MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 26 CA-Vayama-travel-tips
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- As the cost of business
travel continues to rise and the U.S. economy continues to decline,
international business travelers have limited options when it comes to cutting
costs and increasing comfort. To help travelers combat this problem,
international travel site vayama.com (http://www.vayama.com) has released the
following tips to help both novice and experienced international travelers
take advantage of potential savings and increase the enjoyment of traveling
for business.
Vayama Tip #1 - Know the Options:
-- When traveling internationally, people shouldn't assume that the major
U.S. carriers or the flag carrier of a particular country are their
only options. In fact, there are typically a number of other airlines,
some of them lesser known carriers, that can offer big savings when
flying from the U.S. to international points. Here are some examples
currently available on vayama.com:
1. Los Angeles LAX to Frankfurt, Germany. (All quoted fares are Round
Trip)
-- Air India -- Economy from $275/ Business class from $2,050/ First
class from $2,950
-- Compared to Lufthansa - Economy from $401/Business from
$3,362/First from $17,525
2. Los Angeles LAX to Paris, France. (All quoted fares are Round Trip)
-- Air Tahiti Nui - Economy from $518/Business from $3,138/First
from $5,208
-- Compared to Air France - Economy from $584/Business from
$3,338/First from $17,157
3. Following are other airlines to keep in mind for similar savings on
specific routes:
-- JFK-Frankfurt on Singapore Airlines
-- JFK-Toronto on LAN Airlines
-- LAX-Sao Paulo on Korean Airlines
-- JFK-Brussels on Jet Airways
-- SFO-Shanghai on Jet Airways
-- Newark-Stockholm on Malaysian Airlines
-- SFO-Seoul on Singapore Airlines
Vayama Tip #2 - Add a Free Stop for Some R&R:
-- More travelers are combining work trips with leisure travel. Since
many international airline fares allow for one free stopover, travelers
can give their body a rest and enjoy a mini-vacation by stopping along
the way for some free time. For example, those headed on a long trip
to India could stop over for a couple days of culture in London. Or,
travelers headed to Rio de Janeiro could stop in Cost Rica for a couple
days of relaxation. Typically, these types of stop over fares are
available at no additional cost.
Vayama Tip #3 - Relax in Comfort Before Flying:
-- It may not be in the budget to purchase a full year's membership to an
airline club, but many travelers don't realize they can purchase a Day
Pass at most clubs. A Day Pass allows travelers to pick and choose
when they need the extra amenities and comfort. These clubs typically
offer access to free drinks, snacks, quiet rooms to rest, desks for
work, showers to freshen up, and TV for relaxing.
Vayama Tip #4 - Get a Deal on Business Class Fares:
-- Many airlines offer special deals for their Business Class cabins if
travelers book their tickets anywhere from 14 to 30 days in advance.
These savings can be substantial over a normal business class fare. A
little planning can help travelers save a lot and travel in superior
comfort.
Vayama Tip #5 - Save Money and Make a Trip "Around the World":
-- Many airlines offer "Round the World" Fares that are thousands of
dollars cheaper than buying individual itineraries. Travelers who plan
to make one long trip versus several shorter ones can save a lot of
money by booking their flights in bulk.
Vayama Tip #6 - Use Low Cost Carriers:
-- Many countries offer low cost carrier options for travel to and from
destinations within or outside of its borders. Travelers can typically
save by purchasing one long haul ticket from a major carrier and then
several low cost carrier tickets.
Vayama Tip #7 - Understanding the Entire Price of the Ticket:
-- Some airlines are not charging travelers for the fuel surcharges while
others are passing this high cost on to the traveler. When comparing
fares, travelers should pay close attention and confirm if they include
or exclude any additional taxes or fees.
Vayama Tip #8 - Maximize Alliance Power:
-- Many airlines belong to a major alliance of airlines that work together
to provide travelers with major benefits such as lounge access, upgrade
opportunities and special fares. Before traveling, people should ask
their carrier what alliance they belong to and what benefits are
available.
-- Some examples of Alliances include: Star Alliance, One World, Sky Team.
For more information on vayama, go to http://www.vayama.com.
About Vayama
Vayama (http://www.vayama.com) is a first-of-its kind travel website that
provides North Americans a whole new world of choice for booking international
flights. Using the latest in web technologies, vayama offers a massive
selection of airlines, flights and fares, many never previously available
online, so you can find the lowest prices and best schedule options for all
your international travel. Even though vayama is new, the company was founded
by travel experts with decades of experience, and is backed by one of the
world's largest travel organizations. Vayama is a subsidiary of BCD Holdings
NV, one of the global leaders in the travel industry.
Media Contacts, press only: Kendra Thornton or Maggie Maskery;
773-525-6110; press@vayama.com
Industry Contacts: Jeremy Belisario, vayama.com Director of Industry
Relations; 650-428-0700, ext. 1036
SOURCE Vayama
