The average cost for a one-week vacation for one person within the United States is $1,991, though costs can easily reach $5,728 depending on your destination, transportation and lodging, and food and activities.
Needless to say, in times of rising prices, finding ways to save money on that dream vacation can make all the difference in turning your trip into a reality. Quite often, however, necessary cost cutting can cause travelers to miss out on desired accommodations or activities.
As Bryan Rand, president of Carefree Destinations explains, his company’s services are specifically designed to help would-be travelers save money on their next trip without sacrificing the luxury experience.
Hotel and Resort Partnerships
As Rand reveals, the bread and butter of his company’s ability to help travelers save stems from their partnerships with premium four and five star hotels and resorts in the United States and Mexico.
“We’ve dedicated considerable effort to establishing strong partnerships with some of the world’s most prestigious resorts, and this brings significant benefits to our customers,” Rand explains. “We leverage these relationships to work with these hotels and resorts to sell their unsold rooms.”
He continues, “Thanks to our existing partnerships, we are able to offer these rooms at a deep discount — sometimes as much as 83% cheaper than the pricing you’ll find elsewhere. It’s a win-win for everybody, but especially for travelers who are looking to lower costs on one of the most expensive aspects of their trip.”
Flexible Dates
Flexibility is often key to getting a great travel deal, and that is true of Carefree Destinations as well. While this may make travel planning slightly different than it would be for a typical vacation, Rand finds it works well for their customers.
“Customers benefit from working with our team of travel planning experts, who help tailor a selection of vacation deals that match their preferences. In most cases, we have availability for requested travel dates – with the possible exception of holiday weeks and common school vacation weeks. However, in some cases, because we are helping resorts sell their unsold inventory, there may only be a limited number of reservations available during more popular travel times or our very best deals are only available for last-minute trips. We recommend identifying a variety of dates that work with your schedule. By doing so, our platform enables you to find the best possible deals on luxury accommodations.”
This flexibility in adjusting your travel plans based on available accommodation dates can pay other dividends as well. For example, booking airfare 71-21 days before a trip is generally cheaper than booking farther in advance (often by hundreds of dollars).
Seamless Booking Experience
Like it or not, booking a vacation can often become a major hassle for travelers. In fact, a survey from CivicScience found that 71% of American adults say making travel arrangements is either somewhat or very stressful. From comparison pricing to dealing with poor communications, the stress of travel booking can take up a lot of time. And aside from time costs, stress associated with booking travel can cause some to make reactionary decisions that end up costing more money than they planned or budgeted for.
Carefree Destinations aims to alleviate these issues by offering what Rand calls a “carefree experience.”
“Our team helps you find the travel dates and the accommodations that best fit your needs — no need to worry about pricing or availability changing as you try to complete the booking process. And once you’ve reserved your vacation, you’re all set — you’ll be ready to check in at your resort and enjoy your travels. Eliminating any potential hassle or extra charges from miscommunications or last-minute changes can go a long way in making your experience more enjoyable and affordable.”
Knowledgeable Service Team
Finally, Rand is quick to praise his organization’s service team, who does much of the heavy lifting in terms of helping travelers book and customize their vacation packages according to their needs.
“A knowledgeable and helpful concierge representative can make a huge difference in helping you find the best deal,” Rand explains. “Quite often, they can check for additional offers or packages based on your unique travel needs and preferences. They use their knowledge to provide recommendations or guidance to help you find the vacation package that best fits your wants and budget.”
By working with professionals, you may be able to access or learn about deals that you may not have even discovered if you were trying to book travel on your own. In this case, vacation planners’ relationships with specific resorts is a valuable asset in finding the best deals.
Making Dream Vacations a Reality Without Breaking the Bank
As Rand’s example reveals, your dream vacation doesn’t have to put a major strain on your finances. By taking advantage of resources that can help you find discounted rates, you can enjoy major savings on your travel accommodations, making your next trip more budget-friendly or allowing you to set extra money aside for unique activities or other travel splurges.
Best of all, by saving money on your next trip, you’ll be even better financially equipped for future travels still to come — so your dream vacation can become a reality again and again.
