It’s time again for another edition of
Frank’s Monthly Travel Tips! 

The hustle and bustle of the holidays are here and that means holiday travel.  If you are leaving home for Thanksgiving or Christmas here are some important reminders to help make your journey more enjoyable.  - Frank

1.       Avoid Delays - Before leaving for the airport, call and check the flight status. If the flight is delayed, find out what the estimated new departure time will be, and plan to arrive two hours before that time. This will ensure that travelers don't end up spending endless hours waiting in the airport lobby for their flight.

Catch an early flight, the earlier the better, travel snags that happen throughout the day can cause further delays. It's best to book the first flight of the day if possible. Don't book the last flight of the day, if it ends up being cancelled it will mean staying overnight.

2.       New - Holiday Fees for Air Travel - Some major airlines have recently added a surcharge of $10, in each direction, for flying during busy holiday dates. These dates include the Sunday after Thanksgiving, and the weekend after New Year's Day. 

To avoid paying the additional holiday fee, fly on the      Saturday after Thanksgiving or the Monday after New Year's Day. Being flexible is key when it comes to cheaper flights, especially during the holiday season.

3.       Home Sweet Home - It’s funny that we call it “going home” for the holidays. Most people actually leave their homes. Leave them unprotected that is. Here’s a little pre-trip prep.