One expense that we constantly incur while in college involves travelling back and forth from our home country. During my first year, I went back to St. Kitts during winter break and for summer break. For my remaining years, I only travelled home for the Christmas holidays. My summers would be occupied either working or taking summer courses or both. This helped me to graduate a whole semester earliar than my expected graduation date and also put a few dollars into my pockets, so that I can have myself a mini-vacay during the summer as well.
I am an AmericanAirlines junkie! I am never disappointed with their service! AmericanAirlines has the best deals to the Caribbean. Somehow I almost always manage to get GREAT deals to go to my home country from New York or Miami, FL for Christmas break. Timing is very important! The best time to reserve your winter flights home is during the summer. Yes, a whole 6 months early! Check your academic calenders on your school's website and note the last day of finals as that should help you with your bookings.
Another way to get great travel deals include my fav, good ol' coupon codes. In the summer of 2008, I went from New York to Florida to visit my bestie for $129 ROUND TRIP with taxes included. I flew on DeltaAirlines. Though, I am an AmericanAirlines die-hard, I couldn't give up this trip. Those of you who travel throughout the United States would know that a flight from Florida to New York would cost around $250- $300 but with a good ol' coupon code, I flew for a startling $129.
Here are my recommendations: To travel within the United States, you'll probably get the best deals on DeltaAirlines or Southwest Airlines. I know many of you are wondering about JetBlue., but while I love flying JetBlue because of their personal televisions and leather seating, their rates have soared and the taxes are relatively high.
To travel from the United States to The Caribbean, I recommend AmericanAirlines and a far second would be US Airways. American Airlines has lots of direct flights and that's just a plus but I hate connecting flights. I always seem to miss my connector and I just can't be bothered with the hassle.
Take my travel tips into consideration for the next time you're flying and don't forget to always research promotional codes, you'll save tons. I love saving! You should love it too!
