Ask The Expert

As a recognized leader in travel and destination marketing, Roy has established a reputation for intimate knowledge of every aspect of the industry, and now he brings his insight to you.

This week’s tip? I asked Roy how to make the most out of your travel dollar on the way to Europe and he had two tips.

First, a bit of common knowledge, a one stop flight often costs several hundred dollars less than a non-stop for a comparatively short stop over. Stopping in a major hub usually offers the same discount as taking ten puddle jumpers, and the delay is often less than an hour.

Second, for accommodations, renting a vacation home, apartment or villa gives you much more for much less than a hotel. You get all the space and privacy you could ask for and the price stays the same no matter how many people you bring. The only downside is that some things that are included in a hotel are extra in a rental property, but all of them are different so you have to ask. Also, leaving out the maid service or something else can help keep costs down and let you stay longer.