Researching and booking your travel can be easier than ever thanks to the Internet. Once you have decided where you would like to travel and how you would like to get there you can use several sites online to complete your trip details.
Of course we have seen the ads for priceline.com and hotels.com and the like. Those are good to use to research properties and rates. Please beware when you are booking with those sites. Most have a history of not so good customer service, especially when a change needs to be made in travel. If you do choose to book with them, check your travel plans extensively before you actually book. If you are leery of booking through one of these sites, visit the webpage of the hotel you want directly. You can book directly through their site or even call the hotel directly and book that way. It ensures the reservation is made just the way you want it.
When booking a car online visiting the car rental websites allows you to research prices to find your best value. Decide ahead of time what size car you want before you start your price comparisons. Google discount codes for your selected hotel chains and car rental places. They are available occasionally and can provide a nice savings.
Undecided where you want to stay? Get honest reviews and answers from fellow travelers at sites like tripadvisor.com. You can read reviews of hotels in the area and get a good idea of the property and their service. You can also get reviews for attractions and dining choices. They even have a forum for each destination where you can get advice and information for people in the know about your destination.
State and Local Chamber of Commerce and travel websites are also good to use. It helps you get a feel for your destination and the attractions the area offers. If you are traveling to a popular destination chances are there are several tip sites online on how to travel cheaply and some ideas on how to make your visit go smoothly. Disney World has a lot of sites dedicated to them that supply this information. These sites are just a Google search away.
Doing you research and planning your trip well before you leave can ensure a restful and relaxing vacation. Before you leave, print all your confirmation pages from your reservations and take any information on local attractions and restaurants that you would like to visit with you. This way you will have quick access and will be sure not to miss a thing on your trip. Happy Vacationing!