It is not always easy for a business traveler to book their travel well. Here are some tips to save money and travel more calmly and intelligently.
HOTELS
1) DO NOT BELIEVE THE ADVERTS OFFERING THE “LOWEST PRICE”
Always check on the Internet, even if a hotel claims to have the best rates. Web sites such as lastminute.com and ebookers can offer to pay even more interesting and sometimes cancellation policy better than hotels.
2 / PACKAGES TO THINK A WHILE
If you spend a few nights in a city, take advantage of vacation packages. It is generally cheaper to buy a package rather than booking flights and hotels separately. It is also a good way during “loaded” to get a room in a hotel reserved. Companies buy booking rooms in advance and may still be available in some hotels even complete.
3) DIRECTLY TO BOOK A HOTEL
If you are frequently in a particular hotel, try to contact the sales team and get a phone number or email address.
Then, instead of reserving your room online or through reservation centers, call the hotel directly. You’ll have more chance to negotiate a higher category room or get a better price.
RENTAL CAR
4) THE BOOK FAIR PRICE
Please visit American or Australian company of your favorite car rental. You can find the same car at a price more attractive. Airlines, car rental companies sometimes offer different prices in different areas of the world. Use these practices to your advantage.
5) CHECK YOUR OWN INSURANCE TRAVEL INSURANCE AND CREDIT CARD
Sure at a rental car but did not too much insurance. You can buy all kinds of insurance that you do not need, because your company often has a group insurance which covers you. Learn more.
6) A BOOK VIA BROKER
Book through a broker, rental cars (as carbroker.com). They often offer lower rates for car rental companies. If you are reluctant to use a broker because they offer few services in case of problems, write their best rate and discuss with the rental company car.
FLIGHTS
7) Make the most OFFERS TARIFF OF AIRLINES
Large companies charge for their tickets by different parts of the globe. In addition, if you fly regularly, you can save thousands of euros by buying tickets “backtoback. Do not do it too often and use your loyalty card because airlines do not like these practices.
START YOUR JOURNEY IN EUROPE
Consider effector your flight departing from another European hub if the rates are cheaper than in Paris, especially for flights to Europe, where many low-cost start from Brussels to London and Germany.
9) INCLUDE A SATURDAY NIGHT IN YOUR TRIP
Taking a long-haul flight on Saturday instead of Monday, you can save up to 50% of the price of a ticket. By staying on Saturday, you are considered a tourist and not as a business traveler. Be prepared to sacrifice your weekends or take your partner.
10) VOLEZ IN PREMIUM ECONOMY CLASS
Always in search of a trick to fly in business class or first? You have a much better chance of being upgraded from premium economy class in “Business” as the economy class. Your chances are multiplied by ten.
11) BOOK TICKETS MORE AT THE LOW-COST COMPANIES
If you know your destination, but not the exact dates of travel or your exact dates, but for several destinations, buy low-cost flights well in advance. You can always leave out the flights you will not use and it will cost cheaper than booking at the last minute. Book tickets go alone, so if you do not round, return flights will be canceled automatically by the company.
12) DO NOT THINK THAT THE LOW-COST COMPANIES ARE ALWAYS cheaper.
If you book your trip months in advance, a low cost can be a good option. But you should always check their prices respond to scheduled airlines, instead of thinking you’ve found the best conditions. Peter Kite, managing director of HRG UK, said: “If you book a flight in a low-cost four weeks in advance, it will normally be cheaper than in a regular company. As against, it will probably be higher that in a scheduled three days in advance. ”
13) READ THE SMALL PRINT
Make sure you are familiar with the cancellation policies for hotels and airlines before making a purchase. Maurice Veronique, Vice-President of the Guild of Travel Management Companies, said: “It’s a trap where people tend to fall. They try to pay less, but end up paying an enormous amount, because the ticket is not modifiable and non-refundable. ”
14) GET A CREDIT CARD COMPANY
They enable miles by doing your shopping. Study offers from Air France, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic …
EXTRAS
15) TAXIS: KNOW THE PRICE OF COURSES
Keep you on the telephone number of a taxi company of your destination (possibly through the company you visit) and book a taxi or take the place of one in the street. Discuss the price before you go and learn about the exchange rate so as not to get scammed.
16) TRANSFERS: USE THE OFFERS “CHAUFFEUR” OF AIRLINES
Some airlines offer chauffeured transfers from the airport to their business-class or first. This will save you money on transportation by taxi and you will not lose money on exchange rates airport if you arrive without cash.
17) WIFI: GET FREE ACCESS airport
If you’re in a lounge where WiFi access is charged, try to find a free network. Other companies may offer free WiFi access in their boxes and these networks can extend beyond the coverage area.
18) TELEPHONE CALL: BUY A SIM CARD LOCAL OR INTERNATIONAL
If you spend much time in a country, it is worth investing in a local SIM card for your mobile phone. This way you will not be charged for incoming international calls and you can call at low cost phones in the country concerned. You can also buy a SIM International
(as Oneroam), which lets you use your laptop in most countries without incurring roaming charges.
19) FOOD AND DRINKS: GET A ROOM IN A STAGE “EXECUTIVE”
Book yourself a room in a floor executive order to take advantage of services of food and drinks. It is best to get as many possible services included in the price of your hotel room. Maurice Veronique explique: ” Les coûts supplémentaires ont été réduits dans certains hôtels offrant des services inclus dans la chambre comme les transferts depuis l’aéroport, l’accès WiFi et les services d’étages exécutifs avec petit-déjeuner, snack et thé ou café in the afternoon. This saves a lot of money to the travelers. ”
20) Finally, be courteous!
Courtesy, you will go far. You can get to your hotel or airport tired and frustrated, but with good manners, you will get a smile or a bigger room.
Remember that people in service industries are very badly treated, and are likely to be more receptive when treated with the respect due.