{"id":955,"date":"2016-03-15T15:14:31","date_gmt":"2016-03-15T15:14:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mitchellagy.com\/?p=955"},"modified":"2022-11-08T02:41:09","modified_gmt":"2022-11-08T02:41:09","slug":"spring-break-airline-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mitchellagy.com\/spring-break-airline-travel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Break Airline Travel \u2026 Tips to Minimize the Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"
We all look forward to a nice spring break get-away, but not necessarily to the airline trip to our destination.\u00a0 Long check-in and security lines, delayed flights, and the crush of hundreds of fellow travelers can begin or end our trip on a painful note.<\/strong><\/span> \u00a0<\/span>
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\nTo avoid some of the hassles of airline travel, here are a few tips on making that flight to your spring break destination more enjoyable and less stressful.<\/span><\/strong>
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\nGetting Tickets Early<\/span><\/strong>
\nPurchasing your tickets well in advance is key to getting the flights you want at the best available prices.\u00a0 Waiting until the last minute to grab that last available seat may find you on standby and paying an exorbitant price for your lack of planning.\u00a0 Not traveling on Friday, Saturday or Sunday will also help you avoid the heaviest travel days. You may also consider hiring a\u00a0private jet<\/a> to avoid the crowd.<\/span>
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\n Travel Light<\/span><\/strong>
\n Minimizing the amount of clothing and other items you pack will make travel much easier and less costly.\u00a0 Swimsuits and clothing that can be worn more than once and mixed and matched for multiple looks will eliminate the need to check a bag.\u00a0 This avoids going through baggage claim and paying luggage fees.
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\n Check-In Online\/ Arrive Early<\/span><\/strong>
\n Going online, usually up to 24 hours prior to your flight, to print or download your boarding pass will eliminate one step in the boarding process at the airport.\u00a0 In addition, arrive EXTRA EARLY at the airport.\u00a0 Being there two hours ahead of your departure time is probably not a bad idea.<\/span><\/p>\n