Are you getting ready to plan your summer vacation? If so here are some great tips to make your summer holiday a lot more fun, and a little less stressful.
- Book your ticket ASAP. If you must book last minute, remember, you have options. The key to securing the best deal is flexibility in travel dates--ask your ASTA travel agent to check into special fares or consider flying into an alternate airport and renting a car. If your vacation includes international travel, make sure you have a valid passport. Your travel agent can advise you on the new rules and how to apply.
- Arrive early. Difficult airport parking, long lines at security checkpoints and the possibility of the airline overselling the flight and bumping passengers, should all be considered when deciding what time to arrive at the airport. Give yourself plenty of extra time. Need some incentive? Keep in mind that those who arrive earliest for an overbooked flight stand the greatest chance of staying onboard.
- Keep a close eye on all your belongings. Just as flights are becoming extremely crowded, airports can also be fraught with thieves. Be aware of your surroundings and maintain a close watch over tickets, wallets, purses, and other belongings at all times.
- Avoid getting bumped. 1) Get an advance seat assignment. Passengers with seat assignments are typically only bumped if they arrive late and their seat assignment is released. 2) Check-in online. Most airlines allow you to do so within 24 hours of departure. Seat assignments that were not available at the time of ticketing may be available when checking in online. 3) Don't be late. If all else fails, get to the airport early. Some airlines reserve a portion of their seat assignment inventory for airport check-in. If you are denied a seat assignment at check-in, put your name on the "standby" seat assignment list.
- Remember 3-1-1. New regulations limit the amount of gels and liquids passengers can take through security in their carry-on luggage to travel-size toiletries of three (3) ounces or less that fit comfortably in one (1) quart-size, clear plastic zip-top bag and the one (1) bag per passenger must be placed in the screening bin.
- Know your limits. Pack light and know baggage limits. Some airlines now charge for a second piece of checked luggage.
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SEA COTTAGE
On the upper level of the house is a master bedroom with King bed, guest bedroom with two full size beds, and a full size sleeper sofa in the living area. There's a fully equipped kitchen and large dining area. Living room furniture is new and includes a full size sofa and love seat sofa bed. Plenty of lighting plus a large flat screen TV with Dish TV system. There's another flat screen TV in the master bedroom. Internet and WiFi included. On the back of the house is a large porch with screening all around. On the lower level is a laundry room and second bathroom with shower. This location is at the North end of the Island and very close to Times Square. Walk to restaurants, pubs, shoppes, fishing pier, entertainment, etc. Lots of water sports available nearby.
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COCONUT COTTAGE
Beautifully
decorated and furnished 2 bedroom apartment. Fully furnished huge
kitchen with gorgeous granite counter-top. Propane stove for cooking.
Awesome fireplace with historical value in the living room. All linens
and towels included. Bright and colorful to make you feel like you're in
a tropical paradise. So close to the beach....just cross over Estero
Blvd. & you're there. Beach chairs, umbrella, cooler provided to
take with you! Use of the yard for BBQ and outdoor seating. Close to the
Library and Bay Oaks Center & Community Pool. Walk to TOPPS
Supermarket also. Washer/dryer on site. Internet & WiFi included.
Off street parking.Pet friendly retreat. Restrictions apply. Prices
vary by season.
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