as it can help you to put the risk into logical perspective. There are many websites available about air safety. It is well worth it browsing through them.

Prior to your trip, concentrate on your travel destination, not on your flight. Think about how much fun you will be having when you have reached your destination. You should also monitor your media intake and especially avoid plane disaster movies and news coverage of plane crashes.

If you are afraid of height, or suffer from claustrophobia then you should choose an aisle seat. You might also want to sit close to the wing area, because there you will not feel disturbances from air turbulence as much.

Allow enough time at the airport so you do not have to worry about missing your flight, as it will only add to your stress levels. Airport lounges offers calming environment that can help you to relax for your flight.

You should let the flight crew know that you are afraid of flying, it is nothing to be a shamed of and you are not alone, far from it. The crew will then keep an eye on you, which could help you to relax during the flight. You can even ask to meet the pilot, they are usually happy to meet with nervous passengers. Read the rest of this entry »

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